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    Tommy's Diner

    4.5 (377 reviews)
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    Closed • 6:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Danyelle G.

    Such a cute & unexpected diner right outside of downtown! There was retro pictures & art workout all throughout the diner. We got to sit on the bar stools so we could see right into the kitchen. It was so busy when we went & it made for a fun experience. The service was quick & easy & the food was good, typical diner food. The atmosphere is what will take me back (:

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    Steven H.

    If you're looking for a classic old-school diner, Tommy's Diner is definitely worth a visit. There aren't many traditional diners like this left, so it was nice to enjoy that nostalgic atmosphere. The restaurant was clean, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was fresh and tasted great. The service was prompt, and the overall experience made me feel like I had stepped back into a classic neighborhood diner. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm craving a good diner meal.

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    Ben J.

    Tommy's after church. My favorite - sitting at the counter. Say hello to Shannon, your waitress. Went with my #2 favorite today. Chopped sirloin steak with grilled onions on top, onion rings and green beans. Ummm good. Tommy's was filled with every table taken but the wait is never long, especially when you want to sit at the counter. Just a great atmosphere. You get the sense of the customer diversity from all over Columbus.

    Roxanne D.

    Let's just say that if you come to Columbus you must give Tommy's Diner a try. It's the nostalgia for us. My husband decided this is where we will go to for some coffee and breakfast. The place is so cute. I love about it. I had a ham and cheese omelet and my husband got the hotcakes with bacon. The coffee was flowing. Our server was awesome. She made sure our cups stayed full. My only issue was my toast was cold with the butter on it. But it was still edible. And my husband did not care for the hotcakes. There was something about the texture that did not sit well with him. So he ate my toast. Overall it was ok. We will go back I am sure. There are definitely more pluses than minuses.

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    Aubrie H.

    There will likely be a wait when you arrive but I promise its worth it. It feels so homey in here and all the staff are fantastic. There are so many options on the menu. The food comes out quickly and is so delicious. We ordered the steak and eggs and the meatloaf split. So so good. I adore brown gravy and this did not disappoint!

    Jayson H.

    First time in Columbus Ohio on my way from Cedar Point to Kings Island made a pit stop in Columbus Ohio looking for a good place to eat. I heard great reviews about this place and I loved every minute of Tommy's Diner. It's like going back to the 1950s. I had the Franklinton Burger with fries mixed with curly fries and a root beer float. Not only the food was great but the waitress Roxy was amazing she is such a sweetheart and knows how to make everyone feel like thier at home. Also I was shocked that diners drive ins and dives came to this awesome restaurant. If you ever visit Columbus Ohio please visit this restaurant.

    Turkey Club and Sweet Potato Fries
    Greg M.

    Saw this place in Triple D, so I had to give it a try. The Greek lasagne they had in the show was not available, but the baklava cheesecake was. They also had an Italian beef as a special, and as a Chicago guy, I was really looking forward to it. Well, apparently Tommy's never been to Chicago. Don't get me wrong, it was a tasty sandwich, but not at all what a Chicago Italian beef is. Shredded beef rather than sliced, banana peppers rather than giardiniera, had cheese rather than as jus, and the bread was a pressed sandwich rather like a Cuban rather than an Italian roll. Came with fries that were nothing special, like you would get from Orida in the frozen section of the supermarket. We also had the turkey club, which was very well done on 3 layers, and their sweet potato fries which were outstanding. Then there was the baklava cheesecake. Holy moly was that good! Worth the price of admission. Came in on a Wednesday at 1:00 and the place was packed. Sat at the bar, which surprisingly had enough leg room for my 6'6" frame. Waitress was fast and friendly. It appeared everyone on the staff was enjoying their job, which is a big deal to me in this piss poor age of customer service. The place is rather small, but decorated nicely with a ton of memorabilia. I don't think more than 6" of any wall was left on covered with something.

    Sausage and egg omelette.

    Wow! Moved here from Pasadena. Ca What a culture shock. Community spirit. Great food. But not the healthiest. Love the omelette and the ambience.

    Great ambience
    Jerry G.

    Finally made it to Tommy's Diner had to wait but good things come to those who wait. It may have started in 1989 but I felt like I was in the 60's what an atmosphere. Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable of the specials. I had the corn beef w/swiss on rye and a cup of chilli and French fries and gravy, wonderful is all I can say.

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    Nancy L.

    I ordered the Pecan Crusted Chicken salad which was listed on the special board. It was amazing! The chicken was crispy, tender, and steaming hot. It was also a generous portion of chicken. This salad puts the same named salad from O'Charley's to shame. My husband enjoyed his omelette. Our server was attentive to all of our dining needs. The restaurant was crowded and somewhat loud because of all the patrons. Every seat was occupied in the restaurant. We will definitely come back.

    March 2025 picture from the end of the counter.
    John C.

    Been awhile since I've been here. Still quite busy, but I got seated immediately! Even found a place to park in their lot just to the East of the restaurant! Counters and booths, walls covered in decades of memorabilia. Busy diner atmosphere, lots of activity and talking. A beautiful spring day led me to have a club sandwich, fries and a Coke. Service was fast and cordial. The food was great, the serving size was excellent ( I brought some home. If you're looking for a laid back meal this is probably wrong for you. But if you're looking for good food in a comfortable but fast paced place with lots of history you won't go wrong here.

    Jen T.

    Fun breakfast / lunch spot! Its always packed - you can grab a seat at the counter for quick service. Good selection of different stuff on the menu no matter what you are in the mood for.

    Tammi W.

    Stopped here as it's a DDD. The place was packed with a wait. We got a shrimp basket with fries and slaw, and an order of steak and eggs. I don't usually like Cole slaw but this one was good with a sweet taste. We ordered Baklava Cheesecake to go which was definitely an unusual mix but was delicious. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The check was brought with our order which I kinda appreciate because I hate waiting for the check. The service could have been better as we were waiting with our food and had no silverware, waitresses were running all over there were just so many people.

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    The food and atmosphere was great. Good service as well. One of our favorite spots around Columbus for breakfast!

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    Very delicious and service was excellent. Excellent menu with reasonable prices. A perfect diner where Columbus has few of.

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    Fast and friendly service! Food was hot and tasty! Setting was nice..We came from Virginia for my mom's 90 Birthday and we enjoyed it!!

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