Best Diners Restaurants in the US

Yelpers say:

This place is amazing!! The food was top tier, I got one korean bbq taco & one smoked brisket taco. they were amazing!! my dad got the mushroom swiss burger & he said it was one of the best burgers he's ever had. The customer service was amazing!!! extremely friendly staff & very accommodating. We got a carrot cake tiramisu and it was delicious. The whole vibe in the restaurant is just hands down amazing and beautiful. The Meat Wagon is a top notch restaurant! Definitely pay a visit.

- Ashley L.

Yelpers say:

I been here twice back to back each time on Wednesday and let me tell you I was pleasantly surprised. First off I could not even tell there was a restaurant here. There is a lot to choose from on the menu. They serve this crackers with their home made jam which are super delicious. The prices are reasonable. The customer service is excellent, the tables are clean and the host outside the restaurant is friendly. I recommend making a reservation or arriving early to get your name in the list so you can be seated. I sometimes don't know what to get and the staff always have good recommendations. Parking is a hit or miss right in the front of this business, but here is more parking to the left and right side of this building. Very family friendly environment.

- Jesus T.

Yelpers say:

I have never been met with such aloha and kindness at a restaurant. These servers know how to take care of their customers. The food is just as amazing. Highly recommend this place!

- Gracie B.

Yelpers say:

I like to visit places a few times to make sure there's consistency. That's what I've found at the Starwood Cafe. The food has always been fresh and delicious, whether breakfast or lunch, and the staff are always friendly and professional. There's lite pop music playing in the background, which you may not hear well if it's crowded. It's a great place for brunch on the weekends and with the wait when busy. I had the mushroom Swiss burger and fries. The burger was cooked perfectly and the fries were crispy. The coffee is also always spot on delicious.

- John A.

Yelpers say:

The perfect mom and pop stop if you're looking for good local eats! My kids and I love the gyros, salad, soup, souvlaki trio platter and esp the dolmades!! Very friendly family owned place. I wish them much success and busy foot traffic!!

- Catherine K.

Yelpers say:

Phoebe's Diner in Austin, TX is incredible! From the moment you step in, you're greeted by a warm and stylish atmosphere that perfectly blends retro charm with modern comfort. The attention to detail in the design--from the vintage decor to the cozy seating arrangements--creates a welcoming and delightful dining environment. The star of our visit was undoubtedly the Bananas Foster French Toast. This dish is a true masterpiece! The French toast was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with a decadent caramelized banana topping that was both rich and flavorful. It's a heavenly combination that satisfies every sweet tooth craving and leaves you wanting more. Beyond the incredible food, the service at Phoebe's Diner is outstanding. The staff is friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about the food they serve. They go out of their way to make sure you have a fantastic dining experience. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Phoebe's Diner is a must-visit spot in Austin. The Bananas Foster French Toast alone is worth the trip, and the inviting, thoughtfully designed space makes it a place you'll want to return to again and again. I will be back for sure.

- James B.

Yelpers say:

They weren't busy at all, and we're here during happy hours. What an amazing atmosphere! The booths are in giant Bourbon barrel's, and then one wall is a, it looks like a wall of bourbon. Very Kentucky I'm guessing. They have very fun serving vessels and glasses. It's like they have old Timey bourbon bottles without labels to serve things like water, and the beverage cups, not the water cups, or shaped almost like 90% of a soda can, except made out of glass. It's a fun effect. It's not a huge place, it's like a neighborhood secret almost. It could almost be your grandma's restaurant. But only if your grandma was a really good cook and loved bourbon. They seated us immediately, they are kid friendly. We got some of their root beer on tap, and it is phenomenal. I could win friends and influence people with the root beer alone. They strongly recommend Boudin balls and catfish nuggets. I also ordered some charcuterie and some potato wedges with jalapeño dukes mayo. They brought out boiled peanuts as a "lagniappe". I don't know what that is, but the boiled peanuts were pretty good. I've never had them before. They were warm and spicy. They were soft but had a little bit of an al dente, a little bit of a bite. They don't taste like normal peanuts, they tasted and felt a bit more like a cooked water chestnut. Very savory. It was almost like it wasn't peanuts, but I can clearly see it is. It was amazing. The Boudin balls come with this white sauce that is like a delicious horseradish mayo. I've never had anything like it, but they do it very well. They have it garnished with diced scallions and house pickles. Their food is truly amazing. The catfish was warm, well seasoned, exactly right cooked. The charcuterie could've used more bread, and that's nearly the opposite complaint when would ever expect. It had so much of the stuff that you put on top that you could meet her on any one of them and do well. How sweet apple butter. Pecans, housemaid spicy mustard, delicious. The service is exceptional. They are courteous, attentive, and Quick. They know their menu very well. This place alone makes me wish I lived in Kentucky. This is a very nice little place. For dessert we ordered their cheesecake, which is housemaid as well. We also ordered A different dessert, Cala, is a west African desert dish. The cheesecake was very well done. It had a good balance between the flavor of the cheesecake and the fruit, not an overwhelming amount on either of those. The cheesecake itself was very rich. It's one of the better cheesecakes I've ever eaten. I have never tasted anything like tthat Cala. It's sweet potato, I can't recognize the spices but they are delicious. Normally I can recognize all the spices. I taste a little bit like pumpkin, like somebody wave a container of pumpkin spice over it. It has a very light custard cream sauce. My youngest says "it's supa gweat". Next one up says "I give the cheesecake 20 stars", and that's out of five so it's pretty darn good. My second oldest says "the food is some of the best food I've ever tasted, and just because of that food I want to move to Kentucky now". My oldest says " The cheesecake is amazing", emphasis on is.

- Michael M.

Yelpers say:

10/10 Arrived around 930am on a Friday and was able to be seated immediately with a party of 2. Food was tasty, hearty, and portions were generous. Ambiance was cute I loved the logo and uniforms, felt like I stepped into a vintage diner. Would absolutely come back Biscuits & gravy: 5/5 Green chile burrito: 5/5

- Persephanie A.

Yelpers say:

Came here 15 minutes before closing and was worried we came when the kitchen closed. Bob happily welcomed my boyfriend & I, he gave us a quick run through of the menu and highly recommended his famous burger! We decided to order the famous burger and the wagyu burger, Bob was so kind to cut&split the burger for us so my boyfriend and I can share! We ordered the pb pie and the chocolate pie ! My favorite is the chocolate pie, the crust is so perfectly made I would eat it by itself if it was on the menu! Before we left, Bob had a little book next to the entrance for customers to sign. I love the ambiance &welcoming environment of this place. There is also a cute little store next door! Would come back again.

- Maryrose M.

Yelpers say:

The food was delicious. I had the green eggs and ham. Made green with pesto, spinach, and avocade. So good. The service was good. Nice hostess and waitress. We were able to get in and out pretty quickly. It's looks like a shack. It's clean inside and has got personality. I love the sayings all over the walls. Recommend.

- Janice T.