Adorable with nice service but the food leaves a lot to be desired. It's ok but I had higher…read moreexpectations. I had an everything bagel with salmon, onion, lettuce and tomato. Honestly I felt like I was eating a Lender's bagel with not much on it. My daughter had an everything bagel with cream cheese, she agreed and thought that even though simple it should have been better. Presentation was very nice and the service was good. We both had coffee, I had a dark roast, she a latte. This too was just ok. Truthfully I did expect more for the price we paid, I expected more period. Walking in I loved the place, it's darn cute and I think it's amazing that they sell "Quincy Cattle Beef" in the freezer that's in the front of the store. The decor is inviting but sadly our food and yes even simple was lacking but it was a relaxed atmosphere. Address: 598 2nd St, Cedar Key, FL 32625-5120 Phone: (352)543-5004 Hours: Saturday 8AM-2PM Sunday 8AM-2PM Monday 8AM-12PM Tuesday (Veterans Day) 8AM-12PM Hours might differ Wednesday 8AM-2PM Thursday 8AM-2PM Friday 8AM-2PM

Had good hot lattes today and my husband got a bfast sammie with spinach, egg and feta cheese - big…read moreand yummy!

Very enjoyable breakfast! I love a traditional diner…read moreatmosphere, and the Biscuit Barn did not disappoint. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. My only regret is that I was not hungry enough to try more items on the menu!

We were visiting Crystal River for the weekend, and wanted breakfast/brunch food before heading…read moreout. We had a short wait and were seated in about 10 minutes. The Biscuit Barn delivered! The grits and biscuits were delicious. The biscuits were golden brown, soft on the inside, and perfectly paired with the sausage gravy. The grits were also very well made, and perfect in the bowl! Three complaints: (1) parking was limited but definitely of size for the seats available in the restaurant; (2) the coffee was WAY too strong, bitter, and lacking normal coffee notes; and (3) they added a restaurant fee on the ticket. Still, we'd go again!

We had amazing service and food every time we are here…read more We did have one waitress who seemed like she was pretty unhappy but maybe she was having a bad day!

Atmosphere - Good. The building serves two purposes. It is a breakfast and lunch restaurant and in…read morethe evening a dinner service begins under the name of a restaurant that was unfortunately severely damaged by the hurricane in September of 2024. There is an outdoor patio dining area and an indoor dining area. The atmosphere is very seaside casual. Service - Very good. Our server was attentive and pleasant. Food - Mixed. I had breakfast at the restaurant one day and it was very good. My dinner was disappointing. The breading was very thick and the oysters were not cooked through well. Overall Value - Good. Currently, this is basically one of only two restaurants in town that is open for dinner. The prices are very reasonable and the service very good.

A quick dinner, and some well deserved decompression time took Dawn and I to the "cottage cafe" in…read moreOldtown, Fl This is one of our nice, clean, local main stay restaurants in the area. It's been a minute since we were here, so we decided on the cafe tonight. I requested the grilled chicken Cesar salad, and Dawn opted for the turkey-bacon club. Our waitress was quick to take our order and kept our drink glasses full. Lighting is adequate and there is deceptively a lot of room, and tables. The wait was just a little long, but we were behind two large groups of patrons and a big order. The head cook, even came out to apologize for our delay in service. The meal was presented nicely, it was well prepared and was what we expect from the cottage cafe. The prices are comparable to the area, and local economy. We will be back!

I have been going here for 4 yrs since moving from Georgia! The food is excellent! I go with…read moregirlfriend s and family and have always enjoyed everything! The service is great and girls are friendly, attentive and helpful! Cute country atmosphere. Always busy and they do stay open til 8pm for dinners! We've tried just about everything on the menu and highly recommend them! Great selection on breakfast, lunch and dinners and they have Specials of the day also! Pork chops are amazing, Any breakfast is outstanding and abundant portions! Usually crowded on Sundays!! Thanks Cottage Cafe for a great place to eat!!

We needed a place to hang out while my cat got serviced…read more I found them via Yelp and took the chance. Their door advertises these hotcakes that are 1"thick. So what the heck , we ordered a 2 stack of Pineapple uoside down cake, and those were simply a woek of art. I irdered a summer salad with chicken ,fresh fruit, etc and it was soo good! So much flavor in every bite. My husband had a Huge burger. Service was awesome, food was amazing we will be back

Don't follow the directions on Yelp--this restaurant is located at the end of the strip mall, not…read morein the middle. The dining room is large and open with plenty of seating, including both tables and booths. Service was a little slow, but with only two servers working, it was understandable. They serve Coke products, which is always a plus for me. I appreciated being able to order the turkey club without any sides since I don't eat large portions. If you're hungry, the sandwiches normally come with two sides. I also ordered the French toast ($7.56) with no extras. It comes topped with powdered sugar, but I opted out. It was served on a small plate with no room for anything else. The French toast was made with standard bread and egg batter--nothing fancy, but it was prepared well and tasted good. The turkey club was substantial and satisfying. I would have preferred it cut into quarters like a traditional club sandwich, and the ingredients should have extended closer to the edges of the bread rather than being centered. It also could have used a bit more turkey. That said, the sandwich was juicy, flavorful, and tasted exactly like a turkey club should. Overall, a solid meal with generous portions, plenty of seating, and a comfortable atmosphere.

Been awhile since we has been there. Buffet was really good. Friendly staff, never had to ask for a…read moredrink refill. Was fairly quiet in there, did get busy after awhile. You walk in pay for your buffet , and sit where you like . Real casual dining experience. The only negative thing i experienced was the dessertb, they were out of both cobblers for a little bit , didnt want to wait l,so tried a piece of each of the cakes they had in bowls. Chocolate Cake wasn't bad, butbwhat i believe to pineapple cake or something was very dry no flavor. I dont go to buffets for the deserts, so..the chicken an the rest of the food made up for the issue. A closer to home buffet , they did have a sign up for all you can eat crab legs on Sat 3-7pm.

Pre-pandemic Brown's would offer up their delicious fried chicken with whole breasts. Nowadays…read morethough they're being cheap and slicing 'em in half before frying, which also means they turn out super dry. That's really the only downside. Their inexpensive southern style buffet is still decent otherwise.

Fantastic little local spot in Crystal River. It's small, and clearly popular with a huge crowd at…read more9:45 on a weekday. We were seated fairly quickly, and got drinks immediately. While the menu was pretty standard, there was a good variety of food. We ordered eggs and biscuits, and I got grits while my husband got a (huge) pancake. Food comes out as it's ready because everything is made fresh and there aren't any heating lamps. Everything was hot and flavorful, and even though service was quick, we didn't feel rushed. Would definitely be back if we are in the area.

After spending the morning at Three Sisters Springs checking out the manatees, we worked up an…read moreappetite and stopped in for lunch at Grannie's Restaurant in Crystal River -- and it was exactly what we were hoping for. Grannie's is a cute little diner with simple décor and classic comfort food. Nothing fancy, just the kind of place that feels welcoming the second you walk in. Our waitress, Trish, was an absolute pistol -- quick-witted with a slightly sarcastic edge, and I loved every minute of it. We had great banter back and forth, and she made the whole experience even more fun. There were four of us in our group. The ladies both went with the vegetable soup and agreed it was tasty, though a bit heavy on the tomato flavor. One had a grilled cheese, the other a BLT, and both were happy with their sandwiches. Me and the other guy ordered the Monster Melt -- think patty melt vibes with a cooked-to-order burger patty, melted cheese, and diced onions. I had mine on rye bread, while my buddy went with a bun. We both agreed the burger meat was good quality and cooked just right. He paired his with crinkle-cut fries, and I went with fried okra because, well... when in the South, eat like a Southerner. After lunch, we shared a slice of homemade carrot cake. My wife thought it was a bit too sweet, but I say there's no such thing as too much money, too much fun, or too sweet of dessert. If you find yourself in Crystal River, do yourself a favor and stop by Grannie's. Ask for Trish, come hungry, and be prepared for some solid comfort food and a little entertainment along the way.

Stopped here while traveling to Central Florida for a wedding. Loved the bacon, egg and cheese…read morecroissant and the extra crispy hash browns! Our server was very nice and she answered all of our questions, of which we had many! We were able to sit outside on a nice spring morning before it got too hot. It wasn't the greatest since it's near the main road but they do have a lot of greenery up so you can't see it but you do hear it. I would love to have another one of those sandwiches again!

Last minute breakfast decision and wow I am so pleased that we decided on the Metro Diner!…read more As soon as we pulled up I had a good feeling about this place and I'll be honest coming from New York I miss my diners! Needless to say this the Metro diner truly surpassed my expectations. We walked in and were greeted immediately and asked if we would like to sit outside which is a covered area or indoors. We chose inside given it being a hot humid day and wanting that extra comfort. The vibe felt amazing with all the smiles and yes even though busy all the wait staff was hopping doing their business! We were seated and told about the specials and given the menu. I was unsure what I wanted because I think I could have eaten a little bit of everything! I did ask the waitress a couple of suggestions and one of them was the pancakes I had chosen. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner all day! How cool is that and rare. They had a chicken and waffle special that was actually half a chicken ( pieces ) fried with Belgium waffles, powdered sugar and sweet strawberry butter served with their signature sweet and spicy sauce. I'll be honest when I had seen someone else get their plate I was surprised. It looked absolutely incredible and well tremendous. On their specials they had banana pudding pancakes or waffles, this also sounded amazing. It had walnuts, butter and powdered sugar and definitely banana. I am most certainly glad that I chose this as it was incredibly. Super fluffy, flavorful and the banana was not overwhelming there was a perfect balance of flavors. There was a sauce on them that I assume was the banana pudding. It was light and just enough to not overpower the pancake itself. We had also ordered croissant French toast and my son absolutely loved them. They were crispy on the outside yet fluffy and flavorful with a fantastic texture topped with some powdered sugar. Some ordered hash browns, these were also delicious and homemade with a great texture and the portion like all the other dishes pretty large. We had all tried the biscuits and gravy. These too were delicious with such a nice balance of flavors. The biscuits indeed homemade. We were all very pleased with everything. Some eggs over easy and bacon cooked perfectly. The coffee honestly the best I've had in years. I'm a coffee drinker and I cannot figure this coffee was outstanding! I had four cups and wish for more ha ha. Best of all I must compliment the service. I have not been to a restaurant of any sort with such attentive service, quality service as we received here in years. The waitress kept refilling my coffee and water, brought my son more soda ( even a container to take his home ) asked everyone if they needed anything at appropriate times and was extremely kind and considerate. I will be back and I highly recommend the Metro Diner for a great meal, quality service and relaxed environment that you will enjoy. Address: 2130 SW 34th St. Gainsville, Florida 32608 Phone: (352)353-2889 Hours: Friday 7AM-8PM Saturday 7AM-8 PM Sunday 7AM-8 PM Monday 7AM-8PM Tuesday 7AM-8PM Wednesday 7AM-8 PM Thursday 7AM-8PM Wheelchair Accessible *** ( it can be a little tight sitting indoors but outside sitting is a notably more open space. Metrodiner.com