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Latitude 35 Bar & Grill: The breakfast menu boasts classic Benedicts, a western omelet, huevos rancheros breakfast wraps and pancake griddle. A Cubano sandwich also is served. 1217 Hay St. 910-485-4777 Lindy's Restaurant: Since 1968, Lindy's has been cooking up family meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For breakfast, diners can go for hotcakes, French toast, eggs, omelets, biscuits and breakfast sandwiches. Cinnamon toast, a comfort food if there ever was one, is among the side orders. 3001 Raeford Road. 910-500-8032 M&D's Pancakes & Waffles: The name tells you the specialties, but chicken fried steak and the Waitress's Special also are among the crowd-pleasers. 5062 Yadkin Road. 910-868-4678 Marybill's Cafe and Elbow Room: Eggs, omelets, pancakes, French toast and waffles lure customers to this Eutaw Village Shopping Center diner for breakfast. Mary's Signature Omelet features roasted turkey, pepper jack cheese and spinach. The Mikie Breakfast Sandwich is a concoction of a scrambled egg with sausage and cheddar cheese on white toast or croissant. 801 Elm St. 910-221-1170 Metro Diner: Cinnamon roll pancakes, a steak and scramble bowl, fried chicken and waffles, a fruity waffle and San Francisco Benedict are only five of the selections on the breakfast menu. Bloody Marys and mimosas are served. 2132 Skibo Road. 910-493-3560 Rainbow: Originally located downtown on Hay Street, this family restaurant moved to Ramsey Street in the early 1970s. Customers can get about anything they want for breakfast, including steak and eggs, pork chops, pancakes, French toast, omelets, breakfast sandwiches and skillets. 3708 Ramsey St. 910-822-0431 Zorba's Gyro on a Spit: The Greek-owned diner on Raeford Road has long been known for its spaghetti specials on Wednesdays. Besides popular breakfast fare in the mornings, sandwiches, subs, salads, pizza and pita bread specialties are served at lunch and dinner. The 8-ounce hamburger steak is popular with diners. 2919 Raeford Road and 3114 N. Main St. in Hope Mills. 910-484-1010 for the Fayetteville location. 910-424-3332 in Hope Mills. BURGERS AND HOT DOGS Archway Burgers, Dogs and Beer: Certified angus beer burgers and burger bowls can be paired with sides including chili cheese fries and fried green tomatoes. 113 Person St. 910-758-9449 Hot Diggidy Dog: The menu includes hamburgers, cheeseburgers, traditional hot dogs and bacon-wrapped dog BLTs. 106 Roxie Ave. 910-426-1300 R Burger food truck: As the name implies, this food truck serves burgers as well as hot dogs and fresh-cut fries. Create your own burger or dog or order a specialty item off the menu. Follow the truck on Facebook to find out where it is parked. facebook.com/ Rburgertruck SWEETS Burney's Sweets & More: Grab a cup of coffee to go with one of the many sweet treats on the menu, including doughnuts, glazed croissants, other pastries, cakes, cookies and chocolate-covered strawberries. 3319-B Raeford Road. 910-745-8975 Superior Bakery: This bakery has been serving a variety of fresh-baked croissants, doughnuts, cakes, pies and breads for more than 60 years. 2433 Hope Mills Road. 910-424-4242 The Sweet Palette: This quaint space offers fresh baked goods including macaroons, pies, cupcakes, cookies and mini-cheesecakes. It also features local artwork and hosts gatherings. 101 Person St. 910-489-7342 HEALTHY OPTIONS Bowls on a Roll: The dine-in bistro and meal- prep menu features vegan, high-protein, low-carb, keto, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. 306 Owen Drive. 910-239-3871 Clean Eatz: Order salads, flatbreads, wraps, bowls and burgers or sign up for a meal plan. 229 Westwood Shopping Center. 910-868-3438 Core Life Eatery: You'll find tacos, soups and broths, specialty bowls, and greens and grains, all aimed to provide healthy, great- tasting food. 2804 Freedom Parkway Drive. 910-475-1895 Tropical Smoothie Cafe: In addition to smoothies, sandwich wraps, flatbreads and bowls are served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1391 Walter Reed Road, 910-321- 0196. 150 Andrews Road, Suite 7, 910-630- 1100. 1946 Skibo Road, 910-867-1332. and 3007 Town Center Drive, 910-425-1087 SOUTHERN COOKING Fowler's Southern Gourmet: Scratch-made foods focus on barbecue with fresh local ingredients and house-made sauces. The menu boasts brisket, smoked chicken, tacos, burritos and the Angry Hawaiian Sandwich. 723 W. Rowan St. 910-491-5721 Peaden's Seafood & Catering: A longtime favorite for residents of Fayetteville and Fort Bragg, this restaurant specializes in Calabash- style seafood, Southern fried chicken and Eastern North Carolina barbecue. Heart- healthy options include broiled seafood. The hushpuppies always seem to be a hit. 1600 McArthur Road. 910-488-1972 Southern Coals Country Style Kitchen: Smoked barbecue, ribs, brisket and chicken anchor the extensive menu of Southern classic sides such as green beans, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans and corn on the cob. 3319 Raeford Road, Suite C. 910-745-7675 The Barbeque Hut: Eastern North Carolina- style barbecue and comfort food are among this restaurant's heavyweights, but Archway Burgers, Dogs and Beer PHOTO BY CINDY BURNHAM 9 DestinationFAY 2022-2023

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