Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - Sandusky, OH

3002 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870, United States
+1 419-625-9100
$$$ Restaurant , Breakfast restaurant
(2379 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Dianna's Deli & Restaurant sits comfortably on Milan Road in Sandusky as a straightforward, no-frills spot that caters to both locals and visitors looking for solid American comfort food any time of day. As a traditional family-style diner, it specializes in hearty breakfast and classic deli offerings that lean heavily into generous portions and familiar flavors.

The atmosphere here echoes a simpler era—unpretentious and welcoming with a casual, lived-in feel. It’s the kind of place where the staff quickly start to feel like part of your day, creating a warm and relaxed environment that invites lingering over a plate of breakfast or satisfying lunch. The service draws attention for being attentive without being intrusive, with an easygoing vibe that suits families, road-trippers, and local regulars alike.

Menu highlights point to classic Americana: the Reuben sandwich, Country Fried Steak, and a Mile-High Turkey Club showcase their comfort-food chops. For breakfast, expect filling plates like the “Heart Attack Omelette” or the Deli Omelette with corned beef and Swiss cheese, both served all day. The diner also leans into familiar specials like roast sirloin of beef and a corned beef dinner, which nod to Midwest tastes.

This spot makes a solid pit stop for those heading to nearby Cedar Point or locals who want a dependable breakfast or lunch in a friendly setting. Mornings and early afternoons are prime times, as many patrons come in for a substantial breakfast or a midday meal that stretches comfortably beyond a quick bite. Portions are ample enough to satisfy bigger appetites, often leaving diners with leftovers or a sense that they got their money’s worth.

If you’re looking for a place where the pace slows down just enough to enjoy simple home-cooked food with a slice of local hospitality, Dianna’s fits the bill. It's especially suited for those who appreciate a classic diner experience without the fuss—where the food feels like a hearty welcome and the people behind the counter actually take notice.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Thursday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

06:00 AM - 12:00 AM

2379 Reviews
Ashley Kees

22 Dec 2025

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!! You must try this out when you’re in town! This place is run so well and the service is out of this world. We weren’t expecting to be treated like family, but my goodness, it was like we were adopted as we stepped in. The food - omg! So darn good! We couldn’t stay away after the first experience so we have had many different offerings at all hours of the day! It’s truly to die for! Order came out quickly and perfectly. I’m picky and they complied with every request. Just WOW! The service - it didn’t matter who served us, each one of the 4 servers we had was just phenomenal!! They are so diligent and such amazingly hard workers! I believe they all checked in on every table several times in their section to ensure everything turned out well! It also is not common to see the owner of the restaurant there and greeting all tables, and his kindness is out of this world. If you go here, I guarantee you will return! Please bring this to Cincinnati! And include at least a few of the servers!

Brigid H.

21 Dec 2025

A simple family diner vibe. The service was excellent! The silverware could have used another wash or two. The food was very good.

Andrew Ridgway

01 Dec 2025

The food tasted great. The service was exemplary. Enjoyed the jalapeño and chorizo mix in the Mexican Omlette.

Arthur Hurlburt

17 Nov 2025

This place is a throwback to a simpler time. It is great! The service is attentive, the portions are large and their prices are fair. What a gem. There was more food than I could finish, and I'm a bigger guy. The roast beef was delicious as was the soup and salad. I have gone back and ordered the cabbage rolls. They were delicious!

Ben Qualls

01 Nov 2025

We had lunch here when we rolled into town to spend two days at Cedar Point. This dinner didn't disappoint! It was so good for lunch we went back the next morning for breakfast! KoolDad

48 States

15 Sep 2025

Wondered before I came in if I was going to find vacation area pricing. Was pleasantly surprised that the menu is really reasonable. It took no time at all to get seated, and my waitress, Alyssa, was one you would like. Ask her a question about the menu and she is not afraid to give opinion. I appreciate when people step up like that. She's got an easygoing way about her, and a beautiful quick smile as well. Perfect for interacting with the public. I had the Grecian Platter and found it was a LOT of food for the money. I did my best to finish it off too! Very Good. The Onion Soup was a very nice dish , and it comes with the Platter. Restaurant was clean, people were quite friendly. Even the locals. Nice Stop. I commend the owners. Very nice place. Thanks Alyssa!

Johnny Joestar

14 Sep 2025

I recently ate here with my family and had a great experience. The prices are very good alongside good serving sizes and the food is very tasty. Our waiter, Hugo, was very considerate of us the whole visit and was willing to describe lots of information to us about the food here. He also checked on us many times with enthusiasm. If you're in the area for any reason then you should definitely stop at this restaruant.

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