"Like nearby Tryon Creek State Natural Area, Bertie Lou’s Cafe may be just a short bike ride from downtown, but it feels like a timeless oasis nestled in the midst of an ever-changing city. The prices might have increased since 1943 when Bertie Lou’s was founded, but the omelets, scrambles, and eggs Benedict will hit the nostalgia buttons as powerfully as they vanquish post-hike hunger. A substantially slimmer lunch menu of sandwiches is served after noon until the café closes around 2:30 p.m. Bertie Lou’s is open seven days a week — tables can be hard to come by on weekend mornings." - Nathan Williams
