Gene’s Place To Dine

Reviews

• Eric D.

  star star star star star 19 June 2026

  I have heard nothing but bad reviews from this place. Everything from the hostess was rude. To the waitresses didn't care and felt like the customer was bothersome. Also the food was very bad.  
  So today I had to see for myself.  I couldn't believe a place could be that bad.  I ate breakfast here and I chose a very busy time 10am on a Sunday.  Well I will tell you that I had a five star time here.  The hostess was pleasant and smiled.  The waitress was friendly and quick to the table.  The kitchen staff got my order cooked to perfection. Even the busboy was friendly.  So is this a one off???   I hope not. Because this will be my new breakfast spot.  
  I ordered the corned beef hash with one egg over easy and with pancakes. Cooked as it should be. Perfect.

• Melissa J.

  star star star star star_border 9 June 2026

  Old school and lovin it!  It's been a number of years since I've been to Gene's and it was just as good.
  
  My husband and I had a late breakfast and it was wonderful.  We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in.  Our sever was quick to get our drink orders and they even put on a fresh pot of decaf.  We took a few minutes to look at the menu and we placed our orders.  I ordered a traditional breakfast, 3 over medium with home fries and rye toast.  Simple and delicious!!!  The home fries were roasted red skins with the right amount of butter and seasoning.  
  
  I guess I won't wait too long to eat at Genes place again!

• Cliff K.

  star star star star star_border 3 June 2026

  A classic diner it's been around a long time and whenever I'm back to Cleveland scene my siblings I always try to make a stop here. I can remember coming here when I was a young kid and it was a pancake house back then two later on coming with my grandmother for lunch. it's filled with nostalgic photos from the 40s and 50s of all kinds of celebrities and Cleveland momentos. some people think the waitress and hostess are rude but I think it's just a matter that they're older and you have to be patient. Kind of goes with the style of the place. These days I usually go for breakfast and find it enjoyable with well prepared food. it is an interesting place that is tucked away in kamm's corners mall but has plenty of seating for large groups and parties the only problem will be if you're in a wheelchair is not really wheelchair accessible it's a very old building. It's worth a visit.

• Deb B.

  star star star star star 23 May 2026

  Gene's has been here a long time and you get that neighborhood feel from their friendly engaged staff. Everyone here seems to genuinely enjoy their job!  Lots of food choices from fresh salads to burgers to bigger plate entrees. Appetizers and soups are plentiful as well.
  The ambience is casual but not divey. Walls are filled with every type of nostalgia; old movie, local personalities, celebrity faves. I love the Indian stationed at the entrance. Food is prepared quickly and always tasty. It is a local hangout for groups/small gatherings who meet regularly.

• Halle W.

  star star star star star_border 22 May 2026

  This is the basic homey greasy spoon. Nothing fancy and nothing special (except the nostalgia and the people!), which is just how I like my diners. I know I can come in for a quick, tasty, inexpensive meal and I know just what to expect.
  
  I usually come for lunch and just grab a sandwich or French fries but I actually enjoy it better for diner breakfast!