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Metro Diner

4.3 (605 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Cannoli Bread Pudding
Helaine R.

The avocado breakfast sandwich was delicious. It is really a BLT with avocado and egg on it. It hit all the right notes with the multigrain toast. It came with a side of fresh fruit which was very fresh. Finished with the cannoli bread pudding which was insanely good. Service was great and manager checked in to see how our meals were. Ambiance is a typical diner in a strip mall. There are lots of menu choices and there are always specials.

MaryLou B.

Shoutout to our local community heroes! This is my favorite fried chicken place because it's such a juicy inside and flavorful crispy outside! I literally crave it! I have went to several locations of this restaurant chain and the consistency is amazing. Great hard working staff and great food choices!! It no wonder why they have so many locations. I try to get other things when I go, because I know that I have to wait patiently for my chicken... but I mostly know it's worth the wait. I'll doodle on the placemat for a little while and then smile ear to ear when that beautiful plate of chicken comes out!!! Beautiful, crunchy, and piping hot!! Yummmm

Gabby S.

Wasn't too pleased with our time here most recently, but we have always really liked Metro for the reasonable prices and tasty food. The food was a bit off today, didn't taste fresh or too good. Our service was still quick and the waitress was nice.

Metro Diner St. Augustine, FL
Michael C.

Stopped in on a Tuesday morning for breakfast. I had no wait and was seated immediately. Staff greeted me at the door and said goodbye when I left. Had the meat lovers omelet, English muffin, cheesy grits, and coffee. Everything was very good. I'd say this was a pretty basic breakfast meal and it all was prepared to expectation. Nothing fancy. This is a small Metro Dinner compared to some others in the North Florida area. It was clean and neat inside. The service was good. Ambiance was typical of a diner, nothing fancy. For what I had, they delivered and so this review is a five star.

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Azreal And Nick P.

There's a certain energy that emits from Metro's locations, which definitely varies from place to place, but this one was fun. The food always comes out fresh and crispy. Service here is what you'd typically expect. There was a weird moment while eating our grits that it felt (and sounded) like we ate sand. Bring a jacket, this is like Gaylord Palm's ICE Experience.

Pot Pie

Unfortunately, this place has really taken a nose dive. The pot pie was incredibly salty as if it came out of a can and had almost zero vegetables in it. When you go to order online, no matter what site is it does not give you a list of options to customize your meal. Upon ordering, I contacted the restaurant to ask for a different cheese in my grits and it came with a different cheese and not my request. I then called the restaurant. the server who answered was uninterested in listening to anything I had to say, and automatically put me on hold to speak to a manager. The unfortunate part is the manager was trying to be helpful, but didn't have an avenue for the public to reach out to upper management to have make a request to have online ordering adjusted or detailed better. It's sad that a scratch made kitchen went to premade food.

Jared W.

Great service from Danielle N! Food was great and not over priced. Always consistent in every location.

Crystal O.

Metro Diner is my go to for comfort food. We are doing a close-to-home vacation and I had had a rough morning and by lunch I wanted something that I knew wouldn't upset my tummy. I was thinking meat and potatoes- we had spotted Metro on our way into town the night before and that's what I sweetly asked John for (he couldn't resist). The dining room is a good size, we were sat right away and our drink orders taken right away. John and I decided to split their chicken pot pie- I mean, tell me that's not comfort food! He also ordered a cup of chicken noodle soup (again with something easy) and I asked for a biscuit on the side. I will admit- biscuits across this local chain aren't always top notch, it really depends on who is making them, this day- they were perfect! The chicken pot pie came out bubbling hot! We broke holes int he biscuit topping to let it vent and slowly blew on our spoonfuls while we dug in. It was so yummy. Carrots, peas, celery, chicken in a creamy base with a buttery biscuit topping. YUM! And our soup was also wonderful! I think our server's name was Erica- and she was fantastic. Cheerful, checked on us numerous times, made sure our drinks were full & got us some to go drinks too. Thank you Metro Diner for being a constant for my comfort foodie needs!

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1 month ago

Everything is good. the Belgium waffle is soooo good. Looking forward to trying the pumpkin wafflet.

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Absolutely the best place to eat in St Augustine. Good service, good and atmosphere. If I lived in the area I would be there everyday

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Amy thank you for the great review.

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Don thank you for your review. We look forward to serving you again.

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1 year ago

Not great, not awful. Pretty mediocre food, but service was top notch. If you are from NY you'll find the menu pretty skimpy.

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8 months ago

Great find. Huge portions, great service, very reasonably priced, large menu. Ask for Jen,

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Thank you, Terry for the review. Come see us again soon!

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Excellent everything was exactly what anyone expects and above and beyond that! Great service great food great value!!! A+¥¥

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Candy thank you for the kind words and the 5 star review

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Awesome!!!! Thank YOU! See you at the Diner!

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1 year ago

Awesome breakfast menu. Food is hot and yummy. I eat too much every time. My husband and I love it. Love the variety.

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Ask the Community - Metro Diner

Does this place have all day breakfast, even during dinner time?

Yep some of the breakfast items are served all day. Same with Village Inn - IHOP and Denny's.

Do they allow dogs?

I see dogs at the outside tables all the time at the Saint Augustine location.

Do they have wings and if they do are they good?

No, they do not. Buy why would you want to go there for wings, anyway, when there are lots of good wing places in St. A?

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The Floridian - Porkbelly and biscuits

The Floridian

4.4(1.8k reviews)
3.1 mi
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I am visiting from out of town and, after hearing so many rave reviews, was excited to get to visit…read morethe Floridian tonight. We were seated in a large dining area with soft lighting. Our booth was next to a wall with several paintings containing various sailboats. As I looked at the menu, I realized there were several tasty looking options. The burger had pimento cheese which sounded AWESOME. Man. My mouth was watering just thinking about it. Came with a free side too. But another menu item caught my eye. A dish called the "N'Waffles." This is where things took a sharp turn. I began going back and forth in my mind - weighing the potential pros and cons of each dish. The burger was, well, a burger. And the "N'Waffles" was cornbread and meat with ricotta. Sounded a bit more novel maybe? The waiter came back, and, when I am trying to decide between two things, I always impulsively order one of them at the last second. Before I even knew what I had decided, I heard "N'Waffles" coming out of my mouth. No one talks about how weird it feels to say that word out loud, by the way. I asked the waiter if I should get chicken or pork BBQ. After hesitating for a second, he said the pork. So, I went with the pork. He walked away, and I was flooded with regret. Should I have ordered the burger? Should I have got the chicken? Could I track down the waiter and revise my order? Instead, I silently accepted my fate. As I was waiting, I felt a foreign object in my eye. I blinked and blinked but to no avail. I had to go to the bathroom three times to try to rinse it out. Each time, I accidentally bumped into the table of this couple sitting next to us. Nice bathroom, but not great lighting for trying to get something out of your eye. Never did get it out. The "N'Waffles" arrived at our table. I looked down to a pile of meat on a waffle, all covered in copious amounts of sauce. I mean no offense to the institution, because I actually like it, but it did not look appetizing. It also smelled like a wet dog. I grimaced and tried to remain positive. My stomach growled as I thought about that delicious burger...pimento cheese...green tomato..mmm. But that's not what I was eating - I was eating a pile of meat drowned in sauce on a cornbread waffle. Listen. I know some people like stuff like this, but it's just not for me. Even though I had something stuck in my eye and I had slop on a waffle for dinner, I still had a great time. The waiter was nice. They were playing some good indie music which I appreciated. I liked the sailboats on the walls. And I bet that burger was gooood. All in all though, I left a bit disappointed. Disappointed, but determined. Determined to learn from my mistakes. Listen kids, don't second guess yourself. Go with what your gut tells you first and don't change it. This is true for multiple choice questions, relationships, and food choices. You know what you want more than you realize. And maybe don't order something called the "N'Waffles." I would still recommend this place. You should totally go.

The Floridian in St. Augustine was an absolutely fantastic experience. They recently reopened in…read moretheir new location, and the space is beautiful -- stylish, welcoming, aesthetically gorgeous, and just full of great energy. The service was excellent, and the food has that fresh, thoughtful, farm-to-table feel where you can tell care is going into what comes out of the kitchen. For me, one of the biggest highlights was how seriously they take gluten-free dining. I had warm, made-from-scratch gluten-free biscuits with pork belly and a peach bourbon jam, and oh my goodness -- absolutely to die for. Everyone at the table enjoyed them. It is not often that you find a gluten-free biscuit that feels like you are getting the full experience rather than settling for an alternative. I was also impressed by how many gluten-free options they offer. Even their po' boy can be battered with rice flour. Our waiter explained that the chef is gluten-free and that they are very mindful of guests with celiac disease, including separating food preparation when needed. That level of care is a huge plus. And it wasn't just the gluten-free food that impressed us. One friend ordered the meatloaf sandwich and received a seriously hearty piece of meatloaf. My husband had the BLT with pimento cheese on thick sourdough bread, and it was excellent. We also heard that the chicken and waffles, offered during dinner, are a must-try -- so that may be calling us back! The cocktail menu was another win. The drinks were creative, original, flavorful, and clearly thoughtfully crafted rather than just the standard options you see everywhere. Everyone in our group seemed genuinely happy with what they ordered, which says a lot. Beautiful atmosphere, excellent service, creative drinks, fantastic food, and some of the best gluten-free options I've come across. Five stars all the way. I would absolutely return to The Floridian and work my way through more of that gluten-free menu!

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Obi's Fillin Station - 1/2 lb. The Corvette Burger

Obi's Fillin Station

3.9(400 reviews)
4.1 mi
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The beachside designs from the outside looks cool, gets the customers in with much curiosity as…read morethis used to be a mechanic/gas station from the 1940's which also serves food to the customers and their staff. The lady combo burger was alright, could have been a bit more sauce, as it was a bit dry honestly. The Bison burger was very good, had a good juice to it. The fries were done just right and were crispy enough. We appreciate the car memorabilia here as you rarely see these automotive ads and parts anymore and a car enthusiast would definitely appreciate what they have here over the years.

While doing a day trip to Saint Augustine and looking for a place to grab breakfast this themed…read morecafe caught my eye, the outside definitely will grab anyone's attention with it brightly painted exterior so we decided to pull into the parking lot, it's a small parking lot and relatively tight so I highly recommend backing into your space and pray someone doesn't dink your vehicle while exiting theirs. The inside is just as impressive with it's "oil and gas" theme, it's rather small but we were able to get seated without a wait even though it was nearly filled. The staff here was very inviting and attentive, the menu is also themed and fairly priced, we ordered "The Ford Galaxie" two eggs your way, a choice of meats, choice of toast or biscuits and home fries or grit - although the winner here in my opinion is the coffee it's delicious, strong and robust. Unfortunately everything here wasn't perfect the "West Creek Whipped Spread Butter Blend" is an abomination, it ruined everything we put it on, my bad for not asking for real butter after applying it to my toast, my grits and the English Muffin we ordered, it was inedible to the point we left everything on the plate this stuff touched it wasn't refrigerated as suggested on the label I'm guessing. I usually eat only real butter so what was I thinking - so my dilemma is how do I review this place fairly based on that stuff and the fact it ruined our food since we loved everything else. Well I guess they'll get three stars for now and I'll return and maybe bring my own butter because this place is a place you really want to love...

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Obi's Fillin Station - Fabulous!  It's the 1/2 lb. The Rolls Royce Burger!! Blue cheese, bacon and grilled onions!  Don't miss Obi's!

Fabulous! It's the 1/2 lb. The Rolls Royce Burger!! Blue cheese, bacon and grilled onions! Don't miss Obi's!

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The Ice Plant - Half Pound Ice Plant Burger and Hand Cut Fries

The Ice Plant

4.5(2.5k reviews)
0.7 mi
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You MUST get the fried chicken! Its one of the best fried chicken dishes I have ever had: amazing…read morebatter, juicy dark meat, corn hoecake on the side with honey drizzle, and a perfect side of collard greens with nice big chunks of bacon. Ask for the gravy on the side. Exceptional dish! Their drinks are also really good. The bartenders know what they are doing. You won't go wrong with any cocktail, a glass of the house whiskey, or just asking them to get creative for you. Service is always excellent. Professional, friendly, attentive. Very well run. And the location is really cool - an old ice factory turned into a restaurant. Its industrial setting goes with the vibe. While the Saint Augustine trolleys cart people here, don't write this off as a tourist trap. It's one of the best restaurants in North Florida.

This has become one of our favorite lunch spots every time we're in town. The food is absolutely…read moredelicious and the drinks are amazing. This time was no different. We walked in around 12 o'clock on a Wednesday afternoon and was able to sit at the bar with no challenges. Bar area is open seeing if you want a table you do have to check in. I started with a handmade Italian soda the ginger one and I love this because the ginger is very pronounced. It's very crisp and light. I also got an order of their soup of the season, which was a red curry. It was absolutely delicious. Had great flavor little spice at the end of it as well. For lunch, we split the fried chicken that comes with collard greens and whole cakes. The collard greens are by far one of the best that we have ever had. They use slab bacon and they're absolutely delicious. We've literally talked about them for years and they were just as good as we remembered. Fried chicken was nice and moist and the hocakes cakes were very sweet. For drinks, I tried one of the seasonal ones which was the witches of Eastwick. The gin based drink definitely was sweet, but exactly what I was looking for. My husband got an old-fashioned because they had black walnut bitters when he was really excited about.

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Metro Diner - tradamerican - Updated November 2026

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