How have I not reviewed Mattie's before?! I'm pretty much a regular over at Mattie's Diner and have had lunch there plenty of times. The service is always on point and friendly - never had to wait more than the standard time to receive my food which is basically unheard of.
I tend to always get the Big Holla with tomato, which is a massive grilled cheese... no no, understand the word massive. This is definitely a big kid grilled cheese and it is STUFFED with cheese. As soon as you pull apart the sandwich the cheese is falling off the slices. Awesome sauce.
I also dig the California wrap (I think that's what it's called) which is actually served on a pita and not a wrap. But it's turkey, guacamole, sprouts, lettuce and tomato. Also a winner and tastes fresh every time.
I tend to pair these with either the mashed potatoes or the mac and cheese, which also doesn't skimp on the cheese and as an avid cheese lover, hey, I appreciate that, Mattie's! Another favorite is the buffalo dip - mighty tasty although the dip is a bit runny and I prefer my dips a bit more thicker but still worth an order.
All in all, if it is your first time remember it is an old-fashioned diner which means it's a bit small and the grill cooks are right in front of you cooking up your order - which doesn't bother me but just a heads up. The diner is open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays so great for a late night bite after running around the Music Factory. They also served about 8 selections of bottled beers and about a dozen different milkshakes as well. Nice : )