Abel's Diner
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Customers' Favorites
Scrambled Eggs and Bacon Plate
Abel's Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Sandwich
Reasonable Price
Denver Omelette
Mashed Potatoes
Diner Potatoes
Bread Pudding
Chopped Steak
Abel's Diner Reviews
463 ratings
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First time here, absolutely loved everything about it! Must try!
Great food and large portions, service is alway great friendly and very helpful and the atmosphere very inviting.
Second time at this restaurant. Love their Wednesday Special of beef tips over white rice. Family atmosphere and attentive staff. I recommend the beef tips meal while my daughter & husband love their clam chowder
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 2PM |
Abel's Diner is a lively spot for breakfast and lunch, known for its fresh food, friendly atmosphere, and excellent service. The menu offers down-home cooking, including a notable pork cutlet, meatloaf, and chicken fried chicken, which many customers describe as perfection. The beef tips over white rice and double bacon cheeseburgers are popular, with the burgers praised for being fresh, homemade, and large. Many diners also enjoy the onion rings, which have received high praise. The freshly brewed tea is a highlight, and many customers recommend trying the delicious cinnamon rolls with raisins and pecans, along with flavorful coffee. The bread pudding has become an addiction for some diners. The staff is commended for their friendliness and attentiveness, with many noting the welcoming atmosphere created by team members like Traci, Martha, Kailey, and Feliciana. Customers hope for breakfast to be served all day long, as it is a favorite for many.
Recent reviews mention that service is always great, and the place remains popular with the older generation, often crowded. One visitor was traveling through and found everything made fresh, especially praising the chicken & waffles as the best they've had. The waitress was very friendly, even giving water for the dog and sharing tips about the San Antonio area. Others highlight the daily specials as filling and reasonably priced, with fast, attentive wait staff. The clam chowder was described as "the bomb," and the warm, small-town restaurant ambiance adds to the charm of Abel's Diner. Despite some concerns about portion sizes and to-go cup sizes since the restaurant was sold, many customers continue to enjoy the food and friendly service.