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THE DINER | CAMDEN, ISLINGTON, KENSAL RISE, SHOREDITCH, SOHO
Classic American dining served with classic cocktails & endless coffee. Open every day of the week for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Free kids food continues in February at our Kensal Rise and Islington Diners! http://bit.ly/5KSE3b
Pancake Day specials are coming to all diners next week! See the menu and book your booth here: http://bit.ly/bZxCpA
Happy Pancake Day London! Come down to your local Diner and try our special pancakes all this week!
http://bit.ly/bZxCpA
#pancake
Book online with the Lexi for a film tonight and your confirmation = 2 for 1 on any main dish at the Kensal Diner! http://bit.ly/f8jbu
Thursday Movie Meal Deal has started in Kensal Rise. Book online with the Lexi and get 2 for 1 on mains at the diner. http://bit.ly/f8jbu
We are on the look out for staff get your cv's in!
http://bit.ly/czBEJO
Thursday Movie Meal Deal in Kensal Rise! 2 for 1 on mains! You know what to do. http://bit.ly/9NUOtV
Look out for some big news from us soon. The 4th of July specials are almost ready plus we have a brand new cocktail list on the way!
New cocktails in all our diners from this week!!
Come and try our signature Blueberry Mojito Royale plus loads of other great new drinks!
Get Ready for the World Cup in Kensal Rise! We will be showing all the matches and serving ice cold jugs of beer in our garden. Booking Now!
@k0nG Shame on you!
WORLD CUP! It's all about Kensal Rise this Sat. We still have some places left for England v USA in our sunny garden. 020 8968 9033
Our Independence Day menu is up. Look out for it in the diners. Free Dixie beer when you order the steak. Booking now. http://bit.ly/14jN1S
We are showing the England match in Kensal Rise tonight. Come and have a pitcher of beer in our garden from 1900. Tel 020 8968 9033
4th of July is booking now. Here's the independence day menu: http://bit.ly/aUOCgN
Yes that is free Dixie beer with the steak from Monday!
Happy independence day London!
Get down to your local diner tomorrow for special dishes and free Dixie beers!!
Booking is advised!
The new Camden Beer is in the diners now!
Also see Now magazine p92! Well done to Rad and big thanks to Saffron!
Scorching hot in London why not try our Al Fresco diners! The terrace in Camden is amazing today as is the lovely Kensal Rise garden!
Camden Hells in the Diners.
London's best beer.
Just ask!
Hearty congratulations to the lovely Tamsyn Almond who is promoted to General Manager in the Soho Diner. Well done Tamsyn!!
I posted 4 photos on Facebook in the album "The Diner" http://fb.me/FXr8AsC6
Try our new draught beer Camden Hells in the Diners. Thirst over. http://bit.ly/bq7VuA
If you fancy working for The Diner send your cvs and photos this way:
recruitment@goodlifediner.com
Loads of news next week. We are starting a take away loyalty card in Kensal Rise plus showing kids films on Thursdays.
Stay tuned.
Bring your kids to Kensal Rise this Thursday we will be showing films in the garden. Boxes of popcorn £2.
1400 Shrek 2
1600 Madagascar
Come to "Kids Movies At The Diner Kensal Rise" Tomorrow from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Tomorrow in the Kensal Rise... http://fb.me/GAa7yTez
Big thank you to Kim at 69 Colbrooke Row for spoiling the Diner kids last night! http://fb.me/CO34OAhK
The first person to show me this update in the Soho diner today before 1700 will get their food for free to the... http://fb.me/GK5y3VFA
And our special guest this afternoon was Phoebe who claimed the burgers and shakes promised. Congratulations... http://fb.me/xDjvC9fx
Stay tuned on facebook and twitter people. There are Diner freebies coming up this week. http://fb.me/GPXCDDoM
Come to "Kids Films In The Garden " Thursday, August 19 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This Thursday in Kensal Rise come... http://fb.me/CVF6KyHM
In the Soho Diner right now ask for Brodie and we will give you two free shakes with any extra toppings you like.... http://fb.me/FN7GZHaG
And the free shakes have been claimed in Soho.......
This week in Kensal Rise we will be showing kids films in the garden on Thursday. Plus. Get ready for Carnival Weekend.
Come to "Films In The Garden" Tuesday, August 23, 2011 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Come down to the Kensal Rise Diner... http://fb.me/yMbKbmXT
The Diner at the Queens Park Festival September 12th 2010.
Stay tuned.
More films in the garden at Kensal Rise tomorrow!
The last one before the summer is officially over kids.
Join... http://fb.me/wDBJGtVU
Yes kids it's Ice Age 2 at 1400 in Kensal Rise!
Then Madagascar 2 at 1600
Sequels day today!
The first person to show this to Chris in the Islington Diner can have their brunch for free - up to the value of £30.00! Ready, steady, go!
And the offer is landed! Well done to Nicky!!
Kids Film this Thursday in the Kensal Rise Garden at 1600...
Toy Story!
We'll see you then! http://fb.me/G8xrNFpp
This Sunday from 1200 in Queens Park come down to The Diner stand for your burger fix!!!
It's the Queens Park festival on Sunday. We'll see you there for Shakes, Burgers and more!
The Diner Stand in Queens Park NW10.
Edson Lukas Rogerio Gemma Jessica Charis Demi Anais
THANK YOU!
The Diner team at Queens Park Day were unstoppable... http://fb.me/FMIjL883
@owenmorgs Good to hear! See The Diner on fb too! http://bit.ly/bLq7sw
Stay posted for freebies for our twitter followers!!
RT @appleaddicto: I want pancakes. American pancakes with maple syrup! Where can I buy this in London?
Here:
www.goodlifediner.com
2 for 1 meals at the diner Kensal Rise tomorrow when you book online for a movie with @TheLexiCinema
Your burger just went half price!
@owenmorgs Stay tuned! You show us our tweets = we give you free #pancakes #burgers #shakes and more!
Which is your local one?
@STARWARSforsale
Try the skinny diner fries next time! I think saffron would approve!
Book tonights movie online with @TheLexiCinema and bring your confirmation to the Kensal Rise diner for a 2for1 meal!
@owenmorgs Good stuff! DM me next time you are going ok!?
http://ow.ly/i/3SLM
Robson! Head chef of the diner Shoreditch!
Thank You! Thank You!
@hkanji Chicken burrito is your winner! Do you want to try one for free?
DM me your huevos comments and we will get the chefs on it!!
Diner twitter followers! The 1st to show this tweet in The Islington Diner now will have their food free!! Ask for Chris. @ChrisinLondon
Freebies dished out yesterday. Plus some today too. Follow @thedinertweets to stay tuned for plenty more! #London #Burger #Pancakes
Tomorrow is 2 for 1 in the kensal rise diner @thedinertweets when you book online with The Lexi Cinema. Come and join us!
RT @thedinertweets: Tomorrow is 2 for 1 in kensal rise @thedinertweets when you book online with @The Lexi Cinema. Come and join us!
Islington followers get ready for #brunch.
The first 3 DMs will get a prize in The #Islington #diner
Well tweeted @jeffica who wins a complimentary meal at The Diner. #follow us @thedinertweets and DM now for more goodies people!
@RobLink we don't take bookings on the weekends as it gets super busy! You will be fine before 12. Other times you can http://ow.ly/2KvwP
@RobLink we don't take bookings at #brunch as it gets super busy! You will be fine before 12. Book other times here http://ow.ly/2Kwq2
@H_Lond thanks! We love it! I'll be retweeting that one in a sec!
RT @Cianjaggers: When making pancakes sing "pancakes on the streets of Lun-duhn" to the tune of Panic by the Smiths. works when ordering too
Islington followers!! DM me right now for a free cocktail in Islington. Offer will apply to the first five DMs #diner #free #cocktails
@Browners http://ow.ly/2OOtC is your friend! DM me I'll throw in a shake for free!
Halloween in The Diner is going to be scary fun. Stay tuned people. http://ow.ly/2QG7a
RT @cbaker023: Its official @thedinertweets has overtaken Eds diner as my fave place to eat!! Yummers
The first five customers through our door in KR tonight from 2000 are getting free shakes! #diner #milkshake #mayhem
You can now book your table online through facebook http://ow.ly/2WnE1 what will they think of next? #diner #livebookings
You can book through facebook now! See the tab above.
Also filming in KR today so we will be closed for a short... http://fb.me/EAotgJwq
Is everyone getting ready for a diner #halloween? Scary cocktails brewing in our dark lagoon. Photos will be up soon http://ow.ly/2WnMJ
RT @lizzles_yelp: Oh The Diner! I can't hate you, I'm always too grateful for your pancakes and bacon in the morni... http://bit.ly/cMvIdo
The movies are coming to Kensal Rise first 5 people in from 2000 tonight will get a free shake with their meal!!
Gearing up for Halloween in the diners.
In other news Soho is hosting a party for the Xmas lights switch on.
RT @montimer: i'm faairly certain there is no London #Chilli Fry war, but if there were, The #Diner near #Carnaby Street would win it. Yes!
RT @ianarnold: Can not wait for the weekend so I can go for a mega feast at @thedinertweets and drink as much Root Beer as possible!!
Halloween is going up in the Diners now. Check in over the weekend to see our scary staff and spooky decorations! #london #halloween #diner
@cbaker023 Nice! Only a winner has the character to sit feasting solo! DM me for a free Pacifico next time you're in! @thedinertweets
RT @electricityshow: Tonight! Hal(lol)ween W/ Joel Battant and Gaby Rant playing Pumpkin pop and goulishly ghastly dance floor fillers.
RT @camden_jobs: Camden Job: The Diner Camden Needs A General Manager: Camden Town, North West London - http://dlvr.it/80DGj #Jobs
Thanksgiving is coming up! We'll get the Turkey ready you lot get booking! http://fb.me/JKsvbihy
Thanksgiving is coming up! We're getting the Turkey ready you get booking! http://fb.me/yrPZ3tcb
@cbaker023 Nice one! DM me next time for special treatment ok?!?
RT @kevinmorosky: @thedinertweets picking up food before we begin the ladies serving me where lovely
Dear customers The Diner Soho will be closed from 1500 today due to a private function. All of our other... http://fb.me/KW4anHNs
@cbaker023 Always a pleasure! Follow and you can DM!
Amazing effort by team Diner at the Shaftesbury Christmas event in Soho last night. Thanks to our whole team!... http://fb.me/KFTvs1Bl
We cant wait for #Thanksgiving Expect delicious turkey with all the trimmings served by our all american staff!! Bookings taken now!!
@cbaker023 great work on the #carnaby decorations I think you can DM me now!!
RT @frantic5: Oh! YES! Going to @thedinertweets for my favourite eggs benedict. Mmmmmmmmm! Fire up the kettle.
For those of you who have your breakfast meetings in The Diner book through livebookings for 50% off our breakfast... http://fb.me/LHD4kTHj
@frantic5 we think you are wonderful! DM me next time you visit us ok?
@nessasary_ we are celebrating thanksgiving in London if you feel like joining us!!
Tomorrow night 20% off at The Diner Soho with the Grazia shopping evening but you need to bring a ticket!!! http://ow.ly/3bT0H See you then!
Tonight 20% off at The Diner Soho with the Grazia shopping evening but you need to bring a ticket!!!... http://fb.me/zdaJHQtS
Thanksgiving next week! Turkey and cranberry cocktails in all the #diners. Booking now! ps don't forget 50% off breakfast with livebookings.
RT @jamescuff: @thedinertweets Awesome. Thanks. Had dinner with you a few times. Looking forward to breakfast tomorrow :) Nice!
Who's coming for #brunch in Islington today? 1st person to DM me now gets special treatment you will not be disappointed! #diner #islington
Get your cv's in we are interviewing for assistant managers from tomorrow!
recruitment@goodlifediner.com
@jamescuff you should be receiving your card shortly! I hope next time will be ace please let me know!
Thanksgiving tomorrow!
Happy Thanksgiving London! The Turkeys are on.
@jamescuff happy Thanksgiving!!
@owenmorgs which one are you off to and when?!
@owenmorgs nice! Try to tweet me when you're on the way I'll get you a drink!
@owenmorgs sorry missed your tweet yesterday thanks for the support. DM me your address I'll send you something amazing!!
@heyohyeah try us! We're in soho, Islington, Camden, Kensal Rise and Shoreditch http://ow.ly/3gozn
@placeslondon damn straight! Cheers for the shout!
I think I'll have the #chilli. Official state dish of #Texas resolution no 18 of the 65th Texas legislature. Nice! #diner #london
@IsabelleOC take out of course! Chilli cheese fries with that? Go on!
RT @jamescuff: @thedinertweets in Soho had an awesome waitress named Ally this evening. Great food, great service. Highly recommended :)
I posted 8 photos on Facebook in the album "Camden Thanksgiving" http://fb.me/KzQ96LOK
We're about to announce the winner of the best diner for Thanksgiving. Which manager will get the coveted prize?!?
@owenmorgs let us know how it goes!
@becksldrt don't forget our other diners!
Toffee Pecan Cheese Cake in!
@glutenfree_chic yes! The skinny burger would be gluten free.
Just 2 days until the Christmas party! Team diner is going east for a feast.
@CocoJunkie loves it! Hope you had a great time!
Get down to Hoxton Square for NYE people!
I posted 2 photos on Facebook in the album "New Years Eve" http://fb.me/MOd1mVkP
@imediums check links something to do for #nye #london if you make it! Good luck!
RT @wenlockandessex: This Wed...1st Pub Quiz @WenlockandEssex 7.30 start with prizes for 1st+2nd,booby prize for last. everyones a winner!
RT @electricityshow: Come to "NYE 2010 " Friday, December 31 HOXTON BAR BECOMES THE ACE OF SPADES... http://fb.me/CByqe1p2
RT @matt2383: RT @jonsnowC4: Postpone VAT from Jan 4th to June 4th: reduce foul weather impact: makes sense? 34,412 followers retweet!
Islington. The first diner with a pool. Buff.
@sheilaandco pool table. It's lovely. x
@rebekkahdooley we're gonna have to start labeling those pesky sugar pourers...
RT @callooh_callay: @thedinertweets came to the rescue, cappuccino 2 sugars thankyouuu Ah bless. You are welcome any time.
RT @wenlockandessex: Check out out NYE listing on Time Out! Tickets are selling like hot cakes.... http://bit.ly/dVyOTE
@NowMagFoodie ta missy wish you all the best and bags of success for 2011! x
@Callooh_Callay my goodness aren't you just the charmingest ever!! I will pass on your love to Shoreditch!!
Happy new year everybody! We'll see you tonight at Wenlock and Essex, Hoxton Bar and Kitchen and of course... http://fb.me/P2FdT3cn
Big Parties coming up for Islington and Shoreditch then
Stay tuned for some big livebookings offers coming soon to all the diners
@dapdapbabii just saw this there are a few spaces on Jamestown Road!
@lucy3point0 we love you and your decadent menu selections!
Matt on the bar in Islington makes a killer ammy sour!
@sheilaandco Nice choice! Got to keep mixing it up on the menu! New pancakes soon!
@glutenfree_chic so honoured! Thanks for the ff!! xx
RT @almonty: @ik75 if you're in London get thee to the Diner off Carnaby Street me and Neil in there at 1100 ish - great food <-- thanks!!
@ianarnold Cheers! thanks for the love! 2011 looking good so far!!
@charlieparamore so kind missy!! So kind! DM me next time I'll hook you up!!
RT @glutenfree_chic: @thedinertweets Came for a visit just before Christmas, it was goooooood. I will be back! <<<<< get in! Thank you!!
I know I'm biased but come on. It is the best shake in London.
Who has the tastiest #pancake recipe? Send me your ideas and I'll put the best one on the menu for pancake day. And get you a prize.
Pancake Day soon. The annual tastings are our favourite time of the year!
We need pancake recipes! Send us your ideas prize for the bestest!!
Who's in Soho right now? Hit me back for treats!
@teddieoat you're welcome! Which diner did you go to??
@keira76 it's an iTunes station I'll get back to you with the deets!!
RT @keira76: Mmmm I could eat that Mac n' Cheese I had last night in @theDinerTweets all over again right now. So yummy!<<<< love!
RT @dem_g: Another wonderfulll dinner at @thedinertweets with @Kitty_Nikki tonight. They should do loyalty cards... :D amazing night <<love!
@keira76 hey mystery shopper girl thanks for the top marks! Radio is various under golden oldies in itunes. 80's hits, rockabilly radio etc
It's just getting busy in the #Camden #diner DM me for freebies if you're down today.
@juliathanh Are you our greatest customer or what?!? xx
@dem_g You're on! Hope you had a tasty brunch sesh!
@abbytudor thanks for the love! Glad you guys had fun times!
Let the cook off commence. Iron chef pancake war is on!
Jezebel is on the pool table in Islington right now. Devilish
Gemma killing it with the margaritas!!
@NowMagFoodie hey sleepy! Let's go to something fun soon ok!?
Busy lunch in Camden. Napoleon cooking up a storm!
The chilli cheese fries burrito is a big seller in the states but do we dare?
@cbaker023 you crazy!! How hungover would you have to be? You can have one free if you want next time you're in! http://ow.ly/3O7PY #vip
Give us a follow! We give our followers vip treatment in the diners! http://fb.me/yUthnsDL
As well as all the American pancakes on the menu this year we will also doing some thin English ones for the Limeys #pancakeday
@emmapape sounds great! Is it booked already or do you want us to save you a table?
Some of the lineup for Pancake Day 2011. You can try these from the 7th to the 13th of March we advise you book as... http://fb.me/JDKZIWGO
@cbaker023 don't forget to let me know next time you're in ok! It's on!
@KuteKink loves it! Hope you had fun!
@emmapape how was it Emma? Hope you had fun times!
RT @WenlockandEssex: PUB QUIZ THIS TUESDAY!!! Get you thinking caps on...and have a pint of Camden Helles while you are at it. Bonus!
RT @thecamdencrawl: Want AAA access at this year's Crawl? V, V, V VIP tickets available to win! http://bit.ly/gj5t5A
@Drewjbeckett have you tried the bloody Maria with tequila and hot sauce? Buff!
RT @hoxtonbar: Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs tonight at Hoxton! It's SOLD OUT but there maybe some tix on door but DJS for free till 1
RT @SuburbanRelapse: enjoyed post birthday eats this morning @thedinertweets, lovely as always! <<<< loves!
@Drewjbeckett even if we send it with the diner bike courtier you know the Jane doesn't travel that well!! Come visit!
RT @kyrstie: @thedinertweets me too. Delicious. Best burgers in London! What a superstar!! *Fist pumps kyrstie*
RT @eleni_prgirl: all I am craving is French toast from @thedinertweets. oh and maybe a stack of pancakes. <<<-- love! Thanks!
Super day in Camden with starring roles for Victoria Shakira Shearer and Josh Cooper ace brunch!
RT @Drewjbeckett: @thedinertweets I CRAVE YOUR APPLE PIE! <<<-- hit me next time you're in and I'll do you a freebie!
These guys have awarded The Diner "best cheese fries in the world" and pancakes to literally take your granny out for! http://ow.ly/3RwdY
@Toddy19_81 need some mystery shoppers let me know who you think might be up for it.
RT @slaughteredlam Tonights Electro Acoustic gig!! Conquering Animal Sound + Jack Cheshire
7:30pm £6 or email us for £4 guestlist!!
RT @electricityshow: East London's new wave aficionados, Electricity in Our Homes launch their debut album with a free gig downstairs this Thursday! Oh yes!
RT @electricityshow: East London's new wave aficionados, Electricity in Our Homes launch their debut album with a free gig this Thursday!
Only 4 weeks to go until pancake day! We'll have Cherry Pancakes, Butterscotch Pancakes, Banana Choc even Skinny... http://fb.me/R5flfFig
@lucy3point0 look forward to seeing you!! Booking advised!
#pancakeday
Don't forget you can book through our facebook page using the Book Now tab!
RT @whatisajess my goodbye-london-milkshake I had at the diner on sunday. banana and peanut butter. yummmm. http://plixi.com/p/75684836
Special guest manager on the floor in Soho this Friday will be cocktails galore come down!!
RT @electricityshow Electricity In Our Homes. Tonight!!!!!!
Flash me this tweet at Soho tonight I'll get you a free cocktail valid until further notice. RT!
A few cocktails gone in Soho already show me this I'll get you a freebie too. Valid until further notice!
@Drewjbeckett we've always got something on ice for you Drew!! See you next time!
Thanks to all our cocktailers tonight. That's enough for now! Till next time!
RT @Drewjbeckett @thedinertweets great dinner at your soho branch, and kudos to the excellent staff <- thanks Drew!! Will pass on!
RT @charisbury B'fast at @thedinertweets Islington. Bberry Pancakes and bottomless coffee. Yessir! <- love! Buy 1 coffee get infinity free!
RT @charisbury Come and get your roast lunch (beef, chicken, pork or nut roast) at Wenlock & Essex today. Live DJ from 3pm. <<- we love!
Camden diner absolutely packed today will be even better when we can use our penthouse alfresco terrace. Come on sun!
Haven't had a shake without malt since 2007. Or fries without cheese and chilli I'm ashamed to say!! #pimpmysides @kelbykeenan
RT @trickbo @thedinertweets I still dream about the monte christo sandwich topped with blueberry sauce I had at the Kensal Green Diner!!
@Toddy19_81 blimey that was a week ago! Just if you know peeps who want to visit and review anonymously
RT @StolenCatering Just had cancellation for Tuesday the 15th Thai Street Food Night! Grab your chance!!
Soho is a mix of Valentiners and anti Valentiners. We don't do heart shaped burgers so just have a romantic hard shake!
We are all about the pancakes! Pancake Day menu up soon!
Locations
2 Jamestown Road
London
NW1 7BY
020 7485 5223
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info@thedinercamden.com
21 Essex Road
London
N1 2SA
020 7226 4533
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info@thedinerislington.com
64-66 Chamberlayne Road
London
NW19 3JJ
0208 968 9033
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info@thedinerkensalrise.com
128-130 Curtain Road
London
EC2A 3AQ
0207 729 4452
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info@thedinershoreditch.com
18 Ganton Street
London
W1F 7BU
020 7287 8962
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Food and Drinks
Music
Here at The Diner we pride ourselves in our selection of music. So this is a taste of what you'll hear if you come and visit one of our locations.
Recent Tracks

1. Born Under A Bad Sign Cream
Played: 11 Feb 2011, 14:00

2. Magic Carpet Ride Steppenwolf
Played: 11 Feb 2011, 13:55

3. Atlantic City Bruce Springsteen
Played: 11 Feb 2011, 12:01

4. Sad Song Lou Reed
Played: 11 Feb 2011, 11:54

5. Move Over Janis Joplin
Played: 11 Feb 2011, 11:48
Top Tracks

1. 244 plays Hush

2. 241 plays Crosstown Traffic

3. 232 plays Everywhere

4. 225 plays God Only Knows

5. 214 plays God Of Thunder
Top Artists

1. The Rolling Stones 1899 plays

2. Deep Purple 1629 plays

3. The Doors 1407 plays

4. Queen 1307 plays

5. Creedence Clearwater Revival 1197 plays
Press
Time Out
The Diner in Soho might not be historic – it’s spanking new, in fact, a second branch of the Shoreditch original, itself only opened at the end of 2005 – but it looks well lived-in because of careful design and selection of booth seating, glass screens, unmatched light fittings and assorted Americana. The bar is well stocked and – just like the ones you find in the states – staffed by people who are sociable and know how to fix a good marguarita or bloody Mary.
The food can be excellent. The cheeseburger (£5.50) is one of the best you’ll find in Soho. A delightful bun of firm-textured bread, moist burger, big slice of fully ripe tomato, flavourful lettuce. The skinny chips and onion rings were crisp and dry. A spicy taco had a good amount of heat. Apple pie had perfect pastry that any American mom would be proud of.
thelondonpaper
Despite being home to the crowd pulling hotspots such as Yauatcha and critically swooned over restaurants such as Arbutus, Soho’s ever improving dining scene nonetheless has a corner where grease is the word.
A shrine to old-school American diner grub, The Diner bucks the local trend for sophisticated eating by offering the guilty pleasures of rich, often fat-laden food in retro surroundings.
Is it any good? Well, it depends what you like. There’s been no tinkering or innovation whatsoever with the standard diner menu here. Burgers, meatloaf, chilli, salads, shakes and cheesecake are all present and correct.
The prices are low for soho (between £5 and £7.50 for a range of chunky burgers) and they are decent enough. My gargantuan double-decker version offered two dense patties each with a seam of pinkness through the centre, just about squeezable into a fresh, crusty bap.
With its leather-lined booths and neon rimmed signage, the place looks the part. Of course it’s brash but why shouldn’t it be? While the décor is kitschy, its 50s sleekness is far from ugly.
With a good-time atmosphere and chipper staff, it does what it does fairly well. If you like easy-going surroundings, a 50s soundtrack and hefty American food made wall, you’ll love it.
Harpers
Who’s behind it Andreas Akerland, Marc Francis Baum and Patrick Franzen via their company, Barworks. They’ve already opened The Hoxton Bar & Kitchen, Under the Westway, The Slaughtered Lamb, and a previous The Diner, all in London.
What’s on the menu Old time classics like an open meatloaf sandwich (£6.50), Phlly cheese steaks in a bun (£7) and a Cobb salad – grilled chicken, blue cheese, avocado, bacon, egg, lettuce). Hamburgers use beef from Scotland.
And to drink A large range of cocktails inspired by the South: Johnny Walker Gold Label, agave syrup (from the plant used to make tequila) and sparkling wine in a Golddigger (£7.50). There are some fine beers such as Negra Modelo (£3.20) plus wines including Veuve Delaroy Brut Champagne (£31).
GQ Restaurant Guide
Sometimes only a burger will do. and we’re not talking about a McOffering. What we’re talking about is a hefty, double-decker, bacon-cheese burger with a side portion of Cajun-seasoned fries and a couple of Brooklyn lagers. Yes, the concept of an old time American diner is hardly the most original, but the Diner just does it really well. And its open until 12.30am.
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