A charming diner. The interior of the diner is cozy, and the food is delicious. Staff were friendly and the diner does get fairly busy. They had accidentally forgotten the chocolate chips on my pancakes, and were nice enough to give me a discount after recooking the pancakes which I was appreciative of 🙂. I want to come back, and check out their lunch options too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancake
Brian
I used to bring the kids here for breakfast because they loved the counter dining and caboose aesthetic. Just had lunch here with my wife, who'd never been, and she loved it. Diner classics in an adorable space. This last visit I saw that the French fries are actually made on-premises and not coming out of a bag - a nice surprise. Definitely worth a visit.
When I think of a diner, I think huge plates at cheap prices, served quick.
This places does not meet that criteria.
Hash was just chopped up old dry pieces of ham and for $13 (they did take off $1 because I didn't get the bread), the portion was MUCH too small.
What is selling this place is it's ambience, as it is cozy and old-timey, the staff is nice, and it's a cool place for locals to congregate.
Otherwise, it's just another overpriced HV spot and nothing truly to write home about, unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Evan S
The perfect diner experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mitch
So slow service that we walked out after waiting for 40 minutes for food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jon Bogardus
Staff and food is very good always had a great experience if you like quaint This is the place to go. The old railroad car is great small but very Quaint, my wife and I love going here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Art Andersin
Dan’s Diner in Chatham feels like stepping back into a 1950s postcard — chrome gleaming, coffee pouring, and breakfast made to order just across a cool marble counter. The kind of place where service comes with a smile that’s real, not rehearsed, and the biscuits taste like someone still cares how they’re made. Best service. Best biscuits. Best wishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casey Deakins
The restaurant may want to ask this person to remove the photo of the restaurant off their cover photo if they're going to continue being openly ableist while they brag about discriminating against those who need service dogs. Fyi...its a 6 figured fine to do so.
William Pitcher
Very high cool factor. Just a small, well-restored trolley car diner in a rural location, with great food. I recommend the molehill, though someday I'll have a better appetite and go for the .mountain. both are among the signature breakfast options.
​​If you're looking for a reliable, classic dining spot in the area, Dan's Diner is worth a visit. The restaurant successfully maintains a classic, old-school feel, providing a comfortable and recognizable atmosphere that contributes significantly to its charm. ​The overall experience is consistently positive. The menu offers excellent food, delivering on the comforting diner staples you expect, and the staff provides great service, ensuring quick and attentive table service. ​A significant strength is the value; the menu is priced very fairly, offering a great price for the quality and reliable diner experience you receive. Dan's Diner is a highly recommended local visit for anyone seeking quality, value, and straightforward, classic charm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
H S
It's a diner. The real thing. Food cooked to order by nice folks. Not fast food, not fancy. It's a diner. Enjoy the experience for what it is - an unfussy taste of the last century, in an unlklely location - and have fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jonas G
Great burgers and fantastic breakfast, a must if you’re in the area
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gary Simcox
Perfect small town diner vibe with regulars popping in and a very relaxed vibe. You can watch all the food being cooked on the griddle right in front of you. Could easily spend a few hours enjoying and escaping the hustle and bustle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Capital District Reviews
This is a hidden gem of a place. Its on old 1930 diner trailer that was fully restored for current use. I stopped in a few Saturdays ago after a hunting trip. Great place to grab a bite after hunting, camping, hiking or whatever reason. All the food is made right in front of you. I had the cheese burger with French fries. Just classic diner fare. The place was packed so you know it's good. Most people were getting breakfast and no one leaves hungry. The food is very good and the 3 ladies working that day were really hustling. The woman doing all the cooking was 70 years old and was killing in the kitchen making everyone's meal. Kudos to those 3 employees. Dans dinner is the place to go in Chatham.
A charming diner. The interior of the diner is cozy, and the food is delicious. Staff were friendly and the diner does get fairly busy. They had accidentally forgotten the chocolate chips on my pancakes, and were nice enough to give me a discount after recooking the pancakes which I was appreciative of 🙂. I want to come back, and check out their lunch options too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancake
I used to bring the kids here for breakfast because they loved the counter dining and caboose aesthetic. Just had lunch here with my wife, who'd never been, and she loved it. Diner classics in an adorable space. This last visit I saw that the French fries are actually made on-premises and not coming out of a bag - a nice surprise. Definitely worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Rings, Grilled Cheese, Fried Eggs
When I think of a diner, I think huge plates at cheap prices, served quick.
This places does not meet that criteria.
Hash was just chopped up old dry pieces of ham and for $13 (they did take off $1 because I didn't get the bread), the portion was MUCH too small.
What is selling this place is it's ambience, as it is cozy and old-timey, the staff is nice, and it's a cool place for locals to congregate.
Otherwise, it's just another overpriced HV spot and nothing truly to write home about, unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
The perfect diner experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So slow service that we walked out after waiting for 40 minutes for food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Staff and food is very good always had a great experience if you like quaint This is the place to go. The old railroad car is great small but very Quaint, my wife and I love going here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan’s Diner in Chatham feels like stepping back into a 1950s postcard — chrome gleaming, coffee pouring, and breakfast made to order just across a cool marble counter. The kind of place where service comes with a smile that’s real, not rehearsed, and the biscuits taste like someone still cares how they’re made. Best service. Best biscuits. Best wishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The restaurant may want to ask this person to remove the photo of the restaurant off their cover photo if they're going to continue being openly ableist while they brag about discriminating against those who need service dogs. Fyi...its a 6 figured fine to do so.
Very high cool factor. Just a small, well-restored trolley car diner in a rural location, with great food. I recommend the molehill, though someday I'll have a better appetite and go for the .mountain. both are among the signature breakfast options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome place for breakfast!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
​​If you're looking for a reliable, classic dining spot in the area, Dan's Diner is worth a visit. The restaurant successfully maintains a classic, old-school feel, providing a comfortable and recognizable atmosphere that contributes significantly to its charm.
​The overall experience is consistently positive. The menu offers excellent food, delivering on the comforting diner staples you expect, and the staff provides great service, ensuring quick and attentive table service.
​A significant strength is the value; the menu is priced very fairly, offering a great price for the quality and reliable diner experience you receive. Dan's Diner is a highly recommended local visit for anyone seeking quality, value, and straightforward, classic charm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's a diner. The real thing. Food cooked to order by nice folks. Not fast food, not fancy. It's a diner. Enjoy the experience for what it is - an unfussy taste of the last century, in an unlklely location - and have fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great burgers and fantastic breakfast, a must if you’re in the area
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect small town diner vibe with regulars popping in and a very relaxed vibe. You can watch all the food being cooked on the griddle right in front of you. Could easily spend a few hours enjoying and escaping the hustle and bustle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a hidden gem of a place. Its on old 1930 diner trailer that was fully restored for current use. I stopped in a few Saturdays ago after a hunting trip. Great place to grab a bite after hunting, camping, hiking or whatever reason. All the food is made right in front of you. I had the cheese burger with French fries. Just classic diner fare. The place was packed so you know it's good. Most people were getting breakfast and no one leaves hungry. The food is very good and the 3 ladies working that day were really hustling. The woman doing all the cooking was 70 years old and was killing in the kitchen making everyone's meal. Kudos to those 3 employees. Dans dinner is the place to go in Chatham.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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