This is a must have breakfast spot. Never disappoints!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sergio Guzman
Great spot, amazing food and friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mrs Kay
Fun atmosphere! Very entertaining sitting at the countertop watching the well oiled fast paced kitchen. My lemon crepe was wonderful, my bacon and chai were too. My husbands burrito he said was decent. He paid extra for green chili sauce bringing his burrito to $20.00 and didn’t get very much of the sauce and he said it had the texture of Hormel chili he thought the chorizo in it was ok but not anything special. The man behind the countertop was all business and seemed to want to rush our ordering and paying our bill. Subtly annoying but nothing that ruined the experience for me. I would go back but husband said he wouldn’t. They did a good job of serving the large amount of people coming in. Breakfast sandwiches and other items I saw being cooked looked very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Me R
Been here several times. Server was so rude this time. I asked for the kids’ menu and he was like, “it’s LITERALLY right there, like I’m stupid.” It’s one menu item. Not sure I want to be spoken to like that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Chris Bivona
The only proper east coast breakfast spot in the entire valley! This place is proper!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Montgomery
10/10!!! Loved the food options, atmosphere is great — classic American diner in Lionshead, and the service and speed of getting our food out… it was all incredible !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah B
Classic diner experience. We come every time we’re in Vail. The dutch baby is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Jackson
We had a wonderful breakfast here this morning. The 30 minute wait is worth it and understandable. The menu, food, and service were excellent. The employees obviously enjoy working there. One woman brought a plate out with obvious pride. I can see why this diner is such a landmark.
Chris Blackburn
During our first of what will be many visits to Vail, our friends raved about The Little Diner for a classic and comforting brunch that hits all the right notes. My wife had the large, fluffy biscuits generously smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy—savory and indulgent without being overwhelming. Accompanying the biscuits were perfectly scrambled eggs and a hearty serving of crispy hash browns, adding both texture and balance to the plate. Being an omelet fan, the Southwestern was a standout on the plate—beautifully golden and fluffy, filled with delicious chorizo, their specialty chili's (with more requested on the side), and chock-full of cheese. With both dishes, their crispy hash browns (watching how they were prepared) were a knock-out of the park. I was able to ask for a side of pancakes, and they were brought out early with our mimosas, which made for a perfect breakfast appetizer.
Each component was well-prepared and flavorful, making the meal feel both satisfying and familiar. It’s the kind of brunch that reminds you why diners are such beloved staples—simple, hearty, and delicious. Plus, sitting at the bar not only gave you a look into how the kitchen runs, but also the friendly and regular touch from the wait staff. If you're in Vail and craving a traditional brunch done right, don't miss out on The Little Diner as a staple that's worth a visit.
The breakfast burrito is literally perfectionnnn. I could eat one everyday fr
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mary Conrad
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit to The Little Diner! The staff was so friendly! Thanks Parker & Mary for your great service. We all enjoyed our food. The avocado 🥑 burger 🍔, breakfast biscuit 🍳 sandwich, pancakes 🥞 and biscuits and gravy were all super yummy. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Strehlow
Food is bomb, staff is amazing and the atmosphere is super fun. Classic diner feel, but the staff makes it amazing. Talk about a group of hustlers! All the folks that work there are constantly moving and helping and making the experience great. Old school booths and diner feel make it very nostalgic. Well priced and highly recommended, especially in Vail!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Taylor-Klaus MCC
Delightful for exactly what it is… a local diner. Classic food in a kitschy place. Good for locals. Good for tourist. Bottom of line: good place for good food. Pro-Tip: go to their website and put yourself on the table list before you walk over. The wait can be long.
This is a must have breakfast spot. Never disappoints!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot, amazing food and friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun atmosphere! Very entertaining sitting at the countertop watching the well oiled fast paced kitchen. My lemon crepe was wonderful, my bacon and chai were too. My husbands burrito he said was decent. He paid extra for green chili sauce bringing his burrito to $20.00 and didn’t get very much of the sauce and he said it had the texture of Hormel chili he thought the chorizo in it was ok but not anything special. The man behind the countertop was all business and seemed to want to rush our ordering and paying our bill. Subtly annoying but nothing that ruined the experience for me. I would go back but husband said he wouldn’t. They did a good job of serving the large amount of people coming in. Breakfast sandwiches and other items I saw being cooked looked very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Been here several times. Server was so rude this time. I asked for the kids’ menu and he was like, “it’s LITERALLY right there, like I’m stupid.” It’s one menu item. Not sure I want to be spoken to like that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
The only proper east coast breakfast spot in the entire valley! This place is proper!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10!!! Loved the food options, atmosphere is great — classic American diner in Lionshead, and the service and speed of getting our food out… it was all incredible !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Classic diner experience. We come every time we’re in Vail. The dutch baby is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a wonderful breakfast here this morning. The 30 minute wait is worth it and understandable. The menu, food, and service were excellent. The employees obviously enjoy working there. One woman brought a plate out with obvious pride. I can see why this diner is such a landmark.
During our first of what will be many visits to Vail, our friends raved about The Little Diner for a classic and comforting brunch that hits all the right notes. My wife had the large, fluffy biscuits generously smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy—savory and indulgent without being overwhelming. Accompanying the biscuits were perfectly scrambled eggs and a hearty serving of crispy hash browns, adding both texture and balance to the plate. Being an omelet fan, the Southwestern was a standout on the plate—beautifully golden and fluffy, filled with delicious chorizo, their specialty chili's (with more requested on the side), and chock-full of cheese. With both dishes, their crispy hash browns (watching how they were prepared) were a knock-out of the park. I was able to ask for a side of pancakes, and they were brought out early with our mimosas, which made for a perfect breakfast appetizer.
Each component was well-prepared and flavorful, making the meal feel both satisfying and familiar. It’s the kind of brunch that reminds you why diners are such beloved staples—simple, hearty, and delicious. Plus, sitting at the bar not only gave you a look into how the kitchen runs, but also the friendly and regular touch from the wait staff. If you're in Vail and craving a traditional brunch done right, don't miss out on The Little Diner as a staple that's worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really great food and good service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The pancakes were fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The breakfast burrito is literally perfectionnnn. I could eat one everyday fr
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit to The Little Diner! The staff was so friendly! Thanks Parker & Mary for your great service. We all enjoyed our food. The avocado 🥑 burger 🍔, breakfast biscuit 🍳 sandwich, pancakes 🥞 and biscuits and gravy were all super yummy. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is bomb, staff is amazing and the atmosphere is super fun. Classic diner feel, but the staff makes it amazing. Talk about a group of hustlers! All the folks that work there are constantly moving and helping and making the experience great. Old school booths and diner feel make it very nostalgic. Well priced and highly recommended, especially in Vail!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delightful for exactly what it is… a local diner. Classic food in a kitschy place. Good for locals. Good for tourist. Bottom of line: good place for good food.
Pro-Tip: go to their website and put yourself on the table list before you walk over. The wait can be long.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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