2024 Best Diners in San Francisco/Bay Area

The Best Retro Diners in San Francisco/Bay Area

At a classic American diner you can count on a satisfying meal for little dough, and maybe a side of sass from your waitress. Snag a seat at the counter or settle in at a vinyl booth and dig into comfort food like hamburgers, fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and milkshakes.

From 1950s-style soda fountains to modern eateries putting a fresh spin on old favorites, these Best Diners in San Francisco/Bay Area, presented in alphabetical order, go above and beyond your average greasy spoon.

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No swanky digs and small plates here. Devoted locals come for the straightforward, homemade diner fare and honest, small-town conviviality. See More
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Buck's of Woodside
12/20
Join the venture capitalist crowd for some buckwheat pancakes at this Silicon Valley institution. See More
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Hopscotch
14/20
Fusionized comfort food that might be the voice of its generation. See More
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Millbrae Pancake House
12/20
Diner serving palate pleasing fare since 1959. See More
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12/20
As classic a family diner as you'll find, with friendly staff and early weekday breakfast service. See More
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Sears Fine Food
12/20
City visitors’ favorite beloved for its Swedish pancakes and classic diner dishes. See More
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