Very bad experience, bald evening server has horrible attitude and bad food as well, no refills on drinks, 30 mins to return our cards

Yelp reviews were intriguing so we decided to give it a whirl... Dinner started out with a bread plate for each of us consisting of a corn muffin & 2 garlic butter biscuits. Corn muffin is your typical sweet cornbread, but the garlic biscuits were so fantastic that we started to get pretty excited! (Think red lobster's cheddar garlic biscuits minus the cheese but you don't really miss it...) The menu is HUGE it seemingly has everything you could possibly want! (Keep reading) Starting with apps, after seeing there are 3 different types of potato skins including Italian that we were so curious about but decided to stick with the original. These came out giant with a super thick potato topped with what seemed like 2 strips of bacon per skin and some melted cheap cheddar. They were finished off with parsley rather than green onion and tubes of sour cream rather than a dish... These were good, but I'm sort of a potato skin snob so I'm judgy For entrees I decided to go with pot roast since I was starting to feel the "Granny's kitchen" thing going on and my husband went with meatloaf.. We were excited about the sides choices, each picked our 2 to share. Here's the run down : Mac & cheese - cheap standard you would give your toddler who doesn't have tastebuds Asparagus - listed as "fresh" on menu, came out with no flavor like they were boiled, took one bite and didn't touch the rest Hush Puppies - typical probably frozen from Sysco Potato Salad - good! But plain mustard based lacking any real flavor that would have come from the addition of fresh cut veggies Meatloaf - decent, but has a sweet after taste that was strange Pot roast - good gravy but disappointingly dry and tough in parts Our waitress was super sweet, and informed us at he end of our meal that dessert was included (I had heard another waitress tell others that too?) not sure what was up with that but we went with the peach cobbler and peanut butter cobbler.. both were super sweet and after 2 bites we decided they weren't worth the calories... Overall it was a neat little local place hidden in an airport that was fun... based on the little biscuits we'd probably give breakfast a try and try to watch some planes take off during the day! Maybe would consider lunch for a cheap sandwich? But not worth the $40+ we paid... Maybe they should simplify their menus and they could focus on perfection instead of trying to make everything possible under the sun! read more

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Great local hangout on the airport hanger. The Atmosphere is amazing. The food is pretty good. I do wish it was open later. But for breakfast and lunch... go there. read more

Hands down...the best...Turkey Club Sandwich I have ever had. Extra mayo made it even better. The ladies there are the best. The service is great. It was packed for lunch. Can't wait to come back. 38 years was too long. read more

I've been going to CJ Cannons with my parents for a lot of years and love it. The owners know my parents and are always friendly and warm. Service is great every time. I try to get the Prime Rib every time I go because it's amazing! The food is definitely quality and made fresh and hot. Lots to choose from everything from steaks, fish and chicken to salads and kids meals. They have an event room you can rent. A nice view of the airport and lots of pictures on the walls of celebrities who have flown in and eaten there such as John Travolta and John F. Kennedy, JR. My mom even saw him eating there once! Great Vero Beach staple. read more

Our favorite place in Vero for breakfast, any breakfast entree is top notch! Friendly wait staff too! Lunch menu is good, though dinner wasn't up to par. Its a fun place, one of Vero's special places, if you haven't been there you must give it a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

C J Cannon's is the perfect place for a meal if your grandparents live in Vero or if you love watching small personal aircraft takeoff and land. We love to brunch here with my girl's dad. Great diner food in a nostalgic spot with wooden walls adorned with aviation paraphernalia, news clippings and seasonal decorations. We always get crabs egg Benedict and aren't disappointed considering you'd pay $10 more at most brunch spots we frequent. The restaurant faces the Vero Beach airport and so depending on what time you visit you can view planes coming and going while you dine. Most people dining here have probably never heard of Yelp and that's just fine with me. Friendly down home Americana service and great value to remind you of the good ol' days you've maybe only heard about. Not the place to take someone to impress, but it's the perfect place to take an old friend or someone older than you. Full bar with a few local brews, and a decent selection of beer and spirits reasonably priced. This is not the kind of place you go out of your way to find, but it's a great option if you're in the area and won't break the bank. read more

I'd give it zero stars if I could. This is my first and most likely only review. I was in the area and wanted to try something new. The atmosphere was different and unique as you could see planes taking off from your seat. I ordered meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and Mac and cheese. Not a single thing even looked edible nor tasted a little bit good. I would compare it to a tv dinner but that would be a disgrace to the tv dinners. The other person had wings and the fried tomatoes both of which were soggy beyond belief. The waitress asked if I wanted to see the menu again - absolutely not. She then brought the... manager? Owner? No idea but she was an old lady and had an unprofessional attitude from the start. This place has bland soggy nasty food and she was asking completely unbelievable even though I was being kind and respectful. Even yelled at me to not come back, which I would never attempt again. read more

I love going here for brunch with my dad. The airplanes arriving and departing soothe my ADHD mind. The Eggs Benedict is good, but the hollandaise seems like it's out of a can. The staff is fast and attentive. My coffee never got empty, and food arrived fast. Get a big chuckle watching the peeps fly in for a meal, then hop back in their birds with nary a thought to a pre-flight check; they'll be lucky if they don't become statistics. read more

We happened upon the restaurant by accident and what a find! We had a delicious dinner with exceptional service. Beware the nachos are huge! We had a variety of wonderful dishes...teriyaki chicken, grilled chicken parmigiana, homestyle meatloaf, and the bistro salad with a very tender sirloin steak on top. Our service was excellent...everyone was friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back again! read more

Love going here! Has been a favorite of mine since moving to Vero in 1987... I go whenever I'm in town having breakfast with friends. Warm, friendly, great atmosphere. read more

Boyfriend and I went with a large group of people we had shrimp cocktail and an appetizer platter. Boyfriend had a seven and seven drink I had a glass of wine. We had the luck to be served by a wonderful young girl from California named Serena. She gave us great service and we will be back for sure. read more

Pleasantly surprised. Food was prepared exactly as I ordered. Probably one of the best "basic" breakfasts I've had in a long time. The place was clean and everyone was friendly. They have quite an extensive breakfast menu, but I had two eggs over mediulm, crisp bacon, half a waffle and added crisp hash browns. All came out fresh and prepared as ordered and tasted exactly how you remember your favorites. An older crowd for sure, but I'd go again in a heartbeat. Im staying at a 4 star resort, but this breakfast was as good/better than the two I had there. read more

C.J. Cannon's - American Near Me - Vero Beach, Florida

Great food with great prices. The only reason I give our 4 stars is because it's loud when busy and it's always busy because the food is delicious and priced right read more

This place is amazing! The food, the service, everything was spot on. We flew from Sanford, as this restaurant is located at the airport. I couldn't have asked for a better experience read more

Great food, awesome view, excellent service C.J Cannons pride themselves on being a extremely clean restaurant and plate presentation is always picture perfect. read more

After a 1 hour wait we finally got our table. Thought this place must be great. Not. Food was average at best. Waiter served a plate to my wife that was scalding hot. Just gave it to her and she burned her hand. Not even an apology. Asked for corned beef with my pancakes and they forgot but still tried to charge me. Again no apology. Just not worth it, trust me. Go to first watch excellent. read more

Second time here for dinner and the food was just as good as the first time.This place was packed on A Saturday night. Prime rib was perfect and the portion was ample. Teriyaki chicken was delicious with 2 huge thick chicken breasts. Both served with 2 sides from a list of about 10 choices. Our server was very attentive. My only compliant is with the extremely small table we were directed to sit. It was against the wall and and in the path of the servers' passageway. read more

I wish I can give this place a ZERO never in my life have I ever been to a place and got hair in my food , well this place got grand champion for that noble prize , on top of that I told them to make my girlfriends plate again she ordered French toast with the hair in it and I bit one of the pieces of banana to make sure they didn't bring me the same plate I was surprised when they came back with the same plate they just added new whipped cream at this point I was mad asked for the manager twice once from our waitress and again with another waitress ,NO manager came they still charged us maximum price for our food by the way she had ordered 8 plater they gave us 6 and still charged us for it the lady at the cash register was no help her attitude out of this world like it was my fault I got hair in their establishment no manger ever came out if I had been white I bet you manager would have been out there take a look at this picture read more

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Five generations of my family have been dining here starting well before John Kennedy Jr. took flight training at the airfield. Classic breakfasts surrounded by the history of general aviation in South Florida. Well-stocked bar and friendly people. You might see someone worth noting while here considering this airfield is where private general aviation flies into the Vero area. A note to all you "Yelpers"-- go pound sand. I'm tired of the self-appointed critics who use Yelp as a weapon to get refunds or who hide behind their anonymous user names. The people serving you are your neighbors, children, and family. Be nice. If you're not happy, talk to management. read more

My wife and I just had dinner here this evening and it was truly outstanding. I had shop sirloin she had a crabcake. Service was outstanding. You cannot get better value for your money and such good food anywhere near here. When you come enjoy your meal read more

I was visiting the area and met a local friend here for breakfast. I had pancakes and they were great. The staff was very friendly. It seems like a very popular spot for snowbirds. read more

Yummy comfort food. Reminds me of a "dive" type place. Had to ask for napkins and only got 1 at a time ? Weird since one of the main dishes is messy BBQ. May go again for view. May be just a lunch spot for us and not dinner. We didn't have drinks from bar or desert, just lunch. read more

Always good food exceptional wait staff and in general just a fabulous place to go. Also they allow dogs and are very kind and attentive to their customers. read more

Overlooking the runway of Vero Beach airport, this "Don't Miss It" is pretty well-hidden. From the moment you enter this understated eatery, you feel at home. Pat, the owner & Betty, her "co-pilot" are the very definition of down home southern charm! We visit CJ's often when in Vero as its a fav of my parents ( full-time Vero residents). So far I've had the veal Oscar (3 x's) and the, tilapia with shrimp & crabmeat stuffing, and hubby usually gets the steak crab-cake combo. Every dish is delish! And each one comes with a choice of 2 sides. The exte naive menu truly has something for everyone - assorted fish dishes to several cuts ( and sizes) of steak. Burgers, sandwiches, ribs, pork chops, meatloaf and excellent homemade pot roast. In lieu of bread, they serve homemade corn muffins & garlic, cheddar biscuits which are to die for! And, for all those who like their cocktails.....most drinks are 2 for 1 - can't beat that! And, you can end your meal with the included deserts of peach cobbler, peanut butter mousse, tapioca & puddings; or, choose one of the other yummiest a la carte ( mom's fav....strawberry shortcake) CJ's is a casual homey restaurant that I guarantee you will love!!! read more

C J Cannon's Restaurant and Lounge, Vero Beach FL Flew into the Vero beach airport to have breakfast at C J Cannon's on Friday, July 10th, 2015. It was a great breakfast date. The restaurant is located inside the Vero Beach Airport. The restaurant was nothing to write home about; it feels like an old golf club. The place look old. The service was fine. The food was fine, the price high. Would we go back? Not really, the place is like a Denny's. Nothing impressive. read more

I ate dinner at C.J. Cannon's Restaurant & Lounge in Vero Beach, FL on 4/22/2015. It was my 1st time there. Both Ed and Louise of Historic Dodgertown recommended it to me. It is located right across from Historic Dodgertown at the Vero Beach Airport. I had their past with chile cheese for under $8.00. I loved the decor of the place and Lewis, my server, did a great job. Plus, I took photos. read more

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We were here last Sunday loved the food and friendly service. Loved it so much we are returning today again. Went back again today. Beautiful gorgeous day and delicious Vero Beach Omelet and 1 pecan pancake with home fries. My hubby had two eggs poached with home fries with rye toast. All nicely cooked and delicious. 6 stars read more

I like this restaurant a lot until I found out the are add-ons 3% to the bill for using a debit/credit card. No one else is charging this greedy fee. I will never go there again. There is no reason to pay an extra $3 on a $100. Food and beverage bill. I refuse to carry cash, Vero Beach isn't the safest community lately. People need to know. Yes, it is posted at the cash register but not at eye level. Most will miss this small sign. read more

Great meal recommend the meatloaf & pot roast, service was excellent at the bar with Marybeth!

My father worked at piper for a while we always came to breakfast here. The food is awesome!! It's a great bargain, $6 eggs biscuit and home fries OR hash browns. My dad loves their grits and sister is a huge fan of the corn beef hash. Servers are wry nice and vey attentive, over just a great experience. Haven't experienced dinner or lunch but have been told all meals are awesome here! read more

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Food was decent and portions were fine. Good deals on drinks - two drinks for price of one. Service was really really bad though. Staff interrupted our dinner constantly. No waiting for breaks in conversations at this place. It was really excessive otherwise I wouldn't even mind. It was kind of absurd. Right in the middle of jokes and stories the server would interrupt. It was a once a year gathering of family. The staff were pretty scarce and blunt with hospitality. No shortage of food but a drought of hospitality. We weren't there long but we were rushed out quick. The staff were circling around like vultures ready to take our plates. I was asked if I was finished while I had food in my hand and a quarter of my entree left. The setting was really cool - it's right at the Vero Beach Airport and you can see small jets taking off as you dine. It could have been really nice given the setting but it wound up being the biggest dud in our four day mini Christmas vacation. read more

Consistently good food and service. Fast and friendly. The location is great. Watching airplanes take off and land while eating.

We have been here several times for lunch and dinner, kind of our go-to place when we are too tired to make dinner. Large menu, but I have my favorites - tuna melt, chicken parm sub, Cobb salad. My husband is an aviation guy, so we love sitting at the window to watch the air traffic. Off topic...but the windows are always clean! Service is always good, the food is fresh, appropriate prices. They do seem to cater to the older clientele, often we hear someone asking what the pudding options are. No matter, we'll keep going even though we are always the youngest ones there (35 and 38). read more

Great breakfast! The menu is extensive with many delicious items to choose from. Our table had French toast, eggs Benedict, oatmeal, breakfast egg burrito, an order of eggs, homefries, bacon and toast. Everyone loved their selection and the service is great. Coffee refills always available and just overall great place for breakfast ( and lunch and dinner)! There was some plane activity on the runway and that adds to the enjoyment of visiting a great place for a meal. read more

I would give 5 stars for the service because our server was excellent. However the food was seriously disappointing. We had the prime rib and it was covered with au jus, instead of having the au jus on the side and not very tasty, plus the prime rib was ice cold. At the hefty price for prime rib, I expected better. The horseradish was runny and not thick. Another server or maybe it was the manager- she did not identify herself - offered to compensate us but at that point we wanted to finidh and leave. The chicken noodle soup was excellent. The biscuits and corn bread were good, and the potato was fine. But the main dish was seriously disappointing. The view of the runway was fine however it just didn't make up for the lackluster prime rib. It was a flat piece of beef that looked like it had been run over by an airplane. However the service and the people were nice. Next time we'll go somewhere else. read more

Food is pricey but consistent, never a long wait, and the 40s airport diner feel is somewhat of a rare commodity nowadays. The experience makes the food well worth the money, with views of the ramp, taxiway, and runway. This is a well preserved treasure of Vero beach, don't leave town until you've tried this place. Also a phenomenal place to fly in and enjoy your hundred dollar burger if you're a recreational pilot. read more

We had a nice breakfast here recently - everything was perfect except towards the end the waitress brought the wrong change - seemed to round up the amount to the nearest dollar. I didn't notice until we had left and my girlfriend mentioned it (she paid for it). read more

We had a meeting in the area and Googled this place. The web stated that the sold pofferjes and this was the primary reason for going here. Needless to say they did not sell them but we landed up eating here anyway. My wife had the pancake and banana crepe and I had the Havarti cheese and avocado sandwich. Both meals were enjoyable but fared as average. Nice setting watching the planes take off in the distance as the location is on the airport. Very good service. read more

My son is in love with airplanes so this was a great place for him to watch them and mommy and daddy to eat. That's about it. The whole place looks like someone's living room. They had FOX news on both TVs which is a big no-no in my book. The service was quick. I ordered chili cheese fries and chose to add onions. No onions were added so the server brought me a big bowl of raw onions. Not quite what I meant but it was fine. Nothin special but I'm glad we tried it. read more