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Metro Diner

Metro Diner

Eat Local in Sarasota

4.5 2,761 Google reviews

+1 941 404 88 156056 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, Florida 34243

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6056 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, Florida 34243

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About

Welcome to Metro Diner in Sarasota, where we serve award-winning comfort food and diner classics. Enjoy our signature Chicken & Waffles, Iron City Meatloaf, and breakfast all day. Located near Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, we offer dine-in, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup. Join our E-Club for exclusive offers and enjoy 50% off your next entrée. Experience the best of American dining with us today!

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Assistive hearing loop

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

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