Have been coming here for the past several years and was surprised I have failed to review it. Quaker diner is tucked nicely at the end of the row of stores on Rising Sun Ave just south of Cottman. They have street parking and a good sized parking lot. Inside you will find bar seating as well as two dining rooms with a traditional diner feel. Weekends offer a good choice of specials all created to tempt the palate. Stuffed French toasts. Cheesecake stuffed pancakes and so much more. This is a diner, the rest of the menu is extensive with all the offerings one would expect. The service is what shines here at Quaker diner. Family owned and operated with the rest of the staff all working like one big family. Everyone makes you feel welcome, fills your belly and never makes you feel like a burden. We have yet to have a bad meal here and it is on our rotation of go to breakfast places. read more

The only reason I'm giving it 2 stars is because of past very good experiences. Today (3.17.2026) I called there to place an order for delivery; the phone rang 7 times before someone picked it up and the gal who answered claimed they only do deliveries on Saturdays and Sundays despite their website claiming otherwise. This is FALSE ADVERTISING and I would like to note that not everyone is physically able to get to the location. They just single handedly ruined my St. Patrick's Day?! file:///C:/Users/kathy/Documents/3.17.2026%20Contact%20%E2%80%94%20Quaker%20Diner.pdf https://www.facebook.com/quaker.diner/reviews read more

I'm an egg breakfast all day kind of guy and this one is among the best. Very generous with the potatoes and they bake bread in house. Food came exactly as ordered rye dry and burn the potatoes- that's my thing! read more

Quaker Diner - Best breakfast - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The quality of the food was not very good in spite of it being very visually appealing. Both my wife and I commented that in spite of the variety of interesting sounding ingredients in both of our dishes, the food was practically tasteless. Also, they didn't get my wife's order correct. She specifically told the waitress no peppers in her food because they bother her. Instead the waitress apparently told the chef no green peppers so she got a bunch of red ones instead :-) then we will end up having to switch meals so she can eat mine that didn't have peppers in it and for all the aggravation they gave us complimentary coffee which was pretty much slightly tan lukewarm water masquerading as coffee. Would not recommend. read more

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This is a cute place with classic dining-car charm. Very clean inside, warm and cozy, with comfortable seating and a true old-school diner atmosphere. Service from Grace was excellent... friendly, fast, and attentive. Big menu, good coffee, and fair prices. I had the Greek omelet, which was very good and a generous portion. The only downside was the pancakes. They were tough, leathery, and pretty tasteless, like a cheap mix. Disappointing compared to the rest of the meal. Overall, a charming spot with great service and solid food... just skip the pancakes. read more

Make sure you visit Quaker Diner on Friday. They bake Pastries Thursday evenings and sell them until they run out. Low key one of the best bakeries in the city. The food is quick and a delicious. Got a bacon egg and cheese on kaiser and homefries for breakfast. The home fries here are amazing. The waitresses are always kind and helpful. It's very much a diner. Quick food, good service, 80s feel inside. Definitely a casual vibe. read more

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My friend came to visit me from Rochester NY. She took me to lunch for my birthday, I choose to go to Quaker Diner which is one of my favorite places to eat and I had not been there for a while. They did not disappoint and my friend was very impressed. As usual the food was great..nice size servings, the servers are always very friendly and the atmosphere pleasant. I am very particular about how I like my food cooked, no problem my directions were followed as always. read more

Hi. Service was quick and friendly. Lots of food. Macaroni and cheese is very creamy. Simple diner but, the food is amazing. I read more

Day off and don't want to cook breakfast? fresh fruits breakfast griddles and so much more! Excellent food and prices ! Pick up is in 20 . Staff is very friendly taking your order and bags full of condiments you may need for your meal at home!!! Yummy delicious to take home !!! Or enjoy casual breakfast dining in ! read more

First off, the servers who work here are great! My family and I were there for a quick dinner last night - my husband ordered the meatloaf and my sister, and I each ordered the chicken croquettes. Sad to say, we had to send the croquettes back because they were very obviously freezer burned, which gave them an awful taste. I explained to our server, who was very apologetic (certainly not her fault) and she offered to get us a new order. Well, we waited about 25 mins for another order and when they came out, one order was way overdone and the other looked like it hadn't been cooked enough! We just requested boxes to take them home, as we no longer had time to sit there and eat. The server was nice enough to take our drinks off of the check, being unable to take the food off. While the Quaker Diner is fine for breakfast, I wouldn't get the chicken croquettes at all. As an aside, my husband was no fan of the meatloaf and swore he'll never get it again. read more

I just had the best meal of 2022 at the Quaker Diner. I realize it is early yet in the new year, but high commendation is warranted right now! This stainless train car classic served up a terrific breakfast as I sat at one of their shiny spinners at the counter overlooking their Cecilware coffee maker and the twin swinging kitchen doors. The staff seems to have been their since the millennium, and they know their stuff, complete with old school personalities ("Know what you want , Hun?") Their morning menu is extensive, and I chose between a three egg omelet and a "skillet." The later (Olivia) arrived on a ceramic long handle flat bottom platter, overloaded with eggs, onions pepper, homemade corned beef hash, home fries and melted cheddar, with rye toast accompaniment. First forkful and I was smitten. It was absolutely delicious. The combination of taste and texture overwhelmed me as I tried to capture all the impulses my brain was getting from my tongue. Savory, chunky, soft, crisp, cheesy and a few more sensory reports that escape my store of adjectives. It was great, with the rye toast adding an appropriate exclamation point! The coffee was another welcome blast from the past, as it was brewed in an ancient Cecilware FE 100, which can't be found for purchase anywhere but in those old industrial kitchen supply warehouses. They may be very 20th Century, but nothing since has perked better Java. This institution located between Oxford and Rising Sun Avenues, is well worth the drive to this corner of the Greater Northeast in Philly. Parking around back and alongside the structure. Street parking also available in front on Oxford. read more

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I am happy to report that, although I am a few years behind on this, the major renovation and updating of Quaker Diner is quite amazing. I visited there once before many years ago, and I did not enjoy my experience. The details why I was unhappy are irrelevant - because after going back recently after they completely changed the entire diner inside, outside and on the menu, has made me forget all about that. Complete kudos to those running this great little neighborhood diner. It was clean, everyone was friendly, the service was quick, the coffee was hot, and it had a stacked menu filled with all standard diner food, but with many variations on those standards, which made them stand out. I very much enjoyed my spicy omelette. While I personally am not a regular there, I noticed that just about every other booth around me, the customers were on a first name basis with the staff - which to me suggests that there's enough of a reason to keep returning here. So, if you're in the northeast area and looking for a great local diner with that authentic dine feel, and that on-point diner food, then look no further than Quaker! read more

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This is my second visit to this restaurant the first time I had a grilled cheese which was ok you can't mess that up On my second visit I had cream of crab which was filled with imitation crab meat which I can't eat and it was never mentioned so I sent that back and my main course was a tuna club which was totally gritty and taste nothing like tuna, you could tell by my plate that I didn't eat a bit but I tasted a piece of tuna that fell off to the side and it was very dry, gritty and u seasoned. My friend had a tuna melt and didn't like hers either asked to have it removed from the bill that waitress knew that we were talking and didn't eat right away so the cook said we child have spoke immediately after we were served. Never again but on a separate note the waitresses and waiter are very friendly so we did leave a tip read more

Ordered Isabella skillet, asked to add turkey sausage, cost $17 which is a lot. I ordered pickup, drove all the way home realized they didn't put all the vegetables that the menu says only had about half the vegetables in it, (peppers, onions broccoli) (no tomatoes no spinach no mushrooms) If I'm paying $17 I want everything it's supposed to come with. I called asking for them to tell me what's supposed to be in the skillet, and I explained that it was missing a lot of vegetables, they say they would let the kitchen know, assuming they're going to make it again. I drive all the way back, the woman at the register takes the old food in the back and comes out with the new order, no compensation or anything for my time wasted driving back and forth for a messed up order, I'm assuming the trashed the other one, when they should've just let me keep it. read more

Quaker Diner - "Isabella Skillet" - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Food is delicious. Ordered the complete Thanksgiving Dinner, and it was perfection! Highly recommend!

Always a pleasure having a meal here. The staff is always friendly. Food is always cooked in a timely manner and tastes great. Reasonable prices. Was just there this morning. Noticed the bakery shelves were fully stocked. I was tempted but had to pass. But there's always next time! My fave meal here - The Hot Turkey Open Face with Mashed Potatoes read more

Like the specials. This is a nice classic diner. Service is usually good. Check them out

EXCELLENT food, service and atmosphere. I highly recommend! The cheesesteak was amazing!

I had the cheese grits and fried cod, Very fresh and delicious.. Today I had the Turkey Club Sandwich with Fries. Mom had the Chicken salad club with fries.. Very delicious read more

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Stopped in this morning for breakfast!! There is many spots to park in the Diners parking lot. When I walked in i was surprised by how nice this Diner looks. Can tell it had been remodeled. And looks great and alot of room. Was seated very quickly and given a menu. It's pretty good size menu with many breakfast options to choose from and good prizes.. I wound up ordering the French toast and bacon. It was definitely good. French toast just done right, the bacon crispy just the way I like it. Coffee was pipeing hot. The service was spot on always quick to the table for coffee refills and anything I needed. I'm glad to find this Diner on Yelp and look forward to coming back in the near future for breakfast or even Dinner. You can tell while sitting down that many regulars coming to the diner often for there morning breakfast. Many seem to know each other well. But if you want a big breakfast for a cheap price then this is you're spot!!! read more

Quaker Diner - Breakfast special!!! French toast with bacon and a hot cup of coffee - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Corn chowder was nice and hearty. Loved the small diner feel. Service was straight forward but friendly.

A massive menu, great prices, huge portions, and friendly service--exactly what I'm looking for in a diner.

I've been here a couple of times for lunch so far. The pros: 1. Super close to my work 2. parking lot off of Rising Sun Ave so no hunting for coins for the meter 3. Good sandwiches and French fries 4. Very inexpensive (my friend got a gyro platter which came with soup, fries, and a desert for I think $7.50) The Cons: 1. Both times I've tried their soups (they come with most lunch combos) they were not great. The chicken noodle needed salt and seasoning and the French onion might hve been the worst French Onion soup I've had (too many types of cheeses, including American (why???) and the crouton was rye, which was just overpowering. 2. Service can be a little slow. So far the buffalo chicken wrap, the fresh cut fries, and the paninis have been good. I will likely be back, but just not for soup. read more

Quaker Diner - Macaroni and cheese is a vegetable? - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Quaker Diner has really great breakfast and lunch. Their pancakes are good! Their club sandwiches and homemade soup are amazing. The service is good. They are sometimes closed at random times without notice. I would suggest they update their website so customers know before going there. Thankfully I don't live far from it. read more

This place surprised me and my colleagues. Food was great would recommend. Definitely coming back

The establishment was clean but small. Service was good but the food was sub par. Chicken and waffles were not good, at all. I noticed many regulars there which might account for the 4.5 star rating on Google. I was disappointed because I went in hungry and left out hungry. read more

Looking for something near by and not really feeling anything specific diners always fit the bill.I Known of the Quaker diner but just recently found out they have awesome food. My first trial was take out and it was perfect. Even eaten 15 minutes later. So me and the wife headed over for a Friday early dinner. First impressions walking in were shocking. Loved the chrome and shiny diner decor. Clean everywhere which is something I adore. Friendly staff told us to set where we like. I really love the choice to pick my sit, not sure why but I really appreciate it. I ordered the chopped sirloin with wedges and both were perfect. Great grilled onions adorned the broiled meat juicy and flavorful topped with homemade gravy set this meal right. Potatoes crispy just how I like it. Wife had the chicken and shared a piece with me, cause she cares. Crispy to perfection and moist inside. Fries are good as well. Clucking good chicken. Dinners came with soup or salad bar and choice of homemade dessert. Lots to chose from but we both wanted the chocolate cake and it did not disappoint. I had the cheesecake before and creamy and light and oh so fucking good. Burgers here are also fantastic. I talked with the owner/chef and everything is made from scratch and you can tell. This is my new go to, next visit trying some breakfast vittles. UPDATE (11/23/17): Stopped by Thanksgiving morning for a quick breakfast. Everyone super friendly and the food was perfect and very fulling. I really loved how crispy and light the waffle was. Breakfast is king and I will be it's court jester. read more

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Ordered a Caesar salad with shrimp but received a salad w/ tomatoes and red peppers. I didn't ask for that. But I think they were trying to compensate for the missing components of the Caesar, whatever the case, Would have been polite to put them on the side or give me the choice to choose a differ salad. They did take my name and number when I ordered. read more

Quaker Diner - Order a Caesar salad with shrimp. I don't know what kind of salad this is but it has red peppers and tomatoes in it. Didn't ask for this. - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

TL;DR: service was ok, people were nice, menu too big, food was horrible. Honestly, I went to try out the food. I see the sign when I go to work and I met the owner who said they have good biscuits. Well, as a southern gal who loves diner food and has eaten easily 1000 biscuits I decided to try it out. First off, there is 320 items on the menu, excluding optional additions and drinks, and some items you could get ARENT ON THE MENU (for instance chocolate chip pancakes). So, the service was ok it was pretty busy so I'm not gonna harp on that. Onto the food. To start I got chocolate chip pancakes, French fries, and a biscuit. I ordered bacon but they forgot to ring it in and they didn't have chicken tenders. Biscuit, burnt on the outside soft nice inside. You could maybe salvage hunks but then its not a biscuit! French fries: ok at first, a bit soft and mushy, but then over a short period of time it just kept getting worse and worse to the point by the end of the meal it was like eating a light fry coated mashed potato's. The flavor was lacking too it needed some seasoning, like salt or pepper. And the pancakes. Absolutely flavorless. The butter didn't help either, the chocolate chips helped but I want to taste something! To top it off, the texture was bad. The outside layers were crunchy, the inside was sparse, airy and empty. The knife only felt the crunch rather than the whole Cakey feel. read more

Quite possibly the worst French Toast I've had in Philly. This is including Pete's Clown House. It was burned on one side and soggy on the other. HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE? Also I had the Shepards Pie...I never ate something so tasteless in my life. I've had better Shepards pie in elementary school. It was sad. Needless to say I shan't be going back. read more

Quaker Diner - Burnt Watery French Toast - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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French Toast was completely dry. It looked like they buttered the bread with egg batter and toasted it. If the bread was thinner or they soaked it it may have been good but it was inedible and a waste of money. We also had the cream chipped beef which was good and why I split the difference and gave them three stars.French Toast read more

Quaker Diner - French toast - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We frequent the diner often;nice waitress always ,no matter who we get ,and that busboy\utility young man is always busy helping out ,and is so pleasant.. ..good people without question. Today ,after church we stopped and I ordered a Spanish omelette and in all the years here ,and trips to the diner ,it was the worst food item I've ever received .I order eggs ,dinners ,clubs ,soup ,whatever suits me on that day,so I've had good omelets here before many times ....I looked down to day to see eggs with red slop for lack of better word ,and a few onions maybe throw on top . Didn't look appetizing and tasted worse . Didn't have time today to send it back ,ate the toast ,homefries and called it a day .. I recommend this dinner ,just stay away from the Spanish omelette. read more

I so wanted to like this little diner! The server was so nice and was very attentive to my family. Unfortunately, the food left much to be desired. The onion rings were TERRIBLE. I've never tasted an onion ring that literally tasted like nothing...I mean crispy nothing. Then the burger someone in my group ordered was requested medium rare and it came out burnt and flavorless. There was absolutely no pink and it was drier than the desert. I would not recommend this diner but the server can come babysit my kids anytime ;) read more

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The quaker diner is a neighborhood miracle. In a booth or by delivery- due to the Coronapocalypse- the food is ALWAYS AMAZING. Every time I've eaten there. Huge portions- I've never eaten it all, I always have some for breakfast or lunch the next day. And I can clean a plate. The staff are amazing, polite and welcoming when on site, and their delivery is always fast. I cannot wait to order from them again, I just have to remember to prep some leftover containers ahead of time. read more

Enjoyed breakfast with great service and food. Bacon was delish. Over medium eggs perfectly cooked. Fresh flowers on table were nice touch. read more

Quaker Diner - Diners Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Ode to Quaker Diner. A Haiku. easy greasy food want death when old lady speaks Paul best waiter here It is what it is folks. A greasy spoon on a dirty street. The food can be hit or miss, but has been all hit in the last two months. Admittedly I tend to get the same few things (omelets, eggs over medium w/ pork roll, grits, home fries...) but did enjoy a good club sandwich once. The staff show no problem airing their dirty laundry and the oldest waitress there has uttered some of the funniest in an old school racist "Archy bunker" ignorant shit I've ever heard. Spit my coffee once, and I love every drop. It's a solid choice when I don't feel like cooking breakfast for myself. Staff picked up quick on my idiosyncrasies and give me perfect service every time. Paul is my guy, he covers all the bases whether it's just you in his section or he's slammed. Don't expect greatness folks, but don't count it out either... Oh, try to bring cash, you'll get a lecture for trying to pay with a card for anything under $10. read more

Seriously, folks...it's a diner. No cloth napkins. No waiter and runner and busboy. No silver plated utensils. So let's keep the expectations real. Food is okay. Not memorably good, nor memorably bad. Just okay. I do remember that breakfast was hot. Oh yeah...I should mention that. I had the breakfast, because I LOOOVE breakfast, and restaurants *usually* can't screw up eggs or pancakes. Our coffee cups went empty. That's bad. Really, really really really bad. Oops..and when coffee mugs were first put on the table, one of them had lipstick on it. No, really. I am NOT making that up. (Not a normal color, neither, but like some "late night drag queen hot pink") Food was hot but took longer than it should have. I'm used to diners, because I LOVE diners and diner food. Gimme a diner breakfast or diner meatloaf and mashed potatoes any day! But I dunno...this place just seemed like a "miss" on so many levels. read more

Not very good. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner on our visit and all was mediocre. Our waitress was very nice and tried her best. read more

I haven't been here in 5 years because I live in Seattle now, but I still remember their chicken parm sandwich. It's huge-- I used to eat half and save the rest for another meal. The french fries are battered! Club sandwiches were pretty good too. I used to come often on Sundays. Staff wears their Eagles gear on Sundays so it feels joyous and hopeful in there-- everyone's in a good mood. I hope it means something that I still think about their chicken parm sandwiches on the other side of the country. read more

I went to Quaker DInner to try something new, after 2pm the place was dead. I ordered a breakfast burger by the time the waitress got me my diet coke I notice that the glass was broken I mean come on how are you going to make bussness with this. When my food was served to me , I notice that they burned my onion rings were really black, the service was terrible. My suggest is don't go there, it took ten mins to get my check and another ten mins inorder to pay really Bad service. Don't bother going there waist of time. read more