Hav-A-Bite Restaurant
About This Spot
Stepping into Hav-A-Bite Restaurant in Metamora feels like slipping into a familiar rhythm of small-town comfort and easy-going charm. The pace here is unhurried, the kind of place where conversation flows naturally over plates filled with honest, hearty fare. It’s the kind of diner where locals gather for a morning coffee or a straightforward meal, and visitors find a warm welcome that lingers beyond the check.
The atmosphere hums with a quiet, dependable energy—a mix of the day’s soft sunlight filtering through the windows and the friendly exchanges between staff and guests. Simple wooden tables, vinyl booths, and well-worn menus hint at years of shared stories and Saturday breakfasts. There’s a rhythm to this space, a welcoming pause that encourages you to savor the moment without rush.
Food here feels handcrafted, the kind of cooking that respects tradition without needing to shout. Whether you’re in for breakfast or lunch, each dish comes fresh and thoughtfully prepared—from golden fried chicken served hot and crisp to down-to-earth sandwiches that hit just the right note of satisfaction. The menu embraces classic flavors, from hand-breaded tenderloins to crispy fried pickles, letting familiar ingredients shine through with subtle care.
Service at Hav-A-Bite unfolds with genuine kindness, carried by folks who treat guests like neighbors and make sure each order arrives just right. This ease creates a space where comfort is not only served on the plate but felt all around, making this little diner more than a stop—it’s a quietly cherished part of the community’s day.
What’s Available Here
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Great coffee
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Great dessert
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Serves local specialty
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Quick bite
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Small plates
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Toilet
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Casual
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Cosy
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Quiet
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Family friendly
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Groups
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Tourists
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
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| Thursday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
| Friday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
Christy 07 Jan 2026
While visiting this town we decided to check this little restaurant out and so glad we did. The food is amazing and the service was at its finest. The waitress was such a sweet heart and gave us a pen so we could do some geocaching.
christopher cullen 30 Dec 2025
Great breakfast and lunch options to go! Called it in and, it was ready when I got there!! Great food and Service. Everyone is very friendly!
Mike 25 Dec 2025
The food was really good. Fried chicken was fresh and hot as well as the tenders. Hand breaded to perfection. This is definitely worth the stop. The service was excellent here as well.
Cheryl Baker 19 Dec 2025
This is small simple diner with fantastic food! Everything is made to order. Had a great hamburger, cooked perfectly, fantastic fries, and some of the best chicken livers. Enjoyed our visit very much.
Rick Garrett, N9GSU 17 Dec 2025
This is the quintessential small town diner. You'll not find gourmet meals here, but good, solid breakfast, lunch and dinner fare. All the menus are basic, but all the food is fresh, tasty, hot and filling, and the service has always been exceptional, and you can't beat the price.
Em La 28 Nov 2025
Love this diner so much. Down home cooking you can’t get at “normal” restaurants. Our order consisted of: the metamora burger, Ben Franklin burger, fried mushrooms, French fries, tater soup, chilli, salad. It was all good. We were full when we left, but you don’t have that sicky feeling you get when you eat at fast food. The burgers were juicy, and the soups you could tell were homemade. Batter on the mushrooms- so good. Your run of the mill restaurants are a dime a dozen. Little hole in the wall restaurants like these are the gems. Loved it! Will be returning.
Curt A 11 Oct 2025
The food was good and the people were very nice and it looked very clean. This restaurant is in a location near the Whitewater Canal Trail so if you're riding a bike, you can get to by taking Columbia Street then turning left on Claiborne Street follow that all the way to Duck Creek up to US 52 and it is on the left and in a diagonal Direction on the other side of US 52. It's a great place to stop off and grab a bite to eat they mainly have sandwiches in other finger foods like fries and onion rings. Unfortunately, they don't have a bike rack out front, but there are places where you can lock your bike too if needed, and they have outdoor seating.
Amanda Vore 15 Sep 2025
I recommend the fried mushrooms they are amazing. The fish tail sandwich is pretty good, too. It's a small restaurant that is good for a quick bite. I visit often. The workers are friendly and care about people. They also run specials and have a good size menu.