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Bob's Diner

3.6 (216 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 1:30 pm

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Becca D.

This is your quintessential old school diner. It's small, loud, greasy, and also has great food and fast service! Cheap too! And cash only but they do have an ATM on site! I can't believe it's taken me this long to finally go in, but I was running errands up on Ridge and figured that would be the perfect time to pop in there! Definitely small and cramped especially with people standing inside and blocking the door while waiting. I was solo so I just snagged a seat at the counter right away. All the great breakfast options you would expect from this kind of diner! I wasn't SUPER hungry so didn't want a big breakfast platter. Ended up getting the cream chipped beef OVER A GRILLED SOFT PHILLY PRETZEL!!! Uhhhh yes, on. a. pretzel! It was so freaking good! The contrast of the pretzel rather than the usual toast or hash browns/home fries was great. Definitely hit the spot! This isn't any kind of fancy food or restaurant, but just good down home cooking! Service was very fast! They still do the old school ticket receipts and I didn't have cash on me so hit the ATM (which is back by the bathrooms) and then paid up front! Great meal for only around $13 (I also got an OJ). Definitely plan on going back sooner and not waiting years to get there lol.

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Beni D.

Amazing greasy spoon diner. Good food for good prices. Cash only so be sure to bring some or they have an ATM in the back.

Sarita M.

I met the owner's brother randomly one day and he mentioned this place. Ever since then it was on my bucket list - my husband and I tried it out for a low key breakfast date and it did not disappoint. inside, this place is larger than it looks from the outside but has a cozy, old school feel, you look around and you can tell some of the people there are loyal regulars. It feels like a hug on a cold day in there. This no frills place has some good eggs, fluffy pancakes and super friendly staff always waiting to give you coffee refills (the coffee is just ok, for all you coffee snobs out there). this might also be the place to go for a greasy hangover cure. Sit in a booth or sit at the bar/kitchen and have a chat with staff. I bet you'll leave this local favorite in a good mood.

Jessie S.

I took my daughter to Bob's Diner. It's advertised as affordable five-star dining, so how could I pass that up? It's located on Ridge, next to a cemetery; which actually makes it kinda peaceful, not creepy. I adore a cute theme and the diner car is fun. It's cozy but not cramped, with plenty of space at the counter. The staff was friendly, though I have to mark down the service since the hostess ignored my daughter and I for two full minutes to pack mugs into a cardboard box while we waited to pay. The prices were reasonable for the portion size, but I wasn't impressed by the pancakes. The bacon was crispy and tasty, the eggs cooked well, and the coffee was average for a diner. Our meal came out to about $25, which was a little high for the quality. The joint is cash only, with an ATM in the back.

Jessica M.

Great food, great service in a little space but I will take that any day. We've passed by this place a lot and never stopped here until now and I'm sorry we didn't beforehand. This is a very quaint and tasty joint - do not pass it up. I do have to say you need cash to pay. Things are not very expensive unless you want I guess the steak and eggs. We got a pork roll and cheese and and a bacon egg and hash brown platter with wheat toast and coffee. Additionally we got a pancake - holy pancake - we thought it was going to be a little one - it is HUGE. We will definitely go here again - do not sleep on this joint. I grew up in Jersey and this just reminds me of a small diner. The service is on par for amazingness. The waitress just was so good.

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Old style diner from the past typical diner, food, great place to visit Spent a lot of time in high school at this diner

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Delicious, friendly staff, got to sit next to my cute gf on the same side of the booth. She thought it was weird at first but I liked it.

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Vernick Coffee Bar

Vernick Coffee Bar

4.2(94 reviews)
5.9 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square
•$$

Decided to drop by on my walk and for a corporate lobby cafe, it's pretty good. A bit on the pricy…read moreside and I imagine if you're staying at the Four Seasons which it's technically a part of, it's a bit awkwardly placed next to the Comcast front desk and turnstiles and away from the hotel but I'm not staying there this time so I don't know. Staff were nice and they were very quick to bring out my order. Coffee was pretty good, nothing mind blowing but I enjoyed it, and my cherry danish was pricy but incredible.

Food Quality and Taste: 4/5 -Tomato Coconut Soup: 3.5/5…read more-Grilled Romaine Caesar: 4/5 -Salmon: 4/5 -Chicken Milanese: 4/5 -Carrot Cake Pie: 5/5 The food was excellent! Quality ingredients, great presentation and quality plating. Standouts? The salmon, the chicken Milanese and the carrot cake pie. Get that carrot cake pie!! Service: 4/5 Service was great! I was seated quickly and I was checked on often. It was little rushed, maybe because I was close to closing, but not a major flag at all. My to-go was boxed by the staff and I was taken care of. Atmosphere: 5/5 It's so beautiful inside. Sorry I didn't capture in my video. It's beautiful decor and such a relaxing atmosphere. It's a place I'd like to just sit and work. Value: 4/5 Dishes can be quite expensive, but the food quality, service and atmosphere truly make it worth it. Opportunities for Learning: 4/5 There are a few dishes I had to google while I was there. This pushed my food knowledge a little. For example, "Sauce gribiche." Great opportunities to learn!

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Vernick Coffee Bar - Lobby

Lobby

Vernick Coffee Bar - Cherry danish and cappuccinos

Cherry danish and cappuccinos

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Carrot-cake-pie to go

Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum - Egg Benedict

Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum

4.2(2.2k reviews)
5.6 mi•Franklintown, Logan Square, Art Museum District, Fairmount, Spring Garden
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We started yesterday off with a delightful brunch at Sabrina's Cafe. We were thrilled to arrive and…read morebe seated quickly, even as a party of four. Our server Rachel was lovely and gave us a rundown of their specials and the menu's top hits. Our drink selections ranged from as boring as a Diet Coke to as fun as a seasonal lemonade. We were all content with our choices, though we puttered around making suggestions from their large drink menu. I typically go for a savory breakfast, but the stuffed brioche French toast was speaking to me. I can never turn down banana! The rest of our table ordered avocado toast (x2) and fried eggs with bacon. Everyone was really happy with their choices and an added bonus was that our food came out quickly. I insisted everyone at our table try a bite of my massive stuffed brioche French toast and the consensus was that it was ridiculously good. Though this spot is tiny, it is not to be missed.

A few friends and I were craving a hearty brunch on a Saturday morning and decided to check out…read moreSabrina's Cafe near the Art Museum after seeing all the positive reviews. Luckily, we found street parking right next to the restaurant, which was a nice surprise. When we arrived, the wait for a table of three was about 45 minutes. That's somewhat expected for a popular brunch spot on a weekend. Once seated, the service was prompt. Our waiter stopped by quickly with waters and took good care of us throughout the meal. I ordered the House Angus Burger with sweet potato fries. It was solid, flavorful, and definitely filling. My friend got the Bella Vista Omelet with home fries, and we both agreed that while the food was good, it felt like standard brunch fare rather than anything particularly memorable. Based on the long wait and the hype surrounding Sabrina's, I think we were expecting the food to really stand out. In my opinion, the dishes we tried were comparable to what you'd find at a quality chain brunch spot like First Watch. That's not necessarily a bad thing, the food was satisfying, but it didn't quite justify the lengthy wait. That said, the menu has plenty of more unique and creative options that we didn't try. I'd be open to coming back and ordering one of those specialty dishes next time. Overall, I left satisfied with the meal and service.

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Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum
Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum - Veggie Patch Omelette

Veggie Patch Omelette

Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum - Stuffed French Toast Latte

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Stuffed French Toast Latte

Parc - Veal Escalope and little neck clams

Parc

4.2(3.7k reviews)
6.2 mi•Rittenhouse Square
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This is my friends favorite restaurant in the city, so naturally we had to check it out. I…read moreabsolutely love the ambiance and decor. It really embodies the Parisian vibe and makes you feel like you are not in Philadelphia. Onto the food! The bread basket and butter are always things I look forward to. The cranberry nut bread is amazing and it's always a great way to start a meal here so I love that they bring this to you. My absolute favorite thing to order that I cannot go without is the Warm Shrimp Salad. The shrimp is cooked perfectly and paired with this amazing lemon dressing that is creamy but not too heavy. Adding the sun-dried tomatoes and the avocado is perfection. I usually make a combination bite of all of the ingredients and it is heaven to my taste buds. I highly recommend this entrée. We have gotten a lot of other things on the menu before, but some of the standouts include the French Onion Soup, the Tuna Carpaccio, the Escargot, the Tomato Tart, and honestly just a side of the fries. The fries here are delicious. The waiter recommended the Tuna Carpaccio and oh my gosh it was so good. It was salty and the tuna is so melt in your mouth and the bread went perfectly with it. The tomato tart just tasted like an elevated pizza so you can't really go wrong with it. My husband absolutely loves the Escargot and I think the sauce that it comes with is really good. Their take on a French Onion Soup is so good. The cheese layer is decadent and the soup is rich, salty and just delicious. Getting a side of the fries with the aïoli they bring you is also pure joy. We never have a bad time when we come here. Sometimes it is hard to get a weekend reservation, but there tends to be a lot of cancellations so just keep checking and you're sure to find something. The restaurant is so big yet always packed. It is really impressive because there's never a wait time for your food and you always get good service. This place is like a machine, it's so incredible.

On warm days, people watching at the outdoor tables is a great way to have a meal. The food is…read morepretty good and you're more than likely to find something for that picky eater. The bread basket is always good. The staff here is always excellent and when we've had parties of 8 or more they do a fantastic job. The only downside is that it can get pretty noisy on a busy night - I mean really noisy.

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Parc - Main dining area. Beautiful holiday decorations, unique warm lighting- great ambiance with good energy!

Main dining area. Beautiful holiday decorations, unique warm lighting- great ambiance with good energy!

Parc - Beef Bourguignon!

Beef Bourguignon!

Parc - Boulangerie on the left to pick up loaves of bread

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Boulangerie on the left to pick up loaves of bread

Bob's Diner - diners - Updated October 2026

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