Cassandra Phillips, REALTOR

Trying something new upon my arrival to the City that never sleeps. In my opinion, Diners can be a hit or miss. Valbrook Diner was a hit! Our server Sonny was friendly in her own little way. When I inquired about the Homemade Challah French Toast, her response made the dish sound like the perfect choice. The food was flavorful and delivered to our table at just the right temperature. Having ordered the French Toast, Turkey Sausage and scrambled eggs, I was pleasantly surprised by the French Toast. No syrup needed. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Not enough to eat 2. By the time I finished 1/2 of one turkey sausage that I didn’t really care for, one French toast, 1/2 of my eggs and the cooked to perfection corned beef hash that I just had to try.. I was extremely full. At Valwood Diner you will definitely get your money’s worth! So much so that you might waste some food. Overall experience was wonderful. I didn’t clean my plate but I left a very happy customer! By the way, parking is a little challenging but it’s New York🤩

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Sondra Young

It was my birthday and several family members got together at the Valbrook Diner for lunch. We were a party of 14 adults and kids, and each one of us were treated well. The service and food were amazing. Special preparation requests were honored without a problem. It was the first time any of us ate at the diner, and we will definitely be back. The photo is a pastry brought to me in recognition of my birthday. It was a great experience for all!

JayMac95

I'm someone who loves a great Saturday morning breakfast after a long and gruesome week. I decided to try somewhere else other than IHOP and ended up randomly coming to Valbrook Diner. From when I first entered the establishment, I was greeted with courtesy and I knew right then and there that they valued their customers. I was granted the choice to sit where I wanted. The atmosphere was very welcoming and everyone seemed to be happy. The sweet aroma of the food floating through the air made my mouth watery. The waitress was nice. They have many different selections on the menu. The food came rather quickly after I ordered. I also ordered a few things because I thought it would probably be small portions but I was wrong. The portions were sufficient enough. Food was very delicious and fulfilling. Highly recommend for breakfast. They do serve lunch also and I think dinner. Plenty of parking was available when I went there on a Saturday morning. Maybe just got lucky and the place was somewhat packed. Will definitely revisit. Thank you for a pleasant experience!

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I've been coming here since I was a child and the food is still pretty consistent. I've tried many lentil soups and theirs is by far my favorite.

I've been coming here since I was a child and the food is still pretty consistent. I've tried many lentil soups and theirs is by far my favorite.

Valbrooks is my local diner that just never disappoints \n\nI have been coming for years and of course on a sunday I was in the mood for some comfort food. The menu has possibly every single thing …

Been going to Valbrook for over 20 years, great food, great folks working there! Celebrated many after sports events and recitals with kids, enjoyed breakfast with in-laws and family over the yea…

Been going to Valbrook for over 20 years, great food, great folks working there! Celebrated many after sports events and recitals with kids, enjoyed breakfast with in-laws and family over the years…

What a place! The owner is a true gentleman and the food is great. Reasonable prices, great service- you could ask for more but you couldn't get it! \n\nThanks for everything!

Because I was directly across the street from this restaurant, why not dine in! \nAs I walked in, there is soft music playing and I immediately felt the serene tone that's place is giving. I was im…

Food is always delicious! breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. Reasonably priced. Definitely my first choice of diners when going out with my friends or family!

Food is always delicious! Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. Reasonably priced. Definitely my first choice of diners when going out with my friends or family!

Good food, good service and ambiance. Cashier in front always pleasant\n\nNever disappointed \nHighly recommend..

Ourstanding food and service. Big portions fair prices, great value. This diner will exceed your expectations weather it is breakfast or lunch. My wife had scramled eggs and potatoes English muffin…

Ourstanding food and service. Big portions fair prices, great value. This diner will exceed your expectations weather it is breakfast or lunch. My wife had scramled eggs and potatoes English muffin…

Ourstanding food and service. Big portions fair prices, great value. This diner will exceed your expectations weather it is breakfast or lunch. My wife had scramled eggs and potatoes English muffin…

We had Lunch. My Wife had a Corned Beef on Rye with French fries. I had a Cheese Omelette with Mushrooms and French fries. The Corned Beef was lean. The Omelette was cooked to perfection. Fr…

Had breakfast food was good a bit pricey hot chocolate was just slightly bigger than a shot glass and not worth the $4.

Robin Borden

I've been coming to this diner for over 20 years. Most of the time service and food are on point. In those years I've encountered 2 nonchalant waiters and under or overcooked fries which were corrected immediately without hassle. I love the atmosphere and the welcoming staff.

Daniel Pino

Valbrook Diner Layout/atmosphere *Counter with one TV; booths; tables in back; open view of the street; parking lot Service *Quick Food/drink *Pancakes - good; could taste the buttermilk in the batter *Corned Beef Hash with two eggs (over easy) with home fries & toast - solid; green peppers in the potatoes

Eugene Clemons

This was my first time at this diner and although it was very busy, my party was seated right fast. The staff was very friendly & professional and the food was to all our liking. Needless to say we will be revisiting this place soon.

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December 2025.\nI grew up in the immediate area and frequently ValBrook wayyyyy too often back then. I haven't visited in probably about 10 years. I must say that during my absence....the staff is st…

I visited Valbrook Diner with my plus one and I ordered the turkey & Swiss cheese omelette with home fries. The eggs were cooked nicely and the Swiss melted well, creating a good creamy texture, an…

We tried this place a few times. Nice waiters who offer good service but who are obviously oppressed by a bullying manager. Food is okay to good.\n\nToday we decided to stop patronizing the place b…

So came here with a friend. Honestly have driven past so many times just have never stopped in. The staff were polite and courteous. We were seated very quickly and did not feel rushed to come to a…

So it's a typical diner, nothing fancy but the food is good. I had a meat lovers omelette w/ ham & bacon it comes with a side of reg fries or home fries & toast. I also opted for a single waffle.…

I've been going here for almost 10 years now. Food is pretty good, solid diner food. The servers who bring you the water, the ancillary staff, are always the kindest and most attentive when my fami…

First time at Valbrook Diner passing this Diner several years and after reading the reviews and finally here for breakfast had bacon omelette home fries with whole wheat toast big portion was delic…

ambiance is what you'd expect from a local diner. It had some really nice Christmas decorations out. The staff were friendly & on point when it came to checking on us. \n\nThe food was affordable. …

Lee J Ross

We tried this place a few times for lunch and dinner. The food is okay and waiters are friendly but unfortunately work in fear of the manager who obviously oppress them. Had two annoying and negative exchanges with a bullying manager who was so very petty that he would not allow the waiter to bring tomatoes without charging extra. I declined the second time around. We then decided to stop patronizing this diner. There are many places with better food without nasty pettiness.

Tommy K

The receptionist on entry was welcoming and seated us as soon as possible. It went downhill from there. Table service was awful. Our waiter had the attitude like he really did not want to be our server and was doing us a favor by doing so. Substitution on 1 item in exchange for something else was declined, even though the menu indicated substitution is a $2 charge, which I would have been willing to pay. Customer satisfaction is not a priority here. The food is average at best, nobody asked if everything was okay during the meal. There are better choices close by. Bring quarters for the parking meter on the street. the chances of getting a parking space in their tiny parking lot is slim to none. Lose the poor attitude and focus on customer satisfaction, and maybe I will try again.

Austin Abraham

They had paper menus. Like printouts. The one I had was torn. How splendid. Their water was tap water. Unfiltered. Just nasty. I ordered a Ginger-Ale. That was fountain. So displeasing. I would no recommend this diner for drinks. They did have good breakfast though. I had a chicken quesadilla omelette. That was the only thing decent there.

Extremely Disturbing Experience - Unsafe Behavior from staff Member (Anthony)\n\nWe came to this diner to celebrate a family reunion -- our cousin was visiting from overseas. We've been regular cus…

Last time this food tastes good was in 2021. Unfortunately, this diner just continues to plummet in food quality and rise in prices. This very bland bacon and egg and clearly microwaved sandwich co…

i wish I could gave this restaurant a BIG FAT ZEROO0000 the customer service was HORRIBLE. FOOD IS HORRIBLE and the drinks are WATERED DOWN. I complained about my food and they had the nerve to ret…

Saturday morning we had unexpected guests arrive from a long distance and we all decided to reach out to Valbrook before they opened for breakfast platter options. Although they did not have platte…

Extremely Disturbing Experience - Unsafe Behavior from Staff Member (Anthony) We came to this diner to celebrate a family reunion -- our cousin was visiting from overseas. We've been regular custome…

Extremely Disturbing Experience - Unsafe Behavior from Staff Member (Anthony) We came to this diner to celebrate a family reunion -- our cousin was visiting from overseas. We've been regular custo…

Extremely Disturbing Experience - Unsafe Behavior from staff Member (Anthony) We came to this diner to celebrate a family reunion -- our cousin was visiting from overseas. We've been regular custo…

I came for breakfast, but since we arrived, the owner treated us with clear disrespect. He called my name, then shut the door in my face. After we sat down, my kids wanted to move to the boat table, …

I came for breakfast, but since we arrived, the owner treated us with clear disrespect. He called my name, then shut the door in my face. After we sat down, my kids wanted to move to the boat table…

ound in my food. Brought it to the attention of the manager whose attitude was unbecoming. I don’t need to get a free food. I work too hard for this level of service. Will never return. Advised to …

ound in my food. Brought it to the attention of the manager whose attitude was unbecoming. I don’t need to get a free food. I work too hard for this level of service. Will never return. Advised t…

I've already seen the words DISGUSTED and cheap owners on here and I should of known better. I haven't been there in years but decided to give it a try with some old friends. We remembered it fr…

Cheryl Crawford

Yesterday morning, three of us were at the Vallbrook Diner having coffee and juice, and discussing funeral arrangements for our father. The diner was not busy and there were plenty of available seats. About 10 minutes after our drinks arrived our server asked if we were ready to order food. We told her that we were only having beverages. Then a man who I assume is the manager or owner came to us and said that if we were going to conduct business, we needed to order food. Then the server returned. She was very polite and we got the check, and left. I have been going to diners all my life, and no one has ever come to my table and told me that I have to order because of what they think I'm having a conversation about. There was no sign indicating that there's a minimum order requirement per table. There was no sign that said anything. This was very disrespectful treatment, and I discourage anyone from visiting this diner. If they can just decide who can stay and who cannot, with no clearly written and displayed policy, then it could happen to you!

Beverly Wilks

Ordered home fries and 2 orders of turkey sausage for pickup. Upon opening bag at home the home fries were burnt all over. The turkey sausage they now use are very small. Not the same size as before. They were overcooked but edible. I returned the potatoes to the diner and they refunded me. Can't understand how they would sell burnt potatoes anybody. to I think they have new chefs that are not good cooking. Poor quality control. I will not be visiting this diner no longer as quality of food has gone downhill. There are other diners around that are much better.

Dr Maya Rankova

Extremely Disturbing Experience - Unsafe Behavior from Staff Member (Anthony) We came to this diner to celebrate a family reunion -- our cousin was visiting from overseas. We've been regular customers here for over 30 years, and always enjoyed coming here until this shocking incident. We brought a $500 bottle of alcohol and planned to discuss it with our server, intending to pay for opening it and also order from the bar. Before we had a chance to explain, a staff member named Anthony suddenly ran up to our table screaming, saying we couldn't bring alcohol into his establishment. His behavior was erratic and aggressive -- his eyes were red, his hands were shaking, and he was shouting so loudly that saliva landed on our food. We even offered to buy the most expensive bottle of alcohol from their bar to resolve the situation politely, but Anthony refused, saying he was not selling us anything. He then grabbed our bottle and drinks from the table with his bare hands, took them away without permission, and threatened to call the police. We were shocked and deeply uncomfortable. He came back moments later, threw the check on the table, and told us never to return. When I went to pay and asked why he said that, he denied it and walked away, refusing to face me. As a doctor, I have worked with psychotic patients in clinical settings, but those are controlled and professional environments. What I witnessed here was frightening, unpredictable, and deeply upsetting. It was depressing to see such rude and inconsiderate behavior in what used to be one of my favorite places. Anthony's behavior was so unstable that it made us fear for our safety. Management should immediately evaluate whether he is fit to interact with customers. After this disturbing encounter, I can no longer recommend this diner. Never in my life have I experienced such an attitude from staff or ownership toward loyal customers. It no longer feels safe or welcoming.

Daniel Cinelli

After ordering a burger that had Mold on it and was incorrect, They tried to tell me that the green mold on the cheese was blood from the burger! you be the judge? My 6 year old says only aliens have green blood Hahahah I order here for the past 5 years since I moved here don’t think I will be ordering anymore especially cause they tried to tell me that the mold was not mold and it was blood from the cow hahaha !!