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    The Diner

    3.0 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Happy hour specials

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    Don't get the avocado toast, not fresh avocados. Probably a package spread.
    Daniel C.

    Stopped in for the view, and that was the only thing that was worthy the avocado toast was mediocre at Best should've checked out Yelp before coming

    Waffle sliders with a side of watermelon

    We spent a few days in down town Nashville and walked past this diner numerous times. We were intrigued by a 6 story diner, and this morning, decided to give it a shot. So glad we did! They seated us on the 4th floor, next to a large open window, where we had an excellent view of the street below. My wife and I decided to split the waffle sliders: Omelet Style Eggs, Cheddar Cheese, and Bacon sandwiched between 2 pieces of Belgian Waffles. There were 2 'sliders' - which were huge! Everything was cooked to perfection. And the combination of flavors were unbelievable. We both thought they were delicious. I can't wait to try making this at home! The decor was great. The staff couldn't have been better. Service was quick and efficient. We're so glad we decided to eat here!

    Classic diner breakfast
    Amy S.

    Food: 4.5. Had the classic diner breakfast and it was really good! The eggs were perfectly cooked and the home fries were too. The coffee was a bit average but fine. Ambiance: 4.5. Multiple floors with seating facing the street and interior counter seating. TVs showing the latest games. We opted for both, street watching is very entertaining. The bathrooms were very clean with fully private stalls and the game blasting over speakers. Service: 4.0. Reasonably attentive, answering questions efficiently, nothing bad nor over the top. I do love diner food and would recommend to give this unique experience a try!

    CJ M.

    We had a great breakfast here! It was a Saturday morning and lines were wrapped around the corners of a lot of local breakfast joints, so we went online and found that this one had available reservations, so we took it. They have six floors of space. Impressive! When they told us to take the elevator up, we couldn't believe it. Great views, awesome server, and really good breakfast food. Eggs, bacon, potatoes, waffle - everything was delicious. Even the fresh squeezed tasting juice. Would definitely recommend! Edit: we came back the same day for a late night meal. Chicken stir fry and egg rolls were delicious and just what we needed after a night of bar hopping!

    Espresso Martini
    Lucy N.

    This place caught our eye with their captivating multi level restaurant. We stopped in for breakfast at the first level bar and had good service from the bartender. I ordered an espresso martini and enjoyed it! Our food was very mid. No flavor, but fine for an easy breakfast. Wouldn't recommend if you are looking for a tasty breakfast. Would be interested in visiting the additional levels as it looks like there is varying menus on different levels!

    6th floor oyster bar
    Alexa G.

    I've been here several times and the food always hits. It's cozy and consistent and the hours make this a place somewhere I keep coming back too. I've had the pot roast, shrimp boil, salmon, shrimp tempera roll and everything is great. Even if the kitchen is held up, the service is top notch and the staff will make sure you are taken care of. If you need a place to grab a bit, make the short walk to this place. It's worth it

    Fried chicken!
    Ariel L.

    A good place for a quick bite while in Nashville. Multiple floors, various cuisines including oysters and sushi! This is in addition to your local fried chicken and waffles! Very casual, you can come in shorts if you like or as you ate if you're just coming back from a full night on broadway . Service is relatively fast except if you're a big group like more than 6 (which we were). Otherwise, worth a try while you're in Nashville!

    Scramble with Bacon and Sourdough toast
    Michael F.

    Amy our server was great. My scramble was good. The bacon was perfect and warm sourdough toast was good. The potatoes were hot but would have liked for them to be seasoned. Good breakfast. Great staff. I should add. They play great music! Classic rock thank you!

    Top floor
    Stella K.

    Came here on a whim looking for some food before a concert, ended up being a new go to before events in the area! It was me and my dad, and we were immediately greeted and asked where we wanted to sit. Top floor, of course, and it was magnificent to see the skyline. We were on a time crunch, so we placed an order quickly once we sat down, and the waitress was an absolute sweetheart. The menu had some delectable looking options, and we both got the chicken wrap, mine with no tomatoes, and it was out insanely fast. One bite in, and I was in heaven. Perfectly crispy chicken, a soft, decadent tortilla, and a flawless ratio of sauce to toppings. The fries? No notes; exceptional. We were in and out within 30 minutes, and arrived at the concert venue with plenty of time to spare. Great prices, even better staff, and even better food. Definitely worth it if you're nearby!

    Dining area floor 1
    Stacy A.

    Great food ! The cheeseburger and fries were very tasty ! Open very late , good service! Yummy desserts! Fun multi level restaurant.

    Chicken and waffles.
    Bryan M.

    Nice place multistory restaurant plenty of seating diner style. Service was fine. The chicken and waffles.... Boring. Bland. Scramble eggs were like airplane food. Sorry not great.

    Nashville  brunch
    Alanna L.

    This spot was okay overall, but nothing that really wowed me. I didn't care for the lemonade -- it tasted a bit off to me. If you don't have a reservation, be prepared to sit on the 6th floor, which isn't necessarily bad, but it's not the most lively area. The countertop at our seating was sticky, which didn't make the best impression. On the plus side, the eggs were actually pretty good- that was the best thing about the menu. The deviled eggs- marvelous! Please review the menu hours before going too.

    Drink menu
    Gretel Y.

    Our experience was just A-OK. My husband and I needed a quick breakfast before leaving Nashville. Many restaurants we wanted to try had long lines, but we noticed that The Diner did not. We walked in and were directed to the sixth floor for additional seating. The sixth floor is open-air, offering a fantastic view! Most tables were occupied, so we settled into a couple of seats at the bar. There was only one bartender on duty. Although she was friendly, she seemed a bit overwhelmed. We later learned that she was filling in for the original bartender who had called out. We ordered the following dishes from her: California breakfast sandwich: $15 Shrimp and grits: $26 The California breakfast sandwich featured grilled tomato, avocado, gruyere cheese, bacon, and egg on sourdough, accompanied by a side of homestyle potatoes. The shrimp and grits came with spicy jumbo shrimp topped with BBQ butter sauce, served over smoked gouda grits. Both dishes were decent, but neither was particularly remarkable or disappointing. We also ordered coffee alongside our meals. The bartender brought me a cup and informed my husband that a fresh pot was brewing and would be available shortly. Unfortunately, my coffee was cold, so I requested a cup from the fresh batch. By the time we finished our meals, the fresh pot was still not ready, so we decided to cancel the coffees. Though it wasn't her fault, the bartender did apologize. She did best that she could. On our way out, we grabbed lattes from the cafe on the first floor, which were also just average. If you're seeking brunch with a lovely view and no wait, The Diner might be a good option.

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    Who quality was not great, and the customer service was very poor. There are many better options in Nashville for breakfast.

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    We had an amazing experience here. Great food and attentive staff. They were prompt and the place was clean.

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