Alabama
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Comfort Food Cooking and Diner Classics in Alabama
Welcome to Metro Diner in Alabama, the heartland of Southern hospitality, where comfort food cooking and diner classics combine to offer a memorable mealtime experience. From award-winning breakfasts served all day to hearty homestyle dinners, discover how Metro Diner embodies the spirit of comfort food with every meal we serve, making it a part of the best food in Alabama.
Find Metro Diner Alabama locations in Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Madison, Trussville, and Tuscaloosa, and join us at the ultimate destination for all your comfort food cravings.
Alabama Area Locations
Huntsville - Airport Rd
975 Airport Road
Suite 20-22
Huntsville, AL 35802
+1 256-333-4974
Must-Try Classic Diner Dishes at Metro Diner
For those seeking homestyle cooking and diner classics in Alabama, our all-day menu offers iconic dishes guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Fans of celebrity chef Guy Fieri may opt for our classic Iron City Meatloaf, featured on an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” For breakfast (any time of day!), ask any regular and they’ll recommend our Fried Chicken and Waffles, a delightful combination of crispy chicken on fluffy waffles drizzled with maple syrup for the perfect sweet and savory balance. Another award-winning choice?! Our Chicken Pot Pie, rated the Best Chicken Pot Pie in Alabama by Daily Meal.
At Metro Diner, we take pride in delivering these beloved diner classics, ensuring every meal is a comforting reminder of home. Whether dining in or taking out, or even ordering Metro Diner catering, these iconic dishes should not be missed, making us a top choice for the best food in Alabama.

Join Us at Our Alabama Locations
With locations across the great state of Alabama, from Huntsville to Dothan, Metro Diner is the embodiment of homestyle cooking and diner classics found in the Yellowhammer State. Find Metro Diner locations in:
- Birmingham – located in Inverness Plaza, next to the PGA Tour Superstore and Planet Fitness, behind CVS. Near Winn-Dixie and Home Depot.
- Dothan – at the intersection of W. Main Street and 231, in the Hallmark Shopping center; next to Burger King and across the street from Burlington.
- Huntsville – on Airport Road, in the Westbury Square shopping center between TJ Maxx and Planet Smoothie, behind Captain D’s Seafood.
- Madison – in front of Khol’s department store, next to Outback Steakhouse, near TJ Maxx and Home Depot.
- Trussville – on Gadsden Highway, next door to Chicken Salad Chick, across the street from Hobby Lobby and Homestead Village shopping center.
- Tuscaloosa – in the Tuscaloosa Midtown Village shopping center, next door to Panera, near Old Navy and Best Buy.
Our Alabama diners create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, ideal for family gatherings or casual meals with friends. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, our friendly staff is dedicated to making your experience memorable. So, if you’re seeking the best in comfort food cooking and diner classics in Alabama, visit Metro Diner. We look forward to serving you a meal that leaves you feeling satisfied and nostalgic, truly embodying the essence of the best southern food in Alabama.

Metro Diner Alabama FAQs
Searching “Breakfast near me” or “Best Breakfast in Alabama”? You’re in luck because we NEVER stop serving breakfast!
Metro Diner serves Breakfast all day – Breakfast for Lunch? Easy. Breakfast for Dinner? We’ve got you covered.
Local breakfast menu favorites include our Bissell Breakfast, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Belgian Waffle, Omelets, and more!
Yes! Metro Diner can cater any event, party, or meeting – of any size. Our menu is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized to fit your groups tastes and dietary needs. Need last minute catering? No problem! Just give us a call and we’ll do our best to accommodate your catering order.
Most of our diners in Alabama open at 7am and close at 8pm. Please check with your nearest diner to confirm their local operating hours.
When celebrity chef Guy Fieri visited our original location in Jacksonville, FL, for an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives,” he ate number of hearty, over-the-top dishes including Yo Holla and Pittsburgh Steak Salad.
One of his favorites dishes? The Iron City Meatloaf. In fact, he exclaimed “Diners across the world have to take a lesson from this one” after trying it!
Yes! All Metro Diner locations in Alabama serve alcohol. Join us for mimosa with your Fried Chicken & Waffles, Bloody Mary with a Steak & Scramble Bowl, or a glass of red wine with our Iron City Meatloaf!
Alcohol brands and options vary by location. View Alcohol Menu
We are open most holidays including Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. We are closed Christmas Day. Even if we are open on a holiday (like 4th of July or Halloween), we may close early.
Please be sure to confirm holiday hours with your local Diner