Dan's Diner

Super delicious breakfast food! There coffee is out of this world so so so good! Our waiter was super on top everything. We were able to get our food quickly. One fun facets we learned about this place is that is was originally in New Jersey and years ago they transferred the entire diner to Michigan, how cool!? Plus how cute is this place! We Will be back for sure!

I loved going to this establishment when it was Pals, mainly because of the atmosphere and a few of their dishes. It just made me smile to be there. So, I was so glad to see it had reopened. I am happy that they kept the same old time appeal, and it was interesting to see the menu changes. I admit that I felt some of the prices were a bit high, and I was sad to see some things that are normal "diner" fare weren't on the menu any longer...especially the hot turkey sandwich...which Pal's actually made with a thick slice of turkey breast and it was like no other. It would be amazing to see that return to the menu. It's a great comfort food. My sister and I each ordered the enchilada's...which are pictured. I have to say that they were very delicious and the presentation was great. I loved the black beans and rice a lot. The enchilada's were spiced just right. For dessert we each had a shake and it was very good! My only concerns are that the pricing did seem a bit much for a diner. It would be nice if there were a few more inexpensive choices on the menu. I also felt that some of the food just didn't seem to match the atmosphere...which is a diner. The food that I saw coming out of the kitchen looked great and appealing, but it looked like it belonged in a more high end type of establishment. I just felt that the menu should reflect more of a 50s theme like the atmosphere does. Offerings of a more comfort food theme would be nice. If that makes any sense. And, that is just my own observation :) The wait staff were very upbeat and pleasant, and the entire establishment was clean :) I do plan on going back to give some other items a try.

So great, can’t wait to go back! The menu made ordering tough, there was so much that sounded delicious. Everyone ended up happy with their orders, the pancakes are amazing.

Dan's Diner served the biggest, tastiest, freshest, stacked club on grilled sourdough bread. It was the best I've ever had.

I love this place. The best diner in Grand Rapids. It is in a old 40's luncheonette. So chrome and linoleum are clean and polished and it looks great. The real star of the show is the food. Brisket eggs Benedict, Lemon Pancakes, and scratch made corn beef hash and sandwiches are our favorites. The lemon pancakes are moist and sweet, and the best in town. They have a fluffy and creamy texture, which is not easy to pull off. Service is always friendly and quick.