American restaurants

Miami Restaurant

4.6 453 reviews 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 1469 Smoky Park Hwy, Candler, NC 28715, United States

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Miami Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Candler, NC, offers a delightful dive into classic American comfort food. Despite its challenging location, sharing grounds with a seemingly abandoned motel, this diner thrives on its unmatched warmth and hospitality. Patrons rave about the hash browns and biscuits and gravy, highlighting the perfect execution of breakfast staples that evoke nostalgia and home-cooked goodness.

With its charming, unchanged decor and atmosphere reminiscent of yesteryears, Miami Restaurant serves as a cozy escape where time slows down. The friendly staff delivers not just meals, but an experience filled with southern charm and respect—a testament to the diner’s dedication to customer satisfaction. Many reviews reflect a sense of community, inviting families, retirees, and hard-working locals to savor dishes made with love, including their in-house sausage and perfectly cooked eggs.

Whether you’re stopping by for a hearty breakfast or a comforting meal any time of the day, Miami Restaurant shines as a unique culinary gem near Asheville, where every dish tells a story, and every bite is a reminder of the joys found in simple, well-prepared food.

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Fast service
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Serves local specialty

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Reviews for Miami Restaurant

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Review highlights

Based on 453 reviews

Miami Restaurant is widely appreciated for its authentic Appalachian American cuisine, offering hearty, home-style meals that evoke a sense of nostalgia with their traditional flavors and generous portions. Patrons consistently highlight the quality of breakfast dishes, particularly the expertly prepared hash browns, biscuits and gravy, and eggs, alongside robust coffee. The diner maintains a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere despite its modest and somewhat dated exterior, with many noting the friendly and attentive service that enhances the overall dining experience. Its affordability and casual, unpretentious vibe attract a diverse crowd, from locals to visitors, all seeking satisfying, well-crafted comfort food in a relaxed setting. The establishment's charm lies in its consistency, inviting environment, and dedication to preserving classic regional flavors, making it a beloved spot for those craving genuine Appalachian fare.

sandy35085

Jun 26, 2025

Great place to eat and the staff was fantastic. We were in NC helping with relief for people, and our airb&b owner recommended it. The hash browns were the best part. Loved it!! Thank you

John Hite

May 29, 2025

A really solid diner! Do not judge by location --- it shares a property with what appears to be a condemned motel. The diner was clean and comfortable. Staff was VERY helpful and welcoming. Food was excellent! Biscuits and gravy were on point. The hash was really good. The potatoes were perfect. Over easy eggs cooked perfectly. High octane coffee rounded out the meal. Reasonably priced. Lots of easy and free parking.

Dave Braveheart

May 23, 2025

You'll never find another time portal quite like this. The place looks like it hasn't changed in decades, and even the prices reflect a time long gone. The food is terrific Appalachian homecooked goodness. Seat yourself wherever you like, and a nice lady will serve you in a moment. They make their own sausage in-house. They even have Livermush on the menu, and it's sliced correctly. The buttery, flaky, perfect biscuits will stick-to-your-ribs and keep you coming back until the plate is clean. Eggs are done right in any style you want. In a world where time is running like a wild animal, they don't rush you out; you can take your time. There's just enough light that comes through the window shades. Even after Helene, when service doesn't feel quite the same, you can still get a meal served with a side of respect, southern charm, and a smile. Don't pass this place up. It's not closed and not abandoned; it's full of life and good people enjoying good food in a place from a time long since forgotten.

ted evans

May 22, 2025

One of the secret spots around Asheville. Great folks serving simple and wonderful meals. It’s a Diner!

Matthew Horne

May 17, 2025

Expert breakfast. Great service. Atmosphere is of a busy Saturday morning breakfast hotspot. Sturdy workmen, families, retirees, all digging in!

Donna Criswell

Apr 14, 2025

Our kind of place! We went for breakfast. Only 1 table for 2 people available, which was fine. We knew it was going to be good when we saw the crowd. If we lived nearby, we'd eat here several times a week. It looks like a dump from the outside, but looks can and are deceiving many times!

Ivy McClure

Mar 29, 2025

Fantastic breakfast! I love everything about this place.

LR P

Mar 14, 2025

One of my favorite truly local spots. Do not judge this place by outward appearance. This is a clear example of why you should never judge a book by its cover. The food is incredibly good, fresh and reasonably priced. There are breakfast & lunch specials daily. The eggs & meat are locally sourced & the breakfast sausage is hand made & easily the best I have ever had. Breakfast is the clear specialty, but lunch is also very good. Locals know this place well and there are many daily regulars, for very good reason.