This is a hidden gem in philly!! We come here for their delicious pancakes, coffee, and down to earth service. Don't miss out on a sweet experience! read more

This is where young Manyunk "kids" and Roxbourgh lifers meet for breakfast. The mix of people here is fabulous. There is always a table of 20 somethings dressed in the day after comfy cloths, recovering form what happed last night mixed in with retirees going about their daily routine of news papers and breakfast and a child or two running around. It's a wonderful atmosphere. A classic diner car restaurant with breakfast prepared right behind the counter out in the open just adds to the lively atmosphere. I like the Hash with eggs sunny side up. read more

A Roxborough Institution. You'll find this place packed with locals and college kids on any weekend or holiday, so much so that people will be standing out in front waiting to get in for Breakfast. I say breakfast because this is undoubtly their most popular meal of the day. Of course a good breakfast should be the backbone of any diner, which it is here. Good prices and descent service. Seems like the people have been working here for years and it shows in their streamlined service. read more

Worst omelette I've ever had I'm pretty sure it was made with fake eggs it had no flavor and was somehow extremely watery

I'm underwhelmed. Been dying to try this tiny little place out that has a lot of non-legit looking signs that say they have the "best breakfast." When we showed up on a Saturday morning and it was totally packed, I expected greatness. Menu is pretty basic. My dining partner was upset that they didn't have an extra huge manly breakfast ordering option and ended up ordering two entrees. Said the french toast was decent. I got a basic eggs, bacon, taters deal. Everything was good but not great. Typical greasy diner food, I guess. Be forewarned: don't park in that parking lot across the street. You get ticketed. Also, ladies beware! They keep the window open in the bathroom. Probably the coldest bathroom ever. EVER. And, cash only. read more

Fluffy panckes, crispy bacon, and a steady stream of good coffee all add up to a good hangover breakfast experience in my book. The friendly waiters and the fact that breakfast is served all day makes Bob's a winner in my book. read more

When I think of a grabbing a quick breakfast that's inexpensive and greasy, I think or Bob's Diner on Ridge Avenue. This quaint converted mobile home is just the place for you to bring the kids Sunday morning to enjoy the atmosphere of a simpler time before trans fat was considered unhealthy. For the most part, the ambiance and staff were pleasant, except for the incessant lights that were flickering constantly (thank goodness no one had a seizure). All and all, if you request less butter and wear your sunglasses during your experience, this establishment could easily be four stars. Bob's is a solid three stars and was a pleasure to review. read more

A friend and I stumbled upon Bob's because we were unable to get into another breakfast spot in the neighborhood. I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly and fast service! Breakfast food was very affordable! I had a two egg special and my fried has steak and eggs. To her delight, the steak was flavorful and cooked well! We will definitely be back! This is a good choice for a quick and cheap breakfast. read more

Great service. Excellent for a diner. I haven't enjoyed a diner this much in some time. The food wasn't outlandishly good, but it certainly stands above most other diner food... the blueberry muffin was pretty damn special. It was clean and felt good to sit in. Brown cups in diners are a warning sign to me.... they are used to hide dirt content. These cups were crystal clear. It was beautiful. The environment was very.... cozy. It felt like it was filled with regulars and everyone was all smiles and were enjoying their meals. Fun times. I haven't said this about a diner in ages.... I would happily go again. 4.5 stars if I could give it. read more

I love the dive diners. You get plenty of attitude from the help at Bob's. Breakfast on the weekends is my favorite thing in Manayunk - if you can beat the yuppies to Bob's. I tried to go there early on a weekday, and they weren't open yet. That made me sad. I had to eat at an inferior diner with a sullen waitress. I am holding Bob's responsible. Breakfast in Philly means Bob's Diner. read more

I have seen Bob's through a few changes in ownership - bad changes, but it is back to what it was originally - a great diner. The average time the service staff has been there is more than 20 years! I don't know any other diner that can boast this. The food may be typical diner food, but it is very good and better than most diners. Try the cole slaw - it is delicious and homemade - as are the desserts. I don't like the eggs - they tend to be a bit greasy, but they aren't terrible. Everything else is very good. By the way, one reviewer said that it is in an old train car. Not so. This is a original dining car - built to be a diner, which was typical of diners in days gone by. read more

Upon my first visit, I wanted to do a takeout order. The waitress who took the order was very short with me. I ordered 2 eggs and home fries in came with toast and coffee or tea. When ordered it I asked for coffee and this waitress said snootily you don't get the coffee with takeout, even though it was not notated as such on the menu. Well I walked 5 blocks back to home, open the container and there is no toast, how do you screw up on 3 items and give me only two? I called the diner to tell them their error, they gave me back that waitress who says "Sorry what do you want me to do?"with her nasty attitude, I let her know that I didn't appreciate her attitude towards me and she started yelling! I said I wouldn't be returning and hung up. I guess they're not interested in new customers. I've never been treated like this upon my first visit to an establishment. Do not give these people your money. I paid $8 for 2 eggs and home fries because they forgot the toast. Ridiculous prices for crappy food and service! read more

Bob's is our new favorite weekend breakfast place. Their food is delicious and their service is speedy. They have the best coffee I've ever had at a diner. Their fried pretzels are AMAZING, especially if you're battling a hangover and you want some fried food. Plan to arrive earlier than you want to eat, though; on the weekends, there's always a wait. Also, Bob's is cash-only. read more

Bob's Diner aka "The Diner of the Undead," is not only the greatest place to start a zombie movie, ever, it's also a really fabulous Roxborough experience. The menu is typical diner faire with some local twists. I definitely recommend the Chipped Beef Ina Pretzel. If you go at a time when people are usually hungry, expect a wait. 30 minutes isn't a bad amount of time to talk with your future table buddies, though. Is it? It has a weird mix of loyal locals and college students trying to laugh off last night's indiscretions. I like it here a lot, but don't expect it I be something other than a diner at the edge of a graveyard. read more

Being new to the area I read a lot of reviews for Bobs and it did not disappoint. The staff is very friendly, the crowd is very up beat and the food is amazing. I've never had such a plump omelet and te pancakes and home fries lived up to the great reviews. I will say to me it was a little pricey but it is worth it. I will defiantly eat there again! read more

If you want some amazingly delicious, classic homestyle breakfast this is the place to go. Plus there's top notch, very speedy, and friendly service. Not to mention for the area this place is super cheap!! 5 STARS!!!!! read more

I love Bob's diner. I went to the diner with a couple of friends mostly because it was weird to see a diner...next to the cemetary. We were pleasantly surprised with the breakfast. I love the hashbrowns. Everyone enjoyed their breakfast and next time they were all in town, they requested to go again. The staff also didn't mind when a friend requested extra crispy bacon -- so they seem to accomodate your tastes. I've also been there for dinner once as well. The menu has a decent selection of diner food (as well as breakfast all day). Plus, instead of fries, I can have hashbrowns! Again, everyone enjoyed their meal and the portions were large. We had diner basics, burgers, chicken tenders, etc. The price is better than some of the neighboring restaurants as well. We had the same waitress on most of the visits, and I have no complaints. It can be annoying that it is cash only, but I just tell people in advance if we are going. It is smaller inside, but I have only had to wait to be seated once during breakfast hour on the weekend (and the wait wasn't bad). Overall, it's a nice little diner, especially if you live in Roxborough and don't want to go too far from home for a good meal. Basically, it tastes like the food you wish you could make at home. read more

My go-to for breakfast in rox/Yunk. Great breakfast! Staple in Roxborough for years! If you see a line don't worry, you can prob score a counter seat. read more

grand slam breakfast platter is a grand slam. It is a nice hole in the wall place with street parking. It is one of the few places that actually get my home fires right. It might sound like i am nitpicking, but i ask for extra crispy home fries in every place, and all i get usually is mildly brown soft potatoes. These people at Bob's get it right and they let me know that they are on it. makes me feel special that my food is cooked the way I want it. I had a cheese-steak pretzel once... buy was it interesting. Although I love sandwiches and big eats, when I am in a diner that does breakfast right, I get the basics. This is one such place. read more

Worst burger and grilled cheese I've ever had. Service was weird as well. I was there with a black friend and we got strange looks from all that worked there. read more

Me and my wife went to Bob's Diner Yesterday morning. we both ordered breakfast Ii have to say the food was fresh, the service was great. we'll defiantly coming again. read more

Really disgusted, the fork and knife were still dirty and they over charged us. The pictures above us had dust falling down to our table and the tables were unsanitary... read more

Great diner food, cheap prices, quick and friendly service. All I look for in a diner!

I'm from Jersey originally and have been very disappointed with the diner scene in philly since moving here 10 years ago but Bobs really hits the spot. The comfortable local diner atmosphere and the breakfast eats are on point. Only diner I will go to in this area from here on out. read more

Classic diner fare with great service, make this a go-to diner. Go for the ambiance, a train dining care as well as the yummy breakfast menu. read more

You know, Bob's is just one of those places. Frankly, the food is secondary. It's the lovely, friendly, attentive and down home service I like best. Good moods, family-like atmosphere, comfortable setting. Oh, and they serve grits. read more

I brought my son here for breakfast since the reviews were so high. I would not recommend this place the breakfast was basic. However the prices are horrendous I was charged a la cart for onions and peppers in the home fries. The place doesn't take credit so I had to also use the on site Mac and charged a 1.75 there. I went to a diner down the street last week and I did not have to pay a la cart for onions and peppers. Beware they have a new menu. You could eat in center city for the prices charged here. read more

Fast and cheap (coffee is included in breakfast platter prices!!) but not enough flavor in the food. And I'm pretty sure the coffee is just Folgers. The neighborhood diner vibe is unmistakably there tho. read more

I feel as though this place is missing a golden opportunity to be a fantastic diner. They must make enough money on breakfast to survive. I have eaten here probably 100 times over the past 10 years. They just don't seem to care that much about lunch or especially dinner. I rarely go anymore but when I do it is for this 1 great thing... the western omelet with cheese. I know they whip the eggs in a blender and the sweet peppers they use make the dish so good. I have to get a side of home fries with onions which I order well done. With a large juice, this deliciously satisfying meal costs like $17.00 but I do not care as it is that good. And I do actually take half of it home for later and heat it up in my oven. My regret is that I eat out all the time and I need them to do something with this gem of a diner they have. 4 stars for the western omelet with cheese only. read more

The novelty of eating in an old diner located in a cemetery earned this place an extra star. My kids loved it. I had the Mac and Cheesesteak. The side salad worked. Daughter had the cheeseburger deluxe. Fries are the kind w the batter on them. The service was quite good and the staff is fun. One waitress there once said re the surrounds, "we keep the bad tippers out back. " read more

For many Philadelphia rowers who spend their Saturday mornings on the Schuylkill, the go-to, post-workout, hotspot is Pete's Diner on Fairmount ave. But I know all rowers and most Philadelphians are willing to go the extra mile (or two) for a great meal: I dare them to venture to Bob's Diner on Ridge Ave, where the bacon is thick, the hash-browns are golden brown, and the service is friendly and genuine. If your tired of waiting an hour for that Belgian waffle the Pete's waitress somehow forgets biweekly, head up to Bob's D and give it a try! read more

This diner is awesome, old school and everything you want out of a diner. The servers are all so nice and I have never been disappointed. But their integrity is what puts Bob's Diner above and beyond. I left my wallet and the owner tried to contact me through my doctor (appointment card was in my wallet). When I eventually realized my wallet was missing hours later, and I retraced my steps, I called the diner. They had it locked up and waiting for me. When i opened it up, everything, including all my cash was still intact. Thank you, Bob's Diner! read more

Nothing too special, just a good ole fashion neighborhood dinner. Solid breakfast, solid lunch, cheap, and next to a graveyard which is always a nice touch. It is what you think it is, go in with that mindset and you will enjoy it. read more

i come here maybe once or twice a year for breakfast, and only breakfast. i would never try anything other than their sandwiches... this place is a staple in the community, well maybe not a staple but it has been around for a long time so for someone who's father grew up in ROXborough, i feel i should visit a few times. the staff are either pretty old, overweight, or just grouchy. I haven't had a bad waitress but i can tell they judge people based on if they seem like aren't from the neighborhood. the food is fine, nothing great but nothing bad either... the prices are normal, around 5$ a breakfast platter. it is a small diner though, only about 16 tables or so. like i said, i would come back maybe once or twice a year and most likely because i was hungover and i didn't want to venture too far. CA$H only! however there are banks across the street. read more

I ordered my food, waited 30 minutes, and watched two families come in after me and finish their meals before I gave up and left hungry. I would call that the worst service possible. read more

Walked in to find this restaurant very outdated and dingy. Food was mediocre at best. Sausage undercooked and toast over cooked. Expensive omelette didn't even include cheese or home fries, only for an extra charge. Also, Charged $2.29 for a soda, maybe 12oz and then charged for refills even though that is not listed on the menu. When questioned the waitress said "I thought everyone knew by now", because that's how it works. Coffee was extremely bitter. Upon checkout, cashier too busy playing Soduko to look up and when spoken to, she responded with mouth full of food spitting all over. Would not recommend. read more

I used to live in Roxborough in 1996 and I came across Bob's Diner while shopping on Ridge Ave. I loved the old fission look of Roxborough in the first place, and then to top it off I found Bob's diner. Not only were the prices great the food was better. It was like home cooking. The proportions were very large as well. I took a friend there three years ago and he loved it as much as I did. We plan to come back soon with more friends. Thanks for keeping the traditions of good diner food with the home style touch. read more

Great food great price. My boyfriend and I have been here a few times. We prefer sitting at the bar as there's more leg/arm room. It's also nice to get an upfront seat as they make your food. Cash only. Opens early. I usually get the two egg special, and he's tried the pancakes. All very delicious. One of our favorite breakfast spots for your traditional American breakfast. read more

Bob's was a pretty cute experience that made me feel like I was back in jersey diners. Staff was very friendly, even though it was swamped, and they kept refilling our coffee/got everything out quick. Wasn't the most incredible breakfast and the place could stand to be more sanitary, but I was happy to find a decent diner around here. read more

Came her for lunch while I waited for a haircut. This place is unique with characters working there. Trust me order the food it is pretty good. I had the hot turkey sandwich with fries, a pickle and cranberry sauce all with gravy. The fries were not that desirable, however, the gravy made up for it. I would try this CASH ONLY option again. read more