Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 6:00 AM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Houston: 2:00 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (713) 697-5553 to confirm.
Location & directions
5004 N Shepherd DrHouston, TX 77018
About Simos Diner
Simos Diner is a diner located at 5004 N Shepherd Dr in Houston, Texas. Our Houston guide covers 2,820 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).
Simos Diner is open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Sunday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:00 AM most days.
Guests can choose from 28 menu items across 7 sections, including Soups & Salads, Greek Entrees, Sandwiches, Open-face Hot Sandwiches, and Steaks & Chicken. Listed prices range from $1.95 to $11.95, with a typical item around $6.95. Dishes worth a look include Chef Salad, Souvlaki Plate, and Ham & Cheese.
Available service options are takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and historic, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (713) 697-5553 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Diner
- Address
- 5004 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018
- Phone
- (713) 697-5553
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Sunday)
- Menu
- 28 items · $1.95–$11.95
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for diners and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Simos Diner’s weekday schedule with 14 other diners in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 AM, earlier than 71% of them (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 3:00 PM, in line with the typical 3:15 PM.
In total it is open about 53 hours a week, 4 hours fewer than the local median of 57. 93% of diners in Texas open on Sundays; Simos Diner does not.
Compared with 14 other diners in Texas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for diners in Texas
Based on 7 menus with 394 priced items from diners in Texas, the median menu item costs $8.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.45 and $12.45.
At Simos Diner the median listed price is $6.95, lower than the typical $8.25 for diners in Texas.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Chef Salad | 57% | $9.85 |
| Grilled Cheese | 43% | $7.95 |
| Chicken Fried Steak | 43% | $12.95 |
| Chili Cheese Fries | 43% | $4.75 |
| French Toast | 43% | $6.50 |
| Toast | 43% | $1.75 |
Calculated from 7 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Historic
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Simos Diner there are 2 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 6 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Chicken & Wings (2), Burgers & Fast Food (1), Thai (1), and Bakeries & Desserts (1).
1 place within a mile stays open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ThaiSao-Lao Thai Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & Wings2 Brothers Wings & More0.4 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger King0.6 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsFlying Saucer Pie Company0.8 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaqueria No Toques Mi Taco1.0 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 Simos Diner's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Simos Diner open on Sunday?
No, Simos Diner is closed on Sundays.
Where is Simos Diner located?
Simos Diner is located at 5004 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018.
What is the phone number of Simos Diner?
You can call Simos Diner at (713) 697-5553.
Does Simos Diner offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Simos Diner offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Simos Diner?
The typical price range at Simos Diner is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $1.95 to $11.95.
Does Simos Diner take reservations?
Yes, Simos Diner accepts reservations.
Is Simos Diner wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Simos Diner open late?
No, Simos Diner usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Simos Diner?
There are 6 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Simos Diner. Nearby options include Sao-Lao Thai Cafe (< 0.1 mi), 2 Brothers Wings & More (0.4 mi), and Burger King (0.6 mi).
How much do diners in Texas cost?
Based on 7 menus with 394 priced items from diners in Texas, the median menu item costs $8.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.45 and $12.45.
