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    Mr D's

    3.7 (445 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Neil G.

    I've been to Mr. D's Diner a few times now and can't believe I'm only reviewing it now. Shame on me. As someone who was spoiled by truly great chicken fried steak back when I lived in the Pacific Northwest, I'll admit I'm picky. Down here in this part of OC, there aren't many spots that even come close. Mr. D's? Not quite PNW-level--but honestly, pretty darn acceptable (and that says a lot lol). Their chicken fried steak comes out generous: well-battered, nicely fried, served with country potatoes and veggies. I do miss a good old biscuit and chunky, meaty gravy, but their version--while smoother and less chunky--is still tasty and satisfying.( but seriously, you could add more lol) We had an early family dinner here and everything hit the spot. I had the chicken fried steak, my fiancé ordered the chilaquiles, and the kids went classic with a BLT and a hamburger, both with fries. No complaints all around. Service is friendly and efficient, the restaurant is clean, bright, and very well kept. And the décor? Full-on 1950s diner vibes--done right. Not kitschy, not cheap-looking, just straight-up retro cool. Kudos to the Mr. D's team for committing to the theme. I didn't try the pies yet (they're staring at you from the display case), but they looked tempting enough that I know I'll be back. Solid diner, generous portions, good vibes. Definitely worth a stop.

    Rob A.

    Love me some diner style breakfast fare. Breakfast is breakfast, right? Eggs, bacon, potatoes in some form (hash browns or home fries), toast, etc. Yes, breakfast is a staple but at a good diner you get to add the atmosphere and decor and that can make all the difference. Mr D's has the diner magic going on. Good service, good food, good ambiance. Hey, that meets all the requirements!

    Country fried steak and eggs
    Clarence R.

    Cute place with a 50's vibe. Plenty of seating. Food was average good. Not spectacular, but not lacking. Although tater tots are always a plus. Gravy was just a tad off for my taste, but not bad. Service was great!

    Gyro Sand
    Lisa K.

    The bar area was busy for a Tuesday night. They have a full bar, but this is definitely not a high end craft cocktail place so go in with that mindset and it's fine. I had the Chicken Gyro which was actually really good. Recommend the tzatziki sauce on the side. This also comes with fries, side salad or tots. They aren't pictured because my fries came out separately in a fresh basket which was very tasty. The vibe in here is definitely of an old school diner, but it's cute, clean and a good place for gathering. Angela the bartender is always super nice too and if you don't like your cocktail, she is happy to remake it for you!

    Alicia C.

    Food,ambiance and customer service is always so on point. I had the breakfast plater and my friend had the biscuits and gravy. Lots of food and great for sharing. I would suggest this as a family friendly restaurant with accommodations for small business accommodations as well. Plenty of booths and tables. I see the parking lot has handicap excisability but still has ramp to door. So that's a plus,and again a nice place to visit its unique decor. A must try and sit with Marilyn Monroe while you wait to be seated.

    My omelette.
    Jim A.

    We came to eat at Mr. D's around noon. One nice thing is they serve breakfast all day. I ordered an omelette and had them remove one item and substitute another. The omelette came with potatoes and also an option of substituting a pancake for toast, which I did. On a positive note the pancake was very good. Nice and fluffy. On a negative note I did not think the omelette was anything special. Overall, I was unimpressed with the omelette and have had much better omelettes at other locations. The waitress was very nice and the service was good.

    ABC Cali.  As you can see. It's huge.  Tasty great recitation. Very good seasoning.
    Del M.

    Great place for a gyro meal. Fresh fruit Delish Also delicious sandwich with tots. Took a pic with Marilyn Too. Clean place helpful servers.

    Andrea B.

    Had Sunday morning breakfast here and let me just say don't get the coffee. It was so weak, I could finish the cup in like 2 sips, it was as if I was drinking water, for a diner I would expect better. The waitress who took my order was nice and the theme inside the place was actually really cool! I had high hopes for the place. I ordered the country breakfast and that was actually okay. I wasn't a fan of the eggs but the hashbrowns and biscuit and gravy with the sausage patty on it was good. It's so close to my home , I wish I had liked it more but unfortunately it's not going to be one of my frequently visited places.

    Dee C.

    I've wanted to try this place for a long time. My name starts with a D, so it felt fitting. From the outside it's big, bold, flashy--almost like Good Burger meets a 1950s roadside diner. Walking in, it fully commits to the theme. Marilyn Monroe front and center, Elvis nearby, a Christmas tree this time of year, even a Cadillac front-end turned into a table. It's decked out, full-on retro, very Pulp Fiction energy. Visually, they nailed it. The food, unfortunately, didn't live up to the setting. It was fine, but nothing memorable. A bit over-salted and over-seasoned, especially the hash browns. I ordered what I think was the Euro or California omelet--huge portion, but oddly light on egg. That was confusing. The coffee situation was also disappointing. Pre-packaged half-and-half containers feel wrong in a diner. When you think diner coffee, you think real cream, not tiny plastic pods. That kind of thing just screams chain behavior. Service was great, friendly and attentive, though it was slow--rainy day, understandable. The interior is easily the highlight. The ingredients, however, feel cheap in places. Corn syrup ketchup on the counter doesn't exactly match the care put into the decor. You don't have to be artisanal, but you also don't have to cut corners like that. Overall, it's a fun place to look at and experience once. The atmosphere does a lot of heavy lifting. I just wish the food and details matched the effort put into the theme.

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    Very good breakfast. The decor is really cool. Will go back and definitely would recommend to friends and family.

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    Such a great spot good food a nice variety clean friendly atmosphere good service and plenty of seating and parking

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    The food was fresh and good. Service was good with a few opening week jitters. The employees were all great.

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    Great diner with large menu and large outdoor seating area under a tent. Would definitely go back again!

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    Ask the Community - Mr D's

    You ever had the breakfast shot? Butterscotch and Jameson followed by the oj shot. Then chase with a strip of crispy bacon

    Yea

    Can you please advise on the military discount and how it applies? For all entrees? Are desserts excluded?

    It applies to your total bill.

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