Smokestack Diner, 210 W Main St, Everson
Everson is in the heart of Whatcom County, along the banks of the mighty Nooksack River. I've driven through it a few times, but finally had a reason to stop.
And here we are. I should begin by saying that I came in here for more of an early lunch and wasn't all that ravenous, so I got the half order of EB. (Shameful, I know.)
It's worth noting that there's a "Smokestack Eggs Benedict," which involves gravy instead of Hollandaise sauce. I'm all for the reinvention of received forms, but at the same times it struck me as a bit much -- let's not cross the sacred breakfast beams.
Vibe: Grandma opened a restaurant in her shabby little basement!
Song heard: Joan Jett, "I Love Rock and Roll"
Coffee: Above average.
Did the yolk pop like it should?: The EB was well done but unfortunately, I'm pretty sure the home fries came from a bag. Ketchup and pepper helped, of course.
Can I sit and read a while?: Yes, especially later in the morning.
Price: $17.22 (half order)
The Smokestack diner does a lot of things well, and if you find yourself in Everson or Nooksack you should give it a shot. I wasn't blown away, but walked away full and happy on yet another rainy spring day.
Overall:
3 / 5 Nighthawks
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