Metro Diner

Let's start with the fact that we walked in, were greeted warmly, and got a table immediately…read more Always a plus! The place was cute and CLEAN, which is another huge plus in my book. Our server, Mary, was amazing - she was training a new server, Amy, and they were both great! I overheard Mary explaining some "first-time customer protocol" to Amy, which happened to be to our benefit because they brought us a cinnamon churro donut to try! Such a sweet touch and a fun way to make first-time customers feel welcome. As we ordered, Mary offered suggestions and was helpful without ever being pushy. Both Mary and Amy were attentive and friendly, and the service was excellent. My husband ordered the Club Sandwich, my daughter ordered the Belgian Fruit Waffle, and I ordered the West Coast Arnold. Our ratings: Husband: 8/10 Daughter: 9.5/10 Me: 10/10 And please know that my husband is a HARSH critic, so an 8 from him is basically a 10. And that churro donut they so sweetly let us try? My daughter and I both tried it, and I'd give it an 8/10 for taste and a 100/10 for allowing us to try it! Overall, we had a wonderful first experience. Great food, great service, a clean and cute atmosphere, and little touches that made us feel welcomed. We'll definitely be back!

omg the salmon eggs benedict was the best eggs benedict I have ever had! loved it! cant wait to go…read moreback and enjoy it again nice looking restaurant with a cool atmosphere. it wasnt busy when we were there so it was nice and calm and the server was lovely. she was friendly and answered our questions. she was sweet to my girls who loved their kids meals. yum

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The Toasted Yolk Cafe

Sage Biscuit Cafe

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Before embarking on a shopping expedition, we fortified ourselves at Sage. Locals all know it and…read moregreet one another as they sit down. We opted for counter service. Ashley was welcoming and took our orders. Being a creature of habit, I ordered a spinach, feta and tomato omelette. My wife chose the Mediterranean skillet breakfast; both with hash browns and a biscuit. We both polished off our meals and loved the seasoned potatoes. Fortified, mission accomplished.

My husband and I heard about the Sage Biscuit and everyone was raving about it. I'm sorry to say…read morebut the food wasn't good at all. So disappointing after you hear so much about it. Don't waste your money on the place! Service was slow and nothing outstanding. Crowded and noisy and crowded. Also parking is horrible!

Chicken and waffles

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Breakfast Parfait with plain yogurt

Crager's Restaurant

4.0(159 reviews)

4.2 mi

One best locals restaurants in Sarasota,Fl family friendly very organized great food good customer…read moreif you and family are visiting Florida have a experience of a lifetime at The GLOSSIE RIVER

Nice little diner style restaurant. Sit yourself once in, welcoming staff. I had the chicken fried…read moresteak with gravy on the side, hash browns and over easy eggs. I always get my gravy on the side, due to all gravies are not the best , this gravy was a smack your momma gravy. I kept a star back, which should be a half due to getting hash browns instead of the grits I ordered but with that said, all in all a good choice. Price fantastic

Diner bar area

Fried Catfish w/ Grits

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Fried Chicken, Collard Greens, and Sweet Potatoes

Mountain Comforts Coffee Cafe

4.0(91 reviews)

1.3 mi

Had breakfast there a couple weeks ago, first time. It's a comfortable place, quite, cozy. The…read moreeggs Benedict and omelette were great; very fresh fruit, good coffee. Just don't be in a hurry, the pace is slow.

I was looking for a local coffee shop and sure enough I saw the name of this place and I had to pay…read moreit a visit. Very very very nice staff, the young lady behind the coffee bar smiled and greeted me and followed with excellent customer service. Quaint interior with couches for relaxing a drinking your cup of joe or eating their delicious breakfast or lunch items. They are also Joy FM listeners which is a HUGE plus!!!

Wonderful Decor

Left-over of Best ever Eggs Benedict

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Some of the delicious coffees they have

Pork Roll Petes

4.8(58 reviews)

0.2 mi

New Favorite Cheesesteak in town!! Beef, cheese, peppers and…read moreonions, all on house made semolina rolls. This is a must try for all Cheesesteak lovers!

This place was awesome. The owner was incredibly welcoming, and you can tell there's real intention…read morebehind what they're building here. We ended up chatting about the shop's history and future plans, which added a nice personal touch to the visit. I ordered the Simple Man and it delivered, super flavorful and more than enough food for the price. The space is casual and comfortable with plenty of indoor seating. Service was quick and efficient, our bagels were out fast and we were on our way. Definitely a great pre-road trip stop, especially with a 6am opening!

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Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Stopped in this am for breakfast and left, not just content, but determined to come back asap. I…read morehad the pancake combo - blueberry pancake full of blueberries, over-easy eggs cooked perfectly, delicious bacon. The waitress kept my coffee filled. Loved the welcoming vibe.

It wasn't anything special. I ate at the KeKe's in Sarasota. Maybe it was a bad day. I don't know…read morebut I don't plan to eat there again.

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Cortez Cafe

4.5(120 reviews)

4.5 mi

Great , owner run local place to catch breakfast or lunch with reasonable prices and a big menu…read more Locals love this place and now we do too. See you next year.

Very busy little cafe filled with locals. Nice staff. There is a smell from the fish market next…read moredoor but the food makes up for it! I had the Greek omelette and it was cooked to perfection along with the grits. Sand dollar pancakes for the kids were adorable. Coffee tasty. Lots of options on the menu. Overall a good experience and we return every year.

Grilled blueberry muffin

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Breakfast Burrito with sausage and home fries

Dailys Diner

4.3(15 reviews)

0.7 mi

My new Sunday morning go-to diner. I had "The Scram" consisting of scrambled eggs with peppers,…read more onions , and cheddar cheese . Nice thick rye toast, with coarse grits. Service was excellent in a clean environment. I will be there next Sunday and the following Sundays. The location is not prominent. It's in a plaza about 100 yards off Cortez Road and unseeable from the road, but it's well worth the atypical location. GPS it!! You'll get there. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

When we go out for breakfast, we always go to Daily's. I always get the "Sunrise". 2 eggs over…read moreeasy, crispy hash browns, sourdough toast and 2 pork sausage links. $11 and worth every penny. Lots of coffee also. If you want breakfast, this is your place. 36 hundred on Cortez, behind McDs.............Miriam is the best!

Valentine's Decor

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Valentine's Decor

Mama G's Coffee

4.7(168 reviews)

5.9 mi

I ain't even finish this poppyseed strudel yet and I'm already planning my next visit…read more The cosy atmosphere. The murals. The bomb customer service. The strong coffee with delish pastries. The foam on my cappuccino. Absolute perfection I have no critiques.

Couldn't tell you what I love more: the coffee, the food, or the vibes. Iced latte was made with…read morelove, the recommended chicken empanada was just right and everyone in there was so welcoming.

Nutella danish

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Longbeach Cafe

4.6(159 reviews)

5.0 mi

Came here for breakfast on Saturday morning. We asked to seat at the patio outside and it was…read moregorgeous and super pleasant with a view at the canal. Service was wonderful, very pleasant and friendly., They had a very large selection of breakfast foods, I had all white omelet and it was very tasty. Also, my husband had a regular breakfast and child had pancake. All food was very good. We definitely enjoyed it.

I had a breakfast sandwich, an egg, any style, English muffin or toast, bacon or sausage, hash…read morebrowns or grits, choice of cheese. I went for a fried egg on an English muffin with American cheese and bacon. Hash browns for my side. While the hash browns do not have onions in them, they were very nicely seasoned. There were two large slices of very crispy bacon cris-crossed in my sandwich. Our food came out very quickly and was very hot, temperature! The cheese was nicely melted into the egg!

Egg white omelet

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Slightly tucked away from the main road.

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Kevin B.

1 year ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Metro Diner, and I can't help but rave about my experience! As someone who used to work there, I have a deep appreciation for the wonderful atmosphere and incredible team that make this place so special. From the moment you step through the doors, you're greeted with a warm and inviting vibe. The energy that fills the diner is infectious; it's truly a place where the staff and customers connect. During my time working there, I loved being part of a team that not only served delicious food but also created a welcoming environment for everyone who walked in. The management is fantastic, fostering a sense of camaraderie and support among the staff. We all brought our unique energies together, creating an atmosphere that I genuinely miss. Every shift was filled with laughter, teamwork, and a shared passion for serving the community. If you're looking for a place that feels like home and offers delicious comfort food, look no further than Metro Diner. I highly recommend stopping by to experience the amazing service and vibrant atmosphere for yourself. You won't be disappointed! read more

Jacob S.

7 years ago

Great food with great service. My family and I will definitely be back as well as highly recommend to our friends. Food was just amazing

Samuel M.

7 years ago

Clean and nice decor and good service would recommend to try it out. Nice addition to our area!

Jamie S.

7 years ago

Food was great service was great Bloody Mary's even better My little man loved the pancakes read more

Daniel P.

4 years ago

Excellent food, good service, recommended especially for breakfast & lunch, nice open seating

Brenda G.

6 years ago

I love their breakfast excellent food and service all around

Jim E.

7 years ago

Best restaurant around, great food and service.

Metro Diner - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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We'd been a couple times previously and figured it was "okay" but nothing to write home about. Then…read morethe last time (which was last week) the entire experience was completely chaotic. Our drinks took forever to arrive (after the food), and two ladies who'd ordered classic eggs Benedict had to send them back (the whites were very under-cooked and running all over the plate). When they complained to the waitress, the response was "oh, well our Benedict's are always like that" - so they basically had to insist she take them away and get cooked ones.... Which took forever and the rest of us were finished our meals by then. Hey, rejected or uncooked dishes SHOULD get some priority, but not in this place it seems. When the new Benedicts finally arrived the yolks were solid, so apparently the kitchen had decided to over-compensate and punish those nasty folks who'd complained... but by then we were past even mentioning it. Heck, how hard is to poach an egg anyway?? The entire service experience was amateurish at best, with dishes delivered randomly so we never got any feeling of coordinated service at all. Maybe the waitress was unhappy that we we'd sent back complete rubbish. My own "daily special" sandwich (I don't remember the name) was also very forgettable and I ended up leaving most of it. When I asked for the check, the waitress took forever to produce it - clearly she's not suited to the role. Then, when I went to pay the check (which has to be done at the front counter!!), there were 4 other folks all waiting for somebody to take our money. There was some unknown issue with one checkout, and nobody on staff seemed to have a solution (nor were they particularly concerned), but eventually we all managed to get the checks paid and able to leave. This whole non-standard way of paying checks is simply chaos in itself - whoever decided it was better than a table-side checkout must have been smoking something strange. Totally chaotic mess in every respect... not a place we'll bother visiting again. Why it seems to be quite busy is a complete mystery - undoubtedly only because there isn't much else around to compete with. Epic fail.

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