Decided to try this local spot. Small but plentiful seating and a very quaint and family, friendly…read moreatmosphere. My server, Katie, and other staff were super friendly and very interactive with all the customers. Ordered a made to order omelette and a side; well-made, and as ordered. Leaving enough taste to enjoy, but not overwhelming where you can add S/P or other topping as desired. Katie was great and attentive and checking in to see if I wanted more coffee before my cup was even empty. Clean place, well kept, and busy for a reason. Will definitely visit again.

The best egg sandwich I've ever had. Croissant was toasted and buttery! Mmmm the home fries. They…read morealso have daily specials Monday through Friday. I can't wait to go back.

Just an update on my prior review. The manager of this Metro Diner requested my address right after…read moremy review was published and, today, we received a written apology along with three 13.00 coupons to dine at his place with a request we ask for him when we dine there. He also mentioned my experience with the staff and his manager addressing the issue I brought forth from our last meal there. I much appreciate his prompt response, his having addressed the staff, and his generous gift of the coupons. It's rare for a manager to act in a proactive and non defensive way to criticism. It suggests a true and strong commitment to his staff, his vision, and his customers. Thank you

I thought about having brunch at Metro Diner and to my surprise they had Fish Fry Friday. Best of…read moreall, it is served all day!! Chunky, light and crispy fish served with well seasoned fries and coleslaw just delicious! Service was great, a bit noisy, but expected at peak hours. Gotta love Metro Diner.

First time here but not the last. I have to dig deep to find anything negative to say. That would…read morebe the wait to be seated that was only about 15 minutes. I think that is a testament to how good and how popular they are. Everyone was very genuinely nice offering great service. Our meals were cooked to order and were served hot and fresh and in just the right amount of time. They had daily specials to choose from or order right off the menu. Orange juice served in mason jar mugs. They are happy to customize any dish for you. We ordered the country fried steak and gravy with home fries and scrambled eggs with cheese. Also served with a biscuit. They offer assorted jellies etc. We also ordered a build your own omelette with home fries and an English muffin. Portion sizes were perfect. The home fries were done right and very flavorful. Eggs and omelette were cooked to perfection. The gravy for the steak was not your average bland gravy. It was perfect sausage gravy and very thick and flavorful. They have a variety of hot sauces available for the eggs. Hardest part was deciding what to order because everything sounded and looked so good. Grumpy's is a small casual place. Feels like your favorite small diner. Not loud despite being busy and a full house. They have benches and outdoor games to play while you wait to be seated. They close at 2pm and they do offer lunch entrees if you don't want breakfast. We thought it was fantastic and will be visiting their other locations around Jax as well. Highly recommended!!!

The eggs Benedict is the best in the USA Never a…read moredisappointment service always great and atmosphere 'country'

Holy moly. I've never had a better diner experience. We sat at the counter and I loved watching the…read moreinner workings of a true neighborhood diner in action. The home fries stayed crispy even under a layer of perfectly seasoned sausage gravy, which honestly felt like a culinary magic trick. The biscuits were fluffy and clearly freshly made. Even the toast somehow tasted decadent. Pancakes were delicious, the bacon was thick and crispy, and everything came out hot and fast. The staff checked on us often with that perfect balance of no-nonsense efficiency and friendly Southern hospitality. You can tell this place runs on routine, experience, and pride in the food. If you're anywhere near Starke, this is absolutely worth the stop.

Grannies looked perfect for our lunch en route to Amelia Island. Unfortunately the restaurant…read morecloses 'around 2ish' and we arrived too late to order the fried chicken I was really wanting. Service was fast and couldn't have been friendlier. The chicken fried steak was tasty and served with a generous helping of creamy mashed potatoes. The value for the price is fantastic. My only drawback - the smell of Fabuloso was so strong it overpowered the delicious smells from the kitchen. The restaurant and restrooms were clean, but just too much perfumed smell!

OK, here we go.....I dislike writing negative reviews, but this was my honest experience…read more It was my first time eating here (four ppl total). What started out as a positive experience quickly went downhill due to the unacceptable time it took to actually eat. I can't really blame the staff for that as this seems like an ongoing issue after reading the reviews on Yelp and other platforms. I'm very hesitant to return. They do have solid sandwiches here and an extensive menu with plenty of options for everyone and ample portions, too. We came here simply because my mom wanted a BLT and I saw a friend's picture on FB of the BLT she and her mom ate here. The amount of bacon in The LTD (their version of the BLT) was ridiculous in a good way, but shouldn't have taken an hour for my mom to get it and eat. My steak wrap (TR7) was very tasty and recommended by my server along with the tater tots. The sauces added a nice dimension. My brother had the double country fried steak plate with mashed potatoes and gravy with a side of green beans and he said it was good and plenty. Overall, the food was pretty good and the atmosphere was adorable with a clever car themed menu and decor. Plenty of seating. However, management may need to address the execution of service and be more aware of the customers. We were there for an hour before we received any of our food except for my sister's chili and although our waitress kept apologizing about the wait, a simple explanation of WHY it was taking so long for our food while other customers at tables who came after us, ordered after us and were served way before us (they actually finished eating and even got their bill) would have gone a long way. I now understand others' utter frustration dining here. It's not a matter of being short staffed when other tables mentioned were served and finished with their lunch. It's a matter of awareness. What a shame because I wanted to like this place.

I was a big fan of the old Tom & Betty's when they were off Roosevelt Blvd. I made it my mission to…read moretry everything at least once. Being car people, we could relate well. This visit did not have that same appeal. The brown gravy tasted like it came out of a can and nothing that we received had freshly prepared flavor to it. It was a long ride after not being in the area for 10 years that I probably would not do again.

We came here for the "G" in our A-Z Restaurant Series! We got lucky and got there right after the…read morelunch rush. Sat outside service was super friendly and quick. We got the fried chicken eggs Benedict which was delicious and their cinnamon roll was outstanding. Was a little bummed the country fried steak wasn't hand breaded but flavor was good. Full review link below https://youtube.com/shorts/H7aFaAffQbQ?si=YvK48jiv__s5a7Hx https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThv38MKF/

I've been here a few times when I visit my parents in Florida. They like it. I've actually had a…read morefew good meals here but the last time was awful. Long wait times to get a table and after we were seated we sat for about 10 minutes without even getting coffee. We had to raise our hand and ask for it. She also never came over to refill them. I ordered a special they had and it was so gross. Not sure what leftover crap they threw on the plate but we were not impressed. Definitely won't return.

Heart-stoppingly good…read more No really -- I could feel my arteries clogging... and I didn't mind one bit. Now I understand the saying, "He died happy." I ordered The Dime (or was it the "Five"?).... whichever one is the biscuits and gravy with fried chicken, without the egg. I've never had anything like it. Delish. Sinful. Better than anything I could've subscribed to on OnlyFans. This was the pinnacle of comfort-food porn -- soft-core, dripping in gravy, and oh so savory. (You get the picture.) The only downside? My family's in Italy for the month, so I had to experience this masterpiece alone. Honestly, their loss -- Italy over Maple Street? Amateur move. Even the fresh-squeezed orange juice blew me away. Apparently, October is peak season, and my taste buds agree. I dined like a man granted his last meal -- and after this, I'm not sure I need another.

This use to be such a great breakfast place. Recipes have changed and so have the portion size of…read morefood, not in a good way. Food use to be so flavorful.

This is my go to breakfast place. I love it here. It's an old school American diner with the kind…read moreof service, experience, and food you'd expect.

Awesome mom and pop type place, the one that your grandparents been going to for 20 plus years…read more Went there with my daughter and a buddy with his daughter, we were greeted when we walked in and immediately sat. Our server was sweet and gave great recommendations. I got the French toast platter with eggs and bacon. I not a huge French toast guy but these were good. Food came out rather timely, coffee cup was always full. Talked some football with the staff and other customers. Overall just a good welcoming place for all. I will definitely be back.