Dinky's Blue Belle Diner

Eggs florentine for the win! We get it every time! Excellent food and service! The kiddos devoured the pancakes, and Aunty Cuckoo was a pleasure to have as a server (as always)! She convinced us to try the special and it didn’t disappoint! Can’t wait to go back 🙂

You can tell allot about a dinner by the coffee they serve. Delectable coffee paired with a delicious meal that kept my belly full and my taste buds happy. Bravo!!!

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of eating here again. This is absolutely one of my favorite places. My buddy, his girlfriend, and myself all order our food not only did it come out fast but was insanely delicious to boot. The waitress that waited on us was super nice and genuine (the young lady with the amazing artwork on both arms). Like when she brought us our check she said here y'all go no rush. When she said it you really felt like there was no rush to hurry up and pay and get out. Instead they make feel comfortable to finsh your coffee or whatever you have till your ready to go on with your day. I would definitely recommend this place.

Worcester style diner with a few rooms added to it. The mushroom and cheese omelette was great. The game changer here are the home fries. These are some of the best home fries I have ever had. These things have a great complex flavor profile.

My dad is generally neutral on food, but he described the French toast today as “exceptional” and “a definite return every time I visit” which is like 5+ stars review for him. There’s a reason we take all our visitors here, it’s just the best. Shout out to Cheryl for the best service and recs every time!

First time here. The service was good. The food was okay. The home fries were dry.

Pretty good food! All-American old fashioned diner. Great sausage, toast, eggs, and potatoes. $25 for two people, be advised it’s cash only. Nice waitress. Lots of locals. Very relaxed environment. Cool decoration. Definitely worth checking out.

Can't believe it took me my lifetime to find this nifty diner w a great presence of humor allllll over their menu. Today I had excellent French toast with fresh strawberries and nutella. Yummy!

Dinky's Blue Belle Diner: Where Nostalgia Tastes Like Cholesterol ​Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars (5 stars for food, 10 stars for character) ​Dinky's Blue Belle Diner isn't just a place to eat in Shrewsbury, MA; it's a culinary time warp and a full-contact sport. You don't just walk into Dinky's; you enter a glorious, stainless-steel fever dream where the coffee is served at the temperature of a minor sun and the gravy flows like a righteous river. ​The Ambiance: The Blue Belle Beatdown ​I walked in and immediately had to adjust my expectations. If you're looking for "farm-to-table" or "curated small plates," please leave the building. Dinky's is strictly "grill-to-face." The booth vinyl is cracked, the jukebox hasn't been updated since the first Bush administration, and the entire room operates at a charmingly chaotic energy level that suggests the health inspector is just a really persistent rumor. I adored it. The scent of sizzling bacon and ancient floor wax is a perfume I will never forget. It's authentic in a way that modern restaurants try, and fail, to replicate. ​The Food: A Masterclass in Maximum Calories ​I ordered The Shrewsbury Stack: three pancakes the size of vinyl records, smothered in butter and maple syrup that has probably seen some things. These weren't fluffy; they were sturdy. They were the kind of pancakes that you could build a small cabin out of. They demanded respect, and they earned it. ​My friend, the more civilized diner, opted for the "All-Day Breakfast Burger," which appears to be a full cheeseburger with a fried egg and three strips of bacon, all served on top of a small mountain of home fries. This is food designed not just to nourish, but to render you temporarily immobile. It was magnificent. Every bite was a perfectly calibrated dose of salt, fat, and deeply honest, non-pretentious flavor. The kind of flavor that screams, "We don't know what kale is, and we like it that way." ​The Service: Efficiency with Sass ​Our server, Brenda (I assume everyone is named Brenda or Sal), managed the entire floor with the focused intensity of a world-class air traffic controller. She called me "sweetheart" and refilled my coffee three times without ever making eye contact. When I asked if they had any artisanal bread options, she just pointed at the white toast and muttered, "That's artisanal. Made right here." Flawless execution. ​The Verdict ​Dinky's Blue Belle Diner is not a date night spot (unless your relationship can survive a 3,000-calorie meal). It's where you go to remember what simple, excellent, deeply American food tastes like. It's loud, it's a little sticky, and it is absolutely the best diner in Shrewsbury. Go, eat, be happy, and then schedule a nap for the rest of the day. You've earned it.

This isn't my first time at Dinky's, and each visit has been a consistently good experience. The staff is always friendly, the fruit on the waffles is fresh and vibrant and the bathroom is clean (huge plus) there was no napkins in the machine only a hand dryer which my daughter dislikes loud noises so we left it with wet hands. The soap is also like a regular dial soap pump bottle which is decent but, could be updated to a touch less soap dispenser to be more sanitary , That said, I've had better waffles elsewhere, and I'm not a fan of the syrup -- it tastes a bit watered down and could use more sweetness. I ordered a hot chocolate and an apple juice. The hot chocolate was rich and had a great consistency -- definitely a highlight. The apple juice, however, was served warm, and I personally would have preferred it cold. Overall, Dinky's is a solid spot with a welcoming vibe. I've returned a few times and plan to keep it in my rotation.

Fresh, obviously homemade soups and hearty dishes. The service was excellent. I've sat at the counter for my visits but there's ample booths and tables. The atmosphere is distinctly local and welcoming. Go here for the food! Daily specials will be listed: sausage and pepper soup, cordon blue chicken wrap, corn chowder, multiple breakfast choices. Cash only. Love this place!

Worcester style diner with a few rooms added to it. The mushroom and cheese omelette was great. The game changer here are the home fries. These are some of the best home fries I have ever had. These things have a great complex flavor profile.

Always good food! Place is great. Good service. I have been here a few times and have had nothing but a great experience. The food is always spectacular and I will come back.

If I could give negative stars I would!! I used to live close by and eat here multiple days a week. It was never great but mostly passable. I went in yesterday with a colleague after years of not eating there. IT WAS DISGUSTING, TERRIBLE, COLD, BURNT, AND EXPENSIVE, WTF? Never again, they have lost my business!

Cheryl, Cheryl, Cheryl ! She is a treasure and makes eating at Dinky's worth the stop. The food comes out quick and hot. Is it gourmet? No, but should you care if it is ? Also, no. This is a quintessential diner. The sort that are vanishing faster than a short stack of Dinky's pancakes.

What a cute little place! Cheryl was amazing! She took care of our large party with a smile. I suggest you ask for Cheryl if you dine at Dinky's.

The coffee was very good. I had a combination breakfast: 2 scrambled eggs, 2 slices of French toast, crispy home fries, crispy bacon. The bacon was not even close to crispy. The home fries were over salted and heavily seasoned. The French toast looked as though the cook brushed egg on the faces and the inside was plain white bread and was undercooked. The scrambled eggs were eggs beaten and spread on the griddle. They were not fluffy. Just thin and flat. Service was adequate- my coffee cup was always full. Unfortunately, she never checked in with me to ask how everything was. I would have discretely provided feedback. She looked like she has lost her love for her job. Never going back.

Attentive , friendly and polite service. Place is always clean that's always a plus. The food never disappoints and the prices are reasonable. It is a Diner so it's a little tight inside but it's more cozy than crowded. I recommend them highly.

This was my first time here. The menu is extensive and I like the wide variety. I got the banana walnut waffle, which tasted great. Upon further inspection, there were pieces of BLACK PLASTIC embedded in the bottom part of the waffle. I had already eaten more than half of it at this point. I called them and they did nothing to make up for it. I'm sure the other food is fine, but if you're ordering the waffle, check the bottom before eating it.

Cute little spot - I never even knew it was there! CASH ONLY - they do have an ATM on site. The kids enjoyed their massive pancake and waffles. I had the heart attack breakfast - it was good and definitely massive but I was very disappointed to find hash from a can. Why do diners do this? Seriously I won't go back just because of that. Our waitress was great and always around and the place was very clean. Prices were average to a tad bit high for a breakfast diner.

An update... I had several bad experiences here a few years ago, but had a much better one on a recent revisit. Sat at the counter with a friend- greeted promptly and warmly by the waitress on duty, who brought coffee and kept it refilled. I had the "Shooky Doo", I think it was called- an English muffin with sausage patties, perfectly poached eggs, and American cheese sagging gently on top. Exactly what I wanted it to be. (I'd have preferred hollandaise, but we go with what's offered.) My friend enjoyed his scrambled eggs and home fries. Potatoes were well seasoned and thoroughly cooked (I hate hard potatoes!) Left feeling full and happy. Nothing extraordinary here, but comforting, predictable, tasty food served by a friendly waitress. That's a decent beginning to any day. This is a convenient location for me, and I'll be glad to stop by again.

Never been there before , was in town for business, I ordered 2 eggs, toast and their home made hash. The hash was spectacular, a lot of places say "home made" and it's regular old fashion hash , this was definitely made in house . Prices are very reasonable .

This cash-only diner has been my favorite breakfast spot in town for over a decade, even after Covid. The menu has so many options and you really can't go wrong with anything. Coffee comes right away (and they'll keep refilling your cup if it looks low) and the food isn't far behind. Despite being short staff, they do a good job of turning tables throughout the morning rush.

Good food and service! Homemade corn beef hash was delicious. Easy location with ample parking. Cash only. Highly recommend.

My husband and I love coming here! It's our go to spot for breakfast in the area. Great food and friendly staff. Get the homemade corned beef hash!! You won't be disappointed.

A very good dinner in Shrewsbury and favorite with the local people. Had breakfast with family. Although there was a waiting time to get a seat and get the order,it was worth it. The food tasted good and the ambience was good, a bit noisy because the restaurant was full.

The food was great. Delicious French toast breakfast sandwich and home made corned beef hash. The place was clean and very cute inside. And the staff were so incredibly friendly. I will go back!

Breakfast Saturday morning and it wasn't that busy, but we waited 45 minutes for our food! My over-easy egg was more like overhard, boo! I liked my grilled bagel with cream cheese and the homefries were just ok but on the salty side. Super cheap and plenty of parking.

This place is nasty I asked the waitress to clean the counter, the cloth was dry I said something about it not cleaning and you could see the crumbs and such. The waitress got snippy said "Looks clean to me". If you are that negligent and disregard dirt then you are definitely not touching my food...please be safe eating there

So many good French toast options! The blueberry one was my favorite. Also definitely the best home fries I've ever had. I want to come back and try the hot dogs. My friends and I had a wonderful time, the waitress was friendly and we loved the atmosphere.

You gotta love the ambiance. Dinky's is the real deal - everything you'd expect of a classic diner, wrapped in wooden nostalgia. Come, eat, yak, enjoy.

I stopped in here the other day for the first time, and it really struck me as overpriced. I had 2 pieces of french toast..nothing extra, and a black coffee and it was $9 + tip. On top of that they are cash only. Their breakfast specials are about $12.52+ tax and tip. So think $16 for a breakfast plate. OMG!! I'm usually on the other side of Shrewsbury at Brodys and in Grafton, I won't be returning here. Left here feeling a bit taken. It was dissapointing.

In general they have great food and great customer service . The people who work there are really nice and love working there . I've only been there twice but they were really kind and had great food !

We came around 10:30 a.m. last Saturday. We were immediately seated in a comfortable booth. The restaurant was one third full. Thus, the service was even more efficient and friendly. The layout of the menu featuring the same items was changed. We noticed prices went up. For example, there was a 10% price increase on the bagel made with two eggs and cheese. This dish was at $4.15 instead of $3.75. The place was still cash only. It was easy and free to park on their private parking lot.

If you are looking for breakfast and a little nostalgia Dinky's is the right place. Housed in an old train car with overflow seating in a non-train car area it is just what you're looking for in a diner. Even though it's only been in business since 1992, it seems much older than that without the over the top/tacky/faux-old decor found in some chain diners. The selection is extensive with eggs, french toast, pancakes, waffles, omelets, and even Kielbasa available. Everything we had was very good, as was the service. If you're in the area be sure to stop in.

Cute diner. Fun collection of license plates and various signage -- friendly and efficient servers. Food was fresh and tasty. I will def try out more dishes from their creative snd extensive menu.

Came here on a recommendation by a friend The staff was extremely wonderful to our small children and that was nice The food was good if you are hungry but not outstanding and the hubby and I had to wait a little longer for our food but it was Sunday morning so that's understandable We were expecting to pay around $25-$30 for what we got We ended up with a bill that was $50 and we're kind of shocked and it didn't add up with what we got but we are traveling with little ones so we didn't bring it up It's cash only so take that into consideration when you go Do not recommend based on how the waitress handle the money Giving it more stars simply because they were extremely wonderful to our children Edit to add: Google reviews say that they charge a 18% service fee

Typical Central Mass diner. If you like big, greasy breakfasts, this will do just fine. They have a pretty standard diner menu. Prices are a bit higher than in Worcester, but that's not super surprising for Shrewsbury. They do have an old diner car, but the restaurant has expanded and has more seating in a newer addition that doesn't have as much character. No major complaints, but Dinky's also doesn't stand out from the pack.

I had a wonderful experience here! My waitress was so helpful and friendly. Actually... everyone in the whole place was. I ordered the Reese's pieces pancake with bananas on top and a coffee. It was by far the biggest pancake I have ever been served, and one of the tastiest. I almost hit a snag at the end of my visit, they are CASH ONLY, but I had a spare ten in my pocket and averted the crisis! I really loved my visit here. I would come back anytime.

Went for breakfast this morning wished I went somewhere else. Waitress was constantly complaining how busy she was. When the food finally came it was terrible. Ordered 2 eggs look like I only got 1. Home fries were old, cold and raw. Couldn't eat them. Toast was drenched in butter. I cant figure out why other people gave this place 4 and 5 starts. Must be friends and family. NEVER AGAIN

Loved Dinky's!!!! Our brother in law wanted us to try this place while we were visiting. We wanted to go to a mom and pop place and Dinky's is just that. The service is as if they were your family. Very nice and easy going. I ordered the I am an Eggman breakfast. The 2 eggs, homemade home fries and toast. I added sausage links. It was so good! The best breakfast I've ever had. When I'm in town I will definitely be coming back.

We wanted to love this place since it was our first time going and we live near by but unfortunately we didn't. The service was horrible. The waitress (an older lady) was rude. When I asked for my food the lady told me I didn't want what I asked for because I only wanted cheese on my omelette! I had to repeat my self that that's how I wanted my eggs, only cheese. Then when we asked for oatmeal she said we didn't want that either because it's packaged oatmeal. I just couldn't understand what was her problem. She seemed mad from the moment we got there. She never said good morning or gave us a chance to properly ask for our drinks when we arrived and had to do two trips just to get coffee and juice simply because she walked away from us before we told her what we wanted. The food itself was ok. I know we should have walked out after that "welcoming" experience but we were hungry and didn't want to drive to a different place. We will never go to that place again and will not recommend anyone to go. And to think I thought it was going to be a great experience because the place looked cute. So sad it wasn't.

Yummy! Thoroughly enjoyed everything. We asked for fresh blueberries in our pancakes and they happily obliged. Everything else was great too. Worth the wait.

The food is good but there's one waitress that adds the bills up wrong or will keep your change as the tip without you even asking and then if you confront her she tells you she's too busy to help you. Me personally we paid a  $51 bill we paid with 4 $20s she kept all the change as her tip without even asking us or bringing our change back. Then on a previous visit the same waitress added the bill up wrong charging us more then the actual real bill we confronting her about it she replies with I don't have time to re-run it its correct.

Amazing food, great atmosphere. Blueberry pancakes and omelets were amazing!!! Will be back

Service is fine Cash only but they have an atm there. Ive been here a few times. Omelettes are good and the kids love the pancakes and waffles. I got the new doo or the poached eggs over sausage and english muffin topped with cheese. Idk i guess i was expecting a cheese sauce and not a slice of cheese. I couldve just got the egg sandwich for 3 bucks cheaper. I also got the hashbrowns instead of homefries. Big mistake. 1. I got charged extra for a substitution and the hashbrowns are horrible. Im not a picky eater but i make better frozen hashbrowns at home. Ill go again w the kids cuz they like the selection for the pancakes and waffles but ill have to stick to that too or an omelette.

Food was ok the couple times I've been here. The woman behind the counter needs to look for another job, she has Cleary been working at this place for too long. Regulars get smiles. Everyone else gets crap. Next. would it kill this place to get a hostess? It would really help with the seating issue.you have to be on high alert if they are busy or someone will snake your table.

Super cute little diner. They don't have many of these in LA, so I'm glad I took my nephew here over IHOP. They have pancakes of all varieties, as well as French toast and waffles! The menu is very diverse and large. The food tastes great, portions are perfect, and comes out in a reasonable time. Definitely tastes homemade, which is great. With the fall, they have pumpkin pancakes which I had to try. I love anything pumpkin! The customer service is warm too. I recommend!

I wanted to provide a shout out to Dinky's Blue Belle Diner. I was early for a business meeting not far from their location. So I decide to stop and kill some time with a cup of coffee. I sat at the marble counter in a beautifully renovated diner car. I was just going to have a coffee when the waitress greeted me and asked for my beverage order and if I wanted to look at a menu. The menu itself was quirky and full of whimsical items and thoughts. I choose the tomato, bacon, basil omelette with swiss cheese off the special board. I am a bit persnickety about my potatoes and toast. I like my wheat toast dry and potatoes well done or crisp. The waitress said "no problem that is how I like my potatoes as well". Approximately 8 minutes later my breakfast appeared, the omelette filled the plate, potatoes crisp, toast unbuttered. A trifecta in providing me with exactly what I wanted. I dug in as the waitress provided a refill for coffee and asked if I needed anything else. The omelette was delicious and tasted of fresh basil. One of my favorites. I thanked my waitress who was very friendly and seem to know everyone by name. So I assume that the majority of the busy diners were regulars. I left knowing I would be back again and maybe I can aspire to be a regular at Dinky's Blue Bell Diner

Love this place. Cash only. They have two seating areas; the original trolley diner was added on to enable more booths and larger tables. Standard faire for diners. Menu is fun to read. I always order the blueberry cranberry French toast and a couple of scrambled eggs. Good stuff. One of the servers has attitude and is only pleasant to people she knows. We refer to her as Broomhilda. All the other servers are pleasant, smile, and appreciate us being there. Good parking area holds more cars than the diner holds people. Go early on the weekends before 9am or you will wait to be seated.

Menu is not in their site or anywhere on the internet so I thought I'd share!! Great food, nice little spot. I love the honey nut French toast!!

After being told they didn't except cards and costing me $2.50 in fees to withdraw money from their atm, I had my silverware thrown at me, had a waitress screaming while talking to everyone around me like she was at a Metallica concert, laughing and joking with the other waitress about driving drunk and hitting things (because that's funny and proper workplace talk) just to end my breakfast by having my check thrown at me as well. Never asked how the food was, never came back. The food was good, props to the chef, but the service and behavior of the wait staff is something to be desired to say the least.

My favorite diner in Mass. be sure to try out the Nice Doo for a cold weather remedy. It's a cash only establishment so bring 5s and tip your waitress.

I've never had a bad breakfast here, ever. And, in the AM at least, the service is pleasant enough. This is why I chose two stars over one. Breakfast on it's own I'd give 3-4 stars. My two lunch experiences however have been less than stellar. Twice I've ordered a simple cheeseburger to go over the phone and twice I've been underwhelmed with the quality of the food/preparation and the diner service. Whoever was manning the diner today did her best to not acknowledge me for more than a few minutes (I'm on my lunch break here people!). I don't require much really but, when I smile it'd be nice to not get the cold shoulder. Seemed like the regulars were having a good time though. And I know it's basically a diner but I would think you'd have enough pride in your food to not serve pre-made frozen patties... I try to be positive but am again thoroughly disappointed by the quality and the service. The next time I go to Dinky's I'll be going to Lou Roc's instead, if you get me.

Dinky's is the place to go for breakfast and brunch! My brother and his wife go there weekly and when I am home visiting, we visit Dinky's every time. The wait staff is great. If it's any testament as to how much my brother goes there, they know their names. Great and personable. The prices are even better! For great food, the prices are amazing.

The food was awesome my whole family liked it. The staff is super kid friendly and the food came quick. It is a little cramped but the decoration make up for it. I will definitely recommend it for anyone who wants a good breakfast.

Pretty underwhelming. Got my order and bill wrong. Waited forever for the food which wasn't anything great. Probably just a bad day for me but won't be going back ever.