State Diner: First opened in 1936, this downtown staple has served classic diner breakfasts, lunches and dinners for over 70 years, with homemade baked goods and an undeniably Americana-inspired interior rounding out this iconic eatery. Initially built out of a railcar (as was common for diners in the 20’s-40’s) and soon after expanded into a brick-and-mortar building, this classic eatery has defined what generations of Ithacans think of as comfort food. True to the Greek roots of its founders you’re just as able to get a great spanakopita or baclava as you are classic diner fair like eggs, bacon and burgers.

Since the diner opened in 1936, they've been delivering generous portions of American dishes along with some Italian and Greek food, as well. If you’re looking for pancakes that hang off your plate, good coffee, and even better conversations, then you can head to the State Diner for breakfast, where you’ll feel like you went back in time. There’s nothing better on a Sunday than strolling to the State Diner for a slow-paced morning filled with good food and hot coffee.

A downtown staple since 1936, The State Diner has been serving up classic diner meals and defining comfort food for generations of Ithacans. Initially built out of a railcar, this historic diner has become a go-to spot for locals and visitors seeking a taste of nostalgia. The menu at The State Diner features a range of options, from traditional diner fare like eggs, bacon, and burgers to Greek-inspired dishes like spanakopita and baklava.

Nestled in the heart of Ithaca, New York, The State Diner beckons with a diverse menu brimming with American favorites. From succulent burgers to delectable sandwiches and a tempting array of dinner entrees, this eatery promises a satisfying dining experience. Whether you crave fluffy pancakes, crispy French toast, or hearty wraps, The State Diner caters to all tastes with flair.

The State Diner is my favorite late-night, post-Felicia’s greasy spoon food stop. Usually, when I’m there, it’s 1am, nothing else is open and I am desperately in need of some kind of caloric energy to sober me up and get me back up the hill and home safely. I order the same two things every visit — the souvlaki platter and a chocolate milkshake — and they always hit the spot.

The State Diner: The State Diner is a downtown staple that has been serving classic diner meals and homemade baked goods for over 70 years. Originally built out of a railcar and later expanded into a brick-and-mortar building, this diner continues to define comfort food for generations of Ithacans. It offers both classic diner fare and Greek-inspired dishes.

When you walk into State Diner, you feel as if you could have entered any small town diner. It has a feel that is so classic that it transcends the physical location. From the decor on the walls to the vinyl booths to the slightly greasy aroma of bacon, eggs and pancakes, there is no question that this a diner straight out of the movies.

In October 2012 an electrical malfunction caused a fire that closed the State Street Diner. It took 25 minutes to put out the fire and and seven months to repair the damage and reopen. Since it opened its doors again in May 2013, the diner has not been a 24-hour eatery, which had been 1951.

However, if what you’re after is a regular good old fashioned greasy-spoon diner experience, visit the Lincoln Street Diner or the Ithaca classic State Street Diner.

- Rating: 3.2/5 (171 reviews)- Price level: $- Address: 428 West State St. Ithaca, New York - Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch- Read more on Yelp

For her Lincoln st diner was top and state diner was a close second. Queen diner in Dryden (short drive) is her favorite out of Ithaca