Steve's Famous Diner — Restaurant in Daytona Beach

Went to Steve's on A1A in Daytona Beach for an early dinner once and it was great. Decided to stop in the Nova Road location for breakfast. I asked if this place was owned by the same people as the other and they said the owners are related, but each owns their own diner. So, I thought, since I was hungry, I would give this one a try. Being from the Phila, PA area and seeing scrapple on the menu I needed to have some to remind me of home. I ordered 2 scrambled eggs, a side of scrapple and a cup of coffee. The eggs and coffee I will give 5-stars. They were great. The scrapple left a lot to be desired. (see pics). If you know anything about scrapple, this is not what the finished cooked item should look like. It is supposed to be cut about 1/4" from a slab of it. Then it is either deep fried or pan fried or even on the flat-top griddle in a restaurant. The finished product should be brown and crispy on the outside and soft and mushy on the inside, but hot all the way through. Mine looked like it was smashed flat like hash browns, but only cooked on 1 side. It actually looked as if the cooked it and then sliced the very top off of one side and put it on a plate. If I ever have the opportunity to go back to this place, I think I will stick to coffee and toast, with maybe an egg or 2. Thanks anyway, folks.

an update to my initial report about Steve's Diner, Nova Rd... Decided to try for lunch to see if it was any better than my previous breakfast visit. I am here to say, the Fish n Chips was ok. yes just ok. The fish was a giant piece of I have no clue what fish, but something very white and very fried. There were about 10 chips (French fries) on the plate. From the time I ordered until I received my food was about 3 minutes (strange but true since fish needs to be cooked done before serving). I ate what was presented to me, but did not finish all of it as the fish was way too big and the fries were soft and not crispy. I got 1 cup of coffee but didn't see the waitress again until my lunch plate was taken away by a busboy. The waitress then finally came and asked if I wanted a 2nd cup of coffee. And once again she disappeared into the abyss of the diner. I never got a check for my lunch so I waited a bit longer. It seemed the table next to me must have had the same waitress because they had been waiting even longer for their check. I finally went up to the cashier station and what do my wandering eyes spot? My waitress now out to print my check for payment. She took my payment and I waited a bit longer for her to return my card and my receipt. This is the last time I will go to Steve's Diner. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice,...

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Steve's Famous Diner is an absolute gem nestled in the heart of Daytona Beach. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with warmth and hospitality that's second to none. The ambiance is charming, with a classic diner vibe that immediately feels like home.

Let's talk about the food—oh, the food! Their Gyro is a masterpiece packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned meat, topped with crisp veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce that will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Greece. Each bite is a culinary adventure, leaving you craving more.

And don't even get me started on their spaghetti and Meatballs. It's like a taste of Italy right here in Daytona Beach. The pasta is cooked to perfection, smothered in rich, savory marinara sauce, and adorned with generous, mouthwatering meatballs that are nothing short of perfection. It's comfort food at its finest.

But wait, there's more—the homemade pies! Oh my goodness, where do I begin? Each slice is a heavenly delight, with flaky, buttery crusts that cradle luscious fillings bursting with flavor. Whether you're a fan of classic apple, decadent chocolate cream, or tangy key lime, Steve's Famous Diner has a pie that will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.

But beyond the exceptional food, what truly sets Steve's apart is the service. The staff here goes above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels like family. They're attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable dining experience.

In conclusion, if you find yourself in Daytona Beach and craving a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul, look no further than Steve's Famous Diner. Trust me, you won't be...

Over all, our experience was pleasant. It was our first time dining there. Alissa was our hostess who was quite charming but a tad bit clumsy 😅 It seemed as though our table was the stop and drop (in the literal sense.) As she arrived to usher our order, she dropped all of her checks on the table and the floor, then when she returned to clear the table, she dropped the trash and creamer on me and the floor. No big deal. No hurt No harm, I actually thought it was comical. As for the food, the warm sourdough bread was really good! I had to stop eating it so I could save room for my order. I'm very particular about my coffee, but this coffee was pretty good for what I expected from restaurant coffee. For our meal, we order a short stack of pancakes, biscuits and gravy with eggs over easy. We also had the spinach omelet with home fries. The biscuits and gravy order was great and the only disappointment was he was hoping for more sausage in the gravy, other than that he scored the meal very high. As for my omelet, the egg was a little overcooked which made it too chewy but the spinach was undercooked so the blend of the two together was not what I expected to bite into. Now, it was not terribly bad but just not to my liking. As for the home fries, they taste more like steamed potatoes. Again. No hurt no harm, just not to my liking. Alissa apologized several times for the order which was very nice of her, but just like with her butterfingers, the chef may have just slipped up on the order. Things happen!! Well, because we are foodies and travel to different places to eat, I can say that I will be returning to give it another shot. I'm curious about the...