The layout and atmosphere are unique. The sheer size of the place prohibits self seating, as the server may never find you. We were greeted with the proverbial "we'll be right with you" from two different employees. Once seated, we waited again. Of course, I opted for the chicken fried steak and was met with some resistance when trying to substitute a pancake for my choice of bread. The eggs were cold, I'm sure due in part to the cold draft coming through the door we were seated next to.
The chicken fried steak itself was pretty good. Tender with a flaky breading covered with country gravy. However, it was served on top of what is usually fresh and crisp potato chip like, fried potatoes. I had to move the CFS to it's own plate for proper consumption.
The service was slow at first, but once they got rolling, the coffee and water were never empty. I would give the chicken fried steak nearly four stars, but the overall rating is only three stars this time around. I will be back.