Diner lingo (sometimes called diner slang, or short-order lingo) has a rich history in American diners and restaurants, and now it's making a comeback! We've compiled the largest diner lingo dictionary here at dinerlingo.com so you can learn the jargon too, whether you work in the food industry, or if you're just looking for a little entertainment!
Jack |
Grilled American cheese sandwich |
Jack Benny |
Grilled cheese with bacon more... |
Jack Benny in the Red |
Strawberry Jell-O more... |
Jack Tommy |
Grilled chees with tomato |
Java |
Coffee |
Jayne Mansfield |
Tall stack of pancakes |
Jerk |
Ice cream soda more... |
Joe |
Coffee |
Joe O'Malley |
Irish coffee |