Pleasant Hill Diner

5015 E University Ave, Pleasant Hill
(515) 262-1978

Recent Reviews

Josh E.

Not amazing but go if never been!

Atmosphere: 3

Chopped Champ

Stopped here for dinner one night and it was a mixed experience. My guest and I were seated immediately and our server was fairly quick getting our drink order and served. The water is most likely unfiltered tap water and surprisingly the iced tea had less flavor than the water.The dinner menu is incredibly limited so if you're looking for more options, this probably isn't the diner for you. Our server came and got our orders and the food came out quickly. Our orders were plated nicely, but the ingredients used are not of the best quality and the dishes tasted as such. The french fries and onion rings were pretty good and it was evident that they change their oil regularly. The Reuben was tasty, but a slightly larger portion of corned beef would have helped tremendously. The chicken sandwich was not enjoyable at all, the pickles had no crisp and the brine they used is just sour, nothing else. The chicken fillet itself was slightly rubbery, flavorless and the lettuce was a little soggy.The restaurant itself has the classic nostalgic diner look to it and it could be kept a little cleaner albeit I visited an hour or 2 before closing. Parking is spacious and the service was good. Not much on the value scale as the portions were slightly under when compared to price. In the end it's just your average diner.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Richard Ornelis

Very good food. the server was awesome. Great place to take the family. Wide variety of choices on the menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Senn

Grew up coming here with my grandparents, the new owners have done a great job on maintaining awesome food and a great atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Dip, Biscuits and Gravy, Cheeseburger and Fries

Brooke Devine

Sadly this place was just awful.We got seated at a booth on the far wall and it was just SO dirty. The blinds were covered with a thick layer of dust and ketchup. The floors throughout the diner were covered with dirt and trash.We then proceeded to wait AN HOUR for two kids meals and two adult meals.The food was ok but definitely not worth the $68 that we paid for it.Definitely do not recommend the Pleasant Hill Diner.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Mark Gering

Their breakfast is outstanding Highly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mr Baker

Honestly some of the best burgers and fries I've eaten. I love the environment, from the decor to the jukebox the atmosphere is fun and lively. The workers are real people and I've never heard a negative thing from anyone! This an amazing restaurant, I always enjoy my time here.Kid-friendliness: For my brother we go in there and while he's still too young to play the claw machine he loves the little to-go firetruck, old car, santa sleigh that they give out. I'm pretty sure you have to ask about them to receive one, they're on a shelf

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger

Steph Sundling

We celebrated a big win at the dog show at this diner. Our table of 8 got incredible service. Allison, our server, never made us wait for a refill and our food came out

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Karyn Rosenthal

I ordered delivery from here and I should've just cooked at home. The bacon and ham were EXTREMELY salty. I didn't even finish it. The eggs and hash browns had no salt or pepper and weren't included in the delivery. The fries were freezing and the chicken was stale. Maybe I caught them on a bad day, but I won't be ordering/visiting this place again.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

Tina M Bennett

They were a little shorthanded and busy when we got there but good was definitely worth the wait.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Chris Hodges

Food was great, service was spot on. Always wanted to stop in because the building looks nostalgic. It didn't disappoint inside. They serve breakfast all day! I will be a repeat

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Gravy, Pancake, Steak and Eggs

Fun Food and Family

Amazing!! I've driven by this place 100 times and today went in. Food, service, prices amazing. Love the Retro 50's vibe as well. Will be a return customer alot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joshua Walton

Thomas is a great server always helpful and great person to be around in general.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Biscuits and Gravy, Pancake, French Toast

Tim Rericha

The food was good. They have battered onion rings, and used fresh mushrooms on the mushroom Swiss burger.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Blu

All around great. Tasty food / filling portions in an authentic diner. Impressive service. Loved it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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