Penrose Diner
Diner · Packer Park
2016 Penrose Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Highlights
Serving American standards for more than 50 years, this local standby is open 24 hours on weekends.
Serving American standards for more than 50 years, this local standby is open 24 hours on weekends.
"Deep in South Philly, just off of 76 and Packer Avenue, the Penrose Diner draws both pre- and post-game crowds from Philly’s stadiums. The daily menu is exhaustive, combining every diner genre imaginable — including a stunning array of baked goods — in a roomy space. Open until 10 p.m." - Olivia DiPasquale, Emily Teel
"Diners from all walks of life gather together at this longtime diner near the ballpark, where everyone can come together over a plate of gravy-drench and cheese-topped French fries, both a Philly and Jersey staple." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff
"Penrose Diner is the kind of spot with worn-in booths and a crew in the corner stating, “I’ve been coming here for 30 years” like a badge of honor. Five dollar beers get chugged alongside juicy burgers while old guys rant about Broad Street being a parking lot because of traffic on the way in. On the weekends, the Packer Park diner is the primary breakfast spot for anybody within a 10-block radius. And that’s because everything, from the omelets to the french toast, comes in portions that will leave you full for the rest of the day. The cheap drinks are just a bonus for surviving the traffic jams. " - candis mclean
"Penrose Diner is the kind of spot with worn-in booths and a crew in the corner stating, “I’ve been coming here for 30 years” like a badge of honor. Five dollar beers get chugged alongside juicy burgers while old guys rant about Broad Street being a parking lot because of traffic on the way in. On the weekends, the Packer Park diner is the primary breakfast spot for anybody within a 10-block radius. And that’s because everything, from the omelets to the french toast, comes in portions that will leave you full for the rest of the day. The cheap drinks are just a bonus for surviving the traffic jams. photo credit: GAB BONGHI" - Candis R. McLean
"Deep in South Philly, just off of 76 and Packer Avenue, the Penrose Diner draws both pre- and post-game crowds from Philly’s stadiums. The menu is exhaustive, combining every diner genre imaginable — including a stunning array of baked goods — in a roomy space." - Olivia DiPasquale, Emily Teel
