I decided to try out their salad bar while enjoying a dinner entree. Although, not the biggest salad bar around, it was extremely fresh and had exactly what I wanted. My entree, veal Parmesan over spaghetti was a delicious generous portion. Service was excellent. I'll definitely be back to try their breakfast specials and their kabobs served over rice. read more

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Food was Amazing ,really great portions of food the breakfast platter was amazing and so are their dinners

We walked in & it was practically empty, we should've taken that as a sign. We decided to stay & the service was quick, probably due to it being once again, completely empty. We didn't order anything too complicated, just waffles, french toast, eggs, sausage, oatmeal, and hash browns, all of which I could successfully make in my own dorm room :). When the food arrived, it was all cold, the sausage, the eggs, the hash browns, everything. The oatmeal that claimed to be brown sugar was straight bland, just like the rest of the food. The total came out to $45 which is fine if the food was good but that felt like a straight waste of money. Regardless of this horrible, what I would rate 0 if I could, restaurant, our server was kind. read more

Food was great. We had a 12 noon breakfast and everything was great. Great place for breakfast anytime. Attentive and friendly. We definitely recommend. read more

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Food was served fresh and hot. The chicken noodle soup was delicious and perfect for the chilly weather. I was a bit disappointed with the menu limitations, but was able to find a selection which was satisfactory and filling. Staff service was efficient without hovering. She was prompt, attentive and professional. We were impressed by how efficient she was in communicating the drink and vegetable options which were not listed on the print menu. (This however may make ordering difficult for those who require visual supports, hearing impaired or are not auditory learners.) The meal itself (Turkey with filling, gravy and a side) was average, as expected. I have had similar meals elsewhere of both superior and subpar quality. This would fall with midrange. The raspberry tea was said to be delicious. I selected the cranberry juice which was quite tart but flavorful. Host/hostess interactions were seemingly guarded and not as hospitable as one might expect from a greeter and check out process. I'd be happy to visit again in the future to provide another opportunity to increase the quality rating from average to good/great. read more

Temple Family Restaurant - Chicken noodle soup- served hot & delicious! - Diners Near Me - Temple, Pennsylvania

The food here is absolutely phenomenal. I have had breakfast here on multiple occasions, but on my most recent trip here, I had the lunch special - a French Dip sandwich with au jus. Sandwich had Swiss cheese and the au just was simply divine. It came with seafood bisque soup which was glorious. Our waitress didn't let us down, but we couldn't thank her properly because she wasn't wearing a badge. On the downside, though, the restrooms are in dire need of renovation. They should be equipped with all automatic toilets and hand dryers. Preferably, the Columbia Vortex dryer. Getting back to the positives, I lovecthe fact that this diner is located near a very active railroad track owned by Norfolk Southern Railroad, and there's a great view of the Tuckerton Road railroad crossing from the front. Instant win there. But I think this place should have a TouchTunes jukebox. Please note - DO NOT EVER ASSUME THAT RAILROAD TRACKS ARE INACTIVE OR ABANDONED!!! It is not only dangerous, but also illegal. Even if they look derelict or abandoned, they could still be active and a train could appear at any time. Plus, even if inactive, they are still private property. read more

I ordered a pulled pork sandwich. I took one bite & that was it. Soggy roll where when you pick it up it fell apart. The roll tasted stale. The pulled pork was gross. read more

The service is on the ball. The food is very good. Occasionally I find some veggies not cooked well enough but, if you ask they go the extra yard to please. We go here often... read more

Booooo! Their listing on Google Maps said they were the highest rated restaurant in the area still serving food after 10pm. They are NOT open 24 hours. We went to the Route 61 diner instead. read more

Stopped by for dinner on a Friday night and the food was very typical bland diner food. If you are the kind of foodie that reads these reviews to help decide where to eat, you will want to skip this place. Most people who eat here (and to be fair, virtually every other diner in the Reading area) aren't looking for imaginative and delicious fare. Service was poor as well. Will avoid in the future. read more

Been coming here for a few years already. Over the span of those years the quality of the food went downhill. The menu selection has narrowed down to very limited choices. Only thing that still remains good enough to munch on are the Buffalo wings. Ordered the cheeseburger that was super bland with no lettuce or tomato offered. It truly reminded me of a school lunch burger :( this place lost its family/cozy and enjoyable food. read more

I had breakfast here today while working in Reading. The service was very good. The waitstaff was friendly and accommodating and the coffee was plentiful. The coffee was ok but nothing great. I guess what you would expect at a diner. I ate the spinach, cheddar and mushroom omelette. It was ok. However the eggs were not as fluffy as I like, and the spinach did not seem fresh. If I had to guess, I would say the mushrooms were the canned variety. It tasted ok but nothing spectacular. I will say the same regarding the sausage. They served links that were somewhat greasy. They tasted ok but nothing spectacular. The bottom line is if you want to eat breakfast, this place is serviceable but nothing out of the ordinary. This is what you would expect at a diner. read more

We have gone to the Temple Family Restaurant over the past 8 years frequently. The menu has changed to very limited options and they added a salad bar. They have always been attentive to my food allergies. Yesterday my daughter and I ordered burgers. The first time they literally brought me something with my specific allergen on my plate. They then brought the order for my daughter in correctly AND my order incorrectly. I ended up with a severe allergy response nearly requiring an emergency response. On top of poor attention to my allergies the prices nearly doubled. In the end the person at the register seemed to care little about the customer experience. We will no longer be patrons. If I could score zero stars I would. read more

We like it... It's a diner, not 5-star cuisine. Comfort food, served promptly, typically by friendly employees. The food is a nicer quality than the nearby 5th Street Diner, but the prices are a little higher at Temple Family too, so you get what you pay for. The bathroom at Temple Family Restaurant has always been clean (well, I can only speak for the Men's room). I do like the plates at Temple Family -- they are trimmed in yellow or orange -- a little more flair than the typical solid white plates. During the month of November, they typically will give you a free slice of pumpkin pie with your dinner entree. A nice touch! read more

This is the kind of diner where the waiters/waitresses know the locals' names. The patrons were mostly from the older crowd. The cheddar cheese omelet I ordered came out soft, not greasy at all, and just the right amount of cheddar cheese so it wasn't overflowing in cheese. The shredded potato side wasn't dry at all and the toast came buttered automatically (so if you don't want butter, speak up). The place was very clean, including the bathroom, and the prices were very reasonable (I may find most of these "southern" food joints cheap because I'm a New Yorker, where everything is more expensive. Overall, if you're coming through town and are hungry, this is a great option for breakfast food. read more

Temple Family Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Temple, Pennsylvania

I have eaten more at Temple Family Restaurant in the last few months since the new owners took over than I had in all the years of the previous owners. The food is flavorful and barely seems like a diner anymore compared to how it used to be. It's quick, our order is always correct, and the staff are super nice. Since the new owners took over, there has not been one time we've gotten food from there where we had any complaints! We usually do take out and the owner is always there helping and greeting us, and has always been exceptionally nice. read more

Words can not describe how disgusted I am at this place. The only thing that was decent was THE WATER . They have the audacity to call themselves a restaurant, they served me RAW meat.(steak) They gave another party member of mine, GREEN shrimp mixed in with the pink ones . Makes me wonder of the CROSS CONTAMINATION going back in the kitchen. Another party member had DRY fish sandwich and COLD baked potato. Was that microwaved??? If you cant cook a potato why even are you cooking? Lastly our soup was CANNED. Even so, it was way better than their food, which is sad. Worst experience in my dining history, never coming HERE again. read more

Lot of bad reviews, and, I don't know why. It's a diner. You get diner food. And solid diner food. I wasn't a fan of the pie, though. Which is sad. I love pie. Pie is life. Long live pie. Anyway, like I said, the food is solid. Our waitress was very nice. Very...very nice. If you didn't like something, you can get something else. I'm very particular about mashed potatoes. They were good. Not great. But, good. Mashed potatoes are great. Not as great as pie, but great, ya know? The two times we came (I'm actually writing this review about our first visit, yesterday, while sitting here on our second visit, waiting for our food) were after work, about 1130. Gotta work to get pie, ya know? Like I said, I don't understand the negative reviews. I enjoy this place, and, I'm a bit of a stickler. Give it a shot. Long live pie. read more

Food: Same as every other diner along 5th St. Nothing bad. $3.69 for two eggs, toast, hash browns and bacon is a pretty standard deal around here. Servers: Kind, attentive, tend to be on the older, middle aged side of things. Very sweet. Cashiers/hostesses: Some of the most crotchety old ladies I've seen in Berks County. Always get the feeling they're annoyed to have to get up to check you out. I (tried) to use pennies to get a quarter in change, she put them back in the dish and gave me my two dimes and a penny. Sorry for being such an inconvenience, lady. read more

Solid. That's the word that best describes Temple Family Restaurant. This is a casual diner with toothsome fare to match. Breakfast, lunch & dinner menus have enjoyable choices to suit a vast array of customers. Everything from their 3 egg omelets for breakfast to a quick burger and fries for lunch or dinner, you should be able to find an item to satiate your desire. The staff here remembers return customers in addition to the local clientele. They are friendly, courteous and gracious. You should find the service as quick as any diner should be with an emphasis on quality. Being a displaced New Yorker with diners being an inherent part of my culture, I feel that I should pass along some well traveled advice to both the current and future patrons of these types of establishments. Especially after reading some of the reviews posted here. As with any diner, there are plates that you should avoid ordering if you tend to lean toward having a more "discernable palate". Fish would be the first on the list. You cannot determine the freshness and since it's cooked along side other fare, it can pick up some unwanted flavor. Steaks and chops. Stick to a good steakhouse for this type of cuisine. Mashed potatoes with gravy. Unless the place is owned, run and being prepared by a local Mom & Pop with an established history, be prepared for bland, school cafeteria style fare. Diners are and SHOULD be known for good quality food and quick service (especially breakfast) and should be treated as such. It amazed me to read thru some of the reviews only to find that the bad critiques were inclusive of most of the aforementioned foods. Diners are NOT known for their Pistachio Encrusted Chilean Sea Bass. However, they should be well recognized for their scrumptious omletes, comforting mac & cheese and as a great place to grab a great sandwich/burger with friends and family. Temple Family Restaurant offers all that. read more

It's diner food so you really can't expect a whole lot but every time I come here I am satisfied. The open faced roast beef wasn't great but everything else I have tried here has been great. It's a good diner experience. read more

First time there since new owner took over the beginning of the year. Food was very good along with great service. I have eaten at many diners and this is the only one the food is actually hot. I will definitely be back read more

Once ate there and when our food came there was a hair on the plate. They didnt seem to even care. No apology ! Wth ! So disgusting ! We havent been back since. read more

It appears to be going downhill recently. They recently started adding extra fees to their bills. My wife and daughter both ordered a bowl of soup and decided to split a burger. They tried to add a $0.99 "extra plate" charge. Some friends have been charged for lemon with their water. Had a problem with my son's order. My son can't have cheese. We had to send his order back and had the same entree brought back to the table with most of the cheese scraped off, but some still there. We were completely finished with our meal by the time his correct order came out. read more

Sat down at 11:20 pm , one server was on and one hostess. After 20 minutes of watching this disaster I got up and left . I had pedestrian food here in the past and the service will never have me here again. read more

The food was disgusting. The waitress was nice, but the roast beef and roasted turkey had disgusting gravy on it, plus had a potato mush. Everything was bland, including the potato salad. And there was a chunk of an unknown substance in the Caesar dressing bowl. We will never return to this diner ever again. read more

Temple got their liquor license they now serve wine n beer. Wine is $3.95 a glass and $19.00 a bottle. Beer bottles only are $2.75 for domestics and $3.75 for imports. They have Sam Adams, Stella, etc. Wine they have merlot, zinfadel, chardonnay, etc. They also sell 6 packs of the beers, though I don;t know the price of this. read more

The Temple Family Restaurant is one of those Berks County establishments that has been around for a while. In restaurant lingo I suppose the word "family" means diner. And that's pretty much what you get. Diner food, but good solid diner food. It's nice a place to go for breakfast or maybe for lunch or dinner if you you're not in the mood for something fancy. read more

I called this restaurant, spoke to Mary. I told her that I'd been in the restaurant before and noticed that they had a veggie burger on the menu. I explained that I had allergies to certain dairy based ingredients and asked if she could tell me the ingredients in their veggie burger. I could tell she didn't really want to be bothered, kept doing that thing where she still has the phone up to her face but she's talking to someone else, loudly saying things to another customer or a friend but right in my ear, not even the courtesy to put her hand over the mouthpiece. But I was kind and sweet to her, didn't point out her rudeness, but asked her nicely to check for me, or would it be better for me to call back at a better time? And I mean, not in a sing-song way, I was talking to her as if she were my friend. She brusquely said, wait a minute I'll check, and clicked me on hold. After a bit she came back, and said sarcastically, you know this is a veggie burger, it doesn't have meat or cheese in it. I said, I'm sure, but not all veggie burgers are the same, and they all have different ingredients, and I'm allergic to some weird things, so could you please read the ingredient list to me? She said to me, in a tone that implied I was stupid for not knowing, well I'm not in the kitchen right now (then what was she checking on?) but IT'S A VEGGIE BURGER. Her emphasis, like loudly saying those four words explained it all. I said thank you for your time, and hung up. What an unprofessional unhelpful annoying person. Certainly did not represent the restaurant well. I've eaten at this restaurant fairly regularly, but I always debate about a return trip because the food is often hit or miss. Mary's rudeness helped me decide. There are other places in Berks County to spend my money when I take my family out, doesn't have to be at Temple Family Restaurant. Thanks, Mary. read more

I love this place! It's my go to diner in the area. Not sure why such bad reviews. Unlike some other diners in the area the silverware and facility are clean, the coffee is decent and most of the staff are friendly. I usually go with breakfast, the omelettes are dynamite! read more

Decent diner fare, staff is attentive and friendly. truly nothing spectacular though but good.

The food I ordered Mac and cheese casserole was terrible,it had very little macaronis in it the cheese was whipped like had flour add low cheese flavor. A total disappointment. Will not go back, and I will recommend people not to go there period. They didn't even offer to fix or replace it. read more

If you had a food drive to feed the homeless they would all starve to death before they ate this food. The food was bland and all the people in the restaurant looked like they were planning their funerals. Go to Schell nearby and experience a decent burger but avoid this place like Caitlyn Jenner. read more

Had breakfast there on Saturday Dec 1st 2018. Could tell the diner is an older building, but very clean. Service was very pleasant, food was good and prices were very good. Thank you! Will come again when next in Reading. read more

Do not ever go there late night! The service is incredibly bad and somewhat unprofessional. There was an old woman passed out in a booth in middle of place and another time a homeless person sleeping in booth. The food is okay and have had my last visit there. It used to be a good place and don't know what happened. Last time the waitress was rude and I couldn't wait to get out of there. I even ordered a slice of cake before I left and when I got home I found out it was old and stale. I had to throw it away. Sad and never again! read more

I'm from New York and everytime me and my dad travel here to Pennsylvania we always stop at this diner. Today I ordered the chocolate chip pancakes with bacon and it was delicious. My dad ordered Eggs Benedict and loved it. The staff was super friendly and I highly recommend this place. read more

Food was great, service was excellent and the price is affordable , I would highly recommend this place.

My family and I went here for the first time in years - NEVER again. Place went down hill big time. The french onion soup had no flavor and had soggy bread in it to cover the lack of onions, the crabmeat stuffed in my chicken tasted like cat food, the hot bacon dressing had no flavor, the French fries and mozzarella sticks tasted bad because the fryer oil needed to be changed, the meatloaf tasted bad, had fatty pieces in it that popped in your mouth when you chewed and the gravy could've been use to put up wallpaper. The black diamond streak wasn't good either, the corn tasted like corn from a school cafeteria and even the soda was going flat. My salad was never brought out either. Worst meal I ever ate - for the price I paid I could've cried - what a waste of money. Plus it's not that clean. Only thing good was the nice waitress. The lady who checked me out didn't seem to care much when she asked why I rated the meal as a 1 on their ticket. read more

Their spinacopda is to die for! Whenever we have our Greek relatives visiting from Philadelphia we order from them. Their Greek food is the best. read more

Awful. Dreadful. We figured how bad can a diner be? Pretty bad. We stopped in on a weekend afternoon for something " quick"- the place was dismal, depressing surroundings and clientele, waitstaff vacuuming while people are eating. It took forever to be served, our waitress was clueless. Food mediocre. Never ever again. read more