Nothing says "the weekend" like a big breakfast at a diner. When you're looking for some of the best diners that serve them, these places fit the bill.

There's just something about the feeling you get when you walk into a diner on a weekend and the place is buzzing. The smell of coffee hits your nose as soon as you take one step inside. The wait staff are just flying around with menus in one hand and pots of coffee in the other. They're rushing to get people seated at tables. You can hear the clinking of forks on plates and spoons swirling creamer and sugar in cups.

There's life in a diner. It's a whole different feel from most restaurants.

What's the difference between a diner and a restaurant?

Aren't diners and restaurants the same thing? Most people seem to think they are, but there are a couple of subtle differences. "Restaurant" is a bit of an umbrella term that we use to describe places that serve food. They can be fancy, but even fast-food restaurants are still restaurants.

Diners, though, are a category of their own. Diners normally have a more casual feel to them. They've got a comfortable atmosphere. They used to even have a universal look to them. They had a retro feel. Picture checkered floors, pastel colors, and neon lights in the windows. They're not all like that these days. You can come in wearing whatever you're wearing and still get an affordable, yet delicious meal. They focus on American-style food like comfort foods.

Diners are the best places to get breakfast

Sure, you could go through a fast food line and get something to eat for breakfast. You could go to a fancier restaurant and pay a bunch of money. Heck, you could just stop at a donut shop and grab a donut and a coffee. But when you're looking to sit down for something to fill your belly for a big day, a diner is where you'll want to be.

Here are some of the diners that people brag about for their breakfasts in Western New York.

5 Diners For The Best Breakfast In Western New York

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