I have been ordering breakfast from Grinders for years. However, today I was hungry for something different and Grinders always meets my craving expectations. Except this time, I ordered the "Create your own Burger" Guys, I did the the 8 ounce and let me tell you....this is the best burger I have had in a very long time!!! Better than any fast food and will compete with the higher end restaurants for sure!!! This burger was so good, I may have to order this for dinner again tonight. It came by way of Uber eats so I can only imagine what it would taste like hot off the grill with some fries!! Thanks Grinders for hiding this magical burger from the world!!!! read more

This was our first time coming here and we really wanted to try out a diner. We walked in and this place was absolutely packed. We waited outside about 5 minutes and we were called. I was surprised how fast we got seated. Every table was full and we got placed in the corner to the right. The diner didn't have enough menus so the table next to us passed their menus to us. I ordered a lot of random food since I was in a hungry mood. Everything came out great our waitress was amazing. We should have known it would have been packed on a Sunday afternoon but we got seated and food in a good time. I will be coming back. read more

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Wow oh wow! This place is a hidden gem. The service was outstanding. I went on a Thursday morning, around 11am, to order a meal to go after a work meeting. I sat at the bar and 4 people greeted me and told me to let them know when I was ready to order. The place was pretty busy which surprised me for mid day on a work day-- definitely says something about the food and service. The ambiance was sweet and southern; not much more you could ask for. I ordered a patty melt and an omelette with Swiss, bell peppers, onion, and sausage with a side of home fries on the grill with onions for the beau. That might be the best damn patty melt I've ever had. The beau said it was the best omelette he's had in his entire life. And don't get me started on the home fries and biscuit. Oh lawd. Safe to say this will be in our monthly rotation of restaurants! Simply delicious!! read more

Yummy, juicy hamburger and hot seasoned fries. Excellent service also. Will come there again for lunch.

Always the best! We drive out of our way to go to Grinders. The service and food are always great! Fast and friendly staff!

Grinders is the real deal if your wanting a hardy Diner breakfast or lunch. It ain't fancy but the food is delicious and servings are huge. I'm a breakfast fan, and grinders is my go to for thick flavorful sausage gravy and biscuits! They also have a large menu, lots of great choices from big fluffy pancakes to a great eggs Benedict with a fantastic hollandaise sauce. Lunches are also great big burgers, open face turkey or roast beef with gravy are available daily, as well as a daily meat and three! So basically this little (clean) hole in the wall Diner is serving up great food that's high on the hog! read more

I first came here when I was in high school back in 97 for breakfast. It was good then it's still good now. No fuss straight to the point home cooked comfort food. They serve breakfast and lunch. I really wanted to get the fried livers but opted for biscuits and gravy and side of pancakes. Saving the fried livers for when my best friend is in town. Sit anywhere you like when you walk in. They are hustling and busy back there I love that. Our server was very nice and quick. We will be back again! Thank you! read more

Tried them again today 10/10 Food absolutely disgusting. Turkey bacon is so nasty. Can't even chew it let along swallow it grilled potatoes raw. Come on now First time waffles were nasty, home fries nasty. This place is not for me. Waste of money today. read more

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Grinders is a great place to go for breakfast. It seems like everyone in Jacksonville knew that this morning. They have be around for about 25 years. Stopped in for breakfast to go but it would have taken 25 minutes for my order. If I had the time I would have waited. It is definitely worth the wait. Everything I've tried is great. My favorite is the ham and cheese omelette with comes with has browns and toast. I always add bacon to mine as well. It is very well supported by the community. The wait staff are always pleasant even though they are slammed. Parking is always good as the lot is big. Try them out you will not be disappointed. It is not a fancy place but it is not a hole in the wall either. Nice sized establishment. Well every penny and is competitively priced. read more

Great little diner we doing while visiting Jacksonville. The eggs were cooked to perfection, but the grits were awful. I think they were cooked with no salt, and I couldn't add enough salt to get any flavor. My mom had a breakfast sandwich, which she said was great. If I ever find myself in Jacksonville again, I would stop by again if in the area. read more

Old school diner. Great service & food. Win Win! Definitely worth the stop if you're hungry for a big breakfast.

I went here about 2 weeks ago , the service was amazing and the food was delicious, I would definitely go there again in the future.

This is the definition of an American diner. Down to earth staff and a place to grab coffee and talk about life. They do simple well, this is a Jacksonville staple! read more

I usually don't do this sort of thing but this is easily the worst experience I have ever had at a restaurant. My friend and I were eating and found some hair in our food, so respectfully we let the server know and we're not looking to get a discount or anything along those lines. Our server was the most helpful, unfortunately I can't remember her name and I let her know that I am very sorry she has to work for someone who doesn't know how to treat their employees or customers. Most of the other servers wouldn't believe us about the hair so we took pictures of it Incase they tried to get rid of the evidence like the first couple pieces of hair we found, because yes there was at least 7-9 pieces in total. I was given the owners number to address my concerns and I was told to "fuck off and never come back". Most disgusting behavior I have ever encountered. read more

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Grinders American Diner on Atlantic Blvd is a nice restaurant. The food was good and the service friendly. This will be in my breakfast rotation as the food was tasty and ambiance lovely. The pork chops on the Monday special is a hit. The scrambler was a huge pleasant surprise. They are keeping the spark in the Regency Area. read more

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Packed full of regulars on Sunday morning around 8:40am! I am a firm believer that Sundays- if you want breakfast out, you need to get to the restaurant before 9am- or you fight the church crowds. This place was still packed! They have 2 front doors and upon entering it took a minute for a server to let us know to find out own seat- so we did. One empty and clean table in the place was vacant- I am really excited now! I stumbled onto this establishment while scrolling through recent reviews- a breakfast diner not too far from home that I hadn't tried! Shocker! Grinders (according to parents) has been there forever. The menu featured standard fare for breakfast omelets, breakfast platters, pancakes, sandwiches- the norm. Exactly what I appreciate! I ordered the Southern breakfast, eggs, homefries, bacon and biscuits and gravy. I promptly split the biscuit, threw the eggs on top and drowned the whole thing in gravy! YEEESSSS! The biscuit was flaky and buttery goodness, gravy perfect and the eggs cooked perfect too! Hubby and I were discussing breakfast elsewhere and they had slightly over cooked the eggs. NOT HERE! Hubby ordered the ham and eggs- the Virginia style salted ham- one of the few things he loves super salty. (Pssst- he didn't order corned beef hash! shocker). His eggs were also cooked to perfection and we both loved the fried homefries. I love breakfast- and I finished my breakfast and was happily waddling out of the restaurant! The prices are a little less than most other diners- which was a pleasant surprise. Service was fast and efficient! I look forward to coming back! If you are wondering why no pictures... well- mom called just as they dropped the plates on the table and by the time I got her off the phone- I dug in without a thought of a Yelp picture!!! Oh well- I will be back! read more

this is a typical diner with typical diner food. Yeah it's always been a favorite of ours. My sister likes the pork chops and eggs and I always get the chicken fried steak and eggs. If you get grits, make sure you ask him not to serve it, lumpy which they do, I don't Kasian and their home fries are good and I prefer mine extra crispy. read more

Love this place, food and staff are great.. My problem is trying to go in the place during the week and weekend.. Some people set up in parking spaces selling foods and parking motorcycle on sidewalk I am handicap and cannot get by with cords across the the walkway, the people standing around, not moving for me to get by, And our course the motorcycle blocking the sidewalk... I have left multiple message for the shipping center with no help... Any ideas? Would love to continue to patronize you but cannot risk my health.. Retired couple of jax read more

Grinder's American Diner - ???? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I did not enjoy this restaurant. The food was bland, it's too small and the workers are all throughout the kitchen touching their hair, faces and the food! I was disgusted. I'll never return. read more

Really neat place to eat!! So good. What a lovely place. I mean it almost feels like it could be a set diner, like on a TV show. You are recognized asa you enter. And it's bustling. Really great service. Really great food. Great atmosphere. Fast service. Definitely looks promising as a favorite. read more

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We came here for Sunday brunch. They were very busy. Unfortunately you have to grab a table as it comes available and there I organized way they seat you. This is a small hole in the wall staple. Needless to say a greasy spoon. We got a table pretty quick and even service quickly. Our waitress wasn't extremely nice, but she was busy. We all ordered breakfast except for my daughter. The food took longer than expected even being busy, but with that being said, when we did get it, everything was cooked to order perfection!! The eggs were cooked exactly how we all ordered them. All the correct meat choices and grits were perform consistency. The biscuits were fresh, fluffy and quite delicious. My daughter had a grilled cheese and fries. The bread was toasted and crinkle fries were very good. This little place is a gem and much loved in the local community. read more

Grinder's American Diner - Breakfast and lunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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A recommended breakfast or lunch place on any day of the week. Large menu of some of the best tasting food around. Been going there for years and never disappointed. The wait staff is always attentive and pleasant. Just ask if you don't see what you want on the menu and they will fix you up as best they can. read more

Food was so dated to the 70s I ordered a cheeseburger omelette... it had a thin plain 1 egg omelette totally overcooked on top of two little dry burgers with a half slice of American cheese on top... I asked for mushrooms it had on top of omelette 6 dried out on top they were black with dry potatoes and toast that looked like bagel bites... the service was good.. the ambiance was like if you enjoy a bunch of hick regulars with trump hats this is the place for you read more

I give this 5 star based on "what it is". WHAT IT IS - good down home southern comfort food. No frills, just plain good. When you just want to food and don't feel like cooking. Very fast and friendly service read more

Greasy goodness. The locally roasted coffee is superb! I had a build your own omelette with mushrooms, onions, and spinach. Homefries, meh. A little underdone. Omelette! The mushrooms were canned so I wouldn't recommend doling out the 75 cents for it. Cheese, awesome, lots of it and very melty! Spinach- fresh, as was the onion. The biscuit was dry, and definitely couldn't hold a candle to other ones I've had nearby. My husband had a ham and cheese omelette. His homefries were just as meh as mine, he described them as 'squishy, bland, aftertaste of not good'. His omelette was pretty good, and had some suprise bacon in it. Toast was buttery and good, just a little small. But whoa, that coffee. Our waitress gave us some to go when asked. She was super sweet and non pushy the whole time, talkative and attentive. We'll be back. read more

Grinder's American Diner - Built my own omelette, spinach, mozzarella, mushrooms, and onion. Biscuit and homefries for side choices. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I ordered a burger on Texas Toast. Toast was burned but they corrected it immediately. Came back out just right and was one of the best burgers I have ever had, it was cooked pink in middle like I asked and was fantastic. Wife ordered breakfast, chicken fried chicken and eggs. The egg whites were over cooked as well, brown and crunchy but she cut most of that away. She said hers tasted great as well. Server was nice and polite. A bit hard to get her attention but they were very busy so we understand that. Overall good experience and we will be back. read more

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Great place to eat. Friendly staff and food is brought out promptly. They are a great place for breakfast.

The first time I visited, I wasn't that impressed. After my 3rd visit, though, I finally get it. I ordered an omelette with bacon and cheddar. It was packed since it was breakfast time on a Sunday morning, so it took a while for our food to arrive. It was well worth the wait. That was the best omelette I've ever had, packed with bacon and cheddar and made with real eggs. It was better than I could have possibly expected. My brother had some corned-beef hash, which he wasn't too pleased with, but my meal was perfect. I even discovered Smuckers Apple Cinnamon jelly, which I had never seen before. Great stuff! read more

Now I know where all the locals go for breakfast. This place was packed and it's only Thursday. I loved this cozy little diner. The prices are great and the service couldn't be better. The entire staff were very friendly and instantly make you feel welcome. When you walk in you seat yourself. There are a few booths, tables and counter seating that overlooks the open kitchen. Very old school Florida. I ordered a cup of coffee and the Same Old Grind breakfast. With a price tag of $5.89 it's a tremendous value. Two eggs, 3 pieces of bacon, choice of home fries or grits and fresh biscuit or toast. The eggs were very fresh and cooked to my liking. The bacon was crispy and not too greasy. The home fries were cooked on the stove top and had great flavor. The home made biscuit was one of the best I've ever had. Great quality and quantity for the money. If it's your first time dining here check in with Yelp and get 20% off you bill. The total damage after discount was $9 including tip. Not too shabby. Lol This is my first visit at Grinders and I'll be sure to visit again the next time I happen to be in the area. Thumbs up! read more

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This diner is always busy and we've actually had to find somewhere else to eat twice (on a Sunday morning) because they were so full we couldn't even get in the door. I'm not saying this is a bad thing because obviously it is a very popular local diner. The inside is exactly what you would expect of an American diner. It's full of tables and has a long bar for service as well. The waitresses and bussers are always hustling. The coffee is hot and the service has been excellent every time. They get your order to you pretty quickly as well cooked exactly as ordered!!! I would definitely recommend Grinders if you are looking for an all American diner experience. read more

We come everyday for breakfast. Ever since their new cook Chris started cooking ends I have been getting shells in them almost daily... Today is Thursday and I had shells in my eggs twice this week and my buddy that came in at 8am also got shells in eggs today. The cook had been told. Last week when I got shells in eggs last week also. ...... Help read more

Ok, I reviewed this place a few months back, and it had missed the mark due to an overexcessive amount of oil in the to go plate. I decided to give it another shot this morning...always gotta give at least 2 tries. They did not disappoint that time. I reordered the same items.No grease in the box l, good portion of cornbeef hash and just overall delicious. I didn't let them know I was.coming in...I know restaurants take extra care if they know they're trying to redeem themselves. Well they definitely did!!! IT WAS AHHHMAZING!!! Now I can say this will be my "go to" place and try some lunch and even bring the husband. I will recommend this to any and everyone! Great job. Wouldn't let me upload another picture but that's ok. I'm thoroughly! satisfied. read more

Grinder's American Diner - Half eaten but still so greasy. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

We've been going there for over 10 years but.... Today we waited for 10 minutes for a table to be cleared, then had our waitress walk past us 5 or 6 times helping everyone around us but us! And the icing on the cake was when two people walked in after we had been seated and she asked what they were drinking and helped them right away!?! WTH?.... Felt like outsiders....:( Won't be back.... read more

First and foremost we go to Grinders because of Meghan! She is the reason we drive from JAX BCH! Yes, the food is always good, everytime! But we travel over half an hour because of Meghans kindness, attention to detail, and probably the best server we haver ever had! I hope managment knows what an asset they have, and how lucky they are to have her! read more

I am a frequent customer at Grinders. The food is great and I see other customers that come frequently as well. I want to also say that the service is better than other restaurants in the area. My favorite waitress is Michelle. She constantly goes out of her way to be responsive to the customers and her courtesy is next to none. I see her helping the other servers by bringing food to their tables and she is constantly cleaning tables to make sure that the customers have a clean environment. Overall Grinders has no competition and I am a life long customer. read more

When ever I have my car serviced at a dealership on Atlantic (Regency area) I stop in here for breakfast. It's an old school type diner wiTh decent to good food, fantastic prices and a vibe that takes me back to the days before cookie cutter chain restaurants Today I showed just at the end of the commuter rush so service was a bit harried. Table service can be spotty here but once it arrives it's friendly and fast. The food alwways is Maasdam to order, the coffee pours he generously and the OJ is fresh. Oh, and don't miss the home fries (I like mine with onions added) Today I have a BLT club with an egg on rye. Home fries, OJ and coffee. $12 bucks total! The strip mall is a bit sketchy but don't let that keep you from giving Grinders a try. read more

Finally found this hidden gem and it was worth the wait! Hubby had the big breakfast and loved their gravy. He is the finicky one! Everything was fresh, hot, and, very yummy. I had the Turkey club with onion rings which made my NY heart sing! Real deal diner. Not great for the waistline, but a huge selection, very fresh, servers a lot of fun. Look forward to trying more! read more

The food was acceptable for a diner. The service was adequate and fairly attentive. The waitresses seem to be trained to push up charges without telling you. this is the first diner restaurant or any restaurant that actually says on their menu that they charge market prices on diner food. The menu says the following price is subject to change without reflection on the menu. Unacceptable for a diner. read more

Yelp came to the rescue again. Tried to find a good, locally owned place for breakfast and Grinder's was the top recommendation. Friendly service, great food, and decent prices. Western omelette was tasty! read more

Grinder's American Diner - Western omelette and grilled hasbrowns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This is one of my favorite places! Good old-fashioned American breakfast food! We've eaten here multiple times. This time I went for the country fried steak and gravy, scrambled eggs, and grits. So good! Crystal had corned beef hash and eggs, also fantastic. Grinders is always busy. Our service ran a little long but the staff was hustling so we weren't upset. They have lunch options too but we always go for breakfast because it is always so good. Prices are affordable and appropriate. read more