Vintage ’50s diner with classic cheeseburgers, homemade ice cream & waiters in paper hats.
Hours
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Monday (Labor Day) | 8 AM–9 PM Hours might differ |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 840 Middle Tpke E, Manchester, CT 06040
Phone: (860) 649-4245
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Reviews
Scott Pierson
**NOTE** Shady Glen is ‘cash only’, but they do have an ATM on site.
… moreSayani Das Sharma
I can’t describe how much I love this place! Went there last week for breakfast and I really liked the food. Have tried their ice cream before and loved it. And it’s so full of life all the time. The 50s ambience, quality and quantity of the food they serve, the staff… this place can’t get any better. Hands down one of the best restaurants in Manchester.
… moreRiver Wolf
I am a fan of diner theme atmospheres. This place was so cute with the menus on the wall, the booths and counters border the employee work space. My boyfriend and I both got cheeseburgers and milkshakes, him chocolate mine vanilla, he got fries and I got onion rings. The food was super filling and more than worth the price. Victoria was super sweet and had a great energy to her that made this long haul of a commute worth it and more encouraging to do again. Be warned, Victoria even commented, the burgers look weird! But it’s the cheese. Another upside, the additions are on the side; pickles, relish, ketchup, mustard. Just pile on, fold in the petals; boom, burger.
… moreSayani Das Sharma
I looooove this place! So full of life all the time. The moment you enter, you feel like you have traveled back to the 50s and that is really cool. Great food, good pricing, fast service and courteous staff… this place can’t get any better. The ice creams are to die for. So creamy and so delicious. Recently had their Hot Butterscotch Sundae with Mocha Chip ice cream and Hot Fudge Sundae with Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter ice cream. Both were extremely tasty. Will go again to try their breakfast (have read many good reviews) very soon!
… moreTaylor Lynn
Shady Glenn is such a nostalgic place. Cash only, you are transported back to a 50’s burger shop/ice cream parlor. Unfortunately, post covid, the quality has gone down and the prices have gone up. Their ice cream is often icy and lacks flavor. It used to be our favorite ice cream shop in the area, now not so much.
… moreJim Pyne
Stopped here on my way to Boston and was in for a treat. Really unique burger and the milkshake was incredible. Good to see there’s still a few places like Shady Glen left in America.
… moreGabriel Maccio III
Over I feel I should of got a burger or something this was Frid clam strips frozen and very little clam. I feel this place is much better for breakfast or ice cream burgers dogs.
… moreDaniel Fontaine III
Stopped here to try their famous Bernice Cheeseburger. It did not disappoint! Legendary for its crispy and melty cheese and beefy flavor, this was a wonderful culinary memory to make. Also, try the homemade milkshakes and ice cream!
… moreAnnie Mac
Notoriously known for their fried cheese and fried cheese burger. I’ve been coming to this place since I was a kid. Now, my best friend and I have made it a traditional lunch date place when reuniting. Never have I been disappointed with the food and/or service. CASH ONLY but fear not as they do have an ATM inside. Quick, great service, mouthwateringly good food/ice cream and the old school aesthetic that has not changed in the 23 years of me coming here, which is part of the entire experience. You can’t go wrong with a cheeseburger and milkshake, but it would be a mistake to go somewhere other than Shady Glen for such a craving. The onion rings are on point every time and the portions will have you leaving full. Very affordable dining experience!
… moreMarissa Petrozza
Shady Glen in a nutshell: Retro vibes, fried cheese, and ice cream. My burger was decent, with the distinguishing note being, of course, the unique addition of fried cheese. The onion rings were really tasty. My milkshake malt was huge (mustard for scale) and on the sweet side, so while I did like it, I would recommend splitting one if you’re also getting a full meal
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