Patrick L.
9/9/2025
Excellent food, great service and off-the-charts ambience! If driving by on the interstate, forget fast food: pull off here!
Carpenter's Diner
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518 Jefferson St
Waterloo, IA 50701
Set in the heart of Waterloo, IA, stands Carpenter's Diner, a beloved establishment offering a delightful array of breakfast and lunch options. This charming eatery, with its roots tracing back to 1972, prides itself on being family-owned and operated, adding a touch of warmth to every meal enjoyed within its walls.
Patrons of Carpenter's Diner can indulge in not only delicious fare but also a sense of tradition and community that permeates the air. From hearty breakfast classics to scrumptious lunch offerings, this diner serves up more than just food—it serves up a slice of local history and hospitality that keeps diners coming back for more.
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4.023 reviews
Laurie M.
12/29/2024
Wow oh wow! The hashbrowns! The pancake! The omelet! Biscuits & gravy! Just to name a few fabulous breakfast choices! Next time we'll try the lunch menu. Awesome diner!!
Marcus L.
6/15/2025
Pretty average diner with longer than average service time. Don't expect anything grand. Their biscuits and gravy are surprisingly bland.
Anthony D.
12/28/2024
It's is always a great breakfast here. The wait staff takes your order soon after you seat yourself. Food comes out shortly even when busy. (9 am on a Saturday...)
Jax J.
8/30/2025
Not sure what the craze about carpenters is it's simple breakfast with nothing special as a matter of fact the hash browns were burned on the outside and uncooked throughout, the biscuits and...
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