Fred's Diner is a sparkling diamond of a place that so many locals I mentioned it to were still…read moreunaware of. That's mostly due to location. It's less than a 10 minute drive from downtown Akron but it's off the beaten path. All locals (except me) in here. When I went (10AM Friday) the place was almost full, and I was dining alone, so I sat at the counter, happily next to the kitchen. To look at the kitchen was like looking inside a bee hive, bustling with activity but barely a sound. I could just make out what was being calmly stated "2 Silver Dollar, Salmon, Country Fried, 2 Over Easy..." It was fun to watch, but what was important was the output. It took just over 6 minutes from the time I order until it was sitting in front of me, and everything was perfect! The waitresses were so efficient. I saw my order hit the window and in about 12 seconds it was delivered. They were so customer focused, they were (jokingly) fighting over refilling my tea. When I was done and paid for I waited outside for Uber to pick me up (3 min). I looked back on what I'd just experienced, and snapped a picture of the two parking lots of cars for Fred's Diner. I counted and there were 32 cars at Fred's. OK maybe 10 were staff so 22 cars for customers, let's say on average there were 2 customers per car (remember I walked here so no car for me). By my calculation, Fred's was feeding 44 people every 30 minutes or so. No wonder they're only open 4 days a week and only for breakfast - lunch. I calculate they might serve 3200 meals in those 4 days, and then take 3 days off to get ready for the next week. I love this place. Wish I lived here so I could come more often.

My daughter and I both had off today, so we decided to hit up Fred's for breakfast. I had a craving…read morefor steak and eggs and she went with the corned beef hash. Both plates were very good. I particularly appreciate that they use real potatoes for their hashbrowns, not the frozen/freeze dried crap most places serve up these days. The service was great, coffee was strong, and our bellies are fullllll.

The food is great, the people are super friendly. The restaurant brings one back to the '50s not…read moreonly in price and generous servings but also in the surroundings.

Service is excellent, the food was amazing, portion size for the price top notch, and the…read moreatmosphere is small, but perfect for the 50's theme. We'll worth giving it a try, glad I did.

Attractive old-style diner, friendly, attentive service and good food who could ask for more?read more

This was my first time visiting Johnny's diner and I'm glad I did…read more The decor looks like a 50s diner very well done with a lot of cool things on the walls and around the diner. My waitress was very sweet and attentive and was a pleasure to speak with. I ordered the buckeye skillet. It came out really quick and was very hot and tasty. The base of the skillet is a biscuit with sausage gravy, which were surprisingly good for being in Northeast Ohio. I liked everything about it except that I always order my hashbrowns crispy crispy and the ones that I got were soggy. Johnny's serves up a good cup of coffee, a nice dark strong cup of coffee. I'll definitely be back again. I will bring my wife and friends. I looked at their menu and they look to have an authentic Philly cheesesteak made with cheese whiz. I'll have to try it next time. Overall, a good experience I would recommend Johnny to anybody wanting a good bite to eat at a fair price.

We finally made it to the Crows Nest for breakfast this morning. The customer service is top notch,…read moreit's a fine oiled machine. The atmosphere was very cozy and inviting. The food was fantastic. I got the Country Benedict with Homefries and my wife got their sausage gravy and biscuits and a side of French Toast. We will definitely be back sooner than later. If you are visiting the area or a local, give them a try. You'll be glad you did. BOOM!!!!

Hidden gem as far as I'm concerned. Too hidden, I've lived here embarrassingly long and only tried…read morethis place 2 months ago! Fantastic breakfasts, I've been back a few times and it's consistent. Great pancakes, waffles, fluffy omelets, bacon is on point. I've had out of town company two of the recent holidays and they wanted to come here each time! Very friendly and attentive service. It's very cute inside, warm and welcoming. Easily accommodated our big family table each time (8+) The only thing I would tweak is the coffee- could be stronger! We will be back again soon!

Always passing by this location but never really entered until yesterday. We wanted something quick…read moreand thought why not. The decor and interior is super simple nothing fancy. The waitress was super nice. The food came out pretty fast. This is the type of diner that we have back in NYC and the food was very good! Simple and nothing flashy. For 2 people it was almost $30. A bit overpriced in my opinion. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars, if you are sitting in the booth, and someone is sitting on the other side, you can feel them through the chair. I wasn't able to lean back the whole time due to this, and every time the gentleman on the other side moved, I felt it, and it was uncomfortable.

Went to eat and found out it was all you can eat fish night and it did not disappoint..the plate…read morewas so full you didn'tneed to ask for more.tender crispy and plenty of it....fries were great too...crispy and very tasty...our go to spot....second time I had clam strips same as the fish,plenty and tasty

Went for Bfast with some others and tried the German Skillet which is really like an omelette with…read moreKielbasa mixed in w the hash browns. It was good although the skin of the kielbasa was almost like paper because it was not breaking down. I had to take care of that subtly with my napkin. But flavor was very good and our waitress was super despite being very busy.

This place was awesome! Server was super sweet, accommodating and helpful. He convinced me to get…read morethe patty melt. It did not disappoint! Delicious! I added fries and cole slaw which were great, too. I don't eat ice cream but they are famous for it and had pages of options. The atmosphere is very quaint and homestyle. It was tucked away in a tiny plaza but packed at lunch so must not be a secret!

Fancy? No. Delicious food, friendly service, fair prices, and a small town vibe? YES. Its a go to…read morefor weekend breakfast but I've been for dinner once as well. I'll definitely continue going back! Tip: They get busy on the weekend, so just be prepared that you may need to wait. There isn't a parking lot dedicated to the diner, but street parking and a community lot down the hill is free. Don't forget to check out the dessert offerings!

The food here is always good. A large menu from burgers to daily specials. Recently renovated the…read morenew windows and lighting make it feel warm and inviting. The service is top notch the waitresses will make you feel like family.

This place is exactly what you'd hope for in a classic diner experience. Nancy's Main Street Diner…read moredelivers on all fronts--great breakfast, delicious home-cooked meals, and that unmistakable diner charm with stainless steel, chrome, and just the right amount of sass from the servers to keep things fun. We had a burger and a grilled cheese sandwich, each served with different types of fries--both done just right. The food was hot, flavorful, and comforting. Their pies and breakfast options are also worth the trip alone. Prices are very reasonable, and the portions won't leave you hungry. If you're in Grafton and looking for a no-frills, feel-good meal, this is the spot. A true small-town gem.

Friendly diner vibes…read more I took my son here for a fun treat and we had a great time. The restaurant is an old fashioned diner with counter stools and booths. Lots of 50s decor from cars to Betty boop. The menu has a large selection of breakfast and lunch options. Plus a kids menu. My son ordered the kids French toast and sausage. It was a huge portion. I had the chicken Philly and it was overflowing with food. The service was the best. Everyone was friendly.

Never have a problem with food or service I will say it is expensive…read more Food is always good

Great place! Same prices as the chains but better quality and support a small business! Well worth…read moreit