Exceptionally good, very good in an exceptionally deceiving façade! This is by far the best place to have an early morning breakfast. This outdoor location boasts it all with a restored and unique 1957 Valentine diner of old Americana, an old 1950s style Airstream for a bar (really cool), Dots and Dashes Bar, pretty comfy picnic style seating, swamp coolers to keep you comfortable, wide-open space, an enormous tent to keep you protected from the Arizona sun and a stage for kids to perform and the occasional locals to serenade from. The diner sits at the heart of a classic American trailer court, with a few classic cars, some retro RVs, and even an historic boat. Dining outdoors beneath umbrellas or under a swamp cooler air-conditioned tent, where the retro music and ambient setting creates a dynamic 1950s mood. Their breakfasts are great - and unique. Especially their Pork Belly Breakfast Sammi is fantastic, consisting of a perfectly prepared pork belly, arugula, a sriracha aioli and egg on a brioche bun, as is their Screwdriver - you can actually taste Vodka! My wife had the fab perfectly smoked brisket tacos prepared with an incredible salsa verde, fried egg, queso fresco and black beans. Oh, btw, their home fries are to die for! Dot's Diner at the Shady Dell is a must visit breakfast/brunch joint when visiting Bisbee! We stopped in the morning we left town and were sorry we hadn't tried them sooner. Bon appétit! read more

Within the Shady Dell is this adorable 1950's diner. You sit outside and order. We had a vanilla cherry coke float. Excellent service and float. We'll definitely be back to try the food. read more

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This is an outdoor retro diner next to The Shady Dell motel. We were exploring the Lowell area on foot and stopped in for a milkshake and soda. Also got a cool t-shirt. The young guy who helped us was really energetic and helpful. There's an outdoor seating area with free ice cold water. It felt like we were hanging out at a backyard party read more

Dot's Diner - At a table by the kitchen and a classic bus - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

Dot's was fantastic all around! The fried chicken sandwich was the best I've ever had - same with the Bloody Mary. My boyfriend also enjoyed his meal. It was a strong recovery after what we thought was a just okay breakfast at Bisbee Breakfast Club the day before. Our server was friendly and a great hostess, and the ambiance was really cool. I highly recommend if you're in town! read more

Dot's Diner - Fried chicken sandwich and pork belly breakfast sandwich - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

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We stumbled on this cute old diner and had to stop- and we're SO glad we did!! It's a cozy outdoor setup that is well-kept, and all of the staff were extremely courteous and helpful. (Shoutout to Sally!) The food was outstanding- we had the Dot's burger, chicken and waffles, and the couscous bowl and I'm already wishing we could relive it again. Next time you find yourself in Bisbee, give Dot's a try!! read more

We had a wonderful experience at the diner. The food top notch. We were very pleasantly surprised with the pulled pork, pork belly, and brisket tacos. We also had an order of the cheese curds that blew our minds. Great experience and great ambiance! read more

Dot's Diner - Pulled pork hash - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

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If you're looking for a nostalgic 50s themed sort of diner. This is the perfect place for you. The weather was great to be sitting outside and listening to music. We ordered a cherry soda float with vanilla ice cream and it was delicious. We also ordered chicken and waffles and a chicken sandwich. I wish the chicken and waffles came with a hot sauce. I feel like it would've rounded out the meal really well same with the chicken sandwich it needed a kick to it read more

Dot's Diner - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

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This spot is absolutely incredible. One of the best breakfasts we ever had. Food has explosions of flavor and a variety of options for breakfast. High quality and reasonably priced. The location is vintage and spooky. Right next to the Cemetery. We love everything about it. read more

Dot's Diner - North Carolina Pork and Sweet Potato Hash. - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

Such a cute old school diner vibe! Seating is only outdoors so plan ahead with the weather-- it was a little chilly and windy when we visited but our server was kind enough to bring us blankets as we ate. Our server was friendly and attentive and the food was the perfect diner food we needed after a night of a few adult beverages. read more

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Cool little place in a vintage trailer park. Service was great and the food was excellent! Great playlist also! read more

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I stopped by today, a Saturday, at 1:15pm. It was not busy. I was seated under the tent with other customers around. It was only in the mid 50s. Service was friendly but I had the feeling one server took me from another server. I ordered a cheese burger and a glass of water. The water had an unpleasant aftertaste. The burger was OK. I ordered It well done and the owner told me she made sure It came out like a hockey puck. Luckily It came out fine and not hard and dry like a hockey puck. The burger came to $17.88, a bit pricey, but part of the bill included a 9.6% Bisbee sales tax. This was my first time here. I thought it was OK, but the menu is limited. I gave it 4 stars for the service. It's a cute thing to visit for the tourists, but the separate wall now around Dot's Diner cuts out the view into the Shady Dell RV park. read more

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Im so glad this exists. The food is amazing and the events they put on are awesome. Service is spot on and it has a fun ambiance (old trailers?! So very cool). You just have to try this place! read more

Dot's Diner - Fried chicken and waffles - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

Good food, good vibes. The avocado toast was exceptional. Not sure what they did to the chickpeas but my carnivore boyfriend was impressed by the flavor and was initially sure there was meat of some kind. read more

I visited Dot's Diner a few months ago while recovering from an accident that left me temporarily in a wheelchair. My husband and I chose Dot's because I could sit outside with my service dog. Although getting the wheelchair over the stony terrace was a bit tricky, once we were settled, I couldn't have been happier. The staff was absolutely wonderful--kind, attentive, and thoughtful to both me and my dog. They brought water for him, made sure he wasn't getting too hot, and did everything they could to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. As exceptional as the service was, the food may have been even better. I consider myself something of a hamburger/cheeseburger connoisseur, and in this most unexpected spot, I think I may have had the best cheeseburger of my life! Thanks to Dot's Diner and its incredible staff, I will always carry a fond memory of Bisbee. Thank you. read more

all hat and no cattle went for breakfast today. they weren't too busy. first person's breakfast came out. 15 minutes later, the next person's dish came out, 10 minutes later the 3rd person and finally after another 10 minutes the last person's food arrived. as crazy as that is, they were offended when i (former owner of restaurants) mentioned this. plus, you have to get up and get your own water. wont go back there again. the old dot's of 30 years ago was a treasure- now it's just some hipster destination running on 'vibes'. would not recommend. read more

Best food ever! I got the Chicken sandwich and it was outstanding!! 5 stars always. Home town cozy and easy going! We are visiting from San Diego and can't wait to come back! read more

Who knew you had to go to a trailer park for the best food in AZ? Dot's Diner was a really interesting and memorable experience. It sits right next to a vintage trailer lodge, which is super cute on its own, and all the dining is outdoors - some at picnic tables, some inside a heated tent. It's not really a "diner" in the traditional sense, which is a bit misleading, because the food is way beyond diner fare. The coffee and Bloody Mary were excellent, but the breakfast sandwiches absolutely stole the show. This is true foodie-level cooking. We even joked that it tasted like a Portland (OR) brunch spot... and later found out the chef actually is from Portland. That explains it! Don't come here expecting old-school diner food. Come here for a full-on gastronomical brunch with excellent service. Our only complaint? We wish they served dinner. (Apparently there are dinner events during the winter and that's definitely on the to-do list if we return) read more

Hours said they were open, but all gates were locked and closed. Someone was there because the BBQ was going out back. No one answered the phone tho. Heard good things about the place but maybe another day. read more

Step one... get to Bisbee. Step two, stay at the shady dell. Step three, eat at dots every chance you get. Food some of the best scrambled eggs I have had. Dinner, we were fortunate to be here on Valentine's Day and they had a special dinner service. Wow was it great! High quality steak cooked just right. A potato dish that was so well crafted. However breakfast and brunch is where they stand out. Staying at the shady dell means you can walk over for breakfast, coffee, and a morning drink or two if you are up for it. Service is friendly and well done. You will get to know them and enjoy the casual nature of the place. Ambiance, what can I say. An old-fashioned diner but you eat outside. And we stayed in retro campers. If that's your bag, then this is your place. I will tell you this was the best food we had in Bisbee. read more

Lovely!!! This was just such a cool experience. We went for breakfast while visiting Bisbee. I got the loaded hash browns and my friend got the pork belly breakfast sammie. The staff are so friendly! You sit outside, but the tables are covered for shade. The pricing is quite decent for the delicious food they serve. So many fun food and drink options! We also shared some cinnamon churros that were so good they felt illegal. I'll be recommending this spot to anyone I know headed to Bisbee. read more

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I would love to give this place a higher star rating as it is super cute, and certainly a favorite among the locals with it's retro buildings and cars out front. There is live music some nights, and if you like neon lighting than you can't go wrong here. Unfortunately the prices and the food here spoiled it for me. The prices were rude, and the food could certainly be better. I mean the cheese curds weren't bad, but in placing an order for a burger they advised that they come with pickles, lettuce and tomato. Nobody mentioned the 'secret sauce' they put on their burgers however, which was just a horrific mess. It overflowed the burger and overpowering my taste buds. I couldn't really taste anything but the secret sauce which wasn't wonderful at all. The other off-putting thing, and I mean super off-putting, was the fly light and hanging fly glue strips like you used to see back in the day. Both were visible through the diner's windows where they make the food and so super filthy and nasty that it was just a super turn off. I mean like take a minute and consider what your customers see when they look into the grill area! How they could let this stand is just a complete mystery to me. read more

Good vibe and great food! It's a total hidden gem outside of Bisbee! The chicken waffles & chicken sandwich are the must have.

This was such a fun place! We were headed to Bisbee,AZ and found this gem on yelp. This is a kitschy diner with an Airbnb vintage trailer park attached. We ate at the diner for lunch. Seating is outside at round umbrella tables. So beware the weather. We ordered mimosas and Bloody Marys. Our lunch choices were Blt, chicken sandwich, And two Dot's burgers. All came with crispy fries. Delish! Generous potions and served hot. There are bathrooms available in a separate bldg. a great place for a casual, enjoyable lunch. Be sure to stroll the grounds after your meal. Highly recommend! read more

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Really cute atmosphere and the food was quite good. It's off the hustle and bustle of the main town area . I don't think you'd know it's there by driving by. I thought it was going to be a food truck situation but there is a little cottage there and several of those old 60's style trailers -(airstreams I think ) and they had servers. atmosphere was done in the cutest way. Food was fresh and good. I didn't see any indoor seating but there was a large tent with tables so not sure if it was temperature controlled because we sat fully outside in a table with an umbrella it was a little windy but the temperature was great. It was worth the drive for sure. read more

Even on a hot day, we enjoyed the setting as there was a misting system set up in the courtyard. We ordered the 'Dot Burger' and it was really yummy. My son, a burger connoisseur, rated it in his top 10. He's eaten a lot of burgers. The fries were so crispy! We would go back again if we lived anywhere near! give it a try! read more

Dot's Diner - Table view. - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

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Great quality drinks, food and customer service!! The breakfast tacos and potatoes were delicious!! We will be back with the fam!

It's definitely a step back in time. Absolutely love the nostalgia, have to love that. The fries were delicious. Fried chicken sandwich was great and so is the cheeseburger, they have some great drink options we had a couple Micheladas. Looks like they have live music sometimes.. Next door, they have these amazing vintage trailers you can stay at. read more

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Great food and drinks in an outdoor atmosphere. Amazing service. Will definitely go back!

We loved this place. It's a little out of the way from Old Town Bisbee but that was nice because we avoided the tourists during our meal. The food was spectacular. I ordered the pork belly sandwich with home style potatoes and I was in heaven. It had a fried egg on top so the runny yolk took it over the top. My husband had the breakfast special and he said the English muffins on his plate were the best he'd ever had. One of the boys had chicken and waffles and the other kid had the burger. They both finished every bite. The establishment is really cute. We plan on booking a stay there soon. read more

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The service is prompt & very friendly- food is great too! At the traffic circle, turn right at the gas station & it's on the left - can't miss it. read more

Staying at the Shady Dell in early March, the finishing touches were just being placed on this diner. We were kinda bummed that it wasn't open yet but that just give us another reason to return and try it out. From the reviews posted already, this little diner is sure to do well. Justin has taken great care to insure that the experience here is one to cherish as you step back to a simpler time. Cannot wait to return to try out their tasty looking breakfasts and lunch! read more

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Simple but good, would recommend. I had the chicken sandwich. Sat outside with a unique view of the cemetery.

Food is amazing - seasoned perfectly! Drinks are strong and tasty. The outdoor seating is super cute and customer service on point. Highly recommend! read more

Dot's Diner was our breakfast destination after coming down from Tucson to spend the night at the Gym Club Suites. I'd been curious to try Dot's food after seeing some pics of their menu items that looked delicious. I also knew from Stanhope's podcast that it was worth checking out. We arrived on a Sunday morning at 10am and it appeared that the first round of breakfast eaters were on their way out. Perfect. We ordered and got a table easily, and enjoyed our coffee from Exo Roasters in Tucson, and awaited our breakfast tacos & the sugared donuts on special that day. The tacos arrived and looked amazing, with double corn tortillas (legit), and a side of tasty potatoes. The tacos were so insanely flavorful that I didn't snap a picture of them, instead I dove in like a fiend. So good, so satisfying, wow. The donuts arrived after we'd forgotten about them -- delicious fried biscuit dough with cinnamon sugar -- and we happily plowed through them as well. The sunshine was perfect, the setting was calm & relaxed. Truly a dream breakfast. Is it too much to hope that Dot's might open a Tucson location some day? Thanks Stanhope for the recommendation; only sorry to hear we were one week too early to have you bus our dishes! Thanks to the Dot's crew for a lovely experience. read more

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What a fun place to eat! Service was excellent despite the fact that they were super busy and there was only one waitress but nonetheless we got our food right away. Great burger, fries, and strawberry milkshake the meal was very impressive. read more

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This place is phenomenal. The specials are well thought out dishes you'd see in hip spots in Portland, yet priced like small town America. Well seasoned, fun combinations, perfect pancakes, and the bacon is to die for. If they have the chicken and waffles, do it. Now! The best part is the ambiance and vibe. You feel like you're sitting at a roadside diner, in LA, in the 60's. Spanish versions of vintage pop music play through the retro speaker on the side of the buil. You're sat in the middle of a vintage RV park. They serve cheerwine and other throwback sodas. The diner itself is in a tiny, tiny vintage diner building which is lovingly restored and perfectly retro. Service was excellent. This place is one of my best foodie experiences ever. My wife and I loved everything about it. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor. read more

Dot's Diner - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

Amazing all around. Food is high dinning at diner prices. Services was amazing. Get the donuts. The best we have ever had. Would come back to Bisbee just to come here. read more

Great atmosphere and service. This is definitely a must stop if you are passing through or visiting the area. Bought a t shirt as well for a souvenir. read more

Dot's Diner - Dot's Burger {best fries ever} - Diners Near Me - Bisbee, Arizona

Amazing food, and Staff! We visit on a monthly basis, and it's always a treat! The atmosphere is very nice and comforting.

Location, theme, food and service! All around great experience. Located right off of old Douglas rd and fronted by classic cars. Come visit this neat place. They have dine in and outdoor options. Dine-in is closed right now but seats 9, tops! Super tiny indoors. read more

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