We are visiting from Las Vegas and my sister-in-law took us to this place for breakfast. Based on other Yelper's review, I ended up ordering the half servings of Waffle and Chicken. And of course, it was as expected. The chicken was tasty enough that I even didn't have to dip it to its sauce. But since I do like ketchup, I used it with my chicken. The service was great as well. This is one place I want to go back on our next Jacksonville visit. read more

Metro Diner - Waffle and Chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Oh my LAWD!!! So, my husband and family always try to find previous DD&D locations to try while traveling and on a recent trip to Jax we decided to try out the Metro Diner. I cannot even begin to explain how incredible the food was! We did a mixture of breakfast & lunch and all of us loved our dishes! The food is so fresh and the plates are full!! The chicken & waffles are honestly some of the very best I've ever had (and I have had many!) so if you're on the fence about ordering, do it!! read more

This place is amazing and spectacular with all the bells and whistles of a classical american diner with a twist of southern charm. I've seen this place on diners and drive thurs quite often. i ordered the Holy Davolia burger. The line was of the door to say the less , The atmosphere is inviting and very genuine , An open kitchen with cooks talking and preparing orders on the go , The vibe is very upbeat and fast pace . Looking for a great old classic american diner with customized menu like nothing typical then this place is the best choice i feel. The menu has a great variety of meals that can be customized to your liking . read more

A little hectic at times but overall AWESOMENESS...everything is scratch and palatable. Feels like a hangover hotspot but service is good despite monstrous volume they handle .check it out after a long night for sure. Regular worthy read more

I loved your restaurant...the food was great, the service was impeccable, our waitress Barbi rocked....we asked her last name so we could use in our review, Barbi Ellsworth...she gave advice on what to order and she was right, we will be back read more

Great food great service!! Tasty , fresh, local. Metro always has the place jumping, because they don't let you down with food and service.

Impeccable service and great food! I got the croissant French toast with a side of eggs, sausage, and home fries and my husband got half order of pancake with cinnamon toppings and the fried chicken Benedict. The food was so good and filling! Our waiter was Cameron and he was the sweetest and most amazing waiter. He educated us on his favorite items on the menu, he frequently checked in with us, and got us everything we needed. Not a single complaint on this brunch experience! read more

The venue is nice with a river overview but there are no healthy or vegan options! Typical southern breakfast food.

I remember one time I ordered via Grubhub and my order was cold when it got to me It was STILL delightful AND they even gave me $10 toward my next order with them I've never had a bad dish here Def a go to for me read more

We, wife and I have eaten at MD in The Villages many times and good service and food. However yesterday the food was so OverSalted, it has raised both, my wife's and my blood pressure up significantly. Beside that my wife is getting over a recent heart attack. We Do Not Need This! Somebody at MD needs to wake up to fact that tooooo much salt is unhealth and can even kill people. read more

Didn't really enjoy the atmosphere. The chicken was dry. The cups and silverware were dirty. There was gum under my table. Service was slow. Maybe I got them on a bad day. read more

I ordered the pot pie, it was cold and dry. I spent money on food I couldn't eat. I will Never order from this place again. Very disappointed. This is what I got for 38.00 and some change. I got a salad also. It looked ok, I haven't tried it yet but how can you go wrong with a toss salad. FURIOUS!!! read more

Metro Diner - Dry pot pie. Horrible!. Spent almost 40.00 at this place. Pot pie and salad. Never again!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Visit to this ORIGINAL location in Mandarin, Jax FL adds that special feel seeing pics of it's conception, celebrities autographed pics and reading it's history brings warmth to this American Mom and Pop style restaurant...Americana. We Baby Boomers and some younger or older miss. Breakfast all day big plus. Daily specials. Reminds me of Meat & three in TN. Full menu incl Steak. Very friendly staff. Reasonable prices given you'll probably get two meals out of one. They happily give you a 2 Go Box limited seating so get there early or after busiest time for lunch. I tried other in Pontre Vedra Beach FL delicious too. read more

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I love you, Metro Diner. I have tried multiple locations, but the Hendricks one will always have my heart. It truly is where the locals eat! The menu has everything you can think of when it comes to brunch; both the breakfast and the lunch options are very extensive and varied. The Fried Chicken and Waffles & Yo Hala on the Square are a staple for Metro and worth a try. I have tried their omelettes, benedicts and scrambled eggs and they never disappoint my taste buds. This time I tried something new & sweet, Croissant French Toast with Blueberry/ Strawberry compote on the side. YUMMY! The only con this location has is the wait to get seated, especially on the weekend. I also wish they offered more coffee variety. read more

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First time here, and got takeout. The food was better than average but not great. The Shepherd's Pie was very good; the fries were awful (cold, oily and mushy with a bed of grease in the bottom of the to-go container). The proportion of the pie was well done, but the fries were a lot on the skimpy side - certainly not worth the price charged. Nor was the drink, which was the equivalent of a medium at other places, overloaded with ice and overpriced at $2.99. I would NOT recommend, and if I go again, it would be to get the pie and nothing else. Nice try, but a miss nonetheless. read more

Chicken and waffles is out of this world, the seeet chilly sauce is awesome. Service is always great

Having never been to Jacksonville I relied on Yelp to find us a reputable breakfast place near our hotel. The rave reviews and huge menu enticed us to check out Metro Diner. Parking in the tiny lot was a little tricky but we made it happen. Seems like most guests park on the neighboring streets. The diner appeared small but had extra room in the back room along bright windows. We felt welcomed upon entering by warm and friendly restaurant staff. We were enthralled when our server offered us gluten friendly menus. We had a lot of breakfast items to choose from, which was nice for a change! The coffee wasn't amazing but it did the job. I liked that she didn't refill my cup without asking first. We both ordered the American Omelette with home fried potatoes and gluten free toast. The plates were larger than life! I couldn't believe the size of my omelette and four slices of toast. The GF toast was actually so delicious I thought it was regular bread. The steak inside the omelette was shaved, which I'm not a big fan of but the generous fillings of mushrooms, onions, and cheddar were a great distraction. Loved the potatoes and side of hash browns, and really good ranch for dipping. We both left stuffed and satisfied. Cheap and convenient alternative to breakfast at our expensive hotel nearby. read more

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What is there NOT to love about metro diner? Start with the sweet hostess, I think her name is Tawny she noticed my mom looking at the tables outside and asked if we wanted to be in the fresh air. When mom said yes but she was worried about the warmth Tawny said she'd make sure we got a nice spot with great air flow. Man did she deliver! We then ordered breakfast not expecting a lot but the food was amazing! The French toast was cooked to perfection and my bacon was perfectly crisp and I didn't have to even ask for it like that. We will be back very soon! read more

OMG, where do I start! Wonderful small old fashioned diner. Great and friendly staff from start to finish. Then comes the food-beyond good: everything! Quality and quantified! Delicious! Fresh! Great coffee too! read more

Their eggs Benedict ( San Francisco ) are awesome, hashbrowns are soo good and another favorite, fruity waffle!

Metro Diner has so many fab reviews I'm wondering what more could I possibly add?! I'm pretty sure everyone already knows it was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives, but I'll throw it out there again just in case someone has been borrowing the rock I generally reside under. LOL i've had Metro Diner bookmarked for well over two years. Why in the world it took us so darn long to get around to coming here, I'll never know. And I'm still kicking myself because I could have been enjoying this amazing food for much longer than just the past 2 weeks. We've now been here twice and it has been the past two Friday mornings. This is quickly becoming a ritual for us as I'm pretty sure we'll come here again this Friday (all dependent on hubby's work schedule). I've heard this place gets really, really crowded and there can be quite the wait. It is small inside with a limited number of booths, tables, and stools at the counter. There are also a few tables set up outside. Knowing this, hubby and I have gone very early in the morning. They begin serving at 6:30am and hubby gets off work at 6am. Both times we were there around 6:45am, so we had no trouble getting a table. Parking can also be a problem. They do have a very small parking lot (if memory serves, there are only enough spaces for 8 cars), but you'll more than likely find yourself looking for a spot to park on the street. My advice is to get there as early as you can. But even if you do have to wait for a table, it is well worth the wait! I ordered the same thing both times: The Bissell Breakfast ($8.99). This comes with two eggs any style, bacon, hashbrowns or grits, toast, and a short stack of pancakes. Each time I had the grits and I substituted out the pancakes for half a Belgian waffle. I also ordered fresh strawberries on the side. My eggs I ordered over-medium. Everything was cooked to perfection. Eggs are just eggs, right? Well, I have ordered eggs over-medium countless times and I've never had them so perfectly cooked. The best Belgian waffle I've ever had was at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival. The Belgian waffle here rivals the one I had at Epcot. Yum.... Yum.... Yum! And there's so.much.food! Be very careful and don't let your eyes be bigger than your stomach because they believe in large portion sizes here! Hubby made that mistake on our first visit and he ended up taking a lot of food home. Granted, he heated it up later and it was just as good, but I'm just saying! Hubby loves corned beef hash and ordered it both times. I do not like hash. Never have. Can't stand the stuff. Well, it looked a little different here, so I decided to try it. Loved it! Yes, you heard me... the girl who hates hash loved it. So, if you are a corned beef hash fan, you absolutely must try it here! Both times we were here, our server was Joe. She is just amazing. She also really shocked and impressed me! On our second visit, after I ordered, she brought over a small bowl of sugar, sat it on the table, smiled, and said, "This is for your grits so you don't have to open all those little sugar packets." What?! I had only been here one other time and she remember that I put sugar in my grits?! Wow! See? Shocked and impressed! Absolutely impeccable service! In the future, I will always ask for Joe when we go in! She also brings us togo cups with soda. Both times we were here, one of the owners came 'round to ask us how we were enjoying everything. I always think that's a nice touch. They truly care about their customers. It's very evident. Metro Diner, I'm a fan and Woohoo... you are as good as it gets! I'm looking forward to becoming a regular! read more

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I have been a longtime Metro Diner customer and went to the St. Augustine FL location on Monday June 17th 2024. I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich with crispy hash-browns. It was somewhat bland to say the least. I also went to the original location, San Marco Jacksonville location today June 18th, 2024. This was the visit where I decided it was time to part ways with the corporate version of Metro Diner. The Julington Creek location is the closest to me. It is closest to John's home and he appears occasionally to see his old patrons. I am sure the next time I run into him out and about, I will surely provide him with this feedback. The first two locations, I will no longer be participating in the future. I know both John and Mark, the original Owners prior to them franchising out their store/brand, Metro Diner. There is no way ever a Corporation can match that of the original Owners, Mark and John. They cut so many corners and the atmosphere is so depleted since they sold out to Big Corporate. I am sorry but the little guys always win and Corporations ruin the "little guy" or family owned businesses. Corporations can never run these businesses like the original owners. They don't even come close. The 17th visit, my breakfast order was so bland and lacked flavor. Bacon is no longer thick and you can practically see through the bacon. The 18th visit was even worst. I ordered the chicken salad on a croissant with crispy fries. I asked for provolone cheese and it came out with shredded cheese and not the slice. It had one slice of tomato that was pathetic looking. Is this establishment so conscience about saving a buck that you could not afford two or three slices to fit the croissant breading? The recipe stated that it had grapes and nuts in it but they must have missed those items. I had to pop two tums immediately getting into my car togo home. We all need to remember the famous words passed down to us from our forefathers, "KISS", "keep it simple, stupid". Never let the corporate world takeover the mom and pop businesses, that is when all of the personal touch goes out of the window. read more

Really disappointed haven't been back to the original location since they went on to be corporate chain, Mark's attention to detail and flair profile has been washed from the menu. It feels like there is no life here and the quality of service and food has slid. It is a shame, the manager came over to ask how everything is was I tried to tell him how the food was not edible and he literally walked away saying he couldn't hear me. Why would you walk up to a table to get feedback if you can not hear or do not want to participate in a conversation. Times have changed. read more

Ya for diner food this place is amazing. Diners, Drive Ins and Dives led me to this gem and Yelp solidified it. The portions are large, it's fairly cheap, its got that rustic charm going for it and the service was sweet as cherry pie. The menu is so big and everything looks so good; be prepared to make difficult decisions. The biscuits and gravy. I've had better, but these were still damn good. We split this dish because it may be 1000000 calories. No joke. Two poached eggs on the side went untouched. I also had the famous meatloaf. I got in a sandwich and was way too full to mess with the bread, but the meatloaf itself, yeahhhhh buddy. You can taste the various kinds of meat that all go together so well in loaf form. I'm sure there is a wait earlier in the day, we went at about 2:30-3ish pm and so we just got to pick a table, order and be served. This amazing experience definitely leaves you too full, a few lbs heavier and pretty damn happy. Oh, HALF ORDERS. They do 'em here. They don't tell you that until after you are clutching your stomach and groaning about how much you ate and left behind on the plate. Ask beforehand. read more

I absolutely loved this place! If you plan on enjoying any of this delicious food, I suggest arriving early! There isn't a lot of seating inside or out. Also, parking may be an issue as well; the lot next to the diner is tiny and I imagine it fills up quickly! If you can overlook these things, you're in for a treat! The food is wonderful! I had Big Mike's BLT with breakfast potatoes and a side of corned beef hash. My meal was great, with the one exception being the breakfast potatoes- they left a lot to be desired! The BLT was the best I've ever had...I know, I know... It's just a blt, but it's darn good!!! The corned beef hash is awesome!!! (Way better than grumpys) I will definitely be back in the future!! read more

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Amazing is all I can say about this establishment. I wish Metro Diner was located in South Florida! First off I need to mention how great our service was. Our waiter was funny, attentive and provided exceptional service. This was the first (and probably only) time I have ever tipped 40% at a restaurant. His name was Larry, so if you come here MAKE sure you ask for him!! I ordered the Western omelette with egg whites and hash browns and my omelette was so fluffy and wonderful it was like my taste buds were praising me with thanks. The hash browns were actually shredded potatoes and they were so deliciously moist and flavorful - it was awesome! I even had a piece of fellow elite Leanna J.'s bacon and all I have to say is: OMG. The bacon was juicy and not too charred (just how I like it). Our food came out pretty fast. So fellow Yelper's, the location doesn't leave much to be desired, the coffee is good, the food is excellent as well as the service, I'd say you would be a fool to pass this place up. Next time I come to Jacksonville I will make it a point to come here regardless of where I am!h read more

Metro Diner - My amazingly fluffy delicious egg white Western omelette. Yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

A.M.A.Z.I.N.G. My friend and I walked two miles from our hotel to arrive at Metro Diner in the hot hot heat for their infamous Sunday Brunch. The thirty five minute wait and walk in the 101 degree heat was well worth it. Sweaty and exhausted, we took our seats right under the chalkboard that displays the day's specials. To the side of us is a counter top bar with old school swing stools that face the cook line where the magic happens. Cam had the chicken and waffles which are served with whipped strawberry butter and maple syrup mixed with Louisiana hot sauce. I had a bite of his waffle delight and I can't even explain the party in my mouth. I ordered the Greek omelet with their multi-grain toast and home-fries. The omelet itself was probably double the size of my stomach. Each bite was filled with feta cheese, spinach, fresh tomatoes and black olives. The service was super friendly and everything was cooked to perfection with Southern love. Please go and experience the goodness!!! read more

Metro Diner - chicken and waffles with strawberry butter!!! MMmmmmm! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Oh Yes! This is the GO TO place for breakfast in Jax! So we were Yelping along, trying to find a breakfast place near where we were staying. I came across Metro and saw that this was "where the locals eat". OK! Let's go! When we arrived we saw that this was a pretty small joint. Parking is not great, but if you can find a spot anywhere within a mile radius, take it! We walked in and were immediately greeted and shown to a small, two seater table. The menu had such a large variety of awesome looking breakfast items! I chose the Eggs Benedict w/ hollandaise on the side and home fries. OH LORD PEOPLE! This plate was huge and cooked to perfection! The eggs were perfect. The home fries were pieces of crispy goodness. The service was spot on and the food came very quickly. They have a ton of servers ready to get that hot, tasty breakfast in front of hungry guests. The guy seated next to me was LOUD! With every bite he would exclaim how wonderful it was... I'll have what he's having ;-) Actually, he has the breakfast pizza, so you may want to give that a try ;-) read more

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Oh man. So good! Came here on a Sunday for breakfast and had a great meal. The line of people outside was a bit daunting but when we put our names on the list it was only a 20 minute wait. 10 minutes later we were sitting at the bar fretting over which scrumptious dish to devour, I of course went with the most obvious choice: the 12 inch pancake challenge. Literally the best pancake I've ever had... EVERY SINGLE TIME! Are you aware there's an entire section just for eggs Benedict?! Too bad I'll never stray from my pancake obsession to try them all. I think the key is to always go with someone else and convince them to get something else you want to try and then stab a bite from their plate at your earliest convenience. The Staff? Super friendly!!!! Thanks again, y'all! I'll be back soon! read more

Metro Diner - 12 in pancake challenge. Sooooo good:) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

OMG, I AM SO GLAD WE DON'T LIVE NEAR METRO DINER...!!! I would weigh 50 more pounds if we lived near this place. The food is inanely good - big portions of fat-laden and carb-laden deliciousness at fair prices. Good service. Very busy, tables squeezed in to a small space, loud, fun. Great place. read more

10-inch chocolate chip pancake. That's all you need to know! LOVE Metro Diner. It's delicious after a long run through San Marco; it's delicious with out-of-town friends on a Saturday morning (be prepared to wait). The flavored coffee of the day is a welcome beverage to any meal. The cheese grits are oozy with cheesy goodness. The huevos rancheros are delicious. The shrimp and grits are fantastic. The breakfast pie is an artery-clogging must! And that 10-inch chocolate chip pancake...well, I digress. And it's Guy Fieri (Diners, Drive-ins and Dives) approved. Go, now! read more

Metro Diner - Aerial view of deliciousness from Metro Diner for breakfast: pancake, huevos rancheros, flavored coffee, cheesy grits... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This a a Mom & Pop Breakfast joint in all the best glory. Well loved by the locals and clearly they love their customers right back. The smell as you walk in wraps you up in waffle love and it only gets better. Great friendly service, gorgeous menu selection, and Yes! Damn good food. I had the crab cake Benedict, while my cohorts had "Red, White and Blue" and "Creamed chipped beef" Benedict. When I come back (and I will so definitely come back) I have my sites on "Yo Hala on the Square" A well earned 5 Yelp Stars. read more

I took my kid for breakfast. I had eggs while she had pancakes. My eegs were cold, toast was burnt and soft like it was taken off from someone else's plate and put in mine! My Daugther ordered pancakes - they were soggy. But with some syrup she ate it! But our server was very nice and attentive. Hence 2 stars . Will not be going back there. The enterance is very narrow and there was this woman standing right at the exit & coughing! Small hole in the wall place packed with joggers! read more

**Half orders are available on any dish for half the price of the dish plus a $1 upcharge - keep in mind that the portions are huge!** So, so glad we stopped by the unassuming side-of-the-road little house that is Metro Diner before flying out of JAX. It was recommended to me by a couple of my friends who are locals, and it did not disappoint. At 1pm on a Sunday, our party of 5 was seated within minutes - very surprising, as this seems to be the spot to be in JAX for brunch! Our waitress was extremely hospitable and also very cute. She was very helpful when we were trying to decide on our meals and was well-acquainted with the menu. I ended up ordering a half order of chicken and waffles - you have a choice of either white or dark meat... I went the unhealthy route and chose dark meat and I have no regrets whatsoever. The waitress came over and hand mixed the hot sauce and maple syrup concoction that came with the chicken and waffles right in front of me. How nice! The thigh and drumstick were fried to perfection and the batter was oh so good. The half waffle was equally scrumptious with a heaping helping of strawberry butter that I struggled to hold back on. This portion was just the right amount for me and held me over until I got back to NYC at 10pm. If you're ever in the Jacksonville area, I'd high tail it over to one of the Metro Diners in the area as soon as possible! read more

Metro Diner - Half portion of chicken and waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

the best chicken pot pie ever! trevor is the best waiter i've ever had in my 25 years of life lol

Where to start. Service - love being around people who enjoy what they are doing and have a good attitude. Seems the entire staff is infected! Server was Anastasia- great personality. Food was good from iced coffee (not in menu - just asked for it) to cheesy grits. Seriously, the cheese grits are worth mention. Had Breakfast Burger and Eggs Benedict with crab cake. It was all very good. My one comment is I prefer straight lump meat crab with Benedict - more delicate flavor and creamy ness of poached eggs isn't overshadowed. These are more like crab imperial. Very well done and nicely seasoned just not my preference with eggs. It's a Personal taste issue. read more

Metro Diner - Crab Benedict and cheesy grits. Yum - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I've been supporting my neighborhood Metro (ok and my tastebuds) and I finally had the infamous chicken and waffles. I've been watching people around me eating the dish for years and finally decided it was my turn. Let's start with bone in fried chicken. Personally, all chicken should be bone in. So much more flavor and this chicken proves it. Perfected breaded (not too much), crisp (not greasy), and nicely seasoned. Did I mention they give you half a chicken?! Crazy. Every one leaves with a to-go box. Let's not forget the waffles with their light crisp on the outside and fluffy middle. And to top it all off, they provide you with hot sauce infused maple syrup to drizzle over your entire plate. The next amazing part: strawberry whipped butter. Never would have thought of it but it's genious can't be denied. I will mention that all their other breakfast options (shrimp and grits, huevos rancheros, corned beef hash) are top notch and not to be missed. Don't forget to branch out from the seductive chicken! read more

I first tried Metro Diner around 3 weeks ago because it was recommended by my daughter who is pretty picky about restaurants. It is so good I have been back too many times to even count in such a short time. Even though there are numerous restaurants to choose from in this immediate area, I keep coming back to Metro Diner because the food and service are so excellent. I love their daily specials and everything else I've tried on the menu too. The portions are quite generous and I always end up with a take out box. Can't get enough of this place!!! Also love that you can breakfast, lunch or dinner at any time they are open. read more

I just came off a 10-hours straight drive, southward on I-95, and I needed sustenance. Driving long distance overnight take a big toll on ya, and if I would to have any energy to make it down to Key West I need some hearty and nutritious breakfast. That's when I ran into Metro Diner. Well, I did not actually RUN INTO Metro Diner, that would be quite embarrassing, especially because I was driving. Metro looked like a restaurant, but feels like a bona fide diner on the inside. Walked in, and you can sit as you please, at least the young waitress told me that, and I did just that. As I browse through the menu, and the specials on the chalkboard behind me, the nice waitress also brought me a hot cup of coffee. As I mainlined the unadulterated caffeine rush (I like my coffee no sugar no cream) the portobello omelette arrived at the table. This giant took up half the plate, loaded with the mushrooms and other goodness, with a side of fresh and crisp hash brown. Because Metro Diner and this impromptu meal, it totally set the right tune for the rest of my vacation. I guess it's true what they said, "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day." read more

Metro Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Oh. My. God. Incredible is all I can say! First off let's start by addressing how packed this place was when we pulled up (usually a good sign). So we got our names on the wait sheet. The hostess quoted us for 30-35 min but in about 15 min they had some counter seats available so we took it. Walked in & the place was super packed & busy! It puts you in the mind of a Waffle House times 5! Sitting at the counter was exciting.....we were able to see everything being made! Our server greeted us very promptly & we ordered immediately. We ordered the Monte Cristo, Huevos Rancheros, & a side of corned beef hash. Everything was ahhhhhh-amazing. My Monte Cristo was so crispy, warm, & cheesy with a dash of sweetness. I literally could not stop eating it. Some places usually have soggy Monte Cristos.... Not here! Fresh & delicious. Now I've never had corned beef hash but I figured if I'my going to try it.....it should be here. Once again another hit! MEATY, hearty, flavorful, & slightly crispy with the potatoes. Outstanding! MY date gave a thumbs up for the Rancheros. Overall, this is definitely a MUST if you're ever in the area. Amazing food, fast service, & not too expensive. The epitome of a good a diner. I will definitely be back! read more

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