The Lincoln Diner

1118 Old Lincoln Hwy, Bucyrus, OH 44820, United States
+1 419-562-3800
$$$ Restaurant
(74 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

The Lincoln Diner in Bucyrus is a classic American diner experience that leans into hearty comfort food and a no-frills atmosphere. Situated right off Old Lincoln Highway, it’s the kind of place locals turn to when they crave familiar, down-to-earth meals without any fuss.

The diner’s menu spans a wide range of traditional diner staples, with particular attention to generous portions. Among the standout offerings, the all-you-can-eat fish Fridays draw a steady crowd, known for their crispy, flaky fried Alaskan Pollock that manages to stay light rather than greasy. Regulars also highlight the Swiss Onion Burger and the “Wing Dings” as satisfying examples of diner classics done well. The homemade soups and daily vegetable sides provide a welcome balance to the heavier dishes.

The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, suited for families, road-trippers, and anyone looking for a familiar meal. The interior has a straightforward, unpretentious vibe — it’s clear the focus here is on good food and good service rather than decor. Service is routinely described as genuine and friendly, with staff taking care to make guests feel comfortable without rushing them.

Breakfast here seems especially popular for its generous portions and classic combinations like the Barnyard Breakfast with eggs, sausage gravy, home fries, and biscuits. Pancakes and breakfast combos appeal to families looking for a casual weekend meal. Lunch and dinner visitors benefit from the extensive menu options ranging from sandwiches and burgers to meatloaf dinners and seafood selections.

This spot is best for:

  • Locals who want a reliable, affordable place for classic American diner dishes
  • Families seeking a casual sit-down meal with something for everyone
  • Visitors passing through Bucyrus hunting for generous portions and easy-to-like food
  • Friday fish fry enthusiasts looking for a no-nonsense all-you-can-eat deal

The best time to visit is weekdays or weekend mornings for breakfast to enjoy a relaxed pace and home-style fare. Dinner on Fridays offers lively value with the fried Alaskan Pollock specials. Though the exterior may not stand out, the low-key setting inside gives room to appreciate the down-home quality and straightforward service.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

74 Reviews
Lana Pfeifer

16 Dec 2025

Great breakfast. I got eggs and sausage links, grandson got pancakes and sausage very good food. Waitress very nice and friendly good service.

Chad Jarrett

22 Nov 2025

The family and I drove from Marion to try this place out. It was pretty good and worth the time it took to get there. From the outside it isn’t much to look at but what matters here is the food. It was very good. And just like most dinners in America there are almost endless choices to pick from. My mother and brother each had the All-U-Can-Eat Spaghetti. Most people won’t need a second serving as they load the plate up here. My youngest brother has Breakfast. I kept it classic with Burger, Fog and fries. The server and cook I believe was super nice and just an overall great representative of the establishment. My only complaint is it seemed to be a bit pricey, but with today’s economy that probably can’t be avoided. Overall this is a wonderful little place to eat.

Joe Graham

14 Nov 2025

Now THAT was a meal! I had the all you can eat fish. Husband had the country-fried steak. Both of us agreed that our fried fish and our country-fried steak are the best we've found in Crawford County. My fish had an amazingly crisp coating, but the fish was tender, flaky, and moist, with no hint of greasiness. I had two helpings. My husband's steak had a pepper gravy was so good we purchased a quart to bring home for tomorrow's breakfast. Yes, it's that good. My home fries could have been crisped, but they were tasty. My husband got *real* mashed potatoes. I got cole slaw, with a *great* dressing. His side salad was a bit sad, but no biggie. Both of us loved the home made zucchini bread. This was good, honest diner food. Our service was good, and it was nice being able to pay with our debit card! We'll be back!

Michelle Thompson

14 Nov 2025

Our waitress was wonderful. The food was fantastic, we haven’t left yet but ready to return. The all you can eat fish (husband ordered) and it was the best fish. I had the soup and sandwich, tasted great. Our daughter had the wing ding meal and she said it was great! Best experience!!!

Alvin Newsome

10 Nov 2025

I got the Jumbo burger. Swiss cheese with grilled onions. Mmmm! My cheese sticks we're fantastic and the meat sauce was so good! I'm getting spaghetti next time we go. Great affordable food! The chicken Parm is amazing! My waiter yesterday was very polite and took good care of my wife and I!

Niccole Weaver

01 Nov 2025

Great food, as always. Staff is awesome. The chicken dinner was amazing. Cole slaw is the best ever!!

Tammy Phares

05 Oct 2025

Hidden gem on 30. Excellent service, delicious food, great prices. A "do over" stop on my list.

Michael Schriml

30 Sep 2025

I am pretty sure my grandpa took me here a long time ago and the decor brings that forward. It lives up to and easily lives up to the promise of a roadside gem with charms, excellent rural service and really good food at a great value. Inspite of the age of the building, it was clean, organized and well loved The service was way above that in the bigger towns nearby. The staff answered my questions and made great recommendations on what try and took pride in their work. The food was well prepared and served hot off the grill exactly as I ordered it. Who knew getting an order actually right was possible nowadays?!? The cook was on poin and under-challeged. Maybe a quick trip to an all you can eat freshly breaded Pollock dinner some Friday very soon will be worth it? Local score 9.7/10 Diner score 9.8/10 Value score 9.4/10 Service score 9.7/10 And.... Lincoln Diner v. Every other restaurant i have tried in recent years is a beyond impressive score of 8.5/10!!! No shame here, Hyde Park in Columbus, Federal Hill is. Erie, PA, Salt Rock Grille, Suncoast of FL ect still exist The pumpkin pie was excellent as well.

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