Metro Diner Named Top 8 Best Chicken Pot Pies
Oct 20, 2024
"There is a great reason why chicken pot pies have warmed their way into the hearts of so many comfort food enthusiasts. While there are different takes on the dish, a classic chicken pot pie is typically made with shredded chicken, carrots, onion, and peas (though if you are looking to mix things up you can always try chicken parm pot pie). Mushrooms and celery also sometimes find their way into some variations of the filling. Perhaps the main factor that makes chicken pot pies such a hit is the contrast between the creamy filling and the flaky pastry. The chicken and veggies in a rich sauce offer comforting warmth, while the golden crust adds a satisfying crunch — it really is the perfect balance of textures.
Got you feeling peckish? We have sifted through countless customer reviews to bring you a roundup of the best and worst chain restaurants to satisfy your chicken pot pie craving...
Best: Metro Diner
Founded in 1992 in Jacksonville, Florida, Metro Diner still operates in its original location. Aside from its flagship outpost, over the years, the restaurant has expanded to more than 60 locations in 12 states. Metro Diner's menu is also substantial with offerings such as pancakes, waffles, huevos rancheros, burgers, sandwiches, and desserts. The chain's chicken pot pie is listed as a "Lunch & Dinner Favorite" alongside menu items such as fish & chips, steak tips, and shepherd's pie. The dish features a biscuit crust filled with a mix of chicken, celery, carrots, corn, and a cream sauce...."
The above is an excerpt from the TheTakeOut.com article "The 8 Best And 4 Worst Chain Restaurant Chicken Pot Pies" By Anita Surewicz.
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About Metro Diner
A small restaurant chain serving the Best Chicken Pot Pie
Metro Diner's Chicken Pot Pie is a go-to for guests seeking comfort food favorites. It's the kind of meal your grandmother may have made you or one you crave as temperatures get cooler.
What our Guests say about the comfort food dish
"Always a great place to eat, their Charleston shrimp and grits is great, the chicken and waffles is awesome and their chicken pot pie is my favorite." - Jimmy G, Ponte Vedra, FL, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (via Google)
"One of my favorites!!! I haven't had a bad meal here yet. Love the chicken pot pie, the meatloaf and chicken and waffles!!" - Cailey R., Altamonte Springs, FL, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (via Yelp)
"Family came down and was recommended chicken and waffle. Well needless to say I enjoyed the best chicken pot pie I've had in awhile. Couldn't enjoy a mimosa due to pregnancy but my plan is to return and have a glass or two." - Symone M., Augusta, GA, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (via Yelp)
Discover Metro Diner's Menu
Full of award-winning homestyle cooking
How standout is our menu? Enough to make Guy Fieri exclaim, “Diners across the world have to take a lesson from this one” after trying our meatloaf during his visit for an episode of “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”
Whether you’re in the mood for a classic omelet breakfast and strong coffee, layered club sandwich and a mimosa, or juicy fried chicken and sweet tea, Metro Diner has craveable signature dishes our fans enjoy in our diners, for pickup, and delivery.