Diner Grill

Very simple, very cute inside, and very much worth checking out.The workers were very nice, and the food came out very quickly! I wasn't too hungry at the time, so I had only ordered onion rings. The food was great, and the batter was nicely cooked. My friend and I shared a banana milkshake, and it was really tasty. I definitely want to try the other flavors as well as just the actual meal items on the menu. It's 24 hours, so definitely find time to go, especially if you're looking for a late night snack or meal!

This modest diner is a sort of real-life version of the 1942 Edward Hopper painting, "Nighthawks." It's a living museum of urban America in the '30s and '40s. The narrow eatery with its 13-stool counter is unpretentious and immaculately clean, and the food is simple and relatively inexpensive. It's a treat to watch the action on the griddle and witness the sizzle and aroma of multiple items cooking at once. Theirs was an "open kitchen" long before that term was invented! Expectedly, the short-order menu featuring breakfast standards and familiar sandwiches is neither trendy nor diet-friendly. Steak n' eggs? Of course. Salad? Don't make me laugh. Nearly every item is loaded with carbs and/or fat. Moreover, the cook keeps squirting a yellowish liquid onto the grill to prevent food from sticking. Never mind, it's okay to indulge once in a while. The double cheeseburgers are yummylicious, and we absolutely must return to have breakfast here. The friendly banter among regulars makes this a good place to go if you're feeling lonely.

5 stars for the diner grill! This spot is great and it is everything you could want from a diner. It is small, so make sure that you got at a good time to secure a spot at the diner bar! We got two skillets and a waffle with ice cream to share which was great.I will be going back here for breakfast, lunch and dinner because they are open for 24 hours. Fun fact, they were open in the 30s! Great spot in Lakeview!

Diner Grill is a spot that I would like to keep to myself, but I feel it's time to share the wealth. This diner is my go-to spot with friends and family since they offer everything from breakfast to dinner items 24/7. They're always open to keep you fed. I mean it can't get any better than that, right?!It's like having a local Benihana! (maybe a little of a stretch lol) but the food is cooked right in front of you and is always good. Furthermore, the cooks are always nice and helpful in making sure your order comes out to your liking.Hence, I love their skillets and Cubano sandwiches, along with their pulled pork fries. The milkshakes are creamy and are worth the higher charge ($5.75) instead of a regular soft drink. This diner is rather small with only a few booths but remember you can always get pick-up or delivery. However, I think sitting down and hanging out with friends/ family really makes the place. Highly recommend!

The Slinger is everything and more! I've finally got to try this diner, the home of the slinger. I've always thought the slinger would be a burger, but it's nothing like what I expected. Two over easy eggs side by side on top of burger patties on top a pile of hashbrowns all covered in chili. It is a huge meal. Definitely enough to share, but if you finish it yourself you can sign a certificate and put it on the wall. It was an interesting, tasty combo but with all familiar ingredients so it wasn't strange. I enjoyed it. Unfortunately, I didn't get to be on the wall that night. I'll come back and try again!This place is small, cute, and gives the classic diner vibe with 10 seats at the counter. However, they do have more seating outside on the patio. I'll definitely be coming back to try their other menu items with the ultimate goal of being on wall!

Diner Grill. Home of the slinger. My beloved. I've only gotten a milkshake and fries every time but it has the most special place in my heart. The food is lowkey like sorta mid but on the upper tier. Still. I am #1 fan.

I've walked by this restaurant for years and every time we said we needed to check it out. Finally did and it hit the spot. I went in planning to get a burger but the aroma of fried eggs & bacon were too good to pass up. Eggs were perfectly cooked, bacon was delicious, fries were crispy. The pancakes & french toast looked amazing. Definitely will be coming here more often when in the mood for diner food.

Best classic diner in Chicago! I needed a late night meal and this place was the perfect spot. It's a little diner with only barstool seating and super quick service. Their menu is HUGE so they have just about everything you could want from a diner. Everything we ordered was delicious, to the point that we had to stop ourselves from ordering more. They have a bunch of milkshakes to choose from (which is good because you can't go to a diner and not get a milkshake). Overall my best diner experience in Chicago. It's not one of those fake uppity places that design themselves to look like a diner - this is the real deal. What you see is what you get. They also had an interesting food challenge type of thing so I recommend trying that out because I didn't have the stomach to do so.

Hungry at midnight? It's a real diner with all that you would expect. Well run and fun to watch the activity behind the counter. Limited seating in colder weather, but they have outside seating in the summer.

Loved everything about this place. Not sure I've had better chilaquiles on the north side. The Slammer was both delicious and ostentatious-- I was not drinking but I imagine it'd be even better if you were tanked. The breakfast burrito is also not to be missed and a great deal given its size. They were fast, friendly and the place was incredibly clean. Will undoubtedly be back.