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Penrose Diner

Penrose Diner

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South Philadelphia, Philadelphia
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8.4/10
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    NBC Philadelphia
    "breakfast at this South Philly staple before heading to the game."(3 Tips)
    Sarina
    "Great for breakfast or to grab a bite to eat late at night!"(21 Tips)
    Jasmine J.
    "Fast service and great food!"(9 Tips)
    Tomson V.
    "Philly cheese steak sandwich was really tasty!"(9 Tips)
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  • Jasmine J.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine JuarezDecember 24, 2018
    Fast service and great food! Staff was pleasant and eager to provide excellent customer service. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.
  • Ashley P.heart icon on user image
    Ashley ParkerJune 5, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Guaranteed Good Eats! The food for any meal is consistently good! Been coming here for years when in town! Quality diner in Philly!!
    Upvoted Sep 29
  • Leah B.heart icon on user image
    Leah BMay 3, 2016
    French toast (6 halves) is great with maple syrup and butter! Bowl of oatmeal is good as well, hint of cinnamon
  • The Travelerheart icon on user image
    The TravelerAugust 25, 2019
    Went for breakfast 2 eggs over easy rye toast home fries, coffee, juice and scrapple Cost around $9 A little high for breakfast But service was friendly coffee was hot and breakfast was good. 😋😋
  • Kristen N.heart icon on user image
    Kristen NagyDecember 30, 2016
    Such a diverse menu! But warning, the entrees are huge! Definitely recommend coming here if everyone in your group wants different types of cuisine.
  • Jasmine J.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine JuarezDecember 24, 2018
    My Pancakes were fluffy and delicious, and my picky eater devoured her HUGE kids pancakes.
  • Sarinaheart icon on user image
    SarinaJune 16, 2016
    Great for breakfast or to grab a bite to eat late at night! The food is consistent and they have a great variety of desserts!
  • judith s.heart icon on user image
    judith schillerApril 1, 2016
    Everything is good. I've never had a bad or mediocre meal there and the employees and servers are friendly and helpful.
  • Jennifer A.
    Jennifer AMarch 12, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Since the fall of the Melrose a few years ago, this is the new diner to go to in South Philly. Great food, great people! You are bound to run into someone you know if you live in South Philly : )
  • Darryl F.heart icon on user image
    Darryl ForsterAugust 21, 2013
    Cheese steak was great! Make sure you ask for mushrooms, onions & peppers unless you just want meat & cheese.
  • James B.
    James BarnesApril 13, 2013
    Here for the first time just got our tickets for the Phillies game next week having a nice day with my family I love them so much
  • Rene S.heart icon on user image
    Rene StoutSeptember 21, 2018
    The food is Delicious! The chocolate cheesecake is scrumptious!
  • Steve N.
    Steve NaimoliDecember 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Like all places, it's hit or miss. Took 3 waitresses before we ordered, and it's pretty amazing that you need to explain what a hot roast beef sandwich is... Sometimes it's the twilight zone here.
  • Charles T.heart icon on user image
    Charles TysonDecember 20, 2019
    Everything is great! Try the crab soup and the Impossible Burger!
  • Joseph P.heart icon on user image
    Joseph PomoneJuly 28, 2017
    Had an awesome breakfast. Definitely going back next time I'm in town.
  • Anthony S.
    Anthony SchindellNovember 1, 2011
    Best diner in so. Phila. They turn out breakfast like none other. Line can be intimidating on a Sun morning but never waited more then a few minutes.
  • Alan-Arthur A.heart icon on user image
    Alan-Arthur AureliaAugust 13, 2017
    Solid food and service. I cleaned my plate. Veggie burgers are very good there.
  • Tomson V.
    Tomson VargheseOctober 18, 2014
    Philly cheese steak sandwich was really tasty! Good prices - affordable! Our hostess offered horrible service!!
  • Retna S.heart icon on user image
    Retna SlaterMay 29, 2018
    Get the crab cakes , very delicious
  • Johnathan C.heart icon on user image
    Johnathan CooperMay 7, 2013
    My waitress Sara was really nice and the staff was really professional even at 2am. I will def go back there again.
  • David B.
    David B.December 31, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Starting 1/1/19, Penrose is no longer going to be 24 hours. New hours are 6 am to midnight daily.
  • Jon H.
    Jon HamlinJune 11, 2013
    The meals are huge and delicious. You can't go wrong.
  • Rich D.heart icon on user image
    Rich DornischApril 27, 2015
    Great food, good price.
  • Josina W.
    Josina WilliamsAugust 13, 2012
    French Toast is to die for! More addictive then a line of coke.
  • Andrew
    AndrewDecember 3, 2017
    Corned beef & Pastrami Club was excellent!
  • Chevrolet
    ChevroletSeptember 20, 2010
    Classic Americana, this diner is classic South Philadelphia. This is well-oiled Diner machine! Expect quick food and friendly service.
  • Kathy B.heart icon on user image
    Kathy BattersonDecember 14, 2016
    Coffee and apple pie, ,,, after a day of shopping, our waiter Michael is fantastic, ,,,,
  • Kathy B.heart icon on user image
    Kathy BattersonDecember 5, 2016
    Was just in here, service was fantastic and our waiter Michael was awesome...
  • Elana A.heart icon on user image
    Elana AmirApril 5, 2016
    Egg Benedict with lox was the best choice
  • Eric E B.
    Eric E BayirAugust 7, 2017
    The smallest Philly cheesesteak I had in the city, without anything inside, and its taste was not that good. No WiFi inside Penrose. Total failure, I regret to have gone there. By the way, not cheap!
  • Ryan K.heart icon on user image
    Ryan KhouryMarch 27, 2015
    Solid local spot. Hit up those pancakes!!!
  • Michael P.heart icon on user image
    Michael PerJune 12, 2016
    Great spot in S. Philly Nicely decorated and recently renovated! The food was delicious and served hot. Staff was pleasant and very accommodating too. Love it!
  • Lataeya C.heart icon on user image
    Lataeya CarrJune 14, 2014
    Watch out for the roaches....sometimes their seated at the table waiting for you when you get there
  • Kimberley I.
    Kimberley IkardJune 20, 2013
    The best place to go for a great tuna melt. The absolute best.
  • Meg B.heart icon on user image
    Meg BoogJune 7, 2015
    Turkey ham, Frenchtoast, &shrimp parm, oh my !!
  • March 12, 2019
    Their breakfast is awesome
  • Thomas F.
    Thomas Fynes Jr.August 21, 2013
    the lunch specials are really good
  • Latesha C.heart icon on user image
    Latesha CarterApril 7, 2015
    Love love the oatmeal 😋😋😋😋
  • Kilo H.
    Kilo HarrisonMay 31, 2012
    Fried stuffed ravioli appetizers. Good.....
  • Meg B.heart icon on user image
    Meg BoogJanuary 1, 2015
    Everything !! No. Really !!
  • Miss C.heart icon on user image
    Miss CherryApril 29, 2016
    Great breakfast spot
  • Lisa
    LisaJune 13, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Food is good. Waitress very nice and pleasant. Older hostess major attitude. Not friendly at all. Like she couldn't be bothered.
  • Dave C.
    Dave CalabroFebruary 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't expect to have a quiet meal if they sit you all the way in the back. That's where they usually put all of the rowdy young kids.
  • Ben C.
    Ben ConleyApril 8, 2012
    The eggs benedict are fantastic
  • Amber R.
    Amber RoseAugust 6, 2011
    Definitely try the French Toast. AMAZING!! <3
  • Maryanne R.
    Maryanne Rice FiedlerNovember 9, 2010
    Stop in for breakfast! And, hey, you're in Philly so order the scrapple!
  • Kathleen A.
    Kathleen ArensJune 21, 2013
    Egg sandwiches are amazing!
  • Emily S.
    Emily SmithJune 3, 2012
    Buffalo chicken cheesesteak is amazing!!
  • Mia R.
    Mia RossiAugust 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the honey mustard. You won't be disappointed!
  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris ScarcelleFebruary 9, 2016
    The coffee is still rockin after 35 years
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