Mal's Diner - Vale

Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 read more Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20

The burgers and fries are to die for. Well worth the money!! Service was great, friendly, courteous, and quick. Will be back..... Service: Take out Meal type: L... read more The burgers and fries are to die for. Well worth the money!! Service was great, friendly, courteous, and quick. Will be back..... Service: Take out Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Beer Battered Onion Rings and Fries, Mushroom Swiss Burger

This used to be a Dairy Queen until corporate interests tried to take over from the owner. Thankfully, it's now Mal's, and we actually prefer it! This spot feel... read more This used to be a Dairy Queen until corporate interests tried to take over from the owner. Thankfully, it's now Mal's, and we actually prefer it! This spot feels like a classic 50s diner—a true burger joint. They offer delicious burgers, sandwiches, ice cream, and milkshakes, along with beer, and everything we've tried has been great. You know what to expect when you visit; it’s not fancy, but Mal's is a local favorite where the community gathers for a quick bite and a chat. If you're looking for a reliable burger joint, Mal's is the place to go. They also have some standout specialties that are always a satisfying choice.

I 'm an Air Force veteran, globetrotter, and trained chef, with more than two decades of experience in the restaurant industry. From my beginnings as a short or... read more I 'm an Air Force veteran, globetrotter, and trained chef, with more than two decades of experience in the restaurant industry. From my beginnings as a short order cook in my grandfather 's cafe in the mountains of central Idaho, to the beaches of St. Johnsand the Michelin star rated Stone Terrace as part of the team who served one of my personal hero 's Muhammad Ali. My firsttrip to Vale, Oregon uncovered for me an absolute gem in Mal 's Diner. In the middle of a long road trip, and after an evenlonger night, I walked into an immediate throwback to my Grandads 1950 's era soda-fountain cafe. From the everyone is familyatmosphere, down to the stainless-steel dining bar records on the wall, to the ladies who greeted me with smiles and anattitude that they had known me for years. I just knew when I gave my name it wouldn 't be forgotten. The next day Emma and Mic,(the cook) served me a burger and hand cut fries that was easily the best burger that I have eaten in a half decade. This wasnot a small burger served in a plastic basket and paper, but 2 heaping double 1/4 lb. patties with thick sliced bacon smotheredin American cheese. I did not come up for breath until I had devoured the entire plate. (With no small urge to lick the plate).After I had regretfully completed my feeding frenzy, I was pleasantly surprised to find other similarities on the menu that Ihad not seen since I worked my grandfather 's flat top grill it filled up my heart as much as an already FULL belly... itemslike Moose and Elk burger specials, Rocky Mountain Oysters and items such as Kangaroo, Ostrich and even Alligator for the moreadventurous diner. Make no mistake, if you are looking to shed a few pounds, you might want to try further afield, but if youare looking for a fully satiated appetite, a completely satisfied pallet, and an atmosphere that invites you back with smilesand a yearning to see what 's next with zero doubt that they can deliver, then you can do far worse than M

If you're in Vale, this is a good place to eat. I was in a group of 7 people and we all got something different, yet everyone cleaned up and enjoyed the food. M... read more If you're in Vale, this is a good place to eat. I was in a group of 7 people and we all got something different, yet everyone cleaned up and enjoyed the food. My only suggestion is that the salads have spring mix or even romaine lettuce instead iceberg.