This place is an RVA landmark. Been coming here for years. It's not fancy - more of a "greasy spoon meets outer space" vibe. We ordered a shake and a bacon burger. Always yummy and comforting. Service is friendly and no-frills. Street parking along a major street out front, or you can park in a lot about a block away. read more

Yummy food. Lots of options, both vegetarian and meat eaters. Amazing milkshakes and desserts. Prices are cheap, food is yummy and filling. Forever a repeat location. Staff are pretty chatty and quick with their service. Inside is like stepping into a diner in the 60s (kinda sorta and I love it. read more

Galaxy Diner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This is our go to spot in Carytown! It has a super retro type feel to it along with seating. Great service always. The food is delicious but a little pricy. However, you are getting top notch breakfast diner food. Unfortunately, they messed up two of our three meals today. They were quick to fix the mistakes though and all was still absolutely delicious. read more

Galaxy Diner - Breakfast Burrito - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Decent spot to grab breakfast at night. Staff was friendly and the portion size was great, with affordable prices. The food didn't blow me away as far as breakfast food goes, but it was solid. read more

Galaxy Diner - French Toast with Strawberries, Eggs, Hash browns, Patties - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Galaxy is one of my favorite restaurants to visit when in Carytown. I love the creative and fun options on the menu as well as the classic overall theme diner theme. The food always comes out quick, tasty, and presented so well. The wait staff are always fun to talk to and I really enjoy trying new things each time I go! read more

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The drunken banana split is sooo good! The staff is amazing and creates a very welcoming atmosphere. Sometimes they are out of certain items, but usually that's just how inventory stuff works. read more

Always fun and great service! Nice place to hang while on a waitlist for other spots in Carytown or for afters. read more

Galaxy Diner - Pitcher of Blue Moon - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

It's a diner and has good diner food! Nothing really stood out to me except for the servers... they are amazing and attentive and make great suggestions... The breakfast food is amazing! 100 out of 100 times, I would choose the breakfast dishes if I were to return... The 2 desserts we got were amazing! Fried Oreos and apple pie a la mode... warm and with vanilla ice cream... perfection! read more

Galaxy Diner - Apple Pie - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Got food poisoning from a quesadilla- I would avoid at all costs. The service isn't awful, unless it's super busy and there's only 1 waiter for the bar and dine in. It's a cute spot but I don't trust the food after my experience. Definitely just a spot for drinks and casual conversation. I wouldn't recommend getting a full on meal from the establishment. read more

Googled "Best diner in Richmond" and Galaxy Diner was the first option to pop up. We have never ate here before but were very pleased with the whole experience. Great atmosphere, fantastic service. Wife and I will definitely dine here again while in town. read more

Galaxy Diner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch! The food and service were excellent! We ordered the chili cheese fries. They came fast and were hot and tasty. My Super Nova BLT was like no other I'd had before. The generous amount of bacon plus the avocado and chipotle mayo made this BLT top notch! I look forward to coming back next time I'm in town. read more

Cute little diner with good food. My daughter enjoyed the atmosphere and it was a good spot for a family. Service was prompt and fast.

Went this weekend for desert after dinner and it takes you back to a quintessential dinner! The staff was lovely and the menu was a total throw back. I got a slice of apple pie with icecream and it tasted home made! If you are wanting good dinner for, this is the place for you! read more

Galaxy Diner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

If you're a fan of good 'ol American style diners, this place will satisfy you. With the classic colors, furniture, and style, it truly brings you back to those days. I got the Galaxy Supreme Nachos. It was plentiful to share with others. It had a lot of toppings; cream cheese, lettuce, beans, onions, to name a few. I got the Nuclear Waste Dog as my entree. The toppings were similar to the Galaxy Supreme Nachos. It was a foot long hotdog, and I believe it because I couldn't finish it. It was good, but had a little too many toppings. It was messy to eat. Can't go to a diner without a milkshake. I ordered the Peppermint Patty. They even had the chocolate candy inside the milkshake. What I like about this is that they had leftover milkshake and they gave it to me. You can enjoy it without wasting any throw away. The service was friendly and diligent. The waitress was attentive and checked up on us frequently. I'll probably come back to try other menu options, or maybe even their breakfast that I heard was good too. read more

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Every time we come here, the service and quality of the food are perfect! The nachos are so good and definitely larger than an appetizer portion. I love to get the Boba Fett burger and it is the perfect balance of spicy, salty, and cheesy. It can be loud in there but it's overall fun vibes and friendly in there. It is a little dark if you sit closer to the bar but not so much so you can't see. The prices are so reasonable too. We definitely come on a regular basis. read more

Galaxy Diner - Boba Fett burger- smashed some to bite - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Good dining experience from an ambiance standpoint, and they're open 8am until midnight. Service kept missing our order up from drinks to plates but it wasn't that bad. Food was great. My wife really liked her pancakes and bacon...better than most on both...and where else can you get a fried bologna sandwhich disguised as a create your own burger? Delicious. Good vibe, good food, and open late for eating. We'll be back. read more

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Loved this fun little diner while visiting Richmond! I am giving it 5 starts for what it is, a diner. The menu has a kitschy outer space theme list of items that made me smile. Loved the lighter then usual hash browns & the fluffy omelette - really well done. read more

Came here for the first time today and was thoroughly impressed! Service was fast, kind, and efficient. It is definitely a diner vibe with booths and low lighting. A Carytown staple if you will. The food was amazinggggg. We all got different things and all enjoyed ourselves. I'll definitely be returning! read more

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A classic, American home-style diner. You HAVE to check this place out!!! It is the cutest, coziest place I've been to in a while. Though a small location, it has a large personality. The staff were so amicable and cracked jokes the entire time. Food service was fast and tasted great. I can't wait to go back! read more

Galaxy Diner - Vanilla Milkshake - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Stopped in late night, very good vibe, cool atmosphere. I ordered the country fried steak dinner with mashed potatoes and Coleslaw. The country fried steak was very good, delicious gravy. They were the best garlic mashed potatoes I have ever had, creamy and a great garlicky taste. The coleslaw was good. My dining companion had the Crabby patty melt and was very satisfied. Prices reasonable for the portions and high quality of food. I would defiantly recommend this place. read more

Galaxy Diner - Country fried steak - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I came to Galaxy Diner with my partner on a Saturday night before a show at the Byrd. We were seated right away (which isn't always the case, since this is a popular spot). The restaurant is much bigger than it looks from the street; the walls are painted black and dark blue with colorful and neon lights to create a retro and futuristic feel. Our food came out relatively quickly and the portions were very generous for the price! I paid about $26 for all of the food pictured, and had pancakes leftover to eat the next day. The food was tasty - standard diner/breakfast food. Overall a great experience and a must-try spot if you're in Carytown. read more

Galaxy Diner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I think I have frequented this place about a dozen times in over a dozen years and it never disappoints. Good burgers, good shakes, and good apple pie a la mode. Most recently the pumpkin pie was just okay. I love the vibe here. Just a simple diner with silly decorations throughout. I enjoyed watching a little Star Wars during my most recent visit. Almost all the workers have been friendly too. read more

Came here for my mom's birthday for brunch. Great service, nice and friendly. The food was good and the vibe was cool. Affordable. read more

Galaxy Diner - Eggs sausage and hash browns - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Who puts American cheese on a salad it was just not good to eat! I felt bad wasting it but it wasn't good. The chili was okay but was Luke warm! Didn't love it at all but the location gives them another star along with the old vintage vibes! read more

Galaxy Diner - The American cheese ruined this and it's rolled up with the meat! - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

A long-time Richmond treasure. Diner food at its best. Great service. Excellent location, in the middle of Carytown's shopping and entertainment district. Been eating here for more than thirty years, and we've never been disappointed. read more

I decided to try this lil diner when I was in Richmond. The service was lackuster and the decor and interior seemed dated and kinda grubby. The waiter seemed inexperienced and had the nerve to have a terrible attitude. Now on to the food- we ordered breakfast food and everything we had was AWFUL! I do not recommend this business. Its wayyy too many options in the area to just settle for bad service and nasty food. Save your money, time, and stomach for the Better options nearby. Thumbs down! read more

We went during watermelon fest and were actually able to be seated very quickly! Staff were all friendly. I got the burrito and it was okay - felt like it was missing something. The black hole pancakes were very good though! read more

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Average diner food on the main strip of the tourist filled Carytown. The place kinda has a strange smell from the moment you walk in, but we were so hungry and craving breakfast, that we didn't mind. The lady that was seating people was sitting in the first booth and was eating her own meal. Each time someone walked in, she'd "politely" cover her mouth and point down the hall and let you know that you can sit anywhere. I ordered the breakfast burrito and it would have been pretty good if it wasn't so greasy. The grease was just dripping off of it and I had a bowl of grease by the end. Other than that, it was large and full of a decent portion of fillings. The potatoes were your average diner potatoes but better than a hotel! I'd probably skip this place next time since there are many other options on this strip. read more

Galaxy Diner - Breakfast Burrito - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We were seated within minutes of walking in the door. We opted to have our kids at one table and the adults at the other. It took a few minutes for someone to get our drink order. But, it was pretty busy. Our drink order was placed by a separate waitress. Then our waiter came by. He was not the warmest, friendliest off the bat. But, as the time went he became nicer. I ordered an adult meal and tried ordering a kids meal for myself because I wanted the peanut butter and banana. He told me I could not. So I said ok than my son over there will take two kids meals and told him which ones. I completely understand if I had not ordered an adult meal and tried for a kids. But, I was getting two things, an adult meal and a kids meal. Our food came out piping hot. The restaurant is definitely noisy. It's a diner, makes sense. I never saw the patio seating out back that they advertised on the door. But, it is quiter towards the back. we sat in the area where there was high traffic, wait staff picking up orders, kitchen making orders, people going back and for to and from seating in the back. I was not too bothers by this because I knew what this location was mostly about. Bathrooms: meh. I have had way worse. But, the hot water is extremely hot. I almost was burnt when using it to wash my hands. i do have concerns for other who may go in their behind someone. this is for the females restroom. Food: some was good some was meh. My friend meatloaf sandwich was burnt, the kiddos pancakes were burnt as well. My chicken salad was not too bad, my husband said his Aztec burger was good, and the nachos were delicious. So I guess it depends on what your order, who is cooking, how busy it is for cooks to stay attentive. They are looking for a line cook so there maybe some issues there. I struggled with this rating giving it almost 4 stars. Maybe my next trip we can get them up there. read more

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Went to Galaxy Diner today because the kids wanted brunch while we were shopping in Carytown. Had to wait for a table which wasn't a big deal. There are a few high-top window seats in the front of the restaurant and NO ONE was sitting there, nor waiting to sit there. My mother-in-law, with her broken foot, in her visible BOOT, sat down there to wait. The manager told her she had to wait outside (in the cold, mind you...) and she said, "I have a broken foot." And he said, "eveyone waits outside." I wasn't there and if I was, we wouldn't have waited. After we ate, she told me what happened. When I confronted him on my way out and said he should be ashamed of himself, instead of an apology, he literally told me to "shoo" and "scoot." Who makes a nearly 70 year old woman with a broken foot wait outside when there was a chair for her to sit on? The waitress was a delight though. read more

I do enjoy this divey hotspot in the trendy Carytown neighborhood. Breakfast is served all day long. Fried pickles are devoured by all. Galaxy Diner has a varied menu with decent prices. The wait persons are super friendly and they sport some really cool tattoos! BUT!!! I can only give it 4 stars because It's like a walk in freezer up in there! It is soooo cold. Take a sweatshirt or jacket. It's warmer up in the front section. read more

Galaxy Diner - Corned beef hash and 2 over medium eggs - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Rude staff and long wait, I'll be taking my business elsewhere from now on, Sat down and had to wait at least 30 minutes for serve only to get burnt pancakes . Not again read more

A solid dive restaurant in Carytown with great food and an extensive menu. My husband had been craving a real footlong chili dog, and he was not disappointed. He ordered the Nuclear Waste Dog and could only eat half of it. I chose the Chicken Caesar Wrap. It was huge and came with a crunchy deep-fried dill pickle. Delicious treat. Loved their caesar dressing. We'll be back to try more items. read more

Great breakfast and something for everyone! Sweet tooth or healthy, you'll leave here full and happy. We went for Sunday breakfast and were seated fairly quickly and service was excellent (and fun). The only thing I would change would be to add the option for half portions because we wanted to try so many more things on this menu! Country Fried Steak, French toast with blueberries and eggs, Home fries, and Black Hole pancakes (I had to order!) Everything was amazing, highly recommend read more

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Fun vibes for late night snacks. Whatever is in their honey mustard sauce will alter your brain chemistry. But I'm always a sucker for the caramel malt read more

Galaxy Diner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Love the cool diner vibe of this retro diner... but my stars were too generous. Although My eggs were made to perfection and the tater tots were crispy and yummy... the bacon was fatty and unappealing... the blueberry pancakes (discs) were hard, tough and inedible, I had one bite and put the aside... I had a hankering for pancakes and sadly, my craving wasn't satisfied. I mentioned my polite complaint to the server... who sheepishly just said "sorry". No offer to adjust my bill or talk to a manager. The service was slow... had to ask for utensils... but what this place has going for it is the cool atmosphere, the great 80's music, and it's location in Carytown. If you're not fussy about food... one of those "I can eat anything" folks... then you won't mind the C- average grub. For $15.00 tab, I expected more. I retract my previous statement...Galaxy Diner is not out of this world... read more

Galaxy Diner - Yes.... it's all for me!! Haha - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I had never visited Galaxy pre-pandemic, which is beyond surprising considering I originally hail from New Jersey, a la Land of the Diner. I love and miss classic diners, and I genuinely don't know how I had lived in Richmond for nearly three years without stepping foot through Galaxy's doors. Fortunately, one day in late July, I was searching Google for open places during that phase of the pandemic, and somehow noticed that Galaxy had re-opened and didn't require reservations. Since then, I've been to and ordered take out/delivery from Galaxy countless times. I've actually lost count. I couldn't tell you. I haven't tried their breakfast yet (I keep meaning to, I know, I suck), but I have had their club sandwich and atomic dog way too many times. They're just both SO GOOD. Each time I go, I want to order both. And frankly, sometimes I do (and the club becomes my lunch the next day). I've also ordered the chef salad (aka the club as a salad, essentially), which is also very good, but I do prefer the sandwich. And one time, perhaps the most momentous of all my visits, I ordered the Italian burger (that might not be the real name of it, but I don't feel like looking it up right now) and subbed the marinara for mayonnaise. When it came out, the chef had written "Hey" in mayonnaise, which was so nice! Speaking of nice, everybody who works here is really friendly. One time they forgot the dressing for the salad and since the bag was stapled, I didn't realize it until I was several blocks away back at my car. It was Cary Street on a Sunday and I had stopped for ice cream too on my walk back, so I asked if they could run it out to my car if I put my flashers on, and they did so without hesitation. They definitely didn't have to do that, so I appreciated that. Delivery was also turbo fast the one time I got that (last week), so I'll definitely order that again soon. And sometime soon, whenever I eventually tire myself of the club and hot dog, I will try their breakfast. I really do want to try it - I swear. They serve it all day and their bacon is incredible, so I have high hopes. All said: Galaxy is a great choice for quality diner food in Richmond. ** They're also following Covid protocols. Every other booth is blocked off. All staff wear masks. Felt safe! read more

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PSA: New favorite restaurant incoming! Head for shelter! NASA can't save you! Review starting in... 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... We have liftoff!!!! This spot is one of the most Far Out spots in Richmond, and boy did we eat good! E. and I got the Galactic Nachos, Halley's Omelet (a play on Halley's Comet, for you space nuts!) with a side of tots and a biscuit. The tots, we'll let me tell you... they are crunchy; they are supple -- I just really the way they carry themselves... And that omelet, one small step for flavor, one giant leap for my taste buds! As for the drinks--I thought I was in zero G for a second, cause I was really thinking damn these are good drinks and really what I needed and wanted and probably didnt even know I wanted because I was looking at The Galaxy Grasshopper for a while which also looked good but then E suggested the Raspberry Limeade and she was so right. We split it elegantly. We also both got waters. And split a lemonade (almost forgot!). Both were larger than life (on Earth at least). Oh and also two coffees. E. used cream in her's. And our server?? Randi?? Simply lovely. She was funny, knowledgeable, bright. She had us belly-ache laughing out of the restaurant (and out of this world). Seriously, she was great, tip her to the moon if you ever get the chance to have her as your server. Astro-Noir dream come true. 10/10 stars, comets... you know the deal read more

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My husband is in love with this place! We went on a Saturday morning so there was a wait but only waited about 10 minutes. Once we were seated & ordered, the food came out fast! The falafel burger is crispy & flavorful. The blackened chicken wrap is spicy. Every lunch order comes with an amazing fried pickle. Also, they have "the good ranch". They are only seating at half capacity and all the staff wore masked. We will definitely be back next time we want to dine in Carytown. It's nice to be able to walk off your meal and support local small business. read more

Galaxy Diner - Blackened chicken wrap - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Too focused on us. Very racist waiter that forgot to focus on the task. Accused us of not paying. DO NOT GO HERE!