Time To Eat Menu
Welcome to Time To Eat, a delightful haven for Southern American cuisine nestled in Theodore, Alabama. This diner embraces a casual atmosphere perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, with amenities like outdoor seating and accommodations for families and groups.
The menu boasts mouthwatering options ranging from juicy 1/2 lb. Hamburger to flavorful Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. For those craving something from the hen house, their Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast is a standout, succulent and paired with your choice of sides. Vegetarian selections are plentiful, ensuring everyone leaves satisfied.
As an added bonus, Time To Eat offers delivery and takeout services, along with the convenience of accepting cryptocurrency. Don't miss out on their fresh breakfast beverages, served daily. Whether you’re dining indoors or enjoying the outdoor vibe, this diner is truly a gem for all ages.
Southern Breakfasts
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs
A big chicken fried steak patty topped with creamy country gravy, 2 eggs any style, and biscuits or toast.
Everybody's Favorite Breakfast
Eggs any style, bacon or sausage, and biscuits or toast.
Pork Chop and Eggs
A thick center-cut chop, grilled and topped with tomato gravy. Served with 2 eggs any style, and biscuits or toast.
Biscuits and Gravy
2 fluffy and flaky biscuits smothered with your choice of creamy sausage gravy or robust tomato gravy.
Paul Bunyan Breakfast
2 eggs any style, bacon or sausage, and biscuit or toast.
Steak and Eggs
5 oz. ribeye with 2 eggs any style, and biscuit or toast.
Western Omelet
Ham, onions, and bell peppers all sauteed together and topped with mixed cheese and a bit of salsa.
Ham and Cheese Omelet
A generous portion of grilled ham and American cheese.
Philly Cheesesteak Omelet
Our home cooked shredded roast beef, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese.
Florentine Omelet
Creamed spinach, our homemade Alfredo sauce, and Swiss cheese.
Southwestern Omelet
Fried chicken tenders, bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, and mixed cheeses.
Bacon Cheeseburger Omelet with Home Fries
Ground beef, bacon, and American cheese.
Breakfast Masterful Omelets
Breakfast Low-Carb Options
Low-Carb Scramble
3 eggs scrambled with onions bell peppers, mushrooms, bacon, topped with cheddar cheese, and salsa.
Low-Carb Breakfast Plate
3 eggs any style with a generous portion of your choice of sausage or bacon.
Full Stack
4 big fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
French Toast
Made with 3 slices of thick Texas toast and our own recipe with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Oatmeal Cup
Meat, Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Your choice of bacon or sausage, egg, and American cheese on a flaky biscuit or Texas toast.
Huge Breakfast Burrito
A warm, large flour tortilla filled with sausage, scrambled eggs, home fries, and cheddar cheese. Served with a side of salsa.
Short Stack
2 big fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
Breakfast a Full Variety
Breakfast Beverages
Coffee
Sweet Tea
Unsweet Tea
2 Liter Soda
Hot Chocolate
16 oz. Soda
Juice
Milk
Fried Green Tomatoes
10 hand-breaded slices of piquant green tomatoes served with chipotle ranch dip.
Fried Dill Pickle Spears
Served with ranch dressing.
Onions Rings
Freshly cut large onions rings, breaded and fried. Served with ranch dressing.
Fried Mushrooms
Whole button mushrooms lightly battered and fried. Served with ranch dressing.
8 Piece Hot Wings
Huge wings seasoned and deep-fried. Served medium, hot, or ouch!
Fried Mozzarella
Breaded Italian style, served with our homemade ranch dressing.
Appetizers
Soups, Salads and Such
Homemade Chili
3 Sides Vegetable Plate
4 Sides Vegetable Plate
Stuffed Baked Potato
Broccoli, butter, cheese, sour cream, and bacon.
Taco Salad
Salad greens, tomatoes, black olives, and cheese, served with salsa and sour cream.
Soft Taco Plate
3 soft flour tortillas stuffed with your choice of protein, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, and salsa.
Chef Salad
Salad greens, bell pepper, ham, turkey, eggs, black olives, cheese, and tomatoes.
Chicken Salad
Your choice of fried or grilled chicken breast, salad greens, grilled mushrooms, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, eggs, and pineapples.
All You Can Eat Fried Catfish Lunch
Chicken Poblano Penne Lunch
A grilled marinated chicken breast lovingly laid upon a bed of penne al dente then ladled liberally with a light fresh cream sauce. Served with your choice of 1 side.
Blackened Red Snapper Lunch
A hefty 10 oz. portion blackened and served with your choice of side, bread, and grilled veggies.
Chicken Cheddar Melt Lunch
Green beans topped with grilled marinated chicken breast, sauteed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese. Served with your choice of a side and drink.
Pattymelt o' Perfection Lunch
A 1/2 lb. of lean seasoned ground beef, grilled medium well. Topped with sweet grilled onions and 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Served on thick, grilled Jewish rye bread. Served with your choice of a side and drink.
Prime Rib Pub Sub Lunch
Thin slices of flavorful prime rib seared on the grill, topped with sauteed fresh mushrooms, creamy horseradish, and Swiss cheese. Served on a toasted sub roll. Served with a side and drink of your choice.
Seafood Platter Lunch
A generous fried catfish filet, 1/2 dozen each of fried oysters and jumbo fried shrimp (locally sourced from Bayou la Batre), and a crawfish pot pie. Served with hushpuppies and choice of two sides: fries, slaw, baked beans, grits.
Taco Bake a la Ann Lunch
Casserole with penne noodles, ground beef simmered in mushrooms and taco seasonings, and cheddar cheese sauce, Topped with crunched Doritos. Served with a side and drink of your choice.
Daily Lunch Specials
Specialty Burgers
1 o' Clock Burger
A heap of mushrooms grilled in garlic butter and topped with Swiss cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
2 o' Clock Burger
Mounded with homemade chili and cheddar cheese. Garnished with lettuce, tomato, and onion.
3 o' Clock Burger
Plenty of American, Swiss, and cheddar cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
4 o' Clock Burger
Barbecue sauce, grilled onions, and cheddar cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, and tomato.
5 o' Clock Burger
2 whole strips of bacon and American cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
6 o' Clock Burger
Seasoned liberally with Cajun spices, topped with American cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
7 o' Clock Burger
Topped with bacon, pepper jack cheese, grilled onions and jalapenos. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato.
8 o' Clock Burger
Seasoned with fajita spices and topped with grilled onions, bell peppers, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack. Served with a side of salsa and garnished with lettuce and tomato.
9 o' Clock Burger
Pineapple, grilled onions, bacon, and Swiss cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, and tomato.
10 o' Clock Burger
American cheese, bacon, over-hard fried egg. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
11 o' Clock Burger
2 bacon strips, smoked Gouda cheese, and Bourbon sauce.
12 o' Clock Burger
2 bacon strips, cheddar cheese, baked beans, onions rings, and ranch dressing. Garnished with lettuce and tomato.
Shi Burger
Grilled onions, jalapenos, bacon, and Swiss cheese. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, tomato.
Covered Shi Burger
Grilled onions, mushrooms, jalapenos, bacon, and Swiss cheese. All topped with chili and garnished with mayo, lettuce, and tomato.
1/2 lb. Hamburger
Ground chuck patty, seasoned and grilled to your specifications. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, pickles, and onions.
1/2 lb. Cheeseburger
Ground chuck patty and American cheese, seasoned and grilled to your specifications. Garnished with mayo, lettuce, pickles, and onions.
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Bell peppers, onion, and shredded roast beef seasoned and grilled. Served on a toasted hoagie with Swiss cheese.
Open Faced Roast Beef Sandwich
Hot tender roast beef piled over 2 thick slices of Texas toast and smothered with brown gravy.
Triple-Decker Triple-Meat Club
Classic club with lettuce, tomatoes, American cheese, bacon, ham, turkey, roast beef, and mayo all on 3 thick slices of Texas toast.
Catfish Sandwich
A generous fried imported catfish fillet served on a toasted hoagie roll with tartar sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Exceptionally delicious marinated and grilled chicken breast served on a toasted hoagie roll, garnished with lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
French Dip Sandwich
Lots of hot tender roast beef on a warm French roll. Served with grilled onions and au jus.
Hot Ham and Swiss Sandwich
Ham seared on the grill, piled high, and topped with melted Swiss cheese. Served on a warm hoagie roll.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Lots of melted cheese between 2 thick slices of Texas toast garnished with pickles.
BLT Sandwich
The classic - no more to say!
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Served on wheat toast with lettuce and tomatoes.
Blackened Chipotle Chicken Sandwich
Blackened marinated chicken breast topped with cheddar cheese, grilled onions, and bacon. Served on a toasted kaiser roll garnished with chipotle ranch sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Sandwiches
Southern Favorites
10 oz. Hamburger Steak
Choice cut hamburger steak seasoned and cooked to your specifications. Topped with grilled onions and gravy. Served with your choice of 2 sides.
The Big Boffa Hamburger Steak
2 choice cut hamburger steak patties seasoned and cooked to your specifications. Topped with grilled onions and gravy. Served with double mashed potatoes and your choice of side.
8 oz. Chicken Fried Steak
Tenderized chopped steak, lightly breaded and fried. Topped with creamy country gravy and served with your choice of 2 sides.
Beef Tips
Pieces of choice cut sirloin simmered with onions, a hint of sherry, mushrooms, and gravy. Served over rice with your choice of 2 sides.
1/2 lb. Liver and Onions
Thinly sliced beef liver smothered in onions and gravy. Served with your choice of 2 sides.
Red Beans and Conecuh Sausage
Tender smoked Conecuh sausage served with slow-cooked red beans over rice and your choice of 2 sides.
10 Piece Jumbo Fried Shrimp
Plump shrimp breaded and lightly fried. Served with cocktail sauce and your choice of 2 sides.
10 Piece Jumbo Fried Oysters
Plump oysters breaded and lightly fried. Served with cocktail sauce and your choice of 2 sides.
Fried Catfish
Fried imported catfish served with tartar sauce and your choice of 2 sides.
2 Pieces Grilled Pork Chops
Center-cut chops grilled to perfection. Topped with tomato gravy and served with your choice of 2 sides.
1/2 lb. Roast Beef
Supremely seasoned and slow-cooked a full 12 hours. Served with your choice of 2 sides.
Seafood Combo - catfish & shrimp
6 fried shrimp and 1 catfish fillet served with your choice of 2 sides.
Crawfish Pot Pie
A creamy touffe style sauce with crawfish in a flaky crust. Served with mashed potatoes and your choice of 1 side.
Seafood Combo - catfish & oysters
6 fried oysters and 1 catfish fillet served with your choice of 2 sides.
Seafood Combo - shrimp & oysters
6 fried oysters and 6 jumbo fried shrimp served with your choice of 2 sides.
Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast
Boneless chicken breast grilled and served with your choice of 2 sides. Add grilled mushrooms and onions for an additional charge.
Carlotta's Chicken Fajitas
Chicken breast, bell peppers, and onions. Grilled with Mexican spices and served with hot tortillas, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and salsa. Add grilled mushrooms and onions for an additional charge.
1/2 lb. Chicken Finger Basket
Breaded and fried chicken breast tenders served over a basket of fries with a side of country gravy.
From the Hen House
Steaks
10 oz. Ribeye
A tender, flavorful cut liberally seasoned and grilled perfectly to your specifications.
16 oz. T-Bone
Delicious steak grilled how you like it.
Spaghetti with Italian Sausage
Rod's Classic Alfredo
Smooth, creamy, and garnished with a few diced tomatoes.
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Smooth, creamy, and garnished with a few diced tomatoes.
Blackened Chicken Alfredo
Smooth, creamy, and garnished with a few diced tomatoes.
Grilled Shrimp Alfredo
Smooth, creamy, and garnished with a few diced tomatoes.
A Touch of Italy
Smaller Portions
Small Spaghetti with Italian Sausage
Small Hamburger with French Fries
Small Beef Tips
Served over rice.
Small Chicken Finger Basket
Served with french fries.
Small 1 Piece Fried Catfish Fillet
Served with french fries.
Small Shrimp Basket
Served with french fries.
Small Corndog and Fries Basket
Turnip Greens
Corn
Coleslaw
French Fries
Grilled Mixed Veggies
Tossed Green Salad
Macaroni and Cheese Nuggets
Baked Beans
Skin on Mashed Potatoes
Baked Potato
Potato Salad
Fried Okra
Field Peas
Sliced Tomatoes
Kentucky Green Beans
Carrots
Rice and Gravy
Steamed Broccoli
Creamed Spinach
Lima Beans
Garlic Toast
Sweet Potato Fries
Lay's Original Potato Chips
Onion Rings
Sides
Desserts
Peanut Butter Pie
All homemade from the secret recipe of Aunt Louise and the magic touch of Debbie's Kitchen.
Paradise Pie
All homemade from the secret recipe of Aunt Louise and the magic touch of Debbie's Kitchen.
Pecan Pie
All homemade from the secret recipe of Aunt Louise and the magic touch of Debbie's Kitchen.
Chocolate Cloud Pie
All homemade from the secret recipe of Aunt Louise and the magic touch of Debbie's Kitchen.
Ice Cream
Your choice of flavor.