The food was exceptional. The beef vegetable soup was loaded with chunks of beef and vegetables…read more Very flavorful!! Had BLT that was heavy on the bacon. Sadly was too full for homemade pies, that were on display in the refrigerated case. They looked amazing! Service was great! Highly recommend.

I'd give it 3.5 stars. Definitely a classic cozy country diner - servers were great - very friendly…read moreand helpful. Hubs and I both ordered one of the specials. I had the French Onion burger and he had beef tips. He enjoyed the beef tips and rice and pickled beets but was less enthused about the cornbread. The burger was ok but was very greasy (I mean....I might have expected that at a country diner but it was a bit much for me - the bun was soggy with grease. The fries were nothing special and actually had several burnt bacon pieces in them (maybe fryer remnants?) We took a slice each of coconut cream pie, blueberry pie and apple pie home with us - the blueberry was definitely the standout.

Amazing lunch on the lake. Best in town!! This local family is so committed to quality food and…read moreservice. Also their Happy Hour has crazy good prices.

Walked in when I was having quick lunch with a friend who was working in the area, I had heard good…read morethings and wanted to try it out, however time was limited. I was sat very quickly, and the place seemed quite popular which was a good sign. Ordered some fried green tomatoes and catfish bites as they were the special of the day. While the fried green tomatoes were very good and crispy, as were my fries, the fish was definitely "questionable". It had a slightly off flavor and smell, I normally would have spoken up, but once again I was in a time crunch. My dining companion really liked his food at least, and the server was fast and attentive. So it wasn't a total loss. Addendum; I did not suffer any "gastrointestinal distress" so while the fish definitely wasn't outright bad, it was probably right on the edge of it.

Came here one day during a planned day out in Mt. Dora. A quaint little town northwest of Orlando…read more There's shopping, some nice little restaurants, and a big ol' lake that you can rent a catboat on and drive it around. That's what we did that morning. Ambiance was great. It felt like each little dining area was a different room in a big, semi-haunted mansion. Eclectic books and paintings and mirrors and other baubles adorned much of the walls, making for plenty of looking around time during you meal. Very fun. Service was really good. The pacing of the meal was great, and our server was very friendly. We were always with drink, and she knew the menu backwards and forwards, even the special dishes of the night. As for the food, we went whole hog with two apps, two mains, and a dessert to share. Out of everything we ordered, only one of them remains on the current menu, which is a great sign. I love a rotating, seasonal menu. It shows effort, and it definitely encourages return patronage. We started with the Ciabatta Board (toasted ciabatta, house butter made with sun dried tomato, roasted red pepper, parmesan, garlic, chive). This was nice. It was very sun dried tomato, so if you don't like them, don't get this. But very soft, toasty bread made this very lovely. We also got an escargot app which was very creamy and soup-like. The snails were complimented well by the spinach. And the whole thing came with a nice little breadstick. I saved some of the bread from the board for some sopping. Pro move. For our mains, we got a miso butter New York strip and some sort of Asian themed duck. For both mains, the proteins were cooked very very well, and the portion sizes were a good size compared to what I was expecting. Both sets of taters were good. The mash was very smooth and creamy, the roasted baby potatoes were cooked all the way through and were nice and naturally buttery. Both were served with a seasonal veg mix that was pretty ok. It rounded out the plate, but it won't change your world or anything. We finished off with one of the best slices of cheesecake I've ever had. Incredibly smooth with the perfect cheesecake density, the perfect amount of chocolate chips inside, and a nice little crust that added that little bit of texture that is needed from the crust. Overall, quite a meal! To survive in a small town with these prices and those quality ingredientes and that unique of a menu design is very impressive. I will certainly be back.

Pros: Ambiance was awesome. Very intimate, felt like a…read morelabyrinth of rooms in an old, dank mansion. I loved it. Service was great, too. Our server was really nice, made good recommendations, and the food was paced absolutely perfectly. The food itself was the best part. Crazy unique menu items that promised a lot and delivered a lot. Cons: Not a single con. A great little visit. Tips: The menu has completely changed since we went, which is good, so I can't recommend any specific dishes. But the ones I see on the menu now look absolutely banging.

Such a local treasure!!! We went here for breakfast. It was amazing. Everyone was super friendly,…read moretThe food was awesome and our waitress was super friendly.

Homemade very good potato salad and coleslaw. I wanted to take extra home . The pumpking cake was…read moreonly $2.99 unheard of ! Jamie was friendly and the place was clean

Nice job Yardery, and Brandon made it top-notch! He is personable, genuinely cared about our…read moreexperience, and gave great recommendations. The food was fantastic, and you can't beat the value on their Yardery draft beer. Lots of outdoor games, relaxed seating areas for the family and a second upstairs bar with a view and a breeze for the adults. -ask for Brandon

The service was very slow, orders missed and served a few at a time. More in depth training is…read moreneeded. To top off the night we waited a very long time for the check. Food was actually not bad.

First Impressions really matters. Came to this spot because I have never been and I have to say I…read moreleft very pleased with plans to come back!! Hostess was very sweet. Servers were working hard with smiles. Our server was sweet and prompt. Food was really good and pricing was good! The aesthetics of the inside was really great and was just enough! The views absolutely beautiful. Love restaurants on the water. Definitely coming back, soon! Thanks! :)

First let me say the Miami vice was the prettiest drink I have had in a minute. I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed the view while we ate and the food was delicious. Service was quick and I loved how everyone acknowledged me at each entry point. I look forward to attending again. On the way out there was a guy at the bar beginning to lay some steel drums. Parking right at the place were few, but plenty of parking across the street with a safe trail to walk under the bridge to the venue.

When visiting my boyfriend's family in Florida, his dad and stepmom came to visit with their foster…read moredog that needed a restaurant with a patio. This location was suggested as they have an enclosed patio to avoid bugs, and it worked out great! The staff were remarkable and even brought an iced water for the dog without even asking! Appreciate that extra touch. What We Ordered: ~ Dockside Scallops (Appetizer): cooked beautifully, and paired with a sauce that complimented the scallops. Loved the citrus for acidity, while having the sweet chili for some spice. I can see this being delicious with rice and a vegetable for an entree, which they also offer. ~ The Big Cheese Burger (sub Cheddar versus American Cheese): Very delicious and a great price point for $15! Definitely left us satisfied as we cut in half to share the scallops as well. ~ Jumper Juice: only $5 all day, every day? Why not try! Though, I'm a vodka fan so this was not my liquor of choice. Still a very refreshing drink that I'm sure many would enjoy. ~ Coke: A classic for a burger, and tasted great on a hot, humid Florida day. Definitely a place I'd return when visiting in the area, and I can see trying the scallop entree or even getting a burger again. Great food, friendly service, and spacious location.

First time trying this restaurant. We sat outside for a minute but it was too hot so we moved…read moreinside. The waitress was terrific but when it came to the food, we both agreed we would not go back. Fish and Chips were ordered and it was mentioned that they tasted Frozen Long John from a box and the 2 fish pieces were small. We paid $1 extra for onion rings which looked good but needed seasoning aka salt. My patty melt was ok and I ordered it with fries which didn't come out with my meal. When the fries came they were fresh which I was happy about that but I needed to salt them for flavor. Went to use the ladies room before leaving and a 1 stall caused a traffic jam on a Saturday afternoon. Can't imagine what it would be like on a busy night. It was busy in there so if you are in the area, try it just don't order fish and chips.

Food is delicious, server and service was great, ambiance is inviting . Very good experienceread more

We were actually there on Mother's Day. Me and my two big…read morekids. We walked right in around 1 pm. It was busy but plenty of seats and tables. We got a table right away. The store is very southern decorated what I meant is very hunting theme, like deer, gators and all displayed! Server and receptionist are all very friendly and welcoming. We all ordered our food, our server even told us the whole back rib is on promotion and only $2 more than half rib so that is what my son got. The drink is serving in the huge plastic cup. The food was amazing. I got the sliced pork, green bean and sweet potato fries. They are all so so good and yummy. The sliced pork just have the right amount of fat and meat to make it yummy! My older son has the 2 pound burger with fries! So good and juicy! My younger son has tbh e whole rack of ribs, Mac and cheese and corn. Everything is delicious and yummy

I really wanted to love this place!…read more Myself, my mom and my grandma went here for the mad hatter themed pop up that's happening. When we arrived, there was one table left in the bar side, which had enough for 6 people. We asked if we could just grab that spot and the hostess had to go speak to the manager. She came back and informed us that we could not sit there, but instead in the adjacent restaurant (same menu) or the bar (my grandma is in a wheelchair), or wait but that it might be over an hour. Since we were a group of 3 we asked if we could split that table into 2 so we wouldn't use it all, additionally, we had driven over an hour for the pop up and really wanted to be in the themed area, but they insisted that they had to keep it open for any potential larger party that would come after us. My question is... couldn't that larger party that *might* come sit in the adjacent restaurant? We were after the lunch hour (around 2pm) and I get wanting to keep space, but this has literally never happened to me before anywhere I have been. Eventually, we were able to sit at that table (they didn't split it into 2, but we offered multiple times). No larger group came so there wasn't an issue with that... I mean it did all work out but the vibes were so weird and others should know the potential issues! We only got cocktails, and they were delicious! I loved the theming it was super cute and accurate! I think if I go back I would go alone so I could sit at the bar. There is plenty of parking available!

Wow. What a delicious find we happed on to today. The smash burger was absolutely delicious. The…read morefried Ramen was off the hook. What a cute place a very cool menu of scratch kitchen selections. Service was excellent

The Diner is a popular breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurant near Universal Studios. It is known…read morefor its New York style comfort food and creative breakfast and brunch dishes. It is a family owned restaurant founded by New York natives who noticed a gap in Central Florida for high quality, authentic New York style diner food. The original location opened on Universal Boulevard in the Lake Cay area, near Universal Orlando and SeaWorld. The restaurant quickly became popular with both locals and vacationers looking for an alternative to the standard hotel breakfast buffet. Following the success of the Universal Boulevard location, the owners expanded to additional Central Florida locations, including Lake Buena Vista and Dr. Phillips. The Diner has gained attention for its creative twists on classic comfort food. One of its signature dishes is the Bennyffle a combination of Eggs Benedict served over a waffle. The menu also features specialty cereal pancakes, including Fruity Pebbles and Oreo Crunch, along with classics such as chicken and waffles. In July 2026, the Universal Boulevard location even became the center of a viral national news story after a family of seven including children reportedly walked out on a $298.47 breakfast bill. The story highlighted how hard family businesses work and how an incident like this can affect them. I recently met up with a group of friends at The Diner for brunch. The Diner can get crowded, and they do not take reservations. I am grateful that one of my friends arrived very early to wait for a table for our group. The diner offers a selection of coffee drinks as well as alcoholic beverages, making it a festive spot for brunch. Since I had a long day ahead, I stuck with coffee and ordered the signature chicken and waffles. The combination was delicious. The crispy, savory fried chicken was the perfect partner to the soft, buttery waffles, while the warm, sweet maple syrup contrasted to the salty chicken. It was a very large portion and I really enjoyed my meal. The service was excellent, and the staff were very accommodating when we needed several separate checks. I loved my visit to The Diner, and the experience was made even better by sharing brunch with a great group of friends. Good food, friendly service, and even better company made for a memorable morning.

(July 28) Where do…read moreyou go to meet up with a group of Yelpers who are all about food?! Well, that was my dilemma! After searching yelp for a breakfast/lunch place, The Diner seemed to hit the mark. They do not take reservations and your entire party must be present when your table is ready. I arrived early and put my name on the list so by the time everyone arrived, our table was ready! Heather was our server and she was amazing. She made our experience here easy & stress free. The 6 of us were able to chat, catch up, eat and drink in a timely manner. We were not rushed which is always a plus. I ordered the Belgium waffle with a scrambled egg & an ice mocha latte. Perfect amount of food for me. Ariel ordered the fried chicken and waffles which was huge. A few ordered the chicken Caesar wrap which looked very good. I would definitely go back the next time i am in town. *Prices are moderate *Plenty of parking in the lot ~ and that's all I have to say about that...