Stopped into Metro Diner this morning during a drive to Aiken, and it ended up being one of those meals you don't forget. The vibe is exactly what you hope for in a local diner -- warm, welcoming, and full of life. You can tell right away it's a place people love coming back to. I ordered the Croissant French Toast, and WOW. It was perfectly cooked with flaky layers and that soft, custardy center -- rich without being too heavy. My brother went with the Fruit Waffle, loaded with fresh strawberries and bananas, and it was just as good as it looked. But honestly, what made the experience stand out was the service. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel completely at home. If you're anywhere near Aiken and craving a solid breakfast, this place is 100% worth it. read more

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Hands Down! The Best Chicken & Waffles I've ever had! I've only been there twice & I absolutely loved the service. They were so nice to me. I'm not from South Carolina however it was definitely a pleasure eating there. Thank You Soo Much! read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken & Waffle - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

We ordered delivery. It wasn't a bad wait time but, the food was about room temp when we got it. I ate my sandwich without the bread. The bacon was chewy, the egg was over well, I guess. The bread just wasn't good. read more

Metro Diner - Avocado egg and bacon sandwich with a side of cheese grits. - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Metro Diner is solid--fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and their omelets are packed with flavor. Friendly service and a classic diner feel, perfect way to start the day. Definitely going back! read more

Metro Diner - Good breakfast here. - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Back again for a lil lunch .. had the burger and cheese fries . The Burger was perfectly cooked & seasoned, bun was soft and delicious as well. cheese fries .fries were seasoned well with shredded cheese. Please for the love of God, Get cheese sauce. Although the fries were ok.. shredded cheese is horrible for cheese fries.. great experience read more

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Visited this nice little diner while in town visiting my daughter...great vibes and the burger was cooked perfect and had a very good taste. Only complaint would be no pickle chips for the burger, but that quickly didnt mater once i had a bit! I will be going back read more

Metro diner in Florida is great. One in Aiken isn't so great. Can't seem to make food like they do there. Staff changes a lot. We like to see same faces. Food was fresh if you go when they first open. If not don't go. Only go when they first open. That's when you know the food is fresh.. read more

We thoroughly enjoy eating at the Metro Diner. Every time we leave happier than when we arrived. The food is consistently good and comes out correctly. The overall environment is nice and comfortable. Shout out to our favorite staff: Michael and Zach. You both are so kind and make us feel very welcome! Looking forward to future visits. read more

I ordered delivery from Metro Diner in Aiken, and I'm really disappointed. I waited almost an hour for my food, and when it finally arrived, it was cold. The bacon was super chewy, and the pancakes weren't even cooked all the way. This was a huge letdown, and I won't be ordering again. read more

I'm updating this because I've been back to Metro several times since and the food was great. Customer service is also always top notch.

This was the best restaurant I've had in a while it's always a plus when your waitress is very helpful we had a party of 6 and she was giving us so much help with anything that we needed also gave us recommendations I had the breakfast burger it was cooked perfectly same with the fries just made me feel at home the pancake was so good hit all points the food was amazing will definitely be back we live a hour away and it's still worth the drive read more

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The person named Ben taking to go orders is to busy talking while on the clock. As I'm standing waiting on my food that's already ready while he chooses to be lazy and talk for 7 minutes. Had to get somebody else that was doing the job to get his attention. After so he didn't apologize or anything. But that's just who Ben is I guess if he wasn't he wouldn't have made himself look such a way. Food is 10/10 person that helped me after being ignored is 10/10. Ben the to go person is a -1/10. read more

Me and my family ate here while visiting my sister. We were served by Miss Rachel who was incredible. Very friendly, very helpful, overall a delight. The atmosphere of the restaurant has a neat retro vibe and the food was quite delicious. Everyone's plate looked good and my Meat Lover's Scramble Bowl was hearty and tasty. I will definitely come back when I'm in town. read more

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Decided to go here for Saturday lunch 23rd March 2024. Tell the lady we would prefer a booth and for the next few minutes she is studying the seating device. I could have told her what booths were available just by looking up and out over the dining room. Then another lady appeared to help her make the decision of what booth was available and they were both looking at the device. Then a 3rd lady appeared and said sit them in that booth and we work the device later LOL Wife had a breakfast and I had the fish and chips. Wife's hashbrowns were a little burnt to be honest. My slaw looked like it had been made some time before our visit. Other than that the food was ok. Service matched - it was fair. Price is slightly on the high side but this Aiken. Would we go again - maybe if someone from our party was going read more

Metro Diner - Fish and chips - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Great service! Avocado toast was perfectly seasoned and shareable. Skillet was also a hit with my crew. We will definitely be back!

Nice place. Was clean and service was quick. Cheese curds were really good. Unfortunately the Shepards pie was just a bowl of mashed potatoes with cheese on top and gravy underneath. There was virtually no meat or vegetables in the dish. I was surprised that our server didn't ask if there was something wrong with the dish because I didn't eat but a couple bites of it and do t want a to go box. I might try them again but maybe breakfast food next time. read more

Ordered a simple breakfast, eggs , hash browns, sausage links and toast. The eggs were fine, but the hash browns were burnt, links had absolutely no flavor and the toast wasn't even buttered. Gave me gastrointestinal distress ALL DAY!!! Never going back!! read more

This modern dinner has an old school feel. There is a lot of available seating to include counter seating. There is a large menu and the options look great. I got the cinnamon roll pancakes and was very happy with that choice. The flavor and texture were so great. My guest got the eggs Benedict and enjoyed them very much. The service was friendly and attentive. The prices were great. I will definitely return and recommend this place, especially for breakfast. read more

Metro Diner - Interior - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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It's okay, but nothing to make a special trip for. Old school diner decor, service was fine, but the food left something to be desired.

My time at metro was indeed delightful and tasty and the food was amazingly delicious with hearty portions. Courteous service with a homely atmosphere. read more

My wife loves this place and I don't care for it at all. Everything I ever ordered there could have been better. The only thing I had there that had a good flavor was the beef but it was too tough to be edible. My wife ordered one of the breakfast type bowls and they put a plate with sliced avocado that was supposed to be on top. She was half through with it. Toss in some iffy service which varies from time to time and I'm not going back. read more

Good local Diner. We have had two experiences here. First was a to go order of the fried chicken. It was super awesome. The second we Went for breakfast today. I got the meat lovers omelette. My kiddo got the cinnamon pancakes. Very sweet but the kiddos loves it! Staff was all very nice and easy going. Orders came out fast. Would recommend aside from the coffee. Coffee tasted like it was from a soap dish. Just not my style but good for others I guess. Enjoy! read more

Metro Diner - Pancakes! - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Eat here a few times a week for Breakfast. I am a creature of habit and I always have Gracie as my server. She does an amazing job and knows my regular items. The food is always good and the service is even better. read more

Delicious, great service and friendly Will go back as i have before Clean , plenty of room parking not a problem read more

Perfect time for Breakfast. It's been forever since I went to Metro Diner and I'm glad I was in the area to try it out. let me tell you they have such incredible items on the menu to try it was hard to choose from. But I finally decided on the Bissell Breakfast and boy was it amazing and the great thing about getting the Breakfast that inside of bacon I had the option of turkey sausage links which was wonderful since I don't eat Pork. I have no regrets at all and it was definitely worth the trip. Awesome food and equally awesome service as well. Can't wait to come back again. :) read more

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They don't open until 8 but worth the wait. Staff was friendly and attentive. I did not run out of tea. Ordered the bisquits and gravy meal. So much food, bring your appetite. For some the bisquits may be a little doughy and the home fries could have been cooked a little more, but that is my preference. The whole thing was 16 bucks. Would come back. read more

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Old school feel. Food was great. Service fantastic. The wife and I will be back. Bartender made a special drink for me and she loved the idea so much she said she would continue making this . read more

My last 3 visits to metro in the last year resulted in money back for uncooked eggs, than uncooked shepherds pie, the last time we were seated and ignored for 20 minutes so we left. Yesterday, we went to metro for dinner to see if there's been any changes in staff or kitchen/cooking procedures and to our surprise we got great service, the food was good, and we enjoyed our dinner. Metro has always been a clean family style restaurant. it's one of the reasons we keep checking back. They have great potential if they hire good cooks and friendly staff. read more

Sticky chicken is my favorite. You're guarantee to have leftovers with this one you literally get a whole half of a chicken. Fish and chips are a favorite very simple and made like the classic it is. Shrimp and grits are another story the grits are fried and meant to be mashed into the shrimp and gravy, delicious. You won't be disappointed and don't forget your $3 mimosas you'll have a buzz from these honey so drink with caution. read more

Metro Diner - Fish & Chips Bacon, Charleston Shrimp & Grits - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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This was my first time at Metro Diner. Our waitress, Rachel was soooo nice. I ordered the bacon, egg and cheese croissant and it was buttery and very delicious. The diner was what you would expect of a diner. Very casual and very clean. read more

Metro Diner - The diner floor - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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Friendly service and good comfort food. Everything was freshly made and hot. Don't miss dessert here.

Last visit, I got the large shrimp and grits, and they were some of the best this South Carolinian has had!

This place was a simple all-American pit stop. Usually the diners nowadays are kind of trashy and dirty. This place had great service and did well under pressure. My wife enjoyed our breakfast here on a Sunday brunch rush. We also recommend their $10 mimosa flight if they still have it. read more

we've been pretty regular customers over time, but that's coming to an end. quality of food has steadily declined. today, we had fried chicken which had been cook who knows howlongbefore we arrived. had a bowl of soup made mostly of cornstarch. could stand a spoon in it. manager has a name on door, but haven't ever seen him come arond to tables, if he's even there. Service staff are good and attentive....food fails badly. Good bye Metro Diner. read more

The food is at decent price. The staff was very joyful and in good spirits. It is the holidays and everyone has smiles. The old diner feeling was a nice look read more

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Fast service, good food. Just don't sit too close to the service station or you'll hear filth throughout your stay.

The food here was absolutely TOP NOTCH. From a loaded hash-brown to Chicken and Waffles. All amazing food!!! read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken & Waffle with Strawberry butter - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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This is not my first time here, but my first review of the Aiken location. I always get the chicken and waffles. Next time I'll try something different. It was delicious as always. My mom got the fish and chips (not pictured). The service was really good this time, maybe because it wasn't busy. Also, it wasn't freezing this time either. Nice dining experience. read more

Metro Diner - Chicken and Waffles - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Ordered avocado toast. Was told the cook was too busy to make it. Every thing else on their breakfast menu is at least 1000 calories.

Came for brunch with a crowd after tennis tournament. Big group left before us and they quickly wiped down bar for us. Everyone enjoyed their food and great prices in mimosas and bloodies. I had the steak bowl as trying to eliminate carbs. I recommend Hollandaise on the side (I didn't use). A friend's shrimp and grits looked AMAZINg and liked the rift on the breakfast burrito press. I'd definitely return! read more

Metro Diner - Steak and Egg Bowl - Diners Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina