Pancakes are amazing!!! So delicious you don't need syrup! Excellent service and great vibe! Love how friendly and attentive the staff is!

I looked up this location to make sure they did takeout. Called and was told we are too busy to take your order. I explained them on the website. It reports you do take out she said, unfortunately the owners told us we cannot take any orders were too busy. I said it's too bad. I was really looking forward to eating your food. I had heard many good things about the location and the food, but unfortunately I won't ever be able to try it.. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Picture of web site offering takeout. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

The Original Steves Diner is Awesome ! Like any diner the menu is huge but what is different about Steves Menu is that the quality of choices and the food itself is exceptional. Whether ordering breakfast or lunch you wont be disappointed. The service is QUICK, friendly and knowledagble pf the menu options. I also like the restaurant itself becasue it has the old fashioned feel but contempory looking at the same time. Also this restaurant is very clean unlike some diners. read more

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Grilled chicken sandwich with bacon, lettuce, and tomato with steak cut fries and tea for lunch really hits the spot on a beautiful spring day! Service is quick and friendly. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Grilled chicken sandwich with bacon! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

All great food all great people wheelchair and kid friendly. Great food no complaints. Make sure you call her ahead to get a reservation or else you'll be waiting a long time. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Their pancake sizes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Stopped here for breakfast and it did not disappoint. I ordered the "side" of biscuits and gravy. Wow! Lots of gravy (I've been other places where it's just a drizzle). My mom had the chocolate waffle with bananas. The waffle was huge! Would definitely recommend Steve's for breakfast. read more

Food is fantastic service is very friendly and quick. I try to eat here once a week for breakfast

Waitresses and staff are awesome DO NOT get the corned beef hash. it is not corned beef hash as people know it. we were told it had pepper and onion, we said ok. It should be called "strong onion potato shreds with a touch of corned beef " My guts have been torn up for a day now. read more

This place is super busy, but worth the wait. They have tables and booths, as well as bar seating. The service was excellent. They have coffee specials, and our server brought me a cup from a fresh pot of "Sticky Bun" flavored coffee. It was great! The love cakes (their version of pancakes) are HUGE! I got mine as gluten-free with pecans and bananas - simply divine!! The chicken sausage frittata was good. They give up so much food, you have to leave with a doggy bag. They have NY maple syrup for an additional fee - it's worth it. read more

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Food was heaven! We all got something different and shared, it was one of the most healthy and delicious diners I have ever eaten in. It's an institution in Greater Rochester, NY. My family comes here at least twice a month and they still haven't worked through have the menu. Get there before 9:30am or you will be waiting a while. Stick around it is worth it. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Typical Saturday at Steve's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

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My first time back to the restaurant in a while and I ordered the banana rum love cakes and a piece of metal was in my food buyer beware read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Banana rum love cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Still love it here- and all of the staff ! My go-to is the Greek omelette or the pecan pancakes with berries and the berry glaze. One day I'll try something off the lunch menu. Maybe. read more

Continues to be a great breakfast spot! It was a 20 minute wait at 11am on a Saturday and there is limited waiting space incident, so they will gladly phone you while you wait in your car. We had breakfast, lunch, and salads at our table and all was delicious. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

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had a party of two , we waited outside and they had us waiting for over 20 minutes and lied and said they called us. they served other people before us after we were waiting and tried to put us back on the wait list . they gave off racist vibes honestly. read more

This is a really cute diner but takes a long time so he prepared! I had a veggie omelette but next time I'm going to try the French toast as it looked amazing when I walked by it. My kid had a gf pancake and it was good. My omelette wasn't remarkable or memorable but it was clearly made to order. Coffee was good and our waitress was friendly! read more

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Food, service and ambience all great! Perfect place to hang and dine with family and friends.

My friend and I were on our way to Wegmans and realized that going to the grocery store hungry would be dangerous for our wallets! I Googled restaurants near us and saw Steve's, and I'm a sucker for a diner! The atmosphere is amazing, the service is top notch across the board, and the food is INCREDIBLE! I had such a hard time choosing what I wanted because everything sounded so tasty. I will be returning (a lot) to try more! I ended up choosing The Dumpster and it was incredible! My friend had the steak and eggs breakfast sandwich. We were both so full and happy, and the bill doesn't break the bank! I can't recommend this place enough! Can't wait to go back for baklava pancakes! Also, they offer vegan waffles! My vegan friend usually can't go to breakfast with us because there's never vegan options. Can't wait to bring him here! read more

Oh boy I need to go back! My dad got the apple spice pancakes this time (next time he's planning on getting the pumpkin spice pancakes because he's a basic bitch I guess! Ha ha) I got the cheesecake love cakes as recommended by our server. She didn't steer me wrong. It was so good. Next time I'm getting the blackberry pound cake French toast because that came highly recommended as well. We sat outside it was so nice. Good coffee, great service, pancakes as big as your head...well bigger actually unless you have a plate sized head! It's a small place tucked into the front corner of the plaza near a bank. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the food in that plaza... We went again today. My dad didn't get his pancakes but I got home fries and the blackberry pound cake French toast. I would have liked it more dipped in batter. It was a little dry, I should have asked for syrup but it was still delicious!! read more

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Had a great breakfast here with my two young kids. Our waitress, Briona, was probably one of the best I've ever had. She knows exactly what a parent needs at a restaurant with young kids. The food was delicious; we got two ginormous pancakes and a the homemade corned beef hash. The kids left saying this was the best breakfast they've ever had. read more

So happy Steve's has made it to Chili! Their food is just delicious and they have a whole page of eggs Benedict's and a whole page of different love cakes (their pancakes). The fact that they call their pancakes love cakes should clue you in on their awesomeness :D I would say the chili location is living up to the Steve's diner name. Service was great, food was great, atmosphere was pleasing. Just note, since Steve's is epic it is almost always super crowded. There is often a line and the tables are all packed. Not a sleepy diner by any means. I do wish they would extend their hours until 3pm. They are only open from 7-2 M-Sun. Steve if you're reading this please extend your hours until 3. You have great lunch foods! Not all of us start our day at 5am. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - October fest Benedict. It's on a pretzel roll!!!! With deli ham and sauerkraut - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

My fiancé and I came here for a little lunch anniversary celebration. We wanted to do something low key and heard the food here was good. We were able to be seated right away outside on a Tuesday afternoon but the inside was fairly packed. Our server came out, took our drink order and tried to quickly run off. We were really hungry so I stopped her and said we were also ready to order. She stated that she'd take our order after she brought out our drinks (it was just 2 Pepsis). Seemed a little rude but ok. Our turkey clubs took another 20 mins to come out, so a little bit slower for a diner but they were very good! The sandwiches don't come with fries (only chips, mac salad or veggie sticks) those are an additional cost. Also, I thought it was odd they used shredded cheddar cheese instead of slices? For two turkey clubs with fries and Pepsis it was $40. A little steep for diner food in my opinion but everything was very good. I would come back to try the breakfasts foods. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Turkey club with fries (at an additional cost). Very good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

I was very much looking forward to going to Steve's in Chile I arrived at 1:50pm. The waitress told me the stop serving at 1:50pm. She then said let me check with the chefs. She went to the window and could not find anyone. Very disappointing. I was looking forward to a nice breakfast with eggs and home fries. I might try the Chile location again or just stick to the two on the Eastside which I have been going to for years. Did not find the help helpful at this location at all. Especially, for a new Restaurant in Chile. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Original Steve's in Chile. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Finally got the chance to try out Original Steve's for Saturday breakfast- and let me tell you it was worth it! The Chili location is small and cozy. The staff are very personable and have great relationships with the patrons (like an old school diner)! It showed as "a little busy" on Google at 10AM on a Saturday- we were seated right when we walked in. Waitress took our drink order when we sat down and we might have waited 15 minutes from when we sat down to when we got our food l. Incredibly fast! The food was amazing!!! I got the ham and cheese omelette w/hash brown. BF got waffles with sliced strawberries and sausage links! The portion sizes were HUGE!!!! I will def be back for another breakfast! You should def check them out if you haven't already. The love cakes aka pancakes are larger than the size of the plates! It's crazy! Enjoy!!! read more

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Stopped in on a Tuesday for a late breakfast and was very impressed with the service. Place was moderately full, but our waitress was quick and we were out in and out in under 30 minutes. Menu is huge and lots to choose from, especially if you want pancakes or eggs benedict. Ordered the Cadillac Breakfast Burrito and the Waffle Benedict, both were great. My only negative comment is that the home fries were not great (soft, not crispy and kind of flavorless). Prices are a tad higher than your average diner, but the food and service is good so I would definitely return. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Cadillac breakfast burrito - great! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

I can't believe this is my first time at a Steve's Original Diner. I grew up here, and must've had a sheltered childhood since I've never been here before. When you come in, give your name to the hostess; she'll ask you to wait outside on the bench until your table is ready. They require masks, provide hand sanitizer as you walk in the door (by the cash register) and they seat you at every other booth. Their menu is extensive, everything from fancy pancakes to omelettes to sandwiches. And they serve breakfast all day for the Slackers. They're open daily 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. She said I needed to order a drink or she'd get in trouble. I honestly wasn't thirsty, having just finished a large coffee, so I asked her for water. I ordered the eggs florentine. The first time they arrived so liquid, that not even the white was really solid. I asked for a redo and they came back just about perfect. Next time I would ask for light hollandaise sauce, as they were doing the backstroke in the sauce. The server couldn't have been nicer. It was slightly irritating though that when she brought my eggs florentine the second time, she didn't bring new silverware. She turned around and took the order at the next table and then got my silverware, so my eggs were not hot. Then I had to ask for a steak knife. Not a fan of lukewarm eggs. Otherwise, they were good. The portions appear decent. However, there are some items that I thought were a bit pricey, especially for a diner. If you like pancakes, there's many unusual flavors, from peach to baklava. Good food, outside dining, decent portions and nice wait staff, in a bright, clean restaurant. Thumbs up. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Dining room. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Have had 2 experiences here and both were great! We ordered take out and have dined in - the first was our takeout order of breakfast which of course we ordered their love cakes (HUGE pancakes with a variety of fun flavors). I chose the cookie dough and springfetti love cake and they were absolutely delicious and fluffy. Our order was ready very quickly which was a plus. The second experience we dined in and I ordered a turkey club sandwich which was packed high and satisfied my craving for a diner club. Staff was very friendly too :) can't wait to go back again and try another flavor of their love cakes! read more

This is rather new place in Chili. It took over the location that was a rather popular diner and it is filling in rather nicely any void. The place is known for pancakes (or what they call them, lovecakes). There is a great variety of pancake options and you will find one or two or three you will certainly enjoy. You only get one, but do not be alarmed. Their thing is one pancake which covers a dinner plate. It will be a challenge to finish it. There are other breakfast options and lunch if you are not a pancake enthusiast. The coffee is great and I highly recommend a stop here before breakfast. It gets rather busy on a Saturday morning so plan accordingly. read more

We love Steve's. Consistently good. Creative menu. Truly something for everyone. Also the best cup of diner coffee you're ever going to find, so good. read more

Best breakfast on the Westside. The French toast is to die for and my kids loved their love cakes. We came to eat and left soooo full. Their cold brew coffee is so good too. I can't wait to come backs read more

The best hands down breakfast spot I have ever been to! The staff is always friendly and helpful! The dinning room is that of a typical dinner nicely decorated with some local touches the coffee is good and you just can't beat it. read more

Service is always friendly and good. This is my second visit. First time I had the turkey club and loved it. Nice big chunks of real turkey not cold cuts. This time I had to try a pancake. It was huge and I could only eat half of it. Nice place for breakfast or lunch! read more

This is a great place for a summer brunch, and there is almost always a wait to get seated. They have humongous pancakes, and many other traditional breakfast options. Everyone is friendly, and doesn't try to rush you to finish. The food is amazing, and prices are very reasonable. read more

Great place for breakfast. The the Hot cakes are HUGGGGG. big problem. I thought I was at McDonalds for breakfast when we were served. The hash browns where nothing more then a larger size of a MICKYD's hash browns. VERY POOR FOR A DINER NOT HOME MADE! very greases ,also!!!! Nothing Original on the hash browns read more

We ordered breakfast take out. They had it ready for us in 15 minutes. The serving sizes are huge. My husband ordered a meat lovers omelette (not pictured). I ordered a breakfast sandwich on a bagel. The bagel was nicely toasted, the bacon on it was thick cut and not too crispy- if you like it crispier I am sure you could ask for it that way. My mother ordered a waffle with strawberries and blueberries (not pictured) which was big and had wonderful fresh berries. We also ordered the s'mores pancake.The s'mores pancake was enormous. Everything tasted great. read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Diner Breakfast sandwich on a bagel (scrambled egg, cheddar and bacon) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

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If you love pancakes the size of a parking lot then you need to hurry on over to Steves Original diner in chili or fairport ny. The choices of flavors are hard to pick from but dont worry they have what ever your craving. 1 pancake feeds 4 small children and you'll still bring some home. You can take out as well but don't be shocked when they hand you a pizza box thats the size of the pancake inside! Enjoy your experience and the wait staff is excellant ! read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - yummy! Mint chocolate chip! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

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The service was great and the food was delicious! I ate the whole thing which I never do. Had two eggs over easy, marble rye, turkey bacon and home fries. Delicious! read more

To the owner: Fire whoever answers your phone. Seriously just call in and try to pace an order and you will see what I mean. The interaction during pickup was equally bleak. The phone girl simply hates her job and she is letting everyone know in the most passive aggressive way she can muster. Food is great. Waitresses are great. read more

Not sure why everyone recommends this place. I ordered scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns and sour dough toast. The toast was the best item on my plate. The hash browns were the same kind McDonald's serves, small loaves of reheated potatoes. The bacon was cold and burnt. Would not recommend. read more

Newer location for Steve. Went in for breakfast. Lots of choices. Eggs Benedict is a specialty based on the variety they offer. Service was great. Friendly and efficient. Home fries were weak. Mushy with a blandness on the side. I will return, maybe order the home fries well done? read more

The Original Steve’s Diner - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

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We went to the Victor location for breakfast and were very disappointed. My husband and I had the corned beef hash breakfast . There was very little meat and way too many potatoes. Our waitress was lovely but that was the only good thing about the experience. read more