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Rudford's Restaurant
Diner, American Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
North Park, San Diego
"The Big Nick is no joke."(3 Tips)
"Great retro 24 hour diner perfect for Sunday brunch with the kids"(7 Tips)
"Order the #22 Breakfast with crinkle fries"(2 Tips)
"Delicious french dip!"(3 Tips)
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The chicken and waffles are worth a trip to this late night greasy spoon!!! Great late night food as well as a good breakfast spot!!!
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Rudfords is an institution. Nothing fancy, just good food like grandma use to make. No fancy fusion or combination of foods thought up by a chef trying to be different. It is good comfort food!!Upvote6Downvote
Wow! Huge portions, food arrives piping hot. Crinkle fries, crispy has browns, crispy corned beef hash, big omelettes. The French Dip- huge portion of tasty, juicy beef, prepared and cooked here!Upvote5Downvote
Consistent friendly service, add red booth diner atmosphere with yummy options for breakfast lunch or dinner + daily specials and alcoholic beverages like bloody Marys.UpvoteDownvote
Emy RenglerSeptember 16, 2017This place is awesome it's open late and I just can't express how huge the portions are! Perfect for that midnight cravingUpvote1Downvote
Kian LaviMay 16, 2017Used to be my haunt while living in North Park. So many good memories showing up here trashed and getting my stomach massaged with delicious grease and pie.UpvoteDownvote
Been at this location since Kennedy was President. Delicious food in an old school diner setting. 24 hours a day you can get your munch on.UpvoteDownvote
AmayaApril 24, 2017Great diner (sort of luncheonette style) yummy pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and salads. Taco salad is my favUpvoteDownvote- The service is very friendly! Big menu and open 24 hours. Great 50's type diner. Lots of selection.UpvoteDownvote
Destiny LeshayApril 19, 2016This place is a cute little 24 hour joint. The pancakes are good. The cinnamon roll comes with a THICK LAYER of icing.
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Liam WatsonAugust 20, 2011Nice stop in the middle of San Diego, real 50's style diner with more chrome and little cliche. Open 24 hours and fantastic meals. If you're poor, a Chicken Salad Sandwich is recommended.Upvote1Downvote
Larry GilbertOctober 12, 2013Ask for grapefruit juice and you will get Ocean Spray Ruby Red. (I'm not saying that's good or bad; I'm just saying.)UpvoteDownvote
Govind RamabadranAugust 12, 2012Charger omelette with cheese and avocado and home fries are amazing!
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V VMarch 20, 2011Open since 1949!! That's crazy! Gotta go eat here at least to see what keeps a restaurant open fir so long.Upvote1Downvote
Olga PashkinDecember 8, 2011This place has got it all, my GO TO SPOT! Always consistent quality and friendly staff.UpvoteDownvote
- Katya BeattyJanuary 1, 2012Great retro 24 hour diner perfect for Sunday brunch with the kids and after-party breakfast.
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I had the huevos rancheros. They were excellent. Outstanding customer service too. So far, way better than Denny's and ihop.Upvote1Downvote
Make sure to tip the graveyard shift fat when you come here!Upvote1Downvote
Suzanne LefebvreJanuary 29, 2017Bus boys are out of control and should mind their own business, instead of hassling the customers. Cannot enjoy a meal, with their stupid remarks. Jose B. is rude - needs to be replaced.UpvoteDownvote
Kat SorensonDecember 30, 2011The Salsa is THE BOMB! I order breakfast everytime just so I can dump salsa all over it!UpvoteDownvote
SWEET ROLL! But only when they are fresh like at 5-6 in the morning. Amazing!UpvoteDownvote
Love the meatloaf special on Tuesdays with brown gravy.UpvoteDownvote
Late Dinner with Hubby and FriendsUpvoteDownvote
Diane PinkertonOctober 7, 2010Try the spinach and cream cheese omlette! I can't eat eggs any other way anymore, even at home :DUpvote1Downvote
Gina Caldera-LatorreJune 17, 2012The apple betty is delicious, but only served on Sundays.Upvote2Downvote
- Celebration DinnerUpvoteDownvote
- Meatloaf special on Tuesday is really good with their brown gravy and steak fries.UpvoteDownvote
I have yet to find better biscuits and gravy anywhere else. DELICIOUS.UpvoteDownvote
Open 24 hours so it's always a good choice.Upvote1Downvote
Missie De Leeuw-BonoDecember 13, 2009Great milkshakes. Historical San Diego diner for you history buffs. Waitresses are funny.Upvote3Downvote
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Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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