The place is massive. Reminds me of bayside diner (used to). The cup on the entry way sign is a cute touch. The service is good and the food is consistent. The coffee is always pretty damn good. The omelettes are huge and a 4 out of 5 The gluten free toast is always good. 4 out of 5 The potatoes are crispy and good as well 4 out of 5 This is good diner food. Period. What a great place if you want diner food that hits the spot. read more

I got food poisoning yesterday at Stamford Diner ... Mexican omelette coke water ... bad cramps and horrible diarrhea and still have upset stomach and bad gas for 2 days ... Robert Supon 203 858 2964 read more

If you're looking for a classic East Coast diner with plentiful breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, The Stamford Diner offers a solid and familiar experience just off I-95 on Harvard Avenue. Food & Menu: The menu covers all the diner staples -- generous portions of eggs, omelettes, pancakes, burgers, soups, salads, and comfort favorites like French onion soup and chicken matzoh ball soup. Regulars often praise breakfast classics (fluffy blueberry pancakes, hearty breakfast platters) and standout items like garlic bread and well-made burgers. Atmosphere: The diner has a welcoming, casual vibe with retro touches and a bright, family-friendly interior. It's a popular choice for diners who want a relaxed sit-down meal any time of day. Service: Most visitors find the service friendly and attentive, with staff often willing to make recommendations and keep coffee refills coming. A handful of reviewers did note occasional slow service during busy times, but overall the service reputation leans positive. Price & Value: Prices are generally mid-range for a diner, and while a few diners mention that the cost feels a bit high compared to simpler neighborhood diners, many guests feel the food quality and portion sizes justify it. Pros: Classic, hearty diner menu with breakfast served all day Friendly, often prompt service Clean, comfortable space with plenty of seating Good spot for family meals or casual brunch Cons: Some find prices a tad high for diner fare Occasional inconsistency in food or service during peak hours Not the most "unique" diner experience if you're seeking something very local or unusual Best for: Breakfast lovers, families, and anyone wanting a dependable, traditional diner meal in Stamford. read more

Super cute place. Seems to have plenty of seating, food, drink snd dessert options. Staff was very sweet and attentive. We shared the sampler which is more than enough for 2 people and husband had the burger. We really enjoyed everything. It was all very tasty. read more

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The Stamford Diner is easily a top 3 diner in my book! The food is undeniable!! Everything I've tried has been solid, comforting, and exactly what you want from a classic diner. The vibes are immaculate too! Whether you're stopping in for a quick dinner, late night munchies, or just need a pick me up after a long day. It's the perfect stop. Not to mention the service is always friendly, fast, and on point. You never feel rushed, but you're never left waiting either. Oh and the prices? More than fair for what you get. I don't think i've ever gone and left without a take out container because the portions are HUGE. You're absolutely getting your money's worth every time. This is one of those places you can always count on no matter the mood or time of day. Seriously, this place is the best!!! read more

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First time coming here, they put up very nice Christmas decoration. Service is nice and seating are comfortable. Shrimp Alredo comes with mild tasty sauce, bread was toasted with butter i like that they are not giving those white bread. Seafood pasta (spicy) flavorful and all the seafood flavor went into the sauce, fresh seafood and refreshing sauce with a kick of pepper. Skirt steak was medium rare pink inside, Brown rice was best one the chef knows how to make good brown rice, it's not soaky and crunchy in every bite, I'm surprised with those taro chips they add. Chicken wings was crispy outside, juicy inside . The garlic Parmesan tends to be salty so i asked for buffalo sauce. I'll go for buffalo next time. Looking forward to come back try some breakfast items. read more

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Great food , Great service Always a good experience Courteous and fast service - family atmosphere! read more

For lunch, I had the Western Omelette with hash browns and English Muffin and my wife had the Greek salad. Our son had the specialty "gyro panini" unusual, but he said it was very tasty! They had fun Valentines decorations up early and the atmosphere was quite festive! Our waitress (Anastasia?) was loads of fun and had a great personality! I've eaten here before for company luncheon's as well and will be sure to be back in the future! I thought it was cool that they had a Food Network segment The Stamford Diner, with Guy Fieri sampling their matzah ball soup and other great dishes! (Season 37, episode 12 from Diners, Drive ins and Dives) Job well done! read more

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The Stamford Diner is much nicer inside than it looks from the outside. It's bigger, clean and well lit. We were greeted right away and told it would be a five minute wait, but it ended up being only two which was great. It was packed and we were seated in the back area. Our server Armando was the highlight. Friendly, patient and genuinely helpful, especially with their big menu since it was our first visit. For food, I had the steak and scrambled eggs with American cheese, home fries and buttered rye toast. I also ordered a passion fruit mimosa and an espresso martini. Drinks were a miss. The martini was strong but not made well, and the mimosa wasn't great either. The steak was cooked correctly at medium, but it had no flavor and was surprisingly fatty. The rye toast was hard and tasted old. The home fries and scrambled eggs carried the plate. She had the old fashioned French toast, bacon and a side of fries. French toast and bacon were solid. She didn't like the fries, though I thought they were fine. Overall, it wasn't terrible, but there's work to do before this becomes a go to breakfast spot. read more

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I have always seen this restaurant from the highway and from the main street. I never go because diners are typically known for tired food and the bare minimum of style of cooking. With that being said this food here in service and the look of the Diner, it should not be called the diner. This place should be called a restaurant. It is beautiful in here as far as the renovations went years ago the decoration, the decor the seating everything is really good here. This is my second time here And I'm surprised so many people are inside. I never see too many cars that means a lot of people walk here or come from the hotel this place will see me DAILY; in the morning now.... I have a home. I love the service here. The people here are nice. It's not like it was years ago 2025 years ago. Seating and greeting Ambience Server Food Prices read more

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The Stamford Diner is a must-visit, as many websites rave about it! After being featured on Diners, Drive-in and Dives, it truly delivers a classic diner experience. With a huge menu, you might find yourself overwhelmed by the options. Everything about the place was great--the servers were friendly, the service was quick, there was plenty of seating, and parking was easy. We stopped there for breakfast on our way north, and it was an easy off-ramp to Interstate 95. I've already added it to my list of places to stop when traveling through this area. read more

This legendary establishment was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives for a reason. The ambience is immaculate; with the themes of the seasons and holidays enchantingly displayed. The food is top-notch across the menu. And the service is impeccable. Laura's leadership pervades all here. Come in a treat yourself to this Connecticut landmark. read more

the staff was very friendly and the food was great. I love the interior design and I would definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Came here with a small group (six of us) after my friends' elopement, which made for a memorable post-wedding meal. The experience started off a little weird--when we walked in, the host asked to see my friend's wedding ring, I guess as "proof" of the marriage? Not sure what that was about, but we laughed it off and moved on. Service was solid--our waiter was friendly, and the food came out on time without any issues. The menu has all the classic diner staples, and while everything was decent, nothing particularly stood out. The ambiance is exactly what you'd expect from a classic American diner. That said, prices are on the higher side (a shake is $17.99!), so don't come expecting a budget-friendly meal. Overall, a good spot for a casual meal with friends, minus the odd welcome at the door. read more

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Our first visit was this past weekend and we will return. The Stamford Diner is not downtown and it is close to Riverside. An asphalt parking lot, with many spaces, greets one with a coffee cup over the door. We had heard about its reputation but that doesnt guarantee a good meal. We walked inside and you knew it was a quality diner just looking at the desserts. Cakes, pies, cheesecakes and cookies displayed in nice cabinets. Clean everywhere. Seating for breakfast was instantaneous and the room was open and nice. Already we are anticipating a good meal. Tried eggs, pancakes, bagel and coffee and potatoes as we happily finished breakfast. Portion size was generous and price was very fair for the quality and quantity of food. Service was efficient and food arrived hot and quickly. We both remarked that this was a repeat place and liked it better than other diners in the area. As we left it was clear we need to take dessert to go... and we did. Showed much restraint waiting until the end of the day--- and then, like breakfast, the food disappeared quickly. So, it is fine diner located right off of I-95 making it a great easy stop in Stamford. The parking lot was filled with cars but turnover and size of the lot made this a restful place to get breakfast, and I suspect any meal. Food quality and quantity is fine and speed makes this a first rate choice as one either travels along or happens to be watching time. Glad we found it. read more

Mariana is amazing, whenever you stop by ask for Mariana!!! I had the tornado waffle with Oreo stuffing and vanilla ice cream and ny skirt steak with egg over easy. It was gooooood. I listened to jazz and big band while I ate. Ambiance calm I went around 9am. So yea love it and the service was top tier! read more

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Just pick up my take out order ,and no utensils or napkins , like seriously how am I supposed to eat my food, not everyone orders to eat at home ! read more

Dear Owner of Stamford Diner, I'm addressing this to you directly, as it appears that management has allowed poor customer service to continue. My family has been coming to this diner for many years, and over time we've noticed the service gradually declining. We used to visit every Tuesday for the kids' show and always enjoyed the atmosphere. On two recent occasions, we were seated and ended up leaving before ordering. We had requested a booth, but the hostess seated us elsewhere despite several being open. The waiter placed water on the table without a greeting and walked away, then returned a few minutes later and seemed annoyed when we asked for a little more time. Overall, it left us with the feeling that we weren't welcome, and that the focus was more on turnover than on customer experience. With the menu prices now much higher, we wouldn't mind paying if the service matched the cost. Unfortunately, we've decided not to return. I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, but after two visits with the same experience, I feel it's important to share this so others know what to expect before spending their time and money. read more

With some trepidation we ordered the Thanksgiving Dinner for 12 to go instead of cooking. While it was pricey, I would absolutely do it again, with some adjustments. With few exceptions, everything was EXCELLENT! We were 6 people and I wanted all to leave with leftovers. They all did. The turkey was cooked perfectly and was moist and delicious. While everything was picked up "warm" they provided instructions how to heat it up if I wasn't immediately serving it. It reheated well The mashed potatoes, yams, corn bread stuffing Cranberry/orange and gravy were EXCELLENT. The pumpkin pie and apple crisp were EXCELLENT as was the loaf of whole grain bread. The salad was fresh and plentiful! Very little went on thanksgiving but we ate it for three days following There were several spots that missed the mark. The classic stuffing was awful, it had the consistency of soup, the roasted vegetables were just "fair" and the focaccia was dry. My family and I are mashed potato freaks so I did have to make mashed potatoes to ensure there was enough. I also made my own classic stuffing. I had ingredients for both on hand for "just in case". I also ordered an extra gravy because who doesn't love an extra gravy. If (When) I do this again I would see if I am able to make the following adjustments. I would order more mashed potatoes, drop the classic stuffing and make my own, stick with two gravy's, drop the focaccia and roasted vegetables, and possibly the salad While tasty, only two of us actually ate the salad. As my family said, it only gets in the way of the main event. The folks at the Stamford Diner are always top notch, the food was ready right on time, and they rolled it out to my car. All in all, a great feast worth the money read more

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Food was good for a diner, and portions were large. I ordered the crusted chicken, which I enjoyed. 2 fairly large pieces of crusted chicken on a bed of rice, with some veggies. Ample parking. Service wasn't the best. At first the waitress delivered me someone else's food (a chicken pasta). I told her that I didn't order that and she basically accused me of ordering it. The dish looked decent so I just accepted it. But at the end she realized that she made a mistake when there was an excess crusted chicken plate, and one guy on the other side of the table was missing his chicken pasta. She had a foolish look on her face, although no acknowledgement of her error. Knocking it down to 3 stars fro this whole episode. read more

Very expensive and the kitchen is not flexible with orders. Come on really? Your a bleeping diner. Food is at best meh.

Excellent omelette , their garden omelette was yummy and home fries were yummy too. Service was excellent

Went for Brunch with my son and father in law and it never disappoints!! Nothing like it and the portions are amazing! they have great service and you never have to worry about being underserved because all the waiters are great. the food is always delightful and delicious. Bring your big boy/girl appetite! I love how they handle having big crowds without a hitch. The burger is beyond juicy and oozing with flavor just go do it and stop counting calories!! Just enjoy yourself!! Tell them I sent ya! read more

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The food looks amazing and tastes amazing too !! It makes sense as to why they were shown on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives show ! read more

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The service was great! We noticed right away that they were careful how they placed everything - no reaching across anybody. The food all came out together and was the right temperature (some of us got dinners and some of us got salads). The soup of the day (clam chowder) was delicious, but significantly smaller than the matzoh ball soup - both came with dinner. The French fries were good, but too crispy for my taste. The ice tea tasted fresh and they refilled it. I'm sorry we didn't save room for the amazing looking desserts. The restaurant and bathroom were both very clean. This place was once on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. They have the episode playing on a loop on a TV in the dining area. It was fun to watch. This place is exactly what I'm looking for when I go to a dinner. read more

The perfect grilled cheese (swiss) sandwich. Server was polite and attentiv. I had 4 Pepsi refills and he just kept bringing them. Wife enjoyed her fish & chips, although she is just a bit cranky. Highly recommend this restuarant/dinner read more

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The diner is very large with plenty of parking. It has a bar & bakery section with delicious looking desserts. We stopped for a quick lunch . The food was delicious and potions were very generous. The restaurant was clean. Combination of Booths & tables. Server was very friendly. read more

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So, this place is famous due to Guy Fieri. That should set your standards somewhat: this place is definitely an American sort of eatery, very straightforward and tasty, very traditional, lots of food. The kind of place that American grandparents like. The price is a bit higher than you might find at a traditional diner due to the fame, but that's really the only difference between this place and a relatively nice NYC-style diner. I liked everything I had here, and I really don't understand the complaints from other patrons. This is not a Michelin star place - what you order is exactly what you get, no unnecessary fanciness - but you get a LOT of food, and it's pretty tasty. You could easily bring kids here and they'd be totally happy. read more

We had an outstanding experience for the second time thanks to our waiter Ramon. He is incredibly knowledgeable, well-spoken. His professionalism and attention to detail truly stood out. He is attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. The level of customer service we received by Ramon is always memorable, and we felt very well taken care of from start to end. read more

The food is great. This time my eggs were overdone but I never had to say a word. The waitress was so amazing that she noticed and manager came over to apologize. They took my order off my bill. We will definitely be back! The diner is clean and staff is fantastic! read more

The Stamford Diner has a cute, eye-catching sign and looked like a place to get a classic breakfast. But the food and service fell a little short. The service was distracted and the omelette I got was wayyy overcooked. I liked the home style potatoes and the latte I had. So it was a very mixed bag. read more

The Stamford Diner is by far my favorite restaurant. My wife and I have been going their for at least once a week for decades. The food is Great and is equally matched by the service and the fun atmosphere. It is a great date night place, or to meet up with friends or just go and relax. Their take out is really good too. Laura, and Uri and everyone else are really nice. I highly recommend the chocolate pot de crème for desert. They also do really good steaks. read more

I ordered dinner from the Stamford diner via a delivery app. I ordered the chicken sandwich with a side salad, and the mozzarella sticks. I requested an oil and vinegar dressing, which was excellent. The salad was fresh and delicious. The chicken sandwich was neither. The chicken sandwich was described as coming with tomatoes and a honey mustard sauce. The chicken itself was cubed, and smothered in a mayonnaise and honey mustard mixture with diced tomatoes mixed in. I happen to dislike anything more than a little dollop of mayo, so I was greatly disappointed in this chicken salad of sorts on a bun. Needless to say, it was a mess, and almost impossible to eat with my hands. (Yeah, I ate it because I'd been traveling all day, hadn't eaten, and hate wasting food more than I despise mayonnaise.) The mozzarella sticks were cold, and under seasoned. My hotel was within walking distance of the diner (I am disabled so I don't walk that far), so the temperature of the mozzarella sticks is inexcusable. I've gotten better seasoned mozzarella sticks from fast food chains. The dipping sauce, their signature marinara, was actually pretty damned good which made me regret not ordering their pasta and red sauce dishes. Later on that night, I had wave after wave of nausea hit me while I was attempting to sleep. Seeing as this meal was the only thing I'd eaten that day other than the almonds and cookies on the plane it's safe to assume that something I'd eaten from the Stamford Diner made me unwell. read more

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From the moment you walk into the diner you are greeted with a warm smile which is almost as delightful as there fluffy warm pancakes. The atmosphere is energetic, with great taste in music. This is definitely a place to relax, enjoy great diner food, and a friendly experience. I will be back next time im in the area. read more

First time here! Food was great, service was amazing and Mariana was an absolutely wonderful server!!

I ordered a cup of matzoh ball soup, and a ham and cheese omelet, French fries and a side of sausage. The omelet was brought out while I was still eating the soup. The omelet was greasy and had an awful aftertaste. And the sausage was dry on the inside and overcooked but somehow covered in grease on the outside. My toast was dry; no butter and no jelly. The celebrated matzoh ball soup was bland. I had to add salt and pepper for it to have any flavor. My wife enjoyed her western omelet. However, they brought her food out while she had just started her guac and stale chips. Her unsweetened iced tea was extremely strong. Our waiter rushed all the food out despite it being relatively empty for a Saturday night. And you think he'd check on us once for me to voice all this? Nope. One and done for me. read more

best food in town outstanding service by URI wouldn't go anywhere else I only want him to serve me

From the initial friendly greeting, to the great service by our waitress, Norma, we had a thoroughly wonderful meal. The matzah ball soup is the best I've ever had! Perfectly cooked cheeseburger, with great home made Cole slaw; chicken wrap was hearty and delicious; and bbq chicken quesadilla was superb. And then the ending to our meal- the chocolate caramel mousse cake- to die for!! Portions were large and we took home enough for another meal! The great deli mid century decor is also worth the visit! Love this place!! read more

Awesome. One of the greatest diners. Great food and service, love the Stamford. Will stop in when in town!!!

Food was excellent. Ariel was very polite and attentive. Would absolutely recommend!!