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Beginners Diner

16 reviewsOpen12am - 11:59pm
🍽️Diner👯Group Hangout✨GirlsNightOut💞Date NightJust Because🛋️Cozy
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📍 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, US
📞(619) 296-2101
🌐lafayettehotelsd.com
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Business Hours
Monday
12am - 11:59pm
Tuesday
12am - 11:59pm
Wednesday
12am - 11:59pm
Thursday
12am - 11:59pm
Friday
12am - 11:59pm
Saturday
12am - 11:59pm
Sunday
12am - 11:59pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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📍 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, US
📞(619) 296-2101
🌐lafayettehotelsd.com
📋View menu
Business Hours
Monday
12am - 11:59pm
Tuesday
12am - 11:59pm
Wednesday
12am - 11:59pm
Thursday
12am - 11:59pm
Friday
12am - 11:59pm
Saturday
12am - 11:59pm
Sunday
12am - 11:59pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Beginners Diner is a cozy, round-the-clock diner located inside The Lafayette Hotel on El Cajon Blvd in San Diego. The space draws a warm crowd for everything from early morning breakfasts to late-night bites, with an atmosphere guests consistently describe as visually stunning and full of good energy. The food menu leans classic diner with a fun twist, and the boozy milkshakes have become a standout draw for regulars. Vegetarian options are available, and the festive seasonal decor adds an extra layer of charm during the holidays. The adjoining hotel bar makes it an easy spot to extend the fun after a meal.

Highlights

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Boozy milkshakesCreative spiked shakes, including a fan-favorite eggnog version, served until 1:30 AM.
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Curly fries and dillThe curly fries paired with house dill sauce are a crowd favorite worth ordering every time.
✨
Cozy diner vibesStunning decor and great music create an atmosphere guests call a visual treat.
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Open 24 hoursBeginners Diner is open around the clock, every day of the week.

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