About Us

We are Southends biggest licenced American 1950s diner specialising in all sorts of american food, desserts, cocktails and milkshakes.

Open 6 days a week serving locally sourced British produce to the highest standard at affordable prices. Everything from our menu is fresh and made to order.

From meat lovers to vegans we have something for everyone.

We cater for small and large bookings, holding upto 70 people. All occasions catered for.

Being a family run diner all feedback is appreciated to help us grow and improve our business.

Food Menus

Drink Menus

Challenges

Who would like to take on our breakfast challenge?

If challenge is completed you get the meal for FREE and a Special Grumpy Diners Winner Mug

This is a single person challenge and have to be booked in advance on 01702 616831

Mac Attack

(Available in Gluten Free)

You have 45 minutes to complete this beast of a challenge which consists of 2kg Mac N Cheese, 500g BBQ Pulled Chicken , 500g Grumpy's Chicken Strips, 2 Garlic Bread Baguettes

49.95









Big Daddy Challenge

(Available in Vegetarian and Vegan)

You have 30 minutes to complete this breakfast which consists of 4 x sausages, 6 x streaky bacon, 4 x hash browns, 2 x grilled tomatoes, 4 x eggs, 2 x bubble, 4 x black pudding, 4 x pancakes mushrooms, beans and 4 x slices of bread and butter or toast with a mug of tea or coffee

24.99









The Boss Dog Challenge

(Available in Vegetarian and Vegan)

You have 25 Minutes to complete this challenge which consists of a 2 layered Hotdog. Bottom layer is 2 hotdogs in a bun topped with streaky bacon, American cheese and fried onions Top layer is 2 hotdogs in a bun topped with chilli, streaky bacon, nacho cheese and crispy onion bits served with fries and 16 onion rings

30.00









Are You Up to The Challenge?

Think your big appetite is large enough, watch the videos below..

Party Packages

Below are our own party packages. We are proud to announce that we are now also collborating with Sugar Sweet Candyland who's packages are also listed below

Grumpy's Party Packages

Available Tuesday to Sunday

Bookings of 20 adults or more can choose from our Main Menu or Set menu

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Grumpy's Silver Party Package

Minimum of 6 kids

Package includes childs meal, milkshake, build your own sundae, refillable jugs of squash, colouring/activity sheet/table decorations/banners

£12pp

Grumpy's Gold Party Package

Minimum of 6 kids

Package includes child's meal, milkshake, build your own sundae, refillable jugs of squash, personalised American flag birthday cake, sweet cone party bag, colouring/activity sheet/table decorations/banners

£18pp

Reality Bites Party Package

2025 Events

Please see our current events below



Valentines Weekend Deal
14th - 16th February

Check out our Valentine’s Day Weekend with this couple deal. Can’t get a babysitter don’t worry we have included Children’s Meals.

Only £23 per couple. To book please call us on 01702616831 or message us.

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Psychic night with a meal
20th February

We are holding a psychic night at the diner with Spirit and Beyond UK. This is £20 a ticket which includes a meal. Arrive between 6.30pm and 6.45pm.

To book please call us on 01702 616831 or message us.

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Dave Collinson's Human Jukebox
7th March

Join us for a night with Dave for Human Jukebox. We are fully licensed and our main menu will be running for dinner as normal.

£9 per person booking fee. Please call us on 01702 616831 to secure your place.

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Patrick Byrne- Elvis
4th April

Patrick is back. Do not miss this fantastic night. Book Now

£10 per ticket to be paid in advance, you must book in advance to attend this event. Please call the diner on 01702 616831!

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Party with The Hatter
16th April

Are you mad about the hatter or love Alice in wonderland? Our special guest the Hatter will joining us between 2pm - 4pm. Come and join us for an afternoon tea to remember.

Tickets are £20 per person, includes lunch, unlimited squash, tea and coffee. You must book in advance to attend this event. Please call the diner on 01702 616831!



Scott Elvis
23rd May

Join us for dinner and a great night with Scott Elvis singing all your favourite Elvis Songs.

Tickets are £10. To book call us on 01702 616831

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The Satin Dollz
19th September

For the first time we will have The Satin Dollz here at Grumpy’s and we are so excited.

Tickets are £10. Don’t miss out and call us on 01702 616831 to book your space.

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Dave Collinson's Human Jukebox
10th October

Join us for a night with Dave for Human Jukebox. We are fully licensed and our main menu will be running for dinner as normal.

£9 per person booking fee. Please call us on 01702 616831 to secure your place.

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Scott Elvis
28th November

Join us for dinner and a great night with Scott Elvis singing all your favourite Elvis Songs.

Tickets are £10. To book call us on 01702 616831

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The Knightingales
13th December

We are excited for the return of The Knightingales. Our main menu will be running and all food and drinks can be ordered on the night.

This is a booking only event at £10 per person. Call us on 01702 616831 to book your table.

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Let’s Rock N Roll
19th December

Join us for a night with Jayne and Paul Jennings singing Rock n Roll Classics. Dinner and Drinks are ordered on the night from our main menu.

Tickets are £10 per person. If you would like to join us for a great night then call us on 01702 616831.

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Contact Us

Address

759 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2PP

Phone

01702 616831

Follow Us On Instagram

@grumpysdinersouthend