Papa J's Diner

Inverness, FL · Diner

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Inverness
#26
of 96 restaurants
City Percentile
62%
rating percentile
Address
Papa J's Diner, 2056 Hwy 44 W, Inverness, FL 34453
Phone
(352) 341-5169
Website
www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087808024334
Status
Open · Closes 3 PM

Papa J's Diner is a restaurant located in Inverness, FL. It is one of 96 restaurants listed in Inverness. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Inverness city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday6 AM–3 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★☆ 4.0 Katherine Balcerzak · Feb 2026

I thought I would try something different today ,a place we haven’t been. When we first walked in, we were greeted by the owner who told us to sit wherever we wanted . A brief conversation pursued about where I was from. Then I asked him where he was from and I got the look like I had four eyes and he wanted to know why I needed to know. That did not set the mood for this first time visit. I have been coming to Florida since I was a kid and have brought my kids here since they were small and have NEVER once when talking about our home state got the look like I was being nosy. If I wear a Buffalo Bills shirt, people obviously say” go bills” If I tell them I’m from upstate New York, we usually have something in common. The waitress we had was very nice and looked like she worked her tail off

★★★★★ 5.0 Sheryl Walls · Dec 2025

It's a diner, so it's atmosphere is just that. We've been there twice in our short time in Inverness and our new favorite place. The staff tag-teams the tables, so the service is great. I love corned beef hash and it is done perfectly. Prices are good too.

★★★★★ 5.0 Michael Jimenez · Jun 2023

If you love a true American breakfast, you must come eat here! Their breakfast is amazing! So fresh and delicious. Great portions too! But the best part is their staff. Excellent customer service! They were so polite and friendly. Food came out quickly. They were very attentive to our table. I had such a great experience. I can't wait to go back again! Thanks Papas! You definitely set the bar up high!

★★★★★ 5.0 Susan Schultz · Dec 2025

This has become our go to place on Friday evenings for a group of friends. The Fish Fry is terrific and the service is fantastic. You really feel welcome in this little diner. Don't feel like fish? That's okay, just order a great breakfast or sandwich or a full dinner. You can't go wrong dining here.

★★★★★ 5.0 Brea Proffitt · Nov 2025

We went here for my birthday breakfast on Sunday and Susan went above and beyond with making sure everything about our visit was perfect. She was on top of everything, very friendly, and made us laugh and smile on top of it all. On top of it the food was amazing as always and the prices are always the best in town. I will make sure to request Susan on all of our visits from now on!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

DinerBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopLunch restaurantPancake restaurant

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