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In my experiences as a kid at Tryon House, the breakfast was great, and the lunch/dinner was hit or miss depending on what you got. And it seems like that carries over here.
Came in for lunch after church. We started our meal off with complementary chicken and rice soup. I wasn't really a fan, it was a tad salty for my taste, and it was definitely on the oily side. Can't beat free though, so it's not an issue for me.
For an entree, I got the patty melt with a side of fries. The burger was very simple and straightforward, just double patties on grilled rye with melted provolone cheese and some grilled onions. It was executed really well, though, and was definitely the highlight of the meal for me. The meat was seasoned and cooked well, the bread was crispy, and the cheese was just the right amount of gooey and melty. The onions could've stood a little bit more caramelization, but they were by no means bad. And the patties themselves were nice and thick, so much so that I was able to save half for tomorrow.
The fries were tasty, dusted liberally with Cajun seasoning. But they were right at the edge of being underdone. Again, not bad enough to not eat them, but they probably could've withstood another minute in the fryer and been really good.
All in all, if you like Tryon House, you'll probably like this, and vice-versa. Good food for the price, excellent wait staff, but temper expectations.
Also - avoid the mac n' cheese. Tried a bite from someone else's plate. SUPER bland. Like KFC if it wasn't seasoned at all.
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