Philadelphia
5517 Lancaster Ave., Rt. 30, Philadelphia, PA
Extensively remodeled but still a good neighborhood diner that retains some of its charms. Good breakfast.
6053 Ridge Ave., Roxborough, PA
Classic, iconic diner serving good, honest comfort food. The real deal. Famously located next to a graveyard.
11650 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Amazingly hideous diner, though compelling in a train wreck sort of way. A true Betty Kullman fiasco. For sale. Former Ritz Diner.
1135 S Broad St., Philadelphia, PA
Closed since 2007, reopened in November 2011. Same ownership that owns the Melrose, Mayfair, Country Club, Tiffany, and Warminster West Diners.
183 – 40 Market St., Philadelphia, PA
Converted in 1999 into a swanky martini bar.
1717 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Large, Gothic inspired design. Open 24 hours. Bought by Michael Petrogiannis in 2005 ending over a half-century of ownership by the Perloff family. Known for Jewish specialties.
