I love this diner :) never a wait, awesome food, delicious free pasta salad appetizer when you first sit down and great wait staff! Can't go wrong! read more

been coming here since they opened. Seems like it's going down hill. Use to see the owner here all the time but the last 1/2 dozen times he's been mia. Ordered the prime rib this evening - medium temp- it came out well done. Tasted nasty and looked like shoe leather - nasty and not edible. You would think the waitress would have noticed. I should have said something but just really wanted to leave. Menu listed it as 20.95 and was charged 21.95. Waste of money and left starving read more

A good 24-hour diner that's got a ton of options. The food wasn't half way bad either! Having just moved into the area, I'm sure this review will evolve with time, but after my first meal (which was at midnight), I'm sitting at 3-stars. The Spaghetti side order is absolutely huge, with home-made marinara. Honestly, one of the best dishes in the place. The chili is also good, very hearty and perfect on a cold night. On top of a hot-dog it'd be great, and it just so happens they have duel chili-cheese dogs on the menu! There are a ton of desert options, some amazing looking cakes and pies in the counter cooler! I can't wait to try more of them! Price wise, it could be worse, but could be better. When we went at midnight, they were playing club music and hip-hop, which wasn't very welcoming. I'm assuming that's only for the late night crowd, so I can't be too upset about it! read more

Usually a great place to go. Very slow service today. Never offered a refill on my coffee. Eggs were not fully cooked and had a hair. Since portions were eaten they took $2.00 off a $8.00 meal instead of comping. Miss the big friendly guy at the register. Lady in that role today wasn't pleasant. read more

My husband and I love Elmer's!! The food is always delicious and fresh. The staff are very friendly and very fast! Elmer is a lovely man with a terrific business. Whenever we try a new dish, we are always pleased. Their burgers are the best and the soups are absolutely delicious. read more

Consistent and reliable place to visit. Staff is always great.

You never expect much from a typical diner, and that is what we usually get. The Elmer's diner was a surprise. We ate here three times last week and each time we were very happy. Service is friendly, efficient and accurate. The menu is extensive and the food very diverse. The breakfast is awesome with very huge portions for a affordable price. Will keep going !!!!!!!! read more

Huge menu. Fast service. Reasonable prices. Open 24 hours a day. This is my father's favorite Diner in the Danbury area and I agree with him. read more

Had the Thanksgiving dinner which was decent. The apple pie was pretty good as well. Service was quick and polite. I've been here a couple other times. Food has always been good for a diner. read more

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Service was attentive and quick. Food was palatable but truly reminded me of institutional, high school style food. Dry burger on a dry bun with mediocre, barely cooked fries. The waiter was friendly and maybe thought he could be a little overly playful with us. He told us the card we used to pay was declined and let it go on for several minutes before telling us he was joking. Not a successful way to flirt. Also, the complementary macaroni salad served with tortilla chips was unique but confusing. That said, we both are our portions. Maybe it was good, maybe we were just that hungry. read more

Love Elmer's! Always friendly staff, service is great, food is the best, especially love the praise and worship music playing in the background. God is good, Life is beautiful, God bless America! Wanda read more

It was a late Sunday night when we came to the diner. So glad it was open. I was hungry and had an omelet. The waiting staff was very friendly and everyone had a smile. Too bad I don't come to this area often as I had an unexpected trip to a nearby hospital. read more

Jackie T. Today was my first time here, My girlfriend and I thought it would be a nice place to eat at Elmer's Diner eeeeeerrrrrr. We were wrong I ordered a greek chicken club to my surprise I couldn't find the so called grilled chicken I did have a lot of greens in there though. When the waitress came by to ask how was everythng, everything was except the chicken I asked her I did order a greek chicken sub right so where's the chicken she pointed to my club sandwich and said its there I'm like where? after combing through the sandwich oh yeah i found it, like basically two small cut up strips (I didnt know there was a shortage in chicken why wasn't I notified) I felt like I was robbed of the chicken. Ya know i didn't know lettuce sandwiches were in. Very disappointed. read more

Very clean. They have a sign inviting you to tour their facilities. Servers are nice, and very attentive. Prices are fair. Nice place to sit and enjoy a meal. read more

I never do reviews usually read them , I made an exception for them.. there cinnamon and vanilla French toast is awesome! Compliments to the chef ! home fries were so good. Eggs could have been cooked a lil harder but that's okay compliments to the chef ! read more

Food is amazing. Only bad thing is that they stole my red juul and denied it‍watch out guys

Stopped here for the first time tonight. We were on a long road trip and I picked Elmer's because it got good reviews and was easy on and off route 84. My husband, mom and I couldn't have been happier with our choice! Everything was delicious, the service was warm and important for us, quick. We got a tasty complimentary macaroni salad as soon as we sat down. I typically do not like that sort of thing, but it was very lightly dressed and very tasty. We all had the same thing, so I can only say the chicken and eggplant Parmesan was delicious! We ended up taking most of it home after enjoying delicious Manhattan clam chowder (chicken rice soup for one of us), warm wonderfully fresh bread and whipped butter and salad; and wanting to save room for desert! Good quality and an outstanding value! Hope I'm in the area to go back again, there were so many things on the menu that sounded good! read more

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Two out of three orders were wrong and the waitress didn't care and they over charged us. I had it corrected at the register and the person acted like I was wrong. Could off been a bad day for the staff at Elmer's, but don't take it out on the patrons. read more

they do not respect Covid 19 restrictions, they have people wait pay the door as people are coming in or out. As we were seated the waitress did not clean the table we had to ask, it was notably dirty with crumbs and coffee staines on the table. after she cleaned the table it took her 15 mins to ask us what to drink, as we ordered our food, the waitress did not speak English and took over 46 mins to bring out our order. The only reason we stay was because we were hungry and had waited as long as we did. When we finally got the bill, they charged us for the water that we got (tap) and also self tipped 20% on or order. We were a party of 4. when I disputed the tip, the man at the door did not speak english and said pay pay pay. will not be returning there. I'm local and wanted to try something new. Never again! read more

This place is horrible the service is the worst I've seen in a diner. I asked for 4 eggs and they gave me 3. I also got chocolate chip pancakes and found a hair in them it couldn't have been mine because I'm bald. I told the manager and he seemed to be unfazed like this sort of thing happens all the time. I'll never be going there again. read more

The customer service is impeccable, The Brazilian burger is the best, I highly recommended trying.

Food price/quality ratio 7. Atmosphere is nice diner. I've eaten here several times. I've stopped going because there is no consistency. About one out of three times they completely mess up the food. I don't think the salt and pepper shakers get washed regularly, they're always greasy. Service is acceptable. read more

We have a house on Candlewood Lake in New Fairfield and come me up to the lake every weekend. We have been stopping for dinner on Saturday nights since Elmers has opened. 10 plus years. The food is consistently good, hot and varied. The staff is friendly, courteous and grateful for your business. The portion size is way more than I can usually eat in one sitting. The prices are more than fair and we NEVER leave hungry. The facility is clean and spacious.Highly recommend this diner read more

The best!! Our Sunday morning routine! Always Delicious and fabulous!!!!! Waiters are always so kind and go above and beyond

My husband and I went there on Friday night based upon reviews I read on Facebook and Yelp. We were extremely glad that we went. The diner is very, very clean. The menu is so extensive that there is something for everyone! The service was great. Food was excellent. We are very glad we went. We will be back again very soon. read more

I ordered through grub hub, I have never been there before. The food was awesome! I ordered a tuna melt and gravy cheese fries and both were delicious. My order was complete including the side of ranch and ketchup I asked for and it got to my house fast and hot and delicious. Thank you! I will be ordering from here again and btw the menu is huge! They literally have anything you could be craving. My only comment would be the coleslaw portion was tiny, other then that I'm totally satisfied and this will be a go to for me in the future. read more

We Just stopped in on our way back from the lake for a light dinner. The food was acceptable, fast and the service was attentive. The one star was because we couldn't give less. We watched the bus girl take the waters from clearing a table and dump them back into the pitcher. She then serve the water to the next table. We are completely grossed out as we have all been drinking waters. After leaving, We watched from outside the window and she threw our waters back in the pitcher too. Eww!!!!!! read more

Great value! Good food and low prices. Nice service and local clientele. No problem spending hours talking among friends. Felt welcome!

I have been to many diners but I have never been to one that attempted to make me stand and wait for 10 minutes only because the rest of my party hadn't arrived yet and rushed my party out the door. I had to make the owner sit me because I felt he was rude to me, there was booths available. I was seated, my party came, we ordered, the food wasn't bad, wasn't anything special, the owner and the waitress kept coming around asking us if we were done, unreal, I won't be visiting this place anytime soon. read more

If zero stars was an option elmers earned that. My goodness, if i was starving id rather eat road kill. For starters the server and i spoke different languages, literally. I did not get what i ordered, infact i dont know what i got all i know is it tasted terrible and 25 minutes later the server droped a check. Never checked on us to see how the food was, if he did hed know it wasnt what i ordered and i didnt want it. read more

The food was cold, the home fries tasted like chemicals, or perhaps something rancid. Right now I'm hoping not to get sick. I wouldn't eat there again ever. Elmer thank you for responding. I assure you my comments were not exaggerated. I am impressed with you response, and I respect the way you answer someone who had a bad experience. Thank you. Right now, I'm not ready to try it again, but perhaps in time I will stop by again. read more

Buffalo Chicken Wrap!! Can not go wrong with this choice it's one my favorites in the area!

I'm not sure why this place would have any good reviews on their food. Myself I've probably eaten there 2-3 times the past 2 years. The service is good. The last time I was there the food tasted like chemicals??? I met a friend today and ordered French onion soup. It wasn't great. As soon as I got home I was sick. Just reminded of why I don't eat there. read more

Great service. Incredibly fast to get the food you ordered. Affordable and very good food for a diner. Best diner in Danbury in my opinion.

I have been there many times, and I've always experienced good food at good prices, friendly service, and a comfortable environment.

Classic Danbury eatery with a welcoming environment, good food, and friendly staff. I even eat their salmon during Lent. 5/5.

A cozy little diner to have all types of food. Their eggs and omelets are bland- everything else though is amazing! Their French onion soup is a favorite of mine and their Supreme Fries are my obsession!!! Great service and such nice staff! read more

Great place for breakfast with my family. Nice and friendly staff. Prices are great. Keep in mind it is a diner.

Delicious food!! They give a complimentary cup of a fresh macaroni salad with beans and chips! Juicy cheeseburgers and filling helpings of breakfast items. Best diner around since three brothers and holiday are garbage. read more

Their Nutella French toast is my favorite item on the menu. The employees are nice and have a great setting.