Longtime 24/7 diner with swivel counter seats & an extensive menu from omelets to fried shrimp.
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Address: 95 E Township Line Rd, Upper Darby Township, PA 19082
Phone: (610) 789-6057
Website: http://llanerch-diner.com/
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Llanerch Diner, A longtime 24/7 diner with swivel counter seats, & an extensive menu serving from omelets to fried shrimp. Located in the heart of Upper …
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Llanerch Diner, 95 E Township Line Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082, US
Reviews · The place is top tier. · Mom had a Birthday today! · Excellent diner. · The food was great, and the service was quick and on point.
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James Jean
Honestly very surprised this place sits at 4.0/5. I visited on a Sunday into Monday close 1am. I thought it was exactly what you want from a late night diner. Can’t speak on the daytime but typically diners are for late nights and early morning. My food was excellent, everything was steaming hot or ice cold (including beverages coffee and water). Everything came out super fast and portions were too big.
I just really don’t understand the complaints, will have to go at a different time to see if I am missing something. Lots of people mentioned server and I get it honestly. She was excellent don’t get me confused but a laid back server is exactly what you want during the late nights and early morning. Some people may expect higher quality service but you went to a diner lol. She was not in your face, the place is small enough that she saw everyone in there from the bar area so she could see how tables were progressing. I think when people attend a restaurant they expect top service regardless of setting but it is a diner.
… moreI just really don’t understand the complaints, will have to go at a different time to see if I am missing something. Lots of people mentioned server and I get it honestly. She was excellent don’t get me confused but a laid back server is exactly what you want during the late nights and early morning. Some people may expect higher quality service but you went to a diner lol. She was not in your face, the place is small enough that she saw everyone in there from the bar area so she could see how tables were progressing. I think when people attend a restaurant they expect top service regardless of setting but it is a diner.
M B
I spent the best parts of my teens and twenties here. I found it once my private school bubble became to small and confining to contain my growing sense of self and place and Llanerch was just “other” enough to be interesting while still being mostly safe. I wrote papers here, studied for tests, helped people sober up, cried and laughed, explored politics, and philosophy, fell in love here, broke up here, held court, gave and received unearned, untested advice, received well earned, well tested wisdom and best of all people watched and talked to strangers. It is the quintessential diner and I am SO grateful that it was a part of my life. Back when I was a regular (15-20 years ago) it was warm and welcoming, the food was remarkably good for a diner and the coffee was great.
Since then ownership has changed hands several times, and they filmed SLPB here which was a disaster because they got just enough money to strip the charm out of it.
I brought my kid several years back. The food was *nowhere* near as good (and astonishingly expensive particularly given the low quality) but the waitress snuggled my baby and chatted with us while I ate so amazingly it still retains it’s humanity. This kind of stuff is what I love best about the place – you don’t come for food, you come for community – food is just a bonus.
These days the lighting kind of ruins it – it’s that cold, dispensary lighting that the world needs to agree to boycott. It is just awful. Either you don’t notice such things or you hate it. No one *wants* that lighting. Humans were not built to live in that light so lighting purchasers please take note and do some research – you are looking for adjectives like “warm”, “soft-white” and “flicker free”. You will attract more business even if people can’t articulate why.
My kid used to eat eggs and stopped after eating an egg at Llanerch because he thought it was so unpalatable. We got french fries which used to be the ultra crisp battered kind and now are those terrible starchy steak cut ones that no one likes. The coffee was insipid. Please take all this with a HEFTY grain of salt (they amount they need to put in their coffee to bump up the flavor): Llanerch is an INSTITUTION so the food will come and go based on who owns it, but it needs to exist regardless of food. It is an important part of the community.
When I hung out there someone named Ala ran it and the indomitable Malichai RAN it. The bathrooms are as gross as ever – they were gross then and they are still gross. That said, back when I was a regular there, even though the front was smokey and sketchy, the kitchen was SPOTLESS – like EAT OFF THE FLOOR CLEAN (we were there enough that we got tours of the kitchen late night when no one else was there). I caught a glimpse when we went a few years back and I don’t think that’s true any more. The front isn’t smokey (and differently sketchy) any more but the kitchen does not gleam. Back then the snapper soup (that we always wondered about) was made from REAL TURTLES with shells bouncing in a HUGE vat of bubbling broth. It was kind of shocking in the best possible way.
Anyway, I love Llanerch. If I ever win the lottery I will buy it and run it at cost just to make sure it exists. I hope it stays open forever…but maybe clean up the kitchen and get better lighting, and bring back slightly higher quality food. Also if you could do anything about the bathroom…well it wouldnt be my favorite dive if the bathroom floors werent oddly moist and sticky.
… moreSince then ownership has changed hands several times, and they filmed SLPB here which was a disaster because they got just enough money to strip the charm out of it.
I brought my kid several years back. The food was *nowhere* near as good (and astonishingly expensive particularly given the low quality) but the waitress snuggled my baby and chatted with us while I ate so amazingly it still retains it’s humanity. This kind of stuff is what I love best about the place – you don’t come for food, you come for community – food is just a bonus.
These days the lighting kind of ruins it – it’s that cold, dispensary lighting that the world needs to agree to boycott. It is just awful. Either you don’t notice such things or you hate it. No one *wants* that lighting. Humans were not built to live in that light so lighting purchasers please take note and do some research – you are looking for adjectives like “warm”, “soft-white” and “flicker free”. You will attract more business even if people can’t articulate why.
My kid used to eat eggs and stopped after eating an egg at Llanerch because he thought it was so unpalatable. We got french fries which used to be the ultra crisp battered kind and now are those terrible starchy steak cut ones that no one likes. The coffee was insipid. Please take all this with a HEFTY grain of salt (they amount they need to put in their coffee to bump up the flavor): Llanerch is an INSTITUTION so the food will come and go based on who owns it, but it needs to exist regardless of food. It is an important part of the community.
When I hung out there someone named Ala ran it and the indomitable Malichai RAN it. The bathrooms are as gross as ever – they were gross then and they are still gross. That said, back when I was a regular there, even though the front was smokey and sketchy, the kitchen was SPOTLESS – like EAT OFF THE FLOOR CLEAN (we were there enough that we got tours of the kitchen late night when no one else was there). I caught a glimpse when we went a few years back and I don’t think that’s true any more. The front isn’t smokey (and differently sketchy) any more but the kitchen does not gleam. Back then the snapper soup (that we always wondered about) was made from REAL TURTLES with shells bouncing in a HUGE vat of bubbling broth. It was kind of shocking in the best possible way.
Anyway, I love Llanerch. If I ever win the lottery I will buy it and run it at cost just to make sure it exists. I hope it stays open forever…but maybe clean up the kitchen and get better lighting, and bring back slightly higher quality food. Also if you could do anything about the bathroom…well it wouldnt be my favorite dive if the bathroom floors werent oddly moist and sticky.
Keisha (Boss Lady)
I have been here a few times now and the food is amazing. They have a big menu selection so you’re bound to find something you like. The servers are always nice with good energy. The building is in desperate need of renovation but the food and location bring me back everytime.
… moreNell Duesler
The night crew, especially our waitress Grace, was so accommodating to our large group. They were super friendly, the place was very clean, and our waitress was super efficient. The food was delicious and a great price. Everything came out very quickly and with our group of close to 20, it was impressive. Being open 24 hours made it a stress free dinner because we did not have to worry about eating super quick and getting out. I definitely recommend and will be back.
… moreAlex Gorycki
I have been there 8 times in the last 2 weeks. And it is PHENOMENAL. Me and my boys sat in the same booth that Bradley Cooper and Jennifer lawance sat in and that made the experience 10x better! The history this place has is awesome and I’m so glad I am able to dine at such a fine establishment. The service is also incredible! We are always greeted with a smile. Gracie is the best waiter 100/10 no lie.
… moreRichard Campos
I visited Llanerch Diner tonight and was extremely satisfied! We ordered a Bolognese pasta, a Carbonara pasta, two cheeseburgers, and ice cream for dessert — everything was absolutely delicious.
The service was exceptional — fast, friendly, and very attentive. The food was wonderful, well-prepared, perfectly seasoned, and served in generous portions. The pasta dishes come with a soup (you can choose between two options) and a bowl of salad with your choice of dressing — a really nice touch!
The place is clean, cozy, and family-friendly, perfect for any occasion. There’s a great variety on the menu, and the quality truly stands out in every detail.
It’s only 5 minutes from my house, and I’ll definitely be coming back often!
I’m giving it 5 stars — but if I could give more, I would!
… moreThe service was exceptional — fast, friendly, and very attentive. The food was wonderful, well-prepared, perfectly seasoned, and served in generous portions. The pasta dishes come with a soup (you can choose between two options) and a bowl of salad with your choice of dressing — a really nice touch!
The place is clean, cozy, and family-friendly, perfect for any occasion. There’s a great variety on the menu, and the quality truly stands out in every detail.
It’s only 5 minutes from my house, and I’ll definitely be coming back often!
I’m giving it 5 stars — but if I could give more, I would!
Andrew Corson
Great little diner with a large menu, excellent service, and hard to beat prices. We happened to be driving by and wanted a quick bite relatively late in the evening when many other restaurants were closed, Llanerch definitely delivered on quick and really good food.
We didn’t realize until being seated that the Diner was featured in Silver Linings Playbook which was a fun fact to see! Will absolutely return if in the area in the future.
… moreWe didn’t realize until being seated that the Diner was featured in Silver Linings Playbook which was a fun fact to see! Will absolutely return if in the area in the future.
Piya
I went to Philadelphia for a weekend trip and trying to get some places with good food for brunch and this is the one. They serve food real quick. I’m satisfied with both quality and quantity served.
… moreJesse Smith
Bought three pancakes, honestly were the worst pancakes. I feel bad even writing that. Turkey club sandwiches. The turkey tastes out of date and the mayo had a funny taste. The fries were plane with no salt and undercooked. The bacon was the only thing that was good. Eggs were okay.. won’t be back
… moreWill Porter
This place is AWESOME!!!!!! Waitress was great, food came out super fast. Lady at the front counter was super sweet. Plenty of eagles merchandise. Awesome food, get the “hungry man special” . This SJU Hawk highly recommends.
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