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Down Home Diner

Diner and American Restaurant$$$$

Chinatown, Philadelphia

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Down Home Diner

6.9^/10

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The experts at Philadelphia Magazine and Visit Philly recommend this place
"Cheesesteak and Mac and cheese was awesome."(5 Tips)
"Yummy breakfast burrito.."(7 Tips)
"Best cheese fries."(3 Tips)
"two poached barnyard eggs"(3 Tips)

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Ivy Agnes NguyenJune 6, 2015
Great pancakes, great retro diner design, nice jukebox up front! Nice, beautiful waitresses, too.
Van OlmsteadJuly 31, 2018
Somebody recommended the Philly Cheesesteak Scram — cheesesteak with scrambled eggs. Came with fruit, toast and home fries. It was all good
Philadelphia MagazineAugust 14, 2012
For a hearty meal of Lancaster County scrapple under two poached barnyard eggs, Down Home Diner is the place to go. Or just get some Philadelphia style scrapple on the side. Read more
RoxieJuly 20, 2013
Like everyone in Philly, they may seem unfriendly for a second, but are actually SUPER nice. Food is great, get the Corn-hoes
Visit PhillySeptember 19, 2012
When the crew of her budget travel show $40 a Day rolled into Philly, Rachael Ray found plenty of delicious bargains here at the Down Home Diner.
Ricky SherrillAugust 8, 2016
Finally had the scrapple and I am now a fan. Still don't want to know what's in it but it's so good. Almost beats bacon...
Michelle MoreauJanuary 14, 2012
Can safely accommodate gluten- free diners for breakfast. Try a veggie scramble. Great sauteed apples too.
Nick RynesOctober 30, 2014
The hamburger was fresh and local from the market, as well as the buns.
MyPhillyAliveNovember 2, 2012
If you love breakfast, make sure you get Jack McDavid's home fries aka potatos. Excellent.
Dan ChamberlainApril 18, 2019
Cheesesteak and Mac and cheese was awesome.
SerenaMarch 26, 2011
Great homemade food from all local ingredients, and insanely cheap. Get the scrapple!
Sinamen WhiteSeptember 4, 2011
They don't have combos here so be prepared to order your meal al a carte. They also dnt hve splenda so bring your own if its a necessity.
Marie BNovember 5, 2011
Turkey Club here is the best. They use turkey straight from the bird...none of that cold cut BS.
Jefferson EngJuly 2, 2023
#sundaymorningbreakfast before a visit to @philamuseum of #art
Ali HarrisJune 16, 2013
Coffee is kinda expensive. Also, when there is a dish with gravy, expect your plate to be primarily gravy with a side of food...
Maida RodriguezSeptember 1, 2014
Yummy breakfast burrito.. With Maple Turkey sausage.
Barnabas PiperOctober 9, 2011
Their coffee is delicious, far better than most diners. Breakfast here is a fun, elicits experience.
G. Wa.January 30, 2020
Nice food homemade.
Michael LeisDecember 23, 2024
Always solid!
DK DavisJuly 14, 2013
Good diner food.
Corner TavernFebruary 20, 2012
Great diner. Get the Whole Grain Flapjacks. Outstandi@
M. WilliamsDecember 5, 2013
Their version of Sheppards pie is beef stew with mashed potatoes piled on top. I definitely would NOT recommend it. :-(
M. WilliamsDecember 5, 2013
Their version of Sheppards pie is beef stew with mashed potatoes piled on top. I definitely would NOT recommend it. :-(
Tamika Jones-WhiteMay 3, 2014
Cheese steak was perfect. #guilty pleasure
Chalie OlderMay 8, 2014
Good fish platters
Jordan DJuly 28, 2013
Best cheese fries. Ever.
Andrew SmithFebruary 23, 2012
pretty much a standard whenever i find myself in the reading terminal
Chalie OlderMay 8, 2014
Good catfish
Alison TApril 3, 2011
Great diner with fast service.
Andy GradelDecember 24, 2010
sweet potato soup was awesome... should have gone for a bowl instead of a cup.
Kristin L.October 18, 2012
Delicious!!!
Scott TysonNovember 28, 2010
Try the Philly Cheesesteaks!
Jack LindbergDecember 10, 2010
beware not to sit at the counter during the winter... cold air constantly from the doors opening
Ned BNovember 19, 2011
Scrapple sammich!
Stephanie SmolukFebruary 19, 2010
good place to meet friends... Read more
Milena LoureiroAugust 10, 2014
Peça o Philly's Cheesesteak!!! É enorme e vem com generosa porção de fritas!
Veronika GuillenJune 15, 2016
Atencion muy rápida, porciones bastante grandes.

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