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San Diego Map: Corvette DinerCorvette Diner Frommer's Recommended

Cuisine American
Hours Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Address
3946 Fifth Ave
Location Between Washington St. and University Ave, Hillcrest, Hillcrest/Uptown
Transportation Bus: 1, 3, 10, 11, or 120
Reservations Reservations not accepted
Phone 619/542-1001
Web site www.cohnrestaurants.com
Prices Main courses $8-$14, kids' plates $7
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
Other Valet parking $5

Frommer's Review

Travel back in time to the rockin' 1950s at this theme diner, where the jukebox is loud, the gum-snapping waitresses slide into your booth to take your order, and the decor is neon and vintage Corvette. Equal parts Happy Days hangout and Pulp Fiction's Jackrabbit Slim's, the Corvette Diner is a family-friendly time warp in the midst of Hillcrest. Burgers, sandwiches, appetizer munchies, blue-plate specials, and salads share the menu with a very full page of fountain favorites. Beer and wine are served, and there's a large bar in the center of the cavernous dining room. The party jumps a notch at night, with a DJ providing more entertainment -- the decibel level is always high.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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