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.
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.
$10.55Three 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.
$11.75Paul 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!
$13.19Family 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.
$50.39Chicken 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).
$51.59Hamburger 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).
$51.59Pork 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).
$51.59Grilled 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).
$51.59Italian 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.
$51.59Breakfast 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.
$10.91All-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.
$12.47Country Gentleman Breakfast
Center-cut county or breakfast ham slice, 2 eggs (any style) and biscuit with cream gravy.
$10.91Ribeye Breakfast
An 8 oz. ribeye with pancakes or toast and your choice of hash browns, home fries or grits and 2 eggs (any style)
$21.71Texas T-Bone Breakfast
A mouth-watering T-bone served with 2 eggs, home fries, hash browns or grits and 2 pancakes or toast.
$24.11Chicken 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.
$10.91Eggs 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.
$11.03Farmers Favorite Breakfast
2 center-cut boneless pork loin chops, 2 pancakes or toast, hash browns, home fries or grits and 2 eggs (any style).
$12.47The 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.
$11.27Texas Breakfast
A heaping order of grits, hash browns or home fries smothered with sausage gravy and topped with your choice of eggs.
$10.91Eggs 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.
$10.91Kettle 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.
$12.83Breakfast 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.
$13.19Deuces are Wild
French-Style Deuces
2 french toast slices lightly dusted with powdered sugar, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.
$10.91The 4 Deuces
2 pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.
$10.91Dixie Deuces
2 biscuits with gravy, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips and 2 sausage links.
$10.91Waffle Deuces
2 waffle halves, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips, and 2 sausage links.
$10.91Pancakes, Waffles & French Toast
Buttermilk Pancakes
A kettle specialty. A full-stack or a short stack.
$7.31Belgian Waffle
Crisp, golden waffle from our special recipe. Add-ons for an additional charge.
$7.43French Toast
6 triangles of our thick-sliced toast with either bacon or sausage.
$10.91Omelets
Mike's Omelet
Egg whites, grilled chicken, peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
$12.14Kettle Country Omelet
Sausage, bacon, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms & cheese.
$11.99Western Omelet
Diced ham, green peppers, onions & cheese.
$10.91Ham And Cheese Omelet
Diced ham and lots of cheddar cheese.
$10.55Spanish Omelet
Green peppers, tomatoes & onions topped with sour cream & salsa (on the side).
$10.91Vegetarian Omelet
Tomatoes, green peppers, onions, mushrooms & cheese.
$10.91Steak Omelet
Steak, peppers, onions, mushrooms & cheese.
$12.35Meat Lovers Omelet
Ham, bacon, sausage & cheese.
$11.99Breakfast Sides
Biscuits & Gravy
Dense flaky pastry. Two biscuits total (cut in 1/2)
$5.15Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese
Comes toasted with plain cream cheese or butter served on the side.
$2.99Southern-Style Grits
A bowl of porridge made from ground corn.
$2.39Hot Oatmeal
$2.99Home Fries
Seasoned & grilled cubed potatoes sauteed with onion & peppers.
$4.55Hash Browns
Fried shredded potatoes.
$4.43Corned Beef Hash
Salt cured beef, potatoes, and onions.
$4.31Bacon
Cured pork.
$4.31Ham
$4.31Sausage
$4.55Cinnamon Apples
Soft cinnamon apples in a gelatin base.
$4.55Breakfast Sandwiches
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
$6.11Ham, Egg & Cheese
Sandwich built with pork and cheese.
$6.11Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
$6.11Snacks & Starters
Fried Pickle Chips
Pickles fried golden brown & served with ranch dressing on the side.
$8.51Nachos 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.
$12.11Cheese Fries (A Fan Favorite!)
A heaping order of fries topped with melted cheddar & mozzarella cheese, then sprinkled with real bacon bits.
$9.71Chicken Tender App
Homemade hand cut, lightly breaded or crunchy, thick breaded tenders.
$9.71Homemade Onion Rings
Thick cut onion rings, battered & quick fried until golden brown & crispy.
$8.51Buffalo Wings
Deep fried chicken wings served with your choice of dipping sauce
$9.71Boneless Wings
Battered chicken breast bits covered in a mild buffalo sauce.
$10.07Fried Green 'Maters
Fresh green tomatoes seasoned, lightly breaded & deep fried golden brown.
$8.96Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Crispy outside, soft & chewy inside. Served with our special Italian sauce for dipping.
$8.51A 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.
$12.47Cheese Quesadillas
Yummy Cheesy Quesadillas! Also available with chicken or beef.
$9.71Sweet Potato Fries
A basket of sweet potato fries, fried golden brown & served with a side of honey butter.
$7.31Homemade 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.
$12.35Salads & Soups
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese & Caesar dressing. Grilled chicken available as an add-on.
$8.37House Salad
Fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onion & green peppers.
$4.91Chef 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
$12.47Vegetable Beef Soup
As always, homemade & oh so delicious! This is a popular one!
$7.19Chili Bowl
Topped with shredded cheddar cheese! Delightful with a dollop of sour cream on top. Diced onions available upon request.
$9.59House Soup & Salad Combo
The perfect pair. A bowl of our homemade veggie beef soup & a side salad.
$14.39Hot & Cold Specialties
Tuna Pita
Tuna with lettuce & tomatoes in a pita.
$10.31Master 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
$12.11Bacon Mushroom Swiss Burger
Half-pound burger with bacon, mushrooms & Swiss cheese on a toasted brioche bun.
$12.59Texas Burger
Served with cheddar cheese, bacon, grilled onions & BBQ sauce on grilled Texas Toast.
$12.59Roast 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!
$11.15BLT Sandwich
Bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo sandwich.
$8.51Catfish 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.
$11.99Turkey Supreme
Sliced white turkey breast, cheese, tomato, lettuce & bacon strips all on a grilled hoagie roll.
$9.43Grilled Cheese
Your choice of cheese melted in between grilled Texas toast.
$6.23Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Breaded chicken breast with marinara sauce and covered with lots of provolone cheese on a brioche bun.
$10.55Classic Reuben
Thin-sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on grilled rye bread.
$9.71Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled marinated chicken breast on a toasted brioche bun. Lettuce, tomato and too much mayo makes it great.
$10.91Philly 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.
$12.11Tuna Melt
Tuna sandwich with melted cheese to cover on thick Texas toast. Served cold on request.
$10.31Patty Melt
Our 1/3lb. burger grilled and sandwiched between Texas toast. Melted provolone cheese & grilled onions complete this classic.
$11.63Club Sandwich
Triple decker full of turkey, ham (or both) w/ lettuce, tomato, bacon, American cheese and mayo.
$10.91Fried Chicken Club
Breaded chicken breast served with lettuce, tomato, bacon, provolone cheese & mayo.
$11.51Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Wrap
Chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese & ranch dressing. Served with your choice of side.
$11.63Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Fried chicken breast smothered in buffalo sauce, then wrapped with cheese, french fries, bacon & ranch dressing. Grilled chicken available for an upcharge.
$11.63Hot Dog Meal
Two hot dogs with your choice of side.
$9.71Mediterranean Chicken Wrap
Marinated grilled chicken breast, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, feta cheese & Italian dressing wrapped in a flour tortilla & served with your choice of side
$12.11Steak Dinners
Ribeye
Cooked to perfection. It will satisfy the heartiest of appetites.
$21.71Dinner Specialties
Pork Chops
Two center cut boneless pork loin chops cooked just the way you like them: grilled or fried.
$14.87Chicken Fried Steak/Chicken Fried Chicken
Lightly breaded & served with country cream gravy.
$12.83Liver & Onions
Liver served with grilled onions & gravy.
$13.55Hamburger Steak
1/2 pound hamburger steak topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions and peppers in brown gravy.
$14.39Smothered Chicken
A tender chicken breast perfectly seasoned & topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers, Swiss cheese & alfredo sauce.
$13.55Chicken Tender Platter
Homemade hand cut, lightly breaded or crunchy, thick breaded tenders with two side options.
$12.95Hot 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.
$12.47Vegetable Plate
Choose any 3 of our vegetable/side options.
$12.11Chicken Hibachi
Marinated grilled chicken breast, zucchini, squash, mushrooms & onions atop a bed of rice with soy sauce. Served with yum yum sauce.
$14.51Italian Specialties
Spaghetti
Served with meat sauce. Comes with garlic bread and a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).
$11.99Homemade Baked Lasagna
Served with garlic bread & a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).
$14.39Grilled 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).
$14.15Chicken Parmesan
Served with spaghetti & marinara sauce. Comes with garlic bread & a house salad (fresh mixed greens, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions & green peppers).
$13.31Ravioli 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).
$13.79Seafood
Catfish Fillet
Delicious catfish, lightly breaded & either grilled or quick-fried to a golden brown. Served with tartar sauce & a lemon wedge.
$14.51Fried Jumbo Shrimp
Seven big shrimp deep fried to a golden brown & served with a lemon wedge and your choice of dipping sauce.
$14.03Side Options
Baked Sweet Potato
$4.79Baked Potato
Comes with sour cream & butter.
$4.79French Fries
$4.79Potato Salad
$4.55Fried Okra
$4.55Homemade Mashed Potatoes
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