My husband likes to head to Empire every Saturday. I join him every once in a while. The restaurant…read morehas a real family feel, where everyone knows your order before you do. Good coffee, hot breakfast, how can you go wrong? Check it out!

Suburban diner on Main Street at the western fringe of Norristown, PA, with two dining rooms, but…read moreno counter service. Bright and airy with broad windows facing east and south. Broad menu for three a day. I was there around 10:30 a.m. and lusting for a wholesome breakfast. Those choices they had up the wazoo, and it was an easy pick of Southwest Omelet (pepper, onion, jalapeño, pepper jack, sausage) with home fries, wheat toast and splash of Tabasco. It was a big three-egger, that held its moisture well, and was very tasty. Enjoyed every bite. Coffee was strong and refilled three times without summoning the waiter. He was totally on the ball, and I hardly noticed his lip and ear jewelry. He certainly wore it well. Reasonable prices. Good sized parking lot in this older commercial strip. The edge of my table was a little sticky.

The Keystone Grill's food is good, but that doesn't make this place unusual. In order for any…read morerestaurant to stay in business it must have good food. What makes this place exceptional is its people. My wife and I first went in for breakfast on a Sunday morning during the church-crowd rush. We were seated immediately and had our breakfasts in less than 5 minutes. Considering the number of people there at the time we expected to wait much longer. Our servers, both at breakfast and lunch, were very friendly and attentive and the men, whom we believe to be the owners, constantly kept an eye on their guests, refilling beverages and assisting the wait staff as needed. We don't live near Norristown but we have reason to be in the area several times a year. You can bet we'll be regulars when we're there.

From start to finish, we had an excellent breakfast experience. We were greeted within moments of…read morewalking in. Our drink order was taken on the way to the table and was brought out quickly. Service was friendly and attentive. The food was tasty, and the prices were reasonable. I struggle to find things to criticize.

Standard diner food, quick and friendly service…read more I did the southwestern burrito and it was good. Massive portion size! Also had some of the chocolate chip pancakes and they were perfect. If you're looking for a traditional diner experience, you'll be satisfied.

This is a solid diner experience. The pancakes were the highlight, fluffy, made with a good batter,…read moreand not overly sweet. The crab cake Eggs Benedict was also pretty good. The crab cake was a nice size, and while the hollandaise was thick, it had good flavor. The English muffin was a little chewy. The Italian omelet was just okay. It had good meat, plenty of cheese, and a nice amount of vegetables. The coffee was decent but nothing special. The home fries were bland and not very crispy, and the French toast was disappointing. The bread was thick and a little dry, and it wasn't very sweet. I'd come back for the pancakes or Eggs Benedict, but I'd want to try something new. They have a very wide range of options on their menu. The service was good and prompt. The restaurant is also big so there is plenty of seating for small or large parties.

This review is long overdue! We absolutely love the Metropolitan Diner. We've been here for…read morebreakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour, and they've been consistently excellent every time. In my opinion, they have the best happy hour in the area. It's every day from 5-7 PM, which is a refreshing change from the typical Monday-Friday happy hours that end at 6. We usually sit at the bar, and the bartenders are always friendly, attentive, and make you feel welcome. The happy hour food and drink specials are a fantastic value. It's easy to enjoy a great evening out for under $50, which is becoming harder to find these days. The crowd is usually friendly too, making it a fun place to relax and socialize. As for the food, I honestly can't remember having a bad meal here. Everything we've ordered has been flavorful, satisfying, and generously portioned. Unlike many restaurants today, you don't leave feeling like you paid inflated prices for tiny portions. If you're looking for a place with great food, excellent service, an outstanding happy hour, and a welcoming atmosphere, the Metropolitan Diner is definitely worth a visit. It's become one of our favorite local spots, and we'll be back many more times.

First the only complaint is I live to far to come back. This place is wonderful we were a party of…read more25, they not only accommodated us in a room with separate checks the wait staff was pleasant professional. Now for the food i can't figure how we got our food so fast and so good no good is not enough this food was so delicious that the first time that I can remember i ate all my vegetables before the rest of my delicious crab cakes creamy mash potatoes. Almost everyone had something different and all boasted. So come and be ready for so many choices. I did not partake of the desert menu and I do regret it.

Everything was great. Food, waitress was among the best I ever had. Food came out quickly. Clean.read more

Our quest for the perfect breakfast spot led us to Ralph's, but unfortunately, it didn't quite hit…read morethe mark. Ralph's wasn't terrible, but it also wasn't a place we'd rush back to. If you're just looking for a simple, no-frills meal, it'll do - but if you're after something special, you might want to keep searching Ralph's itself was serviceably clean yet not exactly sparkling. The menu was as basic as it gets, with no specials or anything to make the offerings stand out. A blackboard with daily features could have added some much-needed variety. Service was similarly uninspired. The staff was polite but not particularly warm or attentive. Our coffee cups sat empty for far too long, and we sat for quite some time, waiting for refills that never came. Oddly enough, the highlight of the experience wasn't the food but another waitress, who cheerfully sang along with the radio. She seemed to be the only one genuinely enjoying her job, and we couldn't help but wish she had been our server. As for the food? It was edible. Nothing was bad, but not memorable either. We left fed but still craving a breakfast spot that delivers both flavor and atmosphere. .

Service top tier especially from Randy you have to experience Randy he's tha best . The food is…read moregreat everyone is welcoming not to mention the desserts they are to die for.

The waiters and waitresses always make us feel like family. The food has that comforting, homemade…read morequality--like something cooked in grandma's kitchen--warm, satisfying, full-plate, and very family-friendly. I once asked the owner about the roosters decorating the diner, and he told us they've been there since the very beginning. Such a charming little piece of history and culture. A true Wayne legend on Lancaster Ave.

The outdoor seating area is amazing. Inside seemed crowded and loud. But come on a sunny day, you…read morewon't regret it. The omelette was excellent but the ingredients are à la carte so can get pricey quick. Well worth it. The thick cut bacon is a delight. Finally, I'm more of a hash browns lover than a home fries guy. But the seasoning on these home fries is awesome. Can't recommend this place enough!

Ugh. There's nothing wrong with this place and there was nothing wrong with my experience. I just…read morefelt like it was very generic unexciting especially the interior design and the food was just basic. I felt like everything was just white and gray. You know that millennial gray that everyone makes fun of. Nothing to write home about nothing bad to write either. Just very overpriced mainline breakfast spot that felt like it had no character. I don't mean to crap on the place. There's nothing wrong with it... other than maybe the parking lot situation lol. But we came when it was busy. All in all I won't go back I think I prefer more hole in the wall mom and pop type places for breakfast if I'm gonna be paying for prepared food

The food was really good I got a cheesesteak with chips and it was really good. The service was…read moregood and quick. The ambiance was great. It was great because they had bingo to play.

Great food options and friendly, committed staff! The parking is easy, the building is beautiful…read moreand a visit here is sure to give you a wholesome feeling with a satisfied stomach. There are recurring events for extra spark and a reservable (~50ppl) upstairs space with a private outdoor stairwell entry and powder room for yourself and guests. It's a beautiful endeavor and calls for a sure return visit in the future!

Unbelievable! Our…read morebreakfast was the most perfect and delicious breakfast I've ever had in my entire life. Small place, nice people and the BIGGEST pancakes!

Walked out. I ordered an egg breakfast. She asked what to drink. I said water was fine. Then, when…read moreshe brought me a glass of ice she then said she'll go get me a bottle of water. I questioned her she said we serve no tap water. I said what? But you make ice from it? So you just give a bottle so you can charge for it?