Best Diner in D.C. Area?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I can't believe no one has mentioned Nick's in Wheaton. Owned by Greek family, cash only. Voted best diner by WTOP listeners.

I live close to this place. It's always looked so sketchy from the outside that I've never been in. But I'm willing to broaden my horizons.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Also from Long Island and missing my good ole Greek diner with every option under the sun!

We make do with The Diner in Adams Morgan or Open City in Woodley Park. Open City has the added bonus of awesome coffee.

These would be my pics.

[Anonymous]

Biden was at Metro 29 today:
http://www.arlnow.com/2012/12/07/biden-visits-metro-29-diner/

We like Jack's in Old Town Alexandria. Definitely not an East Coast diner (only open in the morning, small menu, tiny space), but a great little breakfast spot that might satisfy some of that itch.

Haven't found a real diner in the DC area that I love. Was already eager to try Metro 29 based on this thread's recommendations. AFTER ITS STAR TURN THIS AFTERNOON I AM DEFINITELY GOING TO TRY IT SOON.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I second American City Diner. Good shakes and malts.

This place is so mediocre it's not even worth going for ice cream. Name one good entree standout on the menu.

[HW42]

Forget this area. Go to Baltimore to the Sip N Bite. You will be very happy.

[Anonymous]

MGM Roast Beef isn't quite a diner, but does good diner-type breakfasts.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I second American City Diner. Good shakes and malts.

As close to authentic as it gets around here.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I second American City Diner. Good shakes and malts.

As close to authentic as it gets around here.

I lived in NJ for several years and I agree -- American City Diner is as good as it gets around here -- food varies in quality, but the ambiance and service is diner-style at its best. Tastee is a greasy spoon and I love the food and service at Silver Diner, but it's not a real diner. My kids, all born here and know in HS and college, practically grew up at American City Diner. The best part of doing the Northeast college tours with our older kids was familarizing them with real diners.