I have frequently tried the breakfast, and it is ok! Tonight I had to listen to the waitress and cook arguing through out dinner.

For me, you can't say the word, "diner" and not think of Ritters. It's a quintessential diner in all forms of the word. From the decor, to the taste of the food, to even the staff uniform, it's to me what a diner is all about. The inside is like a throwback to any diner that's come and gone. I don't think the interior has been updated, well, ever, but while it's outdated, it's completely charming which includes the old jukeboxes on the tables. The staff wear uniforms in the form of nurses scrubs. I assume because it's next to the hospital? I never really knew why for certain. The menu is typical diner flair and the prices are cheap. On my last visit I craved some blueberry pancakes which I really enjoyed. This place gets crazy when the bars close. Nothing makes a drunk feel better than some breakfast food at 2am, especially when that meal costs the same as one beverage. Service here can be dicey at best. My last visit was crazy. You could tell the server was not feeling it today. I let her do her thing, it didn't bother me, but don't come here expecting world-class service because that's not going to happen. The place is cash only but there is an ATM at the front for you to use. If you're looking for an old-school diner with cheap food that taste good then this is going to be right up your alley. If you have any need to be waited on hand and foot then you might want to try someplace else. read more

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Tried the place for Sunday brunch with visiting family. It was very busy, but we got a table in the back room within 10-15 minutes. Our waitress was very nice, especially given how busy it was. Food was a little slow, but again understandable with the crowd. The menu is extensive, so we're looking forward to returning to try something new. We liked the unique, Greek inspired breakfast options, such as the gyro omelettes. The omelettes were all really good and large portions. Potatoes were average. The one downside that soured my experience was that the bathroom was absolutely disgusting. read more

Service was fine. Pace of food delivery was reasonable. Ambiance is of a traditional Pittsburgh decor for a diner. I had a chicken Parm sandwich. My bad for ordering this at a diner. But, they must have microwaved the chicken to point it was hard rubber. The breakfast foods are fine but I didn't order that. Maybe just take this item off the menu. read more

Ritter's Diner is a classic. This is a family run business. All the food is homemade !! Great fried zhuchinni and fried tomatoes . Anything you order is good. They treat their employees well and they always have. Anyone who has ever had a business understands the challenges . These are great folks and they do their best! We been eating at Ritter's for years and will continue going back. We love this place and all the familiar faces. read more

My wife and I watched them turn away two couples 40 minutes before the restaurant's scheduled closing time. One couple had already sat down and was given menus, and someone from the staff asked them to leave. Astonishing rudeness. We've grossly over-tipped and gone out of our way to patronize this place just to help them stay afloat, but we're probably not going back now. After 25+ years of patronage. All that, and cold food too (sometimes). read more

This is a real classic diner and it's a cash only From its looks to its food It's all good I've been here a few times and just the last visit I realized they have a big parking lot just to the right rear of the diner It can be crowded on a Sunday brunch time but the line moves fast It's good food all around Classic French toast is my favorite My son had the banana foster French toast our last visit fresh cut banana with a surprisingly tasty syrup. It's a tasty change from regular French toast. Not heavy The menu has classic diner food offerings Burgers,eggs,grilled cheeses Prices are reasonable I like the hours this diner keeps need breakfast at 11pm head on over Service is always friendly read more

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From the outside, looks like your bog standard Americana diner, and it can be if you want it to be: plenty of breakfast dishes in a trad style available, including your typical bacon, eggs, and toast combo, pancakes and syrup, and the perennial favorite, bottomless coffee. There's also an old timey analogue jukebox by each table where for a mere 50 cents in quarters you can crank up classic rock, disco, motown, country, and pop tunes, almost none of it released before the year 2000 or so. NOW here's where things get really cool. And serious. And intense. Okay, are you ready for this? At Ritter's, you can get SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS for BREAKFAST. That's right. As a BREAKFAST dish. Do you know what else you can get for breakfast? VEAL PARMIGIANA. That's right. For breakfast! Served with a side salad and a side dish of spaghetti! Decent quantity, decent variety, for a standard breakfast price? How's that for a SWEET, SWEET deal. Other menu options include gyros, fried chicken, baked fish, the list goes on! If you want something lowkey different hidden behind a highkey same-y facade, you want Ritter's. A real hidden gem! read more

Ive NEVER encountered a more RUDE employee of a food establishment in my life. We ordered steak & eggs.... Both steaks cooked MEDIUM . The steaks came out extra well done. We very politely brung it to the server's attention, at which point one of the cooks comes out from the kitchen and begins to LITERALLY ARGUE with us, saying that the steaks were "cooked perfectly ". He argued... he looked us up & down and smirked... he accused us of wanting free food... he basically treated us like garbage. We later found out that this old man was one of the "owners" and is apparently known for his attitude & treatment towards people of color. Our breakfast was ruined at this point. Our waitress was very nice & apologetic and we left her a generous tip before we left. We will NEVER return. read more

Old classic diner feel and service with mediocre food and coffee. Adequate but not stellar. Seemed family owned and was happy to support just the same. read more

I used to love Ritters it was a nice local diner with friendly people and reasonable prices. My last experience was terrible the food was bad the staff was so rude. We paid 74 dollars for 4 people to have a basic breakfast. The cashier that took our money slammed my change on the counter no Thankyou for coming or even a goodbye. I won't ever go back there again read more

Came here for the first time for dinner on a Friday. Ordered the Manhattan clam chowder as an appetizer, their Florentine omelette with wheat toast, and their strawberry shortcake dessert. My friend ordered a side of coleslaw, their fish sandwich with mac n cheese, and a slice of their apple pie for dessert. What's Hot - Price. Total came out to under $30 for 2 people. Not a bad bargain. Most of their menu items are under $10, which is affordable. - Layout. There are plenty of booths that can seat 2-4 people and they have a counter. Convenient and helpful. Looks like they're ready for people in a rush and for people who are going to take more time. - Parking. There's a small parking lot behind the store that can hold 5-6 cars. There's another parking lot between the post office and the apartment building on the block next to the diner, as well. That there is parking available is pretty helpful! - Menu. Breakfast served all day. I love breakfast, so that I can have breakfast for dinner is definitely a winner. There's something for everyone- kids menu, soups, meats, veggies, fish, and desserts. My friend was observing Lent, so he couldn't eat meat. Thankfully, this place had plenty of accommodations in the menu. - Service. Aside from what I address below, their service is dependable and helpful. Our waitress answered our questions regarding the desserts available, refilled my friend's coffee when needed, and came over when we flagged her down. Their hours are very convenient, as well! They're open early and late on the weekdays and 24 hrs on the weekends. - Quality. The hash browns that came with my omelette were pretty good. Kinda crunchy exterior and soft on the inside. The strawberry shortcake was pretty good, too and came with some strawberries on the side. Not fresh strawberries, though. My friend's apple pie was soft, but didn't look like it was made by the diner. It's not the best food I've ever had and the flavor doesn't stand out. Flavor of their food is decent and dependable (ie: you always know what you're getting). What's Not - Quality. It's not bad, but I've had better. For example, my omelette was kinda tough. It wasn't soft and fluffy. The cheese wasn't spread throughout the entire omelette. It looks like they put a piece of sliced provolone cheese in my omelette, rather than spreading shredded cheese throughout the entire omelette. The mushrooms in my omelette were also canned mushrooms, instead of fresh mushrooms. The Manhattan clam chowder was watery and not very flavorful. In other words, the flavor of the food isn't the best. - Service. It's kind of self-serve. When I arrived, I was able to pick out a booth. However, none of the staff offered me any menus. I had to go to the front and ask for menus. It looks like you may need to fend for yourself when you first get there. I saw other customers come in and kind of do the same, which gives me the impression that this place is geared towards the locals (ie: customers who have been here before and know how they operate). Not necessarily a bad thing, but be prepared if you're a newbie. Their staff don't check in on you unless you flag them down. They also leave you alone once they give you the check. I prefer places where their staff check in on you and will still refill your water while you're still socializing. That's just me. - Hot sauce. They have sauce, but it's very weak and not very spicy. I don't remember the brand, but it looks like they only carry 1 brand of hot sauce, too. I love spicy foods, so just be aware that if you're a fan, you won't get satisfied here. Final Answer Willing to come back, but not the top of my list. read more

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I went here late night after a night out with some friends. For this being one of the only options open after the bars were closed, I'd say it was a good experience for the convenient hours. Food - The Cheeseburger and French Fries were average - what you can expect from basically any place that sells burgers and fries. Service - The service was very fast. They sure made it a point to keep things moving. Atmosphere - Typical diner setting. The bathroom was not the cleanest but then again I was there at an odd time. read more

Ritter's Diner - Bacon Cheeseburger - Diners Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Delicious blueberry pancakes. Perfectly crispy bacon, good coffee. Awesome place all around read more

perfect diner! great prices and great food. i really enjoyed how laid back and traditional this diner was. we had a great server. they only take cash but they have an atm inside for your convenience. i can't wait to come back ! read more

Ritter's Diner - music player - Diners Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Wife and I went here for dinner the other night. I had the Baked cod with french fries and a house salad. The place is pretty big and has plenty of seating. The waitress was very friendly and service was excellent. The cod was really good and the salad as well was good. The prices were good and overall I was extremely happy with Ritters. The only negative aspect was that they only took cash which wife and I did not know in advance, Luckily we had some with us. *****cash only establishment**** There is however a ATM by the front entrance. i definitely would recommend Ritters Diner and you can be sure I will be going there again. read more

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When the subject of Diners in Pittsburgh comes up, one thinks first of Pamela's. Ritter's came as a recommended alternative and I was pleased to discover it. On a weekday morning, Ritter's was not at all crowded for breakfast. I ordered the two eggs breakfast with scrambled eggs. It came with breakfast potatoes, sausage and rye toast. Service was friendly and quick, with unlimited coffee. All was good and in generous quantity. I must note the link sausage was of a more generous size than often encountered. The offstreet parking lot is brilliant. The menu is quite reasonably priced. Ritter's accepts cash only. An ATM is on the premises. read more

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Ritter's is right now the most convenient and best diner in the City of Pittsburgh. Nestled in the heart of the city, it has been in business for years and used to be open 24 hours. Still, be cautious as they are still cash-only. Compared to the other diners around, Ritter's has them all beat on price, service and quality. Compare Ritter's to Pamela's and you will see that Ritter's blows them out of the water. Pamela's is expensive for a diner that currently serves with plastic forks and styrofoam plates, and their coffee is not as good as Ritter's. Ritter's also has a dedicated parking lot, which is also extremely convenient in a crowded area like Shadyside. Food is always fresh, floors, tables and bathrooms clean. Service is excellent. A winner. read more

The food is usually pretty good, but the last time I went (July 8) the crazy-looking older employee with the blond hair was physically assaulting (as in grabbing, yanking around, and shoving) the girl she was training, because she mixed up tables 1 and 2 in the back room. Now instead of remembering the food and hanging with my friends, I think of this ludicrous violent person when I think of Ritters, and just feel angry and sad that's how they treat their employees. Not sure I'll go back. read more

We came for Friday morning breakfast at 10 and I was surprised to see how bustling was! Clearly a neighborhood favorite among long-time residents. The major draw for me was how cheap everything was- you could get a full meal for probably under $5! We got coleslaw, 3 spanikopita, a pancake, 2 eggs, toast, hash browns, and 2 coffees for under $20. That was thrilling in itself, especially among all the newer more expensive places coming to the area! And the restaurant is open 24/7 so you can always get your cheap fix. It was also quite clean for a diner, and they had fun individual juke boxes on each table so bring 50¢! There weren't many creative options for vegetarians, but you could definitely get by with any sort of egg/cheese/bread/potato combination for breakfast. They serve lunch and dinner 24/7 as well, and the veg options looked sparser for this part of the menu. Vegans would have an even tougher time. The major downside for Ritters was how slow service was. We probably spent longer here than we would at a nice dinner, so be warned to only come when you have ample time. The servers are extremely nice and hardworking, though! I'll probably be back for another lazy breakfast. read more

It's a diner. Cheap, fast, delicious food. Nothing special just diner food. You get what you expect! Friendly service. Omelettes are solid, if you get something with homefries as for them extra crispy! All this food was $35. read more

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Amazing food and service. Food came out quickly and was perfect. Good prices and will be returning.

Perfect home style American restaurant. Cheap food with good taste and warm-hearted waitresses. It has existed for around 70 years, which could already demonstrate its quality. I will recommend anyone to this restaurant. read more

Oh, Ritters. I had heard of you for a long time, but simply never made the trek out your way - until yesterday! I had a chance to dine here with a number of other Yelpers, and I think we all absolutely loved eating here. Firstly, I'm in love with their menu - a lengthy list of America's classics and favorites with a few extra non-traditional additions just for good measure. Choosing what to eat at this diner was my biggest challenge of the past week. I eventually settled on the Greek Hobo omelet, which is a delicious mix of gyro ingredients that comes complete with a side of Tzatziki sauce to go with the ensemble. Add in the amazingly fresh hash browns and heavily buttered toast, and I was served up quite the feast. And I devoured it like the happy glutton I was! Not only did the food leave me happy, but keep in mind that my group was a group of over 10 people - all of our food was at our table within 15 minutes of ordering. And based on the comments of "that's delicious" that I heard all around, that speed is all the more impressive due to the quality of the food that was produced. I will definitely make the trek out to Ritters again in the future - especially now that I know that they have their own parking lot, as parking is the biggest reason I don't venture to this part of town very frequently. I need to try a few more things that caught my eye on their awesome menu. (But next time I'm definitely remembering cash, as they're cash only, and I admittedly don't want to pay an ATM fee to get cash in their main room every time I eat here.) read more

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Not sure why anyone gives this place any more than one star. Arrived at 12:25 and was seated and waited on within 5-10 minutes which was good. Then downhill from there. Waited an hour for food that was pretty bad. It took 40 minutes just to get a water. The waitress was yelling at a customer to "put his shoes on". I would understand busy but this was beyond that. We ordered a basic burger and an omelette. The omelette was a scrambled egg which was cold. The burger was a sloppy mess. After 50 minutes I asked about our food. The waitress proceeded to the next table to tell the customers I was in a hurry . The whole experience just felt awful. Wish I had hit a fast food drive thru instead l. read more

Very good breakfasts at a reasonable price. I visited my first time because it's a Pittsburgh landmark, but I keep going back because of the great food. The wait staff is always friendly, and I rarely have to wait long for a table. You won't find savory gourmet food here, but you will experience an honestly good traditional diner experience at a good price. I like that they have free parking available and generous hours. Always a reliably solid choice. read more

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It has been years since I stopped at Ritters. Back in the day I frequented Ritters semi-regularly, especially later at night after an evening out. This visit was at a normal dinner hour with the family. When we walked in local tv personality Ken Rice was in front of us. He was obviously a regular because he was quickly greeted by one of the waitresses. We were told we could sit on the left side which was fine. Our waitress came over to us relatively quickly. My oldest son ordered chocolate chip pancakes with bacon, my youngest son had the kids chicken fingers. My wife had a Ritters melt type sandwich, and I had the meatloaf dinner (home fries...ahhh!) with beef noodle soup. The soup was ok. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Portion sizes and prices were fair. As other yelpers have shared this is cash only so plan accordingly. There is an ATM in the restaurant if needed. I'm not anticipating as long of a gap between visits. My youngest is already asking about our next visit. See you soon Ritter's. read more

Conveniently across the street from UPMC Shadyside hospital. Great service and down home atmosphere is hard to beat. Had the liver and onions which came with choice of potatoes, veggies, and a hard roll. Normal person portions and with a coffee came to less than ten bucks. Food wasn't anything to right home about, but a nice experience, convenient location, and open 24 hours. Cash only, but there is an ATM machine. read more

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I'd heard so much about this place from friends and decided to check it out. The food was fine (got an eggs, bacon and toast breakfast) - what you'd expect from a diner. Nothing was wrong with it, it just wasn't as exciting as people had made it seem. What was frustrating though was the hosts just kind of ignored everyone in line for a while, which made it a really unpleasant experience. I ended up waiting longer than I probably should have because I was eating alone. I'll probably opt for Pamela's next time but my waitress was really nice! read more

Popular place on a Sunday afternoon. The rueben omelette was excellent and they make a great cup of coffee. The place was hoppin' In spite, the staff was pleasant and engaging. I did think it took a little too long to get our food. Usually the counter can count on getting served quicker. Not the case that day. I was missing the retro light fixtures. Wish they hadn't changed those out. read more

Great classic diner! Simple and delicious diner fare and great friendly service. Definitely recommend! My partner got the strawberry pancakes special which were delicious and I got the french toast which was quite simple but yummy and 2 eggs with perfectly cooked crispy potatoes! Good coffee (for a diner) and good buttered toast. read more

Undercooked food and filthy bathrooms. Possibly the dirtiest bathrooms in a restaurant I've ever seen.

The service was excellent! I am not from around here, Im from the State College area and just stopped at a cute diner quick for breakfast...The girls (servers) are so sweet!! The food was delicious and came quickly although they were very busy. I sat at the counter and met these three chatty old men, they were very nice as well and one even paid for my meal! Highly recommend this place, with very good food and for an adequate price as well. And a very cute area!! They have a parking lot across from the restaurant which makes it way easy for parking (which is something I struggle with haha) This diner was a great start to my morning! Also for some reason my name on here is my stepdads name LOL. It's Ryleigh! read more

If I had to give you just one reason to return to this establishment it would be that they have table jukeboxes. Filled with ridiculous music that of course you want to listen to. Fifty cents a play and it only takes quarters. It's easy to have your own little dance party in the booth. As many have said before, cash only. So if you don't already have your cash or stopped at an ATM, no need to worry there is an ATM right as you walk in. Not sure if its like this all the time, but it's a seat yourself type of establishment. When we were there the place wasn't too busy and easy to run for the one server manning the floor. I love the fact that the server wears scrubs being in close proximity to Shadyside hospital (of course don't expect surgery here). The place is set up like a classic diner inside with the addition of some late model wood paneling. It's hideous, and I love it. From the booths to the counter seats (where I assume you have to be a regular to sit there). Even the desert case at the register, sadly only filled with minimal treats to take with you. The bathrooms are typical and scary. I walked into a swimming pool waiting to happen because someone forgot to turn off the water. The food, hmm the food. What an interesting array of food to have for this place. From grape leaves to meatloaf. Speaking of meatloaf, that's what I had. Two decent size slices of meatloaf, a scoop of diner mashed potatoes, and the gravy on the side. I also opted for the side salad, which was simple with iceberg lettuce, onion, tomato and green pepper. And the fresh (is it really fresh?) bread that they give you is amazing. If this place is this good at night, I can only imagine what it's like during the day. read more

The reviews complain about "grey haired women" wait until you get grey hair and let's see you wait tables. Then god forbid you had to wait for menus and food.. they were obviously busy.. do you think they want to keep you waiting on purpose? It surprises me how some of you can leave thousand of reviews. The food is typical diner food. Not open 24 hours anymore but hey.. Pittsburgh don't have the nightlife it used too.. read more

It's my second time at the Ritter's diner. First time all I remember is that the water tasted like dishwater. Second visit I decided to pay more attention to the details because I wish to pursue a career as a professional Yelper. The water performance was far better the second time around and I was very pleased. My garden salad was honestly below average, and had little to no nutritional value. Bread rolls weren't half bad once you get into them and used the butter. My entree was the chicken parmigiana and it was atrociously bland and it was extremely upsetting. The pasta came on the side and was in a meat sauce which is an interesting partner with the chicken parm. 2 of my friends ordered the same meal, one described it as " you do not want to order this here," and the other had to send it back because it looked beyond wonky inside (under cooked). I attached a picture below. As far as the service, it was average. I will cut them some slack because we had a larger party, but at the same time they were not very busy. My waitress did not smile or say excuse me once when reaching on to the table. Also the employees are wearing scrubs and it makes no sense. At the end of the day the best part of my experience was the water and it might be the best water in town who knows. But I expect nothing less from a city like Pittsburgh... what a dump. read more

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Got exactly what I expected from retro-feeling diner like this one. I was starving and really needed some food in me, and it was comforting and satisfying for occasions like this just the way it should have been. I got a bowl of chili, pork chop and eggs (with toast), and some tea. Everything was fine. Nothing spectacular, but I mean... it's a 24 hour diner. Everything was well-cooked and tasted fine. Minor complains include the cash-only aspect, the fact that they prebutter your toast (I never had a place not ask or just give it on the side tbh), and that nothing is seasoned! I hate trying to pour salt out of a shaker on luke-warm food and having the crystals not dissolve into the food or the food be salted evenly.. but if that's what you prefer... I don't come here often and was stuck in the area waiting for an appointment, so this was a good breakfast. Dependable diner food exactly what I expected - comforting, well cooked, and it'll always be there 24 hours a day! The people seemed like regulars and the staff always joked around with them... it's a nice environment for a morning/late night meal (my usual diner hours). Maybe they'll even season your food and not butter your toast if you ask. Definitely better than any food I'd had at Eat'n Park at this hour. read more

Ritter's Diner - Cup of Chili - Diners Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I had the meatloaf to go with homefries and green beans! Excellent taste and great service wit a smile. My food was ready when I got there and it was hot when I got back to the office. It was great because I didn't have to cook it! Thank you!!! It was busy and the place was neat and clean. read more

The food is average. I've been to better diners. My problem is how they talk to their servers. The servers all appear to be senior citizens and they way owners treat them leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth. read more

Excellent local diner! Friendly and comfortable. Breakfast is my favorite with great diner coffee. Greek food is the go to after breakfasts. Parking makes it super easy for a quick, solid, affordable meal. Ritters is a gem. read more