Waffle House

I think most people know this is a fine diner -- my review will just be another one singing the…read moreKettle Diner's praises. Located in a relatively convenient spot from anywhere in the Jacksonville area, the restaurant has lots of room for customers, and so I've often found a table even in some of the traditionally busier times of day. The food and the service are always reliably great. Omelets, pancakes, French toast, and even hash browns (which, in most other diners, along with their fellow traveler in undesirability, grits, are best avoided), are far better than most other diners. A lot of thought, care, and, presumably, serious on-the-job training must go into the food. The efficiency and dependably rigorous quality are not surprising in a military town. If you're visiting from elsewhere, you will be humbled by the atmosphere, at certain times, when the young service members are having meaningful, hushed meals with their beloveds. Thinking of the hard work, brutal training, and potential life-threatening danger that such absurdly young looking people are enduring will make your worries about mice in the garage, smudged eyeglasses, and forgetting your travel pillow feel awfully insignificant and trivial. Unless you're a fleshly flaneur like me, in which case, a travel pillow and a heating blanket, are still pretty nice. Service is fast and just the right amount of attentive and friendly. On my most recent visit, Elaina was particular kind and efficient.

This is our first time back at the Kettle since returning to OC last September and it is just as I…read moreremember: tasty, down home cooking and friendly folks. I asked our very helpful and sweet server Jersey if she had only 2 choices with one being chicken fried chicken or the daily special Taco Salad, which would she go with and she said the taco salad. So, that's what I ordered. It was very tasty, loaded with 2 types of cheese a side of Jalapeño (which I gave to hubby) alot of fresh tomatoes and lettuce, a side of salsa and sour cream served in a somewhat crispy tortilla shell. And the shell is the only reason for a 4 star vs 5, the shell wasn't as light and crispy as I like it. It tasted as if they fried it several hours ago and honestly, I get why they did it that way as it saves time but the shell just left me disappointed. Hubby ordered a patty melt with fries. We came into town to scope out the Jacksonville Landing for future bass fishing mornings and when I told him we were stopping in here for lunch he already knew he was having the melt. I mean, he thought about it for 90 minutes lol. I've had their melts before and it is yummy. I think though the fries were the star on his plate. They were crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside and topped with something akin to Old Bay Seasoning. And they were HOT! Y'all, i mean, they're only fries but rhey were PERFECT! I am seriously alreasy looking forward to our 1st fishing adventure just so we can have lunch at the Kettle once we've caught all the bass. Jersey was quite attentive, but not hovering and warm friendly like only you'll find in the south. Oh, bestie told me to get the chocolate torte because she said, literally, "it's life altering." However, I forgot to so, just another thing for me to enjoy after our initial fishing trip. In some ways, you can go home again.

Menu

Breakfast Tacos

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Master Cheese Burger with fries.

Metro Diner

4.3(88 reviews)

2.3 mi

It was our first time here on a Sunday. We have visited this franchise in Florida so we knew it…read morewould be good. We came at a good time because we sat right away. It gets pretty busy. We had coffee and water, we had the biscuits with gravy, a side of Mac and cheese, the protein platter and the chicken and waffles. Everything was great! Their chicken is always crispy in the outside and juicy in the inside. Always delicious! The place is clean and the servers are nice and friendly. When back in the area, I will come in for lunch. They have a full menu that I'm sure even the picky eater in the group can find something to eat!

Wife and I have been here several times. We've had a great experience every time. We have enjoyed…read morebreakfast, lunch, and dinner here. The service is always great and the vibe is casual. If we're not sure what we want, we'll eat here. It's never overcrowded. From what we can tell, this establishment has a steady flow of customers. We will continue to enjoy our meals here. Highly recommend giving this place a try.

Specials menu on wall

Steak & Scramble Bowl

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Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Island Delights Restaurant

4.0(160 reviews)

24.0 mi

After getting burgers here 8 or 9 times last summer I was counting the days until they opened this…read moreseason. My wife and I went last week and the disappointment could not be overstated. I REALLY hope this was a one off but I am worried it was not. What changed? The ground beef. Not sure if they got a different supplier or they are trying to cut costs but neither scenario is good because the meat is horrible. I will try it one more time to be sure but IF this is the new norm- I will not be back, like ever. If it's a cost savings plan- this never works. You end up alienating your core customer base to save a few pennies. It's not like this place is cheap. I'm paying a decent price but I expect a decent burger. Please Island Delights- don't do us like that.

Closed for the season? That's what the sign says. Shop owners need to update their website and Yelp…read morelistings. Very disappointed! 10/10/24

Inside seating

Jukebox

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Fortune teller .25 cents

The Diner

4.0(53 reviews)

73.8 mi

Coffe was not good. The breakfast was only so so. Not worth going out of your way for breakfast…read more Staff was very efficient and super friendly. Looks like a locals favorite.

Classic small town charm with some fantastic cooks…read more First visit for breakfast. Home fried potatoes. Best I've had in 10 years and hundreds of breakfasts. Order them. Side pane cake came out hot and fluffy. The batter was so enticing I shared it with my friend. Had too. Only polite thing to do. Renegade Benedict. Was asked how I wanted my egg, the waiter countered my poached with over easy. I accepted. Gravy was fantastic. The sausage gravy was on top of another whole sausage patty. Dare I say sausage on sausage was too much. Biscuit- fluffy and firm. Will be back for a lunchtime or two. Many of the items are home made.

Dining.

Their hot dogs are delicious!! If you want one of the best hot dogs around try one !!

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4 Corners Diner

3.9(319 reviews)

38.7 mi

Food & service was good & we went at a good time. They made my grandson's birthday special with a…read moresparkler dessert of apple pie & ice cream before heading to the aquarium.

It's not often I actually gives reviews to places. But considering I went to two other breakfast…read moreplaces before this one, and this doesn't even compare to the others. I had a chicken egg and cheese biscuit with home fries. The only flavor on that plate was from the collective grease of the home fries because everything is fried in the same oil, and the American cheese. You're in the south... you can't put a fried chicken filet onto a biscuit and have absolutely ZERO seasoning on said filet. Not to mention how bland the biscuit somehow was. I mean hey... at least it was quick service for myself and the coffee was fresh. But I will not be going back again.

Ham and cheese omelet (my bf was very impatient for me to take the picture)

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Pop's Diner

3.8(304 reviews)

57.1 mi

We stopped in at Pops Diner and ordered a spread that really showed off their menu. The chicken…read morewings--both BBQ and mild--were crispy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The cheeseburger was cooked well, juicy, and satisfying, paired perfectly with the sweet potato fries that had just the right crunch. Classic fries were golden and crispy, while the onion rings were thick, well-battered, and tasty. Service was another highlight: our server was friendly, polite, and attentive throughout the meal. The only drawback was the automatic 20% gratuity added for our party of five, which felt a bit unexpected. The atmosphere brought an old-time diner feel, with a nostalgic charm that made the experience memorable. Overall, Pops Diner delivered on food quality and service, with just one small caveat on the gratuity policy.

We were surprised by our level of disappointed with this establishment. The ambiance was a cool…read more50's diner and the service staff was delightful. The food...it was all somewhere between meh and awful except for the potato salad; it was all grossly overpriced. I had $28.50 crab cakes that came out burnt. So sad. My husband had $27 grilled shrimp, and his fries had so much pepper they were barely edible. Our meal with tip came to over $70. Food comes in a plastic basket, drinks come in styrofoam. Nowhere on earth was this a $70 experience. Don't tell me "oh it's all that pricey at the coast. Nonsense. For comparison, we ate at SeaWitch and had perfectly cooked mahi sandwich and a rocking angus burger with sides for $45 and we look forward to going there again. POP's is a deep fryer restaurant - if you like almost everything plunged into a deep fryer, this might be the place for you. We wanted to like it because the ambiance was fun, but it's a solid nope for us. It gets two stars for the darling staff. That's the only thing that saved it from a one start review

12/7/23

Sweet potatoes yum

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Shake

Sandridge Diner

3.1(53 reviews)

12.8 mi

I've frequented Sandridge over the years and have always had a solid breakfast every time I stop…read morein. I usually have a coffee with Bacon & Eggs breakfast. The bacon of late has been nice thick cut style, and the eggs have been coming out on point. The staff is chill and the inside is spacious with ample seating. Good breakfast spot!

Ordered to go. This place serves a great meal, all of the vegetables were fresh and it was a…read moresplendid quick bite.

Great vibe

Bacon & Eggs

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Inside is very clean

Chicano Street Kitchen

4.0(71 reviews)

1.0 mi

Good food Good service…read more Good ambiance Server was very attentive and always asked to to top off my cup

Best place to eat in the area. Regardless of how busy they are we waited less than 10 min for a…read moretable and the food was amazing. The servers were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu and substitutions.

Dining area

Chicano Birria Tots

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YUM. Noels* Burrito. Devoured it

Waffle House - Jacksonville

3.3(58 reviews)

1.7 mi

Very nice experience, the establishment was pretty clean and the food was great…read more Ambiance is the usual for a waffle house lmfao, loud and lively

I absolutely love Waffle House and this location does not disappoint. Friendly staff, plenty of…read moreparking, awesome food, great people all around. If near the location swing in, it will not disappoint.

Walk up to go windows

Talking to each other but definitely not guests when we walk in

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Old Bridge Diner

4.4(183 reviews)

69.7 mi

Went there today. The review is much the same as the one from last year. I had eggs over easy…read more(cooked to perfection), sausage, bacon and avocado. The staff were very attentive and pleasant. I have to say that, unlike the first review, the coffee was meh, at best. But then I'm really picky about my coffee. :)

Good service. French toast was okay…read more Waffle was overdone and very dry. Overall not real clean -- table was sticky. Would not go again given the other options in the area. Leaning to 2 stars but went with 3