I've eaten at a lot of restaurants in my life, but nothing compares to the experience we had. Yes,…read morethe food was phenomenal. Yes, the ambiance was perfect. But let's be honest: this place runs on one thing and one thing only, Josh. From the moment we sat down, Josh didn't just "serve" our table. He orchestrated it. The man moves like a hospitality ninja. Water glasses never dropped below the halfway mark. Empty plates disappeared as if teleported. He anticipated our needs before we even knew we had them. At one point, I casually considered ordering another drink, and somehow Josh was already walking toward the table with it. Telepathy? Probably. When we asked for recommendations, he didn't just list menu items, he delivered a passionate, Oscar-worthy monologue about flavor profiles, textures, and life-changing sauces. We ordered exactly what he suggested, and I'm convinced my taste buds ascended to a higher plane. If Josh told me to try something I've sworn I'd never eat, I'd trust him without hesitation. The food itself? Incredible. Perfectly cooked, beautifully plated, and clearly crafted with care. But somehow it all tasted better because Josh brought it to the table. I'm not saying he seasoned it personally... but I'm also not ruling it out. He handled a packed dining room with the calm confidence of someone who was born for this. Other servers were great but it was hard to notice anyone else while witnessing Josh in his element. It felt less like dinner and more like watching a masterclass in hospitality. By the end of the night, we weren't just satisfied customers, we were Josh fans. If this restaurant has any sense, they'll put his face on the menu, the sign, maybe even the building. Five stars for the food. Five stars for the atmosphere. Ten stars for Josh. We'll absolutely be back, mostly to see Josh.

Amazing food with friendly service! The lady that waiting on me was so very knowledgeable and made…read morea good recommendation on what I should eat. I had the chicken fried steak. So good!

Great family diner in a small strip mall. Decorated cute, with awesome staff, great food, and fast…read moreservice. The biscuits and pancakes are both delicious. Eggs well cooked and special requests were happily accommodated.

Had a cheesesteak here, was good, but would have like it toastier and chips crispier. Went back for…read morepancakes, egg and bacon (asked for well done, and got it). I shall return.

One of our favorite local brunch places! It's a diner and feels and looks exactly like what you'd…read moreexpect...just a little nicer. Go-to orders include the Chicken Fried Chicken, omelets, and breakfast bowl. They also make a mean Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Their coffee is decent enough & better than some, with flavored & sugar-free creamer pods on the table. The pancakes are huge and tasty too. The service has always been top-notch. We definitely have some favorite waitresses, but all of them are great and good at taking care of you.

I went with a friend on a Sunday Morning at 11: am. It kinda…read morea diner setting. The place was packed. I looked forward to great food. We had a 25 minute wait. Our server was Chyian I ordered the Haddock tray with fries. 25.00 My friend ordered the steak and eggs 25.00 . I also ordered hot tea The server brought me a cup of water and no teabag. After I asked she brought a tea bag and I discovered the cup of water was cold. After a while I got her to bring me a cup of hot water. My fish was grease soaked Fries were pale and lukewarm, The second batch of fries were delicious and crispy. My friend got grits which tasted watery and were lumpy. The over easy egg was kinda browned and crispy around the edges. I thought it wasn't their best effort especially for the price Kinda disappointing

Food was delicious! We got the chicken tenders and the pork chop entrees. Tez, our waitress was…read moreawesome. The service was great and the food came out quick! Loved it! Meals are under $15. Sandwiches even less.

Very clean and welcoming atmosphere. The waitresses were friendly and the service/ food was fast…read more My eggs were good quality and cooked over medium perfectly. Nice diner.

Stopped on during my travels. It's an unpretentious little place, parking us in back so it looked…read moredeserted but was open with a good amount of customers. I had a turkey club, it was delicious. Also a side of their made by hand potato salad. It was made with red potatoes, eggs and mayo- just the way I like it, especially the red potatoes. I shall return for sure!

Dixon Diner 1312 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa, FL 32922…read more 4 Stars I am on a great roll with service this month. Vanessa is my server here, and she is number three in a row of outstanding service. Job well done, Vanessa! Dixon Diner in Cocoa, FL, is in a wonky location that the average traveler may miss. Let me tell you, that would be a mistake, as the food is great. But I get ahead of myself. I asked Vanessa for a two-egg breakfast with chopped steak, eggs over medium, hash browns, and the Southern breakfast staple of a biscuit with sausage gravy. The place was pretty barren, as you can see by the pictures; I assume it's the location. As such, my food was out in no time. Look at the pictures. Look at them! If a picture could talk, this one would be saying, "Flavor, flavor, flavor." The chopped steak is made to order and gigantic in size. The seasonings are complex and full of tastiness on the palate. The toast is aptly buttered and blissful with the egg yolk. The line cook nailed the over-medium eggs this morning, as they were perfect. Well done, Sir and/or Madam! It was all I could do to stop eating the chopped steak and eggs as they were that good, but I was here for a job. Looking again at the pictures, you can see how laden with sausage that gravy is. The gravy was outstanding. I would put that up against anyone's Me-maw and let the chips fall where they may. While the gravy was top-notch, the biscuit was not so much. It wasn't bad, just not on par with the rest. The Big Boy says, "This is some great grub at a great price. Highly recommend.

Umpas is a great breakfast place. Always has been. A typical neighborhood, home cooking, Mom & Pop…read morediner in every sense of that word. We met our contractor there to review some details, and I ordered the hamburger not expecting much. I was 100% surprised. It is large. On a real fresh bun that does not squish into a nothing ball of dough. They cook to order so rare or medium rare is an option unlike almost everywhere outside of home who only serves well-done. It was obvious the meat was fresh not frozen. No fancy decor, but neighborhood homey and pleasant right down to the home-made curtains. The focus is good food. The burger was delicious, and I took half of it home completely satisfied. This is now my go to burger place. Priced for the workingman.

Merritt Island is blessed to have several outstanding breakfast restaurants - this is definetly not…read moreone of them. The interior is shabby, severely dated, and not very clean. The service was laughably unfriendly. The "waiter" was wearing his pajamas and clearly did not want to be there. When he bothered to speak he mumbled so low we thought we were being pranked. It must be a family member because not business would otherwise send this fellow out to meet the public. As a side bar - the food was below average. As noted, there are many better options on the island.

Debbie's Diner is a GREAT breakfast stop or lunch until 2 PM AND Thursday and Friday evening dinner…read more4- 7 PM. Their "Dive In breakfast" is our favorite and generous enough for two to share - 3 eggs, ham and bacon and sausage along with hash browns or potato pancakes or grits, toast, or bagel or English muffin and sausage gravy AND one coffee!!!! $13.95 Great service, small-town diner feeling, friendly, family-owned staff - Debbie's cookin' in the kitchen and daughter & granddaughter serving up their great breakfast, lunch and dinner choices. And you can sign up for their "rewards" program too! Try them, you will love it!

What we ordered : 1…read moreGrilled Salmon over Rice Broccoli 1 Country Fried Steak Lunch Collard Greens Mashed Potatoes 1 Kid Chicken Tender Rice 1 Kid French Toast Peaches Sub Pancake 1 Mushroom Swiss Burger Med Rare Honestly the review was based solely on the service, our server was so sweet and kind even when explaining how the rice was not available but I will say the food isn't seasoned so come prepared with your little seasoning pouches or they have a few on the table handy. The vibe here is definitely old school diner vibes and gives off a homemade wholesome feel.

As a new local, this was my first time at Southern Charm...and the high star rating I found to be…read moreWELL deserved. The waitress recommended the chicken and waffles as they hand bread the chicken breasts and fry them in strips. Unbelievably delayed (maybe best chicken strips ever) but added to the thick, dense waffle and maple syrup?!? WOW The portion was massive so I now have lunch to eat later too. I also must mention the vibe was chill and friendly (no cranky early morning people here!) And the food came super fast. Plenty of time to eat and get to work!

Southern Charm Cafe truly lives up to its name! This delightful little café has that old-school…read moreFlorida charm that makes you feel right at home the moment you walk in. The menu is extensive with plenty of choices for everyone. I ordered an omelet with bacon, onions, peppers, and feta cheese, along with grits and one of their homemade biscuits. Let me tell you--that biscuit with butter and honey was heavenly! The grits were perfectly cooked and delicious whether you like them savory or sweet. Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The food was amazing, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the experience was everything I hoped for. If you're looking for a great breakfast spot, do yourself a favor and stop by Southern Charm Cafe. You will not be disappointed!