Under new ownership, and if the customer service and food quality and presentation are kept, this…read moreplace is a MUST EXPERIENCE! Food is amazing, and staff and management are so kind and attentive!

Food quantity: 8/10 Food quality: 8/10…read moreService: 9/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Overall rating: 8/10 Yummy fluffy pancakes, would recommend!

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...

Jordan R was the best! Very knowledgeable and great service! Was a pleasure during my first visit…read morefrom out of towners! Very big portions - Great food! Marcia from Maryland!

Fantastic restaurant. Staff and service are outstanding. Come hungry because everything is extra…read morebig portions.

The ambiance and service continue to be outstanding. However, the chunky chicken salad was a big…read moredisappointment. I have been eating at the Briarpatch Restaurant for over 40 years and have totally enjoyed the chunky chicken salad. But this time, the salad was not chunky it was a typical shredded chicken salad with too much pepper - not the traditional chicken salad I have had over the past 40 years. Ownership needs to do something about this.

We finally got to visit Briarpatch with my partner, and this time we decided to try something a…read morelittle different. We both started with a cup of coffee and a large glass of fresh orange juice. Everything was so fresh and delicious! I ordered the French toast with fresh fruit and mascarpone cheese. OMG, it was SO good! I didn't even need extra syrup because the mascarpone and fresh fruit blended together into the perfect naturally sweet breakfast. Every bite was delicious! My partner had the best breakfast, too. He ordered the short rib, and it was incredibly tender and flavorful. The potatoes were perfectly crispy, just the way we like them! We were both so happy and left feeling like we had just enjoyed an amazing breakfast. Our waiter was super cool and provided wonderful hospitality. He made our experience even better. The restaurant is always beautiful, clean, and welcoming. I highly recommend this spot! If you're looking for a delicious breakfast with great service and a beautiful atmosphere, Briarpatch is definitely worth a visit!

If you want the most delicious pastries you've ever had in your life, Buttermilk is your girl…read more My go to is the Bacon Cheddar Pull Apart Bread. However, they always have fun creations popping up in their case. Some fan favorites are the Mango Sticky Rice Tart and literally any of their pop tarts. The staff is kind and efficient. There's usually a line out the door. However, we never wait longer than 15 minutes to get the goods. The space is definitely small on the customer end inside. However, they have plenty of outdoor seating that's perfect for hanging out with friends on a Sunday morning. Literally one of my favorite spots. Thank you Buttermilk for being THAT girl.

I have been a Buttermilk Bakery fan for well over a decade. Until this last weekend…read more I got online at 8:15 in the morning to place my order. Each item that I selected came up with a message that read, "Our store is not currently accepting orders." I tried again a few minutes later. Then again. And again. And again. I tried to call and received a voicemail that stated a different number. At 8:50am, the option to order seemed to be back up and running. I ordered five items, including the Roasted Tomatoes & Goat Cheese Quiche. For context: I live 45 minutes away from Buttermilk Bakery. It used to be on my way to work but, as of a few years ago, that is not the case anymore. So, it is now a special occasion destination. Reserved only for weekends when I can make the trip. More context: I have been raving to one of my closet friends for years about how much I love this place. My most emphatic musings have been about the quiche. Today, since she and I were planning an afternoon poolside, I thought that I would surprise her with an assortment of Viennoiserie and other items. At 10:36am, I received a call from Buttermilk. The woman on the phone informed me that they had run out of the quiche. How?!? Once the website was working, I was able to place my order quickly and the item didn't even read, "Low stock." I know that this is a small problem in a world full of large problems, but the thing that really set me off is that when I arrived at the store, the person in line in front of me asked for the Strawberry Buttermilk Pie. He was told that they were out of stock. He was pleasant in stating that there appeared to be slices in the refrigerator case. The girl behind the register told him that they were being held for online orders. When it was my turn, I stated that no one had held my slice of quiche. She blandly said, "I am sorry," and proceeded. I then stated that I was unhappy and had driven some distance. She asked if I would like something else. I responded that the person on the phone had simply told me that I would receive a refund. I then asked for the girl to check on my refund. She said it was not processed yet. So, I said that I would wait. She needed to ask for help to process the refund. She wasn't nasty to me, but she did not care one iota. My effort and subsequent inconvenience meant nothing. I wonder if my refund would even have been processed had I not asked. My friend and I thought the pastries that we received were fine, but she is fitness-minded and was hesitant to indulge in so many carbs without the rich protein that the quiche would have provided. And, yet, more context: This happened once before. With the quiche. Maybe a year ago. Though, that time, I believe it was a butternut squash quiche. My husband needed to be in the area, so he suggested that he pick-up at Buttermilk. When he arrived, he was told that there would be no quiche. No call. No nothing. He didn't think to ask for a refund and we never received one. That time, I simply thought, "Well, accidents happen." This time, I think that I received very shoddy service. I felt very disrespected. I felt unseen. I have loved this place, but I am so disappointed.

This trip to Se7enBites was so good it actually made me mad because who knows when Colonel…read moreMarmalade will be back on the menu. Chicken, orange marmalade, sausage gravy, and ranch fries changed my life. Not pictured or the fresh cinnamon rolls with what I can only describe as a savory buttercream frosting that was also to die for.The energy and service is always kind and warm as well.

Was in Orlando today and decided to try out seven bites due to reviews. Sadly I ordered the…read moreBenedict and was pretty disappointed. Not much flavor at all in the sauce. You also only get 1 biscuit, a slice of bacon and 1 egg. These were baked/cooked well but should get at least 2 eggs with bacon atop the halves of a biscuit for the price. This normally comes with grits but I subbed for a salad which was fresh and had a delicious dressing. 3 stars for the food. The restaurant is very cool and has a fantastic looking bakery section. I didn't get to try any of the treats but I do plan to come back to try another menu item and will save room for dessert. Service is so friendly and top notch. Addl star given for the crew. Plenty of parking.

Shakers is the kind of neighborhood diner that makes you wonder how you didn't find it sooner. The…read moreplace is full of personality, with salt and pepper shakers covering the walls and little details everywhere you look. It's charming without trying too hard. My biggest piece of advice: don't forget the griddled blueberry muffin. I somehow missed it when we ordered, realized my mistake, and immediately put in a second order. It was absolutely worth it. The biscuit was just as good, huge, fluffy, and basically a meal by itself. The food across the board was exactly what I wanted from a spot like this. The avocado, bacon, and tomato omelet was excellent. I don't usually love tomato, but it added just enough brightness to make the whole thing work. The eggs, grits, and chicken and waffles were all solid in the best possible way. Nothing here is trying to be trendy or overcomplicated. It's just really good diner food served in a place with a ton of character. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm ordering the muffin first.

Great breakfast spot in College's Park - Shakers has been there for many years and you know why-…read morethey have great breakfast! Small dining area but they also have seating outside. They have a salt n pepper "shaker" thing going on inside. Filled with all sorts of s/p shakers some really funny ones! Great specials, wonderful hash browns and friendly staff. Stop by sometime!

Did an Uber Eats as I had a 50 percent off promotion. I ordered the chicken fajita omelette, banana…read morepecan waffles, and coffee. It came within an hour as the estimated provided. It was bagged nicely and well organized. The omelette was a generous sized portion with plenty of tender chicken, peppers, and cheese. There was salsa to add a bit of flavor, but it tasted that it was made in New York City (if you remember that commercial ;) ). The white toast was soft and buttery, and the potatoes were good. My mom enjoyed the banana pecan waffles, and I took a couple bites as well. It was sinfully sweet and enjoyable, especially the bananas. And I must say the coffee was so good, it was even better than the Juan Valdez coffee that I make at home. Since I didn't visit the restaurant, I can't comment on the atmosphere. But I believe the service is excellent because they nicely packed all items and kept it organized. I definitely need to take my family to this restaurant. Since the one in Metrowest closed, this is the closest one to us. I am glad the food is still excellent and the coffee keeps you peppy. This is definitely a great breakfast restaurant in the Dr. Phillips area. Overall: A

Yum!!! Fresh off the plane and looking for something off the beaten path, this one fit the bill…read more A brunch spot that was delicious, had great service, was clean, and had the a.c. blasting. Portions were large providing leftovers, which I'm completely on board with. Prices were great! The variety of options were ideal for visitors. Food was served fast. Lastly, plenty of easy and free parking in the shared shopping center lot.

After church our friends suggested we stop in for brunch here today and I'm so glad they did!…read more My husband had the strawberry shortcake french toast. I don't normally take pictures of food, but I was moved to! It was a work of art. He didn't even let me try a bite! I might have lost a finger! I was craving a blt, so I had the grilled chicken sandwich. The guacamole is sooo good! The sandwich was huge. I brought home 1/2 for dinner. We'll definitely add this spot to the rotation!

I was in Orlando on business and had Vanessa's on my list to try. I stopped in for much-needed…read morecoffee and left very impressed. I ordered a cappuccino, orange juice, and a bagel sandwich with egg, sausage, and Swiss cheese. Everything was excellent. The cappuccino was bold and flavorful -- it really woke me up. The bagel was soft and fresh, and the sandwich was warm, tasty, and satisfying. The OJ was a nice touch for extra energy. The owner, Jessica, is from Puerto Rico (Boricua like me!), which made the visit even more special. You order and pay at the counter, then enjoy the beautiful dining area. It's welcoming with comfortable seating and a sophisticated white-on-black décor featuring inspiring messages about life and God's providence. It's a lovely spot with great food and a warm atmosphere. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Orlando

Five stars without a doubt! I have been visiting Reyes for quite awhile and they have never…read moredisappointed me, my family, or my friends. We all love this restaurant so much! I didn't realize they were also affiliated with other local restaurants as well. I can't wait to try the others. Reyes is not your average Mexican cuisine. They have a modern twist to their menu. The food is simply bursting with such great flavor! I liked anything and everything I have ever ordered from their menu. Whether it's for brunch, lunch, or dinner, you will always have a delightful experience here. The decoration and ambiance alone is exquisite. The customer service is top notch. The people of Reyes truly care about their customers. I just went for magical dining last night. What lovely selections on the menu for $40! I ordered the beef empanadas, lamb birra (comes with a side of corn tortilla), and finished off the night with their guera cake (hybrid between a flan and tres leches). Our experience was nothing short of amazing! Thank you to the Reyes team!

I went to Reyes the other night with friends for the happy hour. It was pretty busy for a Friday…read moreafternoon, but we didn't need a reservation. It was definitely a lively crowd. We sat at the bar and order the margarita. The drinks were good, just an average margarita. The bartenders were very attentive even though it was crowded. Additionally, the people at the bar were super friendly. I'd definitely go back and try the other drinks.