We stopped into Bennies9 today for the first time and left wondering why we waited so long to come back to this location. Years ago, when it was Freedom Square Diner, it was always a cute spot, but didn't feel special. We were all in the mood for something different today. My son ordered the full breakfast spread with eggs, sausage, pancakes, and all the extras and immediately declared it a "10 out of 10 breakfast." I have a feeling his enthusiasm alone is going to have us coming back week after week.My husband had Johnny's chicken sandwich and said it was one of the best sandwiches he's ever had. I ordered a chicken salad, which sounds pretty boring, but it was good. They make the chicken fresh and it was topped with crispy shoestring fries that were absolutely perfect. Our server, Amy, was wonderful. Even though she was busy, she took time to talk with us about the menu and share some of her favorites. When we mentioned it was our first visit, she smiled and said the owner was working and would probably come say hello. Sure enough, he did. You could immediately tell this is someone who truly cares about his business. He had that sparkle in his eye while talking about the food, the ingredients, and the restaurant itself. You don't fake that kind of passion. It was obvious he is fully invested in every detail of the place. I know the restaurant business is hard, especially with so many chain options everywhere. Experiences like this remind me why supporting local businesses matters. Hearing that Bennies also supports other local businesses through the ingredients they source (including carrying my favorite local coffee beans!) just reinforced that even more. So glad we gave Bennies9 a try today. We'll absolutely be back again and again. read more

Nice work team. Visited for the holiday and using the join waitlist was great. Service was very attentive and up spirit. The food was so yummy! We were passing thru and will be back next time we are in the area. By the way we were so into our food we forgot to take a pre photo. read more

Bennie's 9 Diner - Digging into our brunch - Diners Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Yes! Yes! Yes! Bennie's 9 Diner is a great place for breakfast or lunch every day of the week. The coffee is delicious and a step up from other restaurants. The breakfast selections are varied and customizable. A variety of egg selections, breakfast meats including chorizo, the best bacon of any other restaurant, egg sandwiches and make your own omelette. Sweet selections including a variety of French Toast, pancakes, and waffles. Lunch selections are also varied. The side selections to the sandwiches are a delight and include French fries, sweet potato fries, and onion rings. Soups are delicious and a special shoutout to the stuffed pepper soup. The Shrimp and Grits is yummy and a big surprise. The milkshakes here are the best! They can be ordered anytime so just because it is breakfast that is no reason to miss out! You can get it to-go as well. The staff here is a joy! I have had much of the selections on the menu and it is good. A sampling of what I have had: classic breakfast, build your own omelette (add jalapeños for a real treat, and get applesauce to help with the spice), bacon, chorizo sausage, egg sandwich, Pecan French toast (includes bananas) strawberry French toast, chocolate pancakes, BLT sandwich, onion rings, sweet potato fries, standard fries, Shrimp and Grits, and of course coffee and milkshakes. Come here and enjoy the art on the wall as well! read more

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This place is a family favorite. We enjoy that there's a north star to this restaurant, and it's visible right there on the walls. The staff is always friendly, and the food is always quick and good. There's something for everyone on the menu. Whenever we're trying to figure out where to go for breakfast on Saturday or Sunday, Bennie's is always brought up and usually wins. read more

Bennie's 9 Diner is in the former Freedom Square Diner location. It is a casual restaurant that is family-owned by Ben, his wife, and children. The menu lists breakfast foods (e.g., avocado toast, chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, omelets, pancakes, waffles, and eggs Benedict) and lunch foods (e.g., salads, soups, and sandwiches). My husband and I ate brunch here on a busy Saturday morning, so we had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. The waitress spoke nicely with us, but she forgot to bring my orange juice. Here are my ratings for what we ate: Strawberry Crunch French Toast - 5 stars - French toast was topped with strawberry cream cheese, strawberries, whipped cream, and crunchy sprinkles. It tasted very sweet. Sausage Biscuits and Gravy - 3.5 stars - My husband ate most of this entree. He said that the gravy was "different" than what he was used to, but that he liked it. He described the biscuits as "good." Chopped Cheese Sandwich with Onion Rings - 4 stars - My husband ate this sandwich. He described the sandwich as "fine," and he said that he liked the inside ground beef but that it was messy and fall apart and made the bottom bun soggy. This sandwich also contained American cheese, onions, and lettuce. (No tomatoes at my husband's request.) The total price of these foods plus a Pepsi was $39 plus tax and tip. read more

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The old Freedom Square Diner has re-opened under new management as Bennie's 9 Diner. I came here with a friend for Saturday breakfast / brunch. Lots of different menu choices depending on what you are in the mood for, especially decadent waffles / pancakes for those with the sweet tooth. I got shrimp and grits which (IMO) tastes like the real deal you get down South. Very creamy, with plenty of heat and savory in the dish. My friend got The Classic Breakfast (eggs, meat, and potatoes combo) with a pancake. The pancake was huge, but he said the potatoes were better than the old place. Especially appreciate that this is a family business, with the 9 referring to the parents and their seven children (you'll see this theme painted on the walls inside). Great service too, highly recommend. read more

Bennie's 9 Diner - Shrimp and grits with toasted English muffin - Diners Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Since moving from Nj to PA, been trying to find a good diner. Well - found a great diner!! Compliments to the Chef, Manager, and Staff. Although entertaining a late breakfast/brunch yesterday, Saturday (2/10/26), the wait was very short since the staff was able to clear and clean tables immediately after a customer has concluded their meal and left all content. The scrumptious Shrimp and Grits was an excellent menu item. It was tasty, creamy, and the big portion was well prepared. The crispy Chicken and Waffle also a delight! The manager and server were also very cordial and on top of the refills of their awesome coffee. I will have to return and try their Eggs 'Bennie' Dict and Corned Beef Hash next time. read more

Bennie's 9 Diner - Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Waffle also - Diners Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Have been there twice now and the food is very good as well as the service Had the corned beee hash and it was the real deal, not out of a can read more

Visiting from out of town and looking for a local diner. This was a great choice in menu, atmosphere, and wait staff. Nice variety and we'd stop here again. read more

I hate rating this diner so low, since I used to frequent here a while ago (when it was branded Freedom Diner) with my dad, and then the food was amazing. When we ate here today, we were disappointed by how bland all of our food was. I ordered a mushroom burger, and there were barely any mushrooms, and my fries came unsalted. The coffee was generic as well. For the price they were charging, the food is not worth it at all. I feel terrible rating such a low review, because the waiters here have always been some of the sweetest and most caring in the area. What I really did not like, which solidified me never returning for a while, is the AI generated art they hang on the wall. Simply put, it just does not look nice, and with the amount of money they charge for the food, they are more than capable to commission a genuine artist. The murals on the wall look hand painted, so they definitely have the capacity to actually support artists rather than feeding a machine our water supply and poisoning the air from the towns that have to produce these inhumane data centers. Its such a shame, because I remember in the past when this franchise was Freedom Diner, they had the painting "Nighthawks" by Edward Hopper which me and my dad would admire and discuss the beauty and the contrast of the piece while we ate our meal. Now while we ate at Bennie's 9 Diner, we sat down making fun of the inconsistencies in the Ai generated painting. This is more than just about art, it is the experience you are taking away from guests as well. There is no human soul in anything AI generated, and nothing to admire about it. read more

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My husband had the biscuits and gravy and thought they were very good. My omelette was delicious! Great casual atmosphere.

Great breakfast!! Cheese grits were EXCELLENT! Husband had a breakfast that came with potatoes, double meat, 4eggs, toast AND French toast. I ate the French toast and it was some of the best I've ever had and my husband raved about the bacon!! Only thing missing was a takeout box lol. Will definitely go back to try the shrimp and grits! Service was great too read more

Bennie's 9 Diner - Cheese grits and part of my husbands HUGE breakfast. - Diners Near Me - Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Great service, decent ambiance, but the food was not hitting the mark. Sometimes you can tell your veggies weren't individually seasoned on the omelette or your chorizo patty isn't particularly flavorful on the eggs Benedict (one egg runny, one egg solid) + get the hash browns over the home cooked fries (the larger fry cuts could some use some extra love). Coffee was pretty good. read more

Attention from server after being seated took quite awhile. Breakfast was nothing better than an Eat n Park or Denny's for that price. The coffee was terribly generic. read more

Everything was fantastic! Service was fast and the vibe is great. Highly recommend this great breakfast find.

I stop here every time I'm in the area and I always order the same thing because it's just that good. The steak is incredibly tender and flavorful, cooked perfectly, and paired with the best hollandaise sauce I've ever had--rich, smooth, and not overpowering. It's one of those dishes you keep thinking about long after you leave. You can tell a lot of care goes into every plate. If you're coming here and don't know what to order, get the Steak "Bennie"dict -- it's easily one of the best brunch dishes I've had anywhere. read more

I was there with a ladies group for lunch and everyone was happy with their meal. Some had breakfast and others had lunch. I had an eggs Benedict with salmon and I ate every bit of it. The home fries were crispy and delicious also. The owner even came by and greeted us. I will be back. read more

My daughter and 19 of her friends visited Bennie's during a regular school day for breakfast. The girls needed fueled up for a cheer competition later that day. They all said the food was great, the service was excellent and are already talking about going back. Nice to see a family owned business welcome a large group of giggly girls with open arms. Well done!! read more

Was passing through and saw the great reviews so stopped for breakfast on a Monday morning. They had just opened so we were seated right away. We had our food within 5 minutes of ordering - very friendly service. I'm picky about coffee and the coffee was great! Also recommend the breakfast sausage. read more

Great food. And plenty of it. The service was amazing and the wall painting adds a great local atmosphere. We weren't rushed, sat with the owner. Discussed local issues and totally enjoyed our breakfast Highly recommended for any one looking for a great local restaurant read more

This is the third time we have been here and by far the best!! With new ownership this place has a family feel. The owner came by to check on us multiple times and wait staff all seemed happy. I had the best omelette I think I have ever had. The bacon was crispy and veggies were ultra fresh. Just sooooo good. Cannot recommend it enough!! read more

It was my first visit here. I thought that it was just an average spot. I thought the food was nothing special (breakfast) and like many places, over priced. I had an omelet and hash browns. It came with one piece of toast. Obviously another profit move. The service was fine and it was busy at about 9:00 am. The ambiance was that of a normal local eatery and there was ample parking in the front and back. My total bill with a 20% tip was to $19.22. Denny's or Eat'n Park would be just as good. I wouldn't kill myself to go back unless I was in the area. Try it and see what you think. I laughed at the one piece of bread. So did my buddy. read more

Great customer service and great food! The owner's always around checking on his customers and the food. I would highly recommend eating here. The omelets are the best around. read more

What a treasure! Friendly and attentive service. Food was hot, delicious and plentiful. You will not leave hungry. I had the shrimp and grits. Enough for 2 meals. Good enough for the South! My husband had the Club sandwich. I don't know how he finished it! There was so much meat on this sandwich other places give you half as much. We also ordered the onion rings. Surprisingly they actually bit into the onion instead of pulling it out of the breading. Hot and delicious. On a side note there would be no problem for a walker or wheelchair. The women's restroom was clean and stocked with any amenity you might need compliments of Benny and Helene. read more

we have eaten at Bennie's a number of times and enjoyed it thoroughly every time. great food and service is great! 5 stars!

Staff was amazing, owner introduced himself and checked on tables regularly. Food was delicious, enjoyed by everyone in our party. Will definitely return. read more

Geno and I have gone to Bennie's 9 multiple times, never disappointed. The food is fresh, hot, & delicious! You must try the homemade Stuffed Pepper soup, it is AMAZING! All the staff is friendly and always making sure our drinks are filled. We love that Ben is always going around introducing himself and asking how his guests are enjoying their meals and experience at his diner! Bennie's 9 will continue to be our favorite family owned establishment to go to when we want a great meal, friendly service, and family environment! read more

The service was top notch. The food portions were huge and very tasty. The options were endless. We'll be back next time we're in town.

My wife and I love diners and have been to many over the years. This place is the best we have ever experienced. The menu, food and service are great. You can feel a family atmosphere vibe here that says the staff members love what they are doing, and each other. The owner is friendly and outgoing, and makes a point of saying hello and checking in after the food has arrived. We go for the terrific food and service, but leave feeling good because of the atmosphere. read more

The food is always good and the staff is very friendly. I would highly recommend especially for breakfast.

Great meal, great value. Huge portions and friendly staff. We made the hour drive to try it out and well worth it!! Absolutely love the decor, great to see this amazing family represented. read more

Service was slow and food so so. The French toast was soggy and corned beef lacked flavor. The wait staff however was pleasant.

The food was good. The service/waitress was very off. She gave me one piece of toast, my bacon was falling of the plate and she touched it. She never checked on us, never brought my water or more coffee. She brought people next to us the wrong food, we were shaking out heads. I could tell the owner was working to keep things in line, so it may have been a one off, we will try again! read more