Kitschy spot where 1950s-styled waitresses sport beehives & sing while serving burgers & shakes.
Fay M
This place is SO fun, but the food is just OK. I came with another mom and our kids. The kids had a blast. They loved the arcade and enjoyed their food. The moms appreciated the quick bar service that allowed us to sip out proseccos while the kids played video games.
We came on a Saturday night and it was crowded! At first they told us a table would take 1 hour and 20 minutes, but in about 15 minutes we had our table. Basically, if you are a small group, 4-6 people, you can get a table quickly.
Harvey was our waiter, he was great.
… moreRichard JV
We had a blast at Corvette Diner! It is such a fun, high-energy spot that’s perfect for a lively meal. Beyond the dining area, the arcade was a huge hit and kept the entertainment going throughout our visit.
The staff really makes the experience here—they have a great way of doing things and their energy is infectious. It’s clear they enjoy making sure everyone has a good time.
As for the food, the menu has some really creative choices. We tried a variety of dishes and everything was delicious:
… moreAmanda Hill
Great burger and malt! Loved the vibe. Took my grandson. Age 3. He was entertained the whole time with the music and the wait staff. Game room even offered games with tickets so he was able to walk away a winner!
… morechris ellison
We had a couple of burger. Both were good. All of the food is diner inspired food with a little extra twist. We weren’t able to get a dessert because we were full but I would go back so maybe next time. We arrived before 5 and it was pretty calm but by 5:30 it was getting busy and loud. Not someplace to have a quiet meal. More of a place to have fun and you definitely don’t have to worry about keeping your kids quiet. The arcade area looked like it should keep everybody occupied while waiting for food. Good place to take a large group as well. I saw some people getting seated with 10 or more.
… moreArief Ramon
A loud, fun, 50s retro party! The dancing, singing wait staff throw bubblegum and straws at you in this high-energy, family-friendly diner. The food is classic American comfort (big burgers and huge milkshakes). Not a quiet date spot, but pure chaotic joy and great for kids. Turn your cell phone off and embrace the nostalgia.
… moreCherise Pacholik
My husband and I celebrated his birthday by enjoying a late lunch at this fun restaurant! I ordered the chicken parmesan dinner and my husband ordered the meatloaf dinner. The food was very good; the chicken parmesan was delicious, and I had leftovers to take home as well!
The restaurant is decorated in a ’50s style, complete with a DJ, a dance break performed by the waitresses, and fun decorated rooms, complete with an arcade in the back!
Our server, Gloria, was fabulous and she had us cracking up. She brought out a scoop of ice cream with a candle in it and the waiters and waitresses sang a birthday song for my husband which was fun!
We thought the prices were normal for the meals we received.
If you are in the San Diego area, we highly recommend checking out Corvette diner, If nothing else just for the ambiance!
… moreDebra Calahan (Debbie)
Really cool 50’s atmosphere. Corvette part of the atmosphere. Great service. Food good. I had the California Dream which was a great chicken sandwich with guacamole, green chilis; lettuce; tomato and onion. My daughter had the blast sandwich and her boyfriend had the DeeDee Burger with a root beer shake. The blast was bacon lettuce avocado Swiss cheese and turkey. I am originally from San Diego and this restaurant use to be in Central San Diego. This new location has more parking but I miss the coziness of the old location .We came to San Diego for a couple days to visit family and eat at some favorite restaurants.
… morep k
A Taste of Nostalgia a…. Classic “Diner concept good for all ages. Nostalgic, vibrant & definitely fun. The menu delivers exactly what you expect: solid, reliable diner food. While the thick milkshakes looked absolutely divine & terribly tempting we all passed
The base prices are decent, making it an affordable casual spot. However, diners should be aware of a few items on the final bill. Our large group (four adults, a baby, and a toddler) triggered an automatic 20% gratuity. Separately, there is also an optional 5% supplemental charge added to the bill, which you can ask to have removed if you note it with your server. Be sure to factor both into your budget for larger parties.Finally, a note on the ambiance: while the vibe is great, the music is quite loud (at times). If you are dining with anyone who processes sensory information differently, be mindful that the noise level could be overwhelming. It’s a lively atmosphere, but the volume is something to consider before visiting.
… moreM Gann
Loved this place! The cool 50’s Vibe. Good food. Entertainment while you eat! And a huge game area in the back. Cauliflower appetizer is the Bomb‼️
… moreWhitney CM
We went there to celebrate our 1 year old baby first birthday. It was a long wait, I wish they asked us where we wanted to be seated because I wanted to be in the dark room with fluorescent lights. We didn’t get little hats, I asked for them; the balloon guy passed us, he basically ignored us and my baby had a sticker that it was his birthday, I really did not like that. My burger did not have any seasoning (literally none, I suppose they forgot), my husband’s did and my baby’s spaghetti had way too many spices. Our milkshakes were fine, I dislike the big paper straws though. Manager was very friendly and our waitress Wanda wasn’t as attentive as I would’ve liked but she did bring a little sundae and sang “Happy Birthday” to our child and I did appreciate it. I would unfortunately not be back.
… more