Corvette Diner

4.4
4585 reviews

About

DinerAmerican RestaurantVideo ArcadeBurger JointCohn Restaurant Group
Rock n’ Roll, burgers and shakes rule at the Corvette Diner! A '50s throw-back, with sassy waitresses in poodle skirts and bouffant hair-dos. It’s more than just a place to eat, it’s a destination.

Details

  • Dine-inNot available
  • DeliveryNot available
  • TakeoutNot available
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Corvette Diner
2965 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA
92106, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
4,585 reviews
5 stars
3,006
4 stars
897
3 stars
365
2 stars
158
1 star
159

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Atmosphere

The diner has a lively, fun atmosphere with a nostalgic 50s theme, making it enjoyable for families and kids.

Service

Staff are generally friendly and attentive, contributing positively to the dining experience, although some reviews noted slow service during busy times.

Food Quality

Food quality is inconsistent; while some dishes are praised, others are criticized for being bland or poorly prepared.

Pricing Transparency

Customers expressed frustration over automatic gratuity and additional charges that were not clearly communicated.

Noise Level

The restaurant is often described as overly loud, which can be overwhelming for some guests.
  • NB
    Noah Baldwin
    Jan 3, 2026
    1.0
    It’s an experiment and a tourist trap. Food is awful. They really need to work on the quality of food. Raise the prices and make better food for god sakes. Service was fine. They do charge a random 5% service fee which is strange. I deducted that from my tip.
  • TN
    Travis Norton
    Jan 1, 2026
    3.0
    Fun but too loud. Sensory overload for my kids. Food was just ok. Staff was great and a lot of fun. Turn the music down just two notches would make a big difference.
  • RJ
    Richard JV
    Jan 1, 2026
    4.0
    We had a blast at Corvette Diner! It is such a fun, high-energy spot that’s perfect for a lively meal. Beyond the dining area, the arcade was a huge hit and kept the entertainment going throughout our visit. ​The staff really makes the experience here—they have a great way of doing things and their energy is infectious. It’s clear they enjoy making sure everyone has a good time. ​As for the food, the menu has some really creative choices. We tried a variety of dishes and everything was delicious:
  • GM
    Gordon McCreadie
    Dec 30, 2025
    5.0
    The Corvette diner is a high energy, fun, 50s, 60s style restaurant! We came in the afternoon on a Tuesday and parking was free and not difficult to find. We mostly ordered burgers, which were good! The milkshakes were definitely my favorite part of the meal. They were delicious and even had a little refill cup! This place is very upbeat and everyone working there is very excited! Something’s to know: There is a 20% gratuity automatically added to the bill as well as a 5% up charge. Pictures include the Dante’s inferno burger, and the Brenda burger.
  • AA
    addison
    Dec 28, 2025
    1.0
    This place was a huge disappointment. The food tasted awful and was honestly disgusting bland, poorly made, and not worth ordering at all. The only decent thing here was the desserts, which were okay, but definitely not enough to make up for everything else To make things worse, an unwanted 20% gratuity and a 5% up charge was automatically added to the bill without clearly explaining it. That felt really unfair and left a bad final impression. I wouldn’t recommend coming here unless you’re only stopping by for dessert and even then, there are better options elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions About Corvette Diner

What is the theme of Corvette Diner?

Corvette Diner offers a '50s throw-back theme with sassy waitresses in poodle skirts and bouffant hair-dos, combining rock n’ roll, burgers, and shakes for a unique dining destination.

What are the operating hours of Corvette Diner?

Corvette Diner is open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and on Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM.