Every neighborhood should have a place like this. One of those go-to joints with great food, reasonable prices and friendly staff.
I have been going to the Clifton Diner since it was a 24hr hole-in-the-wall. I loved it then, but I love it even more now. The menu is pretty substantial, you can get breakfast all day and most things are house-made.
Lately, I have been fixated on the grilled chicken salad to try and keep it healthy. All their salads are huge and dressings are homemade. I love the ranch and blue cheese. The grilled chicken is some of the best. Very flavorful and has a nice char. Not the bland re-constituted variety.
Other noteworthy items are the artichoke dip, mac n' cheese and breakfast burrito. I really haven't had much I didn't like.
I love the old school diner decor and the interesting cast of characters that frequent the joint. This place is one of my all time favs.