We came here for brunch before heading to the hot springs and it was a great stop…read more I got the Main Street Benedict, super yummy! The only thing I didn't like as much was the hashbrowns, they were just okay. I also ordered the jalapeño bread French toast (recommended by our server). I love jalapeño flavor, but I remember thinking it sounded kind of weird for French toast... but I'm glad I tried it because it was so good. They make their breads in-house and I would definitely get that again. I also tried some of my friend's banana bread and that was really delicious too. Didn't get a chance to try these since we had to get to the hot springs soon so thought it's too much food to finish in time, but they had a French toast flight and a Benedict flight, which I've never seen before. Pretty cool, I love anything where you can try multiple flavors. Overall, would reccomend this brunch spot in Idaho Springs. Would come back!

A Fun, Bustling Spot with a Fantastic Breakfast!…read more We had a great breakfast at Main Street Restaurant. It's a fun, cozy little place with a lot of hustle and bustle--you can tell it's a popular spot! The staff was friendly and working hard, keeping tables moving. The food was fantastic. Their breakfast menu is impressive, especially if you're an Eggs Benedict fan. I had the Brazilian Benedict, which was creative and delicious, and my wife loved her Pancake Flight--a fun way to try a few different kinds. They have over ten types of Benedicts, including a "Flight of the Benedicts" and a huge list of specialty omelets and creative pancakes. It's clear they focus on quality, using organic eggs and homemade English muffins. We really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back next time we're passing through Idaho Springs.

Burgers? Check. Veg options? Check. Malts and shakes and ice cream and soft serve and sundaes?…read moreCheck. Lots of flavors. Check. Incredibly reasonably priced? Indeed! The mocha malt was yummy even if I do wish there was a bit more malt flavor. The grilled cheese and fries with a chocolate shake also hit the spot.

I've been dying to stop and regret my decision. Overpriced and honestly terrible…read more My ice cream was terrible. It wasn't even creamy soft serve, it was the cheap gritty ice milk and my sprinkles tasted stale. I get the line was out the door but it did take a while for the milkshake. Staff was kind of standoff-ish but maybe because they were so busy. I ordered a medium scooped ice cream and she got one scoop. It also doesn't seem like they make the ice cream there either. The saving grace was my daughter loved the milkshake.

The green Chile burrito is really good and tasty! Service was fast and friendly. Definitely a…read moreplace to return to again!

Home style foods and priced for the family. Pet friendly too. Loved the patio seating! We had…read moreTurkey BLAT and a Mountain Meatloaf, perfect size portions.

Little Diner is not just a place to eat in Vail it's an institution, the kind you measure trips by…read moreand remember long after the mountains fade in the rearview mirror. The food is abundant, honest, and deeply satisfying; the kind that reminds you why simple things, done well, matter. The service carries that same spiritprofessional, warm, and genuinely kind. It's food for the people by the people not glitzy rubbish that makes you wonder have I eaten yet!!!! You do need a bit of patience. Nothing here is rushed, and that's precisely the point. Every plate is cooked to order, every detail given its due. Good things take time, and here, time is part of the recipe. Little Diner is just that diner heaven. Food that sticks to your bones, comforts your soul, and leaves you leaning back in your chair saying, "God, that was great." Vail itself is a different kind of spectacle stunning, no doubt, with its postcard beauty, polished storefronts, and a steady parade of designer threads and glittering displays. Prices feel executive, and there's a certain showiness in the air, a place where being seen can matter as much as seeing. And yet, tucked within it all, Little Diner stands apart. It caters to simple, kind, genuine people those who don't need labels or luxury to feel fulfilled. Here, it's not about gold foil or truffles or culinary theatrics. It's food for the stomach and the soul. Real food. No pretense, no nonsense just somethinghonest on a plate and a place that feelshuman. The coffee arrives strong and unapologetic, just as it should in a mountain town. And my dirty burger? Simply splendid messy, indulgent, unforgettable. Which is why the news stings. Rumors of rising rents and a looming development threaten to push this family-owned gem out, making way, no doubt, for something shinier, pricier, and far less soulful. One can already imagine the replacement: a polished, over-designed "concept," where the plates are smaller, the prices larger, and the experience carefully curated yet strangely hollow. It would be a loss not just for Vail, but for anyone who values authenticity over affectation. Places like Little Diner don't just feed you they ground you. And once they're gone, no amount of gastronomic flair or fashionable pretense can quite fill the space they leave behind. Jose Pienknagura JosePienknagura@gmail.com

Not Good...this is a 1st for me....and it makes me sad to say it. HEAD's UP.... if your are popping…read moreoff of the to enjoy a good meal, know that the parking is not convenient. You need to find the Lionhead Village parking garage & walk through the shops to get to the building. The signage does not make it easy to find on the upper level. But, we had read that it was a "great breakfast spot" so we took the time to find the pkg garage & walk to the Diner. Having bartended in a previous life, we both feel most comfortable dining at a bar... so we settled in at the bar and patiently waited to be greeted. The server was very involved with another customer, showing them photos (on her phone) and then, while they continued conversing, she brought us waters. While dropping the waters, she asked us "what can I get you to drink?" and without our ready answer, abruptly turned back to the other couple and continued their visit... completely forgetting, I am guessing, that she had even asked us a question. After another 3 minutes of wrapping up their visit, she finally returned, as if she had not left us hanging....and hungry. No "I'm sorry" or "my apologies for the delay", just a question of "what was it you wanted?" Hubby replied that we would like the "fresh squeezed orange juice" and asked if it was squeezed in house. "No, I just work here, I don't squeeze it" and that was how our morning dining experience nearly ended. The VERY FIRST ITEM on your menu touts "fresh squeezed" and it is not the truth???? What else isnt' the truth? Are those "made from scratch" biscuits made in someone else's factory? Anything else need a disclaimer? Having been on the road a bit & being very hungry, and also having decided that this was a diner that we wanted to experience (after a lot of research the night before), we did order. Hubby's breakfast sandwich scored a 7 out of 10 for him, my over medium egg and bacon would have been a delicious 10 had they been a little more up to temp than "barely warm" (they sat under the warming light for over 5 minutes). We were sitting right where we saw our food prepared, in the lovely open kitchen, so we made note of the time lapsed between my plate going to the expo station & his breakfast sandwich being plated. So, food wise...we give this diner a 7. Service wise.... a 1. She never looked our way again after taking our order. I had to literally call out "excuse me, ma'am...could I please get a refill on my coffee?" Our waters were never refilled. She spent her time "working her regulars" and missed out on a potential regular (as we pass by Vail a LOT) and also missed out on 2 very generous tippers. (Having both been in the service industry, we start out at 20% when we sit down and it typically goes up from there. Last night's server was wonderful and he was rewarded for the outstanding service.) This morning's service was abominable and her tip was definitely not 20%. I must say that the cooks' areas were very tidy and clean. I was highly impressed with their stations and give them kudos for that and the perfect preparation of my egg. The diner is so cute, I really wanted to love it. I left very sad that our experience was not a positive one. Last thing...there are placards that ask that patrons help them survive by giving to their Go Fund Me or Venmo account. um......

Marion's reminded me of a blast from the past - breakfast on Sunday with my gram. All of your…read morecountry breakfast favorites and large portions - no one is going home hungry here. Silverware and napkins at the table, in a picnic style container. Staff with smiles and stories and happy to connect with ya. Nicknacks are sprinkled throughout booths and tables with fairy lights for ambiance. It's quaint. We ordered Eggs Benny, Biscuits and Gravy breakfast and a Meat Breakfast. So many options to choose from. Definitely good food and just what you'd expect at home.

It was nice to place an order while on our way, which allowed for pickup as we continued up to St…read moreMary's glacier. Pickup took longer than expected, especially considering I received a text 10min before we arrived that our handheld burritos were ready. The burritos were a good size, filling, though almost no green chile - and I'm certain they aren't using real eggs (who can blame them with current prices?) But we were satisfied and fueled through most of our hike. Will we return? If the conditions are right, sure!

Has become our go-to breakfast venue for our last day at our annual timeshare before we head down…read moreto Denver. Super Friendly staff. Awesome breakfast options, super generous portions and quality ingredients. Our friend goes gaga over the hash browns. Omelets and Egg Benedicts options will make any aficionado happy!

We stop by this small town cafe on the way to steamboat spring…read more Small town with lots of character. This establishment is super crowded, the host is super efficient with checking in and report via text once table is ready. Food: salmon with brown rice plate is excellent, steak and egg plate - eggs cooked well, however the steak sirloin is dry and well done for medium rare and dry. I would not recommend steak here. Sandwich is decent. Drinks are yummy. Cappuccino and frapp are delicious. Overall, this place just needs faster service, more waiter/waitress to accommodate the volume of customers on peak time

Long trip from Moab, UT to Longmont, CO on Wed 8/20/25. Needed a lunch break, no fast food chains…read morefor us. Found this nostalgic 1950's style diner conveniently located off US I70, exit 147. First thing we noticed was how sparkingly clean it is. Counter & booth service. We sat in a both and Maddie brought us water, menus, & took our drink order. Lunches were a BLT w/ salad & grilled ham & swiss on rye w/ fries ($13.95 each). Both really really good & speedy service. A great find & value priced. Highly recommended for hungry travelers. Open 8am-3pm daily. Thanks again to Maddie & the kitchen. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY, USA

We love this place in the cool town of eagle. Killer vibes. Great service. The food is awesome. And…read morecomes out quickly also. The grilled chicken Caesar salad and the ham and cheese add turkey jalapeños and tomatoes on sourdough js soooo yummy. Our fave stop when going through the pass!!

I have loved this place for 30ish years. I have mint been here in a long while, but still a good…read morevalue for a basic breakfast, a fancy breakfast, or a coffee and pastry. I guess they changed their business model for a while and weren't full service, but they are back as I remember it. Full service, hot coffee, friendly staff. It's a little out of the way if the resorts, and that's a bonus. A great local feel. I had a simple breakfast, eggs, bacon and one slice of French toast. It was just the right amount to hit the slopes on, and I didn't break the bank. My son had a southwestern style omelet. He said it was good and he didn't leave hungry. It's comfortable and decorated in local flare. There is plenty of parking and apparently live music occasionally. Stop by if you want to avoid the crowds and have a quiet breakfast.

Everything was delicious! Prices were favorable, staff was amazing :D I genuinely enjoyed hanging…read moreout and reading a book while munching down on my meal with their homemade hot sauce. Yum yum, 100/10 absolutely recommend this diner!

Very cool place to have breakfast. Comfy bench side. Great service. Food was very good. The…read morebiscuits are homemade. Coffee is really good as well. Loved my crispy hash browns and fried green tomatoes

We decided to stop in today after not visiting for while, hoping for a nice breakfast experience…read more Unfortunately, my husband's omelette came out very overcooked to the point that the inside wasn't really edible, the meat was burnt, the hash browns were basically potato chip straws, the bread was stale tasting.. At the same time, the garnishes on my Bloody Mary seemed well past their prime, vegetables were brown and soft, and even the lemon wedge on the rim was brown and quite dried out. The server handled the situation kindly, which we appreciated. Our server also offered to bring a replacement side, but by then my husband had lost his appetite and chose not to order anything else. It was just a bit of a disappointing visit overall. I'm sharing this as constructive feedback because we'd love to see this place doing well and hope this was simply an off day due to lack of snow..

Solid win (mostly)…read more We eyed this cute diner because we needed dinner and we are staying at the YMCA cabins for XC skiing. Love to support a local place. Drive by night one at 6:40 and they were putting up chairs (7pm close seems a bit early). So... went the next night and made sure to get there with plenty of time. Ordered a veggie burger (solid!), spicy original, and original burger and large fries. Ended up around $30. My family loved the food and when I picked up the order, they did tell me the fries are cooked in beef fat or seasoning or something like that and asked if I still wanted them (knowing vegetarians ordered veggie burgers). I do wish they put this on the menu before we ordered but grateful they shared. They very well could've not told me. My family enjoyed them. The only thing that can be improved is the cleanliness. I think the diner chairs were a bit dirty and could use a scrub down. Other than fries I wished I could eat and a bit of a scrub, we were pleased to come here.

Expected better. The All American Burger was exactly like a…read moreMcDonald's McDouble, but with better ingredients. It was good, not great. Green Chile Cheeseburger had way too much mustard and ketchup so you couldn't taste the chile. Good was priced well and came out quickly. The crinkle fries were very good.