What to order at Becky's Diner

Must order
Short stack with bacon and a cup of clam chowder.
Editor tip
Cash and card both fine. Queues longest 09:00-11:00 weekends; early arrivals get the counter seats.
CuisineBrunch
StyleAll-day breakfast, working waterfront
Price$$
Price range$10-22
Neighborhoodold-port
HoursMon-Thu 04:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 04:00-22:00, Sun 04:00-21:00
BookingWalk-in only
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Must order: Short stack with bacon and a cup of clam chowder.

Tip: Cash and card both fine. Queues longest 09:00-11:00 weekends; early arrivals get the counter seats.

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