Whenever I visit my parents in Byers, we always come out to High Plains Diner for brunch each Saturday. It's become a tradition that I'm happy to keep on because the food is hearty, traditionally American, and served with the sensibility of those lifelong residents of the heartland.
I usually order the biscuits and gravy, which are great, but have also tried the omelet (pretty good), and the breakfast burrito (delicious but huge enough to feed a family!). They have great bacon, and I'd love to know how many of their ingredients are locally sourced.
It's the kind of place that welcomes you into the community, fills you up, and sends you out for a hard days work on the farm, or as in my case, a day of resting and digesting on the weekend.
Out East it is hard to find a good place to eat. Most of the places are nothing special and the service is just average. But the High Plain's Diner is different, they have wonderful home cooked style breakfast! It is so yummy, the service is always friendly and quick! I love that we have this place to eat!
Review Source:The Reuben was flavorful and cooked to perfection, and the black and blue burger was also tasty, though admittedly it was cooked just slightly over what was requested, and the bun didn't do the patty justice. The fries were cooked nicely, no too crisp not too soggy. The blueberry pie was very tasty, with a great crust and really great texture and taste in the filling, which more than compensated for any flaws in the meal. The space is pleasant, and the staff was very friendly and we received wonderful service. A great choice!
Review Source:Living in the Bennett area the diner is convenient, the food is okay at best and to be honest not bad for the value. The menu over the last few years is old and like I said its convenient.
While we all know most of the food is frozen or canned we went in after a long day and not really into the drive to tower road to go to Chili's or Applebee's we decided to go to the diner.
The soup of the day was New England clam chowder, being from the east coast I was reluctant but figure what the heck. When the server brought it to the table I noticed and commented on the color. Instead of being white it was more of on off tan. She said it was fresh (homemade) and just a little different, Well I can honestly say it was not the worst Clam Chowder I have ever eaten but it was close. The worst part was in one of the spoon full I bit into a piece of clam shell. Not a little chip (grain if dirt size) but a piece a little bigger than a dime.
I showed it to the server and she was all apologetic and took the piece right over to Gene the owner. We never even got so much as a look from her. Â I was not looking for anything from them but to be honest I expected someone to come over and say something. I guess talking and laughing with other customers was more important. We eat the rest of our dinner, paid our bill and left.
A simple word of advice, when eating there (if you do) watch what you eat. you never know what you're going to find in the food. You want be sure they are not watching and really don't seem to care.
As far are we go, IF we ever go there again we are going to stay away from anything home made by them. we'll stick with the canned / frozen food which is about 95% of their menu.
I discovered this place one evening while on the way into town from Byers. I was a bit skeptical at first; "You mean there is a diner built into the side of a dollar store?!? MY trepidation was quickly replaced by amusement at the use they have made of the space. Specifically, finding the john takes you down a hallway to behind the kitchen where you also find a hidden private room, which always seems to be full. The decorations are sparse and the spaces are open, and not at all what you would expect from a diner. Tall ceilings with chandeliers mixed with country appointments combine into an interesting oleo.
I had the Black and Bleu Burger, ordered medium, and french fries. She had the Reuben Sandwich, with french fries. The waitstaff was cheery and helpful while we ordered and the food arrived very quickly. The only low mark I can give is the fact that my burger was cooked further than my requested medium. It was somewhere between medium well and well done. Considering the speed at which we received out food, I would believe that the patty was already on the grille when I ordered and they did not take the time to grille one to my request. Oh well, everybody gets one. And, as that was the only negative for the trip, I can still give a confident five stars.
Her Reuben Sandwich was one of the best I have ever had on Colorado. The Corned Beef was juicy and flavorful. There was a proper quantity of dressing on the sandwich, Â which is a relief. So many places want to drown the sandwich in the dressing resulting in the other flavors being covered. The marble rye bread appeared to have been toasted to perfection on the grille. Be sure to eat it over the plate, as it is one juicy sandwich.
We had noticed the pie rack on the way on the door. Â We asked and were informed that most of the pies and cakes are made in house. We split a slice of blue berry pie. The waitress talked us into having it a la mode. The ice cream used appeared to be of the soft serve variety. I had never considered soft serve for pie a la mode before. It turns out, this is a great way to do it. The ice cream is soft and sits on the pie like whipped cream. The pie was absolutely delicious! It was well filled with berries and not overly gelatinous as it often they way I find them. Additionally, the fruit was still somewhat firm, indicating that it was not as overcooked as it the current norm. The pie and ice cream was such a delight to end the meal with. Except, we wanted more, and had to resist temptation as we walked past the pie rack while walking out of the door.
Now that's effective product placement..
For small town Eastern Colorado you wouldn't have high hopes out of a diner. Â This one is a local treasure and worthy of praise. Â They have a wide variety of foods to try out, and a bar with at least a few microbrews available.
I tried out the T.A.B., Turkey Avocado & Bacon; which also comes with cheese and tomato, on toasted bread. Â It was really good, though if I ever order a second I might request them to double the avocado. Â
I have been told that many of their other plates, from steak to pizza, are equally delicious, so it serves as a good excuse to have a meal there 2 or 3 times a week, assuming you are stuck in the area with not many options. Â
There is a main entrance by the Family Dollar; and main dining can get a little loud if it is busy. Â There is a secondary entrance to the bar around back, adjacent to the Southern parking lot, there are a few tables back there and outdoor seating as well (I think all of like 2 tables outside).
At least in my case, the bar was the more intimate, quieter setting.
The family likes High Plain's Diner in Bennett. Sure, there are only three restaurants total but High Plains Dinner seems to be the most popular. It has been at the "new" location for about a year. (Previously, they were down the street near the corner insection.) I made the hubby stop after a visit to Kiowa Creek. He still claims it was his idea...........
I had the BLT; he had the meatloaf sandwich/soup. Food was really good; service was great; they make you feel welcome. Place was about half full and getting busier. You can tell this place succeeds with loyalty from the regulars. Bad service and food in a small town, you just dont stay in business........Business is booming here.
I also had a hot tea; hubby had a water. Our bill was $15ish; Great value. So yeah, thumbs up to High Plains Diner in Bennet (next to Family Dollar.)
Go to Facebook and check out the community effort it took to make this place run.
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