Best Diners in Columbia

"Play the ultimate game of I spy while waiting for your order to arrive at this oh-so-Baltimore Remington funhouse featuring an array of funky toys and trinkets around every corner. (Don’t miss the plastic mannequins covered in toy cars, dolls hanging from the ceiling, or the collection of vintage Pez dispensers up front.) The lengthy menu is just as whimsical, offering all-day breakfast dishes such as sausage-and-pancake pigs in a blanket, a massive plate of shrimp and grits in Tasso ham gravy, and “The Big Dipper”—a take on the classic “egg in a basket” dish that fries eggs into the center of multigrain French toast. Complete the retro diner experience with a thick milkshake (Chunky Monkey for life!) topped with a hefty dollop of whipped cream."

"Don’t let the residential location or the lack of prices on the menu fool you: this diner delivers everything you’d expect (large portions for affordable prices) plus a fun, bold, and quirky aesthetic. That design isn’t for everyone—some may not enjoying eating beside a bejeweled, green statue with G.I. Joe soldiers for hair—but it will suit you if you want a break in diner monotony and a mix of classic dishes and unique house specialties."

"It doesn't abide by the classic chrome-and-vinyl formula, but instead has a dining room full of fun and funky accents like classic toys and elaborately dressed mannequins lurking in the corners. The menu is more traditional though, offering pancakes, challah French toast, and egg sandwiches. Other times of the day, opt for the meatloaf or fried chicken – just like your mother used to make!"

"Italian, seafood, Greek, down-home American and traditional deli offerings are on the menu, which basically is a book. Breakfast-wise, Broadway Diner is solid if not spectacular. Omelets and combo plates are straightforward and satisfying, and the sausage links are particularly gratifying in an artery-clogging kind of way."

"Claim to fame: Hungarian goulash, potato crusted salmon, shrimp creole. Big portions, lots of options, and open 24 hours. This diner is doing everything right."

"Pete’s Grille is a casual counter-serve eatery on Greenmount Avenue that serves breakfast and lunch in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Renowned for their large portions of hearty all-American fare, Pete’s Grille serves a variety of dishes for breakfast that include omelets and fried eggs, breakfast sandwiches, egg and meat platters, French toast, hot cakes, Belgian waffles, and specials such as creamed chipped beef with home fries and sausage gravy and biscuits with home fries. Hot beverages include freshly brewed coffee and tea, hot chocolate, fruit juices, and milkshakes."

"Pete’s only has counter service, so your grueling wait time is spent eyeballing the griddle and drooling on everyone else’s food. To avoid these awkward moments, I prefer to get takeout. If you call them up before you head over, your food will be ready upon arrival."

"The Southside Diner is a casual, friendly neighborhood eatery located in the Southside Market Place Shopping Center in Locust Point that serves freshly prepared classic diner fare and specialty Greek dishes. Owned and operated by Greek brothers Nick and Steve, the Southside Diner is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days a week, with creative menus of hearty and healthy fare. Breakfast dishes range from eggs and bacon, omelets, egg and meat platters, bagels, French toast, pancakes, and waffles to specialty dishes such as chipped beef on toast, hot cakes, oatmeal and toast, and blueberry muffins."

"Fort Ave. in Riverside, the diner is the highest-rated diner in Baltimore, boasting 4.5 stars out of 146 reviews on Yelp. READ MORE: Suspected Drunk Driver Crashes Into Brooklyn Park Home, Killing 68-Year-Old Man"

"So this review is for the diner just past TSA in concourse B. I went here with what I thought was plenty of time before my flight. No wait at the check i..."

"Skillets steal the spotlight at this Hampden haunt that looks like a saloon straight out of the Wild West. Belly up to the lunch counter to feast on many varieties of breakfast hash—including raclette cheese with bacon and potatoes, or a spicy “Spaniard” version with chorizo, corn, and onions—topped with fried eggs and served in a pan. The menu also features sandwiches that hit the spot any time of day."

"Harford-Echodale – Perring Parkway’s Lost in the 50s Diner, located at 5512 Harford Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner and breakfast and brunch spot four stars out of 113 reviews."

"There was a time when no building in the US was taller than the Phoenix Shot Tower in Baltimore, Maryland. Although other buildings have eclipsed it, including ones in Baltimore, it’s still a breathtaking structure with a whole lot to be wowed by. It’s no longer used for its original purpose, but its new life as a piece of the city’s legacy keeps it as a star attraction."

"For a cool, industrial backdrop and great natural lighting inside the Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower’s clock room, just pay $8 for a guided tour. Not only will you get some great shots, you’ll also learn a little Baltimore history and see some nice artwork since the tower serves as artist residences and studios.@bromotower"

"In Downtown Baltimore, you can actually go inside a real, working clock tower. After taking an elevator up 15 floors through this historic building, you’ll then climb a ship ladder to the industrial clock room. By @one.pic.at.a.tyme."

"Located on the south side of the Inner Harbor, Federal Hill Park is one of the best spots to scope out Baltimore's skyline, walk or get some other form of exercise, and have a picnic. A beloved landmark in the city, the park and its more than 10 acres of grassy hilltop is known as the place where 4,000 patriots celebrated Maryland's ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1788."

"This is THE perfect place to have a picnic and get the wiggles out on a visit to Baltimore. The views are quite possibly the best in the city AND there is a gated playground that your kids will love!"

"Nestled on the Inner Harbor’s south shore, this 10.3-acre park wows visitors with its stellar views of the downtown skyline."

"LIORA by Matthew Kenney Cuisine proposes a selection of locally sourced and influenced cuisine in an inspired and innovative menu, enriched by an extensive cocktail and wine program inclusive of organic and biodynamic varietals. LIORA brings elevated but familiar plant-based cuisine to the area,..."

"As part of a movement that started in Philadelphia, Gangster Vegan Organics aims to redefine what’s considered “gangster,” including healthy food. Located in Federal Hill’s Cross Street Market, GVO offers fresh smoothies, juices, salads, bowls, desserts and even “burgers.” Try the Swizz Beets with homemade BBQ sauce and cashew nacho cheese."

"One of the glorious aspects of eating at a restaurant in Paris is the feeling that one can sit by oneself without being judged. The same is true at Petit Louis, a restaurant that has set the bar for French cuisine in Baltimore since it opened in Roland Park nearly 20 years ago. Bask in the warmth of the fire, the attentive service and the always-on-point French food."

"I remember how excited I was when they first opened a location on Charles Street. I was obsessed with nutella at the time (…I’m still obsessed with nutella, sorry not sorry), and their Nutty Banana was one of my many guilty pleasures – the Turtle being a close second (caramel, chocolate and nuts), S’mores (chocolate, melted marshmallows, and graham crackers) a close third!. In addition to sweet crepes, they also offer savory handhelds!"