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The Diner

235 Los Gatos Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA 95030
408-354-4886
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Ranked #39 of 101 restaurants in Los Gatos
Cuisines: American
Most recent review
- 8 Aug 2012
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Sydney, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012

We stumbled upon this place whilst filling up for petrol, my husband had gone inside the petrol station to ask directions. We noticed this authentic looking American diner next door and decided to treat the kids to a milk shake. Being from Australia we thought it was just like stepping back into the diner from 'Happy Days'. The staff were... More

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Bay Area, CA
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48 reviews 48 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2012

My husband and I go to this diner once every few months for Sunday breakfast. We enjoy the atmosphere and the food is above average for this kind of restaurant. The servers are fast and friendly. This is reliably good. We usually split the very generously sized omelet and hash browns or home fries. My only complaint is that the... More

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Santa Barbara USA
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24 reviews 24 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2011

The 5 given is within it's category, which is diner type places. It is not a 5 for haute cuisine, etc. This is for great comfort food, in good quantity with great service. I love this place and come here whenever I am in Los Gatos. ESPECIALLY for breakfast.

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Virginia Water, United Kingdom
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237 reviews 237 reviews
144 restaurant reviews
96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011

I've been visiting Los Gatos from the UK for 20 years, and I never miss an opportunity to have breakfast at The Diner. Pure 50's with formica top tables in booths with little juke boxes on the wall. An open kitchen serves huge tasty plates of food. The staff has always been fun, chatty and provide quick efficient service. Prices... More

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