Yes Norma's! OC is so lucky to have you! Authentic, down home homemade like meals , breakfast, lunch and dinner. And the pies are all so delicious! My 90 y/o mom gets pie no matter what meal! We enjoy the wait staff who are thoughtful and timely. Just a great place to eat and hang out. I didn't give 5 stars because the parking is more limited causing us to choose not to eat there if there's no spot to park in the lot or even close by. read more

Dined in at this spot during covid - they had capacity restrictions in place and we had a short wait, approximately 20 min or so. This is a true diner. Older leather booth seats, diner tables, and diner quality food. We were very happy with our service, and the food was great. Will be back! read more

Norma's Cafe - Two Eggs & Chopped Steak Breakfast - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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The food was good. the service was awesome. GIZMO waited on us and was one of the best servers we've had at Norma.

This was my experience with Norma's café. In a nutshell, do not go to this place. Upon entering there was no hostess and just a sign in sheet as I was signing in a waitress by the name of "gizmo "said "everybody get outside it's too packed now!" She proceeded to be absolutely rude to everyone in the front. Once our name was called, we sat down in our section unfortunately "gizmo "was our server. She dropped menus off and took at least 15 to 20 minutes just to bring a Diet Coke and a cup of coffee. We finally placed our orders for brunch. Food took about 30 minutes to get to us, gizmo never came back to the table to fill drinks or check on us at all. When she did return, it was only to say "are y'all ready to pay now? " the complete lack of service and food quality was horrendous. In fact, the AC vent hanging above our table was put together with clear duct tape and was falling down. So in a nutshell, service, one out of 5, food 2 out of 5 and ambience -0 read more

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Visiting from CA. Had breakfast at Normas Cafe and Gizmo was our waitress. Gizmo was the BEST waitress, great service with a great attitude. We stayed downtown Dallas, we had a 16-20 minute drive in a snowstorm, however well worth the drive. The service was prompt and food delicious southern style home cooking. Cost of our bill for for was $45.00 and well worth it. I would highly advise you take the drive if you want a great experience. This place has history (1956) and gives back to the local community in many way. Love the back story read more

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Gizmo was awesome! Great customer service! She was very attentive to our order! Always kept checking on our table ... recommend this place . Very clean and the food is amazing. read more

Always good food here. Stopped by for breakfast 2 of us. With different plates, I had the chicken fried steak breakfast, and the Mr had the Normas plate.Chicken Fried Steak read more

Norma's Cafe - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I was there with my family (party of 10, including senior adults and young children). We waited 45 minutes to be seated, watched other parties who arrived after we did be seated and leave before us. Eventually the waitress came to tell us that the restaurant was having a plumbing issue and would be unable to serve us. Management had this information, yet withheld it from us in hopes that the issue would resolve. The message was given to us by the waitstaff, and not the manager who made the call. The manager came and spoke to us only when we requested he do so. Had we been notified that it was a possibility that we would not be seated or served when management knew about the issue, we could have made a decision that would better accommodate our family's needs and not wasted our morning. read more

The flavor of the food was good, everything was flavorful. All of our food was cold (including the coffee, odd) and we didn't get the best service. The cafe was busy but not overwhelming, it gave old school diner vibes which was nice. I would come back if invited, read more

This is one of the best classic diners that you can go to for some good food. If I could afford it, I would go there every morning for breakfast. The place is generous with its portions, and the amount of food in just one serving is enough to tag you out. However, show up hungry enough that you have room for dessert for what I believe is one of the best things there. That being their giant cinnamon rolls, with just one being the size of the plate they just used to serve you. I do recommend you eat while it's still hot and fresh, that being the best time to eat of course. As for the place, it has some great decor, my favorite being all the interesting stuff on the wall(army ones my fav). Not forgetting the service, even when there are quite a good amount of people. Your food will still come quickly and hot while still look read more

Norma's Cafe - Chicken Fried Chicken covered in gravy, 2 Eggs Any Style with Biscuits, and hashbrowns - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

The food at Norma's Cafe in Oak Cliff is amazing. It is home style cooking and the food is always delicious. Their homemade biscuits, corn bread muffins and rolls are absolutely the best! The staff is very friendly and polite. You will not leave being disappointed! read more

I was curious about trying this place since I heard it was good right?? I ordered an omelette during breakfast and I ate it from one side. When I was getting full I decided the cut the rest in half and I literally found a strand of black hair in between the (goat? Feta?) cheese and egg part .it wasn't mine because I have dyed ash blond hair. Ruined my appetite and I just paid and left hella quick. Pls avoid :((( read more

Went here with my mother and couldn't stop smiling. Our waitress Gizmo made the entire experience. The food came out quick and the coffee was strong. What more could you ask for? Thank you again for the laughs Gizmo! read more

food was so good i usually never finish my plate but it was delicious. aside from that i also never get dessert but i couldnt resist their blackberry cobbler. amazing place read more

Outstanding place to eat! Always busy at this location, so expect a crowd. They have a very good variety on the menu. From breakfast, to lunch, to dinner items, they have it all. It's an older building so it's a little outdated, but that's what gives it that great diner feel to it. A little small on the inside as well, but they help accommodate to how many is in your party. read more

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Came in for pancakes and was greeted by the lovely and caring Gizmo! Always makes me feel welcomed. Thanks for the hospitality

Saw Norma's Cafe featured on a Fox & Friends TV segment and had to try it while in Dallas for a convention. This place was amazing! The breakfast was delicious; my husband had an Old Number 7 (biscuit, eggs, bacon, gravy, topped with another biscuit) and I had an omelet, bacon, and the BEST biscuit I have ever eaten! We ordered one of their famous Cinnamon Rolls as a starter... delicious but we couldn't even eat half of it, it was so BIG. Gizmo was our waitress and she was a treat, with endless coffee and conversation. She took our order as soon as we had read through their extensive menu. She was so friendly and accommodating. We purchased a large salad and club sandwich to take back to our hotel for lunch and she recommended their peanut butter pie. Thank you, Gizmo, it was delicious. We would go back again in a heartbeat! read more

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I went for brunch with a friend whose been there before. It was amazing. I grew up eating southern-style breakfast when I lived in East Texas and this definitely reminded me of home. I got the #5 essentially they chop a biscuit in half put the bottom part on a plate then put an entire potato worth of hash browns on top, followed by eggs, thick bacon, cheese, chicken tenders, white gravy, butter, then the top of the biscuit. It was SO good. I was stuffed when I left. The biscuit was dense but perfect to help soak the gravy up. The chicken was seasoned very well and extremely moist in the inside. It was fried chicken but the breading was light and fluffy. The entire ensemble went well together, albeit a bit bland for my taste. I added some salt and pepper and it brought out those flavors very well. My friend got the same thing I did except without the chicken...weirdo. We both got soft drinks which were good but not as crisp as I would have liked them to be. They do have nugget ice which is always a nice touch. The restaurant itself is cute and a little crowded. We sat in a booth and the noise level was very appropriate. The checkout counter is at the front door so there is often a little bit of congestion. There is limited parking out front but nearby businesses allow you to park close to the restaurant. Overall tasty, moist, and beautiful food. Definitely don't come if you're on a diet, this place is not keto-friendly. But that's what I wanted good ol'southern fixins. read more

Norma's Cafe - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Food was mediocre at best. Pancakes where really good, has browns burnt, asked for sausage for bacon bacon was cold. Service was fine. I wouldn't recommend coming on a sunday at lunch. I would imagine the everything in general would be better on a weekday. read more

The food's good, and it's one of our go-to places in Oak Cliff. But pay attention when they take your card. The last time I was there my waitress ACCIDENTALLY charged me twice because her card reader was on the fritz, and after trying for days to get Norma's and their processing vendor to clear it, I finally gave up. Simply dying batteries or a malfunctioning reader? Probably, but trying to remedy the situation finally led to me having to cancel the card and get a new one, which is a major pain. read more

If you want hair in your food and drink come on down. If you want to wait 30+ minutes (and only 2 other people are there) to get your check come on down. Last but not least if you want your server to not take a single plate off your table even if its crowded and you have placed it nicely and conveniently so they can take it away come on down. Honestly had high hopes but was left very disappointed. read more

Norma's was delicious today for lunch!!! We had a variety of meals, and they were all customized and delicious. My mother in law is picky and bossy and the wait staff met every expectation. We will be back for a southern home cooked meal! read more

Home style dining. Big portions. Freshly baked pies and a fun hole in the wall diner!! Love it read more

Norma's Cafe - Happy birthday babe!! Remembrance of 9-11!! We had a steak and egg and a chicken fried chicken brunch!! - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Our waitress, Gizmo, was so much fun! Oh, she was also extremely helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, and patient with a table of travellers who were new to their vast and interesting menu. The food was fantastic. We got a meat lover's omelette, chicken fried steak, Norma's Favorite Breakfast, and of course, a Big Ol' Cinnamon Roll. You may want to order one of these bad boys for the whole table, but don't skip it. The only thing missing is a treadmill. We will be back before we leave town. read more

Norma's Cafe - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Everything was great.. we were in from NY and tried Norma's for breakfast. Food was great and waitress gizmo was fantastic read more

Norma's Cafe - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

29 Oct 23 - visited the one on 75 by North Park. Service was absolutely horrid. Waiter was serving other people food despite them having arrived long after us. Many orders and plates were piled up sitting at the warming lamps. Waiter took over 20 minutes just to take drink order, then another 10 to bring them out. Sat and waited on food for over 40 minutes. When we finally decided it had been too long we went to pay for the coffee we drank and the manager had the audacity to ask us how many were in our party as if we had just arrived. That let's you know all you need to about how she is not on top of things. None of the staff cared. The place is nothing like it was 4 years ago. Coffee was cold. Bad service. Bad everything. read more

Just good basic breakfast food. Not a fancy place but the service is tops. I also like the Chicken Fried Steak with three sides!! This is a good place to eat if you are going to a show at the Kessler. read more

Norma's Cafe - Dining area at Norma's - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I love that taco salad. The food here is like home cooking. I will be back for something with gravy read more

The food is nice and fresh, ordered to serve. The service is great and the restaurant is clean. I had a burger and sweet potato fries. My mate had a double cheese burger with hot fries. Will visit again. read more

For someone that has eaten here countless times... I have to say that the delivery food has to be cooked somewhere else, it just has to be. Today was my 3rd time ordering delivery in the last year and there's been issues with every order. Today my son's country fried steak was tough (I had to use a cutting knife) and he only ate a few pieces, the batter came off s a whole (it completely peeled off) . The previous time he got chicken fried chicken instead of steak. I'm just convinced that in order to enjoy a good meal you have to go to the restaurant. read more

Norma's Cafe - Country fried steak breakfast.. batter peeled completely off, steak was tough/raw (hard to cut/chew) - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

One our way back to Houston today (3/17) we found this little gem of a place. The food was delicious and filling (again forgot to take a picture). Hubby had the meat lovers omelette and the kids and I had the Belgian waffles. They we light and fluffy. Gizmo was out waitress her service was friendly, welcoming, and delightful. She made us feel like we were at home. When we come back to Dallas this will be a spot to definitely stop. read more

Food was delicious, but service was better. Decided to stop here on our way back home to Houston. Our server was Gizmo and she was great. Very welcoming. read more

Loved our breakfast and the homey feel of this place. Very reasonably priced and we highly recommend for an excellent breakfast. read more

Norma's Cafe - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

it's not seasoned. Mashed potatoes were runny. It was really bad. The only thing good was the black pepper. chicken fried chicken was soft and tasteless. The cream gravy didn't have any flavor no matter how much salt and pepper we put on it. read more

I couldn't wait to go here and sure wasn't disappointed. I loved everything I ate! Will definitely be returning.

Came for dinner. Food was bland, sorry to say overrated. Will stick to Cotton Patch. Waitress was very sweet, great customer service though! Maybe breakfast will be better read more

i used to come here ever since i was a little kid and the atmosphere hasn't changed a bit i love how they stayed homey after all this time. recently after many years of not visiting, i had my boyfriend come here for some of our anniversaries and after he decided every friday for about 3 weeks he wanted to eat there and thats what we did. we would get chicken tenders and macaroni and he says the macaroni is super good but i prefer the mashed potatoes and green beans more. the rolls are also so good and soft on the inside i love them! the service is also usually fast if its not a weekend, if its a weekend it will be slow but it's understandable because normas gets busy. read more

Norma's Cafe - Chicken Tenders, Belgian Waffle - Southern Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I come here often to eat some breakfast items mainly the Mexican dishes they're very yummy and it's always packed, I will stretch out to eat more variety but for now the breakfast menu has my heart read more

Norma's Cafe has the best blackberry cobbler ever. ok got that out the way... Went to the VA hospital Saturday afternoon and decided to find a diner for breakfast/brunch. Yelp found Norma's Cafe. The reviews were pretty good so i said why not. I ordered the steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy with grits and the big cinnamon roll. The waitress was very attentive and the food was very delicious. I have already recommended this establishment to others, it's that good... read more

Homemade food from scratch, great atmosphere as well. Waitstaff very friendly and welcoming !! Highly suggest stop by and try.