Coffee Ern's - Parker

I'm not certain if this place is still called Coffee Ern's, as there was a banner outside showing a different name for 2023. We stopped by while traveling along the Colorado River, and they serve delicious, classic diner food in a traditional diner setting. It's definitely a stop worth making.

The car got wet from the sprinklers. Kid-friendliness: Everything was satisfactory. Service: Dined in. Meal type: Lunch. Price per person: $10–20.

If you're a fan of classic diners, this place is a must-visit. It's spotless, offers a great menu, and features quick, friendly service, along with the absolute best homemade steak fries—cooked to perfection! I had the Roadrunner sandwich, which consisted of sliced roast beef with cheese, tomato, and green chiles on grilled sourdough. My husband ordered the patty melt, and he thought it was fantastic. The service was excellent. We will definitely make this our go-to lunch spot whenever we're back in the Parker area. Overall, it was a delightful experience. Thank you!

Service: Dine-in Meal Type: Breakfast Price per person: $10–20 Food Rating: 4/5 Service Rating: 4/5 Atmosphere Rating: 3/5 Parking: Ample parking Parking Options: Free parking lot

The food was enjoyable, and the service was good as well. However, our experience was marred by an incredibly loud and disruptive waitress (not ours). With her bright red fake hair and visibly pregnant belly, she talked incessantly throughout our meal. Her voice carried through the entire restaurant as she loudly shared her dramatic tales of being fired from her previous job "for no reason," boasting about her skills, and vowing to stand up to disrespect. She continued to rant about difficult customers, making it hard for us to enjoy our time. To make matters worse, her constant chatter was so distracting that it hindered the rest of the staff from doing their jobs effectively. Overall, her presence was toxic to the atmosphere of the restaurant. Service: Dine in; Meal type: Breakfast; Price per person: $30–50.