Went and got a slinger which was excellent, but the service was piss poor. I asked the guy about the slinger challenge and he didn't even acknowledge that I had asked him a question. All in all I probably won't return to this location unless I am completely desperate for food. read more

Pretty cool late night spot whose employees get as rambunctious as the spirited customers at times.

This place is awesome! Old school sit a the counter grill. I order double cheeseburger grilled onions with hash browns. Better than fries. You will not be disappointed. read more

Best diner ever! I usually go with the corned beef hash because they cook breakfast like absolute pros.

Tastes like a full size Krystal burger, as a side note Krystal burgers are delicious and may contain small amounts of heroin(the only explanation for being able to eat 8-10 in 3 minutes) . I love this place its nice simple and convenient and the food is made right in front of your eyes as you talk over the weather or baseball with the friendly staff. Did I mention the prices are low? Forget this for only your late night drinking greasy spoon, its also great for lunch or a quick meal. read more

You want a timeless greasy spoon diner experience? This is it. Don't expect anything more or less. They've probably been serving the same menu for the past 50 years and that's what's to love about it. That and you never know what kind of random combination of people are going to be eating here, but you know they probably wouldn't be seen together in any other setting than this. So basically, Diner Grill brings people together, over greasy burgers and fries. Which is kind of like America, with people from all sorts of ethnic backgrounds, social statuses, and cultural niches living side by side and getting fat together. P.S. They take credit card now, which they didn't before. The first technological advance the Grill has seen since the advent of the cordless phone. read more

This place is the quintessential urban diner. Fast, greasy, delicious food prepared right on front of you. Cheap prices. Open all night. And the best part? The slinger- a St. Louis classic that combines hamburgers with eggs and chili and hash browns in a spectacular and all-American way. Perfect. read more

Used to go there every Friday and Saturday night/morning around 2am. Rich and Ray were the best and the food was greasy and delicious!

Best food ever when your drunk but I wouldnt go there sober Fernando is the man I remember a night me and some friends were trashed and we came to read more

Seriously amazing...the cook's (Kenny and Fernando) are fast at taking orders, cooking and are very funny! I've gotta order a "Slinger" every time I'm in! The best after party spot in Lakeview! =) There's also a juke box if you'd like to keep the party going! Definitely go in and check it out! read more

the greaseburgers here are so good you would invite Sarah palin just so you can see her eat like a pig read more

Great diner! They keep the steak sauce behind the counter. Don't forget ask for it with your hash browns. Garbage omelette rocks for breakfast. Corned beef hash or slinger for late nite. Don't ask, just eat! read more

For late-night eats this is the spot. Stop In and ask for the slinger. It's been feeding Chicago since 1936.. It's not fancy in fact anything but however u need to go at least once. It's like living history. read more

Dinner grill is Chicago's biggest secret! It's a small place but looks can be deceiving. If you're coming on the weekend make sure to get a slinger. Their burgers are amazing and the place is family owned and you're treated like family when you walk in. read more

This is the place to go if its late and your drunk and hungry, I had a denver omlette and my friend had the cheeseburger, All in All pretty good but nothing special. They could make a tv sit-com of this place, Last time I went 2 cops on my left and a crazy homeless guy on my right, and another guy singing along to the jukebox, very entertaining. read more

Went here based on the Yelp reviews, and thought the food was great. Seems to have a 15 person seating capacity, and only at the counter, which is the only reason to give it four stars...hard to bring all of your friends. Who am I kidding, I have no friends, as long as my girlfriend and I can sit down, who cares. Regardless, feels like a diner you see in movies where really tense things happen between characters. That probably doesn't help much. read more

A Chicago institution. Doesn't look like much from the outside, but a great place for eggs and hash browns anytime.

Super cheap and tasty. Classic greasy spoon. Was cooked right in front of me fresh. 2 eggs over easy, with hash browns, 4 slices of bacon, toast and coffee was $8. read more

I imagine Diner Grill is more compelling if you've been drinking. I've only visited in the early evening, when it is quietly devoid of sloppy drunks and peopled instead by an after-work blue collar crowd. At any rate, for a fair price you get a no-frill flattop grill experience that is "good enough" but also nothing to rave about. read more

So much Yes. Try anything on the menu and you'll be satisfied. Go for the slinger if you're hungry! The staff is exactly what you want out of a divey little diner; friendly, experienced, and not shy to pick on you. I go at least once a week. Do it! read more

Good classic diner and great late night food. A little bit overpriced. Just make sure you don't get shortchanged.

It tastes about the same as it looks like on the outside. A fun experience with good greasy food. It is what it is. Don't go here if you're worried about the ingredients. Go here if you're hungry and want to eat a burger on a counter. read more

I can always count on this neighborhood diner for a great end to a drunken evening! The guys who run the place are entertaining, and the crowd is usually friendly. Try a grilled cheese....great greasy goodness that will surely cure your hangover! For added fun, ask the guys about the famed "penis pancake" and enjoy some laughs as they will surely create one for you to top off your meal. The best! read more

I love a greasy spoon and this place doesn't disappoint. Breakfast, dinner, late night ... it's all good! Plus, friendly service and really affordable prices. read more

Heard lots about the place, but it took being really sauced to get me to try it last night. The food hit the spot and I'm pretty sure that I'll only go back when I'm drunk. Especially since I would hate being around the late night drunks if I were sober. read more

Sitting in my office looking at my framed certificate with the Chef's (Marty) greasy fingerprints embossed where the date and time are located (21 MAR 99, 0445). After a night of revelry we entered this awesome place and upon recommendations ordered the SLINGER. I almost didn't finish it but when Marty came over and mentioned just a few more bites would get me a certificate of completion, I was all in. Here it is 14 years later and I live in Virginia now (no Diner/Grill) but next visit to Chicago will find me in the friendly confines.... read more

Can we please look at the fact that Diner Grill has signs hanging up toting that the slinger will, without a doubt, give you terrible diarrhea. About a month ago I found myself in the diner at roughly 4am, prime slinger ordering hour, and shit was going off! (Note: Yes, I realize this place always gets rowdy in the wee hours of the morning, but there was something special in the air.) Some piece of trash older gentleman ordered a slinger, a stack of pancakes, french toast, a side of bacon, a cheeseburger, and coffee. He refused to sit at the counter, instead choosing to stand in the back corner, scowling at anyone who came near him or his food. I hope he's dead now. Meanwhile, some young hooligans out on the town had wandered in for some slingers of their own. A guy in his early 20s requested that his slinger be made up of the table scraps of three half eaten slingers left on the counter. His wish was granted and the chef scraped the remains on one plate, threw a few dollops of butter on top and off he went. His meal ended up being on the house; talk about good service! Health code be damned, they'll give you what you want. When I left with my friend we both threw up in the snow on the side of the building. It was without a doubt one of the finest dining experiences I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. read more

As a former loyal customer, returned this week for the first time since it reopened....and maybe for the last time. Came in around 8PM or so, with great anticipation. Found one person waiting for a large carry out order.....so my friend and I patiently waited until one of the 2 employees even decided to greet us, let alone bother to take our order. The place is nice, with I think an added charcoal grill that we never saw used. The thing that has changed is the pricing....a single cheeseburger was 2.55 and now is 4.00...only difference is a larger bun...pathetic price for that size burger....so one would assume all the prices have been super sized. Finally, received our order a full 15 minutes after placed....horrible, BUT finally figured out why....Grub Hub...it's all about Grub Hub, and not customers within the building. While we were there, at least 6 other people just walked out because they were tired waiting to place an order. The bottom line on our visit...2 cheeseburgers, 1 order of whatever they call their fries now, 1 maybe 6 ounce Pepsi in a pathetic plastic cup, and 1 water...cost, just a hair under 15 dollars with tax, but not including tip, which we gave zero, nada, zip....maybe the owner should consider just serving Grub Hub, and close for walk in customers. Long for the days when Mike was running the place by HIMSELF....and everybody was happy. read more

Well it was a cold night about 11.59. I was sitting in a corner in my bedroom with tears in my eyes and a glass of juicy juice grape flavor YUMMMM . I Had a really bad case of gas not sure if it was from the burrito I had or maybe the meatloaf that was a week old. I though to myself hmmm what can I do i need FOOD in my belly. I got my winnie the poo sneakers on and my mr rogers glothes and my underoos on. I love my velcro shoes i even criss cross them if i want to be naughty. So i got out the door. I found this place with bright lights THE Diner it was calling my name. I went in there and met a guy BOSDAR. What a man when i came in he was snorting and chopping ham up and kept yelling more and was laughing like a mad man. I said Sir can i please have a egg and some juice grape if you have it. He gave me the stink eye and said TRY THE HAMM BOY!!!!!!!. I did what the man said. The ham was thick and even could taste the juice squirting out. The egg was big and yellow. I paid my tab and walked in the cold air through dark alleys and people yelling from the bars. Im still scared ohhh what did i Just eat. read more

Ok, so I wouldn't consider myself a snob, but I would consider myself a germaphobe. And the fact that they were walking around, handling money and such, and then not using gloves when handling the food freaked me out. I mean, I guess other restaurants probably do that too, it's just that they don't make the food right in front of you, so you don't know about it. Still - I would rather just not know about it than see it being done right in front of me. Also - not a very veg friendly place. read more

after ten cat we went on a noble quest to conquer the slinger. he finished first even though i hit the half way point way before him...about 75% though i was going to give up...but i even had a vegan cheering me on so i couldn't stop. i ate my slinger. i got a certificate. i vomited by a tree and road my bike home. the diner grill is not for the feint of heart...i salute you cook ken! read more

I only eat here after quite a long night of drinking but I have never been disappointed. People literally throw down for seats at the little counter. I have waited half an hour for such a coveted seat. It is quite amazing to watch a bunch of drunk people being diplomatic about who gets what seat. The two men behind the counter know whats up and can handle the entire counter all by themselves, my hat goes off to you. I always order a slinger because at that point in the night, I don't care about calories or grams of fat. What is a slinger? Two hamburger patties on top of hash browns, two slices of American cheese, two runny eggs, all covered in chili. You also get toast even though I have never been able to finish everything. My boyfriend loves the corned beef hash and everything is pretty reasonably priced. If you enjoy drinking in the city, this place should be on your list of grub spots. read more

This was a hidden gem. we arrived in Chicago on a late night and were pretty hungry from the drive. on the way to where we were staying we drove past this place and were intrigued. we got settled in and drove back. Best decision ever! not only is the service just Excellent (Ken might be one of the nicest guys) but the food was just want you want and crave at 2:30am! it gives you that old school theme like you are in a scene from back to the future. it was so good and pleasant that a few months later we put it on the list to have to come back and we did and it was just as terrific read more

Damn........just went by here and the place burned down:( Been going here for over 30 years, love there blt. Guess they will be opening soon.....can't wait. Never realize how much you miss a place until its gone. read more

I went to check this place out aftyer reading a review that suggested you go inj the off hours. It's a real neighborhood joint. There was me a cop and a few guys that looked like they spend the whole day there. A TV was playing the daytime court shows, there were newspapers scattered on the coumter for anyone to read. The cook mentioned to the cop, yeah "it's quiet now but we got the Cubs tonight". I got a nice portion of eggs and home fries for 3 bucks, coffee w/ refill for $1.50 and toast. While there a guy calls up and asks the cook is it the kind of place you could take a date, the guy said "It's a grill, you can get a burger for a dollar ninety". The guy asks him, "can you reccomend a place to take a date?" The cook said, "buddy I haven't been on a date in 40 years". I know this because after hanging up the phone he told the story for all to hear. For less than 5 bucks I had a great late afternoon breakfast, a show and a friendly atmosphere. read more

When someone whines on Yelp "The patrons were belligerent and told us to go write a Yelp review," I know I've found the right place. Any diner that shows a picture of a guy holding his stomach and sitting on the toilet *in the ad for The Slinger* is serving up just what you want after a drunken bike ride in the middle of the night. This is a rare true diner in that it is built out of rail cars. You want ass-kissing service and a lemon-rind dribbled hand-fed duck breast wheatgrass quinoa fiddlehead amuse-bouche in a port wine reduction? Your kind isn't welcome here. read more

i did it! i..finally...con....quered.....the.......sling.........zzzzzzzzzzzzzz...........

what a great way to end a night of devilish debauchery! yes it gets crowded but since its open 24hrs a day, have no fear you will get your chance to eat. the menu is filled with simple classics, made fresh to order on the flat top grill right before your salivating self. im partial to the double cheeseburger (its like mcdonalds but without the corporate bullshit). others cant live without the slinger,, or as a friend calls it "the chicken burrito". and sometimes i cant resist the gooey grilled cheese with bacon. but whatever you do order the milkshake -- its a classic, with real icecream and milk blended into a tasty treat. read more

This place is delicious. Now, I'm not sure what it tastes like sober (I'm sure it's not that great). I saw someone eat a slinger there once and quite frankly I'm really not the same. I stick with your typical eggs, hasbrowns, bacon, any other greasy goodness that will make me puke two hours later. read more

I just moved to the neighborhood and this was the first place I insisted on going to. Fantastic. Just wonderful. Me and my bf both got the gyros. So. Much. Meat. The fries are super crispy. We are already planning our next visit. This place is your basic, old school diner. No thrills, just great diner basics. Well done Diner Grill. read more