Ambiance was what's you'd expect from a good dinner - as soon as you walk in your greeted by hello by many with a smile - excellent - for a busy location restaurant was extremely clean with plenty of seating and all tables cleared and cleaned - walls have plenty of things to admire and talk about while you look at menu, order, wait for food fun time - had the Western omelette - no pictures sorry - I received Avery clean plate with well prepared food - the omelette was perfectly prepared with exceptional technique in folding and presentation almost artistic - ingredients were plentiful - nice size ham chunks easy to eat, onions and peppers were diced to a nice size with good flavors obvious fresh - they used sliced cheese rather than shredded but still had nice flavors and juice taste with each bite sliced cheese tends to make bites a bit drier slight ding - homefries were a bit underdone for me I like my potatoes a bit soft, and could have used some salt and pepper to rid the Bland taste - coffee was decent not very acidic - waitress was extremely friendly and attentive - portions were above average and right for a diner - you can't go wrong whether alone or with a friend or group you'll have great food at a modest price with excellent service - I'd definitely recommend this place for all ages and all varying tastes play of options to please everyone - Bon Appetite!! read more

Ambiance was very small and i like that. I'm not one to ask for much so service was great. The food was hands down the best part of my visit. It came fast, it came hot and it was wonderful. read more

This place has been on my "breakfasts spot" list for quite some time. We were greeted quickly for our drink order and the coffee came out hot. We then ordered the French toast sandwich and the biscuits and gravy. I do want to clarify that the service was great, but I was not a fan of the gravy here. The biscuits were fresh and delicious, but the reason for my low star review was based on the dish I ate. We will for sure be returning and I'll be ordering a different menu item the next time. read more

Monroe Street Diner - French toast breakfast sandwich - Diners Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

Yes! Very good place to eat people are always really friendly and the food is great. I love the little special touches and the great tasting food read more

I have been here once before, my first time going then and thought the food was good! Well, I just went recently again for the second time and was very disappointed. the bacon wasn't cooked all the way, the small egg (and I'm not exaggerating here) it was a tiny! Lol...it was barely big enough to dip my toast into the yolk before it was gone...the potatoes were undercooked; they were not brown enough! the whole meal tasted off (except for the bacon which wasn't fried long enough) The overall flavor of the meal was off putting. I don't know what they cooked the egg and the potatoes in but it did not taste right..like they used old grease maybe? Or margarine? Yuk. I didn't care for the toast it was four slices of toast which was way to much with way to much margarine (I know it wasn't real butter) it did not taste good all in all the whole experience left me sour spending money on sub par cooked food. read more

Very good experience. We were looking for diner food, not fine dining. Service was great, food was tasty and ambiance is fun. Only been there once but can't see how you can go wrong based on our visit! read more

The food was really good. The traditional American food suited the environment well. This diner has a retro feel featuring many vintage clocks and airbrush wall art. The service was great as well. The only thing that was off was the onion rings. Didn't have much of an onion. I recommend the tots! Will be coming back. read more

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Nice diner options for the Toledo area. My sister let me try some of her french toast. It was good but i liked the two sunny side up eggs with the fixings better. I'm glad she tried it! read more

Yes we eat out a lot and this place is really good. First timers! Our waitress was a cute blonde and the food realllly delish. We just stopped in on a fluke headed to the chiropractor( killing time). Bf ordered the Hawaiian omelete. A pineapple in every bite! He loved it. And my taster bite was great! Love their home fries with grilled onions. We showed up at 8:30-9 and then after 9 this place is FULL!! Lots of workers having a quick breakfast before work. But we noticed all young good looking girls in here as waitresses hehe. I chose the ham n chz omelete and yummy good. Ham in every bite as well. Good flavors and the coffee never empty! I think we will try to come back if we r passing thru. Plenty BT parking around back for our big truck too. read more

Monroe Street Diner - Ham n chz omelete. Yum - Diners Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

So...you say that you want food that doesn't suck, and you only have 1/2 hour for lunch or breakfast? This is where you come. So far, I've never had a bad meal at the Monroe Street Diner. MSD has great hours. If you work for a living and aren't allowed to mosey your ass in at 9 am, know that MSD opens at 0600. Eat here and get to work by 7...easily. Work nights? Come in after work. The menu is reasonably extensive and reasonably creative, for a diner. The stars of the show, IMHFO, are the burgers. Hand pattied and cooked (correctly, every time) to order, they're great. Check out some of the pix for some ideas. Check out the daily specials, too. My favorite breakfast option is the BPOP...the Big Plate Of Protein...that is, the omelette. There's an omelette for every taste. I like the Philly cheese steak omelette. Sides? Get the potatoes, or skip them and get tomato slices. Get the toast, or skip it and ask for a side of cottage cheese. MSD is flexible, and the friendly waitresses are very accommodating. I'd call the atmosphere "retro inspired," rather than authentically retro. In terms of cleanliness, I wouldn't eat off of the bathroom floor, but the joint is clean...or at least it doesn't feel dirty. MSD is located in a building that originally housed a Mister Donut; it was built in the 50s or 60s...the owner should remove the front awning and show off that beautiful Mid-century Modern architecture...there's your authentic retro! In short, Monroe Street Diner isn't the most elegant eatery in this town, but I've never walked away hungry or dissatisfied. read more

Monroe Street Diner - Painted on the door of the men's room. Mike wuz here? Damned right he wuz, and he enjoyed his food. - Diners Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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Food was picked up and breakfast burrito had no eggs in it... seems like a normal thing to be in it. Food tasted okay but not happy

My eggs are never right and as most restaurants the Modifications on the website needs a serious update................................................,,,,,,,,............,.... read more

Due to their prime location, the Monroe St Diner draws from all walks of life and offers some great people watching opportunities. Hung-over? Try the Monroe Street Omelette, and make sure to get "everything" on your homefries. Today it included peppers, onions and brown gravy. Awesome. read more

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Good dinner atmosphere with good food. Super courteous service to go along with it all. Plus I could order lunch in the early morning!

My niece and I found this place while I was visiting her. We chose the Toledo area to meet as she used to live near there but she had never eaten here before. We were pleasantly surprised! The staff was very friendly and helpful and recommended some dishes as it was our first time there. My niece got the French toast (she loved it) and I got the Monroe street diner omelet. Fantastic! The only drawback is that it is a small restaurant so you may end up waiting for a table. We were lucky - someone was leaving as we came in. We just had to wait for the table to be cleaned. Otherwise, it was a great dining experience. I can't wait for our next aunt/niece bonding and shopping day so we can try more of their food! The burgers and wraps looked pretty tasty..... read more

Great food, Great Service, Great prices! Went in after work with the guy. Both of us left full on an 8.00$ breakfast. You can't beat that! We were in and out quickly and our waitress was a doll. There's just something magical about sitting at the lunch counter of a small diner and chatting. read more

I'm there, so don't go there. Rock solid breakfast and great service. Coffee comes HOT.

Another hidden gem for lunch during the work week. Atmosphere is super casual, a kind of "choose whatever seat you'd like and we'll be right with you" kind of place. Our waitress was super friendly and you could tell that while we were the only ones in there that weren't regulars, we were treated with the same kind of energy as everyone else. I really enjoyed watching people come in and the waitresses already having their drinks heading to the table and calling their "usual" order in to the cook in the back. I had a chicken quesadilla, which was an excellent choice. A little spice and the right amount of toasting of the tortilla. My coworkers had sandwiches and it was probably the most I'd seen either of them eat in a while during lunch. Our waitress was always on top of our drinks the entire time and even got us refills to go before we headed back to work. The kitschy environment and friendly staff makes this place a must for a quick and easy lunch. read more

As a French guy I can say that this place is the exact kind of Dinner that you see on movies. Cheap, friendly atmosphere, big portions of food, free coffee refill, exactly what you need after a 5 hours ride. I had the breakfast #9, no idea what it was but it was delicious and the waitress took good care of me, what else would you ask for ? I can add it to my fresh experience in the US, the more rustic it looks in the outside, the better it is in the inside! read more

Went in for lunch on a Sunday. Restaurant was busy, but service was quick and my BLT was good!

Love this place! Every time I go in, its like the opening scene of Pulp Fiction (without the robbery). Relaxed environment, with 50s decor. Smells like fresh coffee and maple syrup and I've never had poor service. The food is moderately priced, with moderate portions. I usually don't need a box. Bottomless coffee, on busy Monroe's st. *Return customer* read more

My first visit. Ordered the Buckwheat pancakes (these were my dad's favorite). Ordered a poached egg on top. Cook forgot the egg so Lauren gave me a free extra one. Syrup was served in the original plastic bottle and was very sticky from dripped syrup on the outside. Interesting decor. They have over 80 clocks on the wall and Lauren gave me some history on these. Coffee was good and the cup was kept full. Lauren was friendly and easy to talk to and did a great job. Will definitely return next time I get to Toledo. read more

MSD is one of the BEST diners in the Toledo area. Great food and friendly service. I love diners because you can get breakfast all day. But I skipped my breakfast at lunch and had a cheeseburger for lunch. YUM! I didn't realize how good their burgers are until now. And the best part is that when they ask you how you want your burger cooked it comes out that way! Too many places ask you nut then deliver a well done hockey puck. read more

Monroe Street Diner - Diners Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

After a late night and little sleep, a diner breakfast was a necessity. Luckily, this place was nearby and provided eggs and hash browns and, as another reviewer pointed out, leggy waitresses. The food was pretty standard for a place like that, but the service and atmosphere were what really made this place memorable. The decor and theme is 50s rock and roll, which was just kitschy enough to not be annoying. The other patrons were all really friendly and seemed to be regulars, having interesting conversation (I overheard a group of elderly men debating the merit of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell") and providing for a warm feel. The wait staff also provided this and were very friendly. It was a great way to round out my short time in Toledo. read more

Visiting Toledo for the weekend and came here for breakfast. It was everything I wanted in a diner - friendly service, homey atmosphere, and good food! Food came out quickly and my coffee was always hot! read more

Not a bad choice for breakfast, but I've had better. I liked the american fries (actually hash browns, which is fine with me), which were crispy and came with a choice of extras, such as onions and peppers. The coffee was also satisfactory, but my bacon-cheese omelette was less so. Texture was rubbery, and while it was stuffed with a generous amount of bacon, the bacon was pretty bland; it added crunch rather than flavor to the omelette. I think a better breakfast selection here would be fried or poached eggs, though I doubt I'll return to confirm that. read more

I've been here a handful of times. I'm a creature of habit, something to consider when reading a review. However, my review would not have changed much between the first and tenth visit. This is a good, solid choice for breakfast in Toledo. I've never had any other meal here, so I can't tell you much about the sandwiches or meatloaf. I can't even tell you about the pancakes since I always order the same dish: scrambled eggs, bacon, toast and hash browns. It's not that I don't think the rest are worthy trying, it's just that, like I said, I'm habitual like that. I've never had to wait for a table, service is consistent and reliable (not always fast but where have you got to be, really?), place is clean. read more

aka: Legs and Eggs Great place for breakfast. Try the Greek Omelette its great. Portions are large so come hungry, and the prices are very reasonable. The scenery is not bad either!! read more

Stopped by again for the "Monroe Street Diner" omelet. It's fantastic. Yup, I skipped the potatoes and toast to skip the carbs and had a small fruit cup instead. The coffee is a bit pedestrian, but I'd give it a B to B+, and I'm kind of a coffee snob. I know I was there early, but the food came out of the kitchen cooked to perfection almost unbelievably quickly. Waitress was kind, quick and paid attention to my station, and others, while performing routine tasks. Clean. I only bemoan them proposing changing the counter top and table tops to include advertising media - that will take away some of the atmosphere in my opinion. read more

The staff is amazing and the food is always delicious. We have become weekend regulars here!!

What cute little dinner. Stopped in here for a quick breakfast and we were suprised. The waitress was very nice, the food was good. The bathroom was a little dirty. But all in all it was ok. read more

Kinda nasty food. My skillet breakfast came out in a bowl with this grayish-brown pile of watered down "sausage gravy" in the middle. Not any sausages in it, at least none that I saw. There are clocks everywhere, which adds to the cartoonish aspect of this place. Lots of airbrushed walls, etc. My girlfriend said her meal was just blah. Onto Star Diner or Sam and Charlies if we want a great breakfast. read more

This place was within walking distance of my friend's place, we were staying there while in town, so the convenience we couldnt beat that. The place was pretty busy on a Monday morning after 10am, we luckily got a booth and were greeted right away. I believe our friend is a regular here, he seemed to know everyone. The menu is large, i went with an omelet and though i wasnt disappointed, I just prefer my omelets 'fluffier'. Don't get me wrong the food was good, plentiful too. The diner is quirky with an interesting atmosphere, also..the waitresses are half dressed, great for the men I suppose, hey theyve got bills to pay too, and sex sells right?! read more

Great food, great service, cheap eats. Their food is fresh and the portions are enough for two meals. Greeted as soon as I walked in the door plus they threw in a free cup of coffee. read more

Great food! Very nice atmosphere. Waitress was very friendly! I had the French Toast sandwich, amazing!

Not the cleanest or most modern, but the omelets are the best I've had and my favorite among all diners. Great service and friendly atmosphere. read more

Toledo continues to surprise us, because for a total piece of garbage hell hole of a town, all our food stops were delightful. Monroe Street diner received us with open arms and sat us right away. My breakfast burrito was v solid, and filled my belly to the brim. Everyone felt good afterwards, except Nick who keeps feeling sick or something. One weird thing was how all the waitresses were wearing super revealing shorts and tanktops. We're assuming that's either part of the dress code or highly encouraged by the management, and we are not really cool with that. Food was tight though. read more

Great food. Quirky atmoshere, friendly wait staff. The French toast is delicious. My favorite place for breakfast in town.

Didn't blow my socks off but definitely hit the spot. Great service too! We were there for breakfast.

If you're like me and looking for a place that has a good breakfast omelet, look no further. This places has one of the best omelets I have ever had and have earned themselves a repeat customer. The food is complemented greatly by their friendly waitress staff! read more