We stopped to grab breakfast at the Roscoe Diner and after we parked, I noticed a sign out front that read, "Welcome to the famous Roscoe Diner". I thought it was a joke, as the place looked very standard, but I later told a friend I had been in Roscoe, and they asked if I had checked out the "famous Roscoe Diner". I asked why it was nicknamed as such, and he said that it was a very popular stop in the Catskills. Now, I had heard of and been to the Phoenicia Diner, but that offered trendy interpretations of classic diner cuisine, while this one was very basic. But, I suppose that was, perhaps, what others found charming about it. It certainly seemed stuck in a bygone era. In fact, our waitress was very much how you would envision a "diner waitress" in that she was older, had her hair in a bun, and she seemed mildly annoyed, ha. She was sweet, though. Anyway, the coffee was fantastic, and my egg white vegetable omelet was perfection. It was cooked through, as I had asked, and was not even the slightest bit oily. The vegetables were also very fresh. The accompanying potatoes, however, were bland and undercooked. In addition, the whole wheat toast clearly used processed, packaged bread. Sure, the "famous" Roscoe Diner was conveniently located right off the highway and offered a nostalgic atmosphere, but the food was just decent. read more

For my family, a road trip through the Catskills isn't complete without a stop at Roscoe Diner. We've been coming here for years, and walking through the doors always brings back memories of past trips. The diner is incredibly popular, so don't be surprised if there's a wait during peak hours. Between the convenient location right off the highway and its reputation as a Catskills institution, it's easy to see why so many travelers make this a regular stop. One of my favorite details is the collection of college banners hanging throughout the restaurant. Every visit, I find myself looking around to see which schools are represented. Food-wise, the deep-fried French toast is the menu item everyone talks about, and for good reason. I usually order one of their omelets with sausage links, and it's always hearty and satisfying. Before heading out, take a look at the bakery case. They offer a great selection of cookies, including several gluten-free varieties, which is something I always appreciate. As someone who eats gluten-free, I'd love to see them expand those options even further with gluten-free bread or a few additional menu items. The diner has also added an ice cream shop behind the main building, making it an even more enjoyable stop during the warmer months. Service has always been friendly, though things can move a little slower when the restaurant is packed. If you're ordering takeout, it's also worth double-checking your order before leaving, as we've occasionally had an item missed. The building itself shows its age, and while a refresh could certainly brighten things up, there's also something comforting about the nostalgia that comes with a classic roadside diner that's been serving travelers for generations. I do miss the days when Roscoe Diner stayed open later, but I understand how much the restaurant industry--and small-town economies--have changed over the years. No place is perfect, but Roscoe Diner remains one of those special stops that feels woven into the Catskills experience. Between the comforting food, welcoming atmosphere, convenient location, and years of family memories, it's a place we'll continue visiting for many years to come. read more

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We stopped in this area to get gas and decided to come here to eat breakfast. This place really is a great pitstop for coming to upstate or going down to NYC. This place is typically diner, portions are huge and reasonable price. Food came out quick and the server was very attentive. Ambiance was really cozy and diner vibes with all the college pendants displayed throughout the restaurant. read more

Roscoe Diner - 2 egg with bacon, pancake lumberjack - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

Classic roadside diner stop at (the world famous) Roscoe Diner. We stopped in on a Sunday around 5pm and it was quiet and relaxed. Perfect timing. Friendly service and our food came out quick. Kids ordered grilled cheese and fries and hotdogs with fries. The hotdog was so good we had to order another. We had the Reuben and a turkey club both really good and hit the spot. No Jell-O this visit, but they did have strawberry and chocolate ice cream which made the kids happy. Clean bathrooms and those cool classic diner chairs that give it that true diner feel. Worth stopping by if you're passing through Roscoe. read more

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While driving home from Binghamton, we stopped at the famous Roscoe Diner. This is a famous rest stop for the college crowd when traveling from/to college in the Northeast. Ambience - The novelty is that they hang college pennants from all the schools in the Northeast. Otherwise, it looks like any other diner. Food - the standard diner menu options, along with all day breakfast. We ordered: French Toast - nice toast with sprinkle of powdered sugar. 4/5 Eggs over Easy - doesn't get any more basic. 4/5 Disco Fries - fries with gravy and melted mozzarella. 4/5 TL/DR: a reliable diner on the drive to college. The display of college pennants is a nice gimmick, but once you get past that, it's just like any other diner. read more

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2nd timer! Stopped in at Roscoe Diner after a weekend camping trip, and it hit the spot! The place still has that classic small-town diner charm -- clean, friendly, and fast. The staff made us feel right at home even though it was busy, and the portions were huge (just what you need after hiking and campfire meals). I had the pancakes and bacon, perfectly cooked and crispy, while the rest of the crew went for burgers and milkshakes -- all great. Prices were fair, coffee was hot, and service was old-school polite. You can tell this place has been around forever for a reason. If you're passing through or wrapping up a camping weekend nearby, Roscoe Diner is a must-stop. read more

Roscoe Diner - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

Roscoe Diner has been feeding generations of locals and visitors. If you are traveling on Rt 17, it's a must. What makes it special is..classic, down home, friendly neighborhood diner. It's not fancy. Typical diner. Counter, booths, tables. Walls covered in college pennants from all over the country, from visitors passing through on their roadtrip to those places. Menu is typical diner stuff. Service is friendly and fast. We stopped for linch, was in & out under an hour. I had the meatloaf dinner. Huge portion of meatloaf slices and the creamiest mashed potatoes I have ever had at a diner. Spouse had burger. Nice size, cooked perfect with best looking potato salad. I don't get up this way too often, but if I am travelling Rt 17...I am always stopping here. read more

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Whoever thought to put a diner at a Tesla charging rest stop is genius. It's my second time at this rest stop on our trip upstate. While waiting for the car to charge, I decided to stop in to grab something to eat. It's actually a large diner with the classic diner booth seating inside. The staff is friendly and my food came out pretty quick. I ordered the salad over salad which is your choice of chicken or tuna salad over lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and even some olives. The portion was much bigger than I expected. It was definitely filling which I didn't expect for a salad. The tuna salad was done well, just the right amount of mayo to be able to taste the tuna but not be too fishy. Considering how big my salad was, I'd probably get one of the classic diner foods if I were ever to stop at this rest stop again. read more

Roscoe Diner - Salad Over Salad (tuna salad) - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

This has got to be the worst diner I ever ate at. From the disinterested server to the terrible Rueben. Tiny portions, under cooked fries with no salt and just as an aside the bathroom looked like something out of a bad gas station. Oh you get a discount if you pay cash. That's a bit sketchy. This is my only yelp review I have ever written. Next time I'll go hungry. read more

Stopped by for a late lunch with the family on a weekday and had a solid diner experience. Our chicken Caesar salad was huge and loaded with protein, so much so that we ended up taking half of it home. The cheeseburger was also nicely done, straightforward and nothing fancy. My chicken souvlaki wrap was enough to fill me up the rest of the day. The service was good, too. Our server was personable and patient, which is always appreciated. The ambiance was of the typical diner variety, casual and accessible, and that's always nice. We'll most likely be back next time we're in town. read more

First time- lunch was very good even if veggie burger fell apart as they often do when they become too fancy for themselves Second time - mid Sunday afternoon and place was crowded. An omelette was tasty and fries were crisp. My waffle arrived cold and seemed hastily done- perhaps they skipped reheating. Syrup was generic in small packet. I ordered eggs 'any style' with my waffle. I was told they didn't have soft boiled eggs and I I didn't want hard boiled. The lady at the checkout mentioned I could have had hard boiled eggs. So I learned that any style was fine as long as you wanted hard boiled eggs. Which were made when? So it was meh and I will know for a possible next time. One thing about the diner- Roscoe is strategically placed for travelers between finger lakes and NYC. Next time caveat emptor, order something else or wait till we get to Hancock NY. Liberty NY is depressing. Roscoe may not be far behind. read more

Not what it used to be. Service was poor. Bathrooms weren't serviced, no soap in one, no toilet paper & no soap in other Waffles were premade & then apparently re-heated on grill. Texture was "off". What were told to as maple syrup was served in unmarked squeeze bottle. Syrup seemed "foamy" and bottle had crust around to that was dark and hard to be just today's service Manager on duty was at best unapologetic & frankly didn't care about are issues as reported to her. Having heard on the phone, that seemed to be her "style". As to the food, Cobb salad was ok, nothing special. The boiled eggs in the salad were sadly well overcooked. Vert green yolks. I already noted BB the waffle as odd. Not going back. More options in Roscoe have to better! ( and are!) read more

Food was excellent but the old lady at the entrance is míserable. Not only she is rude, she is also, very nasty looking. Our group used to go there every Tuesday, not more. She likes to even control where you should sit, she does it in a very unpolite way. read more

We have not been here for many years. We decided to stop for breakfast and it was surprising to see almost no cars. Honestly, our meals were very simple and they were okay/good. The coffee was fresh, our waitress was very nice and service was quick. My husband had a toasted bagel with cream cheese and a side of corned beef hash. Yes it is canned, but that's what he, and most people, eat at home so no big deal. I had 2 eggs over easy, ham, home fries and rye toast. The eggs were perfect, the toast was good and the ham was okay.....like a pre-sliced package brand I get at the grocery. For the price of breakfast, 2 slices would have been nice. The home fries were disappointing, not seasoned and lots of hard, burnt bits among the pieces that didn't seem fried at all. Our server was great and for a quick simple meal we were satisfied. read more

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Grilled chicken Caesar wrap: Boring. Not very tasty. Would not get again. French onion soup: good cheese but the onion soup was not so great. Some onions were tough. Chicken parm: Not the best sauce but the breaded chicken was fine. Pasta was bland. read more

Came here on a Saturday afternoon and stopped in for lunch. This place is absolutely in the middle of no where so this is by far the best restaurant around by default. There are many signs saying it's so great and highly rated so standards are immediately high. In my opinion it is a good spot.. but not amazing. Just a good diner to stop at. Nothing too great to see or take a picture of, the staff was quick and seemed like a bunch of local college kids working side shifts. For food i ordered a burger and again it was good... but not great. My friends had similar reactions so 4 stars is being generous. read more

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Got this our last morning on vacation and it was the best breakfast we had while up there. We just did take out so I can't say much else but it was delicious. Typical diner look from the outside from what I could see. read more

Stopped at the Roscoe Diner for a late lunch! Had one of their many specials the Burger with bacon jam. Very good and great service again. Appreciate how well they take care of those that serve our country. Greatly appreciated! read more

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Stopped in the notable Roscoe Diner for breakfast. The inside was cozy and had that classic diner feel. Our server had a bright and welcoming personality and took our orders in a timely manner. Our food came out extremely quickly. I ordered the western omelette, which came with toast and home fries. It was all delicious. read more

Roscoe Diner - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

Looks good but below-par food. Typical extensive diner menu. We tried different classics and they all were poor. Service was ok, ambiance was, well, a diner! Bathrooms ok but no lock on the bathroom stall in men's room. To be specific, the steak and cheese taste like fake food on some bland roll. Eggs Benedict blah. Hamburger bland, Caesar salad all wrong! Spanakopita tasteless and soggy. Everything tastes like frozen food. After leaving, we felt like it was the least appetizing meal we've had in memory. Have the owners/cooks eaten elsewhere?!?! Cute, fun-looking town. Mobil station a plus! Will try Italian and grill places next time we pass through. I do not enjoy writing these kinds of reviews. But don't say I didn't warn you! read more

The Roscoe Diner is well known for many reasons, mainly because it sits in the middle of nowhere in a rural area with its own restaurant, and nothing else, located directly off Route 17 (future I-86), making it extremely convenient for travelers, including, college students, locals, even fishermen, and vacation travelers, etc. We were seated upon entering, not too busy, and had great customer service. There were enough workers that kept the flow going, and it was perfect considering the time. The menu has a variety to offer, and they do have an all-day breakfast for those who love it. The chicken wrap parm caught my eye, which I personally never heard of, and its flavor was tasty and cooked right. I was impressed by how it came out. The atmosphere is touching, and the interior definitely speaks for itself, old school and original. I'm sure it had its renovation here and there. I find it pretty cool how they have college banners hanging all over the place. Been open since the 1960s, and it's famous for a reason - get to it!! read more

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The food was good, service was fast and friendly, and the college flags brought a cool vibe! A nice spot in the town!!! read more

Roscoe Diner - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

Went here on a busy Sunday while driving around the area. My mother remembered the tender calamari she had years back and wanted to try it again. We were seated immediately and was advised that a server will be right with us, but not immediately since another group was seated before us. I found that odd but yet impressed at that little touch of service. Our waitress too was very attentive and excellent. I would say service was pretty fast considering the amount of people who were there, not an extensive wait for food. Nothing new to expect, it's a diner with an array of choices. We tried the calamari but it was a little on the chewy side. The fish sandwich and chicken tenders were just plain, nothing excited to talk about. If you happen to be in the area and want diner food, then consider this spot for your choices. read more

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Was in the area for a mini weekend away from the city so we came for lunch on a Monday. When we arrived, there were a good amount of people already dining and more came as we ate and left. We ordered the fried french toast, a burger, and a monte cristo sandwich. The portions of everything was huge - everything tasted decent, like what diner foods should taste like. The fried french toast was really thick but pretty desirable the first few bites. Then it got a bit too heavy. One order comes with three pieces, we ate just 1 and took two to go. The burger my husband ordered was huge- I didn't try but he said it was decent. The monte cristo I ordered was ham and turkey sandwiched between slices of french toast with a thick slab of melted cheese on top. It was HEAVY. I ate half and couldnt finish the rest. Overall, food was you typical diner food- we didnt go in expecting much so certainly did not come out disappointed. The interior of the diner reminds me a lot of the Hilary Duff version of Cinderella ha. Lots of college flags up on the walls around the entire diner. read more

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Food was insanelyyy greasy and oily. Couldn't finish a breakfast sandwich. Ordered an english muffin with a fried egg and Canadian bacon, the egg was shiny because of the oily. read more

This place used to be really special. It is the perfect midpoint distance between metro New York and most of the upstate colleges. I'm not sure when it stopped, but they used to give you awesome Cole slaw and unlimited new pickles with every meal. You'd get a free bumper sticker and advertise for them "Meet me at the famous Roscoe Diner." Now, no Cole slaw or new pickles unless you order them and you have to pay for bumper stickers. Yes, you have to pay to advertise for them. I had a Turkey club and a side salad, which was fine. Service was pleasant and accurate. The person with me had a Chicken breast melt sandwich and enjoyed it. They also have a supercharging station in the parking lot, which is pretty cool to see all the Teslas coming in and out. read more

My boyfriend and I were traveling upstate and stopped here for dinner. It is famous for being the middle point of NYC and Western NY. I ordered the Happy Waitress sandwich. It's a classic and one of my favorite things at a diner...grilled cheese with bacon and tomato. Simple, yes....but absolutely delicious. It came with fries and a pickle. While looking over the menu I noticed on the menu "French Fry Corner." It had different types of loaded fries on the menu. I ended up upgrading my fries to pizza fries. These fries were topped with the most delicious marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. SO DELICIOUS. The marinara was chunky and full of flavor. Definitely not out of a jar. My boyfriend ordered the Open Reuben Burger. It was a burger topped with corned beef, pastrami, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese. He also opted for a side of breakfast sausage as diner breakfast sausage hits different. He also upgraded his fries. He went with Mediterranean fries. These fries were out of this world delicious! The fries came topped with feta, tomatoes, kalamata olives, basil, mozzarella cheese and a pesto Mayo. The flavor combinations were magical. To upgrade to the speciality fries was only a $1.14 upcharge! For everything and a soda the bill came out to $33. Not bad at all and very reasonable. Definitely stop here in your travels! read more

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The service was fine, food was decently fast, the location is right off the highway so it's kinda fun for a road trip. The ambience was old school diner vibes, with pennants of colleges all around the country. However, the food was just bad :/ - my burger's bun felt really crumbly and stale and the burger patty itself tasted stale as well. My friend who got a breakfast-y platter was also kinda disappointed. read more

A middle of nowhere throwback oasis. The Roscoe Diner looks and feels like a diner of yesteryear and like most mile wide, inch deep menus, stick with the basic palate of breakfast favorites, sandwiches and burgers. You've been warned, try the surf and turf at your own risk but the good news is that service has always been smooth and efficient. The Roscoe Diner is the diner template done almost to perfection and deserves an easy five stars. Pro tip... order the French Toast. read more

Stopped here for lunch and wasn't disappointed. Staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. I ordered a Mediterranean salad, which was fresh, flavorful and Included anchovies. Dressing was served on the side so I could put as much as I wanted. My husband ordered a Caesar salad and though it was large in fresh, instead of Parmesan cheese it contained mozzarella. The real issue I had was with the bathrooms. The floors and toilets were clean, but the stalls Did not appear to have been cleaned in a very long time. This is an easy fix for a nice place. read more

Roscoe Diner - Mediterranean salad - Diners Near Me - Roscoe, New York

Famous diner. It is really just normal diner. Our waitress was great. She knew exactly what is going with our food! Meatloaf sandwich was really good. read more

Great location off of 17. However, the Friday of Memorial weekend... We stopped at 8am, for breakfast. Only had 2 servers working. They weren't ready for the holiday weekend. Food was mediocre at best read more

Can you believe they charged me $7.23 for a side of bacon to go with my omelet? THAT'S INSANE! The side of bacon for my husband's meal was only $3.12. When I asked the waitress why, she shrugged her shoulders and said, "I don't know, because that's how much it costs." I know prices went up since Covid, but for a dated establishment with poor lighting, torn-up seats, and dirty bathrooms, they really shouldn't be charging so much for their food and charging more if you're not using cash. They lost me as a customer! read more

The service is really fast and quick, right in a snap. The waiters/waitresses are very kind and helpful in every way possible. The food that I ordered was the Eggs Benedict. It was really nice and delightful, even when you ask for a runny egg. The ambiance is like any other diner. But their food is outta this land of USA. read more

This place is legendary! Service is excellent food is typical diner fare. Bathrooms are DISGUSTING! Like seriously disgusting. I'd feel more comfortable going In the woods out back behind the building than taking my chances of catching something from a toilet seat. Place could use an update badly, but when you're hungry and you're driving upstate this is the place to go! read more

Breakfast was great, but diner is older. Service was really good. I'll be back here!!!

I'm so sad to say I was so disappointed by Roscoe Diner. I was in Upstate NY and decided to stop into Roscoe Diner and was very underwhelmed. Our server was great and so attentive (and you could tell she was so busy) so that was greatly appreciated especially for a large group during lunch time. The ambiance was very classic old school diner with college flags all around which I have to admit was very cool. The food though was just not good. The turkey in the turkey club was always gray and incredibly dry - yuck. read more

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Meet me at the Roscoe Diner! Sat at the counter and the woman that was my server seemed to be having a rough day. She was very pleasant, but I could tell there was some staffing issues and food wasn't coming out of the kitchen quickly. That being said, my food came out in a reasonable time, eggs and sausage were good and I told her so. People who expect everything to be perfect every time bug me. They bug me a lot. I was grateful that the Diner was open and I had a place to eat. I wish the Diner the best! read more

Mixed results.......they do a good job with omelettes, a great job with fries, but hash browns were very undercooked. I know breakfast starts early, but some servers were crankier and slower than necessary. read more

I ordered the western omelet expecting something tasty and was disappointed. No flavor other than the ham and veggies. The omelet wasn't fluffy but flat. What would normally come with a breakfast.....hash browns? Nope, French fries!!! Really? Charged $5.15 for a soup bowl sized cottage cheese, and $3 for a soda. Not sure what they're "World Famous" for. Definitely not "World Famous". Maybe self proclaimed famous. read more