David’s Diner

Sorry Pamela’s, you been replaced as the Breakfast Champion. Gold goes to David’s Diner

Found this diner while in Pittsburgh for a hockey tournament. Spoke with some locals while waiting in line who recommended the Never Again and the pancakes. Once inside, I couldn’t resist the Ray Ray’s Trash Plate while my son ordered 1 blueberry pancake.
We were warned that the pancakes are huge — — - and they were also some of the best… anywhere. The Trash Plate had chili sauce, eggs, bacon and home-​fries cooked crisp on the griddle with cheese… all huddled together in a wonderfully messy and delectable pile of goodness.
Excellent coffee delivered with down home sincere service. The place is obviously very popular and clearly has many loyal local customers. Eat here once… and you’ll know why they keep coming back.

I went here with my sister for Breakfast because we wanted to check a new place out and saw all the awesome reviews.
The staff was extremely courteous and the service was on point. I ordered the Bear Hungry Omelette (cheese, Ham, Sausage, Bacon, onions, and peppers) with a side of toast and hash browns. The food was delicious! The owner walked over and greeted us after our meal. I would go here again in a heart beat!

super nice people. crowded but comfortable. food was awesome. get the never again. will be back.

Hmmm… Hot Cider and coffee while you wait?
Excellent
The owner coming out to check if you are present while waiting AND letting you know graciously that they are thankful for you waiting to be seated?
Excellent
3 fresh eggs over ham steak and country potatoes served with jalapeño corn bread BEAR style?
EXCELLENT!
Sitting down and being served what you ordered all within 15 minutes?
WOW!
If you are in this neck of the woods, don’t hesitate to come in here. I will.
P. S. Dad says so too

Hands down, the best breakfast place I’ve ever been to. This is taking into account the other amazing breakfast places such as Delucas in the Strip and Pamelas in Millvale. I cannot get past the Bear Hungry omelette, it is absolutely huge and amazing with all of their meats and veggies. The chunks of everything are big and the omelette itself is 4 eggs and over stuffed. Every plate comes out steaming hot, fresh, and look amazing. This is a no brainer, worth the drive, worth the wait, worth the money dive diner dedicated to veterans. The owner is more happy to see me than my own mother. I will come back 2 weekends a month or more, love this place.

Owners always make you feel special walking in the door and the food is so good that it is worth the wait if there is a line. Good people, good food… what could be better.

Good breakfast food. Does not live up to the reputation that surrounds it… not to say the place is bad. Good American diner. Good staff.

We found David’s dinner on Unilocal while looking for breakfast on our way to Pittsburg. We pulled up to the place and immediately noticed a crowd outside and thought; these guys are obviously doing something right! We got our name on the list and only waited 20 min tops! And BOY WAS IT SO WORTH IT! My husband ordered an omelet and said it was the best he has ever had! (And that’s saying a lot) I ordered a breakfast sandwich and it was everything I thought it would be plus some! My son (7 years old & picky picky eater) ordered pancakes, sausage, and eggs and ate almost all of it! The owner, Lisa, was super friendly and I can’t say enough about her hospitality. I inquired about a shirt the waitstaff was very wearing and Lisa came right over and told us she would like to GIVE us a shirt if we would pick out a color and write our sizes down. We offered to pay for them but it was no use… She was more than happy to have us there and made us feel very welcomed (she even gave my son a Popsicle as we were leaving). I wouldn’t be surprised if this place is featured on Dinners, Drive-​ins, and Dives in the near future! Phenomenal doesn’t even begin to describe David’s dinner! The food, staff, and atmosphere was everything these Texans were looking for!

The service was polite and prompt, and the food was pretty good. I got the sausage gravy & biscuits with an iced tea, and you can tell that everything was homemade. $ 10 for biscuits & gravy and a drink seems a bit extravagant, though.

So friendly. So delicious. Glad we stumbled upon this place during our tour of the Pittsburgh area. Discount for vets, firefighters, police, etc. lovely place.

All I can say is WOW !!! First time visit, I had the corned beef Swiss omelet Awesome !!! Real corned beef brisket slow cooked for 8 hours delicious !!! I went with my boyfriend who is sometimes picky and a critic of foods because he is a cook guess what HE LOVED IT !!! Super friendly people who work there everyone made you feel like you were a part of a big family HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! We will be back

As we walked in they pointed to our table cause it’s that kind of awesome atmosphere where they know you. Already taking a chair away for my Sons high chair to be placed. The wait was about 20s. As always the food awesome! Accommodating for any adjustment requested and hot fresh food. The pancakes are made fresh the biscuits are moist. The gravy is the right thick and tasty with just the right seasoning! Griddle potatoes and eggs the way that was like the first time you had breakfast out in that hole in the wall with your grandfather. Yeah it’s that good!

Great service and great food here at David’s Diner. Located right on the roadside on our way to Pittsburgh Mills we found this charming place for breakfast. It was quite busy and a slight wait of about 5 minutes before we were seated. For those who may need to wait longer, they offer a nice coffee set up right outside their entrance. It is somewhat small inside with about a dozen or so tables, but also offers counter seating as well.
A wide selection of items on the menu will make for something for everyone’s appetite no doubt. I know they make their own sausage and have a homemade jalapeño corn bread that is reported to be amazing from those around us. It will definitely be on our ‘to do” list next visit. (see menu photo)
We enjoyed the eggs and bacon and Cub omelette. Service was very attentive and friendly. The restaurant was very clean and charming with the American themed décor. Vet’s are certainly appreciated at Dave’s. :)
There is also a local produce stand conveniently next to the Diner so you can pick up some fruits and veggies after brunch!

Everytime I visit saves diner I’m welcomed by their cheerful staff. The food is great… Soup is out of this world. Everything is amazing. It is a small little diner, and gets packed quickly– but definitely worth the wait. It’s not awkward dining solo either Bc of the large counter.

Been here for breakfast a couple times now. Every time I been here the food has been great. You have to come here with a appetite because the portions are huge. The staff is always friendly and kind.

How have I lived here for well over a year and never gone to David’s Diner?
It’s a spectacular place for brunch. Sleeping in on a Saturday usually means that when we get up, I make us an awesome brunch. But you can’t make much when you’re out of eggs… so I dragged my reluctant-​to-​get-​dressed hubby to David’s Diner. Breakfast is all they serve on Saturdays and Sundays.
The place has a very homey feel to it. The staff is very friendly, it’s not out of the ordinary to be greeted by several people when you come in. Our waitress was very helpful. She of course recommended the jalapeño cornbread with the eggs Benedict. Tyler got it and loved it. I tried some and I totally digged it. That cornbread is good stuff.
I got a ham and cheese omelet, something well within my comfort zone. And my gosh, their ham is fabulous! It’s juicy and cut thick, just the way I love it. When you come here, get something with ham.
The food came out rapidly, and my coffee cup was always full.
Also, they use Square for their credit card services. I’ve always wanted to see somebody use it, I find it so fascinating. Makes me wish I owned a small business. Lol. It lets you choose a tip percentage (or no tip if you want to leave cash) and then calculates it for you. Then you sign right on the smart phone with your finger, and they can email you the receipt. Awesome. Every restaurant should use this. I think it would speed things up a bunch.
Anyways, David’s Diner is a great little breakfast joint. I’ll definitely come around more often now that I know this.

Before our trip to Pittsburgh, my husband and I had to find the perfect diner for breakfast before our journey home. This was absolutely the best place we could have gone and Unilocal and TripAdvisor did not lie! The ladies that work there are so incredibly friendly and the good is amazing! We both had coffee (which was your typical delicious diner coffee). I had the biscuits and gravy which were incredible and the home fries/​hash browns were some of the best I’ve ever had! My husband had the SOS (essentially creamed chipped beef on toast) with a side of their legendary jalapeño cornbread and homemade sausage. We were so full when we were done as the portions were huge! We may have to share a meal next time with a couple of sides!

I feel like I’m just full of 5 star reviews lately and David’s Diner is well deserving of another one.
I invited my parents to Sunday brunch, offering them a few locations to choose from. Sometimes they can be picky eaters but I know they always enjoy a good diner. Based on the few good reviews here (especially Haywood J’s) I was hoping they’d pick David’s Diner. And they took the bait.
I should mention that I’ve requested an update on the Unilocal business information. The address was listed as Pittsburgh 15 238 which is more the Fox Chapel area and not the Springdale location where David’s can actually be found. My GPS was confused. But thank goodness for the awesome photos available from my fellow Unilocalers. With their help we easily located David’s Diner by the flag hanging from their red, white and blue sign, just a bit north of the original address we were confused by.
Inside we found a quaint little dining room that included a counter, tables and even a bench for waiting. The staff welcomed us and were happy to answer questions. (Yes, you can get egg beaters in place of eggs with any meal.) My Mom ordered Lisa’s Whole Grain Blue Pancakes, Dad a veggie omelet. I couldn’t decide so I asked our waitress if I should go with the Country Eggs Benedict or Ray Ray’s Trash Plate. Without hesitation, her answer was the Country Eggs Benedict. Decision made.
Lisa (who owns and runs the place with her husband and veteran Dave) introduced herself to us and thanked us for coming. We could tell they had their regulars, like the people who showered Lisa with hugs on their way out. It’s great to see places like this, places with ties to the neighborhood. There’s an appreciation for the personal business and the business gives that love back to the community. I’d only just met Lisa but I was happy for their success.
The food was delicious, of course. The thin sliced potatoes that came with Dad’s omelet were just the way I like them. Mom couldn’t even come close to finishing those pancakes. Meanwhile I devoured those Country Eggs Benedict like it was my job. We relaxed at our cozy little table, pleased with finding another local gem. Luckily this time we didn’t have to wait but even if we did, David’s is worth it.

Nothing but rave reviews for this spot. Looks a bit like a dive from the outside but when you step inside the staff are friendly, the restaurant is clean and the food is delicious. It’s a neighborhood diner where literally everyone knows your name. I felt a little like the odd man out because no one knew my name but everyone was so friendly that the feeling didn’t last long. It’s a small place with a handful of tables and a lunch counter with stools. It can get crowded but they work quickly to get everyone seated. Also, I saw the owner, Lisa, bringing coffee to those who were sitting waiting which I thought was a really thoughtful touch to ease the wait time.
On both visits, I went for the Light Breakfast of sorts which was one pancake with a fried egg on top and then ordered a side of home fries. On the second visit I upgraded the regular pancake for a banana and chocolate chip pancake. That decision was definitely NOT a mistake! Well, maybe a mistake for my waistline but not my taste buds. Everything on the menu looks great and you get a ton of food for a great price. I love, love, love the home fries.
I also really want to emphasize how clean this place was. No dust on any of the decorations or shelves, no crusted and dried residue on the ketchup and hot sauce bottle on the tables, a clean floor, etc. You can tell the owners really take pride in their business.
It may be out of the way from downtown Pittsburgh but I recommend making the trip!