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    Ma’s Diner

    4.4 (69 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise

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    Karolyn H.

    And now we present your dinner! Finally we were able to eat dinner at Ma's and were not disappointed. I had the fried chicken dinner with garlic mash potatoes and Brussels. Everything was hot and juicy. The chicken was so crispy on outside yet moist on inside. Sides were great. My husband had the meatloaf dinner and loved it. He also had the Brussels and choose fries instead of my mash. The meatloaf was a generous portion and filled with yummy flavor. Now waiting for dessert to be added to the menu. We will be back to try more dinner options.

    Anthony M.

    Great service the best breakfast spot in Tallahassee. Staff was very friendly. Food was on point.

    Breakfast platter
    Bret I.

    I love the vibe: it's like a small town diner. A lot of regulars; people who know each other stopping by each others tables; an owner who not only chats with everyone but does whatever is needed, be it bussing a table, seating a customer, or serving food. In short: a great neighborhood diner. The food was good, but nothing exciting or exceptional. The breakfast choices aren't extensive, but they cover many breakfast standards. I had a breakfast platter that had 2 eggs (I asked for scrambled), a Bradley's sausage patty, biscuit and grits. The eggs were cooked well. The sausage patty was tasty, I only wish that it wasn't paper thin. The biscuit was also good and I was told it was homemade. The grits, however, were a disappointment. They were tasty, but way too soupy. There was nothing creamy about them, as though they had too much water and were not cooked long enough. It was good, basic breakfast food in a lively environment with very attentive service.

    Simple and delicious
    Mark J.

    Ma's is such a wholesome, "feels like home" diner. I got a 4 eggs scramble with a hot link and bacon. It was perfect! Hit the spot in all the ways, leaving me full and happy. Price was solid too. Oh and also, they're right by crumbl cookies. Just in case you want to grab one for the road.

    Chocolate factory waffle w/o chocolate syrup, side bacon

    We love Ma's Diner. It's a place my in-laws always want to visit when they're in town. Simple, fast, and delicious. Today I remembered to take a picture of my kid's order. Everything I've ever ordered is great!

    Angela F.

    Cool little place. They have a sign that says "No WiFi Just Hifi". A record player playing albums sits behind the bar. Our server, Stephanie, was as sweet as she could be. The coffee was delicious and I like that they have cute little reusable creamer containers. Now for the bad news... My scrambled eggs were dry, the toast was too toasted and the cheese grits were too thick. Presentation was very Waffle House-esque- Throw it on a plate with no regard for presentation. But its a diner so I guess that's what they're going for. I'm not sure if I'll return. They were quite busy so that's a good sign. Maybe I should give them another try.

    We'll be back for sure!! Our waiter was AWSEOME! He carried a dinosaur with him and was just very attentive. It seems like a place where one can become a regular.

    The Edythe
    Shannon B.

    Since writing the aforementioned review we have frequented Ma's mostly to-go but ate in today. Our server, Stephanie, has served us before and thankfully served us again today. She is so friendly and attentive. The hostess was also friendly (Alyssa) and chatted with my daughter about their mutual high school experiences. Ma's is an experience that makes you nostalgic and feel at home.

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    The food wasn't bad but it was like eating in an old time country. diner, and it was pricey, very pricey for what it was

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    Wonderful atmosphere and music. So glad yall decided to start a jazz night. Food and service were amazing as well!!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food. Service was a little slow but they were busy for father's day. Cute place too.

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    This is a fave breakfast spot! Hometown... yumminess if you want something simply satisfying like grandmas Sunday kitchen...well then...

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