Dog House Diner - Washington
Naor Wallach Just what one would expect from a local diner. This one prides itself on being around since 1964 - it states it boldly on the menu! The food is classic diner food and they execute it well, for the most prt. On our visit for breakfast, we got many standard: Omelets, waffles, and a bowl - with the exception of the eggs being somewhat dry, everything was tasty and put together well.
Proportions were large, and the service was very personable and quick. From the time we sat down, till we staggered away (totally full!) could not have been more than an hour, and we spent a long time looking over the menu since it was our first visit and the menu is rather extensive.
Even though it was a bit later in the morning, and mid-week, the place was full of regulars. (In fact, when we left, the parking lot was full!) We saw one pair of people walk in, and the waitress greeted them by name, and told them she was putting in their "regular" order - clearly an indication that they come there a lot.
Prices are very inexpensive compared to other, similar, places. The place is dated, but clean.
We thought it was interesting that most of the clientele seemed to prefer sitting up front at the counter, rather than at the tables. Even when groups of two or three came in, they seemed to gravitate towards counter service.
As mentioned in the beginning of this review, this is exactly what a local diner should be and we are looking forward to trying some of their lunch and dinner offerings in the future. Oh, not to forget, they have daily specials listed on boards as well.


