Velma's Diner - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

A Hidden Gem in St. Cloud, Florida Nestled on Deer Run Road in St. Cloud, Florida, there's a small, unassuming mom-and-pop restaurant that has quickly become one of my favorite dining spots. From the moment you walk through the door, you know you're in for something special. This charming eatery, with its cozy ambiance and welcoming atmosphere, feels like a warm hug from an old friend—an experience that's becoming increasingly rare in today's fast-paced world. The restaurant's quaint decor immediately makes you feel at home. The rustic tables, vintage pictures on the walls, and the soft hum of conversation all contribute to a cozy, down to earth environment. It’s the kind of place where you can relax and enjoy a meal without the distractions of the outside world. The atmosphere is casual yet intimate, making it perfect for both a family breakfast or a quiet lunch. The service here is nothing short of exceptional. From the moment you are greeted at the door, you feel like part of the family. The staff is genuinely friendly and attentive, always ready with a smile and eager to ensure that your dining experience is top notch. They take the time to explain the menu, offer recommendations, and make you feel truly valued as a customer. It's clear that they take pride in what they do, and that passion translates into an outstanding level of service that enhances the overall dining experience. Now, let's talk about the food because it is, without a doubt, the star of the show. Every dish is a testament to the love and care that goes into each recipe. Everything is made from scratch, and you can taste the freshness in every bite. The menu offers a delightful variety of options, each one more tempting than the last. Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty comfort meal or something light and fresh, you’ll find it here. The flavors are rich and well-balanced, with each ingredient standing out yet harmonizing beautifully with the others. The use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients is evident, and it makes all the difference. Dining at this restaurant is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. It’s a place where you can slow down, savor every bite, and enjoy the simple pleasures of good food and great company. The dedication to quality, from the ingredients to the service, is evident in every aspect of the restaurant. It’s a reminder that in a world full of chain restaurants and fast food, there’s still a place for genuine, home cooked meals that are made with love. If you find yourself in St. Cloud, Florida, do yourself a favor and visit this hidden gem. It’s a culinary haven that offers a taste of something truly special—an experience that will leave you feeling satisfied, both in body and soul. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this is one dining experience you won’t want to miss.

Nice little surprise! Good food and service! Well worth the trip. We will definitely be back! Velma and her husband are charming people and create a homey atmosphere.

Excellent place to eat, 100% recommended

This little breakfast/lunch place is amazing. The food is cook perfectly and the owners Velma and her husband are super friendly.

Amazing food and super friendly staff with a Southern hospitality feel! Highly recommended!!!

An amazing place to have breakfast. The service and atmosphere is very pleasant and the owners or super friendly

What a great place, very good food, fast service, you need to try this place, they are going to temporarily close in May 20th but will reopen on July 1st, go see them it is worth the drive

Great food, and the staff is always so friendly. We love going there!

Great cozy little place to eat. Dont let the store front fool you. It is in same building as the veterines lodge. But a great stumble across find. The owners were right involved with mom serving and pops cooking.. Fantastic breakfast . Best bacon i have had in years.. marked with a heart in maps for future to definetly eat there again when passing thru

Loved it!!! Real corned beef... and wife and kids finaly finished their plates...

We loved it, Great food and such nice owners!! Wish they were in Kissimmee. We will definitely go back again.

Great food at a reasonable price.

Wonderful and friendly service!!! The coffee hit the spot and the grits were especially delicious. It's a nice quiet little place that's close to home. 😊

We loved the food and friendly staff.

Small with great service, friendly husband and wife that own it, coffee is good 👍

Good food fair prices nice people. Glad we stopped in!

We had breakfast, it was all fresh, well cooked and the taste was amazing. We loved the bacon 🥓 😋

Small homey establishment, food was good,hot and cooked the way I asked. Staff is very pleasant,and has a very good feel. I would definitely check them out

So friendly! Fluffiest, most delicious grits I’ve ever had. And they offer you 4 kinds of hot sauce!

Awesome! Good ol' down home food and hospitality!! Velma and Shawn are the best!!

We love Velma and Cion amazing couple the food, service and most of all they treat you like family. Customer Service 100 percent.

Great little spot. Yummy breakfast.

Exceeded our expectations all the way around. Great service and food quality and presentation. We also took a to go chili as well as ham and bean soup. The chili was spot on and will try the ham and bean today. Look forward to returning in the future.

The food was good service was great. I was a little disappointed on my open face roast beef sandwich. I always got this when going to a diner with fries and gravy. The gravy was not the normal brown gravy. Weird light color. It was good but not what I expected it to be. My husband enjoyed his cheeseburger.

Nice place ..they try to give you good Service..they try to bring you back

Excellent service, owners were as sweet as pie & best biscuits and gravy hands down! We will be back the next time we are in town

If you find yourself driving by, do yourself a favor and stop in. I've been here a few times and it's honestly one of the few down home cooking places around. Friendly staff, quick service, and I cannot stress how amazing their food is. Velma's diner is definitely a local treasure.

Small county diner. Excellent breakfast and burgers made to order. Daily specials are offered. Owners prepare and serve the food that is very reasonably priced. They cook the best crispy bacon!!!

Great food and service was EXCELLENT.

Simple place with good breakfast options and great prices. Very good service and staff. Nothing fancy, but well done. Velma was very nice, and they kept the coffee coming.

I had a cheeseburger and it was juicy and flavorful. Our waitress was charming, attentive, and knowledgeable. Even the chef came out to check on the food. We will be back!

Lovely place, food was delicious, service is amazing. We went for breakfast and did not take so much time to be served.

Love mom and pop restaurants. They really care about every detail.

Delicious food and exceptional service! Highly recommended!

Great little diner. Pepe enjoyed. Velma’s husband makes a killer omelette with all the sides. Super atmosphere with cozy close quarters seating. Everyone so friendly. Food tastes like my mom just cooked it.

Says open in window yet is not open

Oh no. What a disappointment! Clean but tattered atmosphere. Velma welcomed us quickly and politely. We ordered the soup of the day with a salad and the lunch special of Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and peas. Unfortunately the sulfur water made the iced tea taste awful. Snd then we waited. And waited. And waited. 45 minutes. For soup and meatloaf. The soup tasted good and the salad was decent. But the meatloaf looked like none I’ve ever seen. It was quite bland and the peas were obviously canned. I think the “mashed potato” was boiled, peeled and smashed on my plate. Really disappointing! This place is too far out of the way to try again.

Excellent food, service, and prices! The pancakes were perfect and the biscuits n gravy were the best. The owners, Velma and Shawn, were so friendly and you can tell they really care about their customers. What a gem here in St. Cloud!

We finally made it!! To find a place were the food brings good memories is a treasure. It's such a lovely place, so inviting. Food portions and taste were on point. My favorites were the scrambled eggs, coffee and my husband's country steak. I just cant belive we haven't been here before.

Excellent little place off the beaten path! We liked breakfast so much, we had to come back for lunch!

Food was beyond exceptional, everything cooked to perfection. Definitely will be visiting more!

Great food, sweet waitress. Clean Definitely recommend! Will be back.

Food was delicious, owners were very kind and attentive to customers. Will definitely come back next time we're in the area

Stopped in for breakfast after searching for a nearby diner. The service was pleasant and the food was quick and delicious. Grits, cornbeef hash, pancakes, eggs, and coffee were good. Will stop in again soon.

Very good food. Love this hidden gem. Owners are so very friendly.

Great homemade country breakfast. Quaint diner, very friendly staff Awesome food, reasonable priced!

Absolutely loved it there with a swèet Hometown place. Everything was perfect and tasty. If I lived in the area I'd go back all the time.

We like to visit places maybe a little off the beaten path and Velma's is just that. What a little hidden gem. Most folks seem to know each other there and you feel at home. A husband and wife run the place and we just love it here. Great food and service. This little gem is not right on 192 but what a treat this place is. You won't be disappointed.

After a meandering drive through beautiful farm country we arrived at Velma’s, a great country kitchen restaurant hole in the wall with AMAZING food. Worth the drive. The proprietors were welcoming even though it was just before closing and they cooked and served up some of the best breakfast food you can find. My corned beef hash was crispy and perfect; so was my pancake. They brought Land o’ Lakes butter with the meal: impressive, none of that margarine. My husband tried the ham and bean soup and raved about how good it was, “Just like Grandma Perkins’s.” It tasted good for your soul, that good. The cornbread that came with it was from scratch, not sweet. If you want an authentic American breakfast at a mom-and-pop place with hospitality and great food in a country atmosphere, this is it. Velma greeted regulars by name right up to closing time. They ran a good takeout business, too.

Velma’s is kind of off the beaten-path and seems to be patronized more by the locals. Velma’s is located in The Manor at 4312 Deer Park Road. On this visit I ordered a burger with crisp fries. The burger was not very appetizing, I “think” it may have been a pre-made, boxed burger you’d buy in the freezer section at your local grocery store. Breakfast was ok. Velama’s is ok, but I’m not sure I’d return again.

Best patty melt around . Freshest, tastiest fries I can find. Great place!! Very friendly