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Studio Diner
Diner and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Kearny Mesa, San Diego
"Love the Monte Cristo Sandwich!!"(7 Tips)
"Best Monte Christo in SD"(3 Tips)
"The fish n chips is huge..and awesome"(6 Tips)
"The whole belly clam strips and lobster roll are amazing!"(4 Tips)
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Carl PattersonMarch 21, 2018I absolutely loved this restaurant. The food was amazing and the staff there was very friendly and polite. We went there in the morning and we had a great breakfast! Definitely worth a return visit.
Always a great atmosphere! Good food, very reasonably priced! Open 24 hours! There's nothing not to like about Studio Diner! And tonight Kambra rocked it as our waitress!
Peter CivardiFebruary 8, 2015Been there a couple of times. It's like a well run NY/Long Island diner. The owners/manager really know their stuff. The layout and cleanliness, the service, and especially the food is a solid "A".
Arrie BrownSeptember 12, 2016Huge pancakes. They even have Monte Cristo's! I'm from Washington and have similar restaurants but the friendly staff, food, and overall look of the restaurant topped it off.
Colleen AlarconJune 20, 2015I hadn't been here in awhile. I love their fried clams. Really good and a treat. The clam chowder was OK. They do have killer shakes here. Love their menu, and that you can get food at anytime!
Colleen AlarconJuly 10, 2015Good late night spot. Lobster rolls are a little small for the price but tasty. Fried clams were fresh but a little gritty. Great shakes. Food in general is very good.
Ashley ChoiMarch 23, 2016chicken pot pie dinner with mash, asparagus, sweet potato waffle fries, chocolate malts, all excellent! especially on 24hr open weekends!
Delyn SimonsAugust 31, 2018Inside is LOUD, but salads and sandwiches are excellent. Eat on the patio is you want to hear the conversation at your own table.
Really good american style breakfast. The burgers are not bad but make sure you save room for the banana split! 😊
Luke WangNovember 7, 2015Traditional diner with a modern design. Extensive menu with great options on sandwiches and burgers.
Jennifer QuijadaFebruary 28, 2015The service is awesome! They are ready to help make sure you get a fantastic dining experience! Extremely recommended!- BradJune 29, 2013The whole belly clam strips and lobster roll are amazing! Kinda pricey, but well worth it. Just like you get on the east coast.
I've been coming here for quite a while and honestly I've never had something I didn't like. The big win though, Mac N Cheeeeeeese!
Susan KingMarch 16, 2015A real studio & a real diner! What else do you need to know? Oh, great food, too!
Beto CardosoJanuary 1, 2015Great new diner in Kearny Mesa, East Coast style. The soups are available in cups or bowls and they're awesome!
- Everything here is good! Love the Monte Cristo Sandwich!!
ChristyJuly 22, 2012Great omlettes, I had one with avocados and mushrooms had a cute name forget what it was though. Good coffee too!
San Diego's Bowl GamesDecember 8, 2010Show us your game ticket to the 2010 Holiday Bowl and you’ll get a FREE cup of Excellent soup or an appetizer* when you order an entrée & a beverage! (*not including the “East Coast Sampler”)
LorAnnaJuly 30, 2012The monte cristo will make u sick if u eat it all. Deep fried craziness. Damn good just for a few bites. This is fair food!
Colleen AlexanderNovember 2, 2014We came here after a night of Halloween drinking. Reminded us of home, just like a NJ diner!!
it's not on the menu,but ask to sub out your vanilla ice cream with cookies n cream
Madie GibsonMarch 3, 2013The BLT has more bacon on it than you can finish...I feel my arteries clogging...in a good way.
facebook.com/4DJAOMarch 22, 2011The service was pretty terriable tonight. Maybe short staffed idk? This has never been the case before so i will be back again. Food was 100% as always! Great Work.
txtMovieClubAugust 15, 2010Tmc loves the studio diner. Stop much movie memorabilia and awesome food. Just wish txtmovieclub.com offered free movie screenings in San Diego.
Insanely good chili. Samson steak sandwich great. Very good breakfast
The Fish & Chips: A fish the size of your forearm. It's one menacing meal
The fish & chips are HUGE! Make sure you're REALLY hungry our have a friend to split it with!
Rob SJanuary 21, 2012Be ready for the fish n chips. It looks like a whale tale, but tasty after removing the thick beer batter
You can get the awesome mac and cheese as a side. Do it!
Michael HopkinsNovember 5, 2015Food is okay...we waited 30 minutes for a table and 30 minutes for some pretty simple breakfast dishes. Last place to go for a 8 am business meeting.
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Decorated with “behind-the-scenes” movie-making equipment and serving comfort food with an upscale vibe, Studio Diner is fun for the senses.
Closed until 5:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 5:30 AM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- 24 Hours
(858) 715-6400
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer
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