My husband and I ate there for breakfast. The food was good. Service was excellent. Prices were very reasonable. The restaurant was nicely decorated and clean. read more

My uncle tony used to bring me and my grandma here every sunday it was one of the best places to get a cheese burger and milkshake then wed share a pie but that was back in thr day when a kind older women used to work there went recently and a younger blondie was super rude and felt as if we where annoying will not be returning sadly read more

We order the omelette supreme and the chicken fried steak it was awesome. But the service was slow. We also order a short stack, but it never came. The food was Worth the wait. read more

Diner 50 - The omelette supreme and the chicken fried steak it was GOOD. But service is very slow. Didn't get what we order, there confuse - Diners Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My boyfriend and I always come here, and I have never been disappointed with the food and the service. The awesome 50's retro theme makes my breakfast,lunch, or dinner much more exciting the going to a regular place. Highly recommend the supreme omelette with the home fries!!! read more

I have to say I'm a big breakfast person. I love trying new breakfast joint, especially local mom & pop joints. A friend introduced me to this diner, & I have to say hands down the best in Phoenix & not to mention they have To-Go for breakfast, lunch & dinner. The hospitality is beyond amazing, food no words can explain how fresh & excellent it is! I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Very good food and decent prices too! Service was excellent and atmosphere is very 50s. Will definitely be back for more

They make everything fresh. It was yummy! The shakes were amazing. My boyfriend had the country fried steak sandwich which he fell in love with. read more

Large portions, tasty food, fun atmosphere, and super friendly staff! What more can you ask for? Highly recommended this little joint.

Went here a couple months ago. The food was actually pretty good, but the atmosphere was weird. They were playing Me, Myself, & Irene on TV which is pretty much the most annoying movie I can imagine eating breakfast to read more

This is a cool little spot! Nearly missed it. Not from around here wasn't familiar with the area. But we'll worth the u turn. I like that it was real food real good. read more

What a wonderful little surprise this was! Found it on Yelp and went based on the reviews. Was almost scared off by the outside renovations and location. I am So very glad i stayed. The food was good, the service was good, it was simple and comfortable. I will definitely be going back! read more

Fun place with a great breakfast on a Sunday morning. Good service and nice people too! Skip iHop and Denny's for breakfast and try it. Now it doesn't look like much from the outside but the inside will surprise you. read more

Diner 50 - You'll find lots of 50s and 60s kitsch and antiques. So many things to look at! - Diners Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Fresh made from scratch food. Perfect spot for all American fare with a 50s diner atmosphere.

Haven't even eaten here yet but the 50s memorabilia is terrific and makes you walk around to see it all. My favorite is the Bob Hope Cigarette ad. Now the French dip I ordered and it too is great. Recommend this place highly! read more

We found this place as a recommendation from a stranger. In Phoenix for a friend's graduation from Grand Canton University. Wanted to eat at local places instead of chain restaurants. We'll on our drive to the location we were kind of wondering what we were getting into. But as other reviewers say, don't judge a book by its cover. It's a local "hole in the wall" cafe. But the breakfast was delicious. The 10 of us each ordered different items. All were great. Waitresses were very friendly an accommodating. The restaurant is decorated in 50s music theme. Definitely better than any Denny's or IHOP. read more

Good home cooking, large portions. They are remodeling and under construction but that didn't impact their Great food and even better Customer Service. read more

Diner 50 - Great Customer Service and good home cooking. - Diners Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

What a great little place for a yummy breakfast. Very friendly owner, one who cares about her community and other communities as well by helping out so many homeless dogs with her generous donations of dog food. Thanks for your donations, I recommend dropping by for a terrific conversation with the friendly staff and superb food to go along with it. read more

My best friend introduced me to this place. The inside is super cute. The owner makes me feel like I'm at home and THE FOOD!!!! is sooooo good! I love how they make their potatoes whether it be fries or home style breakfast potatoes. The burgers are BOMB! I started going with my family and Diner 50 is like a home to us. Hands down one of my favorite places. read more

My visit was very disappointing. We wanted to split a $13 sandwich, wasn't told it would cost $3 to split. For a crappy sandwich and 8 fries we paid $18 dollars. I'll never go back. read more

Do not let looks be deceiving. The food here was pretty good. Our parties order was prepared fast with nothing having to go back, as everything was prepared correctly. But by far the customer service is the best I've had in quite awhile. It's enough to make me come back and see what else they have to offer. read more

Great service! Clean restaurant. Very unique restaurant on the inside. Fast service. Food was good. The Old Fashioned came out quick, very delicious. The pancakes smell heavenly. read more

We almost didn't walk into this diner since it is being remodeled on the outside and is in an "interesting" location. My husband almost drove by bc he thought it was a muffler shop. DO NOT let the outside scare you, it's absolutely adorable inside! We had breakfast and it was simple and good. The owner/waitress is charismatic and "just fits" the decor. This is a great place to eat if you're looking for something near the airport. I'd definitely go here again! Enjoy! read more

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Idk which is better the food or the waitress , this place has such amazing cooked fresh food

Very disappointed in my visit. I've been here before & the experience was totally different. This time we walked in ahead of a few other groups. My table had 5 co-workers & while looking at our menus we were also chatting. After about 10 minutes, someone asked what drinks we wanted. Another lady brought us our drinks after another 10 minutes. Meanwhile everyone who came in after us ordered & were eating before we had to flag a server over to take our order. Her excuse was she assumed we were having a meeting & she didn't want to interrupt. She used this same excuse to refill drinks & when we had to wave her over to pay, she again said she did not want to inter. The kicker was you pay on an iPad & she was standing right next to you as you chose the tip amount, making it uncomfortable to either not tip or lower her tip based on her service. I will try here again in the future & I hope it's back to how it was before. read more

Decor is spot on for the name, straight out of the American idea of the 50's. Menu options are limited, but the pancakes were awesome. The were preparing fresh fish for the Frday fish fry which they always sell out of. I would definitely come back. read more

This place was awesome. Like real Americano. Should be on Dives & Diners! Love the 50 decor and the friendly staff. Great BLT and meatball soup. read more

Diner 50 - Diners Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I recently went here because my boss is a big fan. I always loath going to work-related lunches because I hate the distraction that ensues when I have to inquire about their vegan options. Diner 50 does not have vegan options, but they worked hard to prepare something especially for me that was vegan and even made a point to cook it on a non-contaminated surface. The server who handled our order was very cool about it. read more

Stopped here for breakfast on the way out of Phoenix and we are SO glad we did!! The green chilaquiles were so crispy and the sauce was very flavorful. Really good red sauce on the side as well..spicy! Very friendly server, she made the experience 20x better than it would have been without her. Clean restrooms...would stop here again in a heartbeat! Really wish I lived in Phoenix, I would be a regular here for sure read more

Diner 50 exemplifies the old adage that you cannot tell a book by its cover. I have driven by Diner 50 dozens of times and all I saw was an older looking building with bars on the windows in an industrial area. Looking for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon, I saw the high ratings from Yelp members and decided to give Diner 50 a try. The parking lot is ample size and is easily accessible. Entering the restaurant, you notice a clean, well light area with plenty of seating and a lunch counter. The décor is thoughtfully done 1950's kitsch. Service is super friendly. Breakfast, lunch and dinner items are on the menu, though closing time is midafternoon. According to the server everything is freshly made. My wife devoured The Sinatra, an omelet with bacon, mushrooms, spinach & Swiss cheese. It comes with a side of spuds and toast. No problem making the omelet with egg whites. I enjoyed a patty melt, a burger on toasted rye bread, with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions. The side of French fries were from freshly cut potatoes. Menu has many options to choose from. The Phoenix area has very few diners to eat at. Check out Diner 50. read more

Great food! The eggs were made to perfection and the bacon was so crunchy. The pancakes are so fluffy and so good! Love the the home fries with the kissfire sauce omg to die for. For sure beats all the well known breakfast places. The waiter Adriana is amazing so kind and is always asking if we need anything. Great place will bringing everyone I know! read more

Let me just start with this, the staff was great and service was good. I came in because of the high rating and it is close to work. I had breakfast and it was ok, but the cheese was oil based and not the quality I usually want. However, I had seen pie a la mode on some reviews so I ordered that as well. The slice is half of a normal slice first of all, and the pie was so old you could taste onions and lettuce in the crust from it being in the refrigerator and uncovered for a long time. Even the ice cream was old. There were ice chips in it and I was not able to take more than 2 bites. I had few friends with me and they had the pie, same opinions and did not finish. Unfortunately will not be back to this restaurant. read more

Step into the oldies area. Perfect dinner decorations, from walls, table, kitchen and even floor. Super beautiful. Might be family own,one of the waitress (not at our table) had her small child cleaning tables at one point she told her she was "In her way" this was sad. Uncomfortable to see and hear that. Children should not be at parents work place... Food: appetizer was good. It was hot, fresh, plenty of ranch and spicy (hot wings). Actual meal was disgusting I order Philly steak sandwich and fried. Sandwich was dry, meat was tough and burnt. Two other people got fires one was also burnt the other undercook not to mention one meal was mis order. I will not be coming back to this restaurant. Side note the only reason I have two stars is because of our waitress she was young, friendly, full of life. You can tell she had fun waiting our table. She apologized for the mix up and that made all the difference for this diner. read more

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I recently hired Adri and her Charlen's Cafe staff to cater the opening reception of a museum exhibit. It was a big job for over 150 people on a very tight budget, and she worked closely with me to create a menu that fit both of those needs. On the day of the event, both the food and service were fantastic and we couldn't have been happier with the turnout. A few weeks later I stopped by the cafe to settle my bill, and was really pleased to see how nice it is inside after the remodel. The restaurant looks great, the food is awesome, and Adri and her staff are professional, friendly, and easy to work with. If you need a caterer, especially in the downtown Phoenix area or the South Phoenix area, I highly recommend Charlen's Cafe. read more

Exterior is a bit rough but don't let it fool you, cool joint to grab some breakfast or lunch. Staff was what you wanted a bit sassy but took care of the customers, and sassy is meant as a compliment, the staff would stand out at any other establishment! Food was good as well as portion size, will be back without question. read more

Good food with a twist. Enjoy the atmosphere and talking with the server and ppl around me.

I've never been so pleased at an off the wall spot! Staff is wonderful and attentive! My tea came in a cup big enough for a proper serving! Food was perfectly cooked. At atmosphere can't be beat! You feel like you have gone back in time! For sure a new favorite spot for me in the Phoenix area! Must stop and check out!!! Everything here makes you feel like you have walked into your family's home! Staff welcomes you like you come in everyday! Sure to put a smile on your face and leaving happy and stuffed with wonderful food!! read more

Wish I could give this place no stars.. Waited over 30 minutes for food. Was about to leave and food miraculously was ready.. A gentleman came in after and ordered after us and still got his food before us. Then when we started eating, the waitress' family comes in an gets immediate service. Definitely NOT coming here again. Heard good things about this place and was SORELY disappointed! read more

After returning to eat here over the years, the time I recommend it to family the service was terrible. Coffee cup sat empty twice for just over 10 min each time. Others that walked in got food before we did and once began to eat meal, it was obvious it had been sitting. Disappointed with my most recent experience a generally great place to eat. read more

I believe in second chances. This time, it paid off. I work right down the street from here and have eaten here once before with a coworker about two years ago. I will be honest, at that time, it was not that great and we didn't go again. Needless to say, I did some research and found out that the place had a new cook and new wait staff. After reading some recent reviews, I convinced my coworker to try one more time. I told him I had a feeling things have changed for the better. Boy was I right!! The food was D-licious, the service was Above and Beyond cool, and the vintage decor was awesome. The menu offers the right amount of choices yet is simple to understand. This place did not disappoint. I will definitely be back and bring more of my friends. read more

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! I had such a great time! The reviews led me to Diner 50 and it did not disappoint! I was welcomed immediately by the sweetest waitress! She was energetic, bubbly and the smile never left her face. She seemed like a genuinely happy person! Gave the place such a great vibe! The food was beyond incredible! Cooked exceptionally well! Definitely order some fries while there! I had ordered a burger which came with fries, but they were so delicious I ordered two more sides of fries! The decorations were so authentic and fun! You could just walk around for hours looking at all the cute little details! The pool table was a great plus! Everyone needs to try this place!! It was so wonderful that I HAD to write a review! (I made a yelp account just for this! ;) ) read more