The waiters are so enthusiastic and energetic they even dance!! The food is amazing and the…read moreambiance really takes you back to the 50s!! Recommend for bigger groups so you can try a little bit of everything!

Shirley was great. Food is good, desserts are good, arcade is fun for the kids. Always a good timeread more

Love this little Niche diner!…read more PROs: After eating here many times over the years I'm writing a review. It's a very diverse menu for all 3 different meals. They offer beer, wine, and other beverage options. The diner is movie set themed due to the property next door being an old movie studio that's now used to train Military and Law Enforcement. The staff is always very attentive and courteous - today we had Allison and she was great. The new chilaquiles was also delicious. The place is very kid friendly as well. CONs: Parking can be a challenge at times and expect a wait during prime breakfast/brunch hours but the staff will work hard to get you seated in a timely manner.

I was looking forward to having biscuits and gravy this morning. I remembered ordering this many…read moretimes many years ago. This morning's order was a disappointment. The gravy was very thin and runny, the biscuits consisted of one slice of biscuit and a slice of some sort of flatbread that does not match any biscuit I've seen. Aside from the hash brown, the bread was very greasy. I brought this to the server's attention. Instead of him asking if there was anything else I would like, he just took away my plate. I would always recommend this place to family and friends but not sure about that now. Suck a disappointment Merry Christmas Eve! Bah humbug!

I was honestly a little nervous coming here after seeing some mixed reviews, but I'm SO glad I went…read morebecause everything was really good. The food was delicious across the board. The cinnamon bun is HUGE -- definitely shareable -- and absolutely worth getting. The biscuit and gravy were so comforting and flavorful, and my breakfast plate with the buckwheat pancakes had such a nice, slightly different flavor that I actually loved. Nothing to complain about at all -- everything hit. But what really stood out was the staff. Our waiter was so sweet and made the whole experience even better. Great service always makes such a difference, and they really delivered here. Overall, such a great breakfast spot. I would definitely come back again!

Have you been to Beginner's Diner yet? Seriously, you must! Its amazing atmosphere, round the clock…read moreservice, and mindfully crafted affordable menu will turn you into a fiend! For your late night cravings, Dustin and Joey are your tireless source of great food and prompt service. The night menu consists of all time breakfast favorites and fresh made sandwich plates, and is in effect 11pm-6am. Joey will pour you a cup of coffee and keep it full. If you are looking to cool off instead, ask for one of his thick and creamy milkshakes. Each one comes with a free smile for you to wear out. And the tacos, where do I even begin?! Dustin is a certified taco-logist who doesn't operate below "extraordinary". You are gonna want to place an additional to-go order, so the morning-you doesn't resent the middle of the night-you for getting all the perks. Yes, everything is that delish!

This spot is a must try if you're in the neighborhood…read more Clean, affordable, great service. The ladies who are serving super down to earth kind souls who actually want you to enjoy your food. Everything was delicious, they slow roast their own meat and it was spectacular. I'll be coming back, everything was done super well Thanks guys

Jo's Mission Hills Diner feels like the neighborhood's pulse point, a tiny dining room that somehow…read morecarries the whole community on its back. It's the kind of place where the tables are close, the chatter is warm, and the menu reads like a greatest hits album of American comfort. The kitchen doesn't chase trends. It doesn't need to. Jo's stays in its lane and keeps it honest, which is exactly why the regulars keep showing up. The lineup hits all the classics. Burgers that taste like they came off a backyard grill. A grilled cheese with tomato soup that taps straight into childhood memory. A club sandwich stacked with the confidence of a place that's been doing this forever. And then there's the short rib sandwich, the quiet champion of the menu, rich and tender and absolutely the move. Even the fish and chips hold their own, a solid portion that doesn't try to reinvent anything. Jo's isn't here to surprise you. Jo's is here to feed you well. Four stars because it delivers exactly what it promises. No frills, no theatrics, just Mission Hills comfort done right.

Rudford's is one of my dad's favorite restaurants. We went there 3 times during our visit to San…read moreDiego. I like the diner feel and the fact that they have so many different options. On one visit, I had a turkey club sandwich, which was huge and delicious. I took half of it back to the hotel & it was eaten on a day when we'd missed breakfast. We also made it in time for the early bird special one day -- a super good deal for $6.

Went in knowing it wasn't going to be anything over-the-top, just wanted something reliable…read more Ordered the French dip and I'd give it a solid 7/10. Good flavor, hit the spot, and did exactly what we needed it to do. Portion size was great for the price too, which always makes it feel worth it. Overall, a dependable late-night option when you just want something satisfying and easy.

Sammy, our server, could not have been more accommodating. She was a bubble or happy energy and…read morereally made it a nice night. We order the Parisian gnocchi and the Parisian burger. The burger was a 10 out of 10 and they even gave us some extra fries. So nice. The gnocchi is not a standard type of thing. It was good but the texture is more like whipped potatoes. We asked for the plates to be split in the back and they did. So nice. Made it so much easier. Thank you. The tuna tartar for the app always also outstanding. Always. Delight.

Saint James has quite a tasty happy hour menu…read more We frequented Saint James on a Monday and they were surprisingly empty. Their happy hour menu was quite diverse. The white wine of the day was Chardonnay and the cocktail of the day was an agave spritz. Our server was kind enough to tell us that the burgers did not come with fries, just in case we felt like the portions weren't sufficient. Our server was quick with our drinks and refills. The food took a bit longer to come out. *Agave Spritz: a fragrant take on a spritz. I actually appreciated how it was not overly carbonated nor sugary. This was a refreshing pairing with all the fried items we ordered. *Pommes Frites: classically crispy and fluffy. Came with a choice of ketchup or aioli. *Croquettes: came with five airy and crispy balls on a pool of mornay sauce. The menu mentioned an aioli, but my order did not come with any. Thankfully, the balls were flavorful themselves. The mornay sauce was on the thicker side and there was some clumpiness, but it added pleasant creaminess. *Burger Parisienne: my preferred burger of the two offered. The bordelaise was done well, and the red wine added a complex sweetness to the burger. The patty was thick and the toppings made the overall flavor similar to an In-N-Out burger. *Burger Americaine: a classic American burger that resembled In-N-Out, but with a thicker patty. Good thing I enjoy both. The vegetables were fresh, but I would have liked a bit more of the special sauce. *Little Gems: a rather acidic and simple dressing. The little gems lettuce was cleaned well and was crispy. The radish offered some crunch and the herbs were fragrant. I would have cut the herbs a bit more though. This was quite a satisfying happy hour experience, although nothing was exceptional besides the croquettes. I would like to return to try their breakfast options, and Saint James does offer some interesting dishes that others do not. The pricing was fair for the quality we received.

I was having a rough day, and needed to kill some time while I waited for my cat at the Vet…read more Right away walking in it was lively, and you could feel the joy and happiness radiating from customers and the gentlemen working. They took great care of me, I ordered zucchini sticks, corn dog, and a root beer float, and sat at the cute bar. Float was phenomenal, creamy, tasty ice cream, just the pick me up I really needed. Zucchini was crispy and perfect with the ranch OMG. And the corn dog was excellent, steaming hot. Thank you for making my day a little brighter, we are very lucky to have Classics Malt shop in SD!

I came back to try a burger and their fries today, and they did not disappoint. I had the blue…read morecheese burger and chili cheese fries with a couple sides of ranch. No complaints here. The food was awesome. As always, these gentleman are always welcoming and accommodating. If you're only ordering malts, they ask if you'd like water while you wait. I came earlier today before I head out to a concert, and the ambiance is totally chill. This has become a face spot. Thanks guys! Cheers!

BIG FAN of their chocolate chip pancakes They are…read moreginormous, like the legit size of a dinner plate. You can share these! Casual diner feel, it's super charming! Service is always delightful and I'm happy every time I visit :) [this review was written in connection with a Toast promotion]

Had a nice breakfast/brunch recently at Night and Day Cafe. The food was simple, classic, and…read moreexactly what we were in the mood for. The pancake was huge and had that soft, fluffy texture you want from a good diner-style meal. We also had a breakfast burrito with crispy hash browns that hit the spot, plus a plate with bacon, eggs, and hash browns that was satisfying and well cooked. The portions were definitely generous, although the prices felt very Coronado. Still, the food came out fresh and it was an easy, enjoyable brunch overall. One thing to know: on a busy day, if you're sitting outside, be prepared to get a few stares from people waiting for a table. Not the restaurant's fault, just part of the experience when a spot is popular. Nothing overly fancy, just good comfort food done well. Definitely a solid spot when you want a relaxed, no-fuss meal.

This is hands down some of the best diner food I've ever had! We had seen this unassuming place…read morefrom the front & it looks so cute and we wanted to come here anyway. Then I had a friend say that he actually met Bing Crosby here way back in the day so we were like "Okay, we gotta go now!" First of all the place is WAY bigger inside than it looks from the front and the decor is very comfortable and filled with tons of nostalgic pictures and photos of years gone by. A nostalgic, elegant vibe for a diner and you feel very comfortable inside. And the food is fantastic! (They also have wifi) I got the Corned Beef Hash & Eggs ($20.95) which has been a favorite since 1960! It is awesome corned beef served with 2 eggs, hash browns and your choice of toast or buttermilk pancakes. And those pancakes are some of the best tasting pancakes I've had - so delicious! ...and the corned beef, eggs over easy and hash browns were perfectly cooked and seasoned and it was an amazing breakfast! My sweetheart got Harry's famous Tuna Melt ($17.95) which is tuna salad with tomato, melted cheddar cheese served on grilled sourdough (add avocado for $2) and your choice of fries or fruit. She is a huge fan of tuna melts and she absolutely loved this one! It's good to see that Harry's is still doing it right - We will definitely be back.

I had the best tuna melt I've ever had here at Harry's. It was on sourdough bread with grilled…read moretomatoes (wonderful touch), cheddar cheese, and a delish tuna salad. Will definitely be coming back for this sando! My partner got a pancake, bacon, and eggs and said it was great!

Cute Lil diner in the heart of Hillcrest. Was wanting a lil somethin' somethin' as we had a big…read moreItalian lunch in Little Italy, but we did walk over 3 miles for the day. Upon entering, we were directed to seat ourselves by the bus boy so as we proceeded. The server abruptly stopped us in our tracks and kind of rudely told us that he'd be with us and to wait. As he approached to seat us I informed him that the bus boy told us to seat ourselves and the server half jokingly asked who so I pointed to him. As for the food, we ordered sandwiches and fries. I got the turkey and brie sandwich with grilled onions and it was real carved turkey (so good). Unfortunately, the fries were soggy and not crispy and fresh. BFF had the Cubano sandwich and it was a good size but they put a thick piece of ham steak on it along with shredded pork that wasn't seasoned. He claims his fries were good and fresh. The ambience is cute, very clean and plenty of seating indoors and out for such a small restaurant. Prices are reasonable, too. Had it not been for the server rubbing me the wrong way upon entering as well as the soggy fries, I would have given this place 5 stars.

The ambiance here leaves something to be desired. It's a quaint diner, but it's a little plain and…read moreoutdated for my taste. We ordered the biscuits and gravy, fruit cup, orange juice, and country burger Benedict. My biscuits and gravy were 6.50 and phenomenal! The gravy was delicious and a well made biscuit. The fruit was gross, half was good and half was old. The orange juice was pretty good too but 5 dollars for a glass of orange juice is ridiculous. The country burger Benedict was cooked beautifully but the meat was so bland. Not a speck of seasonings, which was a bummer because everything else was so good on it! Overall service was great, ambiance was meh, and food was good but also overpriced. We will probably eat here again but it won't be a first choice.