This place can be hit or miss. Twice I've tried the macaroni and cheese and the pasta was way too over cooked. Breakfast is usually pretty good, but the lunch and dinner fare is lacking. The service is also so so. I've had some good service but also a couple that never checked on us through the whole meal. It's right up the street for me, so it convenient, but I wouldn't go out if my way for it. read more

Been here several times and love, love, love it! Their breakfast entrees are amazing! The roadside omelet is similar to a Spanish omelet in other diners, but so much better. It has peppers, onions and cheese and there is a home made (I think) salsa sauce on top and a dollop of sour cream. It is served with home fries and toast. I like to order my home fries crispy, because I prefer them crunchy to soggy. The frittered French toast is the best ever! I guess you could have this for dessert, because it's kind of sweet for breakfast, but oh so yummy. You won't be disappointed with some of their dinner entrees either. Meatloaf is one of our faves. And the turkey dinner is quite good as well. The stuffing that comes with the turkey is good, but if I remember correctly, it has raisins in it. The pot roast is good. The short ribs that are listed on the specials are really good, but they usually sell out. All of their breads and desserts are baked on premise. If you get bread for the table, be sure to ask for the strawberry butter!! (And if you get pancakes, they usually give you strawberry butter as well). It's really good! We are big dessert fans, but the banana cream pie and the coconut custard pie are delicious. Also their sundaes are huge and tasty for those liking an after meal sweet spot. read more

We were looking for food after touring at FDR and this place fit the request of breakfast at 5. Our waitress was good, came over just enough. The food was fine, nothing too fancy but neither were the prices. The bathroom, on the other hand, was disgusting. There needs to be better care given to that. read more

I don't know of a better diner. Especially a good place to go post-roller skating at the total dive of a rink next door or after catching a movie at either the drive-in or the local art theater down the street. Service isn't fast or perfect, but it's always friendly. Their shakes are THE best, the pies are great, burgers good. Yummy Chocolate Chip pancakes. How can you mess that up, really? Anyway, this place is kitschy 50s diner fun, but in the best possible way. Niki M. mentioned Mel's in Los Angeles which has some resemblance in the menu selection, but this place is so much closer to the true squeaky clean 1950s experience than Mel's in gritty L.A. will ever be. That is, if you like that sort of thing. And in Hyde Park, NY I'm not sure what else you would be looking for, really. The Vanderbilts didn't build that mansion here for the "urban experience", right? ha ha All the Vassar kids used to come here for late nite eats. Also to visit fellow student Penny Lane who worked here. Didn't make up that name, I swear it's true. The huge statue of the guy inside the diner (I think he's holding a burger) reminds me so much of Big Boy I have to giggle. His presence is so menacing towering over all the diners waiting at the hostess stand like that - many of the patrons likely drunk and/or high college kids doesn't help with the fright factor of him watching over you like he does. Eveready has been the venue for many good memories. And I will continue to visit every time I find myself in the area. read more

Four stars, and that's just for the sweet potato fries with the mustard/honey/horseradish like sauce. I don't know how I didn't gain more weight in college after many a late night meal here, that is when we could handle the 20 minute drive up 9. Great breakfast foods as well, burgers, and even dinner plates. Not necessarily the most casual dining as it is definitely a great place to ease someone into the M.O. of east coast diners when the closest thing they've seen is a Mel's Drive In in California. I realize some of the funniest things that have ever happened to me were in this very diner. The crap we must have put the wait staff through... read more

Who isn't a fan of the Eveready Diner? This Diner is a classic and was even featured on the Travel Channel...or was that the Food Network? Whichever it was... It's kinda a BIG deal. I've never had a bad meal...check it out! read more

Super cute little diner! Whole decor is really retro, give off the classic 80's diner vibes. Service was great, you get greeted by a hostess and seated pretty quickly. The waitress was down to earth. Had the classic French toast and oatmeal and both were great. The French toast came with a strawberry butter which was new to me but super good. I asked for strawberries for my oatmeal since it wasn't on the menu, and the waitress's was nice enough to accommodate me. Give this place a try, you won't regret it! read more

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Sadly mediocre food. We ordered an open faced Turkey sandwich which arrived with only 3 sad, thin slices of turkey. A good diner would have piled it up! The french onion soup was also lacking, arriving with just a wad of cheese in the middle. The fruit and granola was all right. The granola was basically a big, chopped up oatmeal cookie but the fruit seemed fresh. You could skip this place and continue to the next town. read more

We enjoy going there for breakfast. Love our two favorite servers, Suzanne and Alex. They go above and beyond. They always make our visit special. They are always super sweet to my kiddo. He can be very picky and they always remember exactly how he likes his french toast. In fact, they know us so well, we never have to place an order, "it's the usual".... read more

Who says, "let's drive 45 minutes out of way into the middle of nowhere to try a pie and pancakes"? Me. After seeing this on tripe-D, I had to check it out during a road trip to New York. It's out of the way since you have to take Albany post road, a bit of a detour from the main highway. Regretfully, the side trip wasn't worth it as the food at Eveready was good, but not "destination worthy" in my books. Arriving at the diner on a Sunday afternoon, the place is a throwback and unfortunately wasn't very clean. Our seats were covered in crumbs, and the utensils weren't clean. We had to get new forks and knives. I ordered the breakfast to get the pancakes and strawberry whipped butter, a French apple pie, and a cinnamon bun to go. The pancakes were good, but the strawberry whipped butter was a nice twist you don't get most places and that's what made the meal enjoyable. The sausages were large so the meal was quite filling. Above average? but destination worthy? On it's own, no. So maybe the pastries could help make this place destination worthy. They supposedly bake everything fresh that day, so I was looking forward to the pies. Being an apple pie pastry nut, I tried the French apple pie, because you can always judge a restaurant by it's pies. It's basically a normal apple pie, plus frosting, walnuts and cranberries sprinkled on top. Sounds delicious, but it was a let down. It was ok, but wasn't anything special and I wouldn't get it again. The cinnamon bun didn't taste fresh either, it was alright, but it was a bit bland and dry. I had high hopes for this place, but was disappointed. It's a good stop if you live in the area, but if you're just passing by, it's not worth the 30-45 minute detour. To Guy F, you've let me down :( read more

A diner is a beautiful thing to have in your own town, especially one with great quality and service as this one! Whenever I get a hankering for a giant slice of pie or a hot chicken pot pie, this is my go-to place. My husband is obsessed with their fluffy pancakes and waffles, and I can't resist the crunchy fries and feel-good platters. The servers are always smiling and the atmosphere is always happy. It's nice to see a neighbor or two(or five)whenever we go, too. This is definitely the local watering hole! read more

This place is flipping wonderful! I had the El Camino Burger and lets just say I'm thinking about getting another to take home. The only reason why I didn't take a picture was because the burger looked so good. Their menu is huge and they offer lots of desserts. Definitely stop by I had a very friendly waiter. read more

Mixed feelings with this place. The decor is engaging and the wait staff is great. On the whole, the food is okay. But I ordered the corned beef hash breakfast. The hash was definitely from a can which is inexcusable. I grew up eating this stuff...either Hormel or Broadcast hash. Eveready, you are supposed to make homemade hash. Unfair. Oh, and my home fries were burnt. read more

the chicken and waffles, that's all. i wanted to personally go in the back and thank everyone who made this meal. 12/10 read more

Eveready Diner - Diners Near Me - Hyde Park, New York

Returned here today for a second time (I don't remember my first visit, as I was a little un-sober - apologies to all concerned). The Eveready is often busy but worth checking out. Some of the dishes are a little steep but the portions are BIG - and the menu is surprisingly varied (there's an impressive selection of salads). I didn't really have my food critic head on, I was too hungry... So; Trattoria chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries = yum. Parmesan chicken salad = also yum. Nice big root beer, too. Staff are quick and helpful; service is reasonably quick even when busy, and you will be damned full when you leave. Although devoid of atmosphere, this is pretty much as classy and as pleasing a diner as you're ever going to find. read more

This is by far the best diner I've ever been to. I've come back several times with friends, despite the fact that it's 20 minutes away from Vassar. I've got two recommendations from their large and well thought out menu: the Santa Barbara club (forgive me if it's the Santa-something else) and the Jitterbug. The SBC is a superb chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado among other goodies between some excellent bread. The Jitterbug (best deal on the menu) is excellent medium rare--it's a tender piece of beef resting on some soft white bread with good mashed potatoes and even some decent veggies. And if you get fries you might want to try their honey mustard with them (I'm a ketchup guy but this better). Now some cons: huge portions (take home half of it, perhaps) and there's always a 10-20 minute wait for dinner on weekends. Get an ice cream sundae at the end, but only if you have a friend to help make it disappear. The prices are higher than your national diner average. Nevertheless, this is another Poughkeepsie area gem. read more

Wow they been around for ever. But back in the day whew they would hit it out of the park with some yummy food. Well now it's the same old boring menu that hasn't been updated in forever. And the food well that is a hit or miss. Sometimes it's ok and sometimes yuk!! And for the prices the food doesn't match up. Also question why when you order a dish and you ask for gluten free bread I have to pay 1.50 more when they are saving money for not using their bread. I mean if you want to charge more for gluten free bread then minus money for not serving your bread. Dam stop being so grubby for a 1.50 for gluten free bread. But anyways I think the brewery is a better option for the money. Please can you update your menu options once and awhile and blah blah on the same old specials. read more

I got the foccacia burger, the house salad with honey mustard and finished my mom's sausage panini with a nice pilsner of stella. i have to say i was impressed for a diner in such a small town. their portions are quite generous and their menu is very extensive. i went kinda late but i would bet that the place is packed throughout the day. if youre ever around this part of ny, stop by, you probably wont regret it. the kind waitress said that their specialty is their bread which is good for me because i got the foccacia burger. so thats something to think about. this place definitely beats denny's. review update on May 21, 2008. what was i thinking comparing this place to denny's? how could i do such a thing? i feel embarassed and i hope eveready forgives me if they get the opportunity. i saw this place on Diners Drive Ins and Dives on the Food Network with that host who's a complete stereotype and thinks he is funny. oh my goodness there was a whole new world behind the kitchen doors of this diner. EVERYTHING IS MADE FROM SCRATCH. EVERYTHING IS MADE PERFECTLY. EVERYTHING CANNOT GO WRONG THERE. IF YOU DIDNT ENJOY YOUR MEAL AT EVEREADY, THEN YOU ARE COMMUNIST. NO QUESTIONS ASKED. I RAISE MY EXTREMELY LOW FOUR STAR RATING TO A WELL DESERVING FIVE STAR RATING. IT IS A SHAME THAT I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA AND CANNOT GO BACK THERE FOR A WHILE. BUT IF I DO GO BACK TO NY, I WILL DEFINITELY TAKE THE TRAINRIDE TO POUGHKEEPSIE AND DRIVE TO THE EVEREADY. read more

First: This is a bit pricier than you'd expect for a diner. That being said, the higher prices are definitely worth it. Pretty much everything we've tried is good. Breakfast is a little tough: there are too many good choices (the bananas foster French toast is good if you've got a sweet tooth, and their eggs benedict is excellent). read more

Nothing special. The decor is superb. It feels homy, and the service is great and awesome. Food, I ordered 1/2 roasted chicken with vegies : meh, doesnt taste that awesome. ordinary. can be better. very oily. the root beer ice cream : GETT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

The black and brown cow (root beer and chocolate syrup topped with vanilla ice cream) is not to be missed. The chilli as s a nice blend of red beans, black beans and corn with a healthy amount of ground beef. It was a little more liquidity than I prefer. They need to cut back on the salt in the chilli as well. We went late after a movie so maybe it is less salty earlier in the day. The combo sampler appetizer plate was enough for a table to share. The fried cheese sticks look fresh not the re cooked frozen you find most places now. The onion rings were a tad oily but freshly made as well. Overall I would go back and try more. The few flaws could be attributed to the late hour. read more

Good place for a good simple meal. I've been here a few times a year apart and they remain consistent in their service and their food.

I can honestly say I have never had a bad experience at eveready. Other then getting punched in the face by the stuffed animal bear ( not 100% it was a bear nor am I 100% it was even an animal) while sitting down to take a picture with it. BUT that was totally my fault. Amazing food! And a very friendly staff! read more

I ate there the night before last and I really had a great time. The atmosphere is nice, the staff is on top of things, and the prices are pretty good considering the quality you're getting. I got the BBQ pork ribs, and I felt very content with my meal. The soup that came with it was flavorful, the corn was cooked properly, and I really loved their BBQ sauce. I was in a hurry so I stuffed the baked potato into a box and took it home, and a few hours later it was still kind of warm and tasted good. I will definitely be back. read more

Good food and atmosphere. Always busy! Close to the FDR historic site. read more

Eveready Diner - Diners Near Me - Hyde Park, New York

A little big expensive. Food not bad. Beautiful waitstaff there, both men and women. Do not like the beef stew, but definitely try Pink Angel (for $19). Gyros are pretty good there. read more

Love this place, i always stop by here when in the area. Food is good, service is good and love there deserts.

Too busy to have a great lunch. Waited 30 min to get order placed then 20 min to have it ready.. Extremely under staffed. Had to box my lunch to go without taken a bite of my so-so chicken sandwich. Just plan to get there when they open so you will be tended without any hiccups. read more

A retro-style diner which has great shakes and sandwiches. I had one of their specials the other night, the braised beef, and it was the perfect comfort food. This isn't my favorite diner in the area for breakfast food, but it is far from the worst. I'd rather visit for lunch and dinner. Service is good. It is a bit odd that they go to so much effort to make the place feel retro with the art-deco styling and then they have TVs mounted all over the place. read more

What can I say? It's the Eveready. Great diner food, good scene, almost always open, and friendly staff, even at one in the morning. Not haute cuisine, for sure, but everything you would expect a diner to be and more. Have spent more than one occasion there, and would be back many more times. Also, killer chocolate milkshakes... read more

Fairly extensive menu but what they are known for is good homestyle comfort foods. Try the meat specials or excellent skirt steak, but be prepared for a huge entree. My friend ordered the beef brisket special and both of our meals were at least 2 plus sizes, so expect to doggy bag a full meal home. My recommendation , don't fill up on appetizers otherwise you won't finish the entree. Only two disappointments--salad that comes with entree was boring--iceberg lettuce and 2 cherry tomatoes with piece of raw brocolli, and there was a fruit fly surfing on the lemon wedge in my martini. read more

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Have been going for over 20 years and had my first bad experience. Was seated and after 20 minutes of being ignored we left. 3 different servers made a point of ignoring us. Will be a while before we go back. read more

Prior to a visit to Hyde Park I'd never heard of Eveready. The hotel gave me a list and said it was close. Ok, close is good. I was greeted fast and courteously. Seated immediately too. Nothing to complain at all about the service. Next to the food. Ordered a special, Mama's Roast, with a garden salad. Salad arrived fast. FRESH! Probably the most fresh, simple iceberg salad I've had in a restaurant. Not too large, not too small, crisp and fresh. Great here. Entree came next. Large portion of beautiful roast, mashed potatoes and julienne cut squash. Nicely presented in a comfy looking way with pan drippings. As for flavor, this is was one of the best "pot roast" dinners I've ever had. I have cooked and eaten a lot of gourmet and foodie pot roasts but this one beat any of them, even my own. Great quality meat, perfect buttery mashed potatoes. Whipped but with texture, and al dente squash. Pan juices were the perfect compliment too. Just enough to give flavor and moisten if wanted but not a soupy mess as is often the case. After service was fast and courteous as well. All in all, with a beer and tip the bill was about $25. Very much worth it!. Given my experience I would definitely recommend the Eveready Diner. Great food, great service, good value, clean establishment and fantastic, vintage diner motif. Thank you ED. read more

Awesome decor with lots of classic Art Deco diner detailing. Had a very tasty chicken salad sandwich, and our waitress went out of her way to accommodate a special request. read more

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Very nice I love the unique feel of the traditional American diner and courteous staff read more

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This used to be a fine Diner. Now it is just a tourist trap. The coffee sucks, the food is marginally overpriced, and tonight I had a burger that was cooked sometime recently, but not before it hit my table. I told the manager, he denied my claim so I picked up the burger squished it in my hand and handed it to him. I asked him if it was hot. He said no I asked him if it was warm he said no. If he had apologized he would have continued my business. But alas. However the wait service have always been polite and helpful and very friendly. So go there if you want good service and crappy food. read more

When I'm away from the area I miss diners. But I always miss the Eveready Diner the most. The meal portions are large, enough to eat now and be full and have left overs and be full again! The milkshakes are the best in the area. I've had many different items from the menu and all have been better than expected. read more

I have ordered multiple to-go orders at this place and is 9 times out of 10 a fail! Dining in is also no better, food quality is poor. Over priced, the only good thing here is their chocolate malt milkshakes. The staff are dressed well and are friendly but a below average diner overall. There are many Diners in the area that are way better. read more

Disgusting. I saw an employee use the bathroom and walked out without washing his hands I told the manager, his words; ohh, he is done for the day!... really.... and that makes a difference? yerk. The chairs and floors are truly nasty, dirt and with old food everywhere. they need to clean the place ASAP. Unstable chairs and tables too, what is wrong with these people? I had to take napkins and try to balance the table. The food is below average so is the service. I took one bite and that was enough for me. They believe that if they have​ enough pretty girls as servers people would not notice their crappy food and disgusting place. read more

Bad. Really Really bad. Should have taken a picture. French toast Monte Cristo was on seeded bread that hadn't been soaked in egg but just barely brushed. 1 slice cheese 1 slice ham on top. Bad. Gyro was pathetic Onion rings soggy. Super cute waitresses tho. read more