Southside Diner
10705 W Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH, 44130
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Address :
10705 W Pleasant Valley Rd
Parma, OH, 44130 - Phone (440) 842-6888
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 3:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast, Brunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Nikki H.
I'd consider myself a pretty big diner fan. Formally I've been a Whip girl and a diehard Mayfield Eat At Joes fan. Southside has stolen my heart. From the outside it looks small. From the inside, it's timy. But even in close quarters you get some space. My boyfriend and I sat at a window bench table built for 2 and had plenty of room to put down coats and my purse and get comfy. During our breakfas, 3 waitress came by with coffee and water and to check on us. All were very friendly. My boyfriend had a cup of coffee which he says tasted a little old but nothing to complain about. We both ordered the bagel breakfast sandwich with hash browns. It was delicious. Instead of stacking everything on top the plain bagel, it was a 2 egg omelet with America cheese and cut sausage links folded in. I can't believe I never thought of doing that, it all stayed together so much better. The hash browns were also very good, they were in slices, not strings. Both meals were under $10 each. There were a lot of people there but we had no problem getting a seat and our food was out in no time. Alk together breakfast only took us 45 minutes, and that's with some time we took to hang out and finish drinks. Southside, I am yours.
(5)Joe L.
This was such a nice place to grab brunch with a friend! The food was delicious, as good as everyone has advertised. I got the Mexicali wrap which was smaller than the menu picture made it seem, but still very delicious and completely filling. The chorizo was so tasty and savory with perfectly melted cheese. My friend got the cheeseburger hash off of the daily special board and it looked amazing as well. It didn't look like a large amount of food but the portion was the perfect size for a filing meal. This is definitely a place to check out if you're in search of a good diner.
(5)Romeo C.
If you are in the Cleveland area and need an authentic American breakfast experience, this is your place. The diner is spotless and the staff is very welcoming. You must try their bagel sandwich. Service was prompt and friendly and our server was very knowledgeable about the Cleveland area. She directed us to the water front and recommended other sites to visit. Great breakfast experience. Cool retro decor too.
(5)Lana K.
Great place! It's little with little parking, but the food has big taste. I've been here several times, but just for breakfast. Every time I got eggs over easy, bacon well done and rye toast. Very good and very consistent. I really like the old-school diner atmosphere too.
(4)Alan S.
First visit here and I'm sorry it took so long. It's a cool little place with that diner vibe. While it may be fairly small the menu is HUGE. Just an amazing number of choices. Today I had the urge for a wafflel and tried the strawberry and cream version. Last week I had brunch at Dante Next Door where I also ordered a waffle. Little ol' Southside Diner;s kicked DND's waffle right in the griddle. Twice. Seriously, it was awesome and inspired me to go back and try some different items which I will certainly do soon. Oh, and my server was very upbeat and personable and that never gets old. So, yeah, this place has a bunch of strong reviews and I certainly see why. Can't wait to back.
(4)Bob L.
This place is one of the reasons I haven't completely lost faith in humanity. No, really, I'm not delving into hyperbole here, I mean it. I know it's just a diner, but somehow it manages it be more than that. It's a tiny little piece of what's right in this world. It's a safe haven from road rage, from inconsiderate people, from overpopulation, from all that makes you want to pull a Falling Down on the world. It's in Parma and it's not to be confused with Southside in Tremont. Hell, they couldn't be at more polar opposite ends of the spectrum on nearly every possible metric. The actual restaurant is quite small, seating somewhere around 30 people, and features a small counter that overlooks the flattop grill that, I'm quite sure, is never without activity. At its very soul, Southside Diner is all-American. By this I mean their menu is not only full of burgers and melts but dishes that speak to the immigrant history of Cleveland and its suburbs - hot corned beef, gyros, potato pancakes. But what brought us into Southside Diner for the first time was breakfast, and, judging from most of the other Yelpers, the same reason for their visits as well. I love the smell of a diner. That baked in, historic odor that's a combination of coffee, grease, and bacon. It used to be that there was cigarette smoke mixed in there and I can be honest here, I miss it. I can still remember going with my dad to a diner called The Hutch in Elyria, table-top Galaga and that smell. It's embedded into my brain. The breakfast menu here reads like a who's who of the sunrise dining crowd - corned beef hash, steak & eggs, biscuits and gravy - they're all here. Strangely absent, pancakes. That's right, I couldn't find 'em on the menu anywhere. Oh well, no matter. Plenty of other goodies from which to choose. The bagel sandwich, a tasty combination of soft, whitebread bagel, American cheese, and a perfectly cooked scrambled egg wrapped around three strips of peppered bacon like a toddler's woobie. Served alongside some of the best griddled home fries I've had. You know the kind, bits of crispy crunch interspersed with soft, slightly oily bits of potato. My other half ordered the three-egg breakfast, same deal. It was all prepared textbook clean. And because the bacon was so good I'll mention it again. The bacon is thick-cut, heavily peppered and so good a pig would eat it. We shared one of their specials - cinnamon crumb cake French toast - and it would be the reason for that grayed-out star up there. Made from a large coffee cake muffin sliced into 3, dipped in egg, griddled and served dusted with powdered sugar. Tasty but the execution just fell short. The egg had barely penetrated the muffin leaving it just a bit dry. If they had left it to soak longer, if only. The service was exactly what you'd want. It was friendly, honest, blue collar and exactly what's missing from nearly every other eating establishment in the state. Our coffees were always topped off, our empty plates removed when necessary, and all done without feeling intrusive. It felt like we were being served by family. Places like Southside Diner are part of the American landscape for a reason. They're a vital organ to the system of our country. Sure, we could probably survive without them, kept alive by the predictable pumping of chain stores and cookie-cutter drive-throughs, but our quality of life would suffer. Diners like Southside need, no, have to stay around. Do your part as an American and support Southside Diner and places like it. Without us, the machine will win and you'll be stepping over their bleached bones on your way to McDonald's.
(4)Jennifer M.
Went for breakfast and server asked if we wanted cheese on our eggs. Charged us for cheese even though they didn't put on the eggs and refused to credit bill for one dollar. Asked them to show me the cheese and they couldn't. Very poor business practice. Very loud atmosphere. Couldn't even carry a conversation. So hot that we were sweating.
(1)Mike C.
Stopped there as I was passing through Ohio and had the corn beef Reuben. Best one I've ever had. Very nice people in there too
(5)N B.
Excellent, friendly service by Kim and outstanding breakfast choices, which are served all day. Try the Western or gyro omelettes, delicious and comes with fried potatoes and toast. Reasonably priced, note the hours, before you plan a trip. This will be our breakfast place forevers! Found here on yelp.
(5)Z E.
For sure my new breakfast spot! Really good food and generous servings. The servers are always nice, and I like the variety. Breakfast specials change every few days. I am still waiting to try one of the hash dishes other reviewers have talked about!
(4)Devon S.
Still the best service in the area and great food. Had the best turkey bacon I've ever had, seriously, the best. Get it, you'll love it. You should also get the blueberry muffin french toast, the Athenian breakfast, the corned beef & eggs, the corned beef hash omelette, the Clevelander, and the list just goes on and on and on.
(5)Chris L.
It might not look like much from the outside, and it's a small place inside, but the taste on a plate is so fantastic, a review was a must. I've never been disappointed and the specials are very New York, especially by Cleveland standards. It's high end food in Parma!! You can get anything from basics like French Toast to poached eggs on English muffins with fresh avocado and hollandaise sauce. This Diner is a true Gem.
(5)Holly E.
I wish there were more diners like this. Food is very good and reasonably priced. Every table was filled but people were still seated quickly. Bacon is so good, also love their French toast!! Definitely recommend!
(5)Tarah V.
Best for local Menu was diverse enough for any palette. Husband and I always split meals - usually savory and sweet. He got the Nutella and pb French toast. And I got the Greek omelet. Perfect portions. Went home stuffed and needing a nap
(5)Janet C.
My parents would give this place a solid 5 stars for the corned beef hash, extremely pleased. The service and coffee were spot on. Not a huge fan of the eggs (scrambled more done than I prefer), peppered bacon (too much pepper), and hashbrowns (crispiness was good but needed seasoning). Everyone else had an amazing looking breakfast, would try again if staying in the area.
(4)Theresa H.
I love Southside! The breakfasts are fresh and taste like a true home cooked meal. The atmosphere is adorable and it's a quaint, happy little place! The servers are sweet, and it's an awesome little breakfast date place! I definitely suggest it. Their omelettes are filling and so so delicious. Also, hashbrowns = yum.
(4)Jeff R.
This place has EVERYTHING one would want from a classy little diner. The food was outstanding, priced very fairly, the atmosphere was great, very corner diner feeling. The service was outstanding, coffee cup kept full and the best part is that it's right around the corner from my house. Can't wait to go back again and again and well worth the drive if you're not close like I am.
(5)Bill T.
When you think of neighborhood diner, what are the things that come to mind? Small space (check). Filled with locals and regulars (check). Unassuming decor (check). Friendly although hurried, staff (check). Good coffee (check). Good (really good) food (check). Then you have just described Southside Diner. We had a waffle -- crispy and light, and sausage biscuits and gravy that were rich and homemade and a croissant sandwich that was filled with meat and eggs and cheese and was very good. Parking was easy too. We will go back as often as we can. It was great to be in a place, where you felt appreciated and the food beat expectations. Well done.
(4)Michael C.
Having discovered this restaurant on Yelp, we were super excited to try out a new Sunday brunch location. With that, I'm super happy to say I'll definitely be coming back. With extremely friendly service, the Southside Diner was very time efficient and served interesting and delectable meals. The daily specials were also very well thought out and proved to be a welcome addition to the table. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Jackie R.
Went with a friend this past weekend. Fantastic food and quick service. I will be going back for sure. I ordered the bagel sandwich and it hit the spot. Great diner overall!
(5)Bruce K.
Great food; classic diner food with Greek and modern twists. Friendly community atmosphere. The chicken and waffles are my favorite.
(5)Ashlee D.
Yummy breakfast spot! My family enjoys this place often. The food is good, it is just very tiny... So if there are no seats available, you have no choice but to watch people eat their food while you wait. Love their pancakes and the service is usually pretty quick. You can watch them make your breakfast if you sit at the counter, which includes watching them carve the gyro meat! If you stop back for lunch their gyros and Rubens are pretty tasty. Only other downside are the hours. Only open until 3, so this is really just a weekend spot for us!
(4)Ruben R.
I have been coming to this place for years now. And every single experience has been beyond perfect. They have a PHENOMENAL staff that are friendly, responsive, and respectful. The place it's self is very cozy, relaxing, and creates a good atmosphere. The food is EXTRAORDINARY. Everything is made from scratch and the chefs certainly know what they're doing. The quality and quantity of what you get for the price is what makes this place so great in my opinion. Whether it's breakfast or lunch, you'll definitely get your money's worth.
(5)Ross N.
Almost a "hole-in-the-wall" place from the outside, but the perfect diner inside. Very quaint, and probably can't pack more than 50 customers inside. But the menu? Delicious! I had the corned beef stacker, and it was a flavour circus (in a good way). A great portion size, but I love food so I went for the strawberry and cream cheese pancakes afterwards and didn't regret it. The service is great as well; never a cold or empty coffee! I would definitely suggest making a trip here for a Sunday brunch with a significant other, getting stuffed with good food, and napping afterwards.
(5)Daniel O.
One of THE best breakfast and lunch places in Cleveland! Food is amazing. Service is great and the atmosphere is cozy and friendly. A must TRY! Trust me!
(5)Toni S.
Best breakfast place! Never gets old seeing the cooks put on a show as they cook your food in the open kitchen. Every week the specials change, best so far has been the muffin French toast! Service is quick and all the employees are especially hospitable. Although the restaurant isn't too large the wait is never long and definitely worth waiting for.
(5)Alyssa P.
Fantastic breakfast place! I've never been there for lunch but Southside is my new go to place for brunch. The staff are all very friendly and the food is delicious. They're a small establishment so sometimes you've got to wait a bit for a table but it's well worth the wait.
(4)Isaac P.
Never fails to beat my expectations. Best breakfast in Cleveland, I don't think I'll ever stop coming here. Eggs are always perfect. Hash is always perfect. The bacon is the epitome of crunchy. Love it.
(5)Taja E.
Did not get a bang for my buck. The food was okay but for a small privately owned diner I would expect better prices. My husband and I went for breakfast one morning and we got our bill we were surprised, things just did not add up. We were trying to explain the charges to the waitress but after explaining several times and not getting far we just paid the bill. With the amount of our bill we could've ate at the cheesecake factory for breakfast. The only reason I gave it to stars is because some of the staff was friendly and the diner has a cool design inside. We won't be going back though.
(2)Connie H.
Best breakfast food in the Parma and surrounding area. Have never had a bad meal. French toast is my favorite, but all their stuff is fantastic. Order the breakfast wraps to go quite a bit and they hold up really well. this place!!
(5)Jessica M.
this place is a solid 3.5 stars. 4 for the decor, 3 for the food. i swear sometimes i think i'm white. i'm actually asian but bc the majority of my colleagues, coworkers, friends, etc are white, sometimes i don't feel very asian. but then i walk in a place like this, and i instantly feel very self conscious of being a bit out of place. this place is all american. people were clearly looking at me. well, what're ya gonna do? smile and enjoy a good breakfast of course. despite that, i will be back when i'm in the area for their special. some sort of potato pancake that sounds pretty good.
(3)Mike T.
Place I go to breakfast most. It is very small, so if your party is more than two, good luck. Even with only two, I leave without sitting at times. Good food, if a bit pricey. I like the gyro omelette and the Greek omelette. Coffee sucks sometimes. A little pricey comparatively, but good food and service.
(4)John H.
I love a good diner for breakfast and this place nailed it! Classic diner style inside with license plates on the walls, an open grill and bar stools for quick service. I ordered their corned beef which they make from scratch. Our server was pleasant and very attentive. Kept my coffee nice and warm.
(5)Steve F.
Our first trip to this diner. The service was great. Didn't have to ask for coffee refills and very friendly. Food was good especially the sausage patties. They have a full plus menu. They have it all. Got out of there for less than $25 for two...
(4)Durron A.
Stop here after the kids basketball game just to have a quick brunch I enjoyed the food had the chicken and waffles which was excellent don't remember what everyone else had but everyone said they enjoy there meals, will be back
(4)ShowPeace E.
My wife n I get so upset if we have to eat any where else. Wish this place would stay open late for dinner too. Amazing food. Flavor is outstanding. Favorite is the gyro n breakfast corn beef hash. Diner is clean. People are the friendliest. John the cook is irreplaceable. His dishes are great and the presentation is on point. Recommend this place to everyone. We dine out a lot. No one beats south side. Our favorite place to eat at.
(5)Kyle N.
This place is AMAZING! I had the Southside, it came with eggs, toast, hash browns, and my choice of meat (I went with the Gyro meat for $1 extra). My boyfriend had the pancakes. He went a little off menu and combined two toppings that weren't listed together, but they were more than happy to accommodate. The gyro meat is on a spit cooking fresh like it should be and the pancakes are so tasty! We paid $20 total, with drinks, tax and tip! This place is definitely a hidden gem, and if you're in the area you should most definitely check it out.
(5)Aaron G.
Our waitress was the sweetest person to wait on us while in town! Incredible breakfast, as good or better than some of the brunch spots we visited downtown, and half the price!
(5)Michael J.
Hidden gem in Parma. Great food, definitely coming back for the Chicken & Waffles. The homemade corned beef hash is worth the trip as well.
(4)Saraha M.
I have never been here and came because of the reviews. It is absolutely amazing! My server was probably the nicest server I've ever had. So personable. The food is inexpensive, but it doesn't reflect in the food...It is absolutely amazing. Pancakes, homefries, toast, bacon...absolutely the best. You have a new regular. Thanks for everything :-)
(5)Peter F.
Today, South Side Diner served me the best breakfast I have ever had. I am usually an omelette, or 2 eggs choice of meat and toast (which this place does really well) kinda guy. Lately, I have been trying things on the specials menu, and this is where South Side really shines. I ordered the Barbacoa Hash, and let me tell you, it was amazing. It had poached eggs on top! I've never had a poached egg before, so that kinda blew my mind. It really was the best breakfast. If you are in the area, you really have to come in. The staff is awesome, the omelets are huge, and the specials menu has different awesomeness all the time. If it's crowded, it's worth the wait for a table.
(5)Dan S.
The best hash I have had in a long time. Last time in I tried the special on the menu "gyro hash", I can't tell you how delicious it is with words. You have to try it !
(5)Daniel E.
This place was legit. My fiance and I were first timers and we were blown away by the food. I am not a big breakfast food fan, but I got this corn beef hash omlette... and it was phenominal. Such a small establishment, but the food comes in big portions and is really something special.
(5)Brian F.
As most have already said, this place is quite small, and there's not really much space for groups over 2 people. I had the blueberry french toast, and it was good and quite a bit of food for 7 bucks. It came with 2 eggs, 2 bacon, and 2 sausages. I liked the value although the food was good not great. My buddy got the breakfast burrito, and it was pretty huge. I took a bite of it, and it's worth having. Overall, I really liked this diner and would go back if in town again. It's small and sort of a throwback type place. But it's good food, and the price is right!
(4)Meagan Y.
Southside is the go to Sunday morning breakfast spot for my husband and I! The food is always great and the service is very efficient and friendly. We almost always order off the specials board and rarely crack open the menu, but a few of our favorite specials recently were added to the everyday menu so it's clear the owner is responsive to what the people want. The food is very reasonably priced and, frankly, they could be charging twice as much and we'd still pay! It's that great!
(5)Alexis B.
Family of 7 came in with a breakfast/lunch hankerin' and this place did not disappoint! I ordered up the chicken gyro with fries on the side. The others ordered breakfast style plates, omelets, scrambles... Everything came out nice and hot! The gyro had a fluffy pita bread wrapped around fresh lettuce and tomato and good hunks of chicken. The tzatziki sauce was on the side, and it was perfect that way. I was able to add the sauce when I wanted it without the sauce engulfing the entire sandwich. This is a traditional diner atmosphere. TV's in the corners, open kitchen, license plates all over the walls and a big wrap around bar. I will definitely come back to this place next time I'm in town.
(4)Kevin S.
By far... The BEST breakfast/brunch diner in the area! I live in Texas and make it a DELIBERATE EFFORT to come here at least once every visit for breakfast.
(5)Niko P.
Great breakfast every time! I've never had a bad meal! I have a high standard for food and they exceed it every time. I can't say enough good things about this place. You can tell the guy making your food takes pride in what he's doing! Get in this place for a meal! I promise you'll come back.
(5)Andrew M.
I was on my way to South Haven on I-80 and needed gas and some breakfast. Unfortunately, the rest areas did not have anything appealing, so I checked out Yelp and came across Southside. A little off the beaten path, but it was exactly what I needed. Good food and good coffee in a clean place with friendly service is this place in a nutshell. We were served by Toni, a very polite young lady with a great smile. In fact, all of the staff were great. Stop in and say hello for us!
(5)Art J.
I love supporting local no matter where I am. There are about 30 total seats on the joint. We had our infant in a car seat with us and the staff was VERY friendly. We had to wait a little bit on a Saturday around noon, but the kitchen did a great job of turning food out thus rotating customers. Great laid back, friendly atmosphere.
(4)Dave C.
As far as diners go, I really like this place. Went there for breakfast with the family (6 of us) and we had to sit at the bar because the seating is very limited. Not a problem though, it's a nice bar and we enjoyed our experience. The food was very good and the service was perfectly fine. Met a lot of nice people who were picking up orders and it seems like they already have a pretty good group of "regulars" who eat there. The open kitchen was good entertainment while we chatted and waited on our orders. Aside from the occasional cramped dining room situation, this place it tops for an affordable delicious breakfast.
(5)Bill N.
Great food finally somebody knows what over medium means. Big portions good prices great flavor
(5)Dave W.
You want to eat at the best breakfast restaurant in Parma? If you are reading this review you have found it. Family owned, excellent cook, super friendly staff. Menu is continuously changing so your taste will never get bored! Try the specials of the week, you will not be disappointed!!!!
(5)Betty W.
Love, love, love this little diner. We come here often for breakfast because the food is great, and the price is right. We also try to patronize the neighborhood places versus the large chains. Service is always good too!
(5)Jason Z.
The Mexican tacos were amazing. Very nice place and definitely worth a try. I plan to make this my "go to" spot.
(5)Miss C.
I love this place! The decor is nostalgic & interesting. The service was fantastic. Our server was very attentive & quick with the coffee. We ate breakfast. I had the "Southside Special". It was a great meal at a great price. I will definitely return on the next trip. The only thing I didn't care for was the unisex bathroom. Shared public restrooms are YUCK!
(5)Tanya A.
A truley hidden gem. Out of the world customer service. Came in with my family of 12 and everyone left happy. The owner was very friendly and ensured we all were satisfied. Taking those extra steps to make our visit enjoyable. Next time I am in Cleveland this will be our first daily stop. Best breakfast in Cleveland!
(5)Charlene S.
Yeah - a dinner close to home. Good food and friendly wait staff. We got the standard breakfast fare...in addition tried the sausage gravy and biscuits, which was awesome. The only thing, they put the gravy on the home fries, we did not care for that (personal preference) the waitress brought out a replacement - no problem. Coffee was also very good. We will definitely be back. (Could use a little more of a cleaning- that is why I held back a star)
(4)Kelli G.
I was looking for someplace new to try for breakfast and based on the other Yelp reviews I thought I'd give the Southside Diner a try. The restaurant was small and cozy and all the employees were friendly and had a smile on their face. My friend ordered the special, cinnamon coffee cake french toast and I had eggs, sausage, and breakfast potatoes which we shared. It was delicious! Bottomless cup of coffee was great too! We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast and will be coming back soon!
(4)Adriana L.
So good! We stopped here for breakfast during a road trip and were so happy with everything. Staff was friendly and efficient, the food was amazing, and the coffee was excellent. We had pancakes, the spinach omelet, and the bagel sandwiches. Everything was delicious and we left beyond stuffed. The home fries are wonderful - get them; you won't regret it. And as a final observation, the diner is small, open and airy. You see the kitchen and the cooks preparing the food and will probably note, as I did, how clean everything is. Very pleased with the experience and grateful to fellow yelpers for their reviews that brought us here.
(5)Erik C.
Great experience! My sister and I searched for "breakfast" near Brunswick and we came across this gem. There is a reason they are rated so highly; they do diner food extremely well. I struggled between ordering the corned beef hash and the mexical omelette. However, on the advice of our waitress I went with the barbacoa hash, it did not disappoint. Friendly and knowledgable staff, along with a high of level of cleanliness. We will be back very soon!
(4)Patricia M.
Great breakfast choices, well worth the drive from Strongsville. Try the fresh made corned beef hash. Friendly servers too. Not too crowded at 8:00 on Sunday.
(5)Morgan B.
We loved this place, and will definitely be back soon. From the outside, it doesn't look like much, and honestly- wouldn't' have stopped in if it weren't for the glowing reviews on Yelp. Small inside the restaurant, but very clean and comfortable. We stopped in for a quick Saturday morning brunch, and ended up getting one Potato Pancake Breakfast, and one of the Three Egg Breakfasts. Everything was very good, especially the potato pancakes (not too greasy, and a good amount of flavor). Coffee was also quite good for diner coffee. The service was excellent, and we had no trouble getting our order in and food out in quickly. The prices were also extremely reasonable for the quantity, making this a new top choice for breakfast/lunch for me.
(5)Allie K.
Delicious & cheap local diner!! We love this little hole in the wall. Highly recommend!!
(5)Laura L.
The best little hidden treasure. We had a great breakfast. Our waitress. Dina, was AMAZING!!!! We were in town from Mi. and found this place on YELP. I would love to go back again.
(5)Colleen J.
This is a great little diner. Prices are low, breakfast simple and delicious. Nothing fancy, but the servers were friendly and food came out fast. Seating is limited for a group over 2 or 4, but all in all this is a solid breakfast adventure!
(4)Heather B.
Nice little place. How small it is, is what makes it quaint and comfortable. There are not many places like this in Akron that are CLEAN, so I really enjoyed this place. Nice vibe and good service. Even when super busy there was one waitress and she had it down. Good, hot food. Just your basics but you know your getting what you pay for. Cheap too. Very nice place.
(5)Christina S.
We love this diner! They offer the best gyros around. Thanks Nicki for always taking great care of us!
(5)Scott S.
Pretty clean dining area, quality food in huge portions, solid service. The value is where it should be, lots of good food for a reasonable price. It's not the cheapest breakfast in town, but it doesn't taste like that either. The only thing I didn't really like was the dining area layout. It was pretty tight and not easy to move around without bumping into a table or someone else's chair. I'm sure all the winter coats on chairs made it seem worse. Nice place, if I'm in the hood, I'll be back.
(4)Steve S.
This place rocks! Little diner and a gem. Breakfast is so good and the corned beef is amazing! Prices are good and again food is awesome. Service is excellent especially the two sisters that work there. Try it! You won't be disappointed!
(5)Rich W.
Decent diner; clean, 50's type decor, good service. Had breakfast-eggs, sausage links, home fries, and rye toast.
(4)Dawna L.
Came here for Breakfast the other day after seeing the great reviews on Yelp. Not a lot of seating in this place, so I imagine when it's busy it must be pretty crowded. It was a pretty full house when we arrived, but we snagged the last two seats at the counter. Our server was friendly, and we were right next to the kitchen. It feels a little messy/dirty in this place, but you watch the cooks make your food. Our breakfast was yummy. The bacon was a bit undercooked, but the sausage was yummy. Pretty cheap prices as well. While the food was good, I didn't feel that is was all that special...how hard is it to make good eggs and pancakes??? We left full and happy!
(3)S H.
The local Southside Diner is a hidden gem in Parma. They have excellent food at extremely reasonable prices. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I ordered the breakfast special at Southside Diner and my favorite part of that meal is the bacon. They don't skimp here - nice cuts of peppered bacon. The coffee is also very good. I look forward to returning and trying something new.
(5)Cecilia E.
Many a breakfast enjoyed here. Southside Diner is a tiny little place with a breakfast bar right up by the cooks, a few booth seats and some tables. Very small but it gives it all the more charm. They serve up a delicious breakfast (we'd always order the crazy 8 and the breakfast burrito) but they make equally tasty lunch fare (try their burgers or big, 100% beef hot dogs, or a tasty wrap or gyro!). This is your classic local diner that makes you want to come in, sit down and say "I'll have the usual".
(5)Jen R.
This place is AMAZING!!! Things are priced well, way cheaper than any breakfast chain and the food is from scratch. Omelettes are delicious and their corn beef hash is crazy good! The place is very small, doesn't fit more than 20-25 ppl at tables but they do have counter seats too. By far my fav breakfast place :D
(4)Michael F.
Went here on a whim and I must say that they didn't disappoint. The diner is small, there's not a lot of tables, that's my only complaint. The service was prompt and the food was plentiful and excellent! They also serve breakfast all day. The prices are good and I highly recommend it!
(4)Carli L.
Very small & generally busy, this diner is a unique experience in the Northeast Ohio area. The staff is attentive and the restaurant is pristine clean & very well decorated. The food is always great-- and although most people order breakfast, their lunch menu is amazing. Great gyros and hot dogs! They're only open till 3pm but I would recommend trying it out!
(4)Amanda C.
We have frequented this diner quite a bit during our visits to Parma when visiting family. We were happy to find out that Southside was open on the Fourth of July, when most places were closed, they were open. While the waitstaff wasn't too happy about it, we were! While Southside Diner offers lunch options, this diner is really known for it's breakfast options. The day that we dined there I ordered the Parma omelette (with corned beef and cheese). It really hit the spot and can't wait to come back to eat at Southside the next time we are in Parma!
(4)Joe H.
Really great food, everything was made from scratch!
(5)Vince I.
Looked on Yelp for a good diner to have breakfast at and found Southside. I was a little worried when I got there as there was only one other couple in the restaurant at 8:30, but my fears were assuaged when ten minutes after I arrived, the place filled up. I looked over the menu, and everything looked very good. I settled on the corned beef hash omelet. This thing was huge! The eggs were done right and the hash was not only overfilling the omelet, it was delicious. This place was everything Yelpers said it was. I would definitely eat here again when in the Cleveland area.
(5)Mary Kay B.
Stopped by for breakfast before heading home on a Sunday. The place can only sit around 20 people, there are some seats at the counter in true diner style. Unfortunately, the decor is about the only good thing about this restaurant. The food was less than par. My bacon and cheese omelette left a lot to be desired. The bacon was on one side of the omelette and the cheese was on the other. Both the eggs and home fries were very dry. I asked for the hash browns to be well done, but that did not happen. My nephew ordered a bagel sandwich with sausage. He enjoyed the hash browns but was not impressed with the sandwich. Even the OJ didn't taste like a quality OJ. Perhaps if your taste buds never experienced breakfast food other than here you wouldn't have anything to compare this too. I, however, have. Even the channel on the TV was to some odd station. This is not a place I would recommend. Ok, so my family is razzin on me because the waitress was good. So, I changed my rating to 2 stars from only 1.
(2)Brad M.
This place was great. I had the country fried steak and egg dish. The steal had a sausage gravy on it which was fantastic. It had a slight spice to it and overall creamy. Substitute something else for the homefries/hash browns. They are not too great. Service was really good too, they filled my coffee 6 times in about 45 minutes.
(4)Sherese H.
This place had great food and quality service. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which is smothered in their country gravy. Delicious! I also ordered a short stack French toast, which were okay, but nothing spectacular about them. The waitress who served me was friendly and inviting. She apologized 3 times for the wait on my food, as 2 people who ordered after me received their food before me. I actually thought nothing of it but she briefly explained the breakfast burrito takes a bit longer. The reason this place gets 3 stars is there was a mechanic guy working on the refrigerator in the kitchen (which was close to the grill where the food was being cooked). I saw all of this because I sat at the bar, where you can see the cook make your food and the rest of the kitchen area. The mechanic had on dirty clothing, with filthy hands and it was just a sight that turned me off.
(3)Nicole S.
This was a wonderful experience. The waitress was so great and helpful. She was really able to give us advice on the menu. Wide selection of food for reasonable prices. I had the breakfast tacos which were very good. Even though I am not a fan of pineapple on food, it was a tasty addition to the tacos. The home fries were very good, but I would tell them to cook the potatoes well done. I shared a full stack of pancakes which I thought were very good and very large. My mom got the Maple Leaf omelette, she really enjoyed it. This is a great location to get a sit down quick meal. Definitely will be back!
(5)Julie D.
Brother and friend suggested this place for breakfast! This is by far the best breakfast joint I've been to in Parma! It's so delicious!!! This place sure gets busy and sometimes you have to wait to get seated but it is totally worth it!! I would have to say that I am satisfied with the service and food! Service was fast and very attentive! Every single one of these staff members are super friendly and willing to answer any questions you may have. The owner is definitely very outgoing and hard working for he has been there every time I visit. The Eggs Benedict Florentine is so delicious!! All of the ingredients are frech and the hollandaise sauce is legit! Majority of the places I've been to in Parma claim their hollandaise sauce is delicious but it just tastes like chicken broth thickened by flour which is definitely disappointing! But this place.. they make everything right after you order! The presentation is beautiful just like the flavor of this dish. I have also tried their gyro which is definitely delicious and feeling. The gyro is just like any gyro but they toss the lamb in the sauce so the taste is consistent with every bite. The only thing that is different from this gyro from other places is that you can taste the freshness of their vegetables and they don't use as much salt as other places. Definitely excited to try more of their food soon!
(5)Corey M.
I went to this place basically on a whim and it seriously paid off! Service was fast and friendly. I told the waitress that I'm a vegetarian (she asked if I like corned beef) and she mentioned a florentine eggs Benedict, which I ended up having. It was DELICIOUS. Those caps are necessary. They added mushrooms and onions (their suggestion- great call) for me and took off the Canadian bacon without issue. The hollandaise sauce was perfection. I can't wait to discover what other great items they have on their menu! The diner itself is pretty small, with a counter and around 10-12 tables. At first I thought I might feel awkward not being a regular, but the waitress was very kind and I realized I was worried over nothing. Will absolutely be going back :)
(5)Carl W.
It doesn't start out well when it takes 45minutes from order to get your food. The corned beef omlette was very good but the chicken cordon bleu omlette was a letdown. Then factor in the woeful coffee and steep price. I won't be back.
(2)Jake K.
The fiancé and myself wanted a good brunch so we typed it in and Southside was one of the better rated places to eat so we took a chance... and wow did it pay off. We shared the corned beef hash, farmer's omelet, and the nutella and peanut butter french toast. Everything was fresh and amazing. The staff was super friendly but that didnt take away from the real all star... the food! Overall a very enjoyable experience and its just down the road from us. We will be returning. And often at that!
(5)Kim Y.
Just experienced the barbacoa hash with poached eggs. Well worth the sunday drive from lakewood for breakfast!!! Cant wait to return to this classic diner setting that offers bistro quality food.
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