Great place. Nice diverse selection and always a very…read morecompetent server. Bartender makes good drinks. Has a diner feeling with booths and layout and menu - and that isn't a negative!

I'm definitely a regular when it comes to Kristy's, it makes me sad to see the decline in service…read moreand ordering to pick up. This isn't our first bad experience, usually something is missing from the order baked potato once , dessert, salad dressing, and there amazing bread but this time it was the whole base of my meal. How do you give someone chicken Francese with no pasta or rice!? My husband always orders the spinach pie and we received something like frozen spanakopita nothing like spinach pie you can see my past orders. I called the lady told me we changed the menu. Change the menu? Does that mean every dish is different from it's name? I'm glad I payed for a side of spinach because my meal would have been blah!look at my picture and tell me if it's me expecting something that is completely different without telling me when I ordered.

This was our first time here and all I can say is Wow. This restaurant is hidden away in a small…read moreplaza and it's truly a gem. The place is cozy, dimly lit, but yet perfect for date nights or a family dinner. We arrived half hour after they opened and I'm glad we did because when we left there was a long wait outside. Their menu is simple, but does offer a variety of food. We ordered: -sourdough toast with ricotta, pistachios and honey -NY strip steaks -toffee sticky pudding Our server Jackie was so friendly as was the rest of the staff. I can see why it was so packed. We will definitely return.

Wow, this place did not disappoint. One of the best dinners I have had in a long time. Casual…read moreplace, amazing food. I couldn't believe this place was as good as the reviews and it's actually even better. Touché. Wish they took reservations though.

Stopped in for a prime rib sandwich and a Guiness on a Wednesday night. This place has that…read morefriendly neighborhood feel. The karaoke was entertaining. I expected to see more younger folks singing but it was mostly a Boomer night. Service is always great and tonight was no different. My only (recurring) complaint is how does a place that prides itself as an Irish Pub serve ICE COLD Guiness. I knew this from past experiences, so I ordered a Guiness with my martini and let it sit a good twenty minutes but it was still cold by the time our dinners were served. Bar seats were at a premium until after the dinner rush. Then it opened up a bit. Pool table is always busy when I have been there. Im sure we will return, but Im not sure I will order any more Guiness until they get serious about serving a proper stout.

Stopped in on Christmas Eve with my uncle who has lived in the area for 30 years, but had never…read morebeen, and we were both impressed. Most impressive was the service. We were greeted and sat by a pretty young lady named Kat (I'm just guessing that it's spelled with a 'K'), who said she was tired and at the end of her shift, but was still full of energy and very sweet. She went on to answer our questions about the seafood bar and about the menu too... The seafood bar was small but full of great seafood choices! The interior was fitting for the area, well lit, had wood paneling, a large bar and plenty of seating. Also, since it is a bar, the urinals were made from old kegs... A cool addition and an 'up cycle' idea. Food... I was hoping for some Irish dishes, but because they closed early for the holiday, they kept the menu limited, so I opted for the next best thing, a big ol' burger, salad, and a bowl of clam chowder, which is not common where I live. The clam chowder was full of clams and vegetables, but not tomatoey at all. It tasted as good as it looked. The side salad was large, fresh and refreshing. My burger was just how I like it... Thick, juicy, flavorful, and spicy! I order mine med rare, Blackened, with jalapeños, bacon and cheddar, lettuce, tomato and onions on top, then add hot sauce. I will definitely go back the next time I'm in the area and try some other things.

Diner - coffee shop in Manahawkin. Went for breakfast on Memorial Day holiday. No waiting, got…read moreseated quickly. The vibe is typical coffee shop. Breakfast menu with variety of Pancakes, French Toast, Waffles, choice of Omelette Combinations. Kids menu kind of pricey around $8 for a single waffle served with a drink. Pancakes were big and fluffy, just perfect. Waffles and French Toast came with powdered sugar - so if you prefer no powdered sugar, say so upfront. Husband ordered a bacon, cheese omelette with well done has browns. He loved it. Monte Cristo sandwich loaded with turkey and ham. Just the right savory and sweet on French toast. Service was alright. Had to ask for things but when asked it was responsive. Just kind of wished they could anticipate rather than have to ask for stuff like more napkins, to go box, check. A decent place to eat for breakfast.

Came here with my parents for a late lunch. It was a nice clean place with friendly staff greeting…read moreyou at the door. Our waitress was very nice and bubbly. The early bird specials had a few choices to pick from. All were $14.95. It comes with a soup or salad, a soda and a dessert. The cream of turkey soup was very delicious tasted like a liquid thanksgiving. Definitely a go to when you come here. The chicken parm was ok. The sauce was on the sweet side they didn't give much sauce either. Definitely had better chicken parm from other places. But good for the price. The fish and chips were good. Had a nice crunch with moist flaky fish in the middle. The fries were also good as well. The chicken stir fry was the best tasting dish chicken was tender and moist with a variety of vegetables over rice tossed in a light teriyaki sauce. Flavorful and tasty. The portion sizes are perfect they give you a lot. Great place for a low budget meal. Would love to come back and try other menu items.

I Googled "best club sandwich in Forked River" and this place popped up. Friendly waitstaff and…read morerelatively quick service! With all the decorations on the wall it was an interesting place! Would definitely go back, can't wait to try out the other things on their menu.

Friendly and efficient service. The menu was huge! Delicious breakfast, never an empty coffee cup…read more Cute atmosphere! I'll be back for more pancake lasagna.

OMG! Somebody call Guy Fieri, this diner is small but mighty. You might miss it, on the opposite…read moreend of a strip mall from a 7-11, and that would be a shame. You don't want to miss the funky and eclectic offerings and "if you're here you're family" atmosphere. Our first visit was for a late breakfast at about 11am on a rainy Sunday of a holiday weekend, so it wasn't surprising that the was a short wait. When the hostess said 20-30 minutes someone else in line immediately responded "it's worth the wait" and I agree. I had the The Waffle Slamwich "alternating layers of bacon, sausage, pork roll, egg & cheese between Belgian waffles with bourbon butter maple syrup." I ordered has browns because I saw an order come out and they looked really good. They were, but we're also unnecessary. The Slamwich was more than enough and I'm a big eater. My wife had French toast and a side of bacon. The portion was also generous but she ate it all som it must have been good. I forgot to ask because I was so busy enjoying the many flavors of my meal. The sweetness of the waffle and syrup perfectly offsetting the salty breakfast meats. Coffe was good, too, and obviously fresh. And my cup was 'magically' refilled every time I set it down. We're planning a trip back for lunch...but not today...still full. Guy says "if it's funky I'll find it" but do yourself a favor and find Lacy Diner first, before word gets around, or you might not get a seat.

My boyfriend and I came here for the first time today, and by the end of our meal we both…read moreagreed--this is our new go-to breakfast spot! From the moment we walked in, the counter staff greeted us warmly and let us pick our seats. The diner itself is charming, decorated with a fun I Love Lucy theme that gives it a cozy, nostalgic vibe. The menu has all the diner classics you'd hope for, plus some creative twists (fried PB&J, anyone?). They also offer a rotating specials menu, which keeps things exciting. I ordered the coffee flight, funnel cake French toast, home fries, and bacon. The coffee flight alone was worth the trip--delicious flavors, beautifully presented, and only $8.99. The funnel cake French toast was light, airy, and cooked to perfection--it really felt like I was eating a funnel cake for breakfast. My boyfriend went for the country fried chicken with gravy and biscuits, and it was equally delicious. Throughout our visit, the staff checked in often and made us feel like family. We noticed they seemed to know every regular by name, and there were plenty coming in during the short time we were there--a sure sign of a beloved local spot. We'll absolutely be back, and we highly recommend The Lacey Diner to anyone in the area looking for a great breakfast experience!

Such a cute little diner serving all the classic comfort breakfast favorites! We stopped in early…read moreon a Sunday morning around 6 AM and grabbed a cozy corner booth. When we arrived, only a couple of other guests were inside, but the place filled up quickly within the hour -- clearly a popular local spot. There are about eight small booths plus counter seating, and service was friendly and fast. I ordered the breakfast sampler (French toast, bacon, sausage, eggs, and toast) with a chocolate milk, and my boyfriend had the same. Everything was cooked perfectly and reasonably priced -- our total was only $33 for both! You can tell this place has a loyal crowd of regulars, and we noticed quite a few people coming in for takeout, too. If you're looking for a cozy, no-frills diner with good food and friendly vibes, definitely give this little gem a try!

Every time we are in nj we love going to diners. I actually used to waitress here years ago. The…read morepork roll egg and cheese is a must. It's a jersey thing you wouldn't understand if you're not from the area. My hubby loved his omlette and the homefries were just like my momma used to make.

I ordered the chicken and broccoli scampi over rice, which was delicious…read more The waitress was very professional and attentive. Nice atmosphere. If I'm ever in the area again, I will definitely eat here again.

Classic Jersey diner with good food and this morning's waitress came from the school of toss the…read morefood at them, be short with them, and slam the bill on the table waitressing. And, no I am not awarding four stars for the service approach towards diners ... she did refill my coffee mug once and then surprisingly just took the creamers away without asking (I drink my coffee black but she didn't know that.). Clearly she has favorites because the guy in the booth next to me got the lovey-dovey "hon" treatment. The Sand Castle has a feeling of having been worn down by the waves through the years type of place because many of the booth chairs and counter chairs exhibit wear and even more than a few tears. On a cold November Saturday morning I could feel the chill as I sat in my booth sipping my coffee (And, I wasn't anywhere close to the front door.). So onto the four stars ... but don't say I didn't warn you about service and ambiance. Well, it feels like a shore diner and I like that feel but yea worn out a bit. Quite awhile ago stopped by for dinner and the food was really good with lots of tempting options. I always judge diners by their soup and the soup was top notch! Our meals were enjoyable at a reasonable price. And, then I just forgot to review the diner. But decided to return for breakfast today after a long Friday night. Coffee arrived promptly and was really decent coffee but the amazing part of my breakfast was how quickly the really wall prepared omelette was served. It was like in the blink of any eye and for many a promptly delivered breakfast meal is a real plus (I appreciated it!!!!). Although the waitress really didn't want to be bothered with me the rather short diner breakfast menu had the classics and that quickly prepared omelette was a tasty WESTERN. The homefries were really good ... actually they were great even without onions in them (Waitress never asked if I'd like onions and rushed away so I didn't ask but these potatoes didn't need onions.). Toast was toast and the jam/jelly selection was universally grape jelly with one orange marmalade. A very good breakfast and I wasn't here to make friends just to warm up ooops ok, so I didn't warm up but the coffee helped, and to do some work. Still worth the food if you're in the neighborhood!

Everything is ALWAYS HOT when served to the table!!! I've been going here for breakfast for years…read moreand love love love the sausage links! Can't find them at any other diner around here!!! Definitely 's!!!!

Classic home cooked breakfast- real diner food…read more Service is good- prices are fair Could use an upgrade on the lunch menu Girls work hard to keep you happy

We've been here quite a bit. For lunch and occasionally dinner. Everything we've ordered has been…read morevery good. Of course some better than others but overall very good. The place is clean with a cool vibe and our service has always been quick and attentive.

Loved our visit to 39° North Diner! Fresh, abundant food, the crab cake avocado toast and Greek…read moresalad with salmon were both excellent. Alyssa was an amazing server, the remodel looks fantastic, clean bathrooms and easy parking. A great experience all around.