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Diner's Delight

1504 S Compton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314-776-9570
The first time you go, Diner’s Delight won’t look like it’s open -- heck, you might even think the place is condemned. But the broken-down exterior is just part of this one-room cafeteria’s charm. From these humble environs spring forth soul-food sensations: Salisbury steak, ham hocks, pork steaks, fried chicken, breaded and deep-fried tripe, catfish, candied yams, mustard and turnip greens, black-eyed peas, spaghetti with tomato sauce (a soul-food-cafeteria staple we always get a kick out of). The signature item is the pancake-shape cornbread that comes with every meal (one or two pieces of meat, mix or match, and one or two sides). Proprietor Jo Houston (who’s got a warm smile for customers new and old) has been at work here since 1969; in our book, that makes her and her Diner’s Delight St. Louis culinary royalty.
  • Cuisine(s): Southern/Soul Food
  • Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Thu.-Fri., 12-6 p.m. Sun.
  • Price: $
  • Serving: Lunch, Dinner
  • Reservations: Not Accepted
  • Parking: Street
  • Payment Types: cash
  • Attire: Casual attire
  • Features: Wheelchair Access
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