Their signature dish is the chicken and waffles. It's the best I've ever had! The chicken is juicy and crispy. The waffles were toasty and fluffy on the inside. The portion size is huge! Definitely had to get a To-Go box. They make a syrup and hot sauce mix for the chicken and it was unexpectedly really really good. The Bloody Mary was perfect. Hot chocolate was sweet and creamy. Our server was friendly and we were seated quickly. Traditional town diner aesthetic. If you haven't tried this place go! read more

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Amazing food, especially the fried chicken. Loved the chicken. I plan to eat here again. And again. And again.

The first time we visited, we had to wait for a bit and it was packed. We came back today at 3 pm and there are many empty tables. There are huge portions here. Fun menu here as well. They have several interesting items that venture away from typical diner fare. My wife's 3 dollar Bloody Mary came with a salt rim last time. This time it had no rim, but they added celery and lemon. I like consistency, but for 3 bucks I can't complain. Ordered burger medium rare the first time we were here and it came back well done on one side and a nice medium on the other. They cut it in half before plating. Did they switch the patty? I blame myself for not ordering rare I just expected better based on the reviews. I usually order a temperature level down in places new to me. I had this saved as a draft when I came in today. I ordered the same burger, but did not read my draft and ordered medium rare again! So I just chased down the waitress and requested it rare. I guess I just remembered really enjoying the burger last time, despite the disappointing temperature. Moral of the story, write reviews and then you can check them next time you visit! Especially because the burger came back medium rare, which is all I ever wanted. It was so much better at medium rare. I'm going to return and always order rare to hopefully continue getting a medium rare burger. And honestly the grilled cheese sandwiches instead of plain bread make this worth risking the temperature on. read more

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I'd always heard good things about this place and tried it for the first time at lunch either my daughter. Diner sometimes conjures up visions of a "greasy spoon" but this place was terrific. Food excellent and plentiful. I had soup and the fish and chips...both excellent. My daughter had Eggs Benedict and was also very happy. Nice causal atmosphere and despite being very busy our server was attentive and anticipated needs!!! Really recommend!! read more

1st thing. I absolutely did not expect this place to be so good. After moving to LA and comparing the options of restaurants to Orlando, metro diner through me a curve ball. This establishment provides that classic southern livin' vibe in its decorations (for me at least). I came here with family and didnt expect the menu to be so big and the portions to be so filling. The service was good and we were taken care of even though we had a pretty big party. Our waitress was very patient with our requests. I was looking at the chicken and waffles with the strawberry butter (I think it was) but I didnt want to take the risk of being disappointed. I ended up getting the philly cheesesteak in which I regretted as soon as I saw the chicken and waffles. Dang it was big and juicy.lol The food was phenomenal and so was the experience. The price was fair and for the portion it makes you feel even better. All in all we had a great time. read more

Metro Diner - Mother of god! Those chicken and waffles! - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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They serve the largest pot pie and it was delicious.We have also had the fish and chips boy was that good.My wife really liked the Reuben.The service is always friendly and swift! read more

I would put more seating in the middle of the restaurant as I remember the seats all ring around your place by the walls with a big empty sport in the middle. Even a few tall artificial plas would be good read more

The food is excellent, especially the eggs Benedict and the sausage and gravy. Diana is an excellent server, pays attention to details and prompt when we needed anything, even though we were eating outside. Diana even brought our dog Pinky water.The atmosphere is nice inside and outside with friendly staff, plus you are always greeted with a smile. Forgot to mention that you will not leave hungry, portion sizes are large. read more

Amazing service and food, even when they're packed. Love their seasonal choices as well

Exploring Longwood, Florida we stopped at Metro Diner in Altamonte Springs for a late breakfast. It was a wonderful experience, great breakfast options and the customer service was very good. Highly recommend ordering the grits, it was delicious and flavorful. read more

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This place is great but busy so make sure to call ahead or go with enough time to wait. Once you're seated the service is polite, timely and accurate. The pink lady mimosa is a must. All menu items are delicious, my family and I have been coming here for years and the kids have had it all! read more

Great service, delicious and fresh food, cozy relaxed ambiance. I can only say good things about Metro Diner! We were torn between going to our regular Keke's or trying something new and my sister mentioned she'd been wanting to try Metro Diner because it was on Diners Drive-In's and Dives! Everything was delicious: the avocado toast, cinnamon roll pancake, cheese grits, eggs, hash browns, waffle, etc! I would recommend this place and am looking forward to going back! read more

Great food, great atmosphere and good service.. interesting dishes. Last time we were there we talked to a waitress that was very friendly and she gave us good information...I always like to go there when I am in that part of town. read more

We went for breakfast today and had David. The food was hot and fresh. David provided fast and friendly service. It was pretty busy, but we were still in and out in good time. read more

I got this by door dash. It was as good as sitting in the restaurant. Love their chicken and waffles! read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken & Waffle - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

I have been going to the Metro Diner for many years, long before they came to central Florida and even before they started to break from just having locations in the Jacksonville, Florida area. I do not like that they have cut a lot of items from the menu. This included my favorite dish from the Metro Diner, which was a pork, bacon and spinach sandwich. This was an amazing sandwich and it was a sad moment in my heart when they kicked it off their menu. I understand the need to streamline their menu as they look to become a national chain, but it does not mean that I have to like it. The Metro Diner still has a good menu. Their burgers are always a good option. The benefits are a good choice for breakfast. My daughter likes their fried chicken and waffle. The Metro Diner has a good concept and I am sure that they will continue to grow across at least the southeast. They are in twelve States now. In addition to their starting point in Florids, they are also in Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. That's quite a bit if expansion for a company that started with a tiny location in Jacksonville, Florida. They are not a bad option. Now only if they would bring back that pork, bacon and spinach sandwich, life would be a lot better, lol. I would recommend a visit to the Metro Diner. read more

This place has a great diner menu. Food arrives hot and is well seasoned. Plenty for everyone to try, from the meatloaf (featured on DD&D with Guy Fieri) to the classic fried chicken and waffles. Great family meal. Good service and nice atmosphere. read more

1. Waits are ridiculous due to shortage of employees clearing tables. Poor hostesses looked completely overwhelmed and about ready to quit. I don't blame them for the s$&&show I was watching. 2. Waitress which rhymes with Christina was very short with her attitude and service. Wanted to order everything at one time and we were quickly told what she was going to do. 3. Our order came out completely wrong. I'm not going to list it all because it's not worth it. 4. Food was mediocre at best today. This place has slowest gone down hill with quality since we started coming about 4 years ago. 5. No sign of a manager walking around asking how was everything! 6. We aren't coming back at all. I hope she enjoyed her $0 tip, don't spend it all in one place. Learn how to treat customers with respect and not that we should be honored to be in your presence. That's us all. read more

Food is excellent. I suggest eating at the restaurant to enjoy the fresh full flavor of your meal and the really great atmosphere of the restaurant itself. read more

I use to love the food here, however, now it seems like it's always an issue when I go to pick up food. Today I called and ordered, they said 15-20 minutes it will be ready, got there and they haven't even started on my food due to they had a$500 order that was more important than mine. So I wasted my time and gas, mind you I had orientation and could not wait another 30 minutes. read more

Love Metro Diner and the food was all great. We would love to come more but didn't feel safe without our allergies. The server didn't have a clue. We asked about soy and she asked the kitchen, came back and says "everything has soy". We almost just got up and left. We asked to talk to the kitchen manager. Thankfully she was wonderful and found a few options that wouldn't cause illness. We also have a dairy allergy and even that confused her. Love that you have a gluten free menu but you need a top 9 allergy menu. Please train the staff on allergies. I don't understand why you are using soy oil as it's so unhealthy in general and we would come back often if you didn't. read more

OMG!!! This food was sooo good I had to post before leaving the parking lot! The food came out quick and was fresh! The bacon was cooked perfectly and the chicken is really good. I now want to try all of their chicken items. All I can say is the service was fast, food was fast and delicious, and I even ordered a Mimosa. Let me tell you, I last ordered a Mimosa at Cracker Barrel in Tennessee . They brought out a half filled champagne bottle and a wine glass with orange juice, and the champagne was gross. I didn't even finish it. BUT THE MIMOSA HERE, SO GOOD! I will be bringing my friends and family when they come to visit. Can't wait to go back and try more items on the menu! read more

Metro Diner - To go! - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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This is my second time eating here and after my first I knew I'd come back. Which is why when the hubby and I were on our way somewhere else and I saw the diner I insisted we stop and eat there. Hubby is always hesitant to try new places, so he was reserved when we got there. Even though the place was hopping, they seated us in about 5 min. They had a seasonal menu on the board that looked too tasty not to try. I went with a pumpkin Belgian waffle that had pumpkin flavored cream cheese, candied pecans and cinnamon butter. With all that I didn't need syrup and the pumpkin flavoring wasn't overwhelming. I ate every last bite because it was so good and it totally filled me up. The hubby got the pumpkin french toast and I was a bit jealous when they delivered it. They used croissant bread and talk about tasty! Our food was cooked just right, a little crispy on the outside without burning and a moist cooked inside. Hubby was happy with our visit and is up for going back soon. YUMMM! read more

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Consistently amazing food. Savannah and team were great on a very busy holiday weekend. We will be back!

Come here for the best home cooked food you will ever eat! But leave your belt at home and wear your stretchy pants. The metro dinner is to die for! The hashbrowns are a sure winner and their eggs are cooked perfectly every time. For a great experience sit at the bar and watch how fast the cooks and expo line work! Everyone is happy and the pace is ultra fast!! They are know for the chicken and waffles so try that if it's your first time!! You will not be disappointed! read more

Metro Diner - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

Nice place to have breakfast. Stuff is excellent,professional,polite and kind. Food was good,although I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have the Crab Cake Benedict,but I had a San Francisco Benedict instead and it was delicious! My husband had the Western Omlet,it looked good too! We both had coffee. We had a great breakfast before an active day at the State Parks. Our waitress was outstanding! read more

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Went to the Metro Dinner tonight for the first time in a long while. We used to go there once a week. Then things changed the menu got smaller. We gave it a try tonight, asked to sit at a table in the middle back. They never told the server we were there, then one of the servers came over after 10 minutes, took our order and left, drinks came after a while. A couple came in after us, they got their drinks right away and then a appetizer and there main meal before we got ours. So after being there for 15 to 20 minutes and we only got our drinks, we left. We left and know on asked why. Don't waist you time, they used to be very busy now we know why, THEY DON'T CARE ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS. read more

Metro Diner - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

Very delicious and very tasty. The staff was super nice and was so management when we did have an issue come up. I had the shepherds pie for the first time and it was soooo good. The chicken and waffles are of course to die for. read more

Metro Diner - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

The chicken and waffles were super tasty. Strawberry butter on point. Dave was our server and he was polite and attentive, answered all of our questions. Good experience. Thanks, Dave! read more

SOLID Breakfast & brunch options! Keep in mind this place is great so it tends to be very busy but it is worth the wait! My BF loves their huevos rancheros - choice of eggs served over fried tortilla shells, chorizo sausage, black beans, onions and peppers. Topped with melted cheese, salsa, sour cream, jalapeños and green onions. It's a really big portion and made very well everything has great seasoning and flavor! While I love their traditional egg, sausage and toast breakfasts I sometimes look for extra ordinary options and give them a try. A new favorite is the crossiant french toast. Buttery flakey crossaints get a makeover and are battered and grilled to perfection! it's a nice twist to a classic breakfast item. Staff is very friendly and considering how busy I didn't think the food took very long. read more

Man please, this place was good. We went for breakfast. Our server was very attentive and good at her job. We went on a Friday around 11 and it wasn't busy at all. Lots of people doing takeout. Will definitely be back read more

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What a disappointment. Always passed and saw how packed they are. Gave it a try for a group brunch. The food was a 5/10 at its best. The fried chicken were way too salty. It wasn't edible unless you're planning on being on a diuretic to fight the hypernatremia. Our hostess mentioned they received other complaints today regarding it being salty and was nice enough to take it off of our check. When we replaced it with chicken tenders, it was on the saltier side as well. The best was their Philly cheesesteaks sandwich and croissant. I could only blame how busy it is and being not enough staff could have resulted in this poor experience with food tasting subpar. read more

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The staff is super fast and attentive. The food is mediocre at best. Parking sucks when busy. The put this egg sauce stuff on 70% of there menu items. Not a fan. read more

Son picked this spot to start his birthday weekend. He loves the chicken and waffles and I must say they are extremely good. The chicken is fried to perfection and don't forget the syrup/hot sauce mix that they give you with the plate. He finds their waffles as the best so at the end he was extremely happy with his birthday breakfast meal. read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken & Waffle - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

Personally, I think Metro has a great mix of diner and homestyle restaurant. Look at my photo of their Fried Chicken Benedict... your mouth watering like that means you wanna try it. Just FYI seriously tho, order it. It's phenomenal read more

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The server Alexa (not to be confused with Jeff Bezos), is a tremendous server. Ask for her. She is delightful in a hundred thousand ways. My friend and I had brunch. Both excellent. The cooks always over perform. In four years of going to Metro I've never had a bad experience. With Covid as part of our mix, I want to support these restaurants as best I can. I encourage you to go out. Keep safe, but please do keep in mind for every Alexa who is working there are probably four or more without tables. read more

Have to echo what others have written about this place, 5 Stars for sure! Came here on a weekday for lunch and there was no wait. We were seated right away. Didn't brave the weekend crowds, but heard it is a wait. The air inside is cool, the service is quick and genuinely friendly. Felt the kind and happy vibes of our server, Natalie, right away. Got some great recommendations from her on lunch, and she was spot on. Was looking for some comfort food, so started with the cheese grits and then the Cajun chicken pasta for a main entree. The cheese grits, now girl, I'm a southerner all the way, and these were some of the best cheese grits I've ever had. Perfectly creamy, mildly buttery flavor, with golden melted cheese on top. Didn't need to add salt or butter or anything, simply great on their own. The Cajun chicken pasta with garlic bread was very good and satisfying. Had to box some pasta up since the grits were so filling. I will definitely come back again for a brunch or early dinner. Love the fast pace of a diner with traditional dining counter and stools, and the upbeat music playing. The manager came over to check on us and he was very sincere in hoping we had a nice lunch. Don't know how I've missed this place for so long. Will definitely be back to try allllll the things. P.s. They have mimosas and bloody Mary's! read more

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Food is very consistent with the metro diner name. It has good breakfast and lunch. The service is good and the restaurant is a standard diner ambiance. Altamonte seems to get really busy so plan accordingly. read more

First visit here, but not the last. Great food, portions, service and ambiance. Even a free cup of soup to taste when I asked about ingredients! read more

Best chicken and waffles. David was our server. He was friendly and attentive. They are always busy, but foods is always delicious. read more

Metro Diner - Best chicken and waffles. David was our server. He was attentive and friendly. Very busy, but still fast and delicious! - American Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida