A nice diner for breakfast. A quirk was that we had to ask for the "hot" coffee. I'm guessing all the food is good but I can say for sure breakfast was. They don't have skillets on the menu but I got might moose which is like one, and very filling. If you're in the area it's worth going to. I'll definitely go back when I'm in town again.

Everything was so delicious- best onion rings and mozzarella sticks I’ve ever had! The breakfast menu also looked delicious and had something for everyone. The staff was very friendly but efficient and the wait for our food and drinks was basically non existent! The atmosphere was also very pleasant with nice seating. Prices were suitable and the portions were quite big especially for such good prices. Suitable for kids and vegetarians.

Great place for having breakfast. Kinda busy in the morning but it worth waiting for a table. The food is delicious and the portions are large, pancakes were thick and fluffy at the same time, a texture I was never able to do at home. Staff is very friendly. Totally recommend it

Don’t judge a book by its cover! It started as a joke as I read “the best breakfast in the city”. Hours later I saw a long line and you know what they say about lines: something must be good in there. So here I go experiencing for myself. Best seat in the house if obviously at the counter behind the chefs. What seemed at first to be chaos is a process that delivers delicious and satisfying portions. Most of us can make it, maybe… tThese mozzarella sticks were yummy. After the dinner experience last night it made sense to go back and have breakfast. I wish I could do a round 3. Until next time!

I’ve eaten 3 times at this restaurant. It’s rather good. We had the special nachos to share, a plate of fried snacks (crispy tenders, fried onions and mozza sticks: really nice). We also tried the mexican salad and two different burger. The place is quite busy and although the service could be a tad friendlier, the waiters are efficient and helpful. The burgers would be a lot better with original sauces which they are unfortunately devoid of except for the usual ketchup. Last good thing: authentic American dinner atmosphere : loved it!

Great food! Everything was cooked to it's specific perfection, food was flavorful, service fast and friendly. I had the fried chicken dinner and would come back again. Chicken was crispy and had a medium coating of breading that had a savory seasoning but not spicy. He had the mushroom swiss burger and claimed it was the best one he's had in years, with plenty of mushrooms and Swiss. Fries were great too.

Been traveling for a while and was ready for some good food, nothing fancy. Chicken noodle soup, Southern Fried Chicken, baked potato, vegetable medley cooked to perfection, and sourdough buttered toast. Everything was amazing. Chrunchiest chicken ever. This place is obviously a local favorite and I can see why.

Love their scrumptous breakfast! Had The Moose for our breakfast since we stay at Marriott hotel nearby. Their breakfast was amazing, freshly made. We could see how the cooks made the meals directly in front of us, kind of like a show. We also ordered orange juice to accompany. There was a bit of a line, but great overall experience! I'd rather eat breakfast here than in ny hotel, it seems to be more authentic!

A typical American diner, serving up great food fast but with awesome service and a lovely buzzing atmosphere! We both had the hangover plate on our first visit - mine with sourdough toast & fried eggs while himself had rye & scrambled eggs. Both were delicious and if we were hungover would certainly have provided a suitable cure!! We returned on our second morning and this time I had chorizo scrambled eggs while himself had the Denver omelette. Again, both were really tasty. Portions are huge, coffee refills are flowing and service is tops! Definitely a great substantial way to start a day of tourist activities in San Francisco

Visited in Aug 2023 Decent place to have a meal, esp a late night meal. Expect a queue whether you go in the morning or afternoon or night. We went for dinner and ordered a couple of items. The portion sizes are quite big and we weren’t able to finish everything. So order carefully and not too much. Service was fast and efficient. Kindly note that even though the sign says “open 24 hrs”, that was not the case for all days. On certain days it closes at 11pm.

I must say, my experience was mixed. While the ambiance had a classic diner charm, the space felt a bit cramped. The menu offered a good variety of breakfast options. I ordered pancakes and eggs, which were cooked perfectly, but the coffee was just average. Service was friendly but a little slow, likely due to the morning rush. Overall, it's a decent spot for a traditional American breakfast, but don't expect anything out of the ordinary.

I really loved the hangover plate with the hash browns chili and eggs. My boyfriend got the pinecrest special with French toast, and he liked it too. However my plate dwarfed his and he said he could have used a couple more slices of French toast. Flavor was delicious, we were in and out in less than 30 minutes. Loved it

When you're looking for something simple, straight forward and freshly made right in front of your eyes (if you're sitting at the counter) Pinecrest Diner hits the spot! Open 24 hours (most days) and with a diverse menu with breakfast served all day, you can't go wrong with visiting this place. At first I thought this place was cash only as there is an ATM directly in front of you when you walk in, but they do accept cards. Had the Pinecrest Special and added hashbrowns to the order. Everything was delicious. The Iced tea was just as I expected as well. I will definitely stop by again whenever I'm in the area.

Great place for breakfast and brunch. I’ve heard their lunch and dinner is good as well, but I haven’t tried it. The staff and manager were super nice and very efficient. Food came out quick and super hot. I had the corned beef hash and it was very good. It’s a massive portion of food for the money. There was a standing line outside the morning I went, however it moved very fast. The atmosphere was top notch- open kitchen view so you can watch the chefs work their magic.

Great mom and pop restaurant. Small menu with a few specialties. My favorite is the Moose. Please try it we got the big one. Hash browns with Biscuits and Gravy on top with Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs on top of that. The gravy was delicious with large chunks of sausage in it and very creamy. The hash browns had chunks of bacon cooked in. Please give them a try when you're close by. Seating is limited so be prepared for a possible wait though we were lucky and had none when we were there.

Small diner with fast and friendly service. I was seated at the counter because I visited alone, however that was rather enjoyable given that I could see the kitchen staff in action. I tried the granola with berries and ate a Greek omelette here. Portion sizes are very generous and you can get refills for your coffee. The prices are fair -- especially for San Francisco. I'll definitely be back!