Houston’s neighborhood diner

Justly Famous
Since 1938

Name: Avalon Diner – River Oaks
Address: 2417 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77098, US
Telephone: (713) 527-8900
Price range: $

Breakfast all day, drug store burgers, blue plate specials and hand-spun milkshakes — in River Oaks, Memorial Villages and Stafford.

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Justly Famous Since 1938

Chicken and waffles and buttermilk pancakes with coffee

Breakfast

Served All Day

Classic American breakfasts — fluffy pancakes, eggs your way, bacon, sausage, biscuits with gravy, hearty omelettes and more. Generous portions, bold flavors and a neighborhood diner vibe make it the perfect morning stop.

Red booths and chrome counter stools inside Avalon Diner

Classic American Diner

Taste the Tradition

Known for retro charm, warm service and hearty comfort food. Since 1938 we have served timeless favorites like drug store burgers, milkshakes, all-day breakfast and blue plate specials.

Club sandwich, burger, curly fries and chicken fried steak

Lunch

Classic Comfort Food

Craving a juicy burger, chicken-fried steak, meatloaf, or a club sandwich with crinkle-cut fries? Classic American lunch with generous portions and homestyle flavor — something for every appetite.

Strawberry milkshake topped with whipped cream

Community

Houston Strong

More than a place to eat — it’s where locals gather, stories are shared and traditions are kept alive. Find us in River Oaks, the Memorial Villages and Stafford.

Made to order, every day

Eggs & omelettesTen omelettes, scramblers and migas — breakfast all day.

The Sandwich BoardClubs, melts and deli classics with crinkle-cut fries.

1938 Drug Store BurgersDressed the original way since the soda fountain days.

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How It All Started

Avalon Diner began in 1938 as a small neighborhood drug store and diner with a simple goal: to serve classic, homemade meals with friendly service. Over the years, it’s grown into a beloved local spot, known for its timeless charm and commitment to quality.

What started as a drug store soda fountain has become a lasting part of the community, where generations have gathered for hearty breakfasts, comfort food and familiar faces. Avalon remains true to its roots, blending tradition with a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.

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Great breakfast spot my whole family loved it! Our server Ana was very welcoming and offered us amazing service! Close to the Galleria is a must visit spot if you want to experience great food, coffee and delicious dessert, keep up the great job Avalon Diner on Westheimer.
★★★★★

This is one of the best old-school diners in town. The breakfast is southern comfort and is amazing. Their biscuits are warm and fluffy, their gravy is nice and thick, and their eggs are very tasty. Their breakfast meats are very good and well cured. The staff is amazing.
★★★★★

If I could rate Avalon Diner higher than 5 stars I would!! Everything is homemade and your taste buds will thank you for dining here! Their chili is quite possibly the best I have ever had! Their homemade biscuits… wow!! The chicken fried steak is tender and their cream gravy is so yummy!!
★★★★★