Opening hours
Open now · closes 1:45 AM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
| Saturday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM |
Local time in Worcester: 10:10 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (508) 753-9543 to confirm.
Location & directions
148 Grove StreetWorcester, MA 01605
About Ralph's Diner
Located at 148 Grove Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, Ralph's Diner is a hamburger restaurant. It is one of 150 places to eat and drink we list in Worcester.
Ralph's Diner is open daily, 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM.
Available service options are dine-in. On the menu: hot dogs and American dishes.
Phone: (508) 753-9543.
Quick facts
- Category
- Hamburger Restaurant · Hot Dog, American
- Address
- 148 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605
- Phone
- (508) 753-9543
- Hours
- Open daily, 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 10 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for hamburger restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ralph's Diner’s weekday schedule with 27 other hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 1:45 AM, later than 100% of them (typical closing time: 9:45 PM).
In total it is open about 68.3 hours a week, 4 hours fewer than the local median of 72. 96% of hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Ralph's Diner is one of them.
Compared with 27 other hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 6 menus with 583 priced items from hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.00 and $15.00.
We don’t have Ralph's Diner’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 67% | $11.62 |
| Shirley Temple | 50% | $3.75 |
| Kids Hot Dog | 50% | $8.00 |
| Kids Grilled Cheese | 50% | $8.50 |
| House Salad | 50% | $12.50 |
Calculated from 6 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ralph's Diner there are 10 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 34 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (5), Cafes & Coffee (4), Sandwiches & Delis (3), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (3).
Competition is light: 1 other hamburger restaurant is within a mile. The closest is The Fix Burger Bar, < 0.1 mi away.
12 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanNorthworks Bar & Grille< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeFuel America - Grove Street0.1 mi
- KoreanChick-N-Bap0.4 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'0.4 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexChipotle0.5 mi
What to expect at a hamburger restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ralph's Diner's opening hours?
Open daily, 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Saturday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM; Sunday: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM.
Is Ralph's Diner open on Sunday?
Yes, Ralph's Diner is open on Sundays: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM.
Where is Ralph's Diner located?
Ralph's Diner is located at 148 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605.
What is the phone number of Ralph's Diner?
You can call Ralph's Diner at (508) 753-9543.
Does Ralph's Diner offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ralph's Diner. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Ralph's Diner open late?
Yes – Ralph's Diner is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Ralph's Diner?
There are 34 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ralph's Diner. Nearby options include Northworks Bar & Grille (< 0.1 mi), Fuel America - Grove Street (0.1 mi), and Chick-N-Bap (0.4 mi).
Are there other hamburger restaurants near Ralph's Diner?
1 other hamburger restaurant within a mile. The closest is The Fix Burger Bar, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 6 menus with 583 priced items from hamburger restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.00 and $15.00.
Nearby places
All in Worcester
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