My girlfriend and I live within walking distance of Ritters and seem to stop by every other weekend after my late nights of Uber driving. Getting there around 3:30AM the place is always bustling. I like the energy and definitely need some good American diner food after driving around the same bar crowd that's now at Ritters. Late nights on the weekend are typically louder because of the drunk crowd but I've seen a stern woman playing Mom for these kids mandating that they cannot squeeze 4 into a booth seat. In my guess over half of the guests at the time had been drinking that night, harmless college aged kids and young adults for the most part.
The staff are always great to us, perhaps just relieved they don't have to deal with more frat bros and party girls. My girlfriend and I are always treated very well, one waitress even comp'd us an extra order of mozzarella sticks lol thank you! As for the food it really is that classic warming diner food that makes you feel good before bed (or nap time!) My girlfriend always gets the reuben and it is honestly fantastic. I get the Southwest Burger and it's just the best balance of BBQ sauce, onion rings and burger patty.
An iconic classic diner with genuine staff, I really enjoy going to Ritters time and time again. Do bring cash as this is a cash only diner. 5-stars Ritters, see you this weekend!