Do not order curbside from Metro Diner off 280 in Birmingham, AL. After waiting 15 minutes for our order, we called inside twice and were told to wait 10 minutes each time. My family and I waited 43 minutes for our order, before I had to go inside and get it myself. I was greeted with silence by a rude older white man wearing glasses and a blue polo at the host podium. He walked me over to the takeout station, where our food was waiting. The ticket on our food said it had been prepared 27 minutes prior. When I asked the man "helping" me, "What are you going to do about this?" He replied, "What do you want me to do?" I guess this is what passes for Metro Diner's customer service. We should not have paid this much for a 43 minute wait, extremely poor customer service, and three cold, mediocre entrees. Not recommended. read more

What a great find! Service was incredible! Food was delicious. We split 2 entrees: homemade corned beef hash with poached eggs, hollandaise sauce and biscuits with sausage gravy. The other entree was shrimp and grits. The grits were mixed with cheddar cheese and andouille sausage and fried into patties! Fun twist on a southern classic. We were a little overwhelmed by the fact you could ANYTHING on the menu at ANY time! But were were able to make decisions and we were very happy with our choices. Wish we had one by me in Michigan. read more

The atmosphere was amazing. The food was so delicious. This will be my frequent spot every time I'm int town

I love the turkey sausage here. This is a pretty much a upgraded version of Waffle House. Definitely will be coming back. I need to try the chicken and waffles next time read more

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UPDATE: So we decided to take our parents here today.. wait wasn't bad around 10am Saturday- But once we were sat our waiter took forever to come over to us. Around ten minutes. We all ordered coffee but only brought it to three of us - I had to ask four times for my coffee! Then we get our food. Hash brown are usually fantastic but they come out with something like seasoned salt literally dumped all over them. Had to ask for plain ones (2 prior times no seasoning) I got the San Fran benedict. The poached eggs were way undercooked with the white still clear. I pointed it out and they brought two more - still completely undercooked. Not only is that GROSS but it's dangerous. They offered again but what's the point. I have gotten it twice before and was perfect both prior times. My dad got the biscuits and sausage gravy and it tasted like flour. They didn't cook the flour when they made it. Waiter didn't come back for twenty minutes to ask how food was. I would've ordered eggs that were correct sooner. Very disappointing. Don't know if we will go back. I didn't update before but last time the wait was 35 mins with ten empty tables. We watched one of them that sat empty for 40 mins. The hostess said the kitchen was backed up but it's way better to wait at a table with cofffee or a drink vs a bench covered with people. Waiter was so angry with four empty tables by the time we were sat. Prior review 5 stars Found this place accidentally and decided to try it, we ordered the spicy honey chicken biscuit (wow) and the San Fran Benedict. Everything was so delicious!! Highly recommend giving this place a try. Food was all made from scratch and crispy bacon read more

THIS PLACE WAS AMAZING! If you love breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, then Metro Diner is a place that you should be. The portions alone will have you thinking that you have walked into a heavenly place. The service was great and quick. The food was seasoned amazingly! I will be back for sure! read more

Stopped for breakfast on a road trip. Very nice restaurant. Kids said b and gravy and waffles were the best ever. Big portions. Enough for 2! They also liked our waiter, Drew, said he was the best! read more

The fried fish had more breading than fish. The fish was cooked to death and It felt like I was eating fish jerky. Gordon's fish sticks would be better. I don't suggest ordering fish at a diner. What was I thinking! I only had three packs of ketchup for my fries. That equals about a table spoon on ketchup. I also asked for extra cocktail sauce and behold there was not one ounce of cocktail sauce with my food. The mashed potatoes were awesome the slaw was good and the french fries were good. The best thing of all was the chocolate cake. Highly recommend the chocolate cake. read more

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We had the fruiting waffles and chicken and waffles. Absolutely fantastic food. Our server was awesome, the one with the white pony tail! Loved the coffee, tasted fresh. Quickly sat, quick service, and a clean establishment. Happy with this find! read more

I visited the Metro Diner for the first time today. I can honestly say it was really good. I had the Bissell breakfast and the portion sizes were great. I made sure to let the waiter know that I appreciated the portion size for the price. The only reason I gave it four stars because it closes so early and the fact that it's all the way on 280. I actually wish it was closer to downtown and stayed open late. It would definitely be the spot to go to after a night of partying and when events happening in the city. Otherwise this is definitely a spot to patronize. I hope it puts pressure on other restaurants to quit overcharging for the portions that are way less than you get here. I will definitely be going back soon to try the burger and pretty much everything else on the menu. Good job! read more

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I'm so glad I was introduced to this restaurant. They have the best Chicken and Waffles in Birmingham. I know many people will argue about this, but they literally give you half a chicken (leg,thigh, wing, & breast)to go with your waffle. The chicken is very flavorful and served hot and fresh. Unlike most places, you don't get a cold container of fake butter. You get a whipped strawberry butter that you could literally eat on its own. I've gotten the same thing each time I've visited. On my most recent visit, the daily special was the chicken Parmesan sandwich, which the waiter said is a rarity on the menu. My coworkers tried it, and although it looked delicious on other tables I couldn't get myself to go outside my box. It was a huge serving and just like the chicken and waffles, it's a dish that's hard to finish at one time. I think I'll try something different next time, but I've never gone wrong with the chicken and waffles. read more

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Disappointed after reading the great reviews. For us it was just ok. Eggs were overcooked. I asked for something I never got and our drinks were barely refilled. It was very popular! Our waiter tried pretty hard but was young. There's not a big selection for a diner. read more

Used to be one of our go-to places, but unfortunately, like so many successful establishments, in time they slip and stumble then they are gone. So seems the direction of Metro. Of course I give them some latitude for all the Covid and employment problems, but for the past 4 pick up or deliveries, the order has been missing something. Plus the quality of the food has become marginal at best. Too bad. It used to be a dependable place, but it has greatly deteriorated. We won't be back for a long time, if ever. Our area needs more good normal restaurants. Maybe the metro loss could be someone elses gain. Good luck guys. read more

Liked this place so much for brunch that we came back the next morning for breakfast. Attention Paleo & Keto folks, they have a protein plate that 2 could share. 4 scrambled eggs plus your choice of two meats. Great service, nice brunch, atmosphere and $2,99 mimosas all day! read more

We came here for breakfast and oh.my.goodness! The portions are huge. The service was great. The food came out quickly and piping hot. I wouldn't call it "fancy food" but I mean, it's breakfast. I don't need fancy...I need to eat. We will definitely come back. read more

Great place , love the chicken and waffles we tried other food and it was as good Definitely recommend this spot Nice service read more

Supper club decided to try Metro Diner this month! Most everyone ordered something different. It all looked so good. We weren't disappointed, either. Everyone said their meal was good. We all said we will go back. read more

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Metro is definitely on the go to list since moving to the area. We have only been there once but after the amazing visit we had we will definitely be back. The food was good and service was okay server seamed to be having a bad day but was still getting the job done. There was a little wait but for this place I definitely recommend waiting and trying the chicken and waffles. Pricing if fair and pretty average not going to brake the bank here. read more

My wife and I had the opportunity to stop by our shiny new Trussville location recently. We got there just before a large wave of various customers began to arrive. Service was quick, courteous and continued all through the meal. I had a daily special of cajun style shrimp and pasta while my wife opted for a menu item: shrimp and grits. My order wasn't spicy hot, but it was properly seasoned as was my wife's order. Both were very tasty (c'mon, did you think we weren't gonna share?) but I do regret that mine wasn't a regular menu item. We have also patronized the Hwy. 280 location when we were regularly in the area. Overall we gave it 4/5 stars. No deductions were made from the rating other than a lack of accessibility for handicapped patrons who can't handle high curbs. There is a ramped portion to the right of the door, but the parking spaces were all overfilled. There was other handicapped parking, but the access ramp available was blocked by improperly parked handicapped vehicles. This would prevent wheelchair bound individuals from entering the facilities there. I observed one such person, who left because there was no room to allow his wheelchair to pass between the improperly parked patrons. A second ramp should be installed by the property management. read more

I am heart wreched in writing this review on a restaurant I had begun to LOVE! As a frequent visitor my expectations was high. The food has always been good however like any relationship challenge is inevitable! My last visit was disappointing waited 40min for table sat with a previous waitress, I had on earlier visit that week! Did I say I'm at this restaurant at least 5 times or more a month and have brought over a dozen people! On this visit after waiting my order was incorrect ,side item cold, and one side missing. The waitress came by and apologized however the matter was never corrected! When the bill came I noticed I was charged for the incorrect order, so I called for a manager! A familiar Manager came out questioned my concern reprimanded me as a regular guest and told me "MAYBE THIS RESTAURANT IS NOT FOR YOU" I was floored ! Embarrassed in front of my guest who I highly recommended the place too! I asked her to leave the table out of disappointment! Call the GM he later response would only worsen the hurt! He concur that her decision was the company's sentiments as well. They no longer wanted my business I am SO HURT! My order was wrong, late, cold and I'm being told Never come back! I wasn't rude, loud or disruptive and this is how I was treated! I promise to do all I can to prevent anyone else from having this horrible experience! Metro Diner I am totally hurt! " A Regular Paying Customer" ! read more

I absolutely love this place!!! A friend & I decided to get brunch at the Trussville location since we were in the area for a workshop. I'd never had Eggs Benedict before today & it was divine. Our waitress was good, the atmosphere was good & the food was fantastic. It was served hot & quickly so now I have a new favorite restaurant on my list! read more

Anytime my husband can eat breakfast, especially the steak bowl for lunch or dinner is a winner for him, plus I enjoy their Bissell breakfast . Also, when I can eat a club sandwich later and take a slice of chocolate cake home too, is a winning combo for me too! Plus we were able to take a piece of their divine slice of their key lime pie with us for later. Our Server, Patricia was fantastic and kept us immensely happy and had our meals packaged to go. We left supremely satisfied and had our dinner too, for later plus dessert! read more

We finally made it after coming by for two weeks and the line out the door on a Sunday Morning after church service (9:15). Although the wait is long, it's worth the wait! We ordered the Chicken and Waffles and the Bissell Breakfast. The chicken and waffles were the best I've had in a very long time. The chicken was so flavorful and crispy-just like homemade. The waffles were fluffy and Oh My the strawberry butter was to die for. The portion size was ENOURMOUS! The Bissell Breakfast was also very good and plentiful. We had so much food that we had to take home. Our server (Mark) was AWESOME!! Metro has something for everyone- What breakfast place can you go and order breakfast, lunch and dinner and get quality and flavorful food? Let me tell you-Metro Diner. We will definitely will add Metro to our weekly rotation because the food and service is out of sight. read more

On the road and stopped in. Great food and amazing customer service! A must stop if you are in the area.

awesome food great atmosphere gotta love it here service and staff were friendly from the jump check out the pot roast or chicken and waffles read more

We arrived at 10 and was immediately seated. Within 10 minutes there were no tables left. Nia was a very nice server. She answered all of our questions and gave us ideas of fun stuff to do while visiting the area. The food was good...big portions and nice specials. The bathroom was even clean. Three meals and two mimosas $40. Overall a great meal. read more

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Did not have a pleasant experience at all. I was served outdated chocolate milk, however they did bring me a new one that was in date. The service was very slow and when I asked a waiter that wasn't ours for the check he was very rude. The food was steaming hot, which is why I give it 3 stars and not 1 but it was not amazing in taste. read more

Always a great choice for my Saturday or Sunday breakfast stop. I have had other meals here, but my favorite is breakfast/brunch. The fruity waffle is my absolute favorite and doesn't even need syrup. The staff is fine, don't expect too much. If you get a chance to sit at the counter and watch the cooks, you should. It is a fun experience! read more

Metro Diner is a new attraction in Birmingham! Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner the menu offers something for everyone! Don't forget to try the flavored teas and daily specials! read more

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Pretty consistent food. I like to get breakfast anytime so I the bissell is my go to. Eat there or get delivered pretty regular

You gotta try the chicken and waffles... What a amazing dish -- the host she was great ... As a matter of fact the restaurant was so great - I went 2 days in row - back to back... what a great place for brunch... read more

Everything was fantastic... Mike was our server and we could tell from the get to he was professional and attentive.. great service from beginning to end and awesome food! Will be back and asking for Mike for sure!! read more

My friend and I were in search of a new place to try for breakfast this Saturday morning... so of course the first place we checked for options was Yelp. We decided to try Metro Diner after looking at the reviews. It's gorgeous this morning, so upon arriving around 9:30, I asked if we could sit outside. That was a nope, as the hostess said the patio isn't "really available". Bummer, but we were still sat immediately. Our server Tommy came and greeted us right away and took our drink order. My friend got a coffee, I ordered a mimosa and a water. Bummer #2: they can't serve mimosas until 10. Now this confused me because I got a mimosa at the same time from Big Bad Breakfast down the street a few weeks ago, but oh well. On to the food--I ordered their famous chicken and waffles and my friend ordered the steak, eggs, and hash browns. The food came pretty quickly. The chicken and waffles comes with half a chicken so the portion size is generous. The chicken was very well seasoned but none of my food was hot. It could be because it's one of their popular dishes so they keep it sitting under the hot lamp. But if the butter on the waffle can't melt, I can't do it. The chicken was at the borderline of almost soggy like it had been sitting on a paper towel to drain the oil for awhile. It was still warm so I still ate it, but I had to request a hot waffle. My replacement waffle was hot so I'd give my meal a 3.5. My friend, however, didn't like his meal at all and that was primarily because he said the steak completely devoid of seasoning--no salt or pepper or anything. Just a cooked piece of meat. He said the eggs and hash browns were fine but the bland meat made the whole meal disappointing. So 5 stars for the service, -1 for my good but warm food, and -1 for my friend's hot but severely bland food. We'll probably try them again so hopefully they'll be better then. read more

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We have tried this location and the one in Trussville. Both were amazing. We love everything we have tried. Don't miss the chicken and waffles, and the mini biscuit muffins! read more

The pot roast was about half fat :( . It had a good taste but not alot of meat. Don't recommend the chocolate cake...just okay. Next time we will try the burgers or waffles. read more

Good food and friendly service. The food didn't take long to come out and our drinks were kept full! read more

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The reports are true this place is really going down hill. The quality of food coming out of the kitchen has deteriorated significantly. I think my initial couple visits I was so pleased bc I stuck with corned beef hash and it was good. The most recent visit I branched out. Went burger special and wife went omelet. The omelet was ok they needed to serve the salsa on the side vs pouring in on a section of the omelet which is just another minor infraction in the litany of miscues we saw when we went in most recently. It was a meh omelet. I've had much better at Waffle House and IHOP. I had the burger special. The "'man burger". The fired egg was over cooked and not runny, it has less bacon and cheese than advertised and this was quite possibly the greasiest burger I've ever had in my entire life. The temp was near medium as I requested but the bottom bun was saturated and falling apart bc of the amount of grease in this burger. Our server borderline got defensive when I pointed out the menu board displayed a lower price than what I was charged. I was told it's been wrong all day, very matter of factly. As if something was wrong with me for believing what was written on the specials board. Didn't apologize or even attempt to correct. I let it go bc I didn't want to argue but most people would have at least apologized. They most certainly wouldn't have talked to me like I did something wrong. I think I'm done. I am super disappointed they've stopped caring about the quality/ presentation of their dishes. The vibe was way more hurried you're welcome for there privilege of coming here vs what was originally a cool throwback old school diner. read more

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The food was outstanding. The wait was not long for a Sunday morning. Will definitely return.

For the second time in a row, our takeout order of chicken & waffles presented us with burned chicken. When my husband called to order tonight, I said "please ask them not to burn our chicken", but he failed to say that. What did he come home with? Burned chicken crust. Why, Metro? Please stop giving us chicken with burned crust! I mean, c'mon! ‍ We will give takeout one more shot. ‍ read more

This was my first time dining in at Metro Dinner. I ordered the chicken and waffles and it was delicious. The strawberry butter compliments this meal. The chicken and waffle includes a waffle, chicken breast, chicken leg, chicken wig, and a chicken thigh. I was so full that i couldn't eat all my food. I dined at the location off 280 and it was a great experience. Mariah was our server and she was AMAZING! She had so much personality. She knows the menu and recommended everything. I was not disappointed by anything. I sat at the bar area and the cooks were absolutely professional and humorous. The cook manager was an ASS but everyone else was amazing. Thanks to Sheldon, Jamal, Joshua N. and Kelly for making this experience even better! Marc the manager was great as well. I live in TN but i will be definitely making a trip back to Birmingham, AL 280 area just for this service. read more

Metro Diner - Chicken and waffles yummmm the chicken and waffles was so delicious. Our server was Mariah and she was awesome!! She made this experience. - Diners Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama