Karen's Diner UK's rudest restaurant is coming back to the West Country

Karen's Diner staff posing with their middle fingers up
At Karen's Diner, you're paying for this -Credit:John Myers


Karen's Diner, the pop-up sensation known for its uniquely brutal dining experience, is marked to make a comeback in the South West. Offerings extend to commendable food - but little else. Visitors are forewarned to prepare for appalling service, abrasive staff and insults so vivid they could make a drill sergeant blush.

For their most recent comeback, Karen's Diner will be welcoming food enthusiasts to Plymouth in Devon at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel for a full weekend from September 14 to 15. Additionally, there are slots available on November 8, 9 and 10, as reports Plymouth Live.

The venue pitches itself as: "A place where you can complain until the cows come home because we literally don't care. You can expect good food, good fun and a dining experience like you've never had before. Let us know if it's your birthday, if your name is Karen and for the love of Karen don't ask to speak to the manager."

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While not suitable for those of a delicate disposition, many locals attended the 2023 pop-up and thoroughly enjoyed their visit. Former PlymouthLive journalist Zhara Simpson was among them, admitting she'd gladly return, despite being derided a psychopath for consuming her burger with cutlery - a fair point to note, one might argue.

The moment from the spin the wheel game I wish I could erase from my memory at Karen's On Tour
The moment from the spin the wheel game I wish I could erase from my memory at Karen's On Tour -Credit:Zhara Simpson

The event organisers said: "A truly authentic Karen's experience, put on by the people who know how to do it best, the OG Karens. With the experience, you will get the classic hat and all the games you will find inside the original diners! The venue will provide incredible food (so we hope), and we will take care of all the insults."

Karen's Diner caters for allergies and has veggie/vegan options. It is noteworthy that the ticket prices cover the meal alone, but drinks can be purchased on the day. But Be aware that tables may be mixed based on the table plan, hence there might be opportunities to meet unfamiliar faces - which could turn out to be exciting or maybe not.

Visit the website to purchase tickets here. Other events are taking place in Romford, Grimsby, Blackpool, Aberdeen, Liverpool, Northampton, Beverley, and Portsmouth