Surprised this rating isn't closer to 5. The quality of product is consistent and farm fresh. More…read morethan ample servings. Breakfast is best in town and more creative. Honey on the table feels homey. Every wait staff is full of personality and attentive, never stuffy. Happy hour drinks great value, especially the frost. Don't be fooled by this rating. It is not a reflection of the food quality. Queenie

A local favorite for a casual brunch or lunch, especially on a Sunday afternoon. Luckys has a…read morerelaxed feel to it with a 50s diner theme. Staff is also very attentive and friendly anytime we visit. I was craving something hearty so compromised on a chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes as well as the goat cheese and spinach salad. The meal was great, paired with fresh squeezed orange juice, but just wish the chicken fried steak had a little more flavor. The salad was great and everything else I've tried from here has been amazing, especially from the breakfast menu. While waiting, they also bring cornbread and biscuits to help hold you over until the main course. P.S. lots of parking behind the building.

With everyone is watching carbs, touting the newest dietary buzzwords of the day, it's nice to know…read morethere's a place that we all remember growing with and doesn't apologize for it. Over the years, They have added grilled items that are quite tasty, but Ima go for the fried anything along with mashies, baked beans, etc. The chicken and dumplings are heaven on earth anytime of the year. Prices are decent, considering the economy these days. If you dine in, there's staff that are happy to help you get your grub to the table, will make sure you have butter and honey for the fluffy buns, and smile no matter how busy it gets. Leaving a buck or 2 is not expected, but a nice gesture for their efforts. Blanca sez check'em out!

Thought I would try the Chicken Livers today. I haven't had them since I was a teenager... and…read moreno... not doing the math on that one! Walked in, joined the line and placed my order. Noticed ladies working in the dining room to assure tables are clean as soon as customers leave. Once your meal is ready, they will call your name or someone will bring it to your table. Retro decor. Loved the music. Located across from SMU. You have the college crowd, residents from the neighborhood, grandparents with their grandchildren, and drive thru all buzzing with conversation. I found the chicken livers lightly battered, crispy on the outside and very tender meat on the inside. Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans were my sides. All tasty. Add additional seasonings and pepper sauce if you prefer. Be sure to check out the banana pudding. I requested extra meringue. Dessert was made fresh and tasted great. Pick-up, drive through, or dine in. Side note: Although there is no place for a tip when paying for your order... I always leave a tip on the table or hand it to the ladies working there. Much deserved for their hard work, friendly smiles, and pleasant attitude.

Fantastic food, great service, and the prices for very reasonable. I'll definitely be back when…read moreI'm in Oak Cliff.

Four of us came to Norma's before a concert at the Kessler. It was convenient and we really liked…read morethe food. I got a short stack of (huge) pancakes and they were great. My friend had the four-vegetable choice and she said they were good - as she slathered butter onto the homemade cornbread and rolls. DH and his friend had chicken-fried chicken and chicken-fried steak and my husband said it was one of the best chicken-fried steaks he'd had in a long time. Service was great and attentive and we enjoyed the whole dinner. It's an older cafe (the first Norma's, I believe). We'll be back for the good homemade food. A couple behind us bought two whole pies and they looked great, but we were way too full to order any for ourselves.

Location Design district, Dallas. Off Irving, near Wycliffe…read moreParking Large open lot, street Atmosphere Kitschy local Dallas diner-sayings of mama on the wall with "family" pictures. Family friendly! Seating Low tables, booths, great for groups Service Outstanding-attentive, thorough, friendly, efficient. Menu Love their grits-satisfies all the time. Plenty of butter on the table! Bottomless coffee and iced tea-get a to go cup! ,we had the #2- generous serving of bacon-3 large strips, eggs over medium-perfect! Came with choices, I had the pancakes-2 big ones, large pat of whipped butter and syrup. So filling. My husband had a huge bacon omelette. HUGE!!! Served with grits. The chicken fried steak had sauce on the side-juicy. There is a daily special. We got a pecan pie to go-the most popular pie here! Yummy! Did not last long! Coffee and iced tea are fresh! Summary My husband loves this restaurant-aDallas landmark overlooking the Trinity River park. We bring out of town visitors here for a taste of Dallas. They loved it. Best breakfast in town! Specials are awesome! Always happy here! See you there!

Always a place to go to for wonderful breakfast. Fresh, hot, and delicious. I always order the…read morecrispy has browns.

I came here for breakfast to include biscuits & gravy, and added sausage patties…read more Their coffee is hot and freshly made, and their food is delicious.

What I love about this place is the old time customer service. Everyone rushing around to take your…read moreorder and follow up to make sure everything is okay. Used the short Express Menu today. Old fashioned ~ 2 eggs over medium, grits, bacon, biscuits and gravy. Fresh coffee. Good news you can swap menu items around to your liking. Food came out hot and was very good. Although the Diner is old, menus a bit tattered, not fancy, however, clean restaurant, and customers are friendly. Restrooms are tiny but that's ok. Open early. They close at 3p every day. Serve breakfast all day. Both lunches and desserts are tasty. So much to choose from.... Located just down the road from UT Southwestern and Parkland Hospitals.

It's a diner; needs some attention; windows are dirty, menus were dirty;…read more I almost walked out. cheap breakfast, okay service; Eat somewhere else.

It's Just Okay. I…read morewas craving a chicken fried steak on a Thursday afternoon and Metro Diner popped up at the top of the "Open Now" and "Nearby" lists. I'd eaten there once about a decade ago and found it unremarkable. Turns out, not much has changed. Service was quick, and the food was fine, but the menu was oddly limited. No classic CFS sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or okra were available. Instead, it came with a side salad, or fries and toast. (Toast felt like a strange substitution for rolls, but ok fine.) The staff was accommodating, though their overall vibe was rough around the edges. The interior has that old-school diner look, but it feels worn down and not well maintained. Given their location near a busy intersection with new apartments and housing going up all around, Metro Diner has the potential to thrive. But it doesn't seem like they've realized that yet.

This diner experience combined good food, friendly service, and an old style diner atmosphere for a…read morefriendly place to enjoy a meal.

This restaurant left me with mixed feelings. The service ended up being the best part of the…read moreexperience. Once we were seated, our server, Susan, was attentive and friendly. However, our first impression wasn't great. My wife and I walked in wearing our Mexico jerseys because Mexico was set to play England in the World Cup. As we waited to be greeted, I couldn't shake the feeling that we were being judged by the looks we received. We were then seated in a back corner while most of the front seating was occupied by lighter-skinned patrons. Whether intentional or not, it made me feel uncomfortable and, unfortunately, singled out. As the meal went on, my wife initially didn't share my concerns, but after a comment was made about "saving money" while we were ordering, she also felt the remark was unnecessary and left us wondering if assumptions were being made about us. The food itself was average. The eggs were undercooked, and the chicken-fried steak lacked flavor and had the texture of something previously frozen. The standout item was definitely the biscuits--they were buttery, perfectly crisp on the outside, and easily the best part of the meal. Overall, it was a below-average dining experience. While the service improved after we were seated, the initial impression and a few comments during the meal overshadowed what could have been a much better visit. I hope the restaurant takes every guest's experience to heart because everyone deserves to feel equally welcome.

From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with that warm, classic diner feel that just makes you…read morefeel at home. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive--they really go out of their way to make sure you're taken care of. The food is the real star here. Everything tastes fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. The portions are HUGE, so you definitely get your money's worth. Their chicken fried steak is perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the gravy is rich and delicious. Don't even get me started on the pies--they're out of this world! Service was fast, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the whole experience just felt genuine and comforting. If you're looking for a spot with great food, generous portions, and top-notch service, Norma's Cafe is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back!

Hottddaamm!!! So…read moreglad they screwed up at honeywhatever around the block This place is stinking amazing !!! Music!!! Wow!! 80s and 90s ... like what i would want at a diner. We were sat immediately. Absolutely wonderful people! The coffee was greaaatttt!!! Hot and flavorful!! Not like the light brown tea almost coffee you get at a lot of places. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with the homemade biscuit... oh man. It had been. A while since I had something that good. My wife.\nHad the french toast and bacon. The bread tasted like it was sweet at home.It was already sweet and the bacon was nice , long and thick and crispy. Order a cinnamon roll to go , which we're excited to have here in a couple of hours, but everyone in this establishment is very hospitable , and everyone has a smile. If you have a chance to come and to enjoy please do so. Ask for Joshua!!! Great young man.