Things To Do In East Orlando
Family-Friendly Adventures Fueled By The Best Diner in Town
Twenty minutes from downtown Orlando and 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport, Metro Diner Orlando-UCF is walking distance from a number of hotels and mere blocks from the University of Central Florida’s sprawling, beautiful campus. Be sure to book a tour or take a walk around the stunning UCF Arboretum to see plant specimens from all over the world!
Looking for family-friendly activities near East Orlando? Congo River Mini Golf is nearby and a total crowd pleaser. Or, head across town to visit all your favorite characters at the four Disney Parks or Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure (Pro Tip: Disney allows out-side food so pack a cooler and grab some food to-go).
If amusement parks aren’t your scene, we recommend a few other activities including:
- Swan paddle boats on Lake Eola
- The Orlando Science Center
- Harry P Leu Gardens
- Blanchard Park
- Playalinda Beach
- Kennedy Space Center
Wherever the day takes you and the fam, be sure to stop by Metro Diner for a menu that has everything you’ve got a hankering for, like a classic Bissell Breakfast – Two eggs cooked your way, toast, bacon, golden hash browns or creamy grits and a short stack of pancakes. And for the kiddos, our Kid’s Menu offers kid-sized portions of guest favorites like our Fried Chicken & Waffle, Chicken Tender Plate, and Grilled Cheese.
Food To-Go in East Orlando
Plus, Metro Diner Can Cater Your Party or Meeting
Our classic diner décor is part of the Metro Diner experience but busy days sometimes call for meals via pickup or delivery to your door. Good news! All our breakfast, lunch or dinner favorites are available to-go. Simply order online for easy pickup or choose contactless delivery.
Planning a special event or meeting? Have a graduation party on the horizon? Metro Diner Caters! We offer our popular menu items for large gatherings – we can even deliver your catering order! Guests will cheer. Bosses will be proud. Bellies will be happy. Such is the magic of Metro Diner’s Southern comfort food with flair.
About Metro Diner
Serving the Best Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Dinner since 1992
Officially opened in 1992, our original Metro Diner location in Jacksonville, Florida, quickly became the go-to local restaurant for comforting classics and reimagined favorites.
Over the years, we’ve continued to share our southern hospitality, big, bold flavors and passion for integrity, familiarity, comfort and community by bringing in new partners across the country.
Today, Metro Diner has over 50 locations in 12 states and has earned a number of awards for our mouthwatering, home-style comfort food cooking including: Best Breakfast, Best Diner and Best Burger.
We welcome you to visit us and try our award-winning food for yourself! Learn more about Metro Diner.
