Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Medina: 3:19 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (330) 725-2777 to confirm.
Location & directions
665 Lafayette RdMedina, OH 44256
About Diner 42
Diner 42 is a diner located at 665 Lafayette Rd in Medina, Ohio. It is one of 50 places to eat and drink we list in Medina.
Diner 42 is open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday).
Diner 42's menu features 20 dishes and drinks across 4 sections, including Combos, BBQ, Chili, and Appetizers. Listed prices range from $0.99 to $9.99, with a typical item around $9.49. Dishes worth a look include Two All Beef Hot Dog, Pulled Pork Sandwich, and Large Chili.
You can visit for outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cozy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family-friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (330) 725-2777 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Diner
- Address
- 665 Lafayette Rd, Medina, OH 44256
- Phone
- (330) 725-2777
- Price range
- $1 to $10 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Menu
- 20 items · $0.99–$9.99
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for diners and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Diner 42’s weekday schedule with 15 other diners in Ohio. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 6:00 PM, in line with the typical 7:00 PM.
In total it is open about 52 hours a week, about the same as the local median (54 hours). 87% of diners in Ohio open on Sundays, and Diner 42 is one of them.
Compared with 15 other diners in Ohio that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for diners in Ohio
Based on 10 menus with 464 priced items from diners in Ohio, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $5.25 and $10.25.
At Diner 42 the median listed price is $9.49, higher than the typical $7.50 for diners in Ohio.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Chef Salad | 60% | $10.50 |
| Grilled Cheese | 60% | $4.19 |
| Onion Rings | 50% | $5.81 |
| Home Fries | 50% | $4.25 |
| Applesauce | 40% | $2.79 |
| Oatmeal | 40% | $4.17 |
Calculated from 10 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
There are no other places to eat and drink in our guide within half a mile of Diner 42, but there are 10 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (2), Pizza (2), Mediterranean & Middle Eastern (1), and Chinese (1).
5 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexEmi's Taqueria0.5 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternSérénité Restaurant & Culinary Institute0.6 mi
- PizzaPapa John's0.7 mi
- ChineseHouse Of Hunan Medina0.9 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeThe Grind Coffee Bar1.0 mi
What to expect at a diner
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Diner 42's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Is Diner 42 open on Sunday?
Yes, Diner 42 is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Diner 42 located?
Diner 42 is located at 665 Lafayette Rd, Medina, OH 44256.
What is the phone number of Diner 42?
You can call Diner 42 at (330) 725-2777.
Does Diner 42 offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Diner 42 offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Diner 42?
The typical price range at Diner 42 is $1 to $10 per person. Menu prices range from $0.99 to $9.99.
Does Diner 42 take reservations?
Yes, Diner 42 accepts reservations.
Is Diner 42 wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Diner 42 open late?
No, Diner 42 usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Diner 42?
There are 10 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Diner 42. Nearby options include Emi's Taqueria (0.5 mi), Sérénité Restaurant & Culinary Institute (0.6 mi), and Papa John's (0.7 mi).
How much do diners in Ohio cost?
Based on 10 menus with 464 priced items from diners in Ohio, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $5.25 and $10.25.
