Metro Diner named among "100 Under 100: Emerging Restaurant Chains"
Jul 18, 2023
Nation's Restaurant News
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Metro Diner
Rank: 80
HQ: Tampa, Fla.
Units: 59
Unit increase: 3 (5.4%)
Metro Diner’s first branded location opened in 1992 in Jacksonville, Fla., and the concept continued to grow to 12 states with its signature comfort diner food. Its meatloaf was featured on an episode of Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives,” while it’s also known for its fried chicken and waffles, Charleston shrimp and grits, and more."
About Metro Diner
Metro Diner’s story began in 1938 when the building that would become the first location opened in Jacksonville, Florida. Officially branded in 1992, Metro Diner quickly became the go-to local restaurant for comforting classics and reimagined favorites.
With the help of Master Chef Mark Davoli and his family, Metro Diner continued to grow and even earned a spot on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. Fieri raved about many Metro signature items including our Iron City Meatloaf. This griddle-seared favorite, alongside the celebrated Fried Chicken & Waffle, remains the backbone of Metro Diner’s bold and innovative menu offerings.