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| - Whenever I find myself hungry at 2am (which happens more often than I'd care to admit), my first inclination is to head here. If you can hit it before the after-bar crowd gets there, it's a much better scene. Anything minus loud drunk people being obnoxious is a plus in my opinion.
The 50s style is fun and fabulous in its own way (jukeboxes - sweet!), the staff and clientele are decidedly queer (which is good because so am I) and there's no lack of personality. There seems to be one ornery waitress who has no problem telling folks where they can go, but perhaps that's her being "in character" ... or something. Happily our favorite server "Spinner" usually scoops us up when we come in and takes very good care of us. Drinks never go empty and my dining companion's cherry Mr. Pibb always gets extra cherry just the way he likes it (and Spinner's been known to bring 2 because he finishes them quickly) and new black tea gets brewed when I walk in. It really is the little things and being remembered that make the difference between good and great.
The food is hearty and portions are decent, though it's a tad bit pricey, but at 2am it's worth it to not have to do it myself. Their meatloaf sandwich is awesome (minus the garlic mushrooms for me, but I don't eat mushrooms) and the Hot Pastrami and Reuben are equally tasty. Even the turkey dinner hit the spot one night (despite the mushrooms in the stuffing - and for me that's saying something). My late-night dining companion (who was born in the wrong era and should have been a "greaser") raves about the eggs bennedict. He has tried several different variations on this including the chipotle style and liked them all. He is also huge on the shakes - the orange creamsicle is his favorite. We have literally come here just for a shake - they're that good. They even have a PB&J shake. Not sure that's for me, but it sure is interesting that it's an option. Thick and delicious and served with the metal cup on the side with the extras - 2 straws upon request, just like it used to be when life was (supposedly) simpler. Almost makes me want a poodle skirt and a pair of saddle shoes (and my virginity back ... well maybe not).
Since this late night experience is a fun outing or field trip for me, the speed of service is inconsequential. The atmosphere is fun and the service is consistently great (Thanks Spinner!). Not much to be done about loud obnoxious drunk people except to avoid the post-bar rush if possible. But who can blame the barflies - 5 & Diner is the best place open at that hour. Period.
I have to say I've never visited in daylight hours, but the dog-friendly patio is a nice touch - not that I have a dog, but I'm an animal lover in general and I think there should be places where dogs are welcomed.
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