Breakfast @ the Maitland Breakfast Club, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise! Our waitress,…read moreCindy A., was as sweet as apple pie and made us feel right at home. On my first visit, I ordered the Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes with link sausages and a glass of orange juice. The pancakes were delicious, the sausages hit the spot, and the orange juice was... well, you know... orange juice. It did its job! The atmosphere reminded me of a classic country diner--cozy, welcoming, and filled with an older crowd, which I honestly prefer. One thing I really appreciated was being able to seat myself. That's always a plus in my book. Sometimes being escorted to a table means ending up in that one awkward corner nobody wants... but I digress. Overall, I had a great experience and would happily come back. My significant other, however, wasn't nearly as impressed. Oh well--you win some, you lose some! Sometimes breakfast is just a pancake split decision.

Maitland Breakfast Club reminds me of why the diners are an ultimate American staple. Diners are a…read morecompletely American thing that started in America as a mobile eatery and has transformed into what it is now, which are stationary eateries that feature affordable, filling food that appeals to the blue collar man. Fun fact, diners were started in New England region of America in the 1850s. All this to say, I love a good diner. I mean the American diner has always been there for middle America. The closest one to me and honestly it's definitely hidden away is the Maitland Breakfast Club. It's pretty much situated on the boundary line of where the City of Altamonte Springs starts. They have large space that's casual and what you would expect for a diner. Anyone can walk in wearing their Sunday best to pajamas. The waitresses are very welcoming and exactly the kind of person I would expect to invite me into a diner. We had gone on a Saturday afternoon and they're not a diner that's open late, so more of a breakfast diner really. Now I got the eggs Benedict with bacon and hash browns. For me, there are three breakfast staples I believe all amazing must revisit breakfast places should have. A good cup of warm regular coffee, eggs Benedict, and good crispy hash browns. I mean some places have other things like lattes and hash brown bowls, and I'm not saying those aren't good. However, when you nail the basics, you can do anything else. The hollandaise sauce was great and didn't split and bacon was crispy. The hash browns were super crispy, which I loved, and I could tell it had been made on a flat top grill, which is another very classic American restaurant kitchen appliance. The cup of coffee was good, I mean they had the sugar packets and the creamers right there. Overall, I would rate it a 9/10 and it set us back about $15 for just my portion. I will be back (said menacingly), Maitland Breakfast Club.

UPDATE: manager gave me a code to use on my next visit…read more I ordered the same exact lunch to compare experiences BUT I went to a different location. This time I went to the Melbourne/Viera location and my food was delicious, hot, melty and I ate the entire meal. I will be back.

Food: the food was good. The waffle tasted cooked just right. I have had some that weren't cooked…read morelong enough. My husband enjoyed the pancakes. I wish I asked for crispy bacon but next time. I ordered my eggs over medium but they came out over easy. I wish they had flavored creamer for coffee though but that's me. French vanilla creamer would be perfect for me. Service: Our server was super nice and very tentative. While the place was busy, he was always helpful and asked if we needed anything. The food came out very quick.. like 5 minutes or so after ordering. Ambiance: typical diner. They have indoor and a small amount of outdoor. They had a section blocked off.

The signature sandwich is Kick'in it Pittsburgh, with corned beef, crispy potato fries and apple…read morecider vinegar cole slaw on the sandwich. I had the opportunity to try one of the Pittsburghs and must say it's now one of my favorite sandwiches in Orlando, the rich pastrami going well together with the sweet and sour apple cider vinegar cole slaw...all together very refreshing.

This place feels like a HIDDEN GEM. At the corner of an unassuming old shipping plaza, eating here…read morefelt like coming home. I visited Johnny's on A Sunday after church and the place was packed but I didn't have to wait for a seat. The entire staff was warm, lovely, inviting and very attentive desire the crowd. They made sure my coffee was topped off at frequent intervals and always served me with a genuine smile. THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS, everything cooked to perfection. But what really warmed my heart was watching the staff interact WITH EACH OTHER. You could really feel a sense of family among them, and that in itself was infectious! THIS IS A MUST STOP for any weary traveler or anyone looking for a home cooked meal that feels line it was cooked at home!

We met friends of ours at Johnny's Diner at 9 am Sunday morning. Of course we understand breakfast…read moreplaces will be busy on weekends, and it was, but we luckily didn't have a wait for a table for our party of 5, which was a pleasant surprise. Johnny's is a classic, somewhat nostalgic for me, diner experience, the servers were attentive and the coffee was nice and strong but smooth. This reminds me a lot of the Greek diners I went to all the time while growing up in Western New York. Our food came out fast, and everything was good. I got the biscuits and gravy and hash browns. the biscuits and gravy was comforting and the hash browns were actually my favorite thing, they were nice and crispy. My husband got the Greek omelette and hash browns and was happy with his meal as well. As mentioned before the staff was attentive and very nice. Coffee and drinks were being refilled before you noticed you needed it. I think they handle the weekend crowd very well. By the time we were leaving there were people waiting for tables, but it was a very large party so that's to be expected. Just be prepared for that if you come at peak hours. The restaurant itself was homey and gave that classic diner feel. Everything was lived-in, in a cozy way, but clean. The prices were very reasonable and the portions were just right. I would recommend Johnny's diner and will come again.

This place is what I would consider a local gem. The staff is welcoming and friendly to patrons…read more The decor was charming and homey and it seemed pretty clean too. Plenty of seating. They have specials on Monday and Thursday which sounded yummy and at good value. We got classic breakfast fare and pretty much everything was amazing. The only thing that did not WOW us was the biscuit, a little dry and dense but still okay. I would highly recommend the sausage links. They were good quality, juicy, and crispy. The pancakes and French toast were also delicious. They are not crispy but very buttery, soft, flavorful. So if you like that kind of pancake/french toast, this place is your jam. Will definitely be coming back again. We were pleasantly surprised about the prices and the service was amazing too. Jen was our server.

Longwood Country Kitchen is an institution, it's been around for over 30 years serving breakfast…read moreand lunch to the local community. If you grew up in Longwood, you know the Country Kitchen. FULL DISCLOSURE- This is my family's restaurant - my parents became the owners over 15 years ago. Since buying it they moved the restaurant from its free standing location to the plaza behind it. The ambiance/vibe is as it's always been...COUNTRY!! Chickens! Cows! Funny signs, and even pictures of the regulars. It's first come/first serve, with plenty of tables and even a bar top if you like that. Our youngest son got a chocolate chip pancake with sausage and hash browns. Our older son and my wife got the same thing...Country Boy Meal...one egg, bacon/sausage, French toast/Pancake, plus a side of hash browns. They all LOVE hash browns! I got BLT on rye bread with home fries! The food was really good, not anything fancy, it's a home cooked meal. You should be full from your meal and might have some leftovers. If you're in the Longwood area, Country Kitchen is a great spot.

Had lunch there. I arrived early Food was very good. But…read more service was extremely slow. Evidently single patrons are not as important as a group. Not a fan of this chotic restaurant. Should be managed better.

Parking is super easy (big parking lot)…read more Staff were very nice and helped us as it was our first time here. If you're dining in just sit down anywhere (even outside) and if you're getting to go order at the counter. The food was authentic New York deli and the pickles were DELIcious ahahah

I really like the neighborhood vibes of this spot. The parking is limited, but there are always…read morespots on the street. There were a lot of people here watching the World Cup, but most of them left after the game. Although technically more of a bar, they do have REALLY good food menu. It's s great spot to meet with friends and hang out.

Just left the porch with some friends. I had too much cash on me so I wanted to pay my tab with…read morecash. My bill was $15. I gave the waitress $20. The waitress brought back everyone's cards and no change for myself. I was baffled because I was not given the option or asked, Do you want any change? My change was automatically kept I was planning on leaving it as a tip but not to even ask if I wanted to give my change as a tip was very baffling to me. Very disappointed. As a waitress next time, you should ask the customer if they would like change or not just don't assume

I visited Sourdough bread House back in the day when they were in Maitland and was pleasantly…read moresurprised by their new, larger space. The food was just as good as I remembered from a few years ago. It can be difficult to find consistency in restaurants these days, so I really appreciate that the quality hasn't changed. It's nice to have a spot like Sourdough to add variety to the rotation of mostly American breakfast spots. I ordered the Sourdough Bread Plate, which is a large portion. Even though it's listed on the lunch menu, I was still able to order it for breakfast. Their bread is incredible, and everything tasted so fresh! The ezme is a wonderful addition to add to the avocado and labneh toasts. I also tried the Turkish coffee, but as someone who doesn't drink black coffee, it wasn't quite for me. I would recommend it mainly to those who enjoy strong, black coffee, though it was a nice touch that it came with a Turkish delight! My only minor critique is that the staff weren't around very much. Our server checked in on us once, and after waiting a bit for someone to bring the check, we eventually just walked up to the counter to pay. Nonetheless, everyone was very friendly!

This place was so delicious! The sourdough bread was my favorite part, with the crunch of it and…read morethe fluff. The turkish coffee was also strong for how small the cup was, with a little turkish delight to take the edge off. The bacon was beef, which was nice. Overall, the food was delicious. However, the service wasn't the best, there was about 3 customers in the restaurant when I went, but the server left all of us when we had to pay, leaving all of us to stand in a line waiting to pay. For a weekday, that felt a little odd. I think the food definitely makes up for it.

We enjoy coming here. It's easy, the atmosphere is chill, the food is good. Nice diner spot. The…read morecame under new management a while ago, but the staff is just as nice as ever. Food usually comes out quick. Lots of options to choose from. I am usually a breakfast person, so when in the area, always try and hit this spot. The close just after lunch, so breakfast and lunch are their thing. I got the pancakes, mmm so good. I enjoy a good pancake. The potatoes are good too. My husband got a bacon, egg, cheese sandwich. Easy, delicious. Always a nice experience when else eat here.

I drive by here all the time and knew eventually I would stop in and enjoy breakfast one day. I…read morelove supporting small businesses over dining at a chain. On a Saturday morning, my boyfriend and I dined here around 9am. We were lucky to score one of the few parking spots since there isn't many and parking is tight. Upon walking in, I was fairly surprised at the size of the place inside since it looks much smaller from the outside. Service was pretty decent. Not overly personable, but had what we needed. I ordered a scrambled egg plate with patty sausage, home fries, and a blueberry muffin. The blueberry muffin was my favorite, it was really good. The home fries were less desirable. I wish they were crisper and maybe had onions with them to add more flavor. My boyfriend ordered his breakfast with an extra order of toast and we had to ask our server to bring it out because it was forgotten about. The food could of overall used more seasoning. Also for the quantity and quality, I thought it was very expensive.

This is a nice old-fashioned breakfast and lunch place. The service was friendly and fast. Prices…read moreare reasonable. Food tastes good. Decor is quaint with lots of teapots

Very impressed. I loved the eggs Benedict and home fries. Far better than expected…read more Waitress was very sweet and helpful. Pleasantly surprised.