Mom's Diner
Diner · Syracuse
About Mom's Diner
Mom's Diner is a Syracuse institution, proudly women-owned and serving the community for over 20 years. We offer a warm, welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of home, where friendly service is always a priority. Customers rave about our fast service and delicious food, especially the signature Jersey sa...
Mom's Diner is a Syracuse institution, proudly women-owned and serving the community for over 20 years. We offer a warm, welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of home, where friendly service is always a priority. Customers rave about our fast service and delicious food, especially the signature Jersey sandwiches. We’re known for our great coffee and local specialties. Whether you're dining in, taking out, or enjoying our outdoor seating, we strive to make every visit a pleasant one. With options like curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, and a family-friendly environment complete with entertainment, we aim to cater to everyone. Sports fans are welcome too!
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Mom's Diner is a Syracuse gem known for its friendly, homey atmosphere and delicious, affordable food. The Jersey sandwich and breakfast sandwiches are highly praised. Some note inconsistent food quality and occasional service issues, but the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive.
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Tip: Cash only! Be prepared to order at the counter, even after being seated.
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Mom's Diner is located in Syracuse, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
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- Thornden Park (A 594m) — park in the United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
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- Westminster Park (A 712m) — park in Onondaga County, New York, United States of America
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- 422 Marshall Street (A 814m) — building on Syracuse University campus
- 727 Comstock Ave (A 912m) — building on Syracuse University campus
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Mom's Diner Syracuse Reviews
Ordered the dirty jersey sandwiches, Eva who took our order was so nice. We even got their new ginger shots which were the real deal! Cant wait to go back again.
What a great experience. Wonderful people, had great conversations. Delicious food. Will definitely go there again. Happy Holidays and a great New Year.
Great little spot. We stayed nearby and stopped in to get some breakfast for the road. This place delivered on all fronts - the set up inside was a classic diner feel and had a bit of atmosphere. The food was great, we got a Taylor'd and classic breakfast sandwich, and it kept us full for most of the day! Got chatting with Kelly, who was super nice and friendly - gave us a little history on the restaurant and the area, we would love to get back again! If you are in the WC area - go check them out!
Busy but well-run diner! Even with a full crowd, service was quick and organized, and our food came out hot and fresh. What really impressed me was how family-friendly it is. They had puppets, books, and crayons to keep kids entertained. Such a thoughtful touch that made breakfast easier and more enjoyable. Great spot for both adults and little ones!
Mom's Diner has been in the neighborhood over 20 years. A small diner with "at home" type of service. Very friendly,comfortable and affordable. It's my go-to spot 3 or more times a week.
Best breakfast sandwich in syracuse! You won't be disappointed cash only though! I'm sure everything else is great.
Decided to try this place while we were in the area, and was not disappointed at all. We tried their fries and cheese curds which were both phenomenal, then we all tried their Jersey sandwiches. We all left full and extremely happy with the food. The staff was great and the location was super easy to find parking for. Would definitely recommend if you’re in the area, we can’t wait to go back!
I have always seen Moms as a I drive by but my husband and I finally went in to buy breakfast sandwiches. As we are walked in we’re immediately greeted and felt very welcomed. The atmosphere is so homey and we truly loved it. We’re both from NYC so we miss the bacon egg and cheese sandwiches. I got a regular bacon egg and cheese on a roll and my husband got a French toast bacon egg and cheese. He definitely enjoyed it because it was flavorful and reminded us of home. We dined out but definitely worth buying from this place and eating in!
YO FOLKS, know before you go!!!! With a name like Mom’s, you’d think you can’t go wrong. They’ve been here a while (bonus points), and at first it feels like a home run. Then comes the curveball: they seat you, only to say, “Oh, you have to order at the counter.” Really? The whole place has maybe a dozen tables—surely Ms. Pumpkin could manage that without breaking a sweat. Bottom line: I didn’t eat here or spend a dollar. Walked in with a pocket full of money, ready to support the place, and somehow they made it hard to spend.
Honest review. Good service, delicious food, atmosphere could be better. If you want to have a nice breakfast this place is alright. For 9$ this is a great place to dine in. I highly recommend coming here if you are looking for a quick breakfast. Nice way to start your day. Also ummm not expensive so it’s nice if you want to save up a bit on your trip. My family enjoyed this and we may return later.
Food was great, service however not as much the lady at the register was very nice and speedy. The waitress we had today said that we took a man’s spot when we had been there before him and told him I had other people with me when he tried to sit by me, she gave me a lot of attitude as well when she made that statement. Ruined the vibe for me!
I am from a few hours out of town and I used to go to school in the area. I travel in to have Mom's and more than once have I driven with others only to be turned down at the door because they have decided to close early. The food is wonderful but the last few trips I have been turned away. Today my partner and I traveled hours for Moms. I checked their hours. Double checked. And even arrived over an hour before close but was still turned away despite there being people inside who were being served. I can no longer recommend this place to my friends because the hours have become unreliable and I can't count on them actually being open and serving. I used to love this place in college and went daily but now I am disappointed. Would love to keep coming here but it's difficult to plan the trip if I'm not sure I will be served.
Food and service sub par at best. Table was dirty. Take your business elsewhere!
Waited an hour for 1 omelet. Got it and the toast wasn't even toasted just a slice of bread. The rest was fine.
Obviously not okay. Please package your food better and deliver utensils. The quality has gone down since COVID had begun. This is just unacceptable. For consumers, take a look through the gallery to see how the food quality has declined from Moms. I also would like to acknowledge the meat and the difference. I hate to constantly blame 3rd party services but I cannot blame a driver for the complete difference in quality.
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