Location: Salinas
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Top 3 Diner food in Salinas, California, United States
Find out what Diner restaurants to try in Salinas. Salinas /səˈliːnəs/ is the county seat and largest municipality of Monterey County, California. Salinas is an urban area located just outside the southern portion of the Greater Bay Area and 10 miles (16 km) east-southeast of the mouth of the Salinas River. The population was 157,218 as of 2016. The city is located at the mouth of the Salinas Valley roughly eight miles from the Pacific Ocean and has a climate more influenced by the ocean than the hot-summer interior. The majority of residents live in single-unit detached homes, built between 1950 and 2000, while one third of the housing stock has three or more units per structure. Salinas serves as the main business, governmental and industrial center of the region. The marine climate is ideal for the floral industry, grape vineyards, and vegetable growers. Salinas is known for its vibrant and large agriculture industry and being "The Salad Bowl of the World" as the hometown of writer and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate John Steinbeck, who based several of his novels there.
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1. Black Bear Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 220 reviews
The city of Salinas has several attractions for residents and visitors to experience, from the Mazda Raceway to the National Steinbeck Center. Of course, youâre going to build up an appetite â and thatâs where we come in. The Black Bear Diner has a wide s
Reviewed By Steve N
I have visited this newly located Big Bear Diner twice during this last week. I was satisfied as always at a Big Bear Diner. Extensive menu with good wholesome food. The parking is great and the service was very attentive. A little bit expensive for breakfast but it is a good option that can always be counted on.We had a long wait during our first visit but got right in for our second visit. Good for any meal.
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2. Sangs Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Evi_02
Not very fancy, but a good ole place to have a good average breakfast. My dad likes SOS and this is one of few places he can have it.
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3. Dudley's Oldtown
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By MamaDanaMarie
I've been eating here for many years. Consistently good food served fairly quickly so easy to get in and out on your lunch hour. Also good option for phone orders and take out. Friendly wait staff and reasonable prices. Try the chili...it's fabulous!
