Busy Local Diner with Good Burgers and Solid Breakfast Plates
We stopped in at Jane’s Diner recently and had a really good experience overall. When we arrived the place was clearly busy, which is usually a good sign. Even with the crowd we were still able to get a table without too much trouble, which made for a nice start.
We ordered a few different things to get a feel for the menu. The steak and eggs were cooked exactly as ordered. Steak at a diner can sometimes be hit or miss, but this one came out right and had good flavor. It’s a simple meal, but when it’s done properly it really works.
The mushroom Swiss burger was probably the best value of everything we ordered. It was filling, flavorful, and the mushrooms and Swiss worked really well together. The portion felt fair for the price and it’s something I would definitely order again.
We also tried the prime rib. I’d describe it as about average for a diner or casual restaurant, but still very tasty and satisfying. It’s nice to see it offered on the menu and it definitely made for a hearty meal.
One small detail that stood out to me was the fries. They were cooked just the way I like them — crispy but not overly crunchy or dried out. It sounds like a small thing, but when fries are done right it really completes the meal.
The atmosphere felt very relaxed and family friendly. There were several families there with kids and everyone seemed comfortable and having a good time. The children that were there were well behaved and the whole place had that classic casual diner feel where people can just sit down and enjoy a meal.
The only slightly awkward part of the experience was the register being located right at the entrance. When the diner is busy it creates a bit of a bottleneck with people coming in, people leaving, and others waiting to pay. It’s not a big issue, just a little crowded in that one spot.
One thing I noticed while we were there was that people kept coming in steadily the whole time we were eating, which usually tells you the place has a good reputation with locals.
Overall, Jane’s Diner feels like exactly what a good local diner should be — good comfort food, fair prices, and a relaxed atmosphere where families and locals can sit down and enjoy a meal. I’d definitely stop in again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Vlad Loenko
When I say these were the best home fries I've ever had in a diner, I am not lying! They were perfect. Fresh bun for the breakfast Sandwich, lightly toasted on the griddle, and got an extra sausage patty (I'm only used to 1 per sandwich!) felt like a local, because all the folks sitting down knew one another by name. Great spot, will visit again soon! Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dale Snyder
Service was ok, they're in the process of training a new waiter. I feel the food is ok, I think it has diminished from previous years. But locals all flock here, so it's probably just me that is off.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Robert Andrus
Always great food and portions with cheap prices.
Food: 5
Service: 5
D Altemus
Love this diner. We went with family for dinner and I had the Yankee pot roast. It was so delicious and the mashed potatoes and gravy were awesome. The hot turkey sandwiches were piled high with turkey and gravy. The buffalo chicken salad looked so substantial and was delicious too. I also went back for breakfast during my weeklong visit and really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, cheese, and 2 sausage patties. Yummy! Thanks Tina, you can tell you are an owner that cares! You get a great meal for a great price. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex
Excellent food and excellent prices. Came as a party of four, who all ordered a meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frank Cotrupe
Love this place, and the prices are super cheap with great food, just got this chicken brushetta sandwich no bread, SO GOOD
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracy Palmatier
14 of us went Jane's diner for lunch on December 1st, food was awesome, prices were excellent and the waitress Liz was absolutely the best we've ever had. it was so good I went back today before we head back to South Carolina tomorrow. so if your looking for a good meal with great service and prices don't hesitate go to Jane's diner 591 Conklin road Binghamton ny
Brian Bush
I have never had dinner at Jane's heard there specials on the radio though we would try it had prime rib last week excellent and the waitress did a excellent job had their ham and Swiss Alfredo this week excellent best Alfredo I ever had different waitress and she did a excellent job
Great food great service and great prices always enjoy going there every single week. Just the best place to go. love everything about it.
Bonnie Gumaer
Had breakfast there this morning. potatoes were cold and the eggs were barely warm. Told the waitress about it as she brought us our check because she hadnt been back once she gave us our food and extra napkins. As i told her she said she get us hot ones bit too late we were all done. when i went to pay i told owner and she asked me if i told my waitress proceeded to tell her and she sarcastically said "I dont know why there not warm as warm as it is in the kitchen Great answer. Last trip there.
Emerson Brandon
Great variety of meals whether it be breakfast, lunch or supper. Priced reasonable. and very friendly atmosphere.
Bob Hansen
Enjoyed my Haddock sandwich with the Mac'Cheese I had today for lunch off your special board. We'll be back. Forgot to take a picture, but will next time!
mountainrapid
Basic Diner. Had breakfast. We didn't like the fact that the bacon was the pre-made bacon with extremely thin pieces. Potatoes were a bit undercooked and served cold. omelets were just OK and nothing special. first cup of coffee was cold.
Always great food 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Busy Local Diner with Good Burgers and Solid Breakfast Plates
We stopped in at Jane’s Diner recently and had a really good experience overall. When we arrived the place was clearly busy, which is usually a good sign. Even with the crowd we were still able to get a table without too much trouble, which made for a nice start.
We ordered a few different things to get a feel for the menu. The steak and eggs were cooked exactly as ordered. Steak at a diner can sometimes be hit or miss, but this one came out right and had good flavor. It’s a simple meal, but when it’s done properly it really works.
The mushroom Swiss burger was probably the best value of everything we ordered. It was filling, flavorful, and the mushrooms and Swiss worked really well together. The portion felt fair for the price and it’s something I would definitely order again.
We also tried the prime rib. I’d describe it as about average for a diner or casual restaurant, but still very tasty and satisfying. It’s nice to see it offered on the menu and it definitely made for a hearty meal.
One small detail that stood out to me was the fries. They were cooked just the way I like them — crispy but not overly crunchy or dried out. It sounds like a small thing, but when fries are done right it really completes the meal.
The atmosphere felt very relaxed and family friendly. There were several families there with kids and everyone seemed comfortable and having a good time. The children that were there were well behaved and the whole place had that classic casual diner feel where people can just sit down and enjoy a meal.
The only slightly awkward part of the experience was the register being located right at the entrance. When the diner is busy it creates a bit of a bottleneck with people coming in, people leaving, and others waiting to pay. It’s not a big issue, just a little crowded in that one spot.
One thing I noticed while we were there was that people kept coming in steadily the whole time we were eating, which usually tells you the place has a good reputation with locals.
Overall, Jane’s Diner feels like exactly what a good local diner should be — good comfort food, fair prices, and a relaxed atmosphere where families and locals can sit down and enjoy a meal. I’d definitely stop in again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
When I say these were the best home fries I've ever had in a diner, I am not lying! They were perfect. Fresh bun for the breakfast Sandwich, lightly toasted on the griddle, and got an extra sausage patty (I'm only used to 1 per sandwich!) felt like a local, because all the folks sitting down knew one another by name. Great spot, will visit again soon! Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was ok, they're in the process of training a new waiter. I feel the food is ok, I think it has diminished from previous years. But locals all flock here, so it's probably just me that is off.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Always great food and portions with cheap prices.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this diner. We went with family for dinner and I had the Yankee pot roast. It was so delicious and the mashed potatoes and gravy were awesome. The hot turkey sandwiches were piled high with turkey and gravy. The buffalo chicken salad looked so substantial and was delicious too. I also went back for breakfast during my weeklong visit and really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, cheese, and 2 sausage patties. Yummy! Thanks Tina, you can tell you are an owner that cares! You get a great meal for a great price. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and excellent prices. Came as a party of four, who all ordered a meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place, and the prices are super cheap with great food, just got this chicken brushetta sandwich no bread, SO GOOD
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
14 of us went Jane's diner for lunch on December 1st, food was awesome, prices were excellent and the waitress Liz was absolutely the best we've ever had. it was so good I went back today before we head back to South Carolina tomorrow. so if your looking for a good meal with great service and prices don't hesitate go to Jane's diner 591 Conklin road Binghamton ny
I have never had dinner at Jane's heard there specials on the radio though we would try it had prime rib last week excellent and the waitress did a excellent job had their ham and Swiss Alfredo this week excellent best Alfredo I ever had different waitress and she did a excellent job
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food great service and great prices always enjoy going there every single week. Just the best place to go. love everything about it.
Had breakfast there this morning. potatoes were cold and the eggs were barely warm. Told the waitress about it as she brought us our check because she hadnt been back once she gave us our food and extra napkins. As i told her she said she get us hot ones bit too late we were all done. when i went to pay i told owner and she asked me if i told my waitress proceeded to tell her and she sarcastically said "I dont know why there not warm as warm as it is in the kitchen Great answer. Last trip there.
Great variety of meals whether it be breakfast, lunch or supper. Priced reasonable. and very friendly atmosphere.
Enjoyed my Haddock sandwich with the Mac'Cheese I had today for lunch off your special board. We'll be back. Forgot to take a picture, but will next time!
Basic Diner. Had breakfast. We didn't like the fact that the bacon was the pre-made bacon with extremely thin pieces. Potatoes were a bit undercooked and served cold. omelets were just OK and nothing special. first cup of coffee was cold.
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