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Hometown Diner

4.2 (148 reviews)
Closed • 6:30 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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HOMETOWN DINER ATMOSPHERE

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

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French toast combo and Philly omelette
Jessica D.

The food was Phenomenal our server Jordan was wonderful and friendly!! Found this place by accident and it did not disappoint. The whole experience was great and excellent prices!! I don't live in Portsmouth but almost wish I did just to go on the regular

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Kevin R.

Great little dinner with that old town feel to it. Walked in and was immediately greeted and was asked if I was dining in or taking it to go, I responded dining in and was told to sit wherever I wanted. The waitress immediately came over with a menu and silverware and took my drink order. Once she returned with my drink she took my order. Within 10 minutes or less my order was being delivered to my table hot with condiments such as butter, jellies, and syrup. Everything was good, no complaints here. There's 3 TVs with different shows on for variety, o particularly was watching the one playing the old TMNT cartoon from the 90s. This is definitely a spot I would come back to, good food, good service, and good people.

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Katina M.

Great hidden brunch spot in Portsmouth! Definitely will be back very soon and looking forward to filling my belly again!!

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Nikole B.

We stopped in for breakfast because it is my boyfriend's diner. I have never been. So many options on the menu! You can get breakfast lunch or dinner. You definitely get your money worth, servings are huge. Everything tasted great, like home cooked and made with it love. Our server was very attentive and super nice. She knew the menu well. The decor was mostly navy and water related. We loved reading the patches on the wall. The only reason I give a 4/5 and not a 5/5 is because the bathrooms are not secure. The lock doesn't work. It also would be helpful if they had benches outside or inside for people that are waiting. The place was super busy but that's a good thing. Look forward to trying more items on the menu

Great food! However I can't eat at a place that charges you $3.00 for taking food to go. Fees at certain places are ridiculous!

Great food and always tastes fresh. Food is 5 stars! However I can't eat at any place that charges you for taking your food to go. There's a $3.00 charge for takeout. Fees at certain places are ridiculous!

Ribeye steak and eggs with a side of sausage patty
Jayson S.

This is a nice dinner with really great food. The service is really good and the couple that own it are very nice and personable. I really like the old school diner vibes which lends well to the atmosphere as well as the food. I order the 10oz ribeye and eggs which was cooked perfectly and was very well priced. My fiancé and I will be returning regularly to enjoy this spot.

French toast, eggs with cheese and sausage.

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First time trying Hometown Diner today. Pleasantly surprised. Food 10/10, staff very welcoming and friendly. This is a keeper

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Good food, pleasant staff and like eating downtime cooking. I like this place and its folks .

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Food is typical small diner grub. Food and prices were excellent. If you like no frills home cooking, this is the spot.

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Great food great service good prices, nice atmosphere. The new management seems to really care about the customers.

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The staff was friendly, professional, and accommodated our large group perfectly. Quality, affordable food as well.

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