29 Best Diners in Houston

“We received quick, attentive service. Monique did great in taking our order and checking in.My kids loved the food which was two AllAmerican slams and the new French toast slam. I had the ultimate omelette which I love with some hot sauce.I do “

“Quick and delicious option if you're pressed for time and have a huge appetite. I love that they are family oriented and have been around forever. Working miracles on Shepherd for YEARS. A N Shepherd treasure that must be protected at all costs.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs or ramps with two easily accessible doors for the patrons.“

“We love just about everything we’ve eaten here. Can’t beat the breakfast choices or the prices. We take advantage of the over 55 menu and they have an excellent grilled salmon for about $10. And a really wonderful iced coffee. Our favorite server Deb is a hoot. Join their club and get good discounts. Sometimes you just want a decent meal at a decent price and this is it. Breakfast all day and night without breaking the bank.“

“The food was great my cook was jessica and she personally came to greet me and ask if my steak was cooked the way i liked it... My server was christina and she made sure my coffee mug was always filled up and that everybody at the table was good i will totally be coming back 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I visited this location on our way back from Dallas this morning ⛅️ and I was greeted promptly and our visit just went from great to amazing. Francisco was our server ? such a joyful and great personality. Make sure you ask for him when visiting t this location .“

“Review 2 - Amazing place as always, I really like the avocado burger and also the chicken and waffle with the powdered sugar and a side of butter is perfection, I assume the butter is for the waffle but when I dip the chicken in the butter it makes it so much better. I come to this location often, since the first time I’ve been hooked.Review 1 - I had the (Sugar Free) cherry pie with vanilla ice cream on top and it was amazing. The place is clean and very appealing, definitely want to come back with some friends to have a good time at this place.“

“Truly enjoyed my Saturday morning experience! Staff was super nice and attentive. I asked for recommendations and they did not disappoint. Excellent latte and delicious ultimate southern chicken biscuit. Lots of interesting options to choose from. I will definitely be back.“

“Excellent services. Yessica went beyond and made us feel like home. Her charisma spoke of her and the way she treated not just our tables but the other tables too, playing with the kids. Is not just a moment, is her live and we witness her commitment. No words can describe this gratitude for someone that provides excellent service like her. Blessings we will come back and because the place is cleand plus this type of service is beyond great!! Thanks Jessica (jisel), Manny blessing Chris and Blanca“

“Chicken Fried Steak here is sooooo DELICIOUS! Their white gravy is good too & the Crepes were perfectly cooked! This is a cool little spot that me and Pops like to eat at every now and then. Super tight seating, but worth the squeeze for the food & service. Check this place out if your in the Spring Branch/290 & Mangum area!“

“Avalon is everything you expect from a classic diner. Old booths, dusty fans, and pop memorabilia. A sassy grandma greeting you from a booth while she eats her own food. Lightning fast food that tastes great, and a fantastic server like Ronnie, who is genuinely happy to serve you.When I got up to take a photo of the food, Ronnie said he needed to be in it, too ?.“

“It was the most humbling experience eating a breakfast meal that I did enjoy . It might not been the cleanest looking inside where I decided to sit at first but the experience and food each time was amazing. I even felt the food was better the second time ,In hopes to eat there soon again . It’s hard to get scrambled eggs right and they was very close that time . I would Recommend you coming late at night or early in the morning . In the morning is more people but it didn’t matter much to me ; will be back and will recommend the experience if you are not far or in the area .“

“My family and I really enjoyed this 80’s style diner. The decor was impressive, the music was fantastic and our server ChefMarrio was great. My daughters and I really enjoyed selecting songs to play on the Jukebox app that we could then watch on the big projection screen. There aren’t many cool places like this around, and they could use your business. Go pay them a visit!“

“The server Monse is Great, came out and had a positive smile and very kind. My family was very pleased. Everything came out fast and correct. She even went beyond and made sure my son's food was separated from everything else. Who is highly allergic to the major 5 groups. Definitely will ask for Monse next time.“

“Compared to other Dennys this one is the best! No wait time, food was amazing and came out hot and fresh. Service was excellent and very fast. Their general manager, Carlos, came out to check on us and to see if everything was good. I'll definitely be coming more often.“

“Have mercy .. What a beautiful way to introduce my youngest to what my favorite diner tastes like,It's been 20 years and it's exactly like I left it,Best grub in town, super clean, very cool staff,No problem sitting down for a much needed smile.Everytime I'm in Houston ,Y'all make it all ok.Kid-friendliness: My 10 year old told me ,This is like a place I've seen in the movies,I told him,' it was in a movie , back when I lived here "My kid just loved the atmosphere,“

“Even though it was Thanksgiving and everyone should have been home with their family, the staff were extremely happy and friendly. Our waitress and young man that kept our coffee ☕️ cups full could not have treated us better. I will always come to this Dennys who treat their consumers like friends ♥️ And the food was very good!“

“I haven't eaten at Dennys since 2009. The Employers were wonderful. Very unique and talented. Very professional and sweet. Very hard-working and very thoughtful also seem very altruistic and charming to one another. These people were very good to me. Look forward to coming back. The food was well done and fresh and extremely eat able.“

“Our server, Liz, was on point. From the moment we walked in the door she was attentive to us. Her service and smile definitely made the meal experience betterI usually go to ihop because it’s 1 minute away from my house, but I’m glad I drove the 10 minutes and got servedt by Liz.Will be back to this location.“

“I gotta give 5 stars cuz whoever is the cook needs a raise food was amazing.....my server was horrible.i dont know her name she didnt introduce herself. Skinny black hair mexican girl.....i tipped 5$ cuz i knew it would go to the server.i really wanted to tip the cook.i would eat here again and get take out only.... the waitress never came bacj to the table so i can pay we had to go to the front i started to tip her nothing but i left 5 i knew it would go to her.i personally tip $40 no matter the price of food if service is good. I came with 3 kids.The server was late coming to our table,we had food but no utensils,took forever for her to come take a drink order and eve. Longer to bring the drinks.she sucked.she stood over my babby with a hot cup of coffee i had to physically remove my son.But the food omg.i had grits a ham biscuits and gravy tasted like how my granny used to make the. It was finger licking good.. My kids had a big bowl of fruit and pancakes. The sausages were amazing. The bacon was crisp. The eggs were amazing...the potatoes were amazing with cheese omgCan we personally tip cooks????Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly just get your waitresses to watch out for hot items with kids“

“This Denny's is pretty new. It's a bit small, but the food & service make up for it. Our server ( I didn't catch her name ?) was amazing she absolutely went above and beyond, and she was witty but not in a rude way ! Will definitely be back!“

“Young lady Esmeralda waiting on our table was outstanding. She waited with great attitude on 10 Chinese old men at our table. She never missed a beat. Great jobThe other staff members can and should learn from this young woman. The tired old waitresses should look at this example of a great service“

“Wife took me for breakfast recently. The diner was full of locals and we just had a short wait for a table. I loved the atmosphere of the place and the vibe. Took me back to simplier times....No one seemed to be in a hurry and people were enjoying there meal and the company at their table. Got a table shortly thereafter and ordered our breakfast. Friendly staff. I ordered the Migas and coffee. Our meals arrived quickley and hot. The waitress kept my coffee cup filled, in which I appreciate. We took our time to eat and enjoyed the old school environment. Looking forward to returning again in the short future for breakfast or will have lunch. Highly reccommend!“

“The service at this location was great and the food was very delicious.We ate pancakes and other sides.My dude had the 7.99 deal with two pancakes,eggs, hash browns,two sausages,two stripes of bacon,great deal right.I had the $6.59 deal with two pancakes,eggs with cheese,two sausages.We both ordered a sweet tea.The bill was very reasonable.It was my time to treat, and I only paid $22 something.The total bill was under $23.Dennys is a restaurant where you can have whatever you want any time of the day"Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.Its items for the whole entire family.You all should one day.I didn't take any pics this time.Parking: Easy to parkKid-friendliness: Kids loves this restaurantWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchairs are able to go up a ramp“

“I haven’t been to a Denny’s in years and will be back sooner after this visit. Friendly service, food arrived quickly, and the food was delicious.Kid-friendliness: We felt comfortable with our kids and the food came out quickly so they didn’t have a chance to get bored.“

“If I could give 10 stars, I would!! This was my first time at this location, and I've been going to Dennys since before I was born; but in all my years, I have NEVER experienced this level of customer service!! Omar was my server, but the entire team, including the manager, was awesome. From the moment I walked in, I could see they were busy, but I was greeted and seated within minutes. I received my startoff drink and several team members checked on me while I was waiting on my order.Whether it was checking to make sure someone was taking care of me, or someone reassuring me that my order was coming, I appreciated it. My order came prepared the way I asked it to be and Omar never failed to check in to see if I was good. I don't even live in this area, but this won't be the last time I come here. Thank you!!!“

“Omg , great customer service by Sherlyn E. I walked into this restaurant and she greeted me with a smile. I can tell it was a genuine smile.She was so professional and polite. Just because of her service I will definitely be coming back.Keep that beautiful smile and great hospitality ❤️Parking: Great partimg spots any tiny!!“

“Great service from Alberto, deserves a raise for the way he goes on and beyond to provide great costumer service. Luis the manager was very attentive to our costumer service. He spoke to us and felt like a whole different dennys, usually this location a bit of a miss but you can see how the atmosphere and vibe is changing for the better. Thank you Luis and Alberto, best regards.“

“I was needing a turkey dinner and got one and took one home to my son. Maybe the waiter was new. It would have been great if he came back to check on us I could have gotten some water. It took a while to get the check so long that my friend had to go to the kitchen and ask for it. Noticing he was surrounded be all the ladies. Anyway, keep teaching the wait staff to always be aware and customers won't walk out because it took ages to be waited on.“

“The reason I’m giving this place a five star review when it’s just a fast food place is because Denny’s has never done me wrong. Just like waffle house I feel like there is a certain expectation that you have to have while entering and as long as you have that expectation, then the high standards will fall apart, and you will come in with realistic feelings.the staff here has always treated me kindly and like family and as long as you play with them and have a good time, then they will have a good time. Remember that they work long shifts and also there is people from many different walks of life that need jobs so please support them as much as you can. As always much love from Houston and the universe.Parking: good parking for the amount of peopleKid-friendliness: good for familiesWheelchair accessibility: good accessibility“