The PaperMoon Diner

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227 W 29th St
Baltimore, MD 21211

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(410) 889-4444
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The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
The PaperMoon Diner - Baltimore, MD
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Best

The blueberry pancakes are the best ever. Weird, freaky decor. Lots of posing little JHU undergrads, but you ain't goin' there for that are you? Park close to the door 'cause that...

Worst

This was my first time at paper moon and I won't be returning! The service was aweful! I had a party of 7 and the waiter was so nasty, she wasn't friendly at all. I will never go ...

Delish! 3/25/2011

I really like this place. I have only been there for brunch and a couple times for lunch during the week. When I've gone the help has been super nice to me. And i LOVE their omelettes, burgers, and meatloaf. Seriously delish! more
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I don't recommend! 11/4/2010

This was my first time at paper moon and I won't be returning! The service was aweful! I had a party of 7 and the waiter was so nasty, she wasn't friendly at all. I will never go back and the food wasn't good! Never again will I go and o will tell others not to go either. more
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Weird Stuff, Dude! 1/1/2010

The blueberry pancakes are the best ever. Weird, freaky decor. Lots of posing little JHU undergrads, but you ain't goin' there for that are you? Park close to the door 'cause that part of Remington is a little dicy. Pros: It's weird Cons: scary neighborhood more
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Our 1:50 am is their 2 am. Last call at a diner? 11/13/2009

So twice I have been to Paper Moon, following last call, in the final quarter hour before 2 am. Twice, I have been there with minutes to spare before 2 am. And twice I have been told, that I was too late, to be served. They used to be open 24 hours. Now 2 am. The hostess was rude shoving me out the door even though I was there at 1:58. You used to be a fun place to go to or take newbies and out of towners to. Surly hostesses are gonna keep me away from this mediocre, overpriced late night grub. I ended up buying some pancakes and making my own omelette at home. Here's a newsflash. You don't keep customers with craptastic front of house service like that. Pros: interesting decor, formerly late night diner Cons: surly hostess, mediocre food more
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I know you're hungry, but keep driving 8/14/2009

The omelets were tasty, and more than I could finish. But I could not get over thinking ""I could EASILY make this at home for 1/10th of the price!"" as I ate . . . and I could have had it in more comfort. The chairs are not comfortable, and even the decor is disturbing. I brought my little brother and sister with me. They couldn't even use the bathroom because of the creepy painted mannequin in the bathroom. Pros: Large portions Cons: Overpriced food, Distracting/Disturbing decor more
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Leave the Harbor and You Won't Be Disappointed 11/6/2008

After eating in several Fry-Fests, we were looking for a kid-friendly restaurant with a diverse menu. Paper Moon has vegetarian offerings and great kid food. The atmosphere is terrific, you won't get tired of checking out the walls & ceiling, be sure to visit the restrooms! The service was great, very accomodating. Pros: Bean Sprouts!! Cons: Ok, the kids wanted crayons more
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In response to the comment/review below 7/29/2008

The Web site, papermoondiner24 dot com, while possibly down for a day or two a while ago, is currently up and running. The diner has definitely not gone out of business, although the hours have changed. Last seating is now 12 a.m. on Sunday-Thursday, and 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. more
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As of July 9, 2008, The Papermoon's web site is no longer up/running 7/9/2008

Just saw television program on the Travel Channel that included The Papermoon Diner, so I thought would cross-reference with CitySearch and Trip Advisor. more
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A Baltimore Staple Worth Trying... Once 11/5/2007

I work/have lived in Baltimore for years and was asked by an out-of-towner where he should visit while in town. Paper Moon. To me, it is a representative microcosm on the city - shocking, a little trashy, a little scary (depending on what time of nite you show up), filled with ornery characters, both working behind and seated at the counter. Everyone is just trying to make a buck. Pros: Free Parking, 24 Hour Service Cons: Dangerous Neighborhood, Long Waits for 24 hr. Spot more
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way over priced 8/23/2007

I've been eating at paper moon for the past ten years and have continued to go regularly despite the ever increasing prices. I should have listened to my many friends who have already sworn off of the expensive, slow, paper moon, and who told me I was crazy to keep going there. But, I like the food so I go... not any more, why? Well, I ordered carry out yesterday and..... 8 dollars for a grilled cheese sandwich!!!!!!! Thats two pieces of bread and two slices of cheese and 9 french fries (I was so mad I counted)!!!! Pros: open late Cons: very very expensive more
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Either practices descrimination or simply gives THE WORST service in Baltimore. 4/15/2007

I think, for the first time in my life, I've been discriminated against. more
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spotty, definitely has character... 2/12/2007

i will say this, the place is interesting to look at. sometimes i find myself going there because everything else in baltimore seems to close way too early for my tastes...despite my bad experiences i keep returning. Pros: vegetarian options, hipster atmosphere (is that a pro or con?) Cons: food-related illness, terrible service, overpriced more
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Unique atmosphere and pretty good food 1/28/2007

Paper Moon is a landmark of sorts: a 24-hour diner with a large, eclectic menu and a lurid, eclectic atmosphere. It's popular among late-night diners making their way home from the bars, and late-morning diners shaking off their hangovers. The food is mostly standard diner fare - breakfast, sandwiches, salads, a few homestyle entrees - with what you might call a California twist, and a respectable selection of vegetarian items. Every surface in the place is covered with weird, arty junk sculpture - antique fans and radios, vintage dolls, and all kinds of other garage-sale scores - jutting out at improbable angles. The menus are adorned with handmade collages of old pulp novel artwork, Mormon Tabernacle Choir album covers, and other kitschy ephemera. It's sort of like being in your grandmother's attic on acid. The aesthetic even spills out to the building's exterior, which is painted in vibrant, clashing colors and adorned with haphazardly placed mannequins (and a toilet). If you're interested in a sublime culinary experience, Paper Moon probably isn't what you're looking for, but if you want a supremely funky place to get some decent pancakes after a beer-soaked evening at the Ottobar, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better place. more
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Worst Anything in town 12/3/2006

Ok,when this place first opened it was good. WAS..... This place now STINKS. The food is not good, the staff is the worst, the people at the DMV are more friendly. They have no CLUE what they are doing. I waited 25 minutes for water............lets not even talk about how long the food took,the it was cold. And it is so over priced. If you are hungry at 3am you have a better chane with the 7-11 pizza acrossed the street. Just don't go it is a waste of you time,money and taste. Oh and I live just a few blocks away. Pros: There are none Cons: Way to many to list more
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Dumb and dumber 11/19/2006

Decorated sinks and urinals notwithstanding, this dump is about as interesting as beige wallpaper. The food is atrocious and over priced, the staff witless and without charm. If someone you know likes this landfill, then you have absolute proof that they are insane. Cons: Every thing about the place more
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CHEAP EATS!!! 7/10/2005

When I was in my 20's(a while ago) the Papermoon was a great cheap place to eat. But in the past year the prices are out of hand and the service is non existant. The food is hit or miss. I only take my out town friends there for a coffee and pie at the counter because the decor is pretty wild. Pros: Parking available Cons: Bad service, Overpriced more
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Pretty Good 1/8/2005

They used to sell beer and ""whine"" but I guess not anymore. Interesting staff. You do not get just one server. Staff can be a little aloof. Food is good but I do not agree that it is cheap. Lots of vegetarian. Gets a bit wild at times after the bars close. Pros: vegetarian food, parking, 24 hours more
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generally good 12/27/2004

the atmosphere is fun, but the service is lacking. the staff is often rude and forgetful, and you will often wait a long time before your food is served, especially during late night and weekend breakfast hours. food is generally good, and restaurant always draws a crowd, esp. after 2am. convenient, with a different atmosphere. lots of vegetarian options. Pros: fun atmosphere, good food, great breakfast Cons: , rude waitstaff more
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You just HAVE to go here! 6/10/2004

Travelling to Baltimore from Atlanta Iwanted to find an original, hometown place to eat- and CitySearch found it for me! Papermoon Diner is the coolest place I've been to in a long time. The atmosphere is amazing! I found myself snapping pictures of old Transformers, mannequins decorated with green plastic army men, flowers planted in old sinks, original art and much, much more! And the food was excellent, to boot! (I would suggest one of their many quesadillas) Definitely a place I would go back to. Pros: Eclectic atmosphere, Friendly employees, Tasty, tasty food! more
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A PLACE WITH ODDLES OF PERSONALITY 2/7/2003

THE PAPERMOON SITS JUST BLOCKS AWAY FROM JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY. THEY HAVE SOME OF THE MOST ECCLECTIC DECOR IN THE BALTIMORE METRO AREA. ANOTHER INTERESTING FEATURE IS THE ONLY WHOLE NUMBERS MENU. THEY GET AN A FOR AMBIENCE. THEY ALSO HAVE A GOOD SELECTION AND CATER WELL TO VEGETARIANS AND HEALTH FOOD EATERS. ALL THAT SAID,,, THE PRICES COULD USE SOME WORK. THEY ARE A TAD PRICEY FOR A LITTLE JOINT. Pros: FUN, TASTY, OUTSIDE OF THE BOX Cons: LITTLE EXPENSIVE, OFTEN CROWDED, INCONVENIENT LOCATION more
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Editorial

  • The Scene
    Pez dispensers, Barbie dolls and mannequins with and without arms are just some of the eclectic items that make this 24-hour restaurant such serious fun. The small space is...

  • 1/27/2004 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Sun - Thu, 7am - midnight (last seating); Fri - Sat, 7am - 2am (last seating
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Remington
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