Cancel

Open app

Search

Penny's Diner

3.1 (236 reviews)
InexpensiveDiners
Open Open 24 hours

Penny's Diner Photos

Business Info

PENNY'S DINER ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Divey
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Penny's Diner

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Mint Chocolate Chip Shake
Sara B.

Wow! This was the most redeeming quality of having to stay in Rawlins, WY for the night after car troubles. I didn't have the highest hopes because our hotel check-in had been in Penny's Diner, and it seemed it would not be open to the public until 6pm; it seemed to only serve workers prior to this time. The decor was super-charming with the swinging hips Elvis clock, old records including Barbra Streisand, and the retro print tabletops. My son and husband got hand-spun mint chocolate chip shakes and they brought the overflow in a metal cup- plenty for everyone. I ordered the Ruben, and was shocked by the delicious crispness of the sandwich and tater tots. Only gripe was they are short-staffed, as the signs indicate. Cody was working overtime to get everyone's order made swiftly before our very eyes in their open kitchen. Definitely a spot to check out if you find yourself in Rawlins, WY.

Receipt
Rachel H.

I would give zero stars if I could. We stayed at the hotel behind the diner. They give you a menu when you check in and they have cards in the hotel rooms with QR codes telling you to order online. Don't do this! It's a trap. We ordered online and when we went to pick up the order they told us they had been trying to call us because they didn't have the shakes we ordered or the mashed potatoes and gravy. This was no big deal although they shouldn't advertise things they don't have. The real issue is that the person said even though they couldn't give us our order, they were unable to refund any money!! What??!! How is that possible? Open the register and give me the money back! But they did not. Why would they advertise to order online knowing they don't have half the menu items and if they know they can't refund online orders (which makes no sense) why are they letting customers order online??! They gave us a few cookies instead of our money back. They gave us the rest of the order, but instead of fries they gave us tater tots. They are disorganized and the food was mediocre at best! Trust the other bad reviews and steer clear! The only thing this place has going for it is that it's a cute place. Totally not worth the money or the hassle. Terrible customer service!

Our "party" looking for a roadside lunch.

We were excited to stop at this super cute diner. As we walked in, we were greeted at the door by the...we assumed..manager who asked how many were in our "party". We had 6. He refused us service. Said he only had two workers and they couldn't accommodate us. We told them we were in no hurry, there were other diners there, but he said no. So we can't attest to the food , but the service was kind of stinky.

Food was great! Highly recommend the western burger. Service was friendly and fast, Leroy was very friendly. The ambiance of the old diner feel really was a classic (the only thing was to add some variety to the music)!! Great place in Rawlins

Don't bother they won't serve regular customers.

See all

1 year ago

The diner was charming and food was quick and delicious! Leroy was personable and kind. Great environment for a quick food stop.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Yeah, no... if you're not going to be open please post it. No service no food... just nope.

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

It seems it's for hotel guests only. I was disappointed, it looked like a really cool restaurant!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Lisa A.
6
11
10

5 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Deb J.
1
61
25

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Great service even better food highly recommend stopping in and trying the breakfast burrito

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Same as other reviews. Walked in at noon and was told they were not serving people. I would choose someplace else.

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Judy D.
0
43
12

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Don L.
238
10
8

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ken P.
0
138
27

4 years ago

Hood good, pleasant staff but on this day understaffed but they did their best. Just have to be patient.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Rod S.
469
1188
1326

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of C. E.
0
281
16

4 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

The food was cooked fast and to order. Everything was fresh and delicious. The service was amazing. Very nice and attentive staff!!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1
Photo of R T.
10
45
2

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Don't believe the road signs or anything on google. This diner is only open for baymont hotel guest.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Elaine E.
56
100
48

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of T K.
0
1
0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 2 of 6

Ask the Community - Penny's Diner

Review Highlights - Penny's Diner

Stopped here on our way back home to Texas.

Mentioned in 7 reviews

Read more highlights

Verify this business for free

Get access to customer & competitor insights.

Verify this business

Cactus Jacks - Ribeye with baked potato

Cactus Jacks

3.5(108 reviews)
0.5 mi
$$

The service was great and the food was perfect! Did not disappoint. We will be going back.read more

I understand the establishment was understaffed with one server, I ran in while we were gasing up…read morevehicles at the station next door, found the waitress in the back, and explained we were going to be a party of three, dining in, and I wanted to order the Feast, which we were going to share, AND TWO OF US HAD A 4-HOUR DRIVE TO DENVER, SO WE WANTED TO EAT QUICKLY. "So, you want me to put in the order now?" she asked. "Yes, please." "What sides?" she asked. So, evidently, she couldn't enter an order of pre-cooked BBQ and register urgency/efficiency without knowing which sides. When we returned five-minutes later, several others had now arrived. She served a newly-seated table of 4 waters, then returned for their orders, without acknowledging us. Then did the same for a table of two. It was at least 20-minutes before she acknowledged us. I said "We decided on those sides - garlic mashed potatoes and mac and cheese." Then, another 20 minutes before we were served! As she served the other tables in order, having never put in ours, and lacking any consideration or courtesy to expedite it. The food, including the meats, was bland, the sauces overly sweet, being sugar or "honey" based, and the reviewed "large portion" Feast for Two at $28.95, could have fed one hungry individual. Of particular note, after the delay and our Feast arrived with two COLD baby back ribs. Even if this overpriced meal only came with two ribs, you would think any server might have been considerate to add one more for a party of 3 sharing the Feast. We lost over an hour on a requested and first ordered prepaid meal to an in courteous waitress, whom I suspect may not have possessed the cognitive ability to comprehend an express order, for an over-priced order of small-portioned, bland BBQ Feast. Old and run down diner, atmosphere. Definitely, not worth the stop!

Photos
Cactus Jacks - The fam enjoying the meal.

The fam enjoying the meal.

Cactus Jacks - Reuben with vegetable side

Reuben with vegetable side

Cactus Jacks - Cute place!

See all

Cute place!

Cappy's Restaurant & Bar - Combo Appetizer Platter with Buffalo Chicken Strips,  Jalapeño Poppers, Deep Fried Mushroom, Mozzarella Cheese Sticks with Marinara

Cappy's Restaurant & Bar

3.3(100 reviews)
2.7 mi
$$

We stopped into the location because it was close to where we were staying, and we were really…read morehungry. The building is divided into two areas, restaurant and bar. We opted to sit in the restaurant, since there was no one else in there. While we were there, several people came in and went back to the bar. We wondered if we should have sat in there instead since it was favored by the locals. We ordered appetizer to share between the two of us, and I ordered a cup of their chicken rice soup of the day. The soup was the star of my meal. I wish I'd gotten a bowl instead, since it had good flavor, and hit the spot. The appetizer, on the other hand, was underwhelming. I tried the deep fried mushrooms, cheese sticks, and buffalo chicken strips. The mushrooms were the best of this grouping. The cheese sticks had a funky, freezer-burnt flavor that I didn't care for. The buffalo sauce was way too spicy for my palate and the chicken strips were doused in it, so I couldn't even scrape it off to eat the chicken. My husband said the jalapeno poppers were pretty flavorless. I'm not sure how much longer this restaurant will be able to survive with little to no patrons, and lack luster food. I'm not planning to return.

So we did not see many options to eat in Rawling. When we got there there were a lot of cars in the…read moreparking lot. True some were junk cars but it looked ok. The reviews were a little harsh but we decided to give it a try. I had to laugh at the comments that the place should be called Crappies. I ordered the hamburger steak with salad and mashed potatoes. It was actually pretty good. It wasn't just a small hamburger patty but a good sized piece of meat. It was well seasoned but the mashed potatoes were from a box. If you are driving through and are desperate give this a chance.

Photos
Cappy's Restaurant & Bar - Booth and Table Seating

Booth and Table Seating

Cappy's Restaurant & Bar - Chicken Rice Soup of the Day

Chicken Rice Soup of the Day

Cappy's Restaurant & Bar - September 2024 Dinner Menu

See all

September 2024 Dinner Menu

Penny's Diner - diners - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...