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    Maplewood Diner

    2.5 (115 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Desserts, Salad
    Open 8:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Mickey Pancake (kid's menu)
    Rose C.

    Came here for breakfast with family on a saturday morning. It was relatively empty so we were seated right away. Our server, Tina, was really nice especially with my niece. She gave her a picture and crayons to color. There was quite a bit of a wait for our food. But the food was good and were nice portions. They have a parking lot specifically for the diner. The staff was kind and helpful. I wouldn't mind getting breakfast here again. I would suggest you just order ahead & do take out if you're in a rush.

    Chicken and Waffle
    Alvin M.

    Local diner serving very affordable food with large portions. The chicken and waffles and omelettes are my usual breakfast favorites here. The staff are very nice and refill your coffee often.

    Got grape jelly for our burger and chicken wrap. Perfect!
    Krista B.

    This is an awful diner. We have ordered takeout from here whenever we aren't in the mood for much and just want something basic. The food is consistently lackluster, but edible. Today, however, was the final straw. I ordered the chicken Philly cheesesteak wrap, hold the peppers and NO SIDE OF FRIES; they are always undercooked and terrible and just go straight in the trash. Of course, the (extremely greasy) wrap was full of green peppers (an unholy act for a PHILLY cheesesteak plus I despise green bell peppers) and there's a big pile of gross halfway-cooked fries I didn't want. But it gets worse. My partner's Taylor Ham and egg burger.... wanna guess? ... was just a grilled burger patty with cheese on a bun. No Taylor ham, no fried egg. The lettuce and tomato was wrapped separately in tin foil, so at least they gave him something to put on the burger. There was also a separately-wrapped pickle, but he didn't get his side of cole slaw at all. Looking at that sad display, I said never again. I'd rather eat taquitos and dried-up pizza slices from under the heat lap at a 7-11 before eating from the Maplewood Diner again.

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    Marcus S.

    Came here late night and as expected it was empty. The waitresses on duty were really friendly and expectedly were pretty attentive since it was pretty dead, except for a few straggler other patrons coming in for small orders. I got two shakes, a vanilla and then a strawberry and neither of them were stellar. I'm giving the benefit of the doubt since it is a diner and have heard that of the three diners in Maplewood (the other two being Parkwood and Maple Leaf) this is the lesser of the 3. The Vanilla shake was alright and the strawberry one was just eh. The cherries were a nice touch but they were those kind out of a jar were also eh, but did make for nice presentation. My biggest gripe is I found that for how the milkshakes were, and at a diner they were a bit expensive. About $5 bucks each I find that a bit high especially since I've had much better and cheaper at other restaurants and diners. Perhaps I'll find myself here again, but I think I'll skip the milkshakes and try the other usual diner fare.

    Steak and shrimp
    Rotta K.

    Really enjoyed my dinner! Service were very friendly. Food were delicious. Place was very clean!

    Homefries with onions and peppers $5.57 ..........
    Stephanie S.

    Called in to get homefries with onions and peppers this morning ... menu says $3.95 got there and was charged $5.57 ... for just homefries ... apparently onions and peppers are extra. Extra is ok but $6 for just homefries? Not even a sausage added in? No ma'am. I've been here several times they are really over priced.. the food is just ok. Pros: Waitresses are very nice. Place is clean. Never crowded. That's it... Update: I keep trying to give this place a chance but hell no.. overpriced as hell!!!! This half containehour of homefries was $6. Are you serious?!! Will NEVER return.

    a plate of meat and onion rings

    We paid approximately $80 for food we had to throw away! It was horrible. The steak was leather and the shrimp were old. This is our third try with them. Only 1 meal was decent. We ordered clam linguine and they had none. When we called they said Door Dash gave them permission to change the order...and it was more money!

    Ordered a grilled cheese from Maplewood Diner via Uber Eats and it came with a side of hair. They were no help with a refund or remaking it

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    Absolutely perfect for breakfast...and lunch. Service with a smile. When I'm in the area, I usually eat there.

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    Food was ordinary. While the service and ambience is good, the food was significantly better with the old ownership.

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    Had a cheesesteak that was awesome. Great service from the waitress Tia. Will be back soon

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    Didn't get half my order but made some decent food for lunch very quick. Fries were a little soggy but my panini was good.

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    The service was beyond kind. I ordered a jerk chicken gyro with tons of veggies and they obliged…read morelight sauce. This is not where u go for portion control lol. I'm realizing one gyro is for two sittings yet I.. shamefully ate the whole thing. Now I understand why they mentioned a gyro could be 45g of protein. Anywho... what's good about the jerk chicken is although there is some smoke and heat flavor it's not "sweet" just maybe a slight hint that u can barely tell which I love because I don't like sweet meat much... also it doesn't feel heavily salted so u might want to add salt but it's perfect for someone watching their sodium intake! There r some tables inside and u can take out. And of course the spot is halal.

    During my visit, I experience good customer service; an employee is kind and helpful with…read morenavigating the menu. For the most part, I opt for Vegan options. Being hungry, looking for a high protein lunch in the area, I buy the gyro with lamb inside and jerk chicken on the side. The lamb bits are on the drier side overall though the side carrying seasoning of the bits contains the stronger flavor. I prefer juicier softer lamb with light herbal seasoning and dashes of olive oil with lemon spritz. The jerk chicken is tasty, somewhat juicy, with a light though detectable seasoning. The wrapping is on the drier side though the salad mixture adds moisture to the meal overall aside from any oil. The syrup-y sauce does not seem necessary with the meal. There is seating for about 12 people. Chill vibes. The establishment accepts different forms of payment.

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    Jerk Chicken Gyro halfway thru loaded!

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    Delicious food, bright and relaxed atmosphere, and great service all around. Artie's is a fantastic…read morefamily-friendly restaurant that not only specializes in wood-fired pizzas but also baked goods like breads and pastries. I always love trying something off their seasonal pizza menu; during my most recent visit, I loved their maple bacon pizza, which had the perfect balance of sweet and savory. They don't accept reservations, so expect it to be pretty busy, especially during the weekends. Note that they also only have a limited cold food menu during the off hour between lunch and dinner.

    Second time coming here. And it was even better than the first! I had come here during the day to…read morehave some of their breakfast goods, which were yummy. So, I decided to give it a try for dinner. They don't accept reservations. I arrived around 6:30 pm on a Friday to avoid crazy wait times, but still had to wait ~40 minutes. It didn't feel very long since the waiting area has a mobile wine/beer bar outside & you're able to order drinks from the restaurant as well while you wait. I didn't come with kids, but I saw a lot of families waiting. It was a kid friendly space. The inside was quite dim & it kept getting dimmer as the night progressed. I didn't love this, but it didn't bother me as much either. Pizza was delicious, and the bread tasted very fresh. The pictures show an individual pizza size, which we were told might not be big enough to share, but we made it work amongst 3 girls. Service was fast - I assume since they're trying to free up tables quickly. I'd recommend going at a non-peak time if you don't like to wait, but definitely worth a try even if for takeout!

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    4.8(41 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    I ordered a small portion of chicken bites, and it turned out to be a great surprise. The outside…read morewas coated with a layer of chili powder that smelled incredibly fragrant. Once you bite into it, the chicken isn't mushy at all -- you can actually see the fibers, and it's very juicy and tender. The seasoning is well done and not overly salty. I went with their house sauce, which has a slightly pickled chili vibe -- mildly sour, a bit spicy, and with a unique aroma that's hard to describe but really enjoyable. The fried chicken burger was also impressive -- definitely shows some skill in execution. One unexpected highlight was the cornbread. I usually don't enjoy cinnamon-flavored desserts, but this one grew on me quickly. The texture was excellent, and it ended up being a pleasant surprise. Service was great -- the staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and comfortable. Overall, a small spot but a really enjoyable visit. Would come back.

    GEM IN MAPLEWOOD! BEST CHICKEN & WAFFLES I EVER HAD! The waffle was cake like and to die for! I…read moreordered my chicken mild spicy, but it was spicier than I anticipated. It had an excellent flavor, and the breading tasted amazing! The breading was crispy and the chicken was thick and juicy! It was juicy all the way throughout the chicken tender! My husband ordered the fried chicken sando, and he loved it! The sandwich was huge as well! The fries he ordered with it was perfectly seasoned. We both left happy and with full bellies. Barn Bird chicken is a must visit and definitely worth the drive to go! It's a small place with a few tables to sit and eat. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BARN BIRD KITCHEN IN MAPLEWOOD!

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    Neat and clean

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    Maplewood Diner - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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