Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Welcome Diner

    4.4 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

    Order Welcome Diner Takeout or Delivery

    Welcome Diner Photos

    Business Info

    WELCOME DINER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    More like Welcome Diner

    Recommended Reviews - Welcome Diner

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Valerie C.

    Wanted to try this spot again since it's been a few years now since my first visit. I decided to try the French toast, and I added the berry compote for a couple dollars more. The French toast was pretty dry, it definitely needed moisture, so I'm glad I added the compote and a lot of syrup. The fries were solid, I also got the prickly pear lemonade. It was very sweet, tasted like candy. I did think the prices were high for what you actually get.. I liked the atmosphere and the staff was friendly.

    The Bumblebee chicken biscuit sandwich
    Kellie N.

    Always hits the spot! Love the welcome diner whenever in the downtown area. They make such a dang good burger I usually always end up getting that but today I opted for the Bumblebee. OMG amazing! A perfectly fried chicken breast sandwich on a scratch made delicate biscuit slathered with grainy mustard with just a hint of horseradish for that touch of heat in just the right way finished with honey. Amazing! The side salad is anything but simple. Just the right amount of vinaigrette with the butter lettuce and the acidity is the perfect balance to that chicken sandwich. Match made in heaven.

    Welcome Burger
    Angela V.

    Such a fun spot! Welcome Diner has such a cool, eclectic vibe--retro meets artsy in the best way. The interior is full of character, and the whole place just has a great energy, especially if you're sitting out on the patio or near the bar. I got the Welcome Burger and wow--it was delicious. Perfectly juicy, flavorful, and just messy enough in the best way possible. Definitely crave-worthy. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

    Inside
    Abayomi O.

    Being from the east coast I miss a local diner! Food was on point, nice cozy vibe, and service was extremely quick and on point. Our waiter recommended the Mac and cheese with the chorizo and it did not disappoint. One of the best I've found in Arizona so far. Peanut & Butter and jelly burger was the perfect texture and flavor, they really accomplished the medium cooking preference with a dark outside and slightly pink inside. We also ordered the Arnold Palmer and fresh press orange juice. Everything here is fresh and made with some TLC. And please don't forget to save room for that PIE!

    Outside
    Joy T.

    I haven't been here since they opened 21 yrs ago. Too long. But I remembered why it was so good then & now. Late night happy hour. Lil' birdy & mac & cheese. Making every bite count. Host with the most, Broc, was more than happily inviting. Server, whose name I didn't get, was very sweet. I appreciate the 2 cooks behind serving me in their last hour. There were other diners but I felt like I had it to myself, in a good way. I will return for their deviled eggs that I saw a table order, that stood out than your normal mama's eggs.

    Fried Green Tomato

    A friend brought me here while I was in from out of town. Food was amazing. I got the fried green tomato sandwich and the deviled eggs, which I was so excited to see on a menu. Sat outside in the shade. The service was great!

    The name of the place

    Food was great !! Ate burgers and fries We was able to sit outside Enjoyed the sunshine Service was a little slow but they were pretty busy

    chocolate bourbon pecan pie
    Isabel K.

    i've been here now once for dinner and once for brunch, and both times have been excellent! the space itself is adorable and has soooo much character, truly gives old school diner vibes (w a modern twist). at dinner, i had their peanut butter burger (cooked PERFECTLY) and chocolate bourbon pecan pie (one of the best pies i've ever had). at brunch, i got their welcome breakfast w egg whites, salad, and added andouille sausage. their biscuits are soft and delicious, and pair perfectly with butter and jam, or you can make a little egg sandwich out of them (as i did w one of the halves. my friends got their pancakes and they were soooo fluffy and light. my bestie got their sweet potato hash and said this was one of her favorite breakfast's she's ever had. mimosas are also great, and staff is kind!

    Jackfruit Po' Boy vegan
    Lori A.

    Welcome Diner sure knows how to do jackfruit right! Such great flavor and texture. Their fries are pretty tasty too. They do have great vegan options. I sat on the patio and it was so nice. Lots of trees and birds.

    Drip Coffee
    Raquel H.

    The Gravy is so good!!!!!! I normally don't like biscuits and gravy but the gravy here is so good. The staff here is super attentive and friendly. The French toast was very good and my husband enjoyed the chicken fried steak. There is indoor and outdoor seating and the restaurant is very clean. Restrooms are unisex, it's not a huge indoor location but they do have ample outside seating. The latte was very good, strong and has a great espresso taste. Definitely come and check them out, you won't be disappointed

    No Way Jose, Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    James H.

    We stopped here after flying in from Los Angeles and this was the only place open within walking distance. The staff was unbelievably friendly and cool. The food was probably the best diner food and food period that I've ever had. Forever a go to anytime I'm back in Phoenix!

    Menu
    Vahd N.

    This place is a real gem. They've got convenient parking in the back, and the front patio seating is super cute, especially in the evening. The service was fantastic, and our waiter was really friendly and gave great suggestions. I tried the Fried Chicken Liver on his recommendation, and it was surprisingly tasty! The fresh orange juice was a perfect complements, and the steak was great as well.

    Big Jim

    See all

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    3 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    14 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    27 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of James H.
    206
    26
    3

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Vahd N.
    3
    167
    521

    4 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Marissa K.
    36
    86
    125

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Andrew I.
    636
    132
    22

    3 months ago

    Meh. Food was fair. Service was slow and I ended up paying $18 for a fried chicken sandwich with NO SIDES.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Small quiet hidden gem downtown. Delicious menu items...Reasonably priced. Patio dining is a must.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sarah A.
    1121
    278
    1840

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 3
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Joe C.
    0
    36
    12

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Scott B.
    0
    44
    141

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 39

    Welcome Diner Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Welcome Diner

    When does the kitchen close?

    Midnight Friday and Saturday I think 10 pm other days

    Are they famous for pies?

    No they are not. But they have great food.

    Is there gluten free options available on the menu?

    There are a select few but they are very rooted in their current options they don't have Dr. Pepper either.

    Is your patio dog friendly?

    Yes! Lots of seating outside and all dog friendly on the patio. There's a walk up window you can order at from outside

    Is this restaurant byob?

    No. They sell alcohol there.

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes!

    Do they offer a bottomless brunch on weekends?

    No.

    Do they have gluten free buns available for burgers?

    No. But you can get a burger patty on a bed of argula

    How is the pozole?

    Amazing

    It appears this is only an outdoor venue. Is this true?

    There is ample seating inside both at tables and a counter. I think the other answers may be outdated.

    Who wants to grab a drink right now? :)

    Drinks are good!

    View All 16 Questions

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Diners 39,170 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    First Watch

    First Watch

    (923 reviews)

    $$

    We love our experience at first watch every single time . The food is always delicious. The staff…read moreis so friendly and service is quick even it's super busy. The ambiance here is always so great and welcoming,it gets the warm feeling that you like to feel for the Sunday brunch.

    Decided to go to First Watch since I was familiar with the franchise after going to one in Houston…read more This location is within a rather small parking lot which seems to be dedicated to First Watch, we were able to find a spot near the back of the lot but it was quite crowded when we arrived around 11am. The interior is pretty long with a large number of seating inside the building so we had no trouble getting seated right away by the hostess. We decided on food relatively quickly due to previous experience with the business, however, our waiter never came around to take our orders or even give us water at the table. We saw one girl with dyed hair who unassumingly could have been our waiter since she was in our section but only worked with one particular table and ran to the back after each time, but never addressed our table or came by. We eventually had to flag a different waiter down who was able to help us place the order and service us for the rest of our visit, she also informed us that this other "Waiter" was supposed to help us but she wasn't sure why she never made an attempt to do so after having us wait 20 mins and other tables were being serviced. We ordered Flordian French Toast and Elote Breakfast Burrito (plus a couple sides and drink) which were both really good, and filling. Prices weren't too bad for what we ordered and was able to take our mind off of the rather long wait to get helped. Not sure if we'll come back to this particular location again, but it was nice trying the restaurant out another time.

    Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort - Falls location guest room view

    Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

    (808 reviews)

    $$$

    The Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort has a beautiful setting with incredible mountain views, great…read morewalking areas, and a classic Arizona resort feel. The staff was friendly throughout our stay, and the overall property has a relaxing atmosphere that makes it easy to enjoy the sunshine and scenery. We booked an upgraded suite with a separate bedroom and TV room, which gave us plenty of space to spread out. While the layout was great, the room itself could use some updates. The bathroom fixtures were older--the Kohler toilet didn't flush well and was a bit noisy, and the tub/shower combo had rounded sides that made it tricky to stand comfortably. The shower water also never got fully hot. The room had a slightly musty smell, and the carpets would benefit from a deep cleaning. The balcony screen door didn't close tightly, which let a few flies in, and access to the second floor required two sets of stairs since there's no elevator in that section. Even with those issues, the resort's location, views, and overall vibe made the stay enjoyable. With some room refreshes and a bit more maintenance attention, this could easily be a standout property. The setting alone is worth experiencing.

    An absolutely gorgeous location. If only the food and rooms matched the top notch view…read more Having driven past here a number of times, I was excited to finally get a chance to stay. Nestled (as the name indicates) on the top of Tapatio cliffs, you get a stunning view no matter where you are on the property. And as I like to always begin with the positives, I can't commend the staff enough. They were friendly and hard working across the board. I also greatly enjoyed the main pool area, which had waterfalls, a water slide, and food and drinks that can be ordered right to your seat as you soak in some sun. There are multiple other standard pools throughout the resort that you can enjoy if you want to avoid the crowds and kids at the main one. Alas, the room and food were not up to snuff (especially given the prices). The bathroom had a very small tub with staining around the drain, spots on the walls, and the toilet was prone to getting stuck so that the water would run until you lifted the top lid and readjusted the stopper (not exactly what I want to do on vacation!). I also thought it was funny that a hotel of this quality used Angel Soft toilet paper (I know because they kept a spare roll in its wrapper in the room). The housekeeping wasn't great either. I had to contact the front desk to get them to replace out the trash (which wouldn't normally have mattered except they were TINY cans. One room service order filled the whole can). We somehow ran out of tissues (which you'd think housekeeping would check), and our towels were never re-stocked or replaced (and at least one was frayed and had holes in it). I'm not really a stickler for these sorts of things, but it was all surprising given the locale and price. I did report some of these things to the front desk, and to be fair, there wasn't much they could do to fix them. The food was also very mediocre. I had a grilled BBQ chicken sandwich delivered to the room. I asked for cheese on the side (explaining I don't like it melted) and they simply put the sandwich on top of the cheese, meaning the cheese melted to the container LOL! The sandwich was OK but was over-slathered in BBQ so that it made the bun mushy and subsumed any other flavor. The side salad greens were too thick for my liking and had the opposite problem of not enough dressing. I would visit again, perhaps for a day, to enjoy the views and if possible, day pass the pool. But I'm not so sure I'd stay there

    Welcome Diner - diners - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...