Eat well at our local restaurant.

What you eat matters. How well you eat affects your health and how you feel, so you’re careful about choosing foods that give you needed nutrients and support your health. Even though you’re conscious about what you eat, it’s hard to find health food at restaurants that don’t skimp on flavor or freshness.

This is exactly why we decided to start Citrus the Diner. We know that eating health food is a priority for many of our patrons, so we set out to create dishes using fresh, unprocessed ingredients that didn’t skimp on flavor. Even our salads are much more than “rabbit food” because we believe that when you eat healthy, you shouldn’t have to suffer through the experience.

We have health food options for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. So, whether you want to get a healthy start to your day or enjoy a slow lunch that won’t ruin your efforts to eat well the rest of the day, we have dishes you’ll love. In fact, we think you’ll love the way we do things so much that it’ll be hard to keep you away.

Amazing food, employees and atmosphere!

“We just moved into the area a little over a month ago, and today was already our fourth visit to Citrus the Diner! Every time has been a wonderful experience. Amazing food, employees and atmosphere!”

★★★★★ 22^th August 2018 Angela S.

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Benefits of Eating at Our Restaurant

Online ordering

Order your food online and pick it up from our restaurant when you’re in a rush.

Varied menu

We have tons of classic favorites with a unique twist on our menu, and every item features unprocessed, fresh, and wholesome ingredients.

Family-friendly atmosphere

Our diner’s atmosphere is fun, a little bit funky, and great for families.

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Our local restaurant makes eating health food quick, easy, and delicious. Stop by for breakfast, brunch, or lunch the next time you’re craving something that will make your day better. You can also place an online order if you’re on the go, and we’ll have it ready for you to pick up when you want it.

At Citrus the Diner, we serve health food to visitors from Lake Norman and Denver, North Carolina.

Why Choose Citrus the Diner?

Here at Citrus the Diner, we pack our dishes full of flavor, using fresh, “clean”, wholesome ingredients, ensuring that each mouthful will dance on your tongue and feed your soul! Our dining room and our menu are designed to wake up your senses with an upbeat “fresh, fun and funky” environment sure to put a smile on your face.

Learn why our restaurant is a local favorite.

Cute place with eclectic menu offerings.

Laura LaLonde

19:54 23 Nov 24

Great food and service!

Benjamin Sands

19:11 17 Nov 24

Food was amazing! Jerk wrap and the philly cheesesteak pimento cheese wrap!!!!

Victoria DeShazer

12:41 11 Nov 24

Food is good, prices aren't bad, service is consistent and fast. One of our favorite brunch spots. The Beignets are a must.

Jesse W

17:48 10 Nov 24

The best place to eat in Lincoln County and the environment is amazing

Dana “Butter tub” Burroughs

09:32 21 Sep 24

Very cute place! My breakfast was delicious and the staff were friendly and welcoming.

Jeff Beacham

09:54 14 Sep 24

Fantastic foodie friendly joint with comfortable seating, great service and seriously delicious food.

Melissa Hancock

14:26 12 Sep 24

We dined at Citrus the Diner one weekday for breakfast and we were very satisfied with our visit. Our server was great and the food was wonderful. We ordered a special they had, the Mexican Chocolate French Toast along with an order of Uncle John's Biscuits & Gravy. We even had some orange juice which was freshly squeezed. Everything we had was great and we would highly recommend Citrus the Diner!

Brandon S.

12:35 09 Sep 24

Trevor was very accommodating when we wanted to move to an umbrella table half way through our visit. He provided great service throughout! Food portions were large. Gave four stars on food for $4.75 coffee that wasn’t great.

Kim Brown

11:52 02 Sep 24

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The menu had plenty of options and the food was good.

Robert Mageau

15:23 24 Aug 24

Always great service and delicious food 😋

Kendra “KD” Minor

22:16 22 Aug 24

I loved this little diner. The food and service with a smile was amazing!

Myra Colon

01:11 20 Aug 24

Hidden gem worth finding. Huge portions with friendly staff and clean, cozy atmosphere. Had breakfast and will be back to try lunch/dinner next time we’re in the area

Kathy B

22:52 18 Aug 24

Small family restaurant. Menu was diverse and very tasty.

Mary Anderson

15:11 31 Jul 24

Honestly the food is not good, but the vibes are immaculate so I’m giving it 5 stars lol. Good service too. Super nice people.

wtb

22:52 20 Jul 24

Best food ever! Unique dishes and everything we’ve tried has been fantastic. I wish I could eat here for breakfast lunch and dinner every day 🙂

L B

19:43 15 Jul 24

Great customer service with wonderful tasting food! Highly recommend.

Mike Boozer

18:42 06 Jul 24

Good breakfast many times

phil magee

17:10 24 Jun 24

Hands down, my favorite place to eat breakfast here in Denver. Lunch and dinner is next on my list!

Tonya Agurs

14:14 22 Jun 24

Love the food and the service!

Christine Curcio

16:30 06 Jun 24

Spoiler Alert: Breakfast For Dinner Is Coming Soon!We enjoyed a nice Mother’s Day brunch. My sister-in-law had the Meat Lovers Omelette. The home fries were delicious (I tried some), I think the best I have ever had anywhere.The seasoning was sublime.My wife really enjoyed her special, Summer Quiche. She said the asparagus was cooked perfectly al dente. The Lemon Vinaigrette on her side salad was very tasty. She is not a big lemon fan so her saying that is really saying something good.I like lemon myself. My Burt’s Benedict was maybe the best I have had at Citrus. Usually, their Hollandaise sauce has too much lemon, but today, the sauce hit all the right notes.I like the idea of using a QR code to add oneself to the wait list. Smart.One minor critique: The Cinnamon Rolls ought to be heated just a bit before bringing them to the table and not served at room temperature.Geraldine was a fantastic server! She was very engaged with our table and never once gave the impression that she had any other place to be. That is a rare quality in servers at Citrus. That is why this review rates service four stars overall — no reflection on Geraldine, a solid 5.I’m pleased to see we’ll soon be able to have Breakfast for Dinner!Nota Bene: The owner of Citrus also owned the next-door Pomodoros, an Italian restaurant. It closed its doors a couple of years ago due to a chronic staffing shortage, especially in the kitchen. Our village, Denver, NC, has enough fast food but too few quality dining experiences. The restaurant business is tough and I was saddened to see Pomodoros close its doors. COVID really did a number on small businesses and this mindset of people not wanting to work is maddening.Citrus is a highlight in the Denver dining scene.

Michael McLachlan

21:20 14 May 24

Everything we had was delicious and the outdoor patio is perfect! Our first time here but this will definitely be a new regular breakfast spot for our family.

Rachel Herman

14:26 11 May 24

What a gem of a diner!! Fantastic selection of food and drinks and everything tasted amazing!! Can’t wait to go back!!

Cathy Thompson

17:19 01 May 24

We showed up unannounced with a whole soccer team of 9 year olds and their families and the staff handled it like it was no big deal! The service was great and the food was somehow even better!! Thanks so much for making our team lunch such a success.

Pete Rosati

16:48 21 Apr 24

Enjoyed a delicious scramble bowl. Service was quick and friendly. Love the vibe!

Sara Rose

13:17 21 Apr 24

I guess I expected better, will try again just in case it was an off day.

Daniel Dziak

20:54 18 Apr 24

Large portions, good food, good service

Kirk Bailey

21:54 15 Apr 24

Always delicious. Spectacular service.

Cameron Swaim

21:10 14 Apr 24

I love this place. If given the option I'm eating here over any other breakfast place. We don't have this in CLE.

Julie Dombrowski

15:00 11 Apr 24

I love this place. The character and feel is fantastic. A true local diner with a little twist. The staff are all great and the food is top notch. You can tell they’re using quality ingredients. Even something as simple as scrambled eggs have the potential to be greasy if it’s not good quality. Not the case here. It’s all good. Worth every penny. We will be back.

Johnathan Drennon

12:51 07 Apr 24

Great place for breakfast or brunch. Large menu, super friendly staff. Great locals spot.

Jim Lavine

19:40 25 Feb 24

Delicious food. Food was fresh and service was great. Not really suitable for larger groups. We were a party of 8 and we had to split up.

Abel

15:04 21 Feb 24

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