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The Kettle Diner Menu (Updated September 2025)

Welcome to The Kettle Diner, a charming eatery nestled in Jacksonville, NC, where home-cooked goodness meets a cozy atmosphere. With an extensive menu now available, diners can indulge in everything from hearty breakfasts to satisfying dinners.

  • Starters: Begin your meal with crispy Sweet Potato Fries served alongside honey butter, or dive into the Nachos Grande topped with spicy chili and fresh toppings.
  • Main Attractions: The Master Burger is a must-try, featuring a half-pound patty grilled to perfection, while the Philly Cheesesteak guarantees a mouthwatering experience with its blend of grilled beef and Swiss cheese.
  • Breakfast Delights: For breakfast lovers, the Kettle Country Breakfast offers a fulfilling combination of eggs, pancakes, and your choice of meat, embodying the leisurely diner experience.

The Kettle Diner is more than just a meal; it’s a heartfelt gathering spot. Many patrons rave about the friendly service and the genuine sense of community. As one customer notes, “this small business is clearly thriving” and offers meals that feel like a warm embrace. Whether you're stopping in for a quick breakfast or a relaxed dinner, The Kettle Diner promises delicious food and a welcoming vibe that keeps you coming back for more.

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Today's Specials

Two Piece Fried Chicken Meal

Two pieces of fried chicken with your choice of two sides. Served with your choice of roll, corn bread or hush puppies.

$10.55

Three Piece Fried Chicken Meal

Three pieces of fried chicken with your choice of two sides. Served with your choice of roll, hush puppies or corn bread.

$11.75

Paul Parker Sandwich

Ham, bacon, provolone & American cheese, lettuce & tomato on a hoagie roll. Served with french fries or your choice of side.

$10.79

*Limited Time Specials*

Churros

Lightly sweetened sticks of dough, filled with apple & fried golden brown. Served with homemade sweet cream. What a treat!

$13.19

Family Packs

Breakfast Family Pack: Easily Serves 4 People

CHOOSE any 4 entrees (Mix & Match) -Belgian Waffles -Pancakes -French Toast -Biscuits & Gravy Comes with (8) eggs (scrambled or fried), (8) bacon strips and (8) sausage links.

$50.39

Chicken Tender Family Pack: Easily Serves 4 People

Includes (16) Chicken Tenders, your choice of two sides (1 qt. each), choice of bread for four (corn bread, roll or hush puppies).

$51.59

Hamburger Steak Family Packs: Easily Serves 4 People

Includes (4) Hamburger Steaks topped with mushrooms, onions, peppers & brown gravy (IF YOU WOULD LIKE A COMBINATION OF MEDIUM WELL & WELL DONE PLEASE SPECIFY AMOUNT OF EACH IN THE SPECIAL INSTRUCTION NOTES AT THE BOTTOM), your choice of two side (1qt. each), choice of bread for four (corn bread, roll or hush puppies).

$51.59

Pork Chop Family Pack: Easily Serves 4 People

Includes (8) Pork Chops (IF YOU WOULD LIKE A COMBINATION OF GRILLED & FRIED PLEASE SPECIFY THE AMOUNT OF EACH IN SPECIAL INSTRUCTION NOTES AT BOTTOM), your choice of two sides (1 qt. each) & choice of bread for four (corn bread, roll or hush puppies).

$51.59

Grilled Chicken Breast Family Pack: Easily Serves 4 People

Includes (4) grilled chicken breasts, your choice of (2) sides (1qt. each) & choice of bread for four (corn bread, roll or hush puppies).

$51.59

Italian Specialties Family Pack: Easily Serves 4 People

Includes your CHOICE of (4) of the following: -Lasagna -Spaghetti (w/ Meatballs) -Chicken Parmesan Served with (16) garlic bread triangles & (4) house salads with your choice of dressing.

$51.59

Breakfast Specialities

Kettle Country Breakfast

For the hearty appetite, 2 eggs, 3 fluffy buttermilk pancakes and your choice of bacon, sausage or breakfast ham. Substitute country ham for an additional charge.

$10.91

All-Star Sampler Breakfast

For the ones with a really big appetite. 2 silver dollar pancakes, breakfast ham, 2 bacon strips, 2 sausage links, 2 eggs any style and your choice of hash browns, home fries or grits and toast. No substitutions.

$12.47

Country Gentleman Breakfast

Center-cut county or breakfast ham slice, 2 eggs (any style) and biscuit with cream gravy.

$10.91

Ribeye Breakfast

An 8 oz. ribeye with pancakes or toast and your choice of hash browns, home fries or grits and 2 eggs (any style)

$21.71

Texas T-Bone Breakfast

A mouth-watering T-bone served with 2 eggs, home fries, hash browns or grits and 2 pancakes or toast.

$24.11

Chicken And Waffles Breakfast

An unbelievably delightful combination! Crispy all-white-meat chicken tenders served on top of 2 pearl sugar waffles. Peppery country gravy served on the side.

$10.91

Eggs Benedict Breakfast

Canadian-style bacon on an English muffin topped with 2 poached eggs and rich hollandaise sauce. Served with hash browns or home fries.

$11.03

Farmers Favorite Breakfast

2 center-cut boneless pork loin chops, 2 pancakes or toast, hash browns, home fries or grits and 2 eggs (any style).

$12.47

The Southerner Breakfast

Chicken-fried steak or chicken-fried chicken served with our delicious cream gravy, 2 eggs and hash browns, home fries or grits, toast or biscuit.

$11.27

Texas Breakfast

A heaping order of grits, hash browns or home fries smothered with sausage gravy and topped with your choice of eggs.

$10.91

Eggs Florentine Breakfast

2 poached eggs, baby spinach and tomato on a toasted English muffin, topped with Hollandaise sauce and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Served with your choice of grits, hash browns, home fries or rice.

$10.91

Kettle Breakfast Burrito

Chorizo, yellow squash, onions, and peppers seasoned and grilled just right. Combined with mozzarella cheese and 3 scrambled eggs then rolled up in a flour tortilla. Served with your choice of grits, hash brown or home fries.

$12.83

Breakfast Quesadilla

Three eggs with peppers, tomato, mushrooms, onion, cheddar & mozzarella cheese and your choice of bacon or sausage in a grilled tortilla. Served with salsa and choice of homefries, hashbrowns or grits.

$13.19

Deuces are Wild

French-Style Deuces

2 french toast slices lightly dusted with powdered sugar, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.

$10.91

The 4 Deuces

2 pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.

$10.91

Dixie Deuces

2 biscuits with gravy, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips and 2 sausage links.

$10.91

Waffle Deuces

2 waffle halves, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.

$10.91

Pancakes, Waffles & French Toast

Buttermilk Pancakes

A kettle specialty. A full-stack or a short stack.

$7.31

Belgian Waffle

Crisp, golden waffle from our special recipe. Add-ons for an additional charge.

$7.43

French Toast

6 triangles of our thick-sliced toast with either bacon or sausage.

$10.91

Omelets

Mike's Omelet

Egg whites, grilled chicken, peppers, onions, and tomatoes.

$12.14

Kettle Country Omelet

Sausage, bacon, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms & cheese.

$11.99

Western Omelet

Diced ham, green peppers, onions & cheese.

$10.91

Ham And Cheese Omelet

Diced ham and lots of cheddar cheese.

$10.55

Spanish Omelet

Green peppers, tomatoes & onions topped with sour cream & salsa (on the side).

$10.91

Vegetarian Omelet

Tomatoes, green peppers, onions, mushrooms & cheese.

$10.91

Steak Omelet

Steak, peppers, onions, mushrooms & cheese.

$12.35

Meat Lovers Omelet

Ham, bacon, sausage & cheese.

$11.99

Breakfast Sides

Biscuits & Gravy

Dense flaky pastry. Two biscuits total (cut in 1/2)

$5.15

Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese

Comes toasted with plain cream cheese or butter served on the side.

$2.99

Southern-Style Grits

A bowl of porridge made from ground corn.

$2.39

Hot Oatmeal

$2.99

Home Fries

Seasoned & grilled cubed potatoes sauteed with onion & peppers.

$4.55

Hash Browns

Fried shredded potatoes.

$4.43

Corned Beef Hash

Salt cured beef, potatoes, and onions.

$4.31

Bacon

Cured pork.

$4.31

Ham

$4.31

Sausage

$4.55

Cinnamon Apples

Soft cinnamon apples in a gelatin base.

$4.55

Breakfast Sandwiches

Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich

$6.11

Ham, Egg & Cheese

Sandwich built with pork and cheese.

$6.11

Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich

$6.11

Snacks & Starters

Fried Pickle Chips

Pickles fried golden brown & served with ranch dressing on the side.

$8.51

Nachos Grande

A plato muy grande of crisp tortilla chips topped with the works: spicy chili, grated cheese, jalapenos, lettuce & diced tomatoes. Sour cream & salsa available upon request.

$12.11

Cheese Fries (A Fan Favorite!)

A heaping order of fries topped with melted cheddar & mozzarella cheese, then sprinkled with real bacon bits.

$9.71

Chicken Tender App

Homemade hand cut, lightly breaded or crunchy, thick breaded tenders.

$9.71

Homemade Onion Rings

Thick cut onion rings, battered & quick fried until golden brown & crispy.

$8.51

Buffalo Wings

Deep fried chicken wings served with your choice of dipping sauce

$9.71

Boneless Wings

Battered chicken breast bits covered in a mild buffalo sauce.

$10.07

Fried Green 'Maters

Fresh green tomatoes seasoned, lightly breaded & deep fried golden brown.

$8.96

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Crispy outside, soft & chewy inside. Served with our special Italian sauce for dipping.

$8.51

A Little Of Each

For those who can't make up their minds...try it all. A generous sampling of cheese sticks, chicken strips, buffalo wings & onion rings or french fries.

$12.47

Cheese Quesadillas

Yummy Cheesy Quesadillas! Also available with chicken or beef.

$9.71

Sweet Potato Fries

A basket of sweet potato fries, fried golden brown & served with a side of honey butter.

$7.31

Homemade Kettle Lumpia

Ground chuck, cabbage, carrots, parmesan cheese & seasonings mixed together then rolled in a spring wrap & deep fried golden brown. Served on a bed of lettuce & tomato with sweet chili sauce.

$12.35

Salads & Soups

Caesar Salad

Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese & Caesar dressing. Grilled chicken available as an add-on.

$8.37

House Salad

Fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onion & green peppers.

$4.91

Chef Salad

This one is huge! Ham, turkey, Iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, diced tomatoes, onions, green peppers, cheddar & mozzarella cheese & boiled eggs. *You can substitute the ham & turkey w/ grilled chicken strips for an up charge

$12.47

Vegetable Beef Soup

As always, homemade & oh so delicious! This is a popular one!

$7.19

Chili Bowl

Topped with shredded cheddar cheese! Delightful with a dollop of sour cream on top. Diced onions available upon request.

$9.59

House Soup & Salad Combo

The perfect pair. A bowl of our homemade veggie beef soup & a side salad.

$14.39

Hot & Cold Specialties

Tuna Pita

Tuna with lettuce & tomatoes in a pita.

$10.31

Master Burger

Half-pound of fresh ground beef cooked to order. Served with cheddar cheese, lettuce & tomato on a toasted brioche bun or texas toast. Add bacon for an upcharge

$12.11

Bacon Mushroom Swiss Burger

Half-pound burger with bacon, mushrooms & Swiss cheese on a toasted brioche bun.

$12.59

Texas Burger

Served with cheddar cheese, bacon, grilled onions & BBQ sauce on grilled Texas Toast.

$12.59

Roast Beef Dip Sandwich

Thin sliced roast beef, grilled mushrooms & onions topped with Swiss cheese on a French loaf with au jus on the side for dipping. YUM!

$11.15

BLT Sandwich

Bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo sandwich.

$8.51

Catfish Sandwich

A spicy catfish fillet lightly breaded and grilled or quick-fried to a crispy brown. Served on a grilled hoagie loaf with lettuce & tomato.

$11.99

Turkey Supreme

Sliced white turkey breast, cheese, tomato, lettuce & bacon strips all on a grilled hoagie roll.

$9.43

Grilled Cheese

Your choice of cheese melted in between grilled Texas toast.

$6.23

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Breaded chicken breast with marinara sauce and covered with lots of provolone cheese on a brioche bun.

$10.55

Classic Reuben

Thin-sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on grilled rye bread.

$9.71

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Grilled marinated chicken breast on a toasted brioche bun. Lettuce, tomato and too much mayo makes it great.

$10.91

Philly Cheesesteak

Grilled beef, onions, mushrooms, green peppers and big-eye Swiss cheese on a toasted French loaf. Served with au jus sauce on the side.

$12.11

Tuna Melt

Tuna sandwich with melted cheese to cover on thick Texas toast. Served cold on request.

$10.31

Patty Melt

Our 1/3lb. burger grilled and sandwiched between Texas toast. Melted provolone cheese & grilled onions complete this classic.

$11.63

Club Sandwich

Triple decker full of turkey, ham (or both) w/ lettuce, tomato, bacon, American cheese and mayo.

$10.91

Fried Chicken Club

Breaded chicken breast served with lettuce, tomato, bacon, provolone cheese & mayo.

$11.51

Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Wrap

Chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese & ranch dressing. Served with your choice of side.

$11.63

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Fried chicken breast smothered in buffalo sauce, then wrapped with cheese, french fries, bacon & ranch dressing. Grilled chicken available for an upcharge.

$11.63

Hot Dog Meal

Two hot dogs with your choice of side.

$9.71

Mediterranean Chicken Wrap

Marinated grilled chicken breast, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, feta cheese & Italian dressing wrapped in a flour tortilla & served with your choice of side

$12.11

Steak Dinners

Ribeye

Cooked to perfection. It will satisfy the heartiest of appetites.

$21.71

Dinner Specialties

Pork Chops

Two center cut boneless pork loin chops cooked just the way you like them: grilled or fried.

$14.87

Chicken Fried Steak/Chicken Fried Chicken

Lightly breaded & served with country cream gravy.

$12.83

Liver & Onions

Liver served with grilled onions & gravy.

$13.55

Hamburger Steak

1/2 pound hamburger steak topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions and peppers in brown gravy.

$14.39

Smothered Chicken

A tender chicken breast perfectly seasoned & topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers, Swiss cheese & alfredo sauce.

$13.55

Chicken Tender Platter

Homemade hand cut, lightly breaded or crunchy, thick breaded tenders with two side options.

$12.95

Hot Roast Beef Or Turkey

A diner classic. Your choice of sliced roast beef or thinly sliced white meat turkey breast served hot on thick toasted bread. Served with lots of gravy & two side options.

$12.47

Vegetable Plate

Choose any 3 of our vegetable/side options.

$12.11

Chicken Hibachi

Marinated grilled chicken breast, zucchini, squash, mushrooms & onions atop a bed of rice with soy sauce. Served with yum yum sauce.

$14.51

Italian Specialties

Spaghetti

Served with meat sauce. Comes with garlic bread and a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).

$11.99

Homemade Baked Lasagna

Served with garlic bread & a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).

$14.39

Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo

Grilled chicken & steamed broccoli in Alfredo sauce over spaghetti noodles. Served with garlic bread & a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).

$14.15

Chicken Parmesan

Served with spaghetti & marinara sauce. Comes with garlic bread & a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).

$13.31

Ravioli Alfredo W/ Grilled Chicken

Ravioli tossed in Alfredo sauce with grilled chicken strips. Served with a side salad (fresh mixed greens, dice tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).

$13.79

Seafood

Catfish Fillet

Delicious catfish, lightly breaded & either grilled or quick-fried to a golden brown. Served with tartar sauce & a lemon wedge.

$14.51

Fried Jumbo Shrimp

Seven big shrimp deep fried to a golden brown & served with a lemon wedge and your choice of dipping sauce.

$14.03

Side Options

Baked Sweet Potato

$4.79

Baked Potato

Comes with sour cream & butter.

$4.79

French Fries

$4.79

Potato Salad

$4.55

Fried Okra

$4.55

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

$4.55

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