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Nick's Diner

4.3 (322 reviews)
Open • 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Kenneth K.

Amazing diner. Since Tastee closed this is a pleasant sight. Had some pancakes and a Greek omelette for breakfast a few weeks ago and loved it. Service was fast and friendly. Ambiance is that of a very small old school diner.

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Chris D.

The entrance was hidden like a reverse escape room but we eventually figured out how to enter. I've always seen this place going to Wheaton mall and probably came in once long ago but my kids kept seeing it and wanted to check it out. The food was really amazing and it was really flavorful. My son has been on a weird chili kick and loved the chili here... he says it's the best chili but honestly I think he says that about all chili. I got their scrapple sandwich and it was awesome. I've been on a scrapple kick and been saying that about every place I get scrapple from... and my daughter had the chocolate pancakes which she did not finish there by ate for dinner later that night. The service staff was attentive and friendly. As we left, a couple stopped us asking how to get in and I had to show them the hidden entrance cause reverse escape room... yeah...

Dee D.

Friendly and efficient staff made for a pleasant visit. The small was truly small, but the portions overall were large. The blueberry pancakes were delicious, the pork sausage was tasty, and the scrambled eggs were good. The corned beef hash was clearly canned but fine for what it was. The potatoes were good, the coffee was tasty, and even the water was good. Overall a solid average diner experience.

Mario N.

Nick's Diner, located at 11199 Veirs Mill Road in Wheaton, MD, is a landmark family-owned institution that has served the community for over 40 years. It is widely regarded as an "old-school" diner, characterized by its narrow layout, chrome swivel stools, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The diner was opened in September 1982 by Nick and Sophia Markopoulos. Nick, who immigrated from Greece, had a long history in the restaurant industry before establishing this Wheaton staple. The restaurant has remained a family affair for its entire existence. While Nick has officially retired (recently celebrating his 75th birthday at the diner), the day-to-day operations were passed down to his children, George Markopoulos and Heather Markopoulos. The menu is centered on traditional diner staples with a few unique family recipes. Guests frequently praise the large portions and the "old-school" preparations, such as blueberry, banana, or chocolate chip pancakes, corned beef hash with eggs, and the "Meat Lovers" omelet. The menu also includes a variety of cold and hot sandwiches, house-baked ham, and their famous home fries. I have been to Nick's Diner many times in the past, but had not written about this "old school" diner. But what really sets this finer apart is the super friendly service and welcoming attitude of every server. Most dishes are prepared in their flat iron skillet, but the cooks manage to put out expertly prepared and delicious breakfast and lunch dishes. It is always a pleasure to order my favorite, the turkey club on toasted whole wheat with Swiss cheese and bacon, always served with a generous side of potato chips mounted on top of the sandwich. If you are looking for an authentic, old-school diner experience, I fully recommend Nick's Diner!

Two eggs over easy, country ham, and breakfast potatoes
Taylor G.

Ladies and gentlemen...THIS is a diner! I've been visiting the Potomac/Bethesda area for the last week and when I tell you, I could not find a real diner around here that wasn't a chain or outrageously priced lol. I walk into here and it feels just like Home in New Jersey. Hard-working people, making magic at the grill. While, I would've killed to try the pancakes, i'm not having bread right now so that was a bummer but they looked amazing. I can say however I visited this place three times on my trip for breakfast. You pay the right amount of money and you get high-quality, delicious food. The bacon is thick sliced, the omelettes are beautifully prepared, the country ham is a must get! It's sliced fresh right in front of you. I wish I could articulate in a better way how much I enjoyed this place. Just the people in there as well. Meaning no offense, but Potomac is kind of notorious for having a bunch of snobby, uppity people around who kind of seem detached from real life. So coming in here where it was down-home, hard-working people you were surrounded by ---both customer and employees--- I felt way more at home eating here. If you're looking for a true bang for your book, you have to try this place out. Better than paying $20 for the same exact meal at some local chain diners in the area.

Jeck F.

Consistently great breakfast here. Parking can be difficult because it's on a busy intersection. The service is quick and food is always hot. It's a very family oriented place. Prices are good and there is always seating when I've gone in the mornings.

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Helene H.

It's a solid diner only open for breakfast and lunch. A limited menu with breakfast, salads and sandwiches. The service was good, once they actually remembered the water. It seemed like they worked as a team. It's very casual inside like a diner should be

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Great food and service. Simple and well done. I've gone for lunch and breakfast. Never disappoints!

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I only eat their breakfast and corn beef sandwich. Never disappoints and is reasonably priced.

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Breakfast on point, friendly and fast service love love the breakfast potatoes. Highly recommend

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Great Food and service. I have been coming here for the past 18 years and they never disappoint.

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