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Welcome to GP Diner

GP Diner, located at 608 S Coast Hwy 101 in Encinitas, California, is a charming eatery known for its delicious and affordable offerings. This diner combines a laid-back atmosphere with a menu that highlights Roman-style pizzas, decadent gelato, and hearty breakfast options. Customers rave about the freshness of ingredients and innovative flavor combinations, from crispy pizza crusts to unique gelato flavors like Charcoal Vanilla and Olive Oil Agave. The friendly staff enhances the experience, ensuring quick service and a welcoming environment. Whether dining indoors or enjoying the courtyard, GP Diner is an inviting destination for food lovers.

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Welcome to GP Diner, a delightful culinary haven located at 608 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024. This diner perfectly blends a casual atmosphere with an enticing menu that pays homage to Italian cuisine while offering a touch of Californian freshness.

As you step inside GP Diner, you’ll be greeted by a welcoming ambiance that invites you to relax and enjoy your meal. The diner boasts ample seating options, both indoors and on a charming outdoor patio—perfect for savoring the ocean breeze while indulging in your favorite dish. With a phone number of +1 760-704-8868, reaching out for a reservation or inquiry is just a call away.

One of the standout features at GP Diner is its renowned Roman-style pizza. Customers rave about the crispy crust, a delightful base for a variety of creative toppings. Bree Panuco highlights favorites like the Pepperonata, Let Me Up (vegan), and Cacio e Pepe, proving that both meat lovers and vegans can find something to indulge in. If you're a fan of creative, fresh ingredients, you'll be thrilled with their range of gelato, offering unique flavors such as charcoal vanilla and peanut butter chocolate—an excellent way to conclude your meal.

Patrons like Vivian Anne appreciate the quick service and the warm, inviting environment, while Amy He-Schenk celebrates the diner’s commitment to quality; noting that the food is fresh, organic, and void of the greasy pitfalls often associated with typical diner fare. It's this unique approach that sets GP Diner apart in a bustling food landscape.

Fans also rave about the friendly staff, eager to make your visit memorable. You can start your day with their varied breakfast menu or drop by for a hearty lunch filled with classic diner favorites. As April Allison shared, both the burger and chicken pot pie were standout dishes, marking the menu's diversity and quality.

GP Diner is a tribute to the best in dining—delicious food, casual ambiance, and friendly service. Whether you’re enjoying a pizza or indulging in gelato, each bite reflects a passion for culinary excellence. As they expand, including a location in San Clemente, GP Diner is sure to gain a devoted following. Don’t miss your chance to experience this gem in Encinitas!

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Amy He-Schenk
Amy He-Schenk

Atmosphere is great and food is delicious affordable. None of that greasy gross stuff. Seems fresh and more organic. Photos by me

Vivian Anne
Vivian Anne

We had dinner at GP Diner on a Friday at around 6 pm and it wasn't very crowded. There was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating available. We didn't try anything off the diner menu and went straight to the pizza and gelato. The pizza and gelato are just as good as Gelati & Pecatti in North Park. They had a lot of choices and everything was served warm, quickly, and tasted great! I would definitely recommend coming here for Roman style pizza and gelato. They don't have a dedicated parking lot so you have to look around.

Bobbi Jo Plank
Bobbi Jo Plank

This was right next door to the East Village Asian restaurant I reviewed. We decided to go get some gelato for dessert and we did not regret it one bit. The people were super friendly. There were quite a few choices to choose from. She let me taste as many as I needed to before making my choice. I went with the Charcoal Vanilla and it was delicious. Jeff had Amaretto Cookie and he really enjoyed it. We will be back to try the pizzas they had displayed. They looked authentic Italian pizzas. Bobbi Jo and Jeff

Ani
Ani

Great place for coffee, pizza and gelato! Different tastes of pizza with a crispy crust and delicious toppings. I wished for more vegetarian options but meat lovers will have plenty of options. They come in a cute little to go box (2 fit in here) and they were super tasty! Easy to eat with one hand. There is a nice little courtyard where you can sit in the shade and wind, there is space to sit inside and soon the diner will open for breakfast and lunch. They just opened and were super friendly, explained me the dough process and pizza arrives super quick. Will definitely come back. It was delicious!! Please make more non -meat options with artichokes :))

Stacey L.
Stacey L.

I loved the pizzas here!! Sadly I only had room for one type - sausage and mushroom. I love that they reheat so it’s perfectly warm and crispy. They have plenty, plenty of seating throughout the establishment (where they also sell gelato!!). Check this place out if you’re in the area and craving some pizza

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Great pizza, very pleasuring and simple, straight forward, you can see you good food and place an order, they’ll make it warm and you enjoy! Simple and beautiful! Our 3y old love it! Toddler approved!

Bree Panuco
Bree Panuco

They have the best pizza and gelato products in town. Every thing is super fresh and they have super creative pizza combinations and gelato flavors. Our favorite pizza was the Pepperonata, Let Me Up (vegan) and Cacio e Pepe. We also tried an olive oil agave gelato and peanut butter chocolate which was as creamy as that sounds. There were also tons of vegan gelato flavors which were so good too.

April Allison
April Allison

Loved, loved, loved our experience here. Luca, the owner and chef, made us this amazing burger (only 19), and my friend had the chicken pot pie (equally delicious). Varied menu with lots of options, casual laid back atmosphere, lots of food for the price, super friendly staff that made sure we were happy. They have a location in North Park San Diego and opening another in San Clemente soon. We are happy!!!