I decided to visit your restaurant this morning. To celebrate my birthday. Along with using my 50% off the meal coupon in my email And the free piece of chocolate cake for my birthday. I decided to order a BLT which is my all-time favorite. I told Alisa who was my server. To leave off the lettuce and tomato. And please add pickles, onions, and avocado. I also ordered onion rings instead of the French fries. The BLT was PHENOMENAL as ALWAYS. It's even BETTER when U add avocado.. The onion rings were piping hot and delicious. The whole meal experience was a definite win win.. Thanks, to Alisa. Who was very attentive and SWEET.. I really LOVE Metro Diner.. Because, I've NEVER had a bad meal and or experience.. Because, it's consistent ALL the way around... Thanks, for another GREAT experience... read more

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Stopped by this Metro Diner bc I got coupons at the Motor Enclave event. I tasted their meatloaf there and it was so tasty. This is only the second time at a Metro Diner. I went to one years ago in St. Augustine. I didn't remember what I ordered. This time I ordered a small order of shrimp and grits and my husband ordered the steak tips. We were delightfully surprised at how tasty they were. Our server was very nice and helpful. Only thing was it was a little bit hot inside. Perhaps due to the windows and the kitchen, and the A/C not working as well as it could have. That was the only thing that didn't make it perfect. It was a scorching May Day too. read more

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Overall, I left this place more disappointed than satisfied, even though there were a couple of small bright spots. I really wanted to like it, but the experience never quite came together for me. The first red flag was the coffee being served cold, which immediately set the tone. That kind of miss is hard to overlook, especially when coffee is such a basic expectation. The "home fries" were another letdown. Instead of anything resembling freshly cooked or pan-fried potatoes, they were clearly deep-fried, which felt misleading and lazy rather than comforting or rustic. As for the rest of the food, it was... fine. Nothing was outright bad, but nothing stood out either. The best way I can describe it is adequate, in the sense that it fills you up and does the job. Flavor-wise and presentation-wise, it felt like a slight step up from Denny's, which isn't exactly the bar I'm hoping for when I eat out. To be fair, the portions were decent, and the service was friendly enough, which kept the experience from being a total wash. Still, those small positives weren't enough to outweigh the overall sense that this place is coasting on mediocrity rather than trying to impress. I wouldn't rush back unless my options were extremely limited. read more

Service was very fast and friendly. We loved that they were serving everything at breakfast time - because sometimes you want lunch at 0800. Prices were good and portions were large. Great place to stop by! read more

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Very much just breakfast. I believe it was cheap so I guess in that case it was worth it (went for a quick birthday breakfast so I didn't pay but was told it was rather inexpensive + we had a coupon). Food was good and tasty, just wasn't anything to write home about. I had high expectations seeing Guy Fieri's picture on the wall. Very classic diner vibe, nothing special about the interior. Had ample seating. Place was kept clean and service was friendly and fast. I'd say it's a place I wouldn't be opposed to going again but I probably wouldn't seek it out. 6.5/10 read more

Metro Diner - Chicken Biscuit - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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Hometown feel, with delicious comfort food. Breakfast lunch and dinner never disappoint. Their cinnamon roll pancakes are to die for. Met the staff at the Yelp event tonight and they were so nice. Passing out a little mashed potatoes and meatloaf! Yes please! read more

Metro Diner - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Ordered from the hotel. Ordered the sub steak sandwich with onion rings. Hubs ordered a meat lovers omelette. He was impressed with the amount of meat. Said the biscuit was very dense. Sub sandwich because it was delivered was soggy. But it tasted good read more

Caesar salad was delish. Great food and great service. Awesome atmosphere and location read more

Metro Diner - Chicken Caesar salad - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

My wife and I dropped in for an early lunch. Jay was our server. I had the chicken and waffles. Wife had the Turkey platter. Both were very tasty. We will definitely be returning. read more

Love that they have GF bread! I like the club sandwich a lot. Decent sides, hashbrowns are a bit greasy. I seem to always have some type of issues when I pick up my order. No straw, bug in drink, takes a very long time for someone to come take my payment etc. read more

The food was super good- came out like it had just finished too! Service was wonderful! They came and checked on us, kept our drinks filled, and were very friendly! Was not packed by any means even during lunch once when I went. I would recommend this place to anyone! The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing . Definitely a cute place for any type of meal! read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken Sandwich- super big and sooo delicious! Some places it comes out dry being this big but 10/10 it was so juicy & flavorful - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

First off, the men with beards should be wearing a beard net. Next, inspect your meal while the server is standing there. Finally, the toast is not actually toast and the butter is cold. Also, overpriced read more

Visiting the area, was our first stop off the plane, saw "diner." Have to say the food was a little more interesting than usual diner fare, service was friendly and attentive, ambiance is diner-esque. We have food sensitivities and our waiter "Storm' was very helpful. They have gluten free bread for toast and sandwiches Parking was easy as is in a strip mall. Have seen a few different locations in our travels this week. Would try it again. read more

On this long holiday MLk weekend, I laid in bed until 1:30p, wondering who may still be serving breakfast. Thank goodness for Metro Diner. I ordered the Fried Chicken Benedict and it was surprisingly delicious. Chicken was seasoned really well, and made the entire meal. If this is how they cook their fried chicken dinner, I will absolutely return. Oh, let me not forget the heavy pour mimosa. I shall return again. Great experience. read more

Food was good but service was non existent. First seated no one acknowledged that we were sitting. I had to flag down another server after 15 minutes of waiting to figure out who our server was. He took our order and drinks and we didn't see anyone else. The manager delivered our food but no one checked in on us. Never got a refill for our drinks. We had to flag down another person just for our check and talk to the manager. Not sure if I'll be going here again. read more

Never a bad meal at metro! If we see one while traveling, we always go! Nice friendly staff too

Okay, now I am surprised myself I am giving Metro Diner 2 stars. The first time hubby and I ate at a Metro Diner was about 7 years ago in Jacksonville, Florida. We ate breakfast there and really enjoyed our meal, our Grandkids were with us and they enjoyed it as well. This time the food was wayyyy too salty! I mean salty. My son and I ordered the fish and fries. Way to much salt in the seasoning. I tried my granddaughter's chicken fingers and they also was seasoned with too much salt. I tried my daughter-in-law avocado toast. I grew up eating avocado, a lot. The avocado on the toast did not taste like fresh avocado, tasted like it had some type of preserve on it, did not taste good at all. So sadly to say the two stars was for our waitress, in spite of the food she did a good job. read more

Metro Diner - Fish & Chips - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Donald was beyond amazing! Even though we came during peak busy hours on Sunday he was kind, caring, and overall amazing! Truly was one of the beat servers we have had in quite some time and the food was amazing! read more

My coworkes and I enjoy going to Metro Diner after a long beach workout. Thinking of the chicken and waffles provides the needed motivation to push through the workout. The service is fast and friendly. Our large group of between 8-12 is always seated quickly. Even though this is a chain restaurant it has a home town feel. No one has ever complained about their order we usually leave pleasantly full. I love the chicken and waffles and order it every visit. If it's not broke no since changing my order. read more

Metro Diner - My favorite! - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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We've been here before and the food comes out plated so well and hot! The service has always been good with each time coming they've been very attentive to o what we need. The restaurant gives the feeling of being back in the day at a mom and pop place. The T-shirts the staff wears is pretty cool and funny! Its family style seating, booths and tables plenty of room for get togethers for brunch. Be sure to check out the mimosas!. read more

Metro Diner - Sharing is caring hop on over and grab an appetizer - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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Holy cow were we happy with our meals. My girlfriend had never been there but I use to go to one in Indy all the time. I knew what I wanted the second we walked in...Chicken and Waffles!!! GF is a big fan of scrambles so she got meatlovers bowl. It came with hollandaise sauce which she had never tried. Kristen took our orders and was very pleasant and super attentive. A great person for the restaurant to have. She definitely raises service quality. Before our orders arrived they brought the syrup and hot sauce mix for my waffles. She tried it and was immediately hooked saying this place needs to bottle it and sell. Food came and GF made yummy noises with each bite. She thoroughly enjoyed her meal. I loved mine and let her experience the juicy chicken and spicy waffle. I think she is a convert after thinking it was an odd combo. Lunch was fantastic and we left with only one complaint...when are you building one closer to where we live (Brooksville/Spring Hill area). It would be a welcome addition to area. Thanks for a great lunch. We will keep coming back until you build one in our area. read more

Shrimp dinner excellent. Cooked perfect. Food came out hot and service was awesome. read more

Metro Diner - Cole slaw fries and shrimp. - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Was craving breakfast for dinner and came here. They had a nice variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items on the menu. I ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese on a croissant. It was okay. Nothing too special about this sandwich. Fries were pretty good. Hot and fresh. Probably wouldn't come back again though. read more

Metro Diner - Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant with fries - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Good food, consistent quality, pleasant servers/hosts. Always a good choice. Enjoy the rotating specials

We have been at this restaurant prior and always had good food and good service, today was different. My husband toast was burnt, he never got his sausage and even after letting the waitress know the sausage never came. We made them aware as we were paying the bill. They did adjusted the price for not getting the sausage, however our waitress was ok not the usual friendly experience we always have with other servers. Disappointed that today's breakfast was not what we are used to with metro. read more

I paid $15.49 for a steak tip dinner. There were eight green beans, a row of mashed potatoes and a pile of brown stuff the brown stuff equal mushrooms five very chewy pieces of steak tips and I will say there were a couple of very tiny Pieces of tender meat. I was quite taken back when I saw the size. bowl when it made it to my small portion again definitely not worth $15.49. read more

Never a bad meal at the Metro. Quite a variety and of course breakfast for lunch. Had the fish and chips and although not a Friday it was only a dollar more. Fish was quite large. It was slow and the food came out quick and hot! read more

Metro Diner - Fish n chips! - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

To the 'manager' on duty who thought it was ok to A) mock my order openly in an open kitchen environment and B) make his employees visibly uncomfortable by his comments Good job. Not only will I NEVER come back, nor will many because I will review every where. I had 1.5 hrs between meetings and wanted something light and easy. I ordered toast and turkey sausage with Alyssa D who was lovely and amazing. My $12 order wasn't going to make her day and she didn't flinch. My toast came out with another server completely black and in my mind inedible. I asked if I could have (and I quote) 'not burnt toast'. I was (am as I write this) 5 feet from the kitchen. He grabbed the plate and loudly spoke (basically yelled) oh what does she want rye bread? So basically un toasted bread? Not black toast'. He goes on and on, got all the other kitchen members to laugh even though one was viably uncomfortable. After witnessing more of this and worse for how he treats people, I asked my server if he was always so 'charming'. She professionally shrugged and apologized for anything he did to offend me. Enough said. As Im talking to her he emerges from the kitchen to eaves drop but doesn't have the ...ahem ...gusto to approach me as a manager and part owner?? Sir, as long as pay for my toast, and god forbid I don't want it dark black Im entitled to ask for it any way I want without your loud, unprofessional opinion. Imagine my surprise when I asked for the manager and it was you. Shame on you metro diner for letting this misogynistic, pompous, $$$ ruin your reputation. Short man syndrome is not an excuse to be rude, condescending or unprofessional. Ill never be back. read more

Such a spacious spot to get a casual meal in. Definitely recommend if you're craving good diner food. Lots of drink options if you're looking for an AM option and v affordable. Service staff were kind and quick with bringing food in. read more

Metro Diner - Southwest bowl - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Awesome family restaurant for breakfast or lunch! Our family will continue to visit and support!

Lots of different foods to choose from, all freshly made and ready in minutes! Very busy on weekend mornings for brunch

You can always depend on a good meal at this casual 4th street eatery. Whether it's the bacon, eggs and grits or a hefty sandwich, the offerings are fresh and quickly prepared. Prices are consistent with most breakfast places and service is fast and friendly. read more

Love the food from here. It's always been perfectly cooked, and they always come through on the holidays. Very clean restaurant, and friendly staff. read more

Epic Fail. Ordered burger med - was very well done. Very very dry. Ordered a full order onion rings. Got a side order of pieces not rings. Fries undercooked and no salt. read more

Yesterday ordered the Bissell breakfast via Instacart/Uber primarily because pancakes are part of the breakfast. Of course my order arrived without the pancakes. Called Metro who said they could not credit me the meal, but instead gave me a code# to use for a future delivery. The manager apologized but could not explain how they failed to complete a full meal which had been paid for. Of course I used the code this morning, it was invalid. I will never order from them or dine there again. Pride in quality control seems to be an option these days. read more

Just a shame this restaurant has fallen apart since COVID. They have slashed menu items to the bare bones and switched to premade food. The staff used to be very good and the restaurant was always clean. Not the case any longer. There is just no reason for ever going back. read more

I got the fried chicken and waffle, which usually is cooked to perfection. This time the chicken was partially overdone. I couldn't even eat the last piece. It was just too dry too overcooked. The waffle was perfection as always. I don't normally have a bad review for Metro diner, I think I just got them too early in the morning. read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken & Waffle - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

From its humble start in a single location in Jacksonville, Florida, Metro Diner has grown into a significant culinary empire in a few short years. I have been a fan of Metro Diner for years. In fact, my first experience at Metro Diner was at the original location in Jacksonville when my daughter and I stumbled upon that location when heading back to Orlando, Florida from a trip up to my home state of New Jersey. We were both instant fans of the establishment. The Metro Diner can claim its history back to 1938, though that was when the building was built and opened as a diner. In the early 1990's, 1992 to be exact, the Metro Diner was rebranded as the Metro Diner and in 2000, the Davoli Brothers (Mark and John) purchased the Diner and their father came on board a few years later and Metro Diner began expanding throughout Jacksonville, Florida. In 2010, the Metro Diner was featured on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" and the popularity of that particular Food Network television show brought this diner its own level of popularity and with that popularity brought even more expansion. With that expansion came change. Unfortunately, one if those changes was a more streamlined menu and one of the items dropped from the menu was my favorite item at the Metro Diner. This was a pork tenderloin sandwich with bacon and lettuce. Truly a fantastic sandwich, but unfortunately, it fell to the wayside. The Metro Diner still has some fantastic options. Their burgers are pretty stellar. My daughter originally had the chicken and waffles, which is still her favorite item on the Metro Diner's menu and is still on the Metro Diner menu today. Overall, I had a great experience at this particular Metro Diner, even if I could not have that fantastic pork tenderloin sandwich. I would definitely recommend this particular Metro Diner and I give it five stars. read more

Metro Diner is a homey restaurant that gives off a bona fide local diner vibe. Me and a friend came here for brunch on a Saturday. It was quite packed at 12:00, perhaps a little too packed for covid safety, even despite the plastic barriers between tables. Nevertheless, we only waited a few minutes to be seated. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and the food was delicious! I usually go for eggs Benedict whenever I go out for brunch but I really wanted to try something unique to this place. So I ordered their Fried Chicken Benedict! In this version of the dish a fluffy biscuit replaces the English muffin and the whole thing is topped with a hunk of fried chicken. It definitely hit the spot and that hollandaise sauce was oh so creamy! Looking forward to the next time! read more

Metro Diner - Fried Chicken Benedict - Diners Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

We decided to check out metro diner . Since we left newyork it's hard to find diner type spots in tampa . We went for breakfast and was seated quick and with such an awesome welcome. The staff was great and we had a great breakfast. We did big breakfast which had eggs ,ham pancakes toast and delicious hash browns. Everything was delicious. Next time I will be back for the chicken and waffles platter it looked amazing and sad I didn't got with that as My original choice. .we will definitely be back to try some other delicious items on the menu read more