Heavy but delicious, amazing breakfast options (lunch as well). Lots of sweet and savory options with additions/sides to your liking. They have an outstanding "$9 before 9am" menu deal for a lot of items- recommended if you wanna put that $3 towards the tip for the lovely waitresses/people who work there. Quiet, friendly, and smells amazing. read more

Corner Lunch - 9. French Toast Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Place was terrible, food was terrible, waiters were terrible, ambiance was terrible, Place used to be a gem in worcester, $1.75 for one piece of Terrible homemade bread , service was terrible coffee was cold ,Place was cold food was greasy and sat like a rock in my stomach.Would not recommended this place no matter how hungry you are. One word terrible! read more

We've been here a few times, food has always been great and the staff has always been friendly. Love the classic diner feel of this place. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a breakfast spot in Worcester. read more

Classic, once again Worcester showing how to do the simple things right. Let's start where many others already have, with the pancakes and French toast. Many many thumbs up! The eggs, on point. The OJ: delightful. The coffee, well let's just say that Jack Reacher would be proud. These good folks know how to do a fried egg over medium. It's got the archetypal diner architecture. It's got hung-over students from Holy Cross, WP, and Clark University all working their early Sunday hangover mojo. And, it's got sass: I was about a quart low to my son's dismay, "Dad how could you have lived in Boston all those years and not be ready for a little backtalk?" Jeez how right he is! Be assured that I will be ready next time, and that the next time will be soon. read more

Corner Lunch - I love me a tight griddle set-up! Want want want this in my house!!! Corner Lunch!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

This diner is exactly as I expected it to be. The seats were glittery gold and some were embellished with gold duct tape to hold together their seams. There's no shame in that, it gives it charm. Walking in, one shouldn't expect some over gusto greeting, it's a diner, seat yourself anywhere or at the counter and get someone's attention to order when you're ready. Food selections aren't over complicated, tho if you're a vegan or vegetarian I think you'd be hard pressed for breakfast because everything is cooked on the same cooking space. I ordered the #2 two eggs, sausage/ bacon and toast, with a side of spicy hashbrowns. The eggs were exceptionally delicious as I could taste the hint of meats on them. Sausage and bacon cooked just how I ordered and wanted. Plus the hot chocolate had enough whipped cream to satisfy anyone that loves the stuff. Food came out in a very fast manner as I sat at the counter and watched him cook it myself. read more

Corner Lunch - Hot chocolate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Food is the best dinner food I've tasted. Service is amazing. As soon as you walk in the greet you and ask what you want. No wait. It has an old charm. Makes you feel like you're in the 50's. read more

I've read good reviews on this old school diner and the family enjoys the finer experience and usually a good meal. Not out experience here and am moderately surprised but the great reviews and "cheap" food. Our bill for a family of 4 came to just under $70!!! I could have gone to the steakhouse for four of us! Three of us having 1 pancake and home fries with a meat side, like bacon. NOT steak. What in the world??? And one persons pancake was wrong and wasn't finally remade till everyone else was finished! And only because we asked a second time when it would be coming. Ugh! I do have to say that we adore diner food and know that sometimes it can be greasy. Between the pancake & home fries my daughter & I had to stop eating with how much grease there was. The cream for my tea was old and had curdled floaties once it was poured into my tea. And I'm particular about tea brands, I was told it was one brand, and yet the tag of what I actually received was a brand I don't like. Ugh. Let's not even talk about parking. And it wasn't that busy of a day we were there. We could have parked a bit down the street and walked on a beautiful day, however seeing bars on the house made me nervous of leaving my car there. I didn't walk. The waitress was funny read more

We love Jo, her Dad, all the staff and the food is great as well! This is a great establishment where everyone is treated like family. If you are discourteous be prepared to get it back...as it should be! We are dedicated to Corner Lunch! Thank you for filling our bellies with tasty breakfast! Dexter loves you for all the attention he gets! read more

Corner Lunch - Dexter loves Corner Lunch! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

When I have students come to Worcester, and they have never been here before, one of the highlights in the 5 days they are here is to bring them to "Corner Lunch". I teach automotive technicians how to fix electric cars, so they come from all over the world. Worcester is famous for diners, even though this one was made in New Jersey, the food is good and the parking on the street is usually available. I couldn't recommend it more highly. read more

Excellent food quality. Excellent service, very pleasant. This is a better quality breakfast than you would get anywhere else in the area. They bake their own bread. With local flour. What diner has time for that? This place is impressive. read more

Walked in Sunday at 11:50a. No welcome. Someone said, sit anywhere. We didn't need drinks as we had, had our coffee at home. Wanted a quick bite, before our planned hike! Placed order. 30 min of restless wait, we asked when is our Omelette coming. Daughter yells at Dad, Dad, how long for Table 5. He says soon. We said, please cancel our order and walked out. Their response, Dad yelled "I cancelled it". Will never ever step into this unfriendly freaking place!! Wasted 40 min of our precious time!! Also, Father and Daughter were busting their ass(unhappily) and all else stood doing minimal to nothing!! read more

This was one of the most unpleasant dining experiences I have had. Everything was grimy and there was mold on the sriracha bottle. It honestly looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years. The worst part was the wait. It took over an hour to get some breakfast sandwiches and eggs. I love diners but this one was not one I'll be returning to. read more

Did our first Sunday morning visit here. It was a great little breakfast diner. Our waitress was super sweet and really accommodating. My coffee was never empty and we never felt rushed even though I realized after the fact that they had a close time of 1pm and we left slightly after that. The food was great! I got hash with eggs and toast and a side order of a pancake. The pancake was super fluffy and delicious! The hash and eggs were also great. My boyfriend was happy the rye they served was real rye bread. He ordered the steak and eggs and was impressed with the piece of steak his order arrived with. I love the old school decor and the old timely diner feel. The booths are old school and comfy. Prices were on par, food was fantastic and service was great. This place is a definite good visit to make. read more

I've only ordered to go from this establishment but I will definitely visit sometime. They are consistent with their quality of food and are always very friendly. read more

Driving around on a Sunday morning looking for a breakfast place. Every other place we passed was packed with a line waiting to get in. Came across Corner Lunch and decided to give it a try. It is a typical looking diner...l) a little outdated (and I wouldn't have it any other way). Specials board was just inside the door, filled with some great options. The also had a pretty well rounded regular menu. Our server was awesone...very pleasant with just a little "diner waitress" attitude. They were busy but never had a line out the door...not sure why, maybe the location which is a little off of the beaten path. All of the food we ordered was amazing. Between the three of us we had eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, ham steak, french toast and waffles. Everything was spot on. We will definitely be back! read more

Corner Lunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Great staff & great food. Fast service and calm clean environment. Work 10/10 recommend.

Definitely the best breakfast place in worcester hands down Definitely !!! go try it out NOW. The omelette was HUGE, CHEESY, & Straight Up AMAZING so was the Home fries Deluxe. read more

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Incredibly disappointed. Super overpriced. Ordered a small portioned breakfast an omelet and 2 coffees for my friend 27.00 tip not included. Service mediocre at best. I will never go there again! read more

Waited a full hour before being told its going to be another 30 min because the place was prioritizing grub hub orders while making everyone inside wait. Food could have been good, but judging on the places appearance seems unlikely. read more

I kinda hate diners so finding one that I don't hate is a pretty big deal. This is probably really a 3.5 but I didn't have any negatives outright. The food was decent, good service, friendly locals, reasonably priced. Our portions weren't huge but that's probably a good thing because I don't feel like shit afterwards of binge eating. We'll probably try other spots before returning but this won't be knocked off of our list. Definitely give it a shot if you are looking for a classic spot. read more

Corner Lunch - Belgian platter and Irish Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

I had some time before an appointment recently and decided to pay this place a visit. It was lunch time so I looked at their offerings and decided on a pastrami on wheat with chips and a pickle.While waiting I had a friendly chat with the crew and a man at the counter.Looking around it seemed like nothing much had changed over the years and that was okay.The diner was clean and functional,A little bit of duct tape never hurt anybody.My sandwich came pronto and was pilled high with pastrami.Delicious. Located literally a stones throw from the popular "Miss Worcester Diner",I'm glad that I stopped in.I'll be sure and return and go for one of the breakfast specials next time... read more

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I grew up eating here and absolutely loved it. Today, and lately frankly, I am spending over an hour waiting for my food and watching other people getting in after me and being served first. I am writing this at 12:30 and arrived before 11. A diner is supposed to be a quick breakfast. I won't be back, taking my business elsewhere. It'll be 1 pm before I get out of there. read more

Extra star for customer service. The people here are SO friendly! Pretty rare for the neighborhood its in ...ahem questionable? This place is absolutely unchanged since probably 1960. When I say unchanged, I mean you may pass the place by thinking that they are condemned or closed. Its such an OLD diner that hasn't so much as replaced the vinyl on their seats ....ever. In fact a few seats at the diner are fashionably duct-taped in that neuveau- dirty Worcester fashion thats so hot right now. If you can get over the looks of the place; the post cards from Florida, old baseball flyers/cards and make shift signs made with 1994 version of Print shop deluxe, you will enjoy a good breakfast or lunch here. Despite the old mustiness of the place, its actually pretty clean! I actually can't believe being a Worcesterite my whole life, (sad I know) I have never even been here! Its slapped between the middle of Southbridge Street and Kelly Sq. Wicked shady at night, but at 10 am on a Sunday, after a long night of drinking no problem. You can walk in here literally in pajamas.. and flip flops. Its just one of those places. I was impressed with the french toast. Nothing special, no texas toast, but just prepared perfectly, not too much egginess and a healthy dose of butter/cinnamon. Mmmmmmmmmm. So comforting with a side of bacon and a cup or... two or...5 of their crazy good coffee. Warning: if you like your coffee strong, this may not be the place for you. Its just a delicious cup o Joe. I can totally see this place full of college students the day after St. Pattys, still in their flannel bottoms. or the Lady gaga outfit from the night before. Next time I think I'm going to turkey clubbit up! read more

The food and service were adequate. A little pricey for a diner, but a 40 minute wait from ordering to receiving my meal is crazy. It was moderately busy, but to-go orders seemed to take precedence over those dining in. I was by myself and ordered off the menu, only specifying that I'd like my home fries crispy. They were not. Not even a little. The cook stated that was as crispy as he could get them. I'd been meaning to try this local landmark for a while, but was unfortunately disappointed. read more

Sorry guys- we ordered from here for work. The salads had rotten eggs and wilted lettuce. The steak and egg sandwich made me nauseous. The turkey sandwich had a good review. But we threw out all the remaining food because we worried it would make us sick. read more

Stopped in here this morning for the first time in about three or four years. The place was empty when I got there so I would have been disappointed if I hadn't been greeted when I first walked in. Staff was very friendly and it did fill in as I enjoyed my breakfast. Had an Eastern Omelet with home fries and wheat toast. My food came quickly and looked great. Even better it tasted great. Definitely a place I'd return to. read more

Good but $$. 18 for omelette with a side of bacon what. Staff was very nice tho for sure

Great classic diner around the corner from the Miss Worcester. If you expect to eat lunch here you better be prompt because it closes at 2. Great retro feel that is authentic. Great Pats fan place. And great food! Simple, inelegant, inexpensive, yummy diner food. You can't beat it. Parking is easy with a lot and plenty of on street parking, but be careful of the one way street on one side. Staff was charming and engaging and funny. You'll feel at home here. read more

I chose 2 eggs with ham steak and home fries with wheat toast. oh and a banana nut muffin grilled! we were greeted as soon as we walked in. the server came right over to say hello and get our drink order. I didn't get her name but she was amazing. she was really genuinely kind. the atmosphere was chill and welcoming. it was 9;30 on a Saturday not crowded at all. we got our food in 10 minutes. and the server came over and refilled my water which is so important to me because i always run out. she gave me a box for half the muffin i didn't finish, before i even asked it was like she read my mind. she cleared our plates at the right time. it was an overall great experience. i cant wait to go back again. oh my food was perfect. and my eggs were just right! Oh, its only 4 stars because i am obsessed with home fries, and i like a thick cut. for some reason theirs is really small and i found that odd, but they tasted good. read more

I love this place. We have been coming for a few years and we always suggest it to to our town guests. I love getting the meat lovers breakfast plate. But today I tried the spicy sausage plate and it was great so filling. I love the wait staff too, really funny=) read more

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Just had a great, quick breakfast with husband and two kids (3&5). Simple breakfast - nothing fancy - but well cooked, tasted great & friendly atmosphere. Will definitely be back again. read more

My partner and I went here for breakfast this morning, and it was exactly the greasy spoon diner experience I had in mind. The seats were gold and glittery and patched up with tape and there seem to be a family atmosphere amongst the staff. I ordered two eggs over-medium, toast and home fries, and my partner had the pumpkin pancakes & a side of scrambled eggs (totaling about $20). We were happy with everything we ate, and I was pleasantly surprised that they had jalapeño ketchup which was an awesome touch to my home fries. Service was friendly but despite being full, it didn't seem busy enough for such a long wait for our food. We would definitely come back though! read more

Great parking, not usually a wait, friendly staff and good food - usually i go with friends and a few times with the folks, hard to say no to a classic Worcester staple read more

This was my first visit her, and I'll be darned it was great! I ordered the steak and eggs and it came just the way I ordered it and was more than I had expected. I would recommend the corner lunch to anyone looking for great breakfast or lunch that is looking for the true Worcester diner experience. read more

It isn't a diner if your waitress doesn't sass you. And let me tell you, it is definitely a diner. The waitress was wonderful! She was very friendly and treated us more like friends than customers. Food is reasonably priced for large portions. The bacon is super flavorful, not just greasy. The coffee is smooth, fresh, and not burnt. What's not to love? read more

This place is awful. Their prices have risen and their quality has gotten worse with time. Their food used to be good. I went there to give them one more try this morning. I ordered two bacon egg and cheese sandwiches and a burger and fries. I asked for the burger to be well done as it was for my 7 year old son and I also asked to have a scrambled egg on one of the sandwiches. They said no problem. I took my food to go and when I got home I discovers a burger still basically bleeding and fried eggs on both sandwiches. I didn't think it was too much to ask but hey what do I know. I hope they sell their land to the city and something worthwhile gets put up when the stadium is finished. read more

So far, the menu looks great, the interior is worn, but otherwise what a diner should be, the coffee is weak, the service is good, and it's not crowded nor empty. I got the #8 Sampler with scrambled eggs, sausage, wheat toast, and pumpkin pancakes. Everything's good, aside from weak coffee and no real maple syrup read more

Classic Worcester diner. Big portions of breakfast foods, big cups of coffee, reasonable prices, and fast service. This particular diner is in a real diner car and has a great sign. They offer spicy hash browns in addition to the regular kind. I strongly suggest you get them. read more

Excellent breakfast/lunch spot. I got the hash and eggs and it was cooked perfectly. Not homemade but very good. My girlfriend got the special with also was prepared very well. Atmosphere is classic American dinner. Would not suggest this place if you are in a hurry. Seemed to take forever to get our food, while the place was not super busy. The long wait for the food is the reason I gave this spot three stars, and is not a reflection on the quality of the food. read more

Good sized diner with a great atmosphere. I was greeted as soon as I came in and everyone treated me exceptionally. I had a chicken tender and fries platter and the server brought me some honey mustard that she makes herself..... THEBOMB.COM!!! Next time I am in the area, I will definitely come back for lunch. read more