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    Nelson's Diner

    4.3 (348 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Inside. Lots of Elvis in the building!!
    Beth P.

    I stopped in today, planning to enjoy a quiet meal. The food has always been solid here, and I've appreciated that in the past. But what I heard while sitting there changed everything. Some of your staff and regulars were loudly laughing and bragging about their visit to Alligator Alcatraz. They talked about buying merch. About how "wild" it was. About how fun it all seemed. Let me be absolutely clear: Alligator Alcatraz is a concentration camp. It's not quirky. It's not controversial. It's a state-sanctioned site of cruelty and abuse, built on stolen land in the Everglades to cage human beings--many of whom are simply seeking safety. People inside are denied basic hygiene. They're being bitten by bugs in tents with no protection. They're served food with maggots. Lights are kept on 24/7 to break them. And your staff? Were laughing. About that. In public. So no--I won't be back. Not unless there's a clear, public statement from ownership condemning that behavior and confirming that the employee involved no longer works there. Because once a restaurant becomes a place where cruelty is background noise? The meal is over.

    Biscuits and Gravy
    Julia P.

    Everything you'd expect from a diner and more. Ample parking, plenty of seating & only of the only restaurants we ate that weekend to offer a high chair for our toddler. The food itself was amazing. I've only had Taylor pork rolls from NJ and this one brought me back, it was exceptional. I didn't try the biscuits and gravy but it was all good, classic, affordable dinner food. Service was quick and friendly.

    Iñaki R.

    Great local diner that we discovered for the first time for lunch. The chicken noodle soup was full of chunks of veggies and chicken. The chicken melt and reuben were delicious and not greasy. Have to come back for breakfast.

    The Memphis Platter
    Kendra W.

    Still one of my family's favorite breakfast spots. Even after it was sold, and sold again, now to the current owner, I love that the original vibe is still there. I feel the current owner, Kent, is definitely community oriented and enjoys what he does. The staff is great and work well as a team. The food is still consistently good, and has better waffles than most places according to my son. Definitely try the Memphis Platter, it's a popular dish!

    Witches hats hanging from ceiling.
    Jerry W.

    Ruben omelet w/ rye toast is great. Service by Amber is attentive w/ the whole team pitching in when nearby. Special compliment to the owner: take home box is NOT PLASTIC ‼. The diner atmosphere includes nice music.

    Two for the money w grits no meat (near), three for the money w bacon (far)
    Dee B.

    Delicious. I've been twice for breakfast w my bf and it has not failed to feel and taste like a home cooked meal. The waitresses were friendly and attentive. It's a smallish place with outside seating,, it seems to get packed on weekend mornings. Fair prices, so you can tip the servers well...here has diverse family oriented laid back crowds, a nice alternative to other pricier breakfast spots.

    Corn beef hash, eggs, biscuit, and hash brown.
    Dennis M.

    One of the best mom and pop restaurants in Pompano Beach with a staff that makes you feel at home. The Memphis has delicious corn beef hash, eggs, hash browns, and delicious home made biscuits. Just like Grandma use to make. The 60s dinner looks and feel is wonderful and takes you back to a carefree times. If you are in the area stop by.

    Driiinks
    Laura P.

    Service was great such a cute throw back to the 50s loved all the options and they even have mimosas. Tried the Nelsons platter all was great but the gravy was a disappointment as it seemed to be canned rather than made fresh :(. I didn't eat that part but the wheat toast and the eggs were great. My bf had the chicken fried steak took the gravy off and did enjoy his too. Small place with lots of charm

    View from the counter
    Adam N.

    My favorite diner in the area! The servers are caring, efficient, and delightful -- always checking in about any needs, from coffee to hot sauce. I always go for either the "Two for the Road" or the "Three to Get Ready," which include generously-sized pancakes of several varieties. The banana nut and seasonal pumpkin pecan pancakes are awesome, and I also appreciate the availability of both milk and flavored creamers for the coffee. The old-fashioned feel of the diner includes 50's Hollywood nostalgia (e.g., Elvis galore!) and a counter for those of us who tend to dine solo. I'm grateful to have Nelson's in my vicinity, as it's become a consistent and joyful part of my week.

    Flat 3egg omelet, greasy hash browns, and a biscuit. Sad little breakfast

    Not every local restaurant is great. This one baffles me that it's so busy. I guess these people have never had a decent omelet, but looking around, Noone was ordering omelets. I now know why. It was lackluster at best and wet. Cheddar cheese usually has a flavor. And so does ham. I couldn't tell. But the raw onions sure did. I've always had onions sautéed before. Best to ask next time. The hash browns, skip. Greasy. And my biscuit, nothing to write home about. So far, the most expensive omelet that McDonald's could have made better.

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    Delicious breakfast. Great service. Fun 50s decor. Yummy thin pancakes and well made grits!

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    Kristen and the Cooks here will do you right! Classic diner realness. Reasonable prices so tip BIG$LY

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    4 years ago

    Descent food fair price and you won't leave hungry wait staff helps each other so the service is on point

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    Better than other diner type food. Go there about once a month because it is close to work and economical

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    The food is always good and plentiful. The service is friendly and attentive. Has the vibe of a fifties diner.

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    No frills type place. Service was efficient, and the food was well priced and filling, no complaints.

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    The best Diner in Pompano beach !!! Great food great service!! A real throwback a must do !!! I grew up in pompano !!

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