METRO DINER
- Health grade
- B · 88/100
- Seminole County rank
- Safer than 40%
- Diner rating
- 4.7 ★ · 7,923 reviews
- Violations
- 2 intermediate and 6 basic
- Last inspected
- Jun 2026
Its most recent inspection on June 3, 2026 cited 2 intermediate and 6 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 40% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.7 from 7,923 reviews.
Trend: declining · B (88/100)
Get directions Call (407) 917-8997
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (88/100)
- Violations
- 8 total — 2 intermediate, 6 basic
- Address
- 985 N STATE ROAD 434, Altamonte Springs, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Diner, American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Chicken restaurant, Family restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.7 stars (7923 reviews)
- Seats
- 125
- Phone
- (407) 917-8997
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
If these 27 reviews agree on a topic, it is the staff. Where front-of-house comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.8, so it reads as a strength. Wait times follows at 33% of reviews, where ratings average 4.4.
The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (23 of 27). The split is 25 positive to 1 negative across 27 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. No one in this corpus comments on the state of the room at all.
On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a B (88/100) with 2 intermediate and 6 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. The visit behind that grade was June 3, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. On health score it sits safer than 40% of the Seminole County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.
Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 27 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Our server Syd was absolutely lovely. 6/29/26
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Food was good
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today not being a doordasher, I got my own food to go, so I went with the meatloaf with green beans and mashed potatoes and gravy. the food was ok, mashed potatoes lack flavor along with the brown gravy somebody loves salt in the kitchen.....lol how about using powders and stay away from the salt, if it's already naturally salty why add more?? you're a diner I would stick with the traditional meatloaf add little onion to it and good old Heinz ketchup when you go to bake it off, it was very plain but had plenty of salt....lol bottom line is it was ok, would it be something I would spend money on again there no.... I'm going to include some pictures of my own cooking to show you I know what I'm talking about..... these pictures are not from Metro diner they wish.... joking around 🙂 no disrespect.
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The food is always excellent here and The service from our server Hunter was amazing! This restaurant gives great restaurant vibes, quick service, quality food at a very cost effective price!!
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Some of the best biscuits and gravy I have had!!!! We loved sitting on the counter and watch the staff have so much fun and being attentive to us as well. Our server Blaine was so friendly, caring and kind! Only downside it was a bit hot in the building...But we will definitely be back!
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First time finding out about this place, and it will definitely not be the last time! We sat at the counter, and i honestly believe that added to our experience. Blaine was an amazing server. She was attentive and incredibly kind.
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Hunter was great!! Clocked us immediately, loved the service, was an absolute delight as a server. If I could leave ten stars, I would, so I'll just do it in this review!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I was not happy with the service received. It seems chaotic. My order was wrong. We asked for milk not half & half. They gave us half & half. We had to flag our server down to get regular sugar for said coffee. And to get drink refills. There's a lot going on and we waited 30 minutes for a table. The mimosa tasted off. I don't think we'll go back there. I'm glad I didn't go in my wheelchair cuz there was barely room to walk.
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Came all the way from Mississippi just to meet one of the friendliest and upbeat and just overall positive and sweet waitresses I've ever met! Syd was ABSOLUTELY awsome!!! 1000/10 would definitely recommend!! The food was fast and great as well!!
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Syd’s service was so amazing. For my first time coming here, she did GREAT!
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Came all the way from MISSISSIPPI for this amazing food and awesome service. Syd was sooooo welcoming and friendly and made us feel comfortable. Syd even suggested other activities for my crew to enjoy. Will definitely recommend!!
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Syd the waitress made my birthday brunch amazing. She remembered the drinks, gave great trip suggestions, and was very sweet. Ask for Syd when you go!
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Syd was the most sweetest waitress ever. For my first time here, she made it real inviting, and even suggested places to go for the remainder of our trip! REAL AMAZING!
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syd is the best server ive ever had and the good was 10/10 <3
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In town for vacation. Very friendly staff. Quick service w and the food was amazing and lots of it! Our waitress Syd was great!
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Blaine was a fantastic server! She kept our coffees topped off and even helped us figure out a more efficient way to order what we wanted! We will be back soon.
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Hunter was our server and took great care of us this morning for brunch.. I would recommend Metro Diner .
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Always a great experience Diana took care of us and she knocked it out of the park great recommendations very friendly on time with the food checked up seems to run a pretty solid crew around here highly recommended I got the hot honey chicken sandwich and it was amazing and I ate it with my hot honey sitting right across the table from me I didn't even need to put sauce on it
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Hunter was a great server, efficient and funny personality. Highly recommend sitting in his section!
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Food and service were wonderful as usual! Sam helped us out today and kept our drinks full and our table happy the whole time despite being swamped for Fathers Day. Love this place!
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Our server Blaine was great. Even though it was super busy she was very attentive. I got the special Northerner sandwich which was excellent.
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Loved this place! The food was delicious, and our server, Blaine, was amazing.
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We love this place! Thanks for the great service Blaine!!
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Sam always does a great job serving me. She always has a smile on her face and the food order is perfect every time!
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Our waiter Hunter was on pointe. Always making sure we had drinks or anything we needed.
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Always a good experience at Metro diner, lovely food/ huge portions & lovely attentive wait staff! Our waitress Sam did a wonderful job
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Absolutely love this place. Never been disappointed but during my last visit I had server Blaine who brought me a piece of their chocolate cake for my birthday and she was such a true delight even during the busy brunch hour. Can’t wait to go back - thanks again Blaine! 😄
Overall Score
61 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Tuesday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Wednesday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Thursday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Friday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Saturday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
- Sunday
- 7 AM to 8 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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June 3, 2026 · Complaint Full
Call Back - Complied
0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 6 basic
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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June 2, 2026 · Complaint Full
Call Back - Extension given, pending
1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 6 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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June 1, 2026 · Complaint Full
Warning Issued
6 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 7 basic
- 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×2)
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
- 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained (×2)
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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February 20, 2026 · Complaint Partial
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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January 29, 2026 · Complaint Full
Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 2 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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January 27, 2026 · Complaint Full
Warning Issued
3 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 40 — Employee personal belongings
- 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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December 19, 2025 · Routine - Food
Call Back - Complied
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
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December 1, 2025 · Routine - Food
Call Back - Extension given, pending
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 5 basic
- 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
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September 29, 2025 · Routine - Food
Warning Issued
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 5 basic
- 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
Safer options nearby
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Data last updated: June 3, 2026