Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 6:30 AM
| Monday | 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
Local time in Malvern: 6:42 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (610) 725-0515 to confirm.
Location & directions
352 Lancaster AveMalvern, PA 19355
About The Classic Diner
The Classic Diner is a diner you'll find at 352 Lancaster Ave in Malvern, Pennsylvania. It's part of our guide to 60 restaurants, cafes and bars in Malvern.
The Classic Diner is open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:30 AM most days.
The menu we have on file lists 8 items. You will find options like Build Your Own Omelette, Avocado Toast, and Strawberry & Nutella Stuffed French Toast.
Available service options are outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cozy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family-friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and vegetarian options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards and debit cards. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and paid parking lot. Reservations are accepted; call (610) 725-0515 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Diner
- Address
- 352 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355
- Phone
- (610) 725-0515
- Price range
- $20 to $30 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Menu
- 8 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for diners and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Classic Diner’s weekday schedule with 48 other diners in Pennsylvania. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:30 AM, close to the local norm of 6:15 AM and closes at 2:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 8:00 PM).
In total it is open about 54.5 hours a week, 29 hours fewer than the local median of 84. 94% of diners in Pennsylvania open on Sundays, and The Classic Diner is one of them.
Compared with 48 other diners in Pennsylvania that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for diners in Pennsylvania
Based on 24 menus with 2,327 priced items from diners in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $8.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.49 and $13.25.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Chocolate | 50% | $2.44 |
| Chef Salad | 38% | $13.22 |
| Corned Beef Hash | 33% | $5.38 |
| Onion Rings | 33% | $9.00 |
| Bagel | 29% | $3.91 |
| Hot Tea | 29% | $2.39 |
| Grilled Cheese | 29% | $5.25 |
| Home Fries | 29% | $4.50 |
Calculated from 24 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Classic Diner there are 11 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 29 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (5), Indian & South Asian (4), Mexican & Tex-Mex (3), and Cafes & Coffee (3).
11 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Indian & South AsianMahaksha Indian Flavor< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsStrawberry Bakery< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeNudy’s Cafe0.2 mi
- Japanese & SushiMino Sushi0.2 mi
- ThaiTuk Tuk0.2 mi
What to expect at a diner
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Classic Diner's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Monday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Thursday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Friday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Sunday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Is The Classic Diner open on Sunday?
Yes, The Classic Diner is open on Sundays: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Where is The Classic Diner located?
The Classic Diner is located at 352 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355.
What is the phone number of The Classic Diner?
You can call The Classic Diner at (610) 725-0515.
Does The Classic Diner offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, The Classic Diner offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at The Classic Diner?
The typical price range at The Classic Diner is $20 to $30 per person.
Does The Classic Diner take reservations?
Yes, The Classic Diner accepts reservations.
Is The Classic Diner wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is The Classic Diner open late?
No, The Classic Diner usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Classic Diner?
There are 29 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Classic Diner. Nearby options include Mahaksha Indian Flavor (< 0.1 mi), Strawberry Bakery (< 0.1 mi), and Nudy’s Cafe (0.2 mi).
How much do diners in Pennsylvania cost?
Based on 24 menus with 2,327 priced items from diners in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $8.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.49 and $13.25.
