Starliner Diner

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For three star Mexican, try Starliner Diner in Hilliard. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This restaurant features breakfast and brunch. This restaurant is good for groups. Diners liked the old.

User Reviews of Starliner Diner

Yelp.com Review - by Andy S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Let me start off by saying, unequivocally, that Starliner Diner in Hilliard has the worst web site on the planet. It breaks every rule of modern and traditional design including incorporating...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kayre H.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is the one place I have to bring all my friends who visit Columbus! DO NOT let the somewhat sketchy outside appearance fool you! Once you get in, you'll see it's pretty big, yet cozy, and very...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tyler K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love the decor, love the food, only wish I didn't have to drive all the way out to Hilliard. Probably my favorite diner in Columbus.
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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Great Cheeseless Pizza!

The service is always great and the food is even better. Great spicy cheeseless pizza! The crowd can become somewhat noisy, but its a family friendly joint. Highly recommend it!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I LOVE THIS PLACE.Food is absolutely delicious. I like their specials and price is good too. It's not very consistent with taste which makes it very homemadeish. Lobster Bisque is probably the best...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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Best Breakfast in a Decade

If you don't like out of the way non-franchised diners please skip this review. If on the other hand you like eclectic places with friendly staff that serve exotic yet comforting and tasty food that is...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Starliner Diner is to my mind another of those special idiosyncratic places in Columbus that I wish I could visit more often. As other reviewers have noted, the Cuban dishes are bad-ass, the breakfast...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by John M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Starliner was recommended via friends of friends and I'm stoked we decided to drive out to Hilliard to try it.The place doesn't look like much, but the food was really good and the service pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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This has to be the best breakfast in Columbus!

I have been to the Starliner Diner for lunch a handful of times and enjoyed each one. Today we went during Brunch and I ordered off of the Breakfast Menu, and WOW! it is TERRIFIC. I cannot believe I just found...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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More than just a diner by Joshua C. at InsiderPages

This place is great. The eclectic decor sets the tone for some really interesting dishes, many with a bit of Cuban flare. Go for breakfast/brunch - it's really yummy.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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Random... Spicy...Delicious........ Love it!

Ok, I have to say, this restaurant is one of the kind, My buddy got me addicted to this place. I work in Hilliard and I come to this place frequently. Food: You absolutely must love corn I think it comes on...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Catie L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I enjoyed this family run diner. I had the pulled pork platter which was tasty and economical at $11, of which I had to take half home. It was served with veggies, black beans and rice, and homemade...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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Starliner Diner Love

I used to work at Starliner Diner for about a 1 1/2 and ate ALL of the food on the menu. I now live in California and there is NOTHING bad I can say about the food at all... it is worthy of a franchise. If you...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Randy S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Starliner Diner carries a lot of hype with it. So needless to say, I had some high hopes when I visited for the first time recently. The restaurant is a real hole-in-the-wall, though that's not such a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Spencer L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Fried plantains = wordfrench toast nuggets = equally word-s
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Fen Z.

3.0 of 5 stars. I finally succumbed to my curiosity and headed over to Starliner Diner for lunch one fine Friday afternoon. Initial reaction upon arriving at SD: This CAN'T be the place. I didn't realize that the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caroline C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was reluctant to try SD because, quite honestly, it looked so tacky. But I'd heard good things about it, and decided to give it a try. SD is a welcome change from the usual burger/meatloaf/BLT menu...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Fun restaurant with great food

Starliner Diner is near the top of my list for Columbus. I've not had a bad meal or item there yet. The plantain appetizer is simply the best I have ever had; it's sweet with a spicy dressing. Only problem is...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Don't even use the menu here - get the specials. Meals are served quickly and with surprisingly appealing presentation (for such a "hole in the wall" place). My favorite is the creole macaroni with...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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I gave it several tries, still not impressed

I've heard so much I had to try it. The first time I was disappointed, the cuban flavor of my dish was not to my liking, so I figured I should give it a second try, then a third. Both my husband and myself...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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Visited twice gave it a fair chance.

After reading reviews and listening to The Bass Brothers on 610 liking this place..I decided to give it a try. It's possiible that the spice they used didn't really agree with my tastes....and some of what I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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Best Food, Large Portions, Closed Mondays.

This is one of the best places I've visited EVER!! There's Usually a wait, although not always a long one, but even a two hour wait is well worth it! Prices are reasonable, portions are generous, and service...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Great little Diner

Loved this place! the food is good and in great portions. Very eclectic menu with a cajun theme. And the decor is great! such a fun place to eat. the staff was very nice and friendly.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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Absolutely fabulous!!

I've only eaten here once, but other than finding the place, it was a wonderful experience! I got the Creole Macaroni, which was FULL of chicken and other yumminess -- every bite was a total treat -- you'd...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Dinner specials can be hit or miss, but this place tends to get packed on the weekends for good reason. Don't miss the sweet potato fries.ETA: Go there for brunch! Especially noteworthy are the cubano...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Meredith M.

4.0 of 5 stars. in Hilliard, Ohio land of chain restaurants, I was happy to find a diner for lunch, rather than eating at Hooters which we set out to do! The ambiance is cute and the staff is really friendly....
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hilary W.

3.0 of 5 stars. A great place if your looking for something different when it comes to a breakfast / brunch menu. Colorful, friendly and just the right amount of loudness to help guests enjoy the fast paced service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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Awesome Little Kitschy Place

This is one of our favourite little places to eat in Hilliard. The food is wonderful with pasta dishes containing more "toppings" than the actual pasta, something I've never seen before but love. They also...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Merrill H.

2.0 of 5 stars. Blah. This place has boring food. Banana pancakes? Nothing new. Good tasting, but boring. Chorizo omelette? Nice and spicy, but boring. I was expecting Starliner Diner to have a great breakfast menu,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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Large portions - great service

great if you are looking for something out of the ordinary. i would not classify this as a mexican restaurant. it is a nice blend of cuban, latin american and traditional fares south of the border. i have been...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Chuck k.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite brunch places in Columbus. Their breakfasts can't be beat. Great , and I mean great, breakfast burritos. Their machaca special is also great. I don't think I've had a bad breakfast...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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If you want inexpensive, it's possible, but avoid these rookie mistakes

My husband and I visited for the first time eager to sample the reasons for all this praise. We discovered that the food is indeed terrific, but there's more to it than great food. One, the portions are HUGE....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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Delish!

We went with a few friends specifically to try the plantains - a hard find in Columbus restaurants. All the food was very tasty, large portions and while the decor was kinda cheesy, it gave us lots to talk...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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Relax and Enjoy

What a great change of pace. The food is excellent. Check out the specials on the left as you walk in. If it sounds interesting, it probably will be and it will taste delicious. If you are tired of chain...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2006
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Try the Jalapeno Soup

I love SD! The Jalapeno soup and sweet potato/corn tamales are delicious. The soup has wonderful flavor and generally doesn't set your mouth on fire. I've loved almost everything I've ordered here. The menu...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2005
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Sweet Potatoe Omlet

This is most wonderful breakfast on this planet. My best friend suggested I try it, now thats all I ever order when I can.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2005
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I love Starliner

I have never had a bad experience at this restaurant. I always get the roast chicken with black beans and plantains. I love it. I do wish that they could more clearly mark the street it sits on. I have a lot...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2005
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Incredible Cuban-American

Small self-owned and run place that is anything but the usual. The quirky decorating and non-matchin...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/17/2005
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Yum!

I was reluctant to try SD because, quite honestly, it looked so tacky. But we'd heard good things about it, and decided to give it a try. I am so glad we did! SD is a welcome change from the usual...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2005
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great place for brunch by h w. at InsiderPages

We never have any reason to go to Hilliard other than to eat at the Starliner Diner. In fact, we live all the way on the opposite end of town. It takes us no less than 25 minutes to drive there. But we are...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2005
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Homemade???

I guess you can considerate it homemade if cheese dip mix with elbow noodles is a special OR how about cajun burrito, the meat is from the LOWES BBQ you by in the store. WOW that is cleaver and authentic..
citysearch.com - user review - 10/30/2004
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Fire this one up dude !!!

Great balance of charm and character. Make sure that you beat the church crowd in for Sunday brunch. Great food for a great price. Simply a must if you enjoy authentic Tex/Mex?Caribean cooking. Great flavor,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2002
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great food and good value

I visted the Starliner for breakfast. The menu has a decent selection of mexcian and american style breakfast. Also, the resturant usual has 3 or 4 specials in the morning.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2002
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Startliner Diner is a Star

At the Starliner Diner, you can get a great american breakfast or an authentic cuban-mexican breakfast cheap. The kitchen is filled with spanish speaking cooks and the service is friendly and fast. There is no...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2002
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The Best deal in town!

Ave nae had any dinni experience quite like it. The atmosphere is thick. Don't expect a posh elegant experience. Its a hole in the wall but I would rather eat here than anywhere else in Columbus! THe food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2002
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Diamond in the Rough

This restaurant is a rare find indeed, and it sure does not look it on the inside. Once you are inside, the uniqueness of the decor matches the uniqueness of its superb menu. Do not miss out on this rarity,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2002
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mmm Chile's Rellenos!

they have a brunch worth getting up for! mexican and breakfast mixed together is a great combination that you can't find at places like bob evans.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2002
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yummy!

fantastic!!! veggie quesadillas were fantastic and filling. among four of us, no one got a bad meal.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2002
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Starpower

Simply stellar cuisine. The chiles rellenos are a meal in themselves, the pasta is delectable, the salad is superb. Basically, if it's on the menu here, you can't go wrong. Service is friendly and casual....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/14/2002
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AOL CityGuide

cuban-fusion fare from a kitschy kitchen...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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Dine.com

easily, the best food in the columbus area...
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