Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 9 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 9 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am – 9 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am – 9 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressLakelands NSW
- Websitewarnersbay.dullboys.com.au/eat/the-diner
- CuisineAmerican
Lakelands NSW · 13 km from Newcastle centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineAmerican
- AreaLakelands, Newcastle
- StateNew South Wales
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays)
About The Diner
The Diner brings American food to Lakelands in New South Wales. You'll find it at Lakelands NSW, roughly 13 km from the Newcastle city centre.
Burger joints, fried-chicken shops and American-style diners are casual, quick and perfect for families. Most offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery with plenty of loaded fries on the side.
The Diner is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays); the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Lakelands? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Warners at the Bay and McDonald's.
In the venue's own words: “Eat, drink and unwind in our tasty modern take on the classic american diner.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature burgers & chicken dishes to look out for.
Photos of The Diner
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Closest restaurants to The Diner
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Warners at the Bay 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 320 Hillsborough Road, Warners Bay80 mE · 1 min walk
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2
McDonald's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Lakelands240 mW · 3 min walk
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3
Subway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Lakelands240 mNW · 3 min walk
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4
Domino's 🍕 Pizza · Lakelands250 mNW · 3 min walk
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5
Guzman y Gomez 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · Warners Bay480 mSW · 6 min walk
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6
Hungry Jack's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Lakelands500 mW · 6 min walk
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7
KFC 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Lakelands670 mNE · 8 min walk
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8
R&R Takeaway 🍽️ International · Lakelands760 mW · 9 min walk
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9
Lettuce Eat Take Away 🍽️ International · Lakelands760 mN · 9 min walk
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10
Henny Penny 🍽️ International · Warners Bay1.2 kmSW · 14 min walk
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Eating out in Lakelands
Lakelands is home to 8 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Newcastle area with 548 venues. The local dining scene leans towards burgers & chicken, international restaurants, pizza restaurants. Within 25 km of The Diner there are 690 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Warners Bay (1.0 km), Mount Hutton (2.2 km), Cardiff (2.6 km), Speers Point (2.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Lakelands
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Diner located?
The Diner is located at Lakelands NSW. It is about 13 km from the centre of Newcastle. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Diner?
The Diner is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Diner serve?
The Diner serves American cuisine. Browse our burgers & chicken menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Diner?
You can reach The Diner or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Diner?
The closest venue is Warners at the Bay, about 80 m to the east (1 min walk). Other close options include McDonald's (240 m), Subway (240 m), Domino's (250 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Diner?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Parry St Garage (Italian, 11 km), The Villa Cafe (Cafés & Brunch, 7.5 km), Jewells Tavern (Pizza, 5.8 km).
Where else can I find burgers & chicken food near Lakelands?
Other burgers & chicken venues close by include KFC (2.5 km), McDonald's (2.7 km), Oporto (3.5 km).
How many restaurants are there in Lakelands?
Our guide lists 8 places to eat in Lakelands, most commonly burgers & chicken (4), international restaurants (2), pizza restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 690 venues in total.