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    Grinders American Diner

    3.9 (257 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    GRINDERS AMERICAN DINER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Bill M.

    Read good things about this place and we're out and about kinda early so we stopped in to see what all the fuss was about. Really local vibe. Really busy but we sat ourselves pretty quick right by a window. Server came over after a few minutes and got our drink order. Menu is pretty large so we were not ready to order. So I grabbed the Original Grinder. Had to try the OG. Very fresh. Lite dressing and really good bread. Really good. Also had the Tots. Maybe a little over done but they were tasty. Deb got the Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast. Gravy was really good with lite fluffy biscuits. The reviews and hype are real. This place has solid comfort food and service is pretty quick.

    spicy smoked sausage with cheese on raisin toast. Sweet and Spicy!
    Christian K.

    It's been over a year since my last review, and this place has become a Saturday tradition for me and friends who come in from all over town. Prices have gone up (like everywhere), but the food and service are still spot on. I used to be all about their corned beef hash, but lately I've been hooked on my own little creation: spicy smoked sausage with cheese on raisin toast. Sounds odd, but trust me... don't knock it till you try it. April is our go-to waitress, and she's always amazing. Friendly, attentive, and makes sure we're taken care of every time. Grinder's is still that comfortable diner you can count on for good food and good people.

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    Kevin L.

    Great. Meal. Good service and reasonable prices had sub sandwich. And fries will be back when on that side of town

    Country Breakfast and short stack Short Stack, Banana and Pecans Combo with a side of Sausage Links
    Ebony H.

    My daughter had the Country Breakfast (what I had our first time in). I had Short Stack, Banana and Pecans Combo with a side of sausage links. The pancakes are delicious and fluffy. The sweet tea wasn't good today. It tasted watered down, so we switched to sprite. That tasted off as well, so we ended up with water but I still paid for the teas although we didn't drink the tea or the soda. Overall, we had a great second experience.

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    Michelle D.

    I was getting my car serviced at Nissan less than a mile away. My friend picked me up, and we stopped in for breakfast. I found Grinder's American Diner on Yelp with four stars. I'm giving five stars. My sausage gravy and biscuits were delicious. The gravy consistency was perfect, not too thin or thick. And was packed with flavor. The biscuits were light and fluffy yet huge. My scrambled eggs with cheese were cooked perfectly! My friend enjoyed her breakfast too. She did say she had tried better fried green tomatoes. Our server was friendly and checked in regularly. It was an old school diner feel with a family vibe. I could tell several patrons were regulars. Always a good indication! There was also outdoor seating available. If you are looking for a good no nonsense breakfast, stop in and give them a try.

    Same Old Grind. Half eaten!! So delicious. Upgrade to the baby cakes!
    Jennifer B.

    Grinders is one of my favorite diners in Jax. Always quick service and delicious food. If your in for breakfast make sure to upgrade to the babycakes. Yumm! Just an FYI if you check in using Yelp it says you get a free coffee but they do not honor it.

    Same old grind! $9.99

    Fav breakfast spot! Cheaper than Waffle House!!!! Same old grind $9.99 with raisin toast!

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    Rick P.

    Grinders has a great menu. Need to go there for just more than breakfast. My normal breakfast. 2 eggs, chicken fried chicken with pepper gravy. Home fried potatoes grilled. Everything was good. A bit slow but good. They were busy.

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    Sorry excuse for eggs Benedict, they use shaved ham and very little of it. Terrible home fries I wasted 30 minutes of my life.

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    Terrific food, outstanding service, good variety! April was perfect, patient and professional in her service.

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    Service and food are consistently amazing. Never been disappointed! Burgers and meatloaf - WOW! So good

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    I have been here several times and everything I have ordered has been great. Wonderful service and friendly people.

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    Yummy, juicy hamburger and hot seasoned fries. Excellent service also. Will come there again for lunch.

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