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The PaperMoon Diner offers a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience. From the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by an eclectic collection of artwork, vintage memorabilia, dolls, and countless unique decorations that make the restaurant unlike anywhere else. It's definitely a place you have to see to appreciate. One of the biggest conveniences is the parking. They have a designated customer parking lot in addition to available street parking, which takes the stress out of finding a spot. We visited on a Sunday around 12:30 PM with a party of five and were seated immediately. From start to finish, everything exceeded expectations. The service was friendly, attentive, and efficient, and every dish that came to the table was outstanding. We ordered the large Caesar salad, pulled pork sandwich, chicken quesadilla, Monte Egg breakfast sandwich, pesto burger, onion rings and Southern Love burger. Every meal was generously portioned, arrived fresh, and was packed with flavor. No one at the table had a complaint, and everyone left impressed. PaperMoon Diner isn't just known for its quirky atmosphere, it also delivers incredible food to match. If you're looking for a restaurant with a fun, unforgettable vibe and delicious food served in generous portions, this is a spot that's absolutely worth visiting. Highly recommended!
Five stars for ambiance and service! Papermoon is the most unique, fun, creative and eclectic restaurant in Baltimore! Such a fun place to take your family to just be in a fun uplifting atmosphere with toys, patterns and colors on every corner of the space. It's the best place to play eye spy. We had a party of 5 and the food came out just in time. Our server was very friendly. I ordered an omelet and it was a pretty average omelet. It wasn't the best omelet I've ever had. Loved the taste of goat cheese and veggies. The hash browns were okay as well. This is a diner and I think that for a diner is a great and fun place to go with friends and family! I do want to go back and try the blueberry pancakes because they looked incredible.
A D O R A B L Y eclectic! Sensory overload but in such a GOOD way! First thing to rave about is their private parking ... made me an immediate fan. The menu and ambience would make me return. The actual food ... not so much. I hate when the food just completely blows it for me. We didn't like the fries, the burgers, the tofu wrap, the pulled pork ... *sigh* Where was the seasoning? Not a hint of salt, pepper, or advertised hoisin. The service was decent. I don't handle being uncomfortable too well. We got the feeling this is for locals only and that's not a good feeling. I'm looking forward to rocking the t-shirt I purchased but, sadly, that's where the buck stops for me. Despite my displeasure ... PLEASE make it a point to visit ... I cannot rave enough about the decor and artwork (and aforementioned private parking).
Papermoon Diner is such an eclectic little magical diner. A sensory overload for the eyes, but in a neat way. After years of putting off my visit to Papermoon, I finally decided to take a surprise trip with my nephew. Since I knew eating a diner with so much fun stuff enrobing you would be up his alley. We stopped in on a late Sunday morning for breakfast and was lucky enough to not have to wait to be seated. Our server was nice, giving us a moment to decide what we wanted to nosh on while pointing out all the little trinkets covering the walls and ceiling. I opted for the Shrimp and Grits and my nephew settled on the Chocolate Chip Pancakes. The food was delicious. A generous amount of shrimp in the shrimp and grits adorned with some very creamy grits and a sauce chock full of veggies and tasso ham. My nephews stack of pancakes was soft and pillowy to which he devoured. My only gripe were the prices. I felt the pricing for some of the items, particularly the pancakes, were a little pricey. Three pancakes with no additional sides for $17.95 is pretty steep in my opinion. Next time I'll probably do a la carte to get a full meal at the same price of just three pancakes. Nonetheless, we had a great dining experience and we're looking forward to our next visit at Papermoon Diner.
I had an afternoon train back to NYC after a work conference and saw a bunch of reviews about this place. It's very busy on the outside with all of these unique and colorful pieces, trinkets and collector items the owner must've curated throughout their life. I got a sandwich and it was good. I think all of the decorative trinkets, weird dolls, old school toys, the massive pez collection and the other quirky items are the draw here. The food was good but idk if I'd call the menu super memorial. A really nice experience but I don't know if it's a place I'd go back to if I had some other options for brunch. Staff was nice.
Let me tell ya - I was 100% satisfied. This is a place you need to stop by and try if you are ever in Baltimore. Perfect place to go with friends for breakfast/lunch. There may be a small wait, but you usually get in within 20 min. The staff is friendly and have great vibes along with the entire restaurant. You will be amazed by all of the art in front and behind you. It's not your typical diner! Had the shrimp wrap. My friends raved about their options as well (Big Dipper breakfast and the Smarty Pants Burger with fries) we all had a bite before the pictures - it was too good to wait. All beverages are great! The hot chocolate and any milkshake are must gets! Don't say I didn't tell you
I can definitely say that the service at paper Moon is excellent and very fast. They definitely got us in and out for lunch. Our food came out to the table in probably 10 minutes or less from us ordering it. It's a very small place so they definitely can't play around with turning your table over. The restaurant has a hodgepodge of different knickknacks all over its walls and ceilings so there's a lot to look at. You can check out my pictures. I ordered the bananas foster French toast and it was good. I would say it was excellent if my French toast was hot, but I'm just one of those people who prefer my food to come out hot. The French toast was lukewarm. My son did enjoy his Caesar salad, garlic bread and chicken alfredo. I've been coming to Papermoon Diner since the late 90s and I would say it's still a very good diner.
This is a warm and inviting city favorite. Definetely recommend this place to try breakfast or lunch. It's too much of a zoo to make me want to be a regular though. No reservations and a bit tight inside. Neither of those I mind, it's very cozy and I see why they don't take reservations. Pancakes were perfection. Server seemed confused, new, and out of it. Got a couple of our orders wrong (I asked to switch my bread, and other things). I didn't mention it because it was busy and we didn't want to wait for replacements.
Burned Potato's, Poor Service - no check back on food at all. No lox. Benedict was 6 out of 10. Will not be back here, I've been coming here since the 90's. Didn't even fill my coffee cup back up, pathetic.
We had a great experience at Papermoon. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was quirky and fun, and the service was great. The food was done well but really, go for the vibes. You won't regret it!
Came here on a Sunday at 11am and got my party of 4 seated immediately! Around 12, all of the seats were full. Part of their concept is there's no set servers for each table, they have a different person bring out the food vs the receipt. I ordered an egg Benedict and shrimp quesadilla which were both large portions and tasty. I got a to go box for leftovers. Their interior is really interesting, lots of trinkets outside, on the walls, and the ceiling. There is a parking lot for customers only across the street which is a rare find in Baltimore!
After reading reviews about the service on Yelp, I almost didn't come & they were sadly correct but at least the food was tasty & the atmosphere was eclectic. When I arrived, it was almost 2 pm & the dining room was nearly empty & I asked for a window seat but it was refused as I'm a party of 1. Regardless, the whole time I was there, most of those tables remained open. If that wasn't enough, I also asked my waiter for water with no ice & lemon. He forgot the lemon & added ice anyways. During service, my drink never got filled without request & my other drink showed up later, as if he forgot I ordered it. The food was very tasty & the atmosphere is eclectic. If the staff could be more service oriented, this place could rock. But instead I'd say go somewhere else unless you don't need good service & just want an eccentric food experience. It's kind of like the nearby art museum, once you've been once, that's good enough because it's not going to be your go-to place unless you like servers who don't care about the customers.
Very quirky diner and decorations! Even the bathrooms are decorated. I ordered an omelette and the portion was pretty big and it tasted pretty good.
There is a small restaurant chain in the Boston/New Hampshire area which I visit as often as I can called The Friendly Toast. Papermoon Diner is Friendly Toast on steroids and ... substances. Just about every square inch of wall and ceiling space above the wainscotting is filled with something. Now I know why I can't find Pez dispensers anywhere. Now I know where some of my old toys and games disappeared, probably by some gremlin in the middle of the night. Anyway... the menu has both traditional and eclectic options. I wanted to consider the bacon milkshake, just because, but the need for coffee was stronger. My group got a variety of breakfast and lunch items. Everything was delicious, and everything came out quickly. I do feel that for the price you pay on various entrees, you certainly get more for your money with certain choices over others, especially given the cost of the ingredients to prepare them. Staff attitude was slightly inconsistent. Our host had a difficult time managing a smile when we interacted, but everyone else was filled with humor and wit and banter, and it was a pleasure to be served by them. This is a place everyone should visit at least once when in Baltimore; I'd go much more often personally. read more
2 years ago
Papermoon Diner definitely delivers on the quirky front. We debated at what point an obsession with weird stuff / hoarding becomes a collection that people will come to see and enjoy while you eat. It's a borderline thing. But the food here is tasty. Service is at the pace it's at, so don't arrive starving. Also they won't seat groups larger than 6 together. It's good to come in with a plan for seating in groups of 4-6 split around the room. All in all I'm glad we came and I enjoyed my lunch! read more
1 year ago
Very eclectic restaurant, the food was good portions are very filling. The service was also up to par, the only great is it took a little bit for the later to ask what we wanted, but not too much time and I really wouldn't hold them against it because it was quite a bit of people. All in all I will return, then I give five out of five stars. read more
1 year ago
A spunky, eccentric, and unique Baltimore dining experience. A tad expensive but still a great place to bring family in town to give them a taste of the city. They have classic brunch options, with some having a fun spin on them (the big dipper is my go-to). I am looking forward to trying some lunch/ dinner options here! The service style is unconventional but an interesting concept leading to quick service. I was expecting it thanks to a note listed on their menu but could see someone being thrown off by it if they weren't expecting it. read more
3 years ago
The decor alone gives this place high ratings. It's just a very cool place to be and look around and even take some pictures. GLOWS: -Service was effective and efficient -The parking lot across the street is helpful with tight parking in the area -The kids enjoyed the brownie sundae... i would personally need less chocolate syrup. -The French toast sandwich was very tasty. GROWS: -The prices are above average for diner food. -The turkey burger had a good flavor but I wish it was so much more to it for $20. read more
I've been to Papermoon quiet a few times and it's always been great! As soon as you walk in you are greeted by colorful trinkets and toys. There's always so much to look at and it never gets tiring .They have a lot to pick from on the menu from breakfast, lunch and milkshake options. I got the Ham den Omelette and it was delicious l, it had caramelized onions as well as ham under the omelette, all together good flavors. My partner had the Egg Wich which comes with eggs, cheese and chicken sausage. The only I could say was our server didn't check on us that much and we were waiting for a little bit to get the check. Overall experience is good! read more
Pez dispenser bathroom - enough said. Paper moon is a hipster dive diner in Remington. It's a neighborhood and Baltimore staple. You'll notice from the entrance it looks like a consignment shop. This was only my second time in and was glad to see it was still very busy on a Sunday afternoon. They don't offer booze here it's a classic diner fare with a Balitmore twist. I got the sausage gravy and brioche with a side of home fries and my Texas heart was happy. The coffee was slightly cold but good. I swear they used to have biscuits but they don't anymore. Last time we came, we paid at the register but now they will take payment at your table. The decorations are fun to look at. You won't go wrong by coming here for a diner breakfast. Nothing healthy here! read more
10 months ago
Went in on a busy weekend. No wait for a table at all. Parking was plentiful, with space on the street as well as a private lot. The staff was very friendly, with all the servers rotating based on who wasn't busy, which seemed to be more efficient. The decode was classic. Toys and other kitchen from the past 75 years all over the walls and hanging from the ceiling. A wall of Pez dispensers greets you as you walk in, including a full set from OCC. The menu is quite large, with a wide variety of selections. The meal arrived, and was exactly what I wanted and needed. I had the "Big Dipper" which is a tasty eggs in a basket affair done with Brioche. The check came at just the right time, and we were done just as quickly. I look forward to trying some other selections from the menu on future visits' read more
This place is the wildest, trendiest, most eclectic restaurant i've been in. From the entrance you can tell that this place has been one big curation for years. Art and toys mash together along with a succulent menu makes for a good reason to stop by. I had an awesome burger and a killer caramel salted milkshake. The caramel is handmade every day. We sat in the back where you could get a good view of all of the decorations and vintage toys from days gone by. You really don't have to talk to anyone just stare at all of the things in the restaurant. A great find, great food, and great experience. Give it a try. Cheers read more
2 years ago
I took a friend to Papermoon the other day as they are new to Baltimore and have never been. I always love to take people to Papermoon that are from out of town because its very *funky* and I love that about the place! Always a fun time seeing my friends just look around in total amazement! 10/10 decor. The service was also very nice! We went mid-week so it was easy to get a table and the host and server were sooo nice. We were going to split our breakfast ourselves, but they were kind enough to come ask us if we wanted them to just split it all in the kitchen. We really appreciated that! The food...is the reason why I had to give the place 4 stars. Ive been going here for years and I love to take out of towners to papermoon ...but the reason why I would never go on any other normal day is because the food isnt really anything special. It tastes good, but it doesnt really stand out in my opinion. But the decor is just SO cool, so it will always have my business when a friend is visiting! What we ordered (We split the order): French Toast + Chicken Sausage + Eggs read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Very fun establishment + delicious food. Seems like a solid vegetarian and LGBTQ+ friendly brunch spot. Service was insanely fast - we could have been in and out in 30 minutes if needed. I would recommend getting there early or be comfortable with waiting. I went at about 10:30 am and there was a line of people following behind as well as when we left. read more
Super funky and eclectic decor - we loved eating brunch in this diner! There are tens of thousands of trinkets adorning the walls and ceiling...it is such a delight for kids and adults alike to enjoy the kitschy surroundings. So much sensory overload! The entrance has tons of colorful pez dispensers too! The potato cakes with asparagus tower was absolutely delicious and unique! We also enjoyed the breakfast quesadilla, chocolate chip pancakes, eggwich, and coffee. Will definitely return again!!! read more
Good food with good portions, and the server was both attentive and friendly. I only wish there had been music playing when I was there. Their food is a unique blend of Southern and NJ-esque diner food. A little expensive when only the food is considered, but well worth it for the artsy environment you're able to dine in. read more
Quirky is the best description of this totally fun off the main drag Baltimore eatery!! Thank goodness my friends knew where they were going because it is easy to get off on the wrong path in Baltimore but the Papermoon is definitely worth the experience. Ahh but the experience wasn't priceless and I hate to make this notation up front but it seems that once you are seated and served .... you are left forgotten amidst all the cool toys and memorabilia! I almost had to do jumping jacks to get my water refilled and that was my beverage. The wait staff were all smiles and busy but when you have a table full of people you should stop by and say 'hey' every once in a while. A relatively simple menu but my jerk chicken wrap was pretty darn awesome and the friends who chose the place had "the usual" even though they live a state away from Maryland. Clearly they enjoy coming back for the same thing ... I admit to being more adventurous. We did note that the milkshake machine must have taken a siesta because the young man in our. group who ordered one waiting and waited but suddenly it seemed like every table in the room was having milkshakes delivered to some happy person. Baltimore offers many options for dining but if you have kids or feel like a kid while you are in Charm City then come discover just how many Pez dispensers were made because I think they have one of each of them at the Paper Moon! And, before you order a shake ask for the wait time .... read more
1 year ago
We came here early this morning to catch breakfast around 9am. I love the visual feast that greets all visitors to Papermoon Diner-- mannequins decorated with buttons and copper pennies, quirky curiosities, and a well-maintained garden. We were seated immediately, there were only a few people dining as we arrived. We had the Breakfast Burrito and the Egg Christo-- both were de-licious. Our servers were attentive to keep the coffee flowing and checked on us quickly a couple of times. It's really hard for me to concentrate on conversation at the Papermoon because I am constantly trying to visually absorb all of the memories from my childhood that are here. This place is soaking in nostalgia. By the time we left, Papermoon Diner was hopping with many Sunday Brunchers. Thank you, Papermoon, we will be back. read more
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The eclectic decor stresses me out every time I come but the food is so good I keep coming back! They have so many unique dishes. My absolute favorite is the spring egg with a side of grits. The service is always great too. Definitely recommend! read more
This has a zany exterior and interior. It certainly has character! We ordered a few breakfast dishes that were all good. The stand out was the Spring Egg dish. At first it seemed too healthy (like I had accidentally ordered a bowl of spinach with egg on top) until I dug under a bit and found the delcious potato cake underneath. That added precisely what was missing. I woukd go back for that dish. The milkshakes have to be ordered first thing because it takes so long to make them. I didn't think they were anything worth a 40 minute wait. We got ours the same time as the check. The bacon one was cool though and an enjoyable flavor. read more
I love this spot for the ambience alone, opened in 1994 this small place packs a lot of punch. Outdoor seating is beautiful and covered with a nice breeze. I wasn't a fan of the "crispy" chicken wrap but I loved looking around. Only one server waiting all the tables but he was great. Looking to come back and try something new off the menu read more
3 years ago
I adore the Remington Community... The people, taverns, and eateries have always held a place in my heart.. Omw, out of town, so I decided a good ole nostalgic breakfast with PaperMoon... For us Baltimore when it comes to PaperMoon, if you know.. you know! *DON'T JUDGE THIS VERY INTERESTING BOOK BYVTHE COVER* Now today the food was a bit off but the svc was top notch and the atmosphere was fun, whimsical and entertaining.. I ordered a spinach, bacon & Goat Cheese Omelet with avocado & 1 sausage link on the side... I was soon instructed that we didn't have sausage.. Cool by me..MORE BACONNNNN!! N e who, my friend & I's good arrived and she was given sausage that they didn't have.. Again, ish happens! Although my Omelet was packed with bacon bits.. it lacked flavor, little cheese & my avocado was placed inside.. Again.. it may have been an off day but nonetheless..cool place to visit.. make sure yo order a milkshake & take lots of pics!!! read more
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It's honestly crazy how long I've been passing this place so curious, I finally peaked my curiosity on a Sunday morning for brunch with my mom and Grandma. The moment you walk in you realize that it's equally eclectic on the inside as it is on the outside. The space is very open with a breakfast bar as soon as you walk in. To the left are quite a few tables in a dining area and when you turn to the right and walk down the hallway there's another dining area. We were sat in the dining area to the right and was greeted by the initial person who took our order. Everyone seemed to work together to here to ensure service was prompt. We began looking through the menu although respectfully distracted by the millions of pieces of art all over the restaurant. The menu is quite extensive and after quite a few moments we finally landed. I ordered the Sage sausage and mushroom with Gouda omelette with homefries, a salad as the side as opposed to toast and a side of avocados to put in my salad. The eggs were so light and fluffy and full of flavor. The salad was fresh and just what I needed, including the avocados was the perfect cherry on top. The home fries were seasoned to perfection and just the crispiness I love. My family also enjoyed their meals and shared that they'd come back, to celebrate something or have more people join. 9/10 would recommend! read more
3 years ago
papermoondiner offers a quirky dining experience with lively, eccentric decor. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner ALL DAY & have a list of unique shakes including a Bacon Milkshake and a Chunky Monkey Milkshake !! - We we're seated as soon as we walked in. Service was excellent as was the f * The diner offers vegan and gluten free entrees. * Not recommended for individuals afraid of mannequins. read more
3 years ago
OMG !!!! This place is freakin' awesome ... just think " OVERLOAD " Food : the menu first of all is overload, so many choices that it takes you awhile to decide what you want to try. Once you decide and your food arrives it's unbelievable from the presentation to the amount you get to the delicious taste. Visual: just arriving you are amazed at the artistry of mannequins that greets you. Then when you enter your mind is blown from the huge Pez collection, the disembodied doll heads staring at you from a glass cabinet to the everything that fills the restaurant This is a must for those that appreciate awesome food at a reasonable price to the interesting items throughout the place. read more
1 year ago
There seemed to be more cons than pros this visit. My past visit that was all pro was before I became a Yelper. I don't believe this place takes reservations so we had a long wait, with nowhere to sit. We were finally seated and the 5 of us were sardines at a table. We had to asked to be moved and were initially told no, but finally were reseated. Service was slow, I barely got refills on anything. I ordered pigs in a blanket and home fries, plus coffee. Everything was good but the home fries. Not a horrible visit, but not the best. read more
Like every other review here: Come for the pretty good food, stay for the incredibly weird decor. Or maybe vice versa? It's good at any rate. In addition to diner classics, there are some more unusual (at least to me) dishes, like this potato cake and asparagus tower with hollandaise (very rich, pretty tasty). read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
The food was so good! I had The Big Dipper and it was delicious! It doesn't matter what side of the restaurant you sit in, there's so much fun stuff to look at around the room. My friends and I even played I spy lol The service was good too but be prepared for a little wait since the place usually stays busy and there aren't a lot of servers. read more
2 years ago
Unique atmosphere and design. We were greeted at the door , as soon as we were seated we received a glass of water and immediately out drink order was taken ... I then ordered Shrimp and Grits which was tasty ( they can leave off the ham sauce , I would prefer creole sauce, any other type of sauce. Service was ok .. Maya could have smiled and act like she wanted to be at or at least greeted us like the host read more
I have gone to papermoon since I was a young girl! It is always fun to experience! I usually get breakfast but this time I thought I would branch out and try something new! I decided to get the cheesesteak which was amazing! We also got the pasta which was also amazing! It has ma fun diner vibe and the food is good but be ready for a wait! I would not recommend for a very large party or to go during brunch hours. Either before or after that time. The service overall was not bad. It was pretty typical and nothing spectacular. Overall this is a fun place to dine with good fun food options! read more
I was able to come here right before indoor dining was shut down again in Baltimore and I'm so so glad I did. I was waiting for my car inspection to finish and this was within walking distance of the shop so I thought I'd come here for an early lunch/late breakfast. First off you can't overlook the aesthetic, it's kitschy and full of quirky nick nacks, and I just love it! (Pictures below) The waitress who was also the seating hostess was so sweet, and had great timing. Also the tables now all have this plastic hanging barrier which is so cool that they went above and beyond like that in these Covid times. For food I got the turkey burger which I can't even compare to any turkey burger I've ever had before, because it was so.. different? The menu says it's dark meat turkey and indeed it is, it almost kind of tasted like a regular beef burger, which in my opinion is a good thing. The cheese, avocado and lemon aioli and other toppings were just the right amount and overall the taste was great. Additionally, the fries must have been triple fried in CBD oil or something (they're not, that's a joke) because they were amazing! Possibly some of the best fries I've had in my life which is really saying something. I don't know how Papermoon diner would taste as takeout but as soon as they're accepting dine in again, I'll be sure to be back!! read more
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227 W 29th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
Remington
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