Miner's Diner

3.4 (888 reviews)

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Open • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Catherine C.

This place is usually okay for lunch, but we came here for breakfast as it was one of two restaurants in the main area open early other than for pie. I think I'll stick to lunch here, the breakfast was pretty sad. The servers were nice and it was impressive that the lady who brought over our plates was able to carry 5 plates in one go with these super long nails. Our orders came out a little wrong, but they were kind enough just to bring out whatever was missing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is very small town Americana, with a toy train going through the back upper wall, reminiscent of Mr Rogers Land of Make Believe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is chill, but don't expect an exciting breakfast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Felina V.

Have you truly experienced Julian if you haven't been to Miner's Diner? Whether you start your day here with a classic breakfast or pop in during your explorations for an afternoon malt, I can assure you, you won't be disappointed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone is always very friendly, and there are endless antiques to ogle while you enjoy your meal or snack, which really make up the entirety of the ambiance here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Don't forgot to pop down to the candy mine while you're there!

Caroline P.

Went to Julian for a day trip and was instantly transported into my childhood. We saw the sign for this diner and soda bar from across the way and added it to our itinerary for the day. I knew it would be good when I walked in and saw the train going around the top of the restaurant. We sat at the bar and ordered an oldschool root beer float. It was everything and more. The bartender was a local and told us all about the town. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was quick, and the ambiance was exactly what we were looking for.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a really cool candy cave down the stairs with a bunch of old candy brands we hadn't seen in years-- totally nostalgic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot for kids or just a quick diner![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Wendy B.

Ruben and French dip sandwiches were delicious. Perfect serving. The onion rings were a little heavy on the batter but crispy and flavorful. The fries were perfectly cooked. The service was great, quick and friendly.

Angela D.

Upon entering, the hostess was absolutely sweet and attentive. A small party formed in front of us, unsure of what to do so she politely gave them their time to decide while acting quickly to help us get seated. She mentions a spot by the window, and I'm ecstatic (I love a good view.) The hostess even complimented my rings. Overall, great first impression! After spending a minute on the menu, our server arrives, no smile and not even a hi. She starts with a, "have you decided what to order?" We came in an hour before closing, I'm reasonable here. I know what it's like to be at the end of your shift so I wasn't really expecting much here. I responded with, "[I think we need another minute.]" She immediately leaves and doesn't ask about drinks. Strange, every restaurant I've been to always offers water at the start, but hey, there's a first for everything. It takes a good while to get noticed by our server again. By the time it got to ordering, no small talk from her, just straight to the point and all was very cold. You could tell she didn't want to be there or didn't want to attend us. I try not to assume things, but noticing how nice she was to other tables except us was off putting to say the least :( Another server came by with our shakes and was incredibly sweet! She explained everything then left on a good note of complimenting my outfit :') once we received our food, there was a noticeable difference in portions. I received a good amount of fries while my boyfriend barely received much. To make things worse, some of his fries were frozen :( the burger ordered was delicious though so we didn't want to make any issue of an already unfortunate situation. I will say this though, the food was very overpriced for what it was. Expect to pay $5-$7 more than necessary. When it came to payment, I needed a box and the server immediately comes by to drop the check, never once asking how the food was or if we needed anything more. I found her disassociating in the corner, simply avoiding too. The experience was pretty awkward honestly. Not to mention the food took a while to come out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was clean and some workers did an incredible job hence the 3 stars[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], but if you're Mexican, be cautious of the server with long black hair pulled into a ponytail and dark makeup. Safe to say, good for a one time experience, but I don't feel comfortable coming back.

Christian K.

For Mother's Day, we went to Julian for some apple pie but wanted to get some breakfast prior. I first wanted to start off by saying that [[HIGHLIGHT]]the inside of the restaurant was absolutely adorable and loved the true "miners" theme that they had going on. Above they had some toy trains moving around, I thought that was the coolest thing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was okay, I forgot her name but our server was quite attentive and helpful. However, for the most part for how busy it was it seemed lacking. Especially, they stated that they had this "transitional period" where they need 15-20 min from breakfast to prepare to start serving lunch. A family of 8, with multiple Mother's had left because they weren't going to get served. To me personally, the food flavoring was unfortunately was quite bland. In specifics, the gravy was watered down and you can tell it was just warmed up from a can and served. Overall, I don't think I will be back to get their breakfast.

Joanne J.

We came for an ice cream on a very hot day. Very cute and rustic on the iznside. Ice cream was delicious. Zz There is a candy mine below the restaurant that kids will love. There are inside and outside bathrooms, inline with the rustic vibe of the store.

Martha M.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool little diner that fits the whole gold mining history in Julian.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They've got a simulated "mine" downstairs that makes noises, maybe a tiny bit "cheesy" (I adore cheesy elements) but definitely fun to check out especially the little ones.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a tiny choo-choo train that goes around above you, and a big rustic wooden bear by the cashier area that pretty much screams "tourist photo."[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Didn't get a chance to try the food yet, but the whole old mining vibe makes it a fun stop if you're venture out there and are walking around the town.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Jessilyn C.

I can't believe I forgot to post my review! Glad people are liking the photos I posted. It totally reminded to post my review. First as we were walking by we saw the huge truck delivering vats of thrifty ice cream. So that's why we walked in. We all love thriftys and we no longer have any where we live. We loved all the sundaes and shakes we ordered. Service was great we loved our gal helping us at the counter. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Only reason I didn't give five star was because a couple of the gals watched a young man cleaning with a dirty rag, and wiping some of the glasses with the rag.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They were watching closely making sure our server didn't use the same glasses for Our sundaes. But it was okay because we all asked to have ours in to go cups. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place has that old timey feel to it. Like a 50s soda shop[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Not sure we will be back because we all like in different stars and did a girls getaway. But it sure was a cute town. Not sure how the food was like since we only had the ice cream. But make sure to check out this place if you're visiting Julian.

Kyra M.

Great restaurant for all ages. So much decorations, best vintage soda and ice cream shop. We went for lunch and the Food is great. Mainly diner food with burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, great fries and onion rings. Great kids menu. For a tourist area the food was very reasonably priced. Wait staff was so friendly and helpful!

Oscar Daniel R.

Came here during the busiest time of the year! Definitely anticipate an over hour wait but totally worth it! I loved every bite of the tri tip dip sandwich. It was absolutely perfect. Service was kind and attentive. I will continue to return. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was so casual and great for groups/parties.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Pastrami sandwich with chili cheese fries! Oh yea....its about to go down!

Chris G.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The Miner's Diner is a typical diner experience times 100!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And it has a little something to appease everyone in your dinner party (or breakie or lunch).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the massive portions dished out, to the mini train set (and other toys), buzzing around the dining area, eating at the Miners Diner in Julian, CA is much more than just grabbing a bite to eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is an entertainment experience for all![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu consists of typical diner fare from huge, juicy burgers that you can create to your liking with all the fixins, to standard fare such as roast beef. They also have a vegetarian side with the assortment of massive salads. Leave room for dessert because the MD has a huge selection of different ice cream flavors with which you can create a banana split, a sundae or just a single scoop cone! But that's not all on the "sweets" menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When everyone has finished eating, or if you are waiting for your home cooked meal, and the little ones are getting restless....let them he up and "discover" the on site "mine shaft" that descends all the deep and dark cavern....just kidding. It is fully lit and only 3-4 steps down into a room full of candy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. What's cool is the nostalgia of the candy choices. I'm 53 and a lot of the selection boasts candy I haven't seen since I was 8 years old! They even had candy cigarettes! Which I had no idea was even legal or allowable??? But they are and along with jawbreakers, ABBAzabba and many others, you'll find something to your liking. Probably the pop rocks! Ya you remember those!!!

Stephanie C.

This was a great find! We knew we were hungry and this place didn't disappoint! My daughter started with the phosphate cola. I didn't really notice a difference to regular, except less carbonation. But on to the burgers!! My daughter got the Memphis burger which is a pulled pork with a kick of sweet heat. That sweet heat complimented that burger well! I got the slaughterhouse and I loved it! I mostly tasted the chopped bacon. The fries were nice and crispy, but the onion rings were spot on! The whole restaurant was decorated with old toys and memorabilia. They even had a candy cave downstairs that you can purchase the candy per pound! Look up while you take in your surroundings, there's a train running through the whole restaurant!

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First stop in Julian to miss the crowds! Motorcycle ride destination, FOOD! LOL This review is for breakfast here. We got here about 9:30 am on a Saturday and the place was already filled. Luckily we were seated right away we were getting hangry. Parking is meh, its Julian. A little walk and you can find parking anywhere. We were on a bike so it was right in front. The place is decorated very fun. It is an old timey soda shop diner and has all the décor to go with it. Very tight space inside, dont expect lots of leg room. Customer service is awesome. Very helpful even with the super busyness. Friendly and the orders seem to always come out correctly and fairly quickly. The food is good. This visit we ordered pancakes and a "Shaft Sandwich". Very provocative sandwich. The entire sandwich was good! big thick bacon and perfectly toasted sourdough. The hashbrowns were too thin and crunchy for my taste. They were more like french fries than hash browns. Pancakes were huge and delicious. An overall great breakfast experience. Get there early! read more

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Gerlie O.

6 months ago

Poor seevice we waited 40 min and when they called us I asked the hostess for a booth. She gave us a table no booth. When I asked if we can wait for a booth she said she would have to put us back in line because there are other people waiting. I told her we are just going to stand and wait then. That's when read more

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Marcie M.

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Service was excellent. Very friendly staff. Kitschy dinner atmosphere. Food was good. The patty melt, however, it was a little bland. Chili cheese fries were good. My boys had the sriracha burgers. They said they were delicious and very lean. First time in Julian. Very welcoming. Cold and rainy!! read more

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Jessie A.

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2 years ago

So glad we came in here. Christine, was a doll. Such great service. Food came out great and quick. Get the hot apple cider. Make sure to check out the other side and get yourself an ice cream or a float. Truly a one of a kind place read more

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Leila B.

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1 year ago

We visited Miner Diner yesterday, and unfortunately, the service was terrible. Our waitress, Alissa ( I might be mistaken) was rude from the start--answering our questions loudly and dismissively, making it clear she was annoyed. She forgot my hot apple cider, and when I reminded her, she just said they were backed up. When she finally brought it, it was no longer hot. The diner itself is cute, and the food wasn't bad, but her attitude completely ruined the experience. Bad service can ruin your day, and I definitely won't be coming back. I'll also be telling my friends to stay away from this place. If you don't like your job, it really shows--and it affects paying customers. read more

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Tanya S.

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2 years ago

So much more than just a restaurant... they have a soda fountain and a candy mine! We went with 20 + of our friends and everyone loved it. The food was average to good but the desserts were awesome! If you're in Julian, CA stop in, there's something for everyone. read more

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Gabriel S.

8 months ago

Just had a slaughterhouse burger and my wife had the bacon burger. It's got to be one of the worst burgers we've ever had. I think the meat was bought pre cooked frozen then put on a skillet with very old oil burnt and heavily over cooked. It was sh.....t. the fries were decent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a shame such cool town such a nice opportunity which was turned into feed and dump.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And the balls to charge a processing fee. Wow. read more

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Meilani I.

8 months ago

We came here with a group of nine, and the experience started off on the wrong foot. The host, a red headed boy, sat us at a table meant for six people and said he would bring two extra chairs, but never did. On top of that, he made an unprofessional comment right in front of my aunt, saying "well they said 8, all of a sudden it's 9" because he assumed she wasn't with our group. We also asked politely if it was possible to combine the table next to us so we could all sit together, and he refused, saying "I can only sit two people at the bar and the rest of you sitting at this table." Overall, his attitude was unnecessarily rude and dismissive, which really soured the start of our visit. The only reason this isn't a one-star review is because our waitress, Krista, was amazing. She went out of her way to accommodate us, helped move us to a booth and the 6-person table so everyone had space, and was incredibly kind and attentive the entire time. She honestly saved the experience. If management sees this, please give Krista the recognition she deserves, and maybe have a conversation with your front staff about professionalism and basic courtesy. read more

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Nate S.

1 year ago

Pretty ok burgers, lots of exotic soda options and gets packed on weekends. It feels like you stepped back time to the 1920s, gives off a very vintage feel. read more

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Sarai Z.

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They have the cutest train going around the whole dinner, which is amazing to watch! The food is great! Always check the daily specials, they are written on a chalkboard. Service was great, it gave me the small town feeling. The waitress was super personable and friendly. Ambiance was excellent. read more

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Miguel I.

2 years ago

Small town diner, staff are great really friendly and happy to carry a conversation with customers. Food was decent, nothing that made it stand out. Was a bit disappointed with hash browns patties they seemed undercooked . The center of the patty was cold . read more

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Mr. E.

1 year ago

Food was so-so. Service was "okay", but the aesthetic of the diner is what made it a nice drop in. Im sure the review would change if I try other things but going off a base item (Miner's Burger) it was pretty much a 3/10. No subs is kinda a closed door on patron's with celiac disease, and they seem to have staff members who aren't the friendliest. Not going to assume anything though. Will say its one of the few resturants that made me somewhat regret a tip. read more

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Ange M.

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We came here after walking around Julian. The old fashioned interior is pretty cute. I was told that the bison burger is a must try so I ordered it. When I bit into the burger I noticed it was really dry. It wasn't juicy at all. I've ate bison a few times and I didn't remember it being that dry. I'd definitely skip that burger next time. read more

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Mario R.

2 years ago

We usually ride over 150 miles to get pastrami sandwiches from Miners. Something has changed. Pastrami is just like any other place . Before it was really tasty and the cheese was melted through the meat. You could pick what bread you wanted. Now , no changes to the order. Shame... Like I said , it was THE BEST now ... middle of the road. read more

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Katie G.

2 years ago

Great service, awesome ice cream and overall good vibe inside the restaurant. Will definitely be back. Also, be sure to check out the local shops all around the diner. Great experience! read more

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Michael V.

2 years ago

Stoped by for a mini day trip in the town! Turns out I gotta come back now, I went on a day they were short staff, the employees were stressed but they worked out and were so nice! It felt like home, or should I say like a good ol fashion diner! I had there apple cider and was told it comes in every morning. Fell in love with it! It was so delicious! I can't wait to come back and get more! It's hard to find old fashioned diners like this one! read more

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Jason I.

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2 years ago

The service was amazing, Great job ladies! We had the banner queen sandwich and the grilled cheese with fries. Hit the spot. The soda was pretty dang tasty as well. I would come back here for sure. Cool little candy shop downstairs. read more

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Jenny M.

2 years ago

Glad we found this breakfast spot before we left this charming town. My daughter amused by the real train running through the whole restaurant. Fast service, good food and friendly servers that make you feel welcome. read more

Miner's Diner - Fun breakfast spot with a train going through the whole restaurant. Good food and nice servers that make you feel welcome and at home. - American Near Me - Julian, California

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Annette M.

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2 years ago

Friendly staff and very cute decor. They serve old style milkshakes and have a 1950s soda fountain bar area. So the ambiance is really nice. The food is okay - fairly standard diner food. They stop serving breakfast at 1030 sharp which doesn't appear to be advertised anywhere. We had to wait a while to get in, so when we were seated at 1030 we were surprised to be left with lunch menus. 1030 seems really early on a Saturday for lunch and we just wish we'd known. We would have chosen a different location or tried harder to get in earlier. Service is also incredibly slow so expect a long wait for food. Our server also disappeared about 15 minutes after we were seated, so never had a chance to get utensils, a coffee top up or anything. read more

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Marsha J.

10 months ago

We decided to check the town of Julian out today; still new to the area, stopped here for lunch. Town was very crowded, wanted to get a table, but were told it was a 25 minute wait. We requested a seat at the bar, immediately noticing several empty tables/booths, all around us. Bar was very noisy, cold air blowing on us from the fan above. Ordered two cheeseburgers, two iced teas. Waited through front door opening and closing with people hovering over us before we finally got our food. During our stay, we asked one person to turn down the fan, said she couldn't because it was attached to the light. Also, asked for one of the empty tables, were told that we weren't on the wait list. The burgers were small, overcooked, meat was mediocre at best. At this point, we both were so claustrophobic, we crammed our food down our throats, drank our tea and received our bill of $47!!! We've had much better service and food for half the price; won't be going back... read more

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Frank P.

1 year ago

Was too busy never really got to experience anything. Line was forever and the timed reservation were shut down for the day:

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I love it here.....a real soda fountain bar. Good basic menu and good food and service. And a train cruising around mid wall. I had their basic cheeseburger today and it was great. They batter dip their French fries....wish they wouldn't. But they are still good. Ambiance is worth the price of admission...the good food is just a big plus. Service is also very good. Im here on a Monday so it's not that busy...things might change when they get slammed on the weekends but right now it's great. read more

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Jennifer S.

1 year ago

Our first time in Julian and decided to stop in to Miner's on this super windy, January day. We didn't make it in time for breakfast, but decided to order early lunch instead. We got the Memphis burger (sub bison patty) w/ fries, pastrami sandwich w/ onion rings, and sarsaparilla & root beer from the soda fountain. Everything was deeeeeeeeliscious! Grace was superb- friendly, attentive and even recommended some things to do while in town. The train that runs around the entire restaurant overhead is super cool; not to mention all the memorabilia on the walls. Don't forget to check out the ol' time candy cave! We were too hungry to post pics, so you just gotta go taste for yourself! read more

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Meesh M.

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Had a blt with turkey on fresh sour dough with avocado and it was good made with super fresh ingredients..needed extra mayo for sammie. Red potato dill salad Apple pie and hot cider was delicious! Christine was our server and she was very friendly kind & helpful! read more

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Dennis K.

11 months ago

Superior customer service, amazing food, very cool atmosphere. Pamela was just the best as our server, really made our day with her great personality and attentiveness. Entire staff was on point for such a busy day which I assume is every weekend. Well run establishment that will not disappoint. 10/10 recommendation. read more

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J K.

1 year ago

Had a wonderful time at miner's diner. Food was good but service was amazing. They accommodated our party of 8 & our waitress, charlotte, was sweet and attentive to all of us including my 3 year old toddler. There was a rude customer making rude remarks towards the service even when it got busier and charlotte was the only one serving for a while but she still kept a smile on her face. Charlotte, you did an amazing job and we'd come back just for you! read more

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Karen W.

11 months ago

Went for breakfast. Staff was helpful. The food was not good. Everything was extremely greasy from the food to the plates to the salt and pepper shakers. The food was not hot, the bacon was old and chewy and the home fries over cooked. Tasted like the food was from yesterday and then slight heated. Won't be going there again. read more

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Junior M.

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2 years ago

Let me start by saying it was New Year's Day when we visited. It was close to a 2 hr wait and kept getting false time estimates. The service was not great at all and seemed like they are tired of the tourists. The food was ok nothing to be remembered at all. The atmosphere was actually very nice and pleasant. If you're in Julian I would try out a couple other restaurants before deciding On the diner but it wasn't the worst place I've ever been to. read more

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Jeff M.

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Stopped by for breakfast prior to doing the annual Sip of Julian. Ok, up front... what a neat place. This is an incredible slice of America with some really cool decor. The front bar is an old-time soda fountain. There is ample seating in two separate rooms. The decor is all the old stuff you remember as a kid... glass soda bottles, old toys and games, metal signs, etc... An old toy train runs along near the ceiling. A nice touch is the gold mine, repleat with mining sounds and rumblings. Unfortunately, I did not strike it rich with gold, but some kid and a dentist will make out like a bandit with all of the candy in the mine. The service was excellent. Staff were friendly and prompt. The food was good, but average for breakfast. Worth the visit. read more

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Mimi S.

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Great breakfast! Cute decor. Fun candy shop down below! Hot chocolate! Big pancakes! Hot cider. read more

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Dickie B.

11 months ago

Better customer service. Be a little flexable. Open table but since we ordered at the bar we were told we could not move to the open table because it confuses the kitchen. We didn't order food, just some fountain drinks. Totally bad experience. Won't be back. read more

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Robert S.

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4 years ago

Great malts! Not only does it come in a glass with whipped cream but the extra in the mixer was twice as large as the glass, definitely enough for two more people. The miner burger was very tasty and juicy, loved the miners sauce. I also upgraded to the chili fries. We also ordered the slaughterhouse burger...just ok but it needed for sauce and maybe more mushrooms. Coleslaw was tasty especially with dill. Service was good but only to take and deliver our order...no refill of water or checking how our meal was. Here's the kicker though! Ok, after reading some of the reviews about some racist behavior from the host, we decided to check it out myself. Why? Because there aren't a lot of choices for dining in Julian that have a soda fountain and I love malts. Anyways, no issues being sat down although we were put in a side room that was full of non-whites except for one couple. Glad to see that at least during the day there were no issues with the host. read more

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KEVIN O.

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1 year ago

Just recently had their pastrami sandwich. I put it right up there with KATZ (name dropping) Tasty the bread was soft. Now the good part The server from Idaho, was GREAT refills were endlessthank you!!! read more

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Nicholas N.

2 years ago

Stopped here to get some lunch on our visit to Julian. . The decor is super awesome and the train and sound effects in the candy mine are cool. . The staff is A+ amazing! Stellar service and the employees are just great people. The hospitality is just amazing. . . Not to mention the slaughterhouse burger was delicious !!! read more

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Andrew K.

2 years ago

I have had a lot of onion rings in my day, but the ones here were the hands down best I've ever had. Fries were amazing. Soda fountain was on point and the "Candy Mine" was very well done. This place got everything right. Kids loved it, would give more stars if I could. Also great and fast service!! read more

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Fernando P.

1 year ago

Service was terrible,waiters are rude We've been coming for the last 12 years and this is the first time we got this treatment We love the place and the food is great but this time the waiters were really rude read more

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3 years ago

Service was good. Friendly staff and very attentive. Be prepared for long wait especially weekends, but you can register and walk around for a text when your table is ready. Interior was cool. Lots of nostalgic decors. They even have a soda bar with different flavors of sodas. That was a treat for us. The shake was good. They give plenty! Even out the extra in another cup. The food was okay though. Just okay. We ordered the pastrami, that was okay. Onion rings was regular. Chili was just okay too. The only thing that made our meal great was the apple pie we got after at Julian's. Parking was horrible, be prepared to drive around, wait or park far. read more

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Anne C.

1 year ago

Fabulous food and wonderful atmosphere! Milkshakes were outstanding. Great vintage candy shop.

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Colton V.

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3 years ago

Miner's Diner is a good place to get lunch or dinner in Julian. It has cool old diner vibe inside. They have an old style soda bar (not exactly sure what thats means) and we got a Phosphate from it with Sarsaparilla and Vanilla flavor to it which tasted like a less carbonated Vanilla Root Beer. I had the Bison burger and my girlfriend had the Chili Fries which we both liked a lot. Bo complaints about the service too. read more

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Dylan R.

1 year ago

Alyssa was the rudest waitress I've ever encountered. Charming place but she did a remarkable job of over coming the charm with her rude and short answers. If I had a stake in the restaurant I would have fired her on the spot. read more

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2134 Main St
Julian, CA 92036
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(760) 765-3753
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http://www.minersdinerjulian.com

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Hours

What time does Miner's Diner open?

Miner's Diner opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.Miner's Diner opens at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What time does Miner's Diner close?

Miner's Diner closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Miner's Diner closes at 6:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMTue-Thu 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMFri-Sat 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Miner's Diner take credit cards?

Yes, Miner's Diner takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Miner's Diner have catering options?

No, Miner's Diner does not have catering options.

Does Miner's Diner have a happy hour?

No, Miner's Diner does not have a happy hour.

Does Miner's Diner serve alcohol?

No, Miner's Diner does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Miner's Diner allow dogs?

No, Miner's Diner does not allow dogs.

Does Miner's Diner have TVs?

No, Miner's Diner does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Miner's Diner have bike parking?

No, Miner's Diner does not have bike parking.

Does Miner's Diner have outdoor seating?

Yes, Miner's Diner has outdoor seating options.

Does Miner's Diner have parking?

Yes, Miner's Diner has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Miner's Diner wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Miner's Diner is wheelchair accessible.

Does Miner's Diner have free WiFi?

No, Miner's Diner does not have free WiFi.

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Olde Fashioned Phosphate Soda Pop Milk Shakes made the Olde Fashioned Way Burgers & Fries

History

Established in 1995.

An old time 50's diner located in the first brick building built in 1886 in the Historic town of Julian, CA. The building was originally a General Mercantile Store. In 1995 it was renovated and Miner's Diner and the Candy Mine opened.

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The food served was delicious, adorable and fun to eat. We enjoyed trying the different tea flavors…read moregreatly. We sat on the patio and it was very nice and relaxing. Service was great too. My husband and I both enjoyed ourselves.

A cute, cozy, tea shop with that old-fashioned feel. We smelled the fresh baked cookies from the…read morekitchen - a treat indeed!! We stopped in to look exploring the entire shop, and found a lot of quaint treasures! Went upstairs into the attic area of the teashop which contained a room of entire housewares as well as kitchen, tea linens, aprons, and a room that had lovely hats & gloves. The ladies in the shop were warm and kind, answered questions, and made us feel welcome even though we weren't doing the full tea service Great spot to browse if you're walking around Julian.

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Purple Owl Cafe

We searched Yelp for a café in Julian, and it led us to this charming restaurant. We ended up…read morehaving such a wonderful dining experience in this quaint little town. My sister loved her entrée so much that she wants to come back for her birthday and order the exact same thing, the savory crepes. Everything was served hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The coffee was especially delicious, and I'll definitely be ordering a cup on our next visit. The meal gave us plenty of energy to stroll through town afterward and enjoy the shops. It was the perfect combination of great food, a cozy atmosphere, and a relaxing day in Julian.

First time here and I'm gonna chalk this up to being a holiday weekend (4th of July) and them being…read moreunderstaffed. But everything, literally EVERYTHING was undercooked. It took forever to get our food so I'm assuming they were going as fast as they could, and cutting corners where they had to just to get it out quickly because the place was packed with other 4th of July tourists. But the breakfast potatoes were practically raw, the crepe was gummy, just all around terrible. It was also way too expensive for the quantity and quality. Again, I'm trying to give the benefit of the doubt and assume that normally they are a better restaurant. Just avoid this place on holidays like the plague. Between the price, the wait, and the food quality, of the worst dining experiences in recent memory

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Julian Pie Company

Must visit! When you visit Julian, you definitely need to make this your first or last stop! Julian…read morePie Company has so many different things to offer, you will definitely find something you absolutely need! We already got our pie fix at Mom's, but made this our last stop before heading out. It was so cold out, a super chilly day, there's nothing more perfect than to grab a hot cup of steaming Apple Cider! It hit the spot! I couldn't stop just standing there sipping my hot cider while waiting for our to go items to be prepared. We got two apple cider donuts, one cinnamon sugar and one chocolate dipped. Long ago, I tried these tiny heart shaped pie crust cookies covered in cinnamon and sugar - Apple Memories! These are crisp tiny bites of love that you want to take home every single time! There are actually two buildings. One where you can grab a bite to eat, the other has all the merchandise, and both have whole frozen pies to grab to go! The building where you can dine has a small inside dining area, it can get cozy in there, but on a chilly day, that is exactly what you want! Just outside there is plenty of room outdoors to enjoy the scenery. In the merchandise building I couldn't help myself... we took home a whole gallon of apple cider, and also bought a jar of Cinnamon Apple Honey Spread and a jar of Apple butter... absolute yum! The hubs also decided to try the apple cinnamon chapstick! Yes, you can grab one of these famous pies at many different establishments throughout San Diego. To make name a few, Iowa Farms, Spring Valley Market, Siesel's and even at Vons! But if you're in Julian, don't forget to try a pie, grab some Apple Memories, and don't forget to bring a hot thermos to take that hot Apple cider to go! Enjoy!!! Simply the Best! Series: 14 2026: 25

Place is rather very small inside. Probably at least 10-12 seats, very very small booth spaces…read more Tons of seating outdoors, which is great when it's not cold. Had the Dutch Apple pie, because I wanted something sweeter. It was very good, and served slightly warm. The crumbles on top added the bit of crunch with the soft gooeyness of the apple pie filling, The small scoop of ice cream covered it all, but I had to scoop the ice cream off to eat the pie.

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Caramel Dutch apple pie with cinnamon ice cream

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Peach apple, caramel apple pie, topped with whipped cream! Vanilla and spice ice cream on the side!

Julian Pit Stop

4.8

(61 reviews)

1.6 mi

I didn't want to wait 45 minutes for breakfast at the Cafe in town. A mile down the road I found…read moreJulian Pit Stop. The ambiance was ready for Lightning McQueen. I had the hillbilly scramble, it was awesome and filling. It will be my "pit stop" next time I'm in town. Also the music was great.

Stopped in today to get lunch for me and my elderly parents . Staff was professional and polite…read morethey made you feel welcome. Ask what theories was. Witch was a Ruben sandwich Philly cheese steak and a Hot dog comb chips and drink. The pit stop is a amazing little spot to eat at. Clean professional and the staff go above and beyond. I highly recommend and will be back. 5 stars

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Everything Bagels... choose your gourmet cream cheese !

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The Baily House

3.4

(11 reviews)

0.1 mi

This Coffee shop is located off the main downtown road. There is parking located in the front and…read morealong the road. It gets packed quickly! Initial thoughts entering is eclectic, charming, and homey. They offer a variety of pasties, snacks, and local goodies. We got a variety of drinks and everything was good. It is one single barista so we had to wait a few minutes to receive all our drinks, but worth it. Service was attentive and i would definitely go back.

This little shop is very homey and welcoming. The decor here was arranged with love- it looks like…read morea Grandma's kitchen/living room. There are old school appliances on display (see photos), and floor to ceiling options for local jams, hot sauces, syrups, and more. If you have a sweet tooth, they have lots of fresh made pastries. There are also many cozy seating options indoors and outdoors. They have a full espresso menu here, along options for black coffee, tea, caramel cider, and hot chocolate. The barista was very friendly and allowed us to sample their cider before we decided if we wanted to order it or not. The cider was nice and sweet, but we opted not to order it this time. Instead, I ordered a hot caramel macchiato, but did not enjoy it because it was quite bitter. Usually when I order a caramel macchiato, it is milky and sweet. My partner ordered a basic black coffee and said it was burnt and very foamy.

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Julian Cafe

My wife and I stopped here for dinner upon arrival in Julian. It was too soon to check into the…read morehotel. This was on a Sunday and the wait was over half an hour. We arrived in time for the lunch menu but had to wait until after the lunch menu had expired. The girl who seated us arranged for an exception to be made in our case and we could order off the lunch menu. Thank you. The food was good but not exceptional. The portions,even on the lunch menu were large. Price was high but not exceptionally so for Julian. Five stars for special treatment!

UPDATED: Thank you for your response and for apologizing. I do appreciate that you removed my meal…read morefrom the bill. That said, I do want to clarify that, from what I observed, we were not the last table to be seated. I understand it was a busy Fourth of July, and I know everyone can make mistakes. My disappointment wasn't because of the wait alone--it was because my order was incorrect multiple times, and I was eventually asked again what I had ordered even though it was just biscuits and gravy. By the time my food finally arrived, the experience had already been affected. I don't expect perfection, especially on a busy holiday. I simply shared my honest experience and hope it helps improve service for future guests. -------------------- We ordered our food and my friend received her meal, but my order of biscuits and gravy didn't come out correctly. The server acknowledged the mistake, saying it was her fault and that she would get it fixed right away. Unfortunately, the wrong order was brought out, and the staff had to come back and ask what I had originally ordered. It was a simple order--just biscuits and gravy--so it was frustrating that it was difficult to get right. When the correct food finally arrived, the experience had already been delayed and a bit discouraging. At that point, I was honestly just over it, especially when I was asked if I wanted a box, as if we were finished. Overall, the food was fine once it arrived, but the service experience that day was disorganized and left a negative impression.

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Bailey House Coffee Parlor

3.8

(5 reviews)

0.1 mi

Historic home turned coffee house with charming decor and delicious coffee. If you are in Julian,…read morethis is a must-stop. We like to park near this coffee shop, grab a cup, and then start our walk down Main Street. It's so charming here. I could spend hours just sitting here and watching the world go by. They have charming bathrooms (outhouses?) as well.

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Mom's Pie House

I can't tell you how pleased I was to find that Mom's has delicious, gluten free options! Who would…read morehave thought in the tiny town of Julian? I had the strawberry rhubarb and it was delightful! Even more options are available in their display case. Will definitely be returning. The next day I came back and we had the GF cinnamon apple muffin and pecan pie with vanilla ice cream (no -GF). My daughter said the pecan pie was to die for and the muffin was a delightful treat. Not overwhelmingly sweet, just right. Even better is their sustainable packaging which I VERY much appreciate. Well done Mom's!

Mom's Pie House has my hubs heart! He wanted to try every single pie you have in here without…read morethinking twice! Sweet treats are the way to my guys heart! We came in here and he wanted a slice of everything! I'm not a super sweets fan, and definitely not a pie person. Something about baked fruit, I'm not a fan of. My eyes widened and limited him to two slices and some cookies! We got two slices of pie, Strawberry Rhubarb and Bumbleberry (Blackberry, Blueberry and Raspberry) the trifecta of berries! We also grabbed a couple of small cookie packages, Snickerdoodles and Ginger snaps. Pie slices are $6.50, add $2 if you want to add a scoop of ice cream (olds school Thrifty Ice Cream! Yum!) The cookies are $3 each. That evening after we got home, for dessert, we tried the pies... hubs gave me side eye. I just wanted to try a tiny bite of each. They weren't bad. I liked the flavor of the Bumbleberry. Most of all I liked the crumble topping of both! Just give me baked sugar crumble topping any day for dessert and I'll be happy lol! Hubs can have the actual pie (and filling). Walking in, a line forms immediately in front of where the pies are displayed to be served. Then you move up to the front as you choose your sweet treats. Staff was super nice. You can choose to dine in or take your items to go. Super warm homey feeling all around. 2026: 24

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Their Apple Bread - heavenly!!

Dudley's Bakery

Trays full of fresh bread of different varieties, whole pies, a case full of beautiful desserts and…read morebaked goods, plus an excellent lineup of sandwiches, the only problem is what to pick. This has become a go-to spot post-hike in the area and always is the treat I look forward to. On my most recent visit I had the BLT which had avocado, an egg, and chipotle mayo on brioche - hit the spot. Each sandwich comes on a different type of bread, which adds to the flavor profiles for each. Sometimes places just put it all on wheat or sourdough, but I like how the bread is paired to add to the sandwich. There's seating inside and out and always plenty of parking, though I can imagine on the weekend, it's more competitive. Although the spot has been around for a while, I just recently got introduced to it on enthusiastic recommendations from others, so I pass that enthusiastic recommendations onto you.

I read that the owner of the French Gourmet bought Dudley's and promised not to make any changes to…read morethe baked goods. That does not appear to be the case. We showed up at 1pm on Wednesday and it was quiet. In the past there was a big lunch crowd and the shelves were full of fresh baked breads and pies. Supposedly, breads are baked every other day now. I bought a loaf of Hawaiian sweet bread and it was at least a day old. I suspect more like 2 days old. The outside was starting to get hard while just the center was soft. There was an aroma of bread sitting around for a while. King's Hawaiian bread from Costco has a fresher aroma and has a fresher more vibrant flavor while you get twice as much bread for the price. Maggie misses the fresh baked fruit bars and were soft and full of sweet fruit flavor. Cashier told us they are only baked on Saturday now. We touched the fruit bars and they were all hard from sitting around half the week. It's sad as we loved stopping here after a trip to Julian for fresh baked treats and Doc Brown's Root Beer. Looks like we will have to buy all our baked treats at one of the Julian bakeries like Apple Alley that bakes their pies every morning. https://www.hungryones.com/2021/10/apple-alley-bakery/ Staff was nice and efficient.

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What an amazing place filled with such KIND workers!! The ambiance is so relaxing and very dog…read morefriendly! The sangria and blackberry cider are SO DELICIOUS!! Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a good time!

We discovered this lovely place to sit and have a drink (and bring in snacks if you'd like), where…read morethey make Red Wines, Sangria and have THE most delicious cider that tastes like drinking a crisp sweet apple! We had one cider the first day, two the next, and before leaving Julian returned to take Growlers home :D Needless to say, we were in love with this cider!

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Pierre J.

1180

716

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10 years ago

This place has come a long way. We've been coming to Julian, CA for six years (once a year during apple picking season). When we are done with the orchard, we head to town to go to the Miner's Diner. It's something out of another era, a 'ye old soda shoppe' type place. It is a very cool environment, with lots of old nostalgia (old pictures of Julian, old Coke signs etc). They serve all kinds of "phosphate" sodas that are pretty good. They also serve the largest shakes in the world. 5/5 stars for customer service. Itzel was our waitress (oh and by the way this was the first year they've ever had table service, which is GREAT!) Itzel was the perfect waitress. Not too intrusive, and very helpful. She should be promoted. Service here was never that great in years past, but now it is 5 star. 3/5 stars for location/parking. If you come here during a weekend, holiday, or during apple picking season - watch out! Parking will be close to impossible. Once you park, and enter the Miner's Diner, you'll realize it is very small, and seating/soda bar seating fills up FAST. They will put you on a waiting list and find you outside to make sure you are seated when your time comes. 4/5 stars for quality of food. The Rubin is great. The regular cheeseburger is very good, The Turkey club has more turkey than I knew what to do with (and the bacon on it is divine). The fish and chips are great. Also if you can, order the zucchini fries. They are awesome! As for sweet drinks, you can't go wrong with the phosphate drinks. The fountain shakes are incredible, they put the shake in a glass with straw/spoon, and then hand you the metal cup about 3/4 full (remainder of shake)... incredible. 4/5 stars for price. $65 (without tip) for 4 x entrees, 4 x drinks. I would say it's a good deal since you're in a neat place, getting a unique experience, and eating good food. 1/5 stars for the bathroom. It's like going to the bathroom on an airplane. There is only one, there is a huge line, and once you get in there, it's the smallest room you've ever been in. Overall a repeatable experience! See you next year!! read more

Troy P.

2 years ago

Doing this place the favor they asked me to do and giving them one star cause clearly they dislike any customers other than the local Julian crack heads. We arrived Sunday at 10am hungry from camping in the desert and asked if we could seat 9, in addition to our breakfasts we were all looking to purchase pies as well. After my friend's wife got laughed out of the diner for even asking to seat 9, I wanted to get some pie. As I attempted to enter the building some rude little hick asked me what I was doing. I told him I was going to buy a pie and he said "I guess you can go to the register and ask if they'll sell you pie" which was obviously my intention prior to being stopped by this low IQ diner "bouncer". After examining the half empty restaurant, I got to the register and a nice women Christine let me know she would need to check with the manager to see if I could get a pie. The manager was power walking by as Christine asked and the manager gave her a rude firm "no, those pies are for the customers" as he walked by me with my fist full of crisp $20 bills. I proceeded to ask if I could purchase a slice or two since these pies must've been blessed by Christ Himself. He The sign says "$20 per pie" and Christine proceeds to ask me for $12.50 FOR TWO SLICES! I still bought them, cause I'm not a broke ass and they were tasty. But after heading only 3.5 miles down CA-78 to Santa ysabel I found an establishment that was not only friendly, sold me a fresh out of the oven pie, and made one of the top 5 breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. Will be heading to their page to leave a five star review in the hopes that future travelers find that page when in the area and will leave this establishment alone since again, they dislike any new customers. read more

Megan N.

4 years ago

I was really disappointed with the service there. I've been going there since I was a kid and wanting to take my own kids in there to share the experience with the cool train and milk shop bar. The bald white guy who I think was the manager would be aggressive when you walked in the door as if he just spent the last 20 years of his life working as a bouncer at a night club. Taking a step inside to put your name on the list you would get yelled at to go outside. Mind you there were no fellow staffers to greet you outside, no sign, and the host stand was located inside. He was treating all the patrons like they were an inconvenience and the saddest part is the young people who worked there was obtaining the same kind of poor work ethic. Every guest got yelled it I was embarrassed for them. Needless to say it was very uncomfortable and we wanted to leave right away. read more

Lucerito R.

100

6 years ago

Passing through Julian on a recent getaway weekend, we were hungry and let the Yelp app lead us to Miner's Diner for a bite to eat. We were SO glad we did! The venue is a lovely blast from the past; the decor is delightful, from the toy train and other vintage trappings to the music. Oh, and did I mention that they have a candy mine downstairs? There's an old-fashioned soda fountain on the premises, and the whole place feels both cozy and retro. Without question though the best things about this place are the exceptional service and the excellent food! If we lived closer, I'd make a point of becoming a regular; as it is I will doubtless stop back in the next time I'm passing through Julian :-) read more

Rachelle P.

6 years ago

The employees are rude and the manager ( a short bald guy) was called up to help some people and he didn't even want to hear them out before he said NO loudly that everyone can hear him and he simply turned around and walked away. Don't waste your money here if this is how they are going to treat customers especially during these difficult times we should be kinder. Also the tables were being cleaned with the same rag over and over. When I noticed this I left immediately, def not taking precautions as they should, just spreading it even more! read more

Andrew A.

753

6 years ago

I never write reviews, so this is unfortunate, but after my experience here. Wow. My family came here to eat with our service dog, licensed in the state of Ca as an emotional support animal for our daughter with extreme anxiety and ADHD. We felt like we were on trial as the gentleman asked us a bunch of questions like we committed a crime. Thanks for treating us like unwelcomed visitors, we won't be back. Thanks. If you have a service animal, don't visit here because they don't welcome service animals here. read more

Joe M.

6 years ago

Same friendly service as ever. Chose to do take-out. Although prices are quite high right now, this didn't deter my wife & me one bit. Their food has always been delicious and even after a walk to our room, the California BLT & Vanilla malt for me and the Veggie Melt & Lemon Phosphate soda for my wife were the best lunch there ever! Miner's Diner is always a must-go spot when visiting Julian. Recommended with no hesitation. read more

Barbara J.

5 years ago

I walked into this restaurant wearing a mask and was glared at by 3 waitresses who refused to come up to my table. Then, the host came up and balled me out for sitting at a dirty table and demanded that I get up and stand at the front door!!! These are the nastiest restaurant folks I have ever met, and if you believe in COVID safety, don't go near them!! This kind of anti-mask hatred makes me sick!! Thanks, Trump!! read more

Cecile A.

Elite 26

536

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5 years ago

Sad to see such an authentic looking place use their space for political propaganda. They had a mask on a wood carved bear saying "This mask is as useless as Gavin Newsom". We are all trying to get out of this pandemic safe (I have lost a dear friend to Covid) so using a restaurant setting to spread political views that go against the sanitary restrictions we are to comply with is wrong. read more

Skyla B.

6 years ago

WOULD GIVE ZERO STARS IF I COULD. The sign says service animals welcome but that is a lie because I was denied. The manager is a complete a******. He was extremely rude and had a very bad attitude. I highly recommend people go somewhere else to eat especially if you have a service animal. It seems like this is a reoccurring things here. They DESPERATELY need new management. read more

Patrick H.

144

5 years ago

ZERO MASKS. They have a sign on their door telling you in advance their staff and customers will not be wearing masks and to respect that choice. My family and I were the only ones wearing them. 500,000 dead Americans and Miner's Diner is making itself a nexus to spread COVID-variants. Respect our LIVES, Miner's Diner, not your need to make a statement. read more

Dana D.

378

2 years ago

The food is quite yummy here! We come up to Julian to visit this special place. I order the tri tip sandwich each time. You cannot go wrong! The milkshakes are out of this world. The service is always great. The ambiance is fun and takes one back in time to the 1950s. Don't miss out on the mining candy cave. Such a fun treat for the kids and adults too! read more

Chad M.

9 years ago

came in yesterday for lunch place was super busy but only waited about 15 minutes for a family of 5 to be set. the hostess was super friendly and our waitress candy was all over it. food came out in a timely manner and was one of the most juiciest burgers i have ever had . p .s the kids loved the train and the candy mine. read more

Jack W.

1 year ago

Miner's Diner is a homey and eccentric blast from the past that always leaves me smiling! The various vintage odds and ends covering the walls, the train track circling the dining area, and the authentic soda fountain all make for an immersive experience. Friendly service and a one-of-a-kind place! read more

William D.

6 years ago

This place was great. Great service. Great food. Menu offers a wide variety of creative meal choices. The outside seating available was very accommodating, and all staff in contact with public were wearing masks. Absolutely satisfied and will definitely be back. read more

Marissa L.

6 years ago

They don't allow dogs because of some story they've heard at another restaurant in town about a dog biting someone, sounds like that's not mine or my dogs problem, I was here with my family, we're never coming here, with or without my dogs read more

Daniel K.

5 years ago

No masked waitress. Owner posted why government should not lock down business. Sure this arrogantly overpirced restaurant is owned by horrible trump supporter. Owner is definitely not healthy, reasonalble repulican!!! Will never go back read more

Jeff P.

108

140

5 years ago

Anti-mask crazies. Cool place, but no one working here wears a mask. Sign makes it clear they have no interest in safety of customers. Really disappointing, because --again -- seems like a cool place. But ... ugh. Bible up front. read more

Julie T.

185

6 years ago

Christine our server was amazing!!! Very delightful and friendly and our order came really fast. We ordered the slaughterhouse burger and a strawberry cheesecake shake that was split into two. Definitely enough for two people!!! read more

Rob T.

138

4 months ago

Very nice! We stopped by for breakfast on a busy Saturday and were still seated and served quickly. The food was simple, but perfectly prepared and delicious! Nice atmosphere and cool server also. Highly recommended! read more

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