Had a great experience here with some friends-we wanted diner food after playing intense pickleball for a few hours. The inside was very clean and welcoming and our waitress was very friendly and had a great sense of humor. The food was a bit pricey but the portion sizes were AMAZING. I got the Chicken Souvlaki and it was enough for three people! I was also able to get grilled onions and peppers with it, I was very happy about that. Also the home fries were well done-which I love and it came with a nice sized side salad. I also had a Matzah Ball soup which was light and tasty. Everyone else also loved their food--an omelet, steak and eggs (which was cooked perfectly), silver dollar pancakes and a massive gyro wrap. Everything came out hot and fast and all seemed to be very fresh-we all took home food that we had for another meal. I would absolutely go back to this diner when I am next in town. The menu is also MASSIVE--it took us almost 20 minutes to decide what to get--with so many options included big salads and entree specials. read more

Great breakfast on a Monday morning. Not too busy, staff were friendly, and food came out quickly. Lydia took good care of us and we enjoyed the 80s music playing overhead. The TVs had on sports and news. Location is accessible but there are 2 doors to pull open to get to the gender-specific bathrooms - could be difficult for someone in a wheelchair or with a walker. The desserts looked great in the case but they are not house-made, but might be made somewhere locally, hostess was not sure. Lots of "order by number" choices on the first page of the menu - hubby had #2 and I had #13. Lydia let me sub a pancake for the toast and home fries which was a good choice. The pancake came with butter and warm syrup. My coffee was hot & the omelette was delicious but looked more like a scramble on the plate. Hubby liked his meal too. We would definitely stop back when in the area. read more

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I've missed this diner so much! It's been years since we have been in this area and when Hubs asked what I wanted to eat while out and about, I knew what I needed. Colony Diner's menu has all the things, but my favorite is this Rustic Omelette. Sausage, cooked apples, and a whole ton of American cheese make this amazing creation one of my favorite breakfasts of all time. This diner's home fries are pretty on par as well. Hubs, loved his burger as it was a nice sized and perfectly cooked. Bubs got what looked like an adult size chicken finger platter and scarfed that down. Finally, our server was the sweetest and was so kind to Bubs. Our server gave him a cookie when he was done, being so impressed with his eating, becoming Bub's new bff. Cheers to the classic diner vibes and the delicious food Colony is still serving. read more

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This is always my go-to area diner. I have been going here since the 90s. The food is always good and consistent. I usually enjoy breakfast food here. Also used to do the turkey burger deluxe with fries and onion rings. Always a win. I really enjoy coming to breakfast. There is something about their pancakes that are eggy and moist. The syrup hits these just right. I usually get a scrambled egg with cheese and some hash browns. I have never been disappointed The two brothers that own the place are always friendly and amazingly do not seem to forget a face. I hope they stay in business for years to come read more

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From entry to exit this was an excellent lunch outing. We were greeted warmly at the entryway we were seated at a favorable location within the restaurant. Service was excellent. The food was terrific and tasty and delicious. Be unafraid to make choices and to change your mind and to make request they will accommodate you really wonderful terrific experience it's a diner so the ambience is what you would expect go have a wonderful time. Highly recommend. read more

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Lately, We have been getting terrific takeout orders from Colony Diner too. We are customers for almost 40 years! Never had a bad meal in all that time! Food is great & the order is so generous that you can get 2 full meals from an entree! We strongly recommend Colony Diner for great variety & generous portions! Always Great friendly service too!!!! read more

Everything was fine except the food. Ambience is nice, the people are friendly, and the service was good. I give 3 stars because my husband, liked their waffle and pancake, but my omelette had no taste at all--I couldn't eat it. Even when I took it home for my dad, he couldn't eat it either. I tried some waffle and chicken from my husband's plate, which were okay. Overall, the service was nice, but the food was just okay. read more

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One of the top Hempstead Turnpike diners, for sure. Colony Diner is what I think of when I think diner. Stainless steel counter seating, mirrors everywhere, and a warm host welcoming you into an oversized booth, placing down a menu that looks like it could be a novel. I came here on a Monday afternoon for lunch with my mom and brother. All of us were in the mood for something a little different. My go-to diner order is a cup of matzoh ball soup and turkey cheeseburger, which is what I ordered. Unfortunately they'd just run out of turkey burgers, so I had to last minute switch to the turkey club as my back up. The matzoh ball soup here was a bit of a let down. It was a little overdone, not much flavor to the broth and no carrots, celery or onions, just the broth which really lacked. My turkey club made up for it, piled high with turkey and just the right amount of mayo. They brought out complimentary coleslaw and pickles which I appreciated. My mom got the cheeseburger deluxe which came with fries and two onion rings and looked delicious. My brother got the eggs benedict that was absolutely smothered in hollandaise in the best way. I'm still shocked at how high diner prices are in general these days, but for the state of the economy I think Colony's prices are pretty fair. I'll be back next time I'm in the area and need my diner fix. read more

Colony Diner - 7 oz. Charbroiled Cheeseburger Deluxe - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

The Colony always does things right. It's clean, the food is great and the staff are always attentive. Between breakfast food, lunch options, and Greek specialties you can't go wrong. read more

Our server Scott greeted us immediately and was very polite. He took our breakfast order which came out quite hot with generous portions. Everything was delicious and Scott gave us warm maple syrup. A perfect morning meal to warm us up on a cold blustery morning A definite place to start your morning read more

WOW and WOW! You can't tell from the pictures but the portions are humongous and everything tastes great! The interior is very aesthetic and inviting . The staff are really friendly, attentive and accommodating! I can't say enough positives and believe me, I know my diners! For diners it is def 5 stars ! They still have a huge menu and lots to choose from. Very accommodating to children. They have lots of booths, round tables for 6 and large booths that can hold prob 7-8 people. Very comfy. Good parking lot. Near Eisenhower park, so convenient. 9 minutes from museum row. Needless to say , we all took home doggy bags! Sorry no picks of interior but it is attractive. read more

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IMO, there is no better diner than the Colony. I have been going to the Colony for years and every time I stray and try a new place, I am always disappointed. At the Colony, you are always greeted with a smile. The diner is sparking clean, the staff is friendly and attentive and the food is fresh and delicious!! I have tried so many menu items and really haven't found a bad meal yet. Burgers are juicy, wraps and paninis are stuffed and dinners are cooked fresh! I highly recommend the Colony! It is definitely a place you'll feel like family! Fun fact, after NY Islander games and events, you can meet up with fellow fans at the Colony!! read more

The food is so good i been here since 2021 It's so amazing the best diner love the service And waiters. read more

Colony Diner - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

I had breakfast there twice in a year and both times sucked. Kaiser roll seemed stale both times. "Well-done" home fries looked dark but was just MUSH with no crispy pieces. Never again. Oh, and the sausage were tiny diner sausage. Also, they gave me OJ in a basket chipped glass. ITS OBVIOUS THEY. BUY LOW QUALITY FOOD AND JUST TAKING PEOPLES MONEY.... Next! One start for sweet hostess and waitress. I still topped 25%. read more

We have been customers of the Colony Diner for many years; it is our go-to restaurant for breakfast and dinner. The gentleman at the front counter, when we go for breakfast, is a delight. Always friendly, always smiling, very congenial and speaks to everyone. However, when we went this weekend for dinner, the "gentleman" at the front was nasty and condescending. There was a party ahead of us and I just wanted to be sure that we were not jumping ahead of them; he got very nasty saying that it was his job to take care of customers and he was aware that they were waiting. I would have left right then, but it was a Saturday evening and other places nearby were packed. Our waiter was wonderful; upbeat and very friendly. Just wonderful; I was glad we stayed. I will say that I will probably return to this diner for breakfast when I know that this particular "greeter" will not be there. So rude and disrespectful. Someone should speak with him....... Oh, by the way, our meals were delicious and perfectly cooked. We had the steak sandwich heroes; the meat was tender and very tasty. read more

Great decoration, clean restaurant, good service. Three of us needed a breakfast spot before a lacrosse tournament and we landed at Colony Diner. Cool backstory of the restaurant of someone starting with Pennie's in his pocket and working to become successful. My daughter got Belgium waffles and said they were great. My son got eggs Benedict and enjoyed them. I got a ham and egg omelette. It was flat and browned too much. The potatoes with it were bland overcooked. The coffee was great though. The menu was extensive and I would go back for lunch or dinner to try more. read more

Food is amazing , I love the service here the owners are always present and super friendly . The ambiance gives what a diner should look like super clean and cool . 10/10 diner my go to place to meet up with friends or family read more

I know recent reviews were mixed, but we went on a Sunday night and ordered "breakfast" at 10 pm, and we loved both our meals - eggs, sausage English muffins, potatoes. Excellent. Great decaf coffee. And our waitress Susie was excellent!! Friendly and excellent professional service!!! Been coming for years between NYC and Ct, and everything seems just as good as it's always been. read more

Been going to the Colony Diner for years when in East Meadow (which is fairly often). Popped in there this past Sunday. As always, it was immaculate; the server attentive/friendly; the food great. Always happy to go there. And always happy to support local businesses with cash and not pay by cc. The last thing a restaurant ought to have on any TV, let alone every TV, is religious programming. I get it - there are issues these days with displaying news channels. No problem - ESPN, NEWS12, The Three Stooges, Nat Geo...plenty of options out there. I need a prayer service like I need a mouse in my soup. Cut it out. I'm going to make a point of returning one Sunday in the near future, and I will continue to be a patron until the day I see similar programming. read more

Came here for dinner with friends. Quickly seated, pretty empty on a Thursday night. We all enjoyed our food and service was great! I would def recommend read more

great food and service... very friendly .. Tommy is the nicest owner.... prices are great and you can never finish your food portions are huge-- andcoffee and cake is always fresh ,, read more

Big thumbs up from me on this Sunday morning. The food here is better than many of the surviving bunch of diners. Highly recommend the things that make this place good. read more

Colony Diner - Cebollitas to die for!! - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

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I expected a run of the mill diner experience and got a whole lot more. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, but the real big surprise here was the food. Way above average diner quality and much more unique options. I highly recommend The Roadhouse sandwich (for good reason it's listed as the owner's favorite). I've also tried the spicy chicken wrap, which is good but nothing out of the ordinary, but the portion size is definitely generous. It can be a little bit pricier than your regular diner, but you definitely get what you pay for. The interior seems to be pretty new and is much more spacious than the exterior shows. Parking lot can be a little tight, so it may be worth the walk from the side streets. read more

Colony Diner - Spicy chicken wrap (whole wheat) and fries - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

First time I went there it was pretty good. Second time, not so much. The waitress absolutely needs some retraining. Total lack of attention. I really needed a coffee refill that I never got and throwing the check on the table and immediately walking away did not sit well with me. Businesses live and die on customer service. Not sure if I will return. read more

Was late arriving at hotel so stopped here for a quick bite. Service was very efficient and professional. Had a cup of chicken noodle soup. Noodles were long and there appeared to be a spinach leaf of two in it. Different but good. I had the Chinese roast pork sandwich which was thin slices of Chinese style roast pork on a bun toasted bun with garlic on it. Duck sauce was served on the side. Excellent and different sandwich. Place was modern and clean. The hours say they close at 1 but the manager had to unlock the door for me as I left and it was only 12:15am on a Sunday night. read more

Colony Diner - Chinese style roast pork sandwich - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

called to place large order. whenever I do this I make sure to call with plenty of time to allow the restaurant to be able to get done. I do this 3 nights a week all over the country. Man who answered yelled and said to call back 20 minutes before I wanted the order. I explained to him it was a large order and I wanted them to have ample time. long story short food was not ready. guess you did need more than twenty minutes. no need to be hateful next time. you could of just been late. now you've made a butt of your self. hateful and wrong read more

Worst food and service!!!!! Your ignorant server threw the tip at us??? You're lucky we left something for you to be on your phone the whole time!!!! Save your money go somewhere else read more

This is an update. Went with a buddy of mine and ordered the scrod dinner, but they were out of it, so I ordered the shrimp scampi dinner instead. It came with potato and vegetable, but I got two vegetables instead, the broccoli and spinach, both in oil and garlic. It was perfect and the chicken noodle soup (that also comes with it) surprised me by including what seemed like green squash and spinach - very tasty. read more

Colony Diner - Whole wheat banana pancakes with fresh blueberries. - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

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Oh man...after my wife and I got married we ended up at Colony Diner for our first meal as a married couple LOL (we weren't able to eat during our reception) so Colony was our spot. We strolled in around 1:30am in our wedding garb and were immediately seated. They've spaced out all tables and it felt good to see...we ended up in a booth which was nice. My newly minted wife ordered a grilled chee with bacon and a side of gravy. I did the Texas burger (I could be wrong but I think that's what it's called - forgiveness if I'm wrong). It was a monster burger with bacon, bbq sauce, onion rings, lettuce, onion and tomato (I dislike tomatoes tremendously and quickly chucked it to the side - tomatoes don't belong on burgers....it's a scientifically proven fact!!). Our waiter was nice but slightly distracted as he was tending to a handful of late-night tables which is expected at a diner at 1:30 in the morning. Otherwise our first meal as a married couple was awesome! While I've never been here before, considering this was our first meal as Mr & Mrs....it'll hold a near and dear spot in my heart :) read more

Colony Diner - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

The food was disgusting I got a salad the lettuce was spoiled the chicken was raw and chewy the server had a lot of attitude and the food took unbelievably long and the food taste microwaved read more

literally downloaded yelp to leave this review, was the fastest service i ever received. didn't feel rushed but was seated immediately, ordered also almost immediately, and the food came out in like 5 minutes or less. the host and server were both so attentive and friendly, food was also very good. 10/10 recommend read more

I just wanted to say that this diner is amazing! The service is top-notch, and the people working here are the nicest ever! Best diner in Long Island! read more

I've been to this diner here and there over the past few years and every time I go I love it. Last time I got the Turkey Chili Burger which is a beef burger topped with Turkey Chili, it was a great burger! Spiro is my favorite waiter, if you can get Spiro to serve you, give him a nice tip! read more

Plenty of parking which was the beginning of a great meal. Diner is clean and beautiful. Waitress was friendly and accommodating. Food was perfect. A little pricey but what isn't these days. We will be back! read more

The quality of the food has gone down while the prices have gone up. I've been here a number of times and ordered Uber eats many more times. The burgers are dry and the salads look like a disaster. The sliced chicken that comes on top of the salad looks like it was cut with a butter knife. It is shredded into massive pieces. The first time I saw this, I thought it was a mistake but this is how they serve the sliced chicken over salad. I've seen this with the Cobb salad and the "Greek salad" (not at all resemblant of Greek salad)The worst item so far has been the buffalo chicken sandwich. Priced at $16 it is a thin slice of chicken with one slice of American cheese. No vegetables no presentation just an overpriced awful sandwich. Kind of sad because Colony Diner used to be my go-to place and now they've gone downhill read more

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The BEST Diner i've ever been too. Been coming here for years and the worst meal i've had was still above average. The quality from all breakfast foods to main dishes and sides are always delicious. Very clean restaurant and the staff has always been great with me/my family. Omelettes, chicken & waffles, challah french toast, buffalo wings, buffalo chicken blast wrap are my top picks. read more

I always enjoy eating at a good diner but the Colony was just average for me. My food seemed a bit overcooked and dry, as if it had been sitting under a heat lamp for a while. The server was very attentive and friendly but, unfortunately, that doesn't really do anything to improve the quality of the food. I've had better experiences at the Colony Diner in the past so perhaps I just caught them on a bad day. read more

Colony Diner - the exterior of the diner - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

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My first time in this dinner .. and i have to say i was very disappointed. It was a table of three and from the start the man in the front desk already looked annoyed didn't think much of it, he might of had a tough day then we ordered but they got our food messed up but i didn't want to be "those" customers and take back the food to the kitchen so i just let it be, just didn't want to make a fuss, and to note the dinner was not busy. At the end to pay i wanted to leave our waiter a tip but didn't notice the tip was supposed to be in cash i asked if we can just put it in the card the man from the front desk looked extremely annoyed about it and honestly the way he acted made me want to leave and not give any tip but i felt bad i just couldn't do that. I definitely wont be back. Grand stage dinner is the way to go. read more

This is my favorite thing to order from there. I love their fries and tarter sauce. Late night meal. Fried crispy amazing read more

Colony Diner - Fried Filet of Sole Sandwich with Curly Fries and tarter sauce - Diners Near Me - East Meadow, New York

Order a grilled cheese and fries and the bill came out to be $23 overpriced ASF and that wasn't even with a drink or tip. I get inflation but colony diner. It's just pure greed!!! read more