Downtown Diner

4.5 ( 218 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
1400 Niedringhaus Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, United States
+1 618-501-1680
At Downtown Diner, nestled in Granite City, IL, comfort food meets warm, inviting charm. This cozy restaurant is a go-to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving up everything from crispy fried chicken sandwiches to gooey cheese curds. With a commitment to accessibility and a kid-friendly atmosphere, it welcomes all diners—from solo guests to families. Patrons rave about the attentive service and nostalgic decor, making each visit feel like a step into a classic diner scene. Indulge in their perfectly cooked bacon and signature milkshakes while enjoying a vibrant ambiance filled with tabletop games and themed rooms.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu

Reviews For Downtown Diner

Jenny London
Mar 26,2025
Fabulous place!! Great food, friendly service, themed game rooms, themed kids room, tons of tabletop games, and used bookstore. This place is well worth an afternoon visit.
Holly Rorie
Mar 9,2025
The servers were attentive and well-mannered and the food to my satisfaction. I greatly enjoyed the vibe in the atmosphere. The setting is like that out of a movie.
ELLINDA MARTIN
Feb 21,2025
Cute little place , with the 1950's look and the burgers are actually ok
Vincent Johnson
Feb 6,2025
What a great place. I'd give it 6 stars for atmosphere if I could! If you're road tripping through the St. Louis area, take a little detour off the highway for this spot. Wish the area I lived in had a place like this. Game nights look fun.
Kristal Murphy
Jan 29,2025
The place was amazing and the food was also great! It was the best burgers that my husband and myself had in a long time. Including with the chili cheese fries for me
susan vincenzes
Jan 28,2025
Back in Granite visiting family and we found this gem of a place. A totally enjoyable experience. The decor is nostalgic yet so fun. I had the best burger in quite some time. Everyone was friendly and helpful. With a visit to see all the shops rolled in together.
Joe S.
Jan 18,2025
Cool decor. Friendly service. French toast is very good. Nostalgic decorations, including the tables & music. Cannot go wrong with a burger & a rootbeer float/chocolate malt.
Robert Schmidt
Jan 9,2025
This place is really cool. The wife and I have the double Patty melt. We share the tots and onion rings. Awesome! If you're doing the old route 66 trip this is a must see

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