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Blue Benn Diner

318 North St, Bennington, VT 05201
802-442-5140
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Ranked #3 of 59 restaurants in Bennington
Price range: ₹ 438 - ₹ 820
Cuisines: American
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
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Camden, Maine
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

On a short visit to Bennington, we knew we had to go to Blue Benn...Best for breakfast, come hungry, bring cash. Everybody is friendly. Cool old original diner, yup!

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Brandon, Vermont
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63 reviews 63 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

I was very pleased to see a section on the menu for vegetarians. I do eat turkey and seafood however the nut burger looked too good to pass up. (Almost went for the turkey croquettes.) It was delicious: large patty on pita with lettuce. Definite curry element. My sweetheart had the Philly cheesesteak omelet which he loved. Our waitress had... More

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Cedar City,Utah
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We are here twice in our 2 week visit in Vermont. The food was terrific. Don't pass up the grilled donut w/ice cream!!!!

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Bennington, Vermont
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24 reviews 24 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Even though we sat at the counter I had to ask for my coffee to be refilled both times. The food was dropped so fast it sloshed and the atmosphere is not my favorite; silly 8x10 paper special signs on every available space , crowded and in need of an update. I won't be back.

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Putney, Vermont
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

An enormous menu with all the diner classics, at budget friendly prices. Fear not vegetarians and the gluten free, this diner has plenty to please you. In addition to the usual diner menu offerings, international dishes from Mexican burritos (I loved mine!), Syrian roll-ups, to Asian stir frys are served up in this authentic tin city 1940's diner car. Booth... More

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NY
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126 reviews 126 reviews
67 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
213 helpful votes 213 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

We went back to the Blue Benn last week after we heard they have buckwheat pancakes. The price for 3 buckwheat pancakes was $6.99. (no meat) Waitress said they were large so I asked if I could just order one pancake in addition to the regular breakfast order. Sure, no problem. So single pancake arrives and it was delicious. When... More

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Lansdowne, Pennsylvania
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46 reviews 46 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

First, you have to appreciate the original Silver City train car style diner. This place has 6 booths and a very long counter. The offerings are really good diner style food, but often with a nice twist. Breakfast here is my favorite anywhere! Lunch and dinner options are good and desserts are again very well done diner fare. I love... More

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Tucson
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

This diner has something for everyone! Classic breakfasts, with an emphasis on traditional diner fare, but also some surprising options, gluten free! Yes, it is often crowded, and you will need to wait, but it is worth it. Sit at a booth, or the counter, and feel the vibe of an old-time train car diner! And get a donut to... More

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Toms River, New Jersey
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11 restaurant reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

Come hungry, come early, and be ready to sit wherever. This classic train car style diner has everything you would expect from a traditional diner from every style egg you want, to pancakes, french toast, sandwiches, soups and plenty of healthy and vegetarian options. But posted all over the restaurant are custom creations that unless you're local you're never gonna... More

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nyc
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

worth the wait [and there's always a wait]; menu on the wall great pancakes; friendly staff; classic experience

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