Tommy's Restaurant

Very good food. We were sat in the back with the group tables. It was just me and one other. I think we got lost in the busyness. But hey the food was very delicious.

Only 2 complaints... they don't know what extra crispy has browns are And the 2nd isn't really a complaint... but thr sweet tea is extremely sweet. Also, very tight building, make sure to bring cash The food was delicious!

Good diner with exceptional service from Von! Thank you, Von for the excellent experience, good recommendations, all with great humor and personality. Love the vibe and the prices are very fair.

Server was fantastic! Food was not good! Hashbrowns undercooked very greasy! Asked for 2 eggs scrambled well with cheese, eggs were slimy and not at all done! Was excited to try fried apples, they were a bust too. Toast was wayyyy over buttered and their sweet tea was like brown water. I had heard this place was really good, maybe we caught them on an off day. I hate to leave bad reviews….but I will say our server was awesome as well as other staff we encountered.

We use to travel here occasionally to enjoy the breakfast dining experience. However, it’s apparent that nothing is the same under this new management. I sent my complete entree back (shells in my eggs, old hash browns & biscuits), the pancakes were good. Most food wasn’t fresh (biscuits, hash browns, fried apples), they no longer cook with/have butter (biscuits, grits), and lack flavor. They also do not provide proof of purchase with a legitimate receipt with the business name, address, phone number, and items purchased on it. We will not be traveling back in the future.

This is a great local spot with great down home food. I love their fried clam strips and every one is super nice.

A great place to stop for a well-made and classic diner breakfast if in the Hampton, VA area. The decor is classic and the staff is very friendly. The food is the star, and I especially enjoyed the pancakes in my house special combo. It's worth noting this place only takes cash, and when I visited, their in-house ATM machine was not working. But definitely worth a stop if in the area for breakfast.

My first time eating at this restaurant and probably my last😅 I ordered catfish with two sides. The fish comes with hush puppies. You don’t see them because they came after I was done eating 😭. Also when you order catfish it usually come with 1 1/2 pieces of fish, my other half came when I was about done eating the whole fish😅. The sides were pretty decent. When it came time to check out this place only takes cash😭😭😭 apparently there’s a sigh about this at the entrance oh and let me add they have their own ATM🤣🤣🤣 So yeah very inconvenient and you’d think the waitress or someone would have said this when we were ordering but there was a guy named Benjamin who let me and my colleague Chime him and he gave us cash… So thanks Benjamin but I most definitely will not be dining here again

This was my first time here. Food was pretty good esp the pancakes -- was fluffy and flavorful. The batter/the pancake tasted slightly like funnel cakes lol. Service was good. The inside wasn't too big. They open from 0700-1500 everyday, I believe. I'd recommend going here but get in while you can bc it can get crowded with the compact space. Below I got the Tommy's combination breakfast w/ pancakes. Was definitely worth it. ***It's a CASH ONLY*** place so have those green papers ready, LOL.

This joint has that classic diner vibe: hearty breakfasts, sandwiches, soups, burgers, and comfort food staples. It's definitely a popular spot and an assuring green flag since it's crowded. You can tell it is a local favorite. I went with a breakfast combo: eggs, sausage links, hash browns, pancakes and grits -- that homemade taste you don't get at chains, everything was cooked just right and filling. They also have a dessert case stocked with cakes and pies that are hard to resist. I went with the carrot cake and it was delicious. The restaurant has that old-school charm -- bustling atmosphere, energetic servers who keep the coffee flowing, and plates of food that hit the table fast and hot. Oh and if it's your birthday, everyone gets involved. For generous portions, prices are pretty reasonable.

It's really a good place to eat. The day I went is extremely crowded but they manage to find a spot for you. They only take cash. They have a cash machine and it was down. I had to wait for someone to fix it. I guess the crowded room and only cash works for them. I'd like an update to return there.

Food was delicious, even my husband said so, and he's a harder sell! Lol Our waitress was wonderful - Very friendly, attentive, and helpful. The cashier was very friendly, as well. The diner was decorated nicely for the holidays. Overall, a relaxing diner feel, which I love. In the area? Check Them Out!

Tommy's Restaurant - A True Hampton Roads Staple Tommy's is more than just a restaurant -- it's a Hampton Roads institution. This place has been around for as long as I can remember. I've been coming here since I was a little girl, and now I'm almost 60! Over the years, it's changed hands a few times, and if I'm not mistaken, there are new owners again. I love the fresh updates they're making -- new booths, tightened chairs, and an overall cleaner, more refreshed look. One of the best parts about Tommy's is that the new owners are hands-on. They come by your table to check in and make sure everything's to your liking. You'll notice some new faces among the waitstaff, especially more male servers now, which is a nice change. A few of the long-time waitresses are still there too, adding that familiar charm. The food? Always delicious. No matter when you come, there's usually a line -- I'd say 70-80% of the time. But that's because it's that good. Just a heads-up: they only take cash, but there's an ATM in the lobby for your convenience. Tommy's is located on Mercury Boulevard, just two doors down from Krispy Kreme near Big Bethel Road. The ambiance is like a cozy country café -- welcoming and friendly. You'll probably run into someone you know or haven't seen in a while. It really has that hometown, family-friendly vibe. The staff is always helpful, accommodating, and knowledgeable. One suggestion I'd love to see them consider is a shared service model where all waiters and waitresses work together to serve the entire dining room and share tips. I've seen it in other restaurants, and it creates such a smooth experience for the guests. Here are a few things I love about Tommy's: The coffee -- although it can be hit or miss, I personally love it (even if one of my sister-friends doesn't!). The buttered toast -- white or wheat, always served with a nice selection of jellies. The seafood breakfast -- you can order it as a breakfast or lunch meal depending on the sides that you choose. It's big, flavorful, and you'll likely have leftovers. The Tommy's Breakfast -- eggs, your choice of meat, grits or hash browns, and toast or pancakes. The variety -- omelets, steak and eggs, corned beef hash, seafood plates, oatmeal, cereal, and more. Kid-friendly and great for families. They even have a separate back room often used for large gatherings and meetings. If you're from out of town or just haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and stop by. The line moves quickly, and it's worth the wait. Tommy's has something for everyone -- it might just become one of your new favorite spots. Hope to see you there!

This afternoon I went to Tommy's as i usually do when i come to that side of the water. I always order the catfish breakfast plate. Let me tell you that the hash browns were cold and old tasting. And i ordered scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese and there was no cheese and the eggs were hard and luke warm. The fish was wet and not crispy. Side bacon was not fresh and rubbery. The manager named Anna told me it of her mouth that the oil was not got that's why the fish is like that. Offered to take it off only if she takes my plate away and pay for something different. Never in life would i tell a customer that the oil wasn't hot. Also, the server was decent, but he told me that it's so busy that the child are not caring about what the did looks like right now. Like wth!!! Smdh This was a very horrible experience this time around.

I have eaten here a few times but not since they reopened. This was my boyfriend's first time. He was eager to try it since I was raving so much about the place. The decor is typical of a diner. Reminds me of grandma's kitchen growing up. The kitchen is right there so you can see everything cooked to order. The menu is wonderful and I love the fact you can have breakfast, lunch and or diner food. Tommy's is a cash only establishment. It states that right on the front door. They also have an ATM in the lobby/waiting area. There are table and chairs and they do have a room for a banquet or large event.. Our server was an absolute gem. She was very attentive but not too overbearing. It was so hard to decide what to eat but I ended up choosing the "Breakfast from the grill" - 2 eggs, 2 bacon, 2 sausage and then two sides and french toast. I had no idea that it came with all of that! I'm very picky about my eggs and they were the perfect over medium. I also ordered brown gravy for my hashbrowns. My boyfriend ordered the 2 eggs with 2 country fried bone in pork chops. That also came with 1 side and toast or biscuit. You get very reasonable portions for the price. I would be surprised if someone didn't end up taking home left overs. We went during a weekday. If you go on a weekend I highly suggest you get there when it opens. The line forms out the door and the parking lot will be full. But it is worth the wait! The only reason I give 4 stars instead of 5 is because the floor is sticky but other than that - well exceeds standards.

We went on a Sunday for breakfast and had to wait about 30 minutes. Once in, our server acknowledged that service may be a bit slow due to being short-staffed. That ended up not being the case and we received our food in a reasonable amount of time. Everything was absolutely amazing! I got the fried catfish and it was perfectly seasoned. I can't think of anything that was wrong with our meal.

I always love little hometown soul food restaurants. This one does it to the maximum. The food is absolutely delicious. It is well cooked and it is served with a smile. Even though there was a line when we got here, we got in quickly, we were seated and assured that we would have our food soon --they ain't never lied!! Tommy's Restaurant is one of my favorites and I hope it's here for years to come. I have no complaints!

Sheeeeit! First off I want to give a shout out to my waitress Tiffany who was on point from the time we sat. (Sit on the right side to be served by her ) she was very nice, quick, efficient, fast, friendly and very attentive. And because my adhd forgot who made those waffles...just know he had chef bars . Service was fast and easy to order and the food was affordable. I highly recommend this place for anyone who is looking for a good breakfast.

I have in the past gone to this restaurant many times. I will NEVER be back to Tommy's. Today I had someone pick me up some food to-go it was the fish breakfast and there was a hair embedded in the batter of the fish. I had already eaten the eggs and grits and started to eat the fish. The hair couldn't even be pulled out of the breading. I asked for my money back and to be honest I would have been fine with half because I had eatten the eagg and grits. The owner first said that he couldn't see the hair. Then it was they don't give refunds after food has left the store. Then it was how did he know it wasn't my hair? I have naturally curly brown hair and this hair was black and straight. He was rude and told me to call the police because he was not giving me my money back. Kindness goes a long way and that man is not kind. There is no way for me to fry my own hair into food that came from their restaurant. I looked back on the line and not one person back there or the waitresses who were going behind the line had on a hair net. He wouldn't give the box back to me to take a picture or I would have taken one. I didn't think to take one before because I didn't know about the no refund policy especially because their was a hair in my food.

Tommy's is a local classic! Highly recommend with the caveat that they only take cash! However the menu prices are so reasonable. The food here is always seasoned very well. I got the catfish and it hit every spot! Our server was Jasmine and she was amazing. Very attentive even though they were very busy! The atmosphere is chatty but cozy. People of all walks of life love to go to Tommy's and if you don't get there early there may be a line outside the door check them out if you're ever in Hampton!

Great food, great service, frienly people. Never have to wait long to get your food, and refills! Highly recomend Sammy's Restaurant. Wish there was one in the Dembigh area.

Often dine in with my staff/ colleagues for am briefs. This particular morning decided to dine in alone and go over some contracts/ business on conference call while having my breakfast ! Time : 11ish a.m. No line no wait , however simply requested a table that seats four for privacy , then told where I could be seated because 4 seating is for four people. I then stated I will not be long again plenty of seating availability. Then was told you can sit there. Being a business owner, please be present ! Myself and staff will no longer be dining there. Food outstanding staff need to protect the business. Simple / reasonable requests with compliance goes a long way !! Single dining less time and gracious tip along with referrals can be lucrative.. Tip for today ! If there is no patrons there's no revenue !! Tommy "True Story "

The best fried catfish I've ever had. I come here for their fried catfish and have been coming here for years to get it. Perfectly seasoned, perfectly cooked, and delicious. I eat with grits and eggs. Seriously a dangerous combo.

I used to work here, and been coming here for almost 20 years. This place has been a staple in the community and has always been a great value with great service and amazing quick food. Like a hole in the wall but better. They always have a line, but it moves pretty quickly overall. oh and they are cash only, but do have an atm on site. i never used it, but im sure it has an outrageous fee.. I rank my decisions to eat somewhere again as: 1 star - if someone else buys it I won't eat it, I would rather go hungry. 2 star - if I'm hungry, no other options are open and someone buys it - I would consider eating it 3 star - I'm ok with eating it as long as someone else pays 4 star - I will eat again and pay for it and be a semi-regular customer 5 star - I will travel for good food and pay good money and be back on a regular basis and maybe even pay for yours just so we can go

Phenomenal breakfast diner. Get there early on a Saturday morning. It's good so they get packed quickly!

What can I say? Stopped here for breakfast the other day. My eggs were runny, the hash browns were raw, the bacon was dripping with grease and I asked for dry toast and got buttered. Why the three stars? The service was phenomenal, plus where can you get a full breakfast with juice for $8.99??

Been here probably 100 times, a go to breakfast place where food comes fast and is always consistent. Went yesterday after noon because I have seen too many eating fish with their breakfast. Not a fan for breakfast but ordered lunch flounder and clam strip. Fries and peas. Hush puppies also came with. Soo much food! Everything prepared well. Clams were perfectly cooked and large size. Flounder was a big fillet. Now I know why I see woman eating fish for breakfast.

Local Southern Cooking at its finest. A local favorite. Grits, corned beef hash, Fried Catfish.

During a weekend trip to Newport News Tommy's was highly recommended by a few locals. I was looking for a country style breakfast with all of the fixing. This place was jammed packed and very nostalgic. It's like stepping back into the 90's. Expect to wait to be seated 15-20 and bring cash. They don't accept cards and they have a free ATM located inside the restaurant. I ordered corned beef hash, eggs, and toast. My husband ordered pancakes, bacon and eggs. It didn't wow me! The food didn't taste any different from what I cook at home. The workers were very pleasant and attentive for saying how packed it was.

Tommy's is always a vibe and fast with great customer service. I love the catfish, eggs are always scrambled hard with cheese perfectly i just can't get enough. I love when I'm on this side!!

Tommy's gives you the best band for your buck! The sweet potato pancakes as well as the plain pancakes were amazing. Thank you for Overall great breakfast and great value!

Food wasn't something to write home about and it was just as hot inside as it was outside, service was great

Tommy's food is incredible. It is always crowded because its just that good. I know they like to keep it simple but if they added a virtual waitlist or a number system so you don't have to stay crammed in the narrow hallway while you wait it would be an even better experience. Lastly, please, please, please take credit!! You can add the fee to the bill, if need be, but cash is no longer convenient. I will always come for the food but nothing wrong with taking my experience up a notch!

Perfect home cooked breakfast spot. The food and customer service is awesome. However I'm giving 4 stars. The coffee is disgusting this was my second visit, so I know it's not how the coffee was made. And it's 2024 c'mon w the "cash only". No one wants to pay you in ATM FEES. Just get w the times please

They need to update and start taking different forms of payment. Also a remodel wouldn't hurt or even picking up the phone or online ordering would be great. I love their food but I seriously recommend these changes.

I love the ambiance. Extremely relaxing, clean, family friendly inviting diner. They have a great variety of menu options for food. We didn't experience a long wait maybe 10 minutes but it was worth it. Let me tell you the grits, sweet potato pancakes, hotcakes, steak, French toast, fried cod are delicious. But don't limit yourself that too because this menu has everything. Even the butter toast they offer for the table is good. Awesome customer service. The young lady was amazing. Prompt, efficient and attentive. Must try spot and it will be your new breakfast spot. Prices are extremely reasonable.

I took my child to Tommy's for their first experience there. I have always loved this place. They ordered breakfast after a short wait to get seated. The main entree came out without the side items or bread. My child ate all the meal and thought the hasbrowns were undercooked. The waitress finally brought out the fried apples which neither of us could eat. They had a funny taste. And after a little while the bread finally arrived. We were rushed to give our order, the meal came out in bits and my child never wants to go back. Now I had a lunch meal and it was very good, but I doubt I will take my child there ever again.

Looks are sometimes deceiving... Stopped by here at lunchtime on a whim; we were going somewhere else nearby but Tommy's had a full parking lot. Walked in and place was full, one group ahead of us. Looking around, place seemed a little worn, not particularly cleaned or polished. However wait staff was friendly, quick and efficient. Menu had plenty of options, with emphasis on breakfast/brunch items. Wife had traditional 2 eggs, hash browns, bacon and pancakes while I had a gyro omelette. Service was prompt, food was excellent and prices were reasonable. Overall, place kind of reminds me of a traditional diner crossed with an ihop, but without the chain franchise aspect. All-in-all, a great value and we'll be back.

Cross between an IHOP and a Mom and Pop diner without the franchise. Fast service and good food at reasonable prices. Place was packed yet the servers were hopping and smiling. I got the Tommy's combo breakfast of two pancakes, bacon, hash browns, two eggs done over medium, and fried apples. Hubs had the healthier choice of gyro omelette. Yummy. Will be back. Btw they only take cash.

Tommy's is truly a great restaurant for taste, simplicity, and affordability! You get a wide variety menu, decent portion sizes, good flavor, cleanly, affordable, and great hospitality by staff. The ambiance of the restaurant is quite an old southern feel (most similar comparison Cracker Barrel) with a bit of a tighter spacing but nothing to deter you from going! It's always popping on the weekends so make sure you plan ahead!

Tommy's is a staple in the Newport News community. Anytime I go there is always a long line of people waiting to be seated and they're willing to wait because it's worth it. The food feels and tastes like family cooked jt and the the service is kind and genuine. This establishment is traditional and only accepts cash so be prepared to have some on hand or use the atm.

Great food! Always packed. However, they need to renovate and invest back into this business. The furniture is old and coming apart and it smells awful. It has a strong smell of old carpet. It smells like a wet damp mildew basement all the time. I stopped going because it flairs up my allergies. I never understood why restaurants keep carpet in the eating areas, or anywhere for that matter. They are just making money without any plans to update and put back into their establishment. Very sad. My family have moved on to another breakfast place.

Ordered take-out today because I've heard so many good things about this ma and pop place. My food was great and it comes in large portions. My French toast was amazing and fresh and my eggs were great (I threw in a little more cheese). The service was great!

THE ONLY TAKE CASH....rule #1 Rule #2 bring your patience on Sunday after church service this place gets busy... Food was excellent everything was delicious, came with a large party and every order was perfect.. awesome mom&pop place with that diner vibe

I went here a few weeks ago. I have been here multiple times before, but i had not provided a review. It had been a few years since the last time that I had been here. It is a cash only establishment and it is not very large, but it is very popular. Each time I have ventured here it has been packed. There was a line this time, too. In the past, they would take names and have a wait time. This time they had a line and you just told how many in your party. The line seemed long, but it moves rather quickly. What seemed like it could be an hour wait was truly about 15-20 minutes. Although I have only ordered breakfast, they do serve lunch. They close at 3PM. We were seated and drinks orders were taken shortly after. I was able to order something I actually had a taste for. It was one if the specials for the day, a gyro omelette. It was delicious. A very generous helping of gyro meat along with tomatoes and feta cheese. I ordered turkey sausage and turkey bacon. The omelette came with side options and I chose home fries and toast. It was all so good. It was so much. I didnt even think I would finish the omelette and meats, but I managed to do so. I love that you get more than your money's worth. You aren't even paying a lot of money, in the first place. I will definitely go back again when I am in the area. I am hoping it won't be years from now.

**CASH ONLY** But there is an ATM inside. This place is always busy whenever I go, with good reason. The service is pretty quick so the wait is never too long. Parking is the only part that can get a bit tricky. The food is amazing though! I love the pecan pancakes - they are enormous and delicious!!!! The omelettes are the same. The inside makes you feel like you're at home so even though it's crazy busy inside and there's a lot of movement, you don't feel rushed to eat your food quickly then leave. The servers are so sweet, nice and attentive. I feel like really anything that you could order would be pretty good and decently priced. If you have never been here, give it a try and stop by!

We love tommys the food was so good and the portions are good! The only thing always have an issue with is the wait it is always sooo long, even to go took forever otherwise good food and only one time a waitress/cashier was rude she seemed like she didn't want to be at work. She even argued with kitchen staff loudly in front of us. And don't really the fact you can only use cash

Tommy's is a staple of Hampton, Virginia and has been around for as long as I can remember, and for good reason. There's no bells and whistles when it comes to their food; however, their food is just good! The catfish breakfast was everything. Scrambled eggs were fluffy, potatoes were cooked just right, and the basket of toast was nice and buttered. The catfish was mad flavorful and piping hot; in addition, Tommy's has 3 different kinds of hot sauce at every table, so they really know what's up. Service was super fast, friendly, and easy. I have never seen tables flipped so fast. All in all, Tommy's is a much better alternative for an American style breakfast in Hampton when compared to similar chain restaurants. Psssssst ... get the catfish breakfast!

Great Food Friendly Atmosphere They made my food in a nice time frame and it was hot amd seasoned

I've lived in this area my whole life and just found out about Tommy's. Went out with my work team as we pick a different restaurant every month. They are always hopping but they were able to accommodate our 8 person table in minutes. The portions are huge, food is delicious and the service was phenomenal. Great price for what you get too!! Food just comes out as it's made but that worked fine for us. Can't wait to try something else on the menu.

Visiting the sis, and she had suggested grabbing breakfast at Waffle House. I asked if we could try out something local instead, and we ended up at Tommy's. Glad we did. The restaurant is a diner-type spot with an extensive breakfast menu of both the traditional (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes) as well as the more unique (shrimp and grits). They also offer a lunch menu if you're showing up later in the day. I got an order of French toast, eggs over easy, Virginia ham, and grits. I especially enjoyed the Virginia ham (better flavor than ham I usually have at breakfast) as well as the grits (which restaurants have a tendency to make as soggy). The service was also incredibly polite and enthusiastic, with the entire place giving off a "Cheers"-vibe with lots of locals and where everyone knows your name. A couple things to note before visiting, though: 1) Restaurant is cash only. They have an ATM at the entrance to help with this, but just know you won't be able to use any kind of card here. 2) Capacity is currently limited due to covid restrictions. Pair that with the place's popularity, and you're looking at a line and decent wait times before being seated. We waited about 15 minutes before getting in, and when we did get seated, the line behind us was almost out the door. Neither of those two things, though, could seriously detract from a great experience. So if you have cash and are not in a rush, Tommy's is well worth a morning stop.

Fast, super affordable, and delicious! Have been going here for years! The servers are attentive and kind. It reminds me so much of the diners my grandparents took me to as a kid!

Ok I've been eating here for decades. This is one of the only true diners left in Hampton Roads. Amazing food. Great service. Always crowded. And the YiYi st the register will keep you in line. No saggy pants allowed on anyone over 5 years old. Btw leave your plastics at home. They accept cash and checks only.

Tommy's is a great breakfast/lunch place! It is not fancy, but it is one of the best breakfast places in town. We went for the breakfast approach with a simple two egg, hash browns and grits with wheat toast. I selected the turkey sausage as my meat and it was delicious. They have an extensive menu with many lunch options. Our server was really nice and she made us feel at home from the moment we walked in. The prices were also great! My wife and I had our lunch (breakfast items). With drinks for under $25. The place it a little dated, but very clean and very welcoming. I would recommend this as a great stop of for breakfast in the Newport News/Hampton area.

I've been going to Tommy's for almost 10 years now. I don't live in the area but I have family that lives nearby. I always get the Tommy's Combination Breakdast which consists of two pancakes, two eggs, and your choice of breakfast meats. The service is always good. The waiters and waitresses that I have are always kind to me. You need to come here for breakfast if you live in the area!

I'm new to the area and saw this place had great reviews and wanted to try it out. The waitress was nice and the breakfast was fine, it does taste homemade. But I wish I was told that they didn't take cards. I don't carry cash, so I had to use the ATM which made my food very expensive due to all the fees. Most likely not coming back since I don't keep cash and I felt like I should've been told they don't take it.

I ordered takeout before work and the food here was absolutely terrible. Everyone spoke so highly of this place, so I had high hopes and was highly disappointed. I had the combination with pancakes, hash browns, grits, eggs, and sausage. The pancakes were the only decent items on the plate. Everything else lacked seasoning and was plain disgusting. The service was great, but the food sucked so I would definitely not recommend.