Only in town for one night on way to Disney cruise. Not big on fast food but didn't want sit down restaurant for family of five. Found this and glad I did! Got the family chicken and waffles and it was ON POINT! Hot, fresh, and affordable! read more

Last minute breakfast decision and wow I am so pleased that we decided on the Metro Diner! 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 read more

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After a visit to the VA for some routine medical work, my wife and I were looking forward to sampling the food at Metro Diner after reading glowing Yelp reviews and a recommendation, albeit a tepid one, from a fellow Yelp Elite we spoke to at a YES event. Upon entering, we were led to a booth. The place looked smaller than what I expected. It was a late lunch so my wife and I were ready to order when our server finally showed up after a few minutes wait. My wife ordered the Chicken Pot Pie and I had the Beef Tips. My wife liked the flavor of her dish but it was not as creamy as she was expecting...runnier than preferred. My dish was fine, not a standout. The cut of meat had some gristly pieces that were tough to cut with a butter knife...I should've asked for and it should've been served with a steak knife. The green beans were good though. On a side note, Texas Roadhouse offers a similar dish that has a more robust flavor with better cuts of tender sirloin meat. All in all, not too bad. My wife and I both like comfort food and will probably dine here again...but perhaps order something else. Lunch for 2 with tip came out to just under $38. read more

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Delicious food options, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Can't go wrong.... Corn beef hash.. spot on delicious. read more

I love Metro Diners, alot of good food for affordable prices. I usually get the chicken tenders but tried the new chicken parm, 2 pieces and penne for $11.99, tasty, such a deal. Service from Anna was excellent. AC was way too cold. read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Saturday morning and we go out to our table right away. I've never eaten here passing through town. I had the avocado toast and my girlfriend had bacon and eggs, she had a bloody Mary and it was naked, not one piece of vegetable or olive in it and it was so delicious. our waitress was moving Taylor and she was a delight. read more

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Well when we pulled in and saw the large number ofbfolks out in front of the restaurant, we were like maybe not. But we found a parking spot and walked in and got sat down right away!! See if everyone in your party isnt there they will make you wait till everyone is there before the seat you. Ordered an amazing western omelette, and the wiffe orsered somw pancakes and sausage and gravy. There was so much food she actually had to take some home. And my omelet had so much meat and veggies in it probably one of the best omelets i have had in Gainesville. And our server was very busy but made sure to check in on us regularly . Seemed like all the servers were helping each other and they all were froendly as well. Now i know why the parking lot is so packed when i drive by.Worth the stop if your in the area And breakfast is All Day. Win Win!! read more

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Another Gator Cup another opportunity to stop by the Metro. Always a solid breakfast. Service is fast and friendly and the sweet tea is delicious. Never had a bad breakfast here. Just a solid diner with all the decor to match. Plenty of parking. Love it. See y'all next year. read more

Our son introduced us to Metro Diner several years ago during one of our visits, he attended the University of Florida. We visited Metro for breakfast every time we visited and it was always super packed. We usually had a wait time of approximately 20-30 minutes. Never once did we receive anything less than phenomenal food and service. I can't say I have a favorite dish because everything I tried was just delicious. Serving sizes are quite big as I never once finished a meal but having a young adult male in the family remedies that problem because I always ordered something we would both like because my son always finished my meal. He graduated some years ago, so unfortunately we have not had the opportunity to return to this location. They have another location in Pembroke Pines but the menu is not the same and the quality of the food is not as good. So I guess we'll have to stop by this location during our next road trip! read more

I usually like this restuarant but I ordered some pancakes for pick up and was really disappointed with how it was set up. They use Styrofoam packaging for everything, which is an issue but I would normally not deduct stars for this. However, they placed my very hot pancakes into the Styrofoam container and the bottom pancakes melted the Styrofoam badly. You are not supposed to put hot foods in Styrofoam because it melts the plastic and then you end up eating it.... and this plastic can cause serious health issues over time like cancers and thyroid issues, not to mention who wants to eat pancakes with an extra helping of plastic? I understand being busy, but please do not do this. If anything, put heat safe wax paper/parchment paper between the hot food and the Styrofoam so you arent accidentally poisoning your customers :( read more

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Metro Diner in Gainesville is our go-to spot for breakfast or brunch whenever we visit UF. It's the perfect mix of a classic greasy spoon with plenty of hearty, indulgent options and healthier choices if you want them. The portions are generous, the food always comes out hot and fast, and the staff is friendly and efficient. It's clearly a local favorite--students, families, and Gainesville regulars all pack the place--so be prepared to wait a bit, especially on weekends. Totally worth it though. The atmosphere is super casual, "cap on" kind of place, which makes it even more comfortable. It's what a great diner should be, southern style. Always a family favorite for us! read more

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Very cozy atmosphere with yummy food! Our waiter made some great suggestions and was very prompt with service and food! read more

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Service food environment We got the chicken and waffles and eggs grits and biscuit. Everything was fresh and came out quick. The waffles were light and delicious with the strawberry butter. Great breakfast spot! Kyle with curly hair was excellent. Attentive and friendly! read more

This seems to be a fav spot for locals. Totally packed early on a weekend and the people just kept coming. Located in a strip mall with easy parking. Both inside and patio seating offered. Staff here is amazing, capable and efficient. One particularly effervescent guy was literally cleaning up a spill on the floor, taking orders, and delivering food with panache and a contagious energy. Ordered the bacon avocado scramble and meat lovers scramble. Portions were adequate and food tasty. Nothing was fancy, but it was good and pricing was reasonable. Several of their dishes come with hollandaise sauce on it (which was a good tasting hollandaise), but it's a lot of it so if you're unsure how you feel about it, request on the side. If you're gluten-free they seem to be really good about knowing the options and ensuring safety. GF toast and buns are available. They even offered to cook my hash browns in a separate skillet. If you haven't tried Metro Diner, it's worth stopping by. read more

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I enjoyed an early Saturday morning breakfast at Metro while sitting and relaxing at the counter. Kyle was my excellent server and he was very helpful and attentive while letting me relax. Thanks Kyle! The eggs, grits, sausage, toast breakfast was well presented and perfectly cooked. One of the cool things about sitting at the counter was I got to watch the cooks do their thing. They were on it!! Life is good with a nice delicious relaxing breakfast with excellent service. read more

Metro Diner - This will last me for breakfast, lunch and probably more! - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

It has been quite a while since I last visited the Metro Diner, and my mother and I were looking for a place that would serve us some nice home cooking. The decor hasn't changed much since the last time I was there, which has been more than five years. We were greeted and told to sit wherever we wanted, and of course since I prefer tables with actual chairs we had no problem finding a spot. Drinks were brought out, and looking through the menu the Shepherd's Pie stuck out to me as being the choice to go for. Then I saw that they have corned beef hash as a side dish, so I had to go for that as well. All of it was excellent, and I was a happy person when we left. This is still a great place to go for some good home-style cooking, and I need to keep it on my radar for more frequent visits. read more

Always a favorite! Can't beat the Chicken and Waffles! Wonderful menu, come early and stay awhile!

I was worried it was gonna be a long wait since it was Easter Sunday but got seated right away and food came out quickly! Got the chicken and waffles and it was good. read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

An impromptu, spur of the moment motorcycle ride to Gainesville brought us to the Metro Diner. It's located at the end of a small strip mall on SW 34th St. This was our first visit, and to avoid a wait we opted to sit outside. We started with a cheese curd (fried) appetizer, and they were promptly delivered and cooked nicely. I ordered the grilled chicken Cesar salad and Dawn got avocado toast with one egg. The outside area was nice, with a lite breeze and fans circulating the air. It's pet friendly and the dogs were well behaved and fun to watch. It's close to the road but traffic noise was a minimum. Sam our waitress was good, and cordial, she also made several trips to our table to check on us. Everything was well cooked, well prepared and quite palatable. We will keep the Metro Diner in mind for future dinner dates. The ONLY downside was being on the bike, with no room for leftovers :-) The prices were decent and Comparable to the area. read more

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We haven't been to Gainesville in several years and decided to go back to the Metro Diner for lunch when we visited recently. We came after the lunch rush hour, so we had excellent service. The Philly Cheese Steak is one of the best I've ever had. Kudos to our servers Akira and Kyle for doing a great job and keeping us entertained - it made our day! read more

This is one of my favorite spots in Gainesville for a cozy meal that feels like home. Whether it's a post game day brunch or fuel for a long study session, I know I can always count on Metro to set me up for a great day. Working in the service industry, I have to applaud the team work, attentiveness, and enthusiasm that comes from this whole team. I've had excellent service every time I've visited - even at peak times when there's a line out the door. Just a note: if you come on a Sunday (after a game day or after Church), it WILL be busy, but they will still have great service and food comes out quick. Have some grace and patience for a team that is working hard to get you your meals as soon as possible. Don't be a Karen :) Samantha E has served me multiple times and I have to shout her out because she's always efficient, friendly, and pays attention to detail. The food is always excellent. I tend to get the same thing every time - the steak frites - and the consistency of that kitchen is amazing. It's always delicious and always medium rare how I request it. There's not a bad meal on the menu and I highly recommend the chicken and waffles (with their strawberry butter) or any of their egg breakfasts! I've been to two of the other locations in Tampa, and I have to say the Gainesville Metro is by far the best. Great spot for family weekend or a big breakfast after a late Saturday night in Midtown. read more

I did a quick search for a breakfast spot and this place's high reviews caught my eye. It did not disappoint. We were quoted a 25 minute wait, but we were seated within 15 minutes. The menu was pretty broad and there's something for everyone. While the biscuits and gravy isn't photogenic, it was delicious, as was the steak scramble. If you're looking for a great breakfast spot, Metro Diner will not disappoint. read more

Metro Diner - Biscuits & Sausage Gravy - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I ordered the strawberry bread pudding. It's awful! Lump of soggy bread no flavor. No strawberry infusion, no strawberry cream cheese icing, no strawberry crunches or whatever and the strawberries that were there were not ripe. Looked nothing like the photo. Complete waste of money. And no dip with my chicken tender meal. read more

Great experience!! Stopped by because a friend recommended. Food was amazing and the staff went above and beyond to make your visit memorable!! read more

Metro Diner - This is what happens when you can't decide! A little bit of everything - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Food great. Avocado toast was superb! Service was very fast :) Ambiance was very crowded :( but I guess is b/c it is good :) read more

I love metro diner. Now they have many locations all over the south so if you see one stop by. I ordered the half order of chicken and waffles. The best part for me is that strawberry butter and the spicy syrup. Fast service and my food was out before i could finish a chapter of my book. I sat at the counter which complimented the diner vibe here. This is a delicious and affordable choice that you won't regret read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

We stopped by Metro Diner for the first time while visiting the area based on the fantastic reviews. We came on a Sunday morning and they were crowded as we expected, but they took our name and number and texted us when a table was ready. The glowing reviews were on point! Brunch was great -- everything we ordered was delicious. The portions were just right, and service was excellent. Highly recommend! We will definitely return the next time we're in town! read more

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I haven't been to any diners since relocating to Gainesville. I came across this place through a Google search while trying to find new restaurants to try, and I decided to give it a shot. First of all, this place is busy--I visited on a Wednesday around 11 AM, only to find it was over 80% occupied even at that time. However, the servers were still very attentive and friendly. The portions were generous, and the food was prepared perfectly. Traditional American cuisine. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

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This place is fantastic for fast food. It has great service and delicious food. We ordered the waffles, fried chicken, and country-fried steak special. Everything tated good, but the fried chicken with the spicy siroup is the best. Highly recommend this spot fornsone good food and service. read more

Metro Diner - Fruity walfle & Fried chicken - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

The food was pretty good and they have a lot of choices. The outdoor seating area is nice but a little cramped. The service was excellent and very quick for how crowded it was. There was a wait to get seated but it wasn't too bad. read more

Metro Diner - Hot Spicy Honey Chicken Biscuit with cheese grits - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

I am feeling generous with the 5 stars but definitely higher than 4. It's casual, friendly and relaxed. Service is very prompt and everything is made to order. Poached eggs were perfect. Hollandaise sauce was perfect, chicken a little salty but that's ok. Great place for breakfast or all day. I have been here before and glad I came back read more

Metro Diner - Fried chicken Benedict - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Ate hear on a Sunday late morning while in town for an event. Hopping busy but seated in about 15-20 minutes which was great. Friendly staff. Chicken and waffles with strawberry butter was excellent. Would eat here again if in town. read more

I like this place! Sure, it's just a diner, but the staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the food is tasty. read more

4 out of 5 stars I stopped by Metro Diner recently and tried a little bit of everything--and for the most part, it did not disappoint! I ordered the Country Fried Steak with scrambled eggs and home fries (with peppers and onions), but unfortunately, the steak was a miss for me. The breading was extremely salty--so much so that I couldn't enjoy the rest of it. That's the only item I wouldn't order again. On the bright side, everything else was delicious! The Fried Chicken & Waffles were a standout--crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. Just a heads-up: the sweet and spicy sauce doesn't come automatically--you have to ask for it, which I wish I had known beforehand. Once I got the sauce, it really pulled the dish together. I also tried the Banana Pudding Waffles (yum!) with turkey sausage, eggs, and home fries--super tasty and fun twist on a classic. The Steak and Egg White Bowl was a solid, lighter option and still packed with flavor. Service was great, but if you go, try to sit in Nikki's section. She was AWESOME--friendly, on point, and made the whole experience even better. Overall, it was a satisfying visit. I'll definitely be back--but I'll be skipping the country fried steak next time. read more

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Had metro club and Philly steak sandwich was delicious, the girl was nice too. Had to sit outside, a bit hot but worth it. We would definitely go back read more

Before leaving Gainesville, I stopped by one of the most popular restaurants in town for lunch. Located in a shopping center, it was busy but I was able to find a spot. With it being a weekend for brunch, there was a sizable line. Luckily, since I was dining solo, they have some first come, first serve seating at the bar which is where I was seated. After looking over the menu, I was torn between the croissant French toast and the fried chicken eggs benedict. The waitress offered to do a half order at each at a slight upcharge. I couldn't say no to the variety and I appreciated the variety. I had high hopes for Metro Diner and ended up being a little disappointed. The croissant French toast didn't have enough sweetness to it. And the eggs Benedict was just okay. While the food wasn't up to expectations, the service was stellar. Friendly, efficient, and accommodating. read more

Metro Diner - Croissant French Toastand fried chicken eggs Benedict - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Happen to stop in to the gem as we waited for our hotel room. The service was outstanding , as we started with a smile and great attitude. I ordered grits and shrimp at the suggestion of our waitress and was treated to an amazing creation. Not your normal shrimp and grits, and too much for me to finish ( which can be hard to believe). A deep fried grit block was the center of the dish covered with spicy grits, gravy, chopped up sausage and shrimp. Because of traveling with our dogs we were in a covered outside area that was hopping with dinners. The inside looked very inviting but we were not able to use it this time. read more

Metro Diner - Special grits and shrimp. It looked better before I got hungry and had to see what I ordered. - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

The good and prices were outstanding! Had the chicken and waffles and was 3 meals! The strawberry butter was amazing! Chicken seasoned perfectly! Juicy and tender! read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Great Environment, Great food and always exceptional service. I always stop here when I'm in town. Go Gators ! read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

It's been a few since I ate here. Food and service were ok. While I had no complaints, it wasn't somewhere I would go out of my way to go again. read more