Came here for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon and we were worried that there would be a wait but thankfully we got seated right away. The moment I stepped foot in the diner, I was instantly enveloped in a nostalgic and cozy atmosphere. It was full of charm with all the decorations. Definitely what you would picture in those classic movies/shows. Food was 10/10!! I ordered the buttermilk pancakes which is what they are most famous for and for good reason too! Fluffy and light and amazing portions (5 big pancakes with mixed berries)! The pancakes were so good that we bought a bag of pancake mix to take home. My sister ordered the eggs any way and she loved everything that came with it: eggs, choice of bacon or sausage, potatoes, and toast. Everything on the menu looked absolutely delicious and it was hard to decide what to order. They have weekly specials as well. Our waitress Susie was an absolute sweetheart and made our entire experience memorable. That being that we had asked her for some more water and by the time she came back around, someone else had already stopped by and filled up our glasses. She apologized for the delay by giving us a free chocolate chip cookie and it was the best damn cookie I've had in a long time. She went above and beyond for something that wasn't a big deal, but we appreciated the thought. I'd definitely come back here if I'm near the area. read more

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It's a Catskill relic, so it was only right that we went! What a cute little diner!!! We got there right when it opened because its first come, first serve. That was a power move on our part. It started to get packed quickly! The food was good! I got the biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were nice and buttery. So soft. The gravy was great, too. It was lacking a TAD bit of flavor. I wish the sausage pieces were a little larger, too. The pancakes, which they are known for, were good! They were soft and pillowy. Delish. The service was good. Our waiter was spread thin for a little while her coworkers came in about an hour after we were seated. They had merch to buy and of course I had to partake! Such cute little souvenirs! Overall, a great place to visit!!! Especially if you're a Severance fan! read more

Great food and atmosphere. We come here every year we come up to the Catskills. The food is consistently good each time. Can't wait to come back. Ordered the Mt. Tremper omelette without onions and a matcha, pancakes are delish and freshly squeezed oj is a plus read more

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The patty melt was delicious and the pancakes were some of the best I've ever had. The $15 bourbon milkshake didn't fill the cup and it was tiny. read more

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When I imagine a classic American diner, this is what I picture. You must get the buttermilk pancakes (comes with 5 pancakes, berries, and housemade syrup) and the breakfast burrito. Those were the highlights of the meal. Orange juice is also great, but I'm not sure it's worth the $7 for a cup. We also got the chicken pot pie which has really tender chicken and a delicious slightly salty biscuit. The jalapeño cheddar hashbrowns do taste like a jalapeno popper on the inside, but the crispy fried layer of cheese doubled with the heavy cream cheese filling was a lot. There is a long wait especially if you come on a weekend during peak hours (11AM) but we explored the shops nearby and the world's largest kaleidoscope for 45 mins before we were seated at the counter. Service was fine given how busy it was. read more

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This was the BEST diner I've been to in a long time. My boyfriend and I are from NJ and drive up to Belleayre for weekend ski trips, and we stopped in on our first morning. From the second we walked in, we were greeted with such a warm welcome. The inside has classic, cozy diner vibes -- booths, counter seating, and even a separate bar area. Our first visit, we ordered over-easy eggs, potatoes, bacon, and sourdough toast. Everything was cooked perfectly, and you could genuinely taste the quality of the ingredients. We loved it so much that we came back the next morning. We arrived right at opening and were treated to warm cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven with homemade cream cheese frosting. We shared one, but I could've easily eaten the whole tray -- soft and doughy inside, slightly crisp outside, and generously frosted. I ordered the "3500" (pancake, French toast, bacon, sausage, and egg), and again, everything was spot on. My boyfriend happily went for another round of eggs, potatoes, and bacon. On our way out, I noticed a Pressed Penny machine. I'm a HUGE collector but didn't have change. When I asked, the waitress went out of her way to find the shiniest pennies so I could make the best ones. It absolutely made my day. If we were locals, we'd be here all the time. They made us feel like family, and we left full, happy, and ready for the mountain. Can't wait to come back! read more

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I feel like this place is an icon and it's definitely worth it! We went here because hello, it's a staple of New York mixed with the fact that it was recently featured in a very famous Apple TV television show!!! I would say be prepared to wait because this place is popular. But the staff is used to that! You can drink at the bar while you wait and during nice weather times they have outside seating. The food was good. My favorite thing was the pancakes. We heard that they were amazing and they were. They are thick and fluffy but crispy at the same time! We also got a sandwhich and it was good and the fries were yummy and my husband got some type of loaded mac and cheese. We also got boozy milkshakes. This I could skip. They were okay. Not bad but for me wasn't worth the price. All in all this place was awesome. Would 100% recommend! read more

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Returned back to one of thee greatest diners in the usa. The service was still the same.,The awesome manager was the same. And the food remains top notch. Five stars is not enough for this gem. read more

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It had been a while since I'd eaten at Phoenicia Diner (last was outside, during the pandemic) so I was happy to go on our most recent Woodstock getaway. Eating inside is so much more pleasant. No wait for a table on a Friday late morning. I started with a bloody Mary and a vanilla latte. The flavor of the bloody was really good, but I do wish it was a little bit less chunky while drinking it. The vanilla latte was just OK. We ordered a table pancakes, because you have to when you're here - pancakes are a highlight. We chose buttermilk, but I can curious about the buckwheat. They come with real maple syrup, which is everything to me... so important for me to enjoy my pancakes to the fullest. I was being really indecisive, and I just could not decide what to order. I finally selected Phoenicia Breakfast which came with beans tomatoes sausage, two eggs, sausage and I upgraded to an English muffin. Everything on my plate was delicious, but the food was on the cold end of lukewarm. The beans were actually not warm at all, but the flavor was very good. The English muffin was really tasty for what it was, but it did not remind me of an English muffin. It was incredibly dense, almost more like a crumpet. I did appreciate that it was very generously buttered There's a few things that could've improved, but overall it is an excellent meal and a really fun place to visit. If I lived up there, I would go all the time. read more

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I've been meaning to come to this spot for a while now and it didn't disappoint! First off, we had the kindness server - warm and welcoming. The food was all wonderful. Nice portions and everything cooked and seasoned well. We of course tried the cinnamon roll as per our server's recommendation, and were very happy with the choice. The restaurant was clean she buzzing. It also features one of the cutest bathrooms I've ever been in! I'll definitely be back next time I'm up in this area. read more

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Absolutely worth the trip. Was visiting the Catskills and stumbled upon this diner and had heard some good things so we decided to stop in. We knew immediately from the crowd it was gonna be a special place. Our food was absolutely to die for. So good we had to go back another time before we left to go home. If you are searching for a classic dinner vibe with modern cuisine, this is your place. read more

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This was recommended to us by a friend as the perfect way to start our weekend in the Catskills and I am so happy we listened to her. On a Friday afternoon we got a table right away (which was honestly a surprise because the parking lot was completely packed). This feels like a perfect old school diner with booths, counter seating, tables, and menus along the wall. And then you realize that they have a full bar and there is trout listed on the menu at least 4 times. I love a little old and a little new. We got drip coffees (perfectly hot and strong) and a couple cocktails to properly kick off vaca. My Bloody Mary might have been the best Bloody Mary I've ever had. It was so good! I am craving another just typing this review. I got the Farmer's Skillet with scrambled eggs, which is some variation of my usual at a dinner and loved every bite. I also tried a bite of The Mitchell (a tuna fish sandwich) and agreed it was fantastic. Tunafish should always have pickled in it in my opinion! A great lunch and a great stop. read more

Phoenicia Diner is worth coming to! An elevated diner with amazing staff and delicious food! The onion rings were to die for and the COFFEE was really so delicious. I want to come back to try more food items. read more

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The long awaited Phoenicia Diner experience has finally arrived. There are no reservations, got here around 11 am on a Saturday morning was told an hour wait, which wound up being about an hour and a half. They give you a random number on a vintage key chain. It's an old school feel, with lots of outdoor decor. While we waited we went to the bar section and got fall inspire Aperol spritz's that came with apple cider as well as cappuccinos. The cappuccino was delectable. This helped pass the time. The wait was definately worth it. PANCAKES 10/10. We got the buttermilk pancakes which were fluffy, tasty, and epic! Also got a farmer's skillet with over easy eggs and added bacon. The bacon was some of the best bacon I have ever tried. We also got the chocolate chip cookies to go! AMAZING such good flavor and soft inside. read more

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This diner is quite a popular destination in the area. It was packed with people and by the time we left, cars had started to park along the highway shoulder because the parking lot was full. You can choose to order from their pick up station and eat outside or wait for a table or bar seating indoors. They initially told us the wait for two would be 25 minutes, but it ended up being closer to 15. I ordered a non-alcoholic mocktail and they served it to me with alcohol. I am pregnant, so this was very distressing, but given people's alcohol sensitivities these days, this is a pretty egregious mistake in general. When I alerted our waitress, there was also no apology or attempt to make things right, so this soured my whole experience of the place. To eat, I had the jalapeño popper hash browns. This was a unique dish that I was excited to try. The hash browns were crispy on top, with cream cheese and stringy potatoes underneath. The dish came with eggs and roasted tomato. The hash brown mix was way too salty so that made the dish hard to eat, but I think it'd be tasty had that not been the case. I also got the pancakes, which were fluffy and served with fresh blueberries and strawberries. They actually paired pretty nicely with the hash brown cream cheese, for a sweet and savory combination. My husband got the arnold bennett skillet and enjoyed it. They have a great menu, so I can see why this place attracts a crowd. However, the issue with the alcohol was unacceptable. read more

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I've always heard from folks in surrounding towns, in not surrounding towns, from people all across the internet even, that Phoenicia Diner is AMAZING and a must-go if in the area. I never knew why or if they had any stand out food items other than their pancakes, but we happened to be in the area and made it a point to try -- but I definitely was left disappointed. Pros: - This is such a unique diner menu, where they're not just serving your average wraps and diner plates. This definitely is the only diner that I've seen have a burger mac and cheese burrito and the only diner where the staff has recommended the shrimp and grits to me (because who goes to diners for seafood?) - Outside patio area is extremely cute and perfect for those in the area with pets! Cons: - I just truly didn't think the food was that great. The shrimp and grits were tasty but nothing special, the burger mac burrito fell apart immediately after receiving it making it super hard to eat. The mac and cheese itself was creamy but lacked flavor and the onion rings were just filled with oil. All the food just seemed extremely heavy and rich. Was this our fault since we didn't get the pancakes? Possibly. But I had such high hopes when the staff raved about these items prior to ordering that it just couldn't meet these high expectations. I probably wouldn't return, unless for the pancakes -- just to say that I've tried them. read more

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Phoenicia Diner is very popular in the area but absolutely not overrated and if there's a wait for a table, it's worth it. The food is outstanding. The decor and vibe in there is of a retro diner, but the food is much more elevated than a typical diner. We stopped in around 2:30pm, after the breakfast/brunch rush and were seated right away. Started with coffees, fresh squeezed OJ, and a giant cookie. I had the jalapeno popper stuff hashbrowns and my husband had the corned beef skillet. Both were unbelievably good, made with fresh ingredients (including house cured corned beef). We went the breakfast route for this meal, but the lunch options around us looked fantastic as well. Service was kind and attentive. We will not hesitate to return next time we're in the area. We may even drive out of the way for it. read more

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Coziest spot in the catskills to get some damn good pancakes. We love this spot from the pancakes to the lunch to the drinks and the fresh squeezed OJ. the maple syrup is NY maple syrup and wow it makes all the difference. Can't say enough good stuff about the staff too. They sell the pancake mix so you know I got one to take home too. And vegan pancakes too!!! So don't be shy there's something for everyone. read more

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Phoenicia Diner is a well known spot, so we knew we had to stop on our drive back to the city. We were seated promptly and greeted with friendly service. The vibe is classic and welcoming, your quintessential diner. We ordered the Catskills Po'boy and the Classic Turkey Club, both of which we enjoyed. Overall, a great dining experience and I would definitely return to try more of their dishes! read more

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I do like this spot but I do think it is very overhyped and over priced as a result. The atmosphere is true retro diner vibes and the service was lovely despite the fact its always bustling. We shared the tortilla soup, chicken pot pie, and the jalapeño popper hash. Soup was ok. The chicken pot pie/biscuit dish was super rich, filling and hearty. The star of the show was definitely the jalapeño popper hash- so much carby goodness. Nothing was bad but given it has such a mighty reputation, I always expect my socks to be knocked off and it was just an average brunch/lunch in my opinion! read more

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Two thumbs up on this place excellent food great waitstaff and definitely worth stopping you won't be disappointed . Big portions and very good read more

1 & 1/2...Nah...Like surely countless others I was drawn in here by it's updated classic diner exterior and amazingly scenic location on the curb of the road on a gorgeous stretch of Rt 28 in the Catskills, along with the jammed packed parking lot on a glorious September late morning one Friday. I'd also heard and read about this place here and there through the years in the context of talking with NYC friends or reading NYC periodicals about visits and moves up into the Catskills that I knew what I was walking into, a longtime local institution purchased and spiffed up and given the hipster treatment by some of many NYC transplants that have flooded into the region in the last decade plus, a trend which was turbo-charged during the pandemic and it's aftermath. Unfortunately what I experienced wound up being what I consider to be a worse case scenario when it comes to Upstate gentrification. I had been craving a classic upstate diner breakfast of corned beef hash so I sidled up to the lone available seat at the packed counter in the still classic looking albeit slightly Memphis-Milanoified dining room, scanned the menu and selected the corned-beef skillet. What arrived was decidedly not hash but an extremely half-assed alternative, which surely ranked as one of the worst breakfast's I can remember having anytime recently and likely also one of the worst meals I've had this year. Rather than properly cooked hash it was a random assortment chewy fatty grizzly chopped up scraps of corned beef carelessly and joylessly tossed with random peppers onions, eggs poached as requested and extremely undercooked cubes of potatoes, along with some random mystery flavors I was unable to recognize other than the fact that they were extremely prominent and very unpleasant. I probably made it through about 1/4 of the gross plate before calling it a day and requesting a check. As if the horrible meal wasn't enough to make me loath this place, it's important to note that this nasty plate of thoughtless slop, alongside the rest of the menu was priced at a Manhattan scale of $18, surely out of the budget range of most of the actual longtime residents the community and catering primarily to wealthy NYC transplants and visitors and further reinforcing and exacerbating the affordability crisis that has resulted for longtime residents as a result of these trends. There's still a great many longtime beloved local diners and hole in the wall greasy spoons across the region that not only support longtime residents and local traditions but also surely have much much better food, it's surely our duty, especially for us visiting Citiots to patronize those establishments and especially avoid this one like the plague. Horrible overpriced food with the worst of NYC pretentious and rude service and elitism combined, truly the worst of all worlds. read more

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Absolutely loved this gem! The vibes of this diner are immaculate. I love the old school feel about this place. Makes it feel like a little slice of home! We sat at the counter and had wonderful service. My husband had the Wittenberg bagel with trout and said the flavors were awesome. I had the house made granola with yogurt and it was the perfect light breakfast I was looking for. We were in and out in no time, which is just what we wanted. Will absolutely return to this great find! read more

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A very classic diner right outside Woodstock. Stopped in for a comfort breakfast with a group and it was full within 30 min of opening! I went with the basic egg, sausage and potatoes and loved that they had a gluten free toast option. However, was pretty disappointed by the potatoes and thought the meal was pretty bland! They had food for all dietary restrictions which was appreciated but I didn't get to try the gluten free pancakes this time. Overpriced in my opinion and can't say it was worth the price. read more

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I had so much about the famous Phoenicia Diner, so we had to visit! The food and menu is pretty standard American diner fare. I really liked that they had a good mocktail selection. My favorite aspect is that they are dog friendly! There were so many friendly dogs enjoying a meal with their families. All of us, including our pup, had a great time. read more

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Food ok. Service good. I sat at the bar and u could see inside the kitchen. No one worse gloves, it's a big deal when they have big containers of ingredients and dig their hands into it and toss on salads or in frying pans. Then I watched staff getting their phones out scrolling and putting their hands right back into containers of food. These behaviors are completely unsanitary. The studies say phones are dirtier than bathrooms!! read more

When you go upstate, this is the place to be. It's a MESS of a DISASTER of a parking lot to get in but once you do, there's tons of space inside and out. Great menu with lots of options for everyone. Keep in mind that it is BUSY. Like REALLY BUSY. So be patient, expect to wait. Everything here is great. read more

This diner is a gold mine, it's packed and you still get seated quickly. That's because the kitchen hustles to get the food out hot and fresh. We came for Sunday morning breakfast. The skillet dish was amazing with the corned beef, my son had the sampler one of everything never saw him eat so much, I had the yogurt and the fresh fruit strawberries, and blueberries were absolutely delicious. When it comes to the pancakes, they were incredibly delicious as well and they give quite a lot five to be exact. One problem they only give you one little serving of maple syrup. If you want more you have to pay two dollars. So I suggest bringing your own extra maple syrup. Other than that, this is a class act. The waitress was excellent courteous even the manager was courteous. She did give us an extra serving complementary. I would highly recommend this place. read more

One of the most disappointing diner experiences. Reviews tout this as the best diner in Phoenicia, which might be true, but the food here is mediocre at best. The corned beef in the corned beef skillet was good quality, but the dish was small and one of the poached eggs was literally hard boiled. The patty melt was bland, under seasoned and small for the price. We had to send back the French toast. Almost all of the pieces were burned, with the burnt sides turned down, with the restaurant trying to hide. They were quick about getting a replacement dish out though. The burger was supposed to be medium, but was cooked well done and very dry. The bright spot was the vegan pancakes which were good for vegan pancakes. read more

Heard about this place being a must visit in the Catskills. Thought it might be a tourist trap. Our wait was told 25 minutes. Turned out about 40, but they have a great 'waiting' area where you can get coffee or other drinks or even order food and get it in the covered outside area. Great wait strategy plus a good business plan. Place was packed and getting more packed by the minute. Lin story short- once we got seated they were efficient and pleasant. Food came out pretty quick. And most importantly food was fantastic. I had some kind of pork cutlet with fried egg and some tasty sauce. It was fantastic. Wife got a jalapeño cheese hash dish that was incredibly flavorful. Daughter got a taco breakfast bowl of some kind. She loved it. Prices were reasonable and serving sizes were great. Good coffee too! Not a tourist trap. read more

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Phoenicia Diner in Phoenicia is an iconic Catskills establishment famous for its buttermilk pancakes and for being a site for Severance filming. We came at 8:30 shortly after opening and were greeted by an already full dining room and almost full parking lot. We managed to snag the last few counter seats and immediately put in our orders for the pancakes, and omelette, and an earl grey latte. The pancakes were just as delicious as we had heard. The thick buttermilk pancakes were super fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The order came with 5 pancakes which we shamefully admit we couldn't finish in one sitting. We get the hype around Phoenicia diner and can confirm these are some super solid pancakes that are worth making it a point to try if you're in the Catskills read more

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As a fan of severance, I was very excited to be at the Phoenicia Diner. It's pretty cool to imagine everything being filmed and remembering the scenes that took place at the diner. The food was pretty typical diner food. Nothing special, but a place that feels cozy and you know you'll feel full leaving. I can't say that I would return if I'm being honest, but it was a good experience. read more

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I guess if you are upstate this is the place to go. In addition to the indoor diner, they have a big tent area, and chairs outside. You will see lots of people with their dogs and it is a good vibe. The ordering gets backed up pretty long, and it is strange that the stuff to order in line is a much larger menu then what you can order online. Not sure why there is such a restriction. Seems like everything would go faster if they just allowed all orders online. Food is good, but not great. American classics. read more

Was going to do 3 stars until I decided to order a side of the plain buttermilk pancakes for dessert. I think it is the best thing on the menu. Everything else is fine and perhaps overhyped. The buttermilk pancake was quite fluffy and had a perfect texture and consistency/moisture inside that paired deliciously with the syrup. Egg shake was meh. Would skip. Corned beef was fine, nothing special (and one of the poached eggs it came with was overcooked to hard boiled). Service was okay, perhaps the counter server was a tad overwhelmed but she eventually warmed up. Vibe is cute and very classic American diner. Would come back for the pancakes for sure. read more

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This was a super cool place! Come visit if you're a Severance fan, it's featured in the show. There was a ton of people but they move quickly. You can eat inside or outside, we opted inside today. I had the breakfast burrito and it was delicious, I added bacon. My husband had the Jalepno popper hashbrown and he enjoyed it as well. We got a chocolate chip cookie for the road and it was great. Our server was super friendly and food came out quickly. This place is definitely worth a visit read more

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This is not your ordinary diner. You can just tell the ingredients are top notch! (Locally Sourced When Possible) I had a hard time choosing what to get as everything sounded good. In those moments I order random things and hope for the best. Milkshake - 10/10 delicious Soup of the day - 10/10 love a good soup Pimento cheese grits - 10/10 hells yea Onion rings - 10/10 and I don't even like onion rings Charming classic diner interior was very cozy. Sitting in the booth with three friends just felt like a scene in a movie. And our lovely server had some recommendations, was quick to take care of us and just had such an upbeat positive attitude that it made our lunch extra special. I'd come back in a heart beat if they weren't so far out. read more

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This place is great! My husband and I had breakfast here with our daughter during our recent Catskills trip and was really impressed. There was a wait, which was to be expected but it wasn't very long. I had the Pinky Promise - espresso with coconut milk and strawberry syrup. It was a tad bit sweeter than I wanted, but the flavor was good. For food I had the pancakes with a side of sausage, while my husband had the Corned Beef Skillet, and my daughter also had pancakes. The serving sizes were big, had I known, I would have skipped the kid's menu and just shared mine with my daughter because we both didn't finish our plates. We came back here for an early dinner 2 days after our breakfast trip and I ordered the Classic Turkey Club with fries, while my husband had the Catskills Po'boy. We were once again impressed - seriously the quality of the food here is awesome and delicious. If we are ever back in the area, Phoenicia Diner will be where we dine again! read more

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I will drive three hours from NJ, bypassing multiple diners and pubs to eat the reuben sandwich here. The food is great, but this sandwich is worthy of poetry. read more

Great vibes and great food. Loved the outdoor seating area and the airstream you order from. Wouldn't get the Bloody Mary again but the chicken sandwich and fries were really great. I also liked the wallpaper in the bathrooms so I took a pic. read more

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I'm ashamed as an avid Severance lover, I did not know the location of this scenic diner. I was here for the food to enjoy with friends. I ordered the Patty Melt, and the table ordered the Chorizo Mac & Cheese and the Chorizo Patty Melt. My burger and fries were delicious. You can't miss a classic cheeseburger. The fries were a little too salty, and the chorizo mac was lacking sauce and cheese. The staff was very friendly and I ended up getting a T-shirt to mark my journey in Phonecia. Thanks, Phonecia, you served me well. I hope to be back. read more

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