185

Food and service were amazing. Our waiter was so attentive.. it was my first time there and he offered us a free sampler platter.. How sweet!! Everything is seasoned just right... ambience is inviting, friendly and very relaxing.. it's small but definitely worth the wait for a table. It's family owned and the vibe is homey. Everyone is pleasant. The entire menu is inviting. Homemade sauces along with their homemade sausage and bacon gravy is superb!!! I definitely recommend this restaurant. It's worth the drive!!! 10 stars!!!

185 is a good local food joint.I like the basic and open ambience. Wait staff is relatively quick to check on the tables. Food is good. Omelette is good. Their smash potato or whatever they call it is good. I like this place. It's unassuming and that's part of their appeal. 3 stars for providing basic good food in a good atmosphere with good wait staff. Don't steer away from 185; steer to it and enjoy a local favorite. Can't do 4 stars; three is well worth repeat patronage.

We've been here a few times and it never disappoints! Great local place that's quaint and accommodating. My favorite is either the Hangover plate or the brisket burrito, and the Wifey absolutely loves the shrimp and grits! Try a burger as well.

185 is an amazing restaurant in an adorable house. It's so cozy & inviting, and the staff was so friendly & attentive. They have a great breakfast & lunch menu. Everything we ordered was delicious! The sausage gravy also had bacon in it. I've never had that in a biscuit & gravy before, and it was so good! The smash browns were crisp & beautifully seasoned, and I loved the creole grits too. I looked around at other people's plates too, and it all looked so good! Whatever you order, you're sure to leave full & satisfied!

We got takeout from 185; Put in an order on their website and drove down to pick it up.Location (4/5): located in a residential area, it's a cute house restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating options. Parking lot is on the smaller side but it's relatively decent parking. Service (3/5): it was hard to know where to pickup the food when I walked in. There is a counter in the back by the kitchen where you pay, but there was a group of people milling around the front door, and nobody to direct us or greet us.When I finally walked up the counter, nobody even glanced my way. When someone finally glanced my way and asked me what I needed, it was with the sourest expression. Everyone has bad days, but overall I did not get the warm and fuzzies from any of the staff as I watched and waited for half an hour by the door. Ambiance (5/5): the vibe is cute, with assorted dining tables and chairs for the inside, and a cute spacious patio on the outside. It's not huge, but it isn't cramped either. Did not use the bathroom but I did notice a small hallway with that looked like a womens and mens.They have a couple of highchairs for little patrons.Food (5/5): we got the brisket breakfast burrito with jam, and it was on point. More eggs than brisket, but everything was cooked and seasoned well. French toast was great. We will definitely be back for the food alone.

The gist is that the food is good; the organization is not. We were welcomed by smiley staffers but it went downhill from there. Our ask to sit outside was turned down and stating we're happy to wait didn't help. A blunt "no" was the answer. The order took nearly 40 minutes to arrive, and the manager must have had a bad day because she was yelling at her team multiple times in front of patrons, which was very uncomfortable. Our orders of pancakes, scrambled eggs and avocado toast were fine but the atmosphere made it hard to enjoy breakfast.

I've been here many times. The food is always good, the staff is super friendly, it's clean, and always has a cozy hole in the wall feel. Wonderful place, y'all should go.

We found a cozy breakfast spot that offered indoor and outdoor dining options. We ordered a western omelet, a brisket breakfast burrito, and coffee. While the omelet was too fluffy for my liking, the filling tasted great. The smashed brown was delicious, especially with the slightly burnt bits. The breakfast brisket burrito was one of the best I've ever had. The blueberry sauce with a slight spiciness complemented the overall taste, and the cheese grits were also some of the best I've tried. The coffee was strong and hot, but they could have served better creamer option instead of just half & half. The service was wonderful and super friendly. I would definitely recommend checking this place out.

I've had 185 on my to try list for far too long and seized an opportunity that found me in Newport News...close enough! If traveling off I64 it's about 15 min drive or so to their front door. They offer parking, but not too many spaces. I'm unsure where overflow would be. The exterior is downright roadside dive feel which I adored! I noticed an outdoor patio on the side available on season. Upon entering for a weekday late last lunch I was asked to sit wherever I liked. The small dining room is more country than dive. 185 offers large tables for group dining. The kitchen is open for customer viewing which I enjoyed. I utilized the restroom which was clean with proper supplies. The Yelp app offers a check-in deal for a FREE drink. My waitress was the owner and she got menus and we discussed options. She was friendly, smiling and even singing along to overhead tunes. The atmosphere was comfortable for a solo experience. Most other tables were occupied by groups. I ordered a sweet vanilla ice coffee and water. My water was immediately placed on the table in a plastic cup. After reviewing the fabulous menu options and accompanying pics on the Yelp app menu site which is very helpful. I had been eyeballing the shrimp & grits which is a dish I love, but often it's underwhelming. When it was time to order my drink had yet to arrive. To my delight the owner was happy that I chose a favorite dish.My ice coffee arrived also in a plastic cup with lid & straw. It was super and perfectly sweet as ordered. I can't hide my disappointment that drinks are in plastic cups. So for me this is a deduction on their score without tasting a bite. My pretty white bowl of piping hot shrimp & grits hit the table within 15 minutes and looked amazing! It's picky, but there was cheese on the side of the bowl stuck to the side. The utensils were sturdy and packaged in a paper bag. The grits come with a large spoon. Let's get to the taste of the gorgeous contents of the bowl. The dish visually could have been elevated when wiped down. The top and interior side had residue. Picky I know, but presentation maters. First bite I knew it was a grand slam. The flavors popped with some heat, but did not distract from the taste. There is sauce on the table for those that want more heat. The shrimp was prepped exquisitely, I think a bit of cayenne pepper, but unsure. The grits had a unique flavor that had me smile ear to ear on every bite. It's the best shrimp & grits dish I've had in COCA and holds its own among those I've had in NOLA. It was an honor that Chef Rosario came out to check on me. We chatted a bit and I learned he came from Missouri. The business has been open four years, but he came in more recently. The original chef is still involved and smokes meats. The overall experience deserves high praise, however a 4.5 rounding down seems to fit best. I understands the challenges of small businesses, but would like to see them not use plastic cups for dine in. We are no longer in the pandemic era and they are not a fast food restaurant. For regulars they offer a loyalty program. I can't wait to return.

Good doesn't start to describe this place. The only word that comes to mind is AMAZING. I was traveling through the area and this place was suggested by a local.As a semi-pro chef, sadly i have become somewhat of food snob. Most restaurants i go to I look at the meal and think.....I could cook better than this. Not the case at 185. I ask the waitress for something unusual that I cannot get anything else. She suggested the fried chicken skin BLT biscuit. I'm like......ok?Wow. Food came quick, fresh hot and delicious. She also brought a complimentary sampler platter with smoked brisket, grits and chicken salad.Not enough stars to rate this place. Worth the drive and wait for a table.Looking forward to my next visit and culinary adventure eating through their menu.