We had a looooong drive and after hours on the road, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the retro charm & glorious food of Owl Diner was a fun treat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Michelle was our lovely & caring server - she is a national treasure! Plentiful parking, immediately seated & a quick shot back to highway. Thank you, Michelle! read more

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Stopped in with my daughter and it was great. We had coffee, chocolate chip pancakes, and a steak bomb Benedict. The waitress stopped by not long after delivering our food with two extra eggs Benedict explaining that the cook had broken one of my yolks and wanted to ensure they both were replaced! Maybe this is usual, but it felt over the top in the customer service to ensure I had a good experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The diner itself is super cute. We loved the owl theme and old timey diner feeling.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tips are cash only, but you can pay the check by card or take out cash at the in-house ATM. read more

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Four Sisters. Real Diner. Delicious Excellent service. Parking can be a challenge but it's worth it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a diner. Clean and halcyon[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They so nice. I love their American chop suey. read more

I haven't been to the Owl Diner in some time. After today's visit I see no need to return. In short: My food was served very cold. The server didn't both to check on me. I sat with an empty coffee mug for about 12 minutes. I asked for a container to take my food home. I ate next to none of my food yet she never inquired why! And like an idiot, I tipped her for her lousy service. Don't worry. It won't happen again! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant is quaint, so I typically order takeout.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is always quick, kind and easy.Food is good. Sometimes my eggs can be a bit runny so I asked them scrambled hard. Otherwise decent selections read more

Walked in and was warmly greeted! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat at the "lovers table"![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was fun! Loved the charm![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Super friendly staff! read more

Owl Diner - Special waffle! Belgium waffle with whip cream strawberries! - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

My sister ordered just a simple French toast with bananas. I got the Greek Benedict, it was my first time having eggs Benedict The sauce had a rich taste, it was neutral for me. Wasn't bad but wasn't the greatest, just not used to it. The service was friendly and good. Would return to try other items on the menu. read more

Owl Diner - Greek Benedict - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ok this is the cutest diner in the whole world![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I absolutely LOVE owls and I had to go check this place out as a diner and owl lover. The parking is limited, but expected, because Lowell.. I ended up getting a spot in front as someone left. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walking inside, you definitely get the old-school diner feel and the waitress behind the bar area greeted us and told us to sit anywhere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It looks like a small place from the outside, but somehow, it kept going and going inside haha The waitress was so nice and was super talkative and kind to all her customers. She knew some of them as regulars and made jokes, small talk, and checked in often. I got a simple order of scrambled eggs and she served it up fast and was quick to make sure I didn't need anything else. Breakfast was delicious and served hot! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe here is perfect and having breakfast here will start your day off right![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'll definitely be back! Highly recommended if you want a cute spot to check out. read more

I would call this a hidden gem but everyone on the north shore knows about it! We waited about 10 mins to be seated and from there our server was AMAZING! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is a retro diner that give the nostalgia you need![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We spent about $76 total items range from $8-$15 on the breakfast side ! I will definitely be back read more

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Had eggs Benedict with hollandaise. Awesome. Moist ham thick. Sauce was tasty along with home fries. Service has always been the best. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Of course there is abit of dishes banging in the back, but hey it's a diner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Was pointed to this apparently famous little stop. The food was outstanding. The people were great. Will definitely come back anytime we're in Lowell. read more

Food is always good. Service is prompt and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is always packed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Prices are good and portions are great. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the Owl Diner! A hidden gem![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Been coming here since I was a kid! And just returned after too long! Food is delicious! And the service is excellent! Very welcoming and friendly! Thanks Michelle! :) read more

Delicious breakfast in a traditional diner. Perfectly cooked; service was friendly, prompt and thoughtful.

I went looking for a Americana diner and I found a good one in Owl Diner. When you first arrive it's like your in a scene from a Marvel movie because the exterior looks like the diner the Avengers eat at in the extra scene of The movie. The interior is pure Americana. It looks small from outside but there is actually more seating then what it looks like. They have a good amount of choices especially in the omelet section of the menu. We decided to share in the corned beef hash breakfast and a blueberry short stack. Both was really good. The corned beef hash is seasoned perfectly and the eggs and home fried potatoes were fluffy and flavorful. The pancakes were good and not dry like what was in a earlier review. Another diner to add to our return list. read more

Owl Diner - Pure American diner. My fav type of dining. - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Been coming for years, as soon as you sit down, they bring you coffee. They enhance the can hash. They have a long list of omelettes. Gluten Free and Keto friendly. All delicious and a friendly place. read more

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Cool diner with a long local history. There's a incredibly long list of possible omelets though to be frank everything is basically your standard diner fare. I had a breakfast wrap that was okay, with a side of home fries that were quite good. Service is friendly and clearly it's a community favorite. It was a hop and a skip over from the commuter rail, which made it quite convenient for me. read more

Owl Diner - Owl Wrap - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

It's a diner. They have excellent breakfast food and service at excellent prices. Get the Hungry Owl. read more

Owl Diner - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Fun experience. Friendly staff. Good food. I loved sitting at the counter and watching them cook the food on the griddle. It's an art for sure! read more

This is my absolute favorite place to go for omelettes. I always order the Dutton St omelette (corn beef hash and American cheese), which comes with amazing homefries and toast. My only complaint is that they're not open all day. But their omelettes are SO GOOD. read more

Owl Diner - Deliciously gooey hash and cheese omelette - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Very consistent excellent food. Friendly staff that is knowledgeable regarding menu. Never had a bad meal and the family has been going to the OWL for years read more

This place has suffer big changes since Covid, none of them positive. The last two times the food was either burned or poorly cooked. The service is just ok. Good luck at getting more coffee, after the first cup. read more

I need to say - this place was great! It was recommended by a coworker and I couldn't be happier! The ambiance is that of an old school diner and it was amazing. The service and food were both phenomenal. (Even saw former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis walk through!). Got the special - 2 eggs (added a third), three pancakes (added chocolate chips - they were huge!), substituted for a fruit cup, substituted the sausage for more bacon, and got a coffee. For this place to get negative reviews, to me, isn't fair. I will definitely come back! read more

Haven't been in a while, so was happy to get back to my favorite, The Owl. Met Martha for breakfast. PRO-Happy to see the same experienced staff, as had been there "Pre-Covid". The Ham still the same thick cut, "real ham" not the crappy deli slices you get elsewhere. Home fries were terrific & my eggs were cooked, as I asked. Martha had a great omelet, that came with toast & home fries. CON-Parking can be tight. Out front, a few spots, a lot next door, but you might have to park on the street during weekends. SO- If I have to pick a place for breakfast, you'll find me at the Owl Be sure to bring cash to tip your waitress. You can charge the meal, but tips are CASH ONLY. read more

The Owl Diner is the real deal. It is a traditional, neighborhood diner in the middle of Lowell. The service is fast and very friendly, the food is hearty, delicious and inexpensive, and (what can I say) [[HIGHLIGHT]]it's a real diner where the ambiance is to treat everyone like a neighbor (even if it is your first visit).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Good food, great service, clean and spacious. Fresh OJ is tasty and the home fries are just delicious. The waffles could use a little work, they get soggy by the time they reach the table. read more

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very cozy and bustling on a weekend. My mom was here visiting and we decided to go and have the specialty French toast and a typical breakfast. Well worth the drive. Service was adequate not too much not too little. read more

It's a great diner and always serves up wonderful omelets. The service is friendly and they are always around to offer more coffee. The only minor thing is their baked beans. They needed something and need to be hot! Otherwise, it's a very wonderful place to eat. read more

Finally took my wife here, guess we had to move to Florida to come back and have me take her to the Owl. Our server was a very cheerful and pleasant woman, wish I caught her name, she made you feel like you ate here every day. My wife went with bacon and eggs and I ham and eggs. My wife commented the bacon was cooked the way I like it, not over cooked, nice and chewy. I then cut her a piece of my ham in which she commented, WOW that is good. Eggs, home fries and toast were all cooked to perfection. The quality of the food along with the prep tells you why the Owl has been here for so many years read more

Service very cheerful - A wonderful way to start your day. Everything is good But The ham is the real game changer hear something about it tremendous. A wonderful place for breakfast, launch. Weekends can be very busy but well worth the wait.....Argentine Cowboys Boston ma....... read more

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Really a 3.5 stars. I had to try Owl when my niece who lives in Lowell pointed it out from the street and said that everyone loves that place. It really is an institution in Lowell. Very old school. It looked packed from the outside, but it was bigger than it looked from the front. We found a nice window booth in the dining area to the right and behind the box car front. The table was covered in advertising from Lowell small businesses. The menu titled "four sisters diner" was given to us. The history if the diner is printed on the front of the menu and I thought it was a nice touch. Coffee was served in a mug full of advertising as well. I had no issue with this. It shows the diner supports Lowell businesses. It also reflects how popular the diner is with the locals. I love the fact that this diner isn't a pork haven like most breakfast places. I got the Irish Benny. I absolutely love corned beef and corn beef hash, so this was perfect. The coffee wasn't great, but what can you expect from a region that hails to Dunkin Donuts. The potatoes weren't bad but nothing to write home about. I'd recommend breakfast at Owl to anyone visiting Lowell, Mass. read more

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The Four Sisters Owl Diner is a Lowell landmark and a great little diner, which is open for breakfast and lunch. The front portion of the diner is housed in an old Worcester Lunch Car and attached to a building addition. As you enter, there's a lunch counter with stool seating and the hot grill area behind the counter. There's a separate dining room to the right. The breakfast menu offers the typical breakfast favorites including egg dishes, omelettes (named after Lowell streets), quiche, sandwiches, corned beef hash patties, pancakes, French toast, cereals, home fries, beans, meats, toast, muffins, danishes, fresh fruit, and coffee, juices & milk. The lunch menu offers soup, salads, sandwiches, dinner plates (meatloaf, chicken, steak, liver & onions) and cold drinks. During my field visit along Appleton Street, I stopped in for breakfast and sat at the lunch counter. The waitress offered me hot coffee ($1.50) and I ordered the Quiche ($6.95) with a fresh fruit cup. The Quiche was very heavy with lots of cheese and spinach (Florentine) and very tasty. The mixed fresh fruit cup was a refreshing accompaniment. I was given another refill of coffee during my visit. The service was good and efficient. I was in and out of here in 25 minutes, just in time to do another spot check of cars in the field. read more

Owl Diner - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

I can say from experience I came here a few times and those few times the service has been good. Theres plenty of parking. The place was pretty busy but the waitress was good at coming back to grt everythung that I needed or maybe it was because I was dressed in a suit. The food was good read more

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Officially my favorite breakfast place in Lowell. I love the nostalgic diner car with the retro appliances and juke boxes. The menu is large and diverse enough to make your decision plenty difficult, but if you're in a hurry just close your eyes and point to something - you'll probably end up liking it. I usually go for the Fletcher St. Omelette and am never disappointed- other than the fact that I can rarely finish the whole thing. Sitting at the counter is fun, but there's also booth seating and table seating in a separate dining room. You can park either on the street or in the lot next to the diner, which is a little tricky to find at first, but easy to get in and out of. The first time we went, we were asked if we'd like beans with our order - which is complimentary and an interesting addition to any order. We don't really get asked anymore, but it's still available if you're interested. There's one server I've had a few times that I'm not fond of because she forgets things, mixes up orders regularly, and spends more time flirting with the men in the room (score for the guys) than she does on making sure her guests have drinks on the table- but everyone else is great. If they got rid of that one waitress, I'd give them five stars- no offense to the girl of course- waitressing just isn't her thing. read more

My favorite place in Lowell for breakfast cooked fast and right in the open kitchen. It's a diner so tables are close to others still there is enough space so everyone has privacy. Walk -in can choose your own seat or booth, waitress and staff welcome everyone at the door. Free coffee refills. Gluten free toast! Pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham...always packed when i go on Sunday which is awesome. Will definitely keep going back! read more

My wife and I enjoyed the food here . The service was great . One thing I dislike was the coffee it wasn't great for me . It was more water than coffee seem to me it didn't have good water and coffee ratio . read more

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Definitely one of my favorite diners in New England. I typically get an omelette with American and cedder cheese along with onions and tomatoes. Which comes with home fries and toast. The staff is always friendly and the chef is awesome. This guy is a boss behind the counter cooking up any request that the customers want(as long as they have the ingredients) Keep up the good work owl diner. read more

Owl Diner - Tomato, onion, and cedder cheese omelette with well done home fries - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

They do a great breakfast. Busy all of the time but worth the wait.

Food is great if you ever get what you order. Slow, run out of everything, and don't inform wait staff ahead of time. Often "lose" the ticket. When express concern the crunchy old owners throw a tantrum. Saw four tables walk out. read more

A solid diner with solid diner food. It's what you'd expect from a place like this. I'm from the south and was up here on vacation and have found that most places don't have that southern hospitality feel I'm used to, so I've been trying to not let that detract too much from my reviews. The service was quick and helpful, but cold and almost a touch unwelcoming, but don't let that deter you from coming. The food was good. Again, it was diner food, but good diner food. A big enough selection, but not too many choices was a very nice thing to see. The food came out very quickly and was hot and fresh. I had the Methuen St Omelette with raisin toast. We came on a busy Sunday morning and were able to find parking, they have an entire lot next to the diner. The only thing is they ONLY accept cash tips. So make sure you've got some cash to tip your wait staff. read more

Owl Diner - Methuen St Omelette - Diners Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts