How this place stays in business is a mystery. I swear the two guys they had working the grill were friends of the owner because neither one of them had a clue! When I saw pancakes being cooked alongside greasy hamburger meat...we left and won't be back read more

I went here a few years ago to try the date shakes they advertise in the window. I went in with my wife and then infant daughter. When we walked in the staff was huddled at a booth with some shady looking folks. They stared at us uncomfortably as though we didn't belong there. We got the date shakes and left but this left a bad taste in my mouth as it appeared that the customers and employees were hard drug users. This was my impression. This morning i went in, heck, i will give them another shot. I walked in, the lady behind the counter was stuff her face with food and with a mouth full of food told me to sit where ever i wanted. I sat at the bar and asked for a menu, she said i could scan the qr code and pull up the menu on my phone. I asked again and said i would prefer not to use my phone, she pointed at the ceiling to and bunch of poorly handwritten text behind me and said the menu was written in the wall/ceiling. I left. I won't try this place again nor would i suggest it to others. read more

| COVID Disclaimer | Penny's is doing an acceptable job maintaining quality health standards. Some booths and bar seating are sealed off. Tables are marked as having been sanitized, and indeed, the staff does sanitize common surfaces in the middle of waiting tables. Although masked, I did notice a server handling bread with ungloved hands. Do take note of that, my friends. | The Ambiance | This is an archetypal 50's-style diner, a black-and-white tiled, chromium submarine full of 20th-century memorabilia and the sounds of Elvis, The Beach Boys, Martha and alllll those Vandellas in the background. Forgive me, but this automatically serves to shave a couple points. Make no mistake, this is a happy niche for some. It's nostalgic, it's fun, but it's just not my style. I'm also not a fan of booths -- they are a bane to one's posture, and they absorb the smells of thousands of patrons from decades past. I prefer chairs. Finally, being a 24-hour establishment, I was immediately skeptical about the quality and stock of the restaurant, and regrettably, rightly so. | Make-Your-Own Omelet | In the classic losing struggle that I impose upon all other breakfast restaurants, I ordered an omelet! I created mine with bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers, and American cheese. However, according to the server, my order could not be accommodated because the only vegetables available this morning were onions. Thus, my omelet consisted only of bacon, onions, and cheese. This meal was accompanied by hash browns and wheat bread. Service was quick. When my plate arrived, I noticed two things -- perhaps you noticed them too. First, the omelet was well-made. No breakage, neither under nor overdone. My compliments to the chef. Second, this entire meal was coated in oil, spray, butter, or whatever substance was used to cook it. Look at that shine, my dear friends. You might just be able to see your reflection. Indeed, while there were some distinct flavors in the omelet (I liked the bacon; it reminded me of the home-cooked stuff), every bite mirrored the last with strong overtones of pure fat. My stomach has been a little dizzy since, even three hours later as I write these remarks. The hash browns, as you might guess, were flavorless. The toast was fine, albeit not 100% whole wheat. We all know the difference between enriched flour and the real stuff, right? | Verdict | I have unequivocally had better, of course, and for that I should be giving Penny's Diner two stars. However, I'm bumping it up to three because the service was good. Our server marked down our check because of the missing omelet ingredients, and for that I am deeply grateful. I also commend her for keeping the common surfaces clean. Additionally, she offered to heat the carafe of coffee when another patron noted that the coffee was lukewarm. Upon tasting mine, I agreed it was not as hot as it should have been. However, I also prefer a fresh batch over a heated carafe (new coffee versus old coffee, there is no contest). It's good hospitality at Penny's Diner, but the quality of the food is dubious. There are not many breakfast establishments in Yuma, my friends. It is quite possible we might return to Penny's to try another menu item, but until then, the great search continues. Godspeed. read more

Penny's Diner - Bacon, onion, and cheese omelet - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

This place was right by our hotel. The waitress was extremely friendly but the food was just OK, especially for the prices. Convenient to several hotels and always open so it might come in handy in a pinch but maybe check out something else. read more

Service was okay, she took our order, brought our food and then brought our bill. Never asked how the food was. And it was bad left more than half of it on my plate when I left. You think that would be a clue to ask. Food tasted old and it was noontime. Not a good experience. The diner was cozy. read more

Very bad. After checking in we were asked to wait outside. A couple after us could wait inside. Got seated first and their order taken, all while we waited for some attention like menus and drinks. Since we decided to share, we had to ask for extra plate and a knife. Did not get napkin so we shared the one we got. They had a note you couldn't stay longer than 30 minutes after food was served. We waited for our bill and got tired of waiting so we walked up to register to pay. No thank you for coming. We did not leave a tip. Of course we felt bad as we always tip. But I remembered we are use to getting great service in a timely and fair manner. We should have went with our first instincts and left as it just got worse. Needless to say we will never go back. Sad really! read more

Penny's Diner - Penny's diner worst place I've eaten in Yuma. Saw them on fb and thought wow, I need to check this out. - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

This diner was located across the street from the hotel we stayed in while we visited Yuma from San Diego . One of the families that was with our group loved it this place they ate here 3 times . Unfortunately I wasn't as impressed . I was impressed with the service. They are really nice here . The food is average . It wasn't bad and it wasn't great . I'd try them again when I'm in Yuma for sure . I really do dig the old school 50's vibe of the diner . It is decorated very cute . read more

Penny's Diner - Vanilla Shake . - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

Good service. Good food. Just want you would expect from a diner, quick easy meal. Staff is pretty friendly and the ambiance feels like you're in the 50's. It was good read more

Very good place to eat we went there a few times to eat I never had any problems with the food it was always spectacular

Best date shakes I've ever had. The people are friendly and the food is good. Btw they are open 24hrs read more

Penny's Diner - Date Shake aka my new favorite - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

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If we could leave 0 stars we would!!! We travel all over the southern US and like to support the local places not chains. But unfortunately we will NEVER go back to Penny's Diner. The place was busy and that is a plus for a local place. How ever after watching the Cook use her hands to grab raw meat and throw on the grill, then grab bread and put it in the toaster, and then handle an omelette and flip it with her hands all with the same gloves on should have been a first warning. Once we did receive our food my wife's plate had a hair about 9 inches long entangled within her hashbrowns scramble. The Hash brown scramble I had ordered was barely warm and uncooked when I asked for "crispy". We explained to the wait staff that we would not be paying for the food due to the issues read more

Bit of a fun place to eat - felt like I was sitting in a 50s diner. Typical diner food. Extremely limited options for non-meat eaters. Open 24 hours, if you need a greasy cheeseburger with fries or tater tots, this is the place to go. If you're looking for healthy options with fresh veggies, go somewhere else. read more

Penny's Diner - Grill & counter dining - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

Work travel brings us to this locale often. Always one of our go to places. Consistently great quality of food and excellent service. Friendly accommodating staff and fun, old time environment. read more

Eggs were not cooked to order. In fact one of the eggs had the yoke broken and they still served it. I ordered biscuits and gravy and they were terrible and were store bought microwave food. The people were nice but the food was terrible. read more

Great food great taste, great decor, but never order the onion rings... They gave me 6 onion rings and charged me 5 dlls, who does that??? read more

Penny's Diner - 3 regular onion rings and 3 mini ones for 5 dlls!! - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

I've passed by this place a few times and decided to give it a try with my family this morning. It seems to be a popular spot with locals and those that travel through the area frequently. This place is small so I don't recommend for large groups. Our server Muriyea was great! She was very friendly and was very attentive. All of our meals were very good, definitely worth the wait. Looooved their fries!!! If you're in the area I highly recommend stopping by. read more

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Breakfast was super great, and we will definitely be back. My husband and son ordered the french toast combo, while I ordered the hash brown sunrise skillet. The service and overall atmosphere were the best. I can't wait to come back and try some of the other yummy options like the tomato soup and grilled cheese. This place really has a home like feeling and a perfect spot to pick up a Pink Cadillac. read more

We are SO thankful to Brittany for taking such good care of us even when it was busy. She was very kind and kept a big smile on her face even as she rushed to prepare our orders. She was a wonderful server! The reason I'm giving Penny's three stars is because they ran out of big straws for their shakes and gave customers soda straws. Have you ever tried sucking an ice-cream shake out of a small straw? It's impossible. Also, this isn't the first time we visit Penny's and they appear to be very understaffed. Please hire more nice servers like Brittany! read more

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Slowest service in Yuma. Worst staff in Yuma. Worst food in Yuma. Expect to be ignored when entering. Very limited menu, pretty terrible food, but the food will never arrive anyway so you'll never find out read more

Stopped by for a late night dinner at this 50"s style dinner, the wait staff and cook were friendly and efficient, the food was excellent and what you expect a a 24 hour dinner, I will eat here again read more

Penny's Diner - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

Chili cheese fries were delicious. The brownie blitz is a must with the two chocolate shake and a nice cold Pepsi. Our servicer Brittany was the bomb very nice and professional great employee read more

Not bad not bad. Saturday morning was a little busy but able to sit at counter. Good place for diner type food. Very good and open 247 read more

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So in Yuma on a sunny Spring day. Yuma gets a bad rap but we like it. It was our first time at Penny's. Reminds me of my childhood spending summers in New Jersey. Upon entering was greeted by 2 ladies. Had to wait about 3 minutes for a table. Maria took our order right away. All of us wanted Belgium waffles but the waffle maker was broke. So all ordered the pick 3. A bargain at $3.99. Choices are a plenty. Biscuits and gravy, hash browns, eggs, french toast, and all breakfast meat, your choice of 3. Depending on where you are seated you can watch the cook prepare your food. It arrived quickly and hot. Its breakfast, not a lot can go wrong with it. We all ate with no complaits except the bacon was a little too crispy for our liking. Penny's is a great friendly, clean hometown spot I would visit again. Breakfast with beverages for 3 people without tip was under $20. If we could have ordered the waffles it would be 4 stars. read more

Penny's Diner - Pick 3. $3.99 - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

So cute! Fun atmosphere, friendly service & good grub. Happy to have found this little retro spot right next to our hotel! read more

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If you want frozen food and and mean service this is for sure your place to go. They were out of all vegetables corndogs were frozen Also onion rings are frozen pickles were frozen. The " we are out of" list was huge starting with Pepsi or Coke whatever it is out of vanilla ice cream out of chocolate ice cream out of whip cream that place is just running on frozen food and probably its last few dollars that's why they can only buy food to go day by day. Face masks are not mandatory in Arizona but it is in a restaurant which is fair but I would have facemasks available for customers who might not have one with them for $.10 each. The hotel next-door was kind enough to give us one. The cook as well as the waitress could not be more unpleasant. Hopefully that restaurant is owner by the cook and the waitress because if it goes out of business I would hate to have somebody else run my company into the ground. Also this restaurant is cash only what kind of company is only cash only now. Great way to hide cash. read more

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Want to penny's today the lady with orange hair that took our order was rude she didnt give us the rest of our order until we asked she asked if we could order online but it was like a 2 hr wait but even though she helped everyone else that came in after us and she has a really bad attitude but just because she had a bad day and i get it we all have bad days but no reason to be rude You're just trying to have a good time. read more

We go every year when we visit Yuma for dove opener. Always get a great breakfast with good customer service. Love when Maria is our server! She is so awesome and makes us feel at home. The breakfast items are basic items, nothing fancy but done right. The meals are always served hot and fresh. Coffee is very good. We prefer Penny's over Cracker Barrell and Black Bear. I've been going for over 15 years and have never been disappointed. read more

Was traveling home and stopped at Penny's because it seemed to be the only place open late at night. When we walked in two waitresses were chatting by the register and said sit where you want. We then waited well over 5 minutes for them to finish chatting before we were provided menus and for our drink order to be taken (we were the only customers there) . I ordered meatloaf that was supposed to come with a salad I didn't get it until time to leave even after asking waitress for it two times, meatloaf was dry and not flavorful. read more

Place is clean & neat, customer service is fantastic. The food was very good. I had a 3 eggs ham and cheese omelet with a side of bacon and wheat toast, it was fantastic! This little diner is nestled in a neighborhood of hotels and when they say location is everything, they got the location! Open 24/7 and always busy. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Doesnt look like a great place, however Once inside it was fine. The menu js actually written on the side walls and ceiling. Patty melt it was greatest ive had, fries were also on the greasy side so it was perfect. I didnt have one but tge shakes looked awesome, dont miss this place its a gem. read more

Wish I could tell you how the food was. I can tell you the customer service sucks, and the manager is ridiculous. We walked in and the server immediately told us that we are welcome to sit and wait, but she won't be taking orders or serving anyone for at least 25 minutes. She said her manager told her not to take orders until 3:05 pm, because that's how he likes to keep the books clean. We are traveling, so adding a 30 minute wait time just to make his life easier was a no go for us. Hope it was worth it!! read more

My husband and I went here for breakfast and my food had mold on it. Both of us weren't feeling good with the food so we barely ate. I don't recommend. read more

Absolutely love the environment there. The lady who's name I have forgotten sadly is amazing and so was our actual server. Good all around workers. And the food was good as well. read more

The grilled cheese sandwitch is delicious but this is four stars because the menus are digital but great service

My hubby and I had breakfast at Penny's for the first time several months ago. There was nothing "very" good, nor "very" bad about it, just average, therefore I didn't feel the need to Yelp it. I try hard to give accolades whenever I can. Especially to small businesses. And if it's not "bad" then I refrain from a Yelp review because I don't want to unnecessarily sway someone away from eating there (if it wasn't "bad"). Based on this experience at Penny's I'm changing my M.O. and will be doing a lot of reviews, even if it's just a 2 or 3 stars. Anyway, we hadn't gone back (nor did we plan to) since there were other eateries within blocks of Penny's all offering much better food at the same price. However, yesterday the restaurant that we stopped at for a late breakfast had quite a wait and we had a movie to catch so we drove 1/2 a block to Penny's. We thought we'd give it another try since we were in a hurry and there weren't any cars in the parking lot (we should have heeded that clue). Husband ordered a sausage & eggs breakfast. I decided on a burger, and the waitress offered fries, tater tots or steamed veggies as the side. I requested the veggies. Our food came out in a reasonable length of time and looked good. My burger had a thick patty, served open faced, with lettuce, pickles, and tomato on the side. My veggies were in a small bowl, and were obviously frozen (not fresh) mixed vegetables that were way overcooked and tasteless, but that was pretty much what I expected so I ate them first. (Vegetables are good for us, right? so I ate them). Then I assembled and cut my burger in half. Uh-oh! Way undercooked! To the point that it "bled". You could see in the middle that the meat was raw. Blood actually trickled down onto the bun as I cut into it. Gross! Especially since E-Coli easily gets its start in undercooked ground beef. The waitress offered to have it redone, or did I want something else? I said that a "re-do" would be fine. Within minutes she brought back THE SAME BURGER! On the same bun! Could it look any more UNAPPETIZING on the now-soggy bun that I had already spread with mustard and ketchup, and the now-wilted lettuce. I was taken aback and sat there for a beat before cutting into each half to check the redness of the meat. One half was still too red for my taste, and the other half "done enough" but I couldn't get myself to eat it. When the waitress brought our check I asked her to take the uneaten/untasted burger meal off the tab. She said she needed management approval. Ok. I can understand that. We could see her talking to a woman seated at the counter and after waiting several minutes, eventually the woman came over to us and asked "how are you?". I very nicely and quietly explained about the burger and asked that it be removed from our tab. She smiled, and without another word she grabbed the tab and walked away. We sat, and waited, and waited. What's the problem? Why does subtracting my burger lunch from the tab take so long? Finally our waitress came back, gave me the tab and pointed out that the burger lunch had been removed BUT they had charged me $3.00 for a side of vegetables! I was stunned! The waitress apologized and said she was so sorry! I believe she was. We paid the tab, leaving a good tip for the waitress (not her fault) and on our way out I stopped at the managers perch and let her know how aghast and stunned we were at being charged for the "side" since the burger itself was inedible. AND it was all about the way she and Penny's had handled the situation that could have made the difference between a very dissatisfied customer, OR a customer walking away hungry, but not totally outraged about the experience. IF the "redo" had been a fresh new burger, properly cooked, that would have nipped it in the bud. Since that didn't happen, she should have sincerely apologized and taken the meal off of the bill. Instead not only did she not apologize, she didn't utter a word to us after I explained why I couldn't eat the burger and wanted it removed from our tab. AND the slap in my face came from them charging us for a side order of vegetables! If I hadn't eaten those soggy veggies to begin with, I certainly wouldn't have eaten them once I cut into that bloody burger! Penny's obviously needs to train this particular manager (at least) in what makes good customer service, AND give the cook a meat probe and a lesson in food safety. When I finished explaining to the manager (yet again in case she didn't understand the first time), WHY the meal was refused, and asked "how could she justify" charging us for the vegetables, and ending by telling her that we wouldn't be back, her only response was a smile. WHAT?! Let me add that during the whole time that I talked to her, both at our table and at the counter area on our way out, I kept my voice quiet and reasonable, so as not to cause a scene. No need for that. read more

Penny's Diner is a little bit off the main path but is perfectly situated near hotels if you need a bite to eat. The restaurant was pretty packed and we waited for about 20 minutes to be seated. Seating is a tight squeeze but the staff was friendly and our food came pretty quick. read more

Penny's Diner - Breakfast menu - Diners Near Me - Yuma, Arizona

Food is OK but service detracts from the experience. I ordered a soda which was delivered after the meal arrived and had to request refills from the non-existent waitress. Saturday night 3/10 about 6 p.m. - it wasn't busy enough to warrant the lack of attention. read more

Food and services were outstanding. Chicken Fried Steak,Breakfast Burrito,French Toast. read more

All I can say is Yuck! It's only good feature is that the fake 1950s ambiance is kind of fun. Food and service were terrible. They don't provide menus, have to download it on your cellphone. The booths are counter service and the only waitress in the place was surly. Bathroom floors were so sticky I almost lost a shoe. Won't be back. read more

We were excited to try this place. The outside and the decor scream 50s diner, and its open 24 hours. We went on a Saturday morning and weren't even sure it was open. Only one or two cars in the parking lot when that is a popular time for breakfast. We went in and were surprised to say the least. Hiphop rap music blared from the radio. Employees were standing around. No menus. You have to use your cell phone to access it. Ordered 2 breakfast sandwiches. Its set up a little like a wafflehouse in that you can watch them cook your food. Nothing wrong with that. Truly, service is spotty, coffee not hot. And the sandwich was fine. But we were looking for a 50s diner and that wasnt the vibe we got. read more