My first time at Letterman's and it was great! It's a very small place but I didn't see anyone wait over 10 minutes before getting a seat. We sat at the counter which I loved because you could see the food being made and wow the portions are huge! The staff was friendly, and the food was great, we will definitely be back! read more

The diner itself is tiny but the breakfast is not by any means. It's part of their charm. Letterman's Diner is a little gem in the heart of Kutztown. The staff is always friendly and make sure the customers are treated great, especially the regulars. Doug does all of the cooking right in front of you so you can see where your food is coming from, there's no questioning about what's on your plate. The menu items are something you can only get there. He has revolutionized breakfast. I've never thought these omelets a were possible. I am always amazed to see hash mountain on the grill and have it rain butter. Letterman's is one of the reasons Kutztown is my home! read more

Couldn't rate this place high enough. food has always been incredible and unique. great owner and staff, prices are great especially for the size of portions you get. 5/5 for food and service + bonus points for not letting gov. wolf push them around. read more

Breakfast food is very good. It's a great shame that the sitting is so limited. Weekends there is usually a line. Some wait staff should check there mouths at the door. read more

Amazing, amazing, amazing. Portions are huge and filling, and everything is delicious. Crazy wonderful combinations in some of their omelettes, and the stuffed French toast is to die for. Pancakes weren't the best I've had but still good. They have different specials all the time that have all been great. Prices are appropriate for the food you get! Tiny inside, very cozy and homey, and all the staff is genuine and friendly (: would eat here every morning if I could! read more

Letterman's Diner - All the omelettes and savory dishes are SO good and huge! - Diners Near Me - Kutztown, Pennsylvania

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Stopped in here for breakfast while driving through the area. It's a nice little place for a simple, high quality breakfast or burger meals made to order. The service was just great and everything is priced reasonably. Looked like a lot of nice locals and a few families there for the local college. read more

The food is wonderful, but the owner is very unprofessional and is consistently demeaning and putting other local businesses in kutztown down. Their hours are limited, and they do not accept credit cards. read more

This is the best restaurant breakfast I've ever had. The people were friendly, helpful and we left with our bellies full. Both meals, coffee, large juice, eggs, potato patties, bacon, sausage, pound cake french toast - all Ten bucks. I'm not kidding. Kudos to Letterman's. If I'm ever back in Kutztown, I'll be knocking at your door. It's one of those places where "everybody knows your name." read more

The place to be if you want the best breakfast of your existence If you are starving you still leave the place with a box because is impossible to finish the huge portions that they serve! Best breakfast ever !!! read more

It's small, food takes a while to get to your table, the owner always seems pissed off, but everything tastes good so it's worth it. Portions are huge. Not good for large groups as seating is limited. Wait staff is friendly but always rushing. read more

If I could put 0 stars I would. The portions are a SLOPPY mess, and greasy! Go 30 seconds further to the APD (Airport Diner). Now that's good stuff! read more

This tiny ass joint knows what the hell they're doin. KEEP IN MIND: This place will completely ruin diners for you because you will never get a better breakfast anywhere else. 12/10 read more

If you're looking for the best diner breakfast you've ever had, look no further. If you've heard from someone about this place and they've told you "You have to go!" listen to that person more often because they have common sense and good taste. I'm not sure how else to put it. The spot is definitely small, but that gives it its charm. It also has the unfortunate side effect of causing lines outside, but I don't consider it a bad thing. You have to know that it's worth it if people are willing to line up outside in near freezing temperatures just to get a seat to indulge in a massive amount of delicious breakfast creations. Don't doubt, just go and not be disappointed. You're welcome. read more

My all time favorite place to eat breakfast! Fun atmosphere and each meal is created by the Grill King Doug. I'm a big guy and can honestly say I've never, EVER walked away hungry and sometimes, though it's hard to admit, I've had leftovers! You could never find a better price anywhere considering the portion size and the amazing quality of the food. You like unique breakfast creations? Look no farther. Some of what he creates blows my mind away. Don't worry though, he has all the timeless classics as well. I promise you, the best pancakes I've ever had in my 40+ years of feasting. Try it!!! You'll love it too. read more

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First off this place is the ultimate of dives. It is tiny and cramped with the constant flow of patrons who I cannot understand why on earth they are eating here. The kitchen is right in front of you and the cook is a slob who is totally unkempt. He touches everything - countertop, his forehead, refrigerator handle, raw bacon, veggies, all meats with his bare contaminated hands. He verbally abuses his staff and he looks he would rather be in a bar fight. Plus the fact that my tomato egg and cheese sandwich had zero seasoning, melted processed cheese and was atrocious. My friend's pancakes were equally disgusting. Can't wait until the dept of health close this disgusting place down. read more

I'm born and raised in New York, NY and I've spent time in Worcester (WooStah), MA, Philadelphia, PA and now I live in the Washington, DC area. I mention this because I've definitely eaten in many dives in my lifetime. With this life experience, I can say that I have eaten some great meals at places that have a horrible appearance but the food is absolutely incredible... Letterman's is NOT one of those places! One step into this local establishment makes you wonder: "why is it so crowded"? As you look around the location, you can't help but notice how cramped it is. There are approximately five small two-person tables and approximately ten seats at the counter. As you take your seat, you might be impressed with the number of people waiting patiently at the door for a table and you'll also see lots of people running in and out with takeout orders... This place is busy! If you're seated at the counter, as we were, you'll have a great view of the grill (watch carefully as the grill man wipes his sweaty face with his bare hands and then handles the raw food he's preparing for your meal; or watch as he touches all of the filthy surfaces around the grill area as he handles your food) and that's when the little voice in your head says: "I think we should get out of here"! Don't ignore that little voice! It's your gut telling you that something aint right! Plain and simple, this place is filthy and the food is horrible. I'd be remiss if I didn't do my best to warn folks to stay avoid this place by any means necessary. Honestly, I don't know how in the world there are ratings of more than one star in the reviews posted for this place... Something just aint right! To add insult to injury, not only was the place filthy; the grill area unsanitary; and the food absolutely awful; we also had the unfortunate experience of watching the grill man yelling at one of the waitresses in front of all of the customers. I don't know what he said to her or what the problem was but she was visibly upset after he yelled at her and she was fighting back the tears as she continued to serve customers. There are some great dives out there, unfortunately Letterman's can only aspire to achieve that honorable mention. The only question that comes to mind after my experience at Letterman's: "Is there a Department of Health in Kutztown, PA?" read more

Came in for lunch and got the miners special. For one thing it took well over a half an hour to get our food, and when we did it was incredibly greasy and my eggs had a bunch of shells in it. Plus under the specials page it says that they come with potatoes and toast and I found out thats not the case. Oh yeah and the cook was obviously drinking, we saw someone poor it for him and add orange juice right in front of us. Overall not a pleasant experience. The rest of the food wasnt bad but the experience was much less then to be desired. Waitress was nice, it was her first day. read more

This is probably the best breakfast spot in the Eastern Part of the USA as I been throughout the country in my military days and this place rocks! Kutztown University students are lucky to have a cool little dinner like this in the downtown area of the Town. The portion size is huge and the omelets especially are out of this world. Had some of Lettermans burgers and they are good to. The owner is originally from the coal region, the Mount Carmel Area and you can tell with his unique menu and Personality. read more

I am a picky foodie, but hands-down the best breakfast I have ever eaten and a tremendous value on top of it. We travel an hour when we are camping just to eat here AND actually try and pick places close JUST to eat here. We've yet to find something on the menu that doesn't BURY every other local place we've tried. Best pancakes, pork roll, cream chipped beef and steak breakfast within 2 hours of Philadelphia. It's not the most spacious place, but it's worth sardining yourself in or waiting at the door for a spot to open up. Seriously. read more

Again I start off by saying thank you yelp, without you, this review would not be possible !! I mean, the place is so stinking small...I never would've even SEEN it, let along, go in there to eat !! Specials? amazing combinations and ginormous...I'm talking...HUGE! What a treat to find this amazing little eatery. I can't say enough. Just discovered it, and have been there twice already amd probably going again tomorrow. Favorites so far...the bacon was perfect, the potato cakes (homemade shredded potato with chives, formed into small rounds and friend in oil, FABULOUS!) and my husband said the SOS was so good, that his favorite SOS in the world now shares the spotlight with Lettermans. The servers work their tail off, they are attentive and great. Two pointers I will share...one is that yesterday I got my food after my husband was about 2/3 of the way done his food. That was different for us. The main thing I would say to that is that nobody said a word to me when his was put down without mine. Even when the waitress stopped by for something , while he was eating and I wasn't, no words about my food. I think it is best to say something, tell me something...ignoring the elephant in the room, the fact that I have no food and my husband is eating would have worked better for me. The other thing is, both visits we were having fly issues. I think that whatever you are doing for that needs a boost. Other than that, keep up the amazing food !! I gave this place 5 stars strictly on the food quality ..I didn't feel the two issues I mentioned should cost them a whole star rating. read more

My son and I stopped in for a quick breakfast before I dropped him off at nearby Kutztown University for a summer camp. I had eggs over easy and toast he had a short stack of chocolate chip waffles. My eggs were good and his shower stack was huge and delicious. Service was great many people seated at counter and had a nice hometown feel that reflected the surrounding town. The American flag flying out front was nice to see. Will stop again when in town. read more

Every time I go to this amazing hidden gem, the good and atmosphere are amazing! Great people, huge portions, and a menu that doesn't break your bank! Try the mudflap, you can't go wrong! read more

Came to this little town with friends from nyc!! Don't ask why . But this place is amazing!! Smells amazing , people are great!! Lots of food super affordable So worth the wait !! read more

Good food but I hope they stopped people smoking inside (haven't been there in a few years). Also they need to post the hours they're open.

Great breakfast!!!! TONS of choices on menu and HUGE portions...Need 2 check this place out!!!

Went to letterman's for breakfast this morning with a friend and the food was amazing! I had the chocolate chip waffles and a side of hash browns and they were both delicious. My friend had the French toast and hash browns and pork roll. Everything was great and the portions were huge! We will be back for sure! read more

Wow, what a cute place. Huge portions! Be prepared. And I'm sure it gets crowded fast it's a small but mighty place. I wanted to see the old time pictures on the wall but it was getting full. It looks like it was an old trolly. A must check out place. Sorry no pictures,we we're hungry. Although speedy service was provided!! read more

amazing food. serves only breakfast food and about til 1 pm. cash only! place is small, one grill but the food is amazing and huge. definitely recommended. read more

Letterman's Diner - Diners Near Me - Kutztown, Pennsylvania

Wonderful experience at this old school dining car diner. Great people, excellent service. I had the creamed beef on toast. Delicious hash browns. Great talking to the cook and staff. Real slice of Pennsylvania. read more

Absolutely amazing place to eat. Breakfast menu is incredible. Small home town feel to this establishment. Food portions are large. Perfect to fill you up. Staff is courageous. Remember CASH ONLY !! read more

Absolutely one of the best diners I have ever been to. One of my favorite spots in Kutztown. The portions that you receive are absolutely massive and the menu is so diverse you could continually try new items on the menu. My favorite were the omelette specials. That being said it wasn't an expensive place to eat and the atmosphere of the diner completes the experience. Only down side is that the diner is small so sometimes you will have to wait, but it is so worth the wait. read more

Tiny, but really great breakfast and affordable as well. A really diverse and well thought out specials too. Best visited when school is out of session. A true gem. Don't go with a large group because there are two seats per table or counter service only. read more

Best breakfasts around. Everything is über fresh and mega huge just don't go there with a party over 2 and expect a table because that really ain't happening as no tables are big enough to accommodate three+ people and there is literally not enough room to push two tables together. You MUST experience this place at least once. You know it is good when in a college town it is filled with locals read more

Excellent breakfast stop in Kutztown! When you walk into Letterman's you walk back in time and that is definitely ok by me! My suggestions/tips: * When you walk in, there are about 4 or 5 2 person tables along the left side and about 10-12 bar stools at the food counter. So understand that it is small, and you can't come here and sit with a family of 4 at a table (or possibly a group of 4 to sit together at the counter) * Get there early so you don't have to wait outside; there is no waiting area inside * On a slow day it might be a place to come with little kids, but I doubt there is a slow day here. So I would not come here looking for little kid table service or little kids trying to juggle/balance themselves on a counter bar stool (with you trying to eat and watch a little kid at the same time) * Expect a fast paced (not that they rush you, which they don't) dining experience. Since most of the seating is at the counter, you see/hear all the sites and sounds of the Letterman's staff making all of us some great food. If you are looking for a sit down breakfast where the only staff you see is the waitress coming to your table once in awhile to ask you if you want a coffee refill: this isn't Letterman's With all that being said, and you now understand what you are walking into, the food is fresh, hot made to order, then served to you immediately after it is plated. If there is anything I hate is a lukewarm or cold hot breakfast: that will not happen at Letterman's. You see it being made/it comes off the excellent cook's spatula to a waiting plate/it is brought to you. Love it! 3 egg omelettes are made so you don't need lunch anytime soon: filled with your choice of meats/cheeses/vegetables along with a huge portion of fresh made off the grill home fries (the grated kind, not sliced potatoes type). They have a lot of omelette choices, along with all the other choices of breakfast fare. Bacon is home made by the owner so get a side of 4 slices of thicker sliced bacon with your order. But why 4 stars and not 5? Someone in my group ordered an omelette that requested no tomatoes had them served with the tomatoes. Have to take off a star when you ask for a deletion that was clearly written by the waitress on the order to the chef and was neglected. She took them all out bit by bit, and did like the omelette outside of the tomato error, but it did leave her a bit negative about the error. Outside of the 1 order that was an error, we all will still return. It is a great classic diner with big portions and great value for your breakfast $$. read more

I've been eating here for nearly 5 years about once a month. Best breakfast ever! Different specials everyday. Omelette variations you just won't find anywhere else. Worth going out of the way to try. Big portions and decent value. read more

Best breakfast place I've ever been to. Great food and awesome experience. I went a lot when I lived up there and I miss it enough I may need to drive an hour and change to go back. It is the only place that makes my biased eggs right. Oh and the owner Doug makes each visit better. He is a really nice person and funny. Man I miss letterman's (the only downside to graduating). read more

An old standby for a great breakfast, non-chain style. Made it here today after some farmers/flea marketing at Reddingers. I usually have breakfast, but today, in spite of their long list of awesome omelette selections - I opted for a burger. Honestly, that burger kicked ass! Exactly as ordered. Hot, perfectly cooked, flavorful. Very attentive staff. I think the trick was the grilled bun, maybe with some butter: crack-like. All I'm all, a great place to stop year round, but when they host the huge Antique Extravaganza a few time a year, Fall Football at KU, this places really gets busy read more

As a fan of old diners this one is a treat! The exterior gives no clue to the well preserved step back in time to the very early diner interiors! The food is great too - everything you expect from a diner served hot and fast! Don't miss it when you're in kutztown!!! read more

Absolutely love this place! The portions leave you either stuffed to the point you have to unbutton your pants or you have great leftovers. The menu has something for everyone and the staff is friendly and attentive. It's not your in and out kind of place so you need to realize the griddle is small and everything is cooked fresh for you. But I promise it's worth it! read more

Went outdoor a ride to cabelas this am and detoured to kutztown for breakfast after hearing about this place. Easy to miss as it is tiny, but that comes with a meal made with pride. The locals were friendly to talk to when I sat at the counter, the K-town girls were very cute, as mentioned in another review, and the ploughman's special was sufficient to hold me over until breakfast the next day. I'll definitely take the ride to visit this one again with family, but will be sure to her there early so we can find a seat. read more