Happen to stumbled into this charming little diner last weekend. From the moment you walk through the door, the warm, friendly greeting makes you feel genuinely welcome. The staff was super friendly, great has small-town hospitality vibe. Since we stopped for breakfast let's start with the coffee, absolutely fantastic. Rich, fresh, and hot - and they never let your cup get below half full. I swear the waitress had a sixth sense for it because my mug was topped off with a smile before I even realized it was getting low. You don't see that here in Miami. The portions are wonderfully generous without being ridiculous. My vegetable omelette was loaded with fluffy eggs & veges, crispy bacon, and perfectly golden hash browns - and the biscuit! Love me a good southern style biscuit! Everything tasted homemade like someone's grandma was back in the kitchen looking out for you. Best of all? The prices are incredibly reasonable, especially for the quality and quantity you get. I left feeling so FULL that my next meal was dinner. If you're looking for a cozy spot with great food, excellent coffee, and people who actually care about making your visit special, stop by this little diner. read more

Absolutely adore lil diners and this one is top notch. You get fed WELL for the money. The money of which isn't much, I fed 2 with dessert and sweet tea for less than $40. Our waitress was sweet and on top of things Even got us sweet tea for the road and the cups were massive. This was my 2nd time here and I'll be returning again n again. Tonight for me was the Chili n eggs with bacon and home fries plus I added on one of their massive pancakes. My partner got the chicken mini meal with fries and a salad. Ordered my eggs over medium, they came out barely over easy the yolk was super runny but I never hold that against anyone, eggs can be difficult which is why chefs hats have 100 pleats. Cooking eggs is a honed skill. The chili was a lil more watery than I'd like but considering the egg they went together perfectly and I used the home fries to soak it all up. My partner's chicken was still moist, not killed and this place does fried right!! Completely crunchy and golden on the outside soft and yummy on the inside. The chocolate cake was wonderfully fudgey and moist too. The pancake which is a must have on at least one of your visits has a wonderfully crispy edge with awesome fluffy interior. The decor is cool, the lil signs funny and sweet and all the pictures from the original speak to an owner appreciating their customers. Great day or night but if you're looking for late night food and you're totally over the usual suspects, definitely pop in here, you won't be disappointed and you may just end up forgetting the usual late night suspects. read more

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I don't know how they're staying in business. HUGE portions (and I'm a big eater) at ultra-reasonable prices. Must be a volume play because they're open 24/7 and it was busy at 10a. Our waitress was a doll and gave us a history of the place. Real, honest-to-goodness trucker diner with that down-home diner vibe. Definitely a must-try if you're in DeLand. read more

Definitely a local spot as our group really stood out since we had a table mostly of minorities. But the service was fast and good, no complaints there. The food was even better; got the corned beef hash omelette with home fries and toast. That was a lot of food! Potatoes could have been seasoned more, but my omelette was excellent. Would definitely return read more

I love the Diner restaurants an this definitely fits the bill. As soon as you walk in your greeted with smiles a the smell of good food. It's very cozy but still has enough tables inside an out to seat a lot. They have pictures lining the walls which I'm assuming is all the past truck drivers who have eaten there hence the name The big Rig 2. It's very cute and I love the history that I'm sure the pictures bring. The food was definitely home comfort food that was very good. My husband had the trucker with biscuits and gravy and had the 2 eggs with bacon combo with an extra side of grits. It was all very good. The biscuits and gravy definitely homemade and absolutely delicious. The grits were also really good as well. The portions are way more enough a fill you up. The prices are very reasonable for what you get. They also have daily specials that they put up on the white boards. The menu has a white selection of breakfast items, lunch items and more. There's something for everyone we will definitely find what you're looking for. Highly recommend trying them. Can't wait to go back so glad we stopped here and had breakfast. read more

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Favorite restaurant of all time. EVERYONE is super sweet, the desserts are homemade. Breakfast Philly cheesesteak is my new favorite, but the specials are always great. No matter the time of day they're kind, quick, and very welcoming. read more

We had a very long day of traveling and we were starving. We were excited to find a diner that was open 24/7 but we honestly didn't know what to expect from such a place and how the food would be that late at night. We arrived around 11:00pm and were surprised at the amount of people who were in there so late. The place was very busy. Out waitress (who happened to be the only waitress in the whole restaurant that night) was running around like a busy bee taking everyone's drink orders, retrieving drinks, taking everyone's food orders, running out the food and stopping to run the cash register. Because she was the only one working, service was a little slow but she was very nice and we didn't mind the wait. Even with it being very busy and the only one working, she managed to keep our drinks filled. We ordered the country fried steak and fried pork loin. Our meal was delicious and it really hit the spot. The atmosphere was great too with the old fashioned diner experience that I love. We will definitely eat there again the next time we are in the area. read more

Love this place for the Fried Chicken and Sweet Tea. Everytime I visit my daughter its a must go. Also its nice to find a place opened anytime. Always get there fried fish, cheese grits, biscuits and gravy, biscuits! And pancakes. Blueberry pancakes. Shocked fresh berries no specks. Also ask. For Samantha M. Or Sam. She was so good. Never had to ask for a refill. She was like a Ninja! Thank you, For once again great service and yummy food! read more

I rolled my 18 minus 14 wheeler into the parking lot. I voiced my best "PSSSHHH" air brake sound to complete the effect. Finding this place online, we had a big case of 'review envy', in a mouthwatering way. Welcomed in a Big Rig way by Bethany holding the door open for us was a real nice touch. Beth, as they call her was to be our server as well. Very impressed, I was already mind-writing this review. Understand that the menu is a teasing collection of homespun favorites mixed with intriguing combinations. Bologna, that oft-forgotten sausage plays a big role in several recipes. Grilled bologna and eggs. Egg, cheese & bologna sandwiches. Bologna grilled cheese. Etc. You can get a good ol' PB&J sandwich, with grape jelly. My Fav Fab One, also known as Beth, ordered the 4 Piece Fried Chicken Dinner. I had been considering a northern style pork cutlet sandwich. Or, a Philly Steak Hoagie and a cup of chili. Chili is awesome on a cool November day. Lots of tongue tingling choices, so many wonderful choices. But, when the 'other' Beth stepped in to take our orders, I was already imagining some Big Rig pigging out on some fine fried chicken! THE BEST fried chicken either one of us has EVER had! Sweet. Juicy through and through. Lip smacking, finger licking damn good! We were getting a lot of smiles per gallon on this poultry-leum! Ohhhhhhhhhh man! Cornbread. The cornbread raised the bar to a level that will never be matched. Think 'cornbread cake'! Moist. Sweet. Moist. Sweet. Heaven to eat. Hands down the bestest cornbread ever. By the time we put our forks down, we were in La La Land. The food. La WOW! The service. La Wow! The whole experience. Yep. La Wow! I could literally eat every meal, breakfast, lunch and dinner at this place. They are open 24/7 after all. It would be a real 'Weigh Station' expectation. Tell them John, and my Beth sent ya! read more

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I have been to the big rig two several times it's really good! They're open 24 seven and I did not realize that till just recently that's a real treat! I always have trouble trying to order something new because I love love love their pork tenderloin with mashed potatoes biscuits and gravy. It's huge so I get enough for at least two sometimes three meals out of it. Go there and you won't be disappointed in the service or the food. K C in Deland. read more

Very friendly servers, my server (can't remember her name) was absolutely amazing and would love to have her again. The overall atmosphere of the restaurant is very homey and friendly, u definitely need to give a picture for the wall. The food is absolutely excellent and the portion sizes are perfect. Amazing place read more

Open 24hrs, even on holidays (yes that includes the big ones), and the full menu available all the time? LOVE. This is a southern local diner in Deland that has one of the most extensive breakfast menus I've ever seen. We were driving home from Ocala and needing dinner on a Sunday night, when I spotted this gem and busted a U-turn! This place gives me Waffle House vibes, without the open kitchen. There were people eating, to-go orders being picked up, and a generally welcome-to-all energy. We came when the waitresses were swapping shifts, and it was nice that the one who clocked out checked on us before leaving. They have a very large menu with so many southern classics that I love. They also have specials boards around the restaurant, and tonight they had a pot roast that came with 3 sides, bread and a slice of banana cake for $15.50! Yes, that seems like a high price for a diner, but it was so much food and also they deserve to charge more in this ever increasing price market! It was worth it too. My husband got the fried chicken which was a half a chicken with 2 sides and bread. Our meals were so big, we could've shared one easily. We both have leftovers for lunch tomorrow! The food looked average but it tasted above. The pot roast was fall apart tender and the brown gravy really set it off. The mashed potatoes, yams and green beans were all solid choices and I really loved the cornbread. The banana cake was super cute and the perfect end to my meal! 100% will be back here again. read more

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The service and the food are spectacular. If we lived closer we would get more takeout from them

From Michelin starred restaurants to down home diners in one week- follow me for lots of variety in my culinary adventures! LOL Not being a Deland local, I don't know if there is a "Big Rig 1", but I kind of suspect there is. Big Rig 2 was right around the corner from where I was working this day, so I stopped in and was pleasantly surprised. For what it is, a kind of dive-y diner frequented by locals, I really liked this place. I'm from South Carolina originally, and I literally felt like I had went home and stepped back in time some thirty plus years. Fried chicken, collard greens, green beans, and Sweet Tea ( NOT "sweetened tea"- that's a Yankee word ;) ). Yummm. Everything was delicious. Don't go in expecting anything fancy, but if you like good Southern cooking and your waitresses sweet but sassy, this place won't disappoint. Next time I'm in Deland, I'll come here again! Or maybe I'll try to find "Big Rig 1" after all... read more

Want to have comfort food, hearty and good? This is the place to go. Big Rig is for Big eaters. Oh and I bet you ask for a To Go bag. Check it out!! I might be there. read more

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The food is always delicious and you get the biggest portions I've ever seen a restaurant give! It's more than worth the money. The service is very fast, whether you're dining in or getting take out. I was told it used to be a truckers diner. When you look around you can definitely see the history of it. There's plenty of very interesting articles on the wall for you to read. It's a very fast paced diner but by no means are you rushed. I came here once during the day with family and many times during my overnight shift to pick up my dinner. I usually got the special because it's a great price and lasts for a few meals. read more

The food is awesome. Great price. Went there for breakfast. The staff is very friendly and fast. It's a great place lots of trucker stuff to look at. The coffee is the best. Sausage and gravy wow the eggs are amazing . read more

Had to wait 35 minutes for hamburger that i ordered medium rare and it was well done and very dry. I was very disappointed!

always good food and good atmosphere, the pancakes are bigger than the plates!!! and the chicken tenders with honey mustard are so good and flavorful! read more

Food was amazing and our waitress was so kind and helpful! Will be going back! Their pancakes are huge!!

I've always said , you can't really screw up breakfast, well you can sure make it great !!!! I was in the mood for something more southern, I got the fisherman's breakfast , 3 big pieces of fish , one biscuit and gravy and hash browns , my buddy got the steak and eggs special . Wow everything was great and plentiful , you will not go home hungry . read more

The Big Rig 2 - Steak and eggs special ! - Diners Near Me - Deland, Florida

Disgusting and horrible making everybody's food with NO gloves on!!! Never again will i go to this place!!

Was there last week & was sitting where I could view the grill area. The 2 people working the grill were not wearing gloves while handling sandwich bread. Sweat was pouring off their foreheads. Very gross! read more

Good food for cheap prices and decent service. Nice diner atmosphere and friendly staff.

Excellent food- Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich I've also had cheeseburger, Fries,Chili. Their platter size Pancake and breakfast All were really good read more

Liver and Onions Liver and Onions was a delicious and nutritious meal . Excellent service and food. read more

I love this place! What a great experience from start to finish! When we arrived we were worried that our large group couldn't fit, but the staff went above and beyond to get us seated and served together. I can't stress enough how friendly everyone was! There were so many choices for food it was hard to decide, but we each got something different. Everything was delicious snd the portions were quite healthy. Word of caution- if you order the pancake be very hungry! The pancake hangs off the plate it is so big! I'm not sure we will be eating lunch today - we are happily full! Don't miss this gem for breakfast! read more

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Good food fast service and friendly people. Usually have breakfast but lately late lunch or early dinner. Great home style meals that will satisfy anyone read more

When your waitress warns you you're getting a "big honkin pancake" you best heed her warning. Very much a southern truck stop/locals type of spot and I love that. The waitresses seemed to know the majority of the customers well and I often consider that a sign of a good establishment. The menu is extensive with a few things you don't see every day like a giant Midwest pork tender, fried catfish on the breakfast menu, and "steakhash" which we found out is hand shaved beef (like a Philly cheesesteak) fried up with potatoes and onions. I ordered the country breakfast which was two eggs, choice of meat, and the previously mentioned "big honkin pancake". My only major criticism is that the pancake came out quickly and our eggs came out about 5 minutes later. But it was fluffy yet chewy, crispy edges, buttermilky and delicious. And yes, it was definitely a big honkin pancake nearly off the edge of the plate. I judge country diners on their gravy and unfortunately it was just ok. It was more of a milk and pepper gravy with a few bits of sausage. Potatoes were cooked well and the scrambled eggs were creamy but not wet. My father had the steakhash and eggs which could have used a tad more seasoning but was a delightful change from canned corned beef hash (which they do have). Fun fact, they make FRESH corned beef hash after St Patrick's Day using the leftover corned beef! Definitely intrigued by the lunch and dinner menu, and loved the energy of the place, inviting and chill, so we'll definitely be back! read more

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First time ever there. Took my elderly mother to lunch figured we would try it. The food was very good and the portions were great. I told her it was our first time there. But the waitress had a issue with us from the time we set down. Never came to check on us ,never asked if we needed refills, never asked if we needed anything. . she sat our food down and walked away Did the same with the check... not even ask if we wanted a box to take what my mom had left over... And we were very polite to her.. I just don't understand The food was good enough that I will return.. But we will never set in her area ever again.. #JustPlainRude. #girl with brown hair and braces. Do better or stop waitressing. read more

We love this place we sit outdoors because it is a smaller on the inside! The food is always good. I always order the patty melt and cheese tots. I had the clam chowder soup today and it was good. Just need a little salt and pepper. They were super busy but the servers got our orders quick and one of them remembered us which always nice! They have good prices and large portions which is great if you want to bring stuff home. read more

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The Big Rig has always been good... total diner style... Thanksgiving is a feast... recommend it anytime .. breakfast, lunch or dinner

So while staying in Deland while house hunting, this became my favorite breakfast place. It doesn't look like much on the outside... or the inside to be honest, but this is where the locals come and the service is super friendly. Plus the owner was present most of the days I was there which is always a nice thing to see. I went several times so I tried a variety of dishes... First off, I am going to say that one of the reasons I took a point off is that the grits have no flavor. I asked for them with cheese and then had to still salt them... if you're going to call yourself a "Southern Diner" I expect a little pizzazz in your grits... On to the food: the first day I tried the half pound of steak tips special. The steak was tender, and they had Heinz 57 sauce which is always a plus in my book. I had them with eggs and grits with cheese plus raisin bread. Very yummy and filling. Again, steak could have used a bit of seasoning, but otherwise still good. The second day I tried the chicken fried steak.... with, eek, brown gravy. Firstly, I was very impressed when the waitress told me she sent back the first steak because it looked "too dry." The chicken fried steak I was brought was just right. Nicely seasoned and tender and adding brown gravy... wow... again, eggs and grits with cheese... good. On day three I tried the pork cutlet. It was ok. A little on the drier side and the breading made me think these are probably frozen and then tossed in the fryer to cook. My usual eggs and grits but this time I tried the white gravy and it was pretty good - thick with peppery spice and bits of sausage. Finally, on day four I had the fried chicken and french toast. You get a half chicken (wouldn't allow for all dark meat) but the pieces were small enough so it wasn't overtly filling. The french toast was a little disappointing as when I read "Texas toast" it congers images of large thick slices of bread, which these weren't. Also, I didn't get a flavor of cinnamon or other spices in the egg dip, so kinda flat in taste. Still, I give this place 4 stars for the service, for the things they do right, and for the atmosphere... I like they have a 24 hour open menu so you can have what you like when you want it. I'll have to come back and try lunch some time... also, you have to give them props for staying open after a tornado tore through their property damaging their roof, their road sign and some cars in the parking lot... I learned a lot of information as people came in and out about the damage the tornado had done. read more

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The experience was alright. Waitress was a lil dry and lacking all joy. Food was good, those pancakes are huge! An I mean could feed a family of 10 huge! The portions for the meals are huge as well! A kids tenders is like 6 tenders! The food taste wise I'd give it a 3.5 to 4 stars. Over all the ambiance was chill. Kinda small in there so if you have more then 6 people good luck. If you want to experience big food in a little place this is your jam! If Waffle House and I hop had a baby with growth problems! read more

I am an absolute sucker for small town diners. This did not disappoint. I have been back a few times and have tried something different each time. Everything has been very tasty. Their portion sizes are very large which is nice when you have a bunch of kids that can split it. Service has been great as well. This has become our new favorite go to spot for anytime of the day. read more

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A guys diner. I felt out of place because I didn't drive in with a truck LOL! Over all very good grub. Large portions and friendly staff. I'll be back when I work out that last meal I had. Oh and it's open 24 hours. read more

The Big Rig 2 - Big Rig 2 - Diners Near Me - Deland, Florida

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Good for Breakfast- Huge menu with a variety of item and pretty fast service. Knocked one star - Pepsi Product & no sourdough toast. read more

The Big Rig 2 - Biscuits and gravy - Diners Near Me - Deland, Florida

The Big Rig 2 does not take chances on their menu, sticking more to the usual items and there is nothing fancy about this place, however, with that being said, there is something about sticking to the familiar comfort food you grew up with and dining in rather humble surroundings where you can focus not on pretense or culinary etiquette, but more on the food and the people that you are sharing that meal with. I would definitely recommend a visit here. read more

Passing through and thier sign caught my eye "Pile of Gizzards so rolled the dice and put the hammer down and grabbed a to go bag and some collard greens I grew up on home cooking so know when they are done right and I have to give this place a Big 10-4!! The only drawback was they forgot to put some hot sauce in the bag so I had to struggle through without the burn which was not a problem the breading was spot on will definitely make this my 10-20 when I roll into town to drop a load read more

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I have lived in Deland for 4 years. The Rig 2 was the first restaurant where I ate. I like their food. The waitresses are always nice. My issue? This is the 3rd or 4th time that I've ordered per the online menu and ended up paying more at the counter. My last order may be my last. When I asked the cashier why my pork cutlet sandwich and fries cost more than the menu, she scoffed and said,"The online menus are out of date. You can't go by those." Well, silly me. I paid $18+ dollars and didn't even order a drink. The online menu says the pork cutlet sandwich is $7.95. Fries are supposed to be $2.95. Okay, but it's actually $18+. Sadly, I am on a fixed budget and won't be ordering there again soon. read more