We really enjoyed Matthew's Diner! We had a party of 4 on a weekend day for brunch. We put our…read morenames down and waited 20 minutes. It was worth the wait. I got the French toast and scrambled eggs. Both were very good! It was definitely packed in there, so sometimes we were waiting on water refills. But the wait was not long for the food. I really liked their coffee. We were so hungry that I forgot to take a picture of the food!

With a welcoming, relaxed ambiance, Matthew's Diner recently celebrated its 51st anniversary. It…read moreserves classic diner food. The lack of a kid's menu and slow service put it a bit below other Bergen County diners. Rounded down from 3.5.

This post will be 2 visits in 1. September 12th for a late night dinner & brunch today…read more Both meals were very good. Service is wonderful both times! Fresh & very flavorful. Will definitely be back again! Cool modern vibe with sleek diner feel. Food is listed in pictures.

Perfect "heading-home" diner stop!…read more On our way home from a weekend in New York City, we stopped for brunch at this super cute diner, and it was exactly what we needed. The interior felt nostalgic and cozy, like a classic diner time capsule--in the best way. The menu is huge, with something for everyone, and our waitress was attentive, engaging, and genuinely lovely. Bonus points for service that makes you feel welcome without hovering. Portions? Absolutely massive. Every single one of us ended up taking food home--no regrets there. I ordered the chicken portobello wrap: great flavor overall, though it leaned a little dry. My sister-in-law went with the chicken cutlet sandwich, which was tasty but had a bit too much bread for the amount of chicken. Minor notes aside, if you love a true diner experience--big menu, big portions, friendly service, and that nostalgic vibe--this place is a solid stop and easy to recommend!

My experience at the new Abbie's Diner this morning was excellent. Service was top notch, very kind…read moreand attentive staff. The food was very good and very reasonable. The coffee was excellent. The ambiance is great because it reminds me of the original Abbie's Diner but with some new renovations. Overall, my experience was a 10/10!

If you're looking for an amazing breakfast you have arrived at the right place come to Abbie's…read moreDiner! Two dollar cup of coffee six dollar egg sandwiches $12 breakfast platters say less. And their lunch wow you'll be shocked at the Cuban sandwich and the Philly cheesesteak, and that burger too!!

Solid diner in the heart of the Ridgewood Central Business District…read more For the longest time, we didn't think a legit diner actually existed in Ridgewood, until some friends whom we dined with told us about the Daily Treat. After a long kids play date at nearby Wild Duck pond, we decided to drop in on a Saturday afternoon at 12:20ish and there were plennnnttty of open tables and seats when we arrived. Although the restaurant doesn't say diner anywhere, the menu is as classic diner as it gets. There's a heavy emphasis on the all-day breakfast menu, but they serve your typical salads, paninis, wraps, triple decker sammies, burgers and hodgepodge of entrees. On our 1st trip here, we ended up getting our kids the kids mac and cheese and kids pancakes. Although I didn't try much of it, I took a few taste test bites, which were decent. Nothing about it blew me away, but it was what it was. As for my wife, she ordered the Shrimp, Avocado, Roasted Corn Salad and she thoroughly enjoyed it, but, once again, I didn't really have at it, so can't give an honest review on it. As for me, I got an Omelette with Home Fries and Toast during our 1st meal here. The reason I don't specify it is because my omelette ended up getting swapped with a friend of ours. This was no fault of the restaurant's though as our friend claimed my omelette without confirming it was the right order, which ended up leaving me with his omelette. Bottom line, the omelette I ended up eating was still solid. I probably would have enjoyed it more though if I got the order I was anticipating, but, nevertheless, it was still good. Our waiter was friendly and handled our orders like a champ. In fact, he kept separate bills for us on the side just in case we wanted to split the bill, which we did! So job well done by him. There is NO DOUBT we'll be back now that we're aware an actual diner is located in Ridgewood since we 1) love going to Ridgewood to eat and (2) we absolutely loveeee diners.

I would never eat here again. If a diner-type place serves a lousy BLT in tomato season in NJ-due…read moreto super mushy tomatoes-forget about it. Looked good. Not good. Grilled cheeses for others, ok. French fries, ok. Smell of tomato sauce with pasta for a child, terrible. Nice looking interior, but I expect decent food and smells in Ridgewood and throughout NJ. Some of the servers were ok. But I go out to eat with friends and family for food that tastes good. Not so here.

I have been driving past this diner for over a decade, finally got a chance to come here for a…read morebrunch with my family on a Saturday morning. There's parking all around the building. Surprisingly it wasn't super busy, so we got a booth right away. The interior was nice but appeared somewhat dated, one side with all the booths and tables on the other side. They had a bar section with some high chairs as well, but no one was there. I was pleasantly surprised to the menu was only 3 pages, not a whole booklet like some other diners. I ordered the New Yorker Omelette Feast that came with pastrami and corned beef wrapped around the egg, side of home fries and toasts. I liked the taste of this unique dish. Homefries were okay. The toast was good. My daughter got the mickey pancake which was pretty good as well. Our server did a decent job. Staff members were friendly all around. The check needs to be paid at the reception register and there's a 3% surcharge for using credit card. Overall we had a nice family brunch experience and I was relieved to finally dine at Tom Sawyer.

Not the most glamorous diner but the flavor is definitely there. Nice and attentive staff. We were…read moreseated right away. Good came out quickly. I had egg benedict with crab cake. The eggs were perfectly cooked. The yolk was running once I cut it in. I wish the crab cake was thicker tho. Many booths and tables. It's a little old inside. They might need some renovation. But overall a good spot for brunch.

A hidden gem with great options. It was my first time here. I got pancakes with bananas, peanut…read morebutter, and coconut shreds and it was a huge portion but I was expecting it to be a bit sweeter. We also had French toast with sausages which was absolutely delicious, I would come back for that again. We also got grits and cheese which was my first time having it and it was OK. Our waitress was very nice and I truly loved how many options they had.

Came here by myself today to enjoy breakfast. Service was amazing staff greeted me instantly upon…read moreentering and sat me down at my table. My waitress was so sweet and attentive. The monster panini was so delicious and filling! It came with bacon,Taylor ham, sausage and three sunny side up eggs and cheddar cheese! This panini could be easily shared because they were not shy about how much meat was provided! I was very impressed by how tasty it was considering I am not one who enjoys Taylor ham or sausage that much. It was very well cooked and looked amazing as it came to my table! The hash browns were nice and crispy and well cooked. I couldn't finish the whole meal but my waitress made sure to provide me a to-go container. This place has a relaxed, casual vibe. Everytime I've gone I've run into families enjoying meals together or workers catching lunch.

13 years later... Moved away, but moved back to the area and came back…read more It's kinda sad to see the place not as vibrant or as busy as it was back then. The food is still great comfort food and the diner classics are still there. It's not the biggest menu but it does have a wider range than others in the area with probably one of the better all day breakfast menus. It feels like it needs a bit of an update inside and seats/tables some refreshing. Service is not consistent- some days it's excellent and friendly and kind; while other days, my little 7-year nephew wondered where anyone was with his water.

There's no other city in the US quite like New York City. It is the hub of international trade and…read morefinance with the setting for innumerable movies. Unfortunately for Batman fans, that's not where New York's famous "Gotham" nickname was established. The name was popularized by the writer Washington Irving in the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Located off of Broadway in Fair Lawn, we have returned to Gotham City Diner after 4 years for brunch today. Upon entering, my partner and I got a booth by the window with high ceilings, decorated by various NYC subway signs where I recognized having spent years of my life, and huge, nice artwork on the wall. Their menu featured two sides that have a LOT of options without being overwhelming, ranging from breakfast to dinner for everyone. We decided on the 2 Eggs Scrambled with Corned Beef Hash and Short Rib Benny (Eggs Benedict). The food was amazing, with fresh ingredients and tastefully delicious. The portions were generous and the price reasonable. Our service was prompt and friendly; our server was Susana. The gentleman behind the register is always kind and professional. We made small talk about the huge painting on the wall that depicts 3 different places in New Jersey. We continue to recommend.

I had a fantastic meal at Baumgart's Cafe in Ridgewood. The food was incredibly fresh and…read moreflavorful. I ordered the mango shrimp with mixed Chinese vegetables from the healthy menu, and the shrimp were perfectly cooked--fresh, tender, and served in a light, delicious sauce. It was excellent on its own, but dessert took it to another level. The homemade ice cream, topped with freshly whipped cream and real hot fudge and butterscotch, was out of this world! A truly great dining experience from start to finish!

PLEASE READ people of Ridgewood…read more This place denied me service today. I was dressed on my way to a Pride Event. I had a rainbow necklace in my hands, and was wearing a pink light hoodie. Dress pants, dress shoes and light blue polo. Totally appropriate. They told me that they didn't have any coffee. At first this was just weird (the place was virtually empty, and it is a CAFE). I asked if I could use the bathroom, and the lady looked me up and down. Her eyes locked on my rainbow necklace, and she said "you can go across the street." I thought she had to kidding, but as I looked at her I saw an expression that held mild disgust for me on her face. "Public restroom across the street" ( which there isn't...she was directing me to the stop and shop across the street, another business). I couldn't help but understand and feel what she was saying as: We don't want people like you here. Go where you belong. As I walked out I couldn't help but notice the sign they display that says "Ridgewood, There is No Place Like Home." I can't believe this exists in 2025 Ridgewood.

The Ridge Diner recently received a much-needed renovation, and it really shows. The space feels…read morebrighter, cleaner, and more modern, with additional seating that helps when they're busy (which they definitely were during our visit). I came here for a Sunday morning breakfast with family, and as someone with celiac disease, I always pay close attention to gluten-free options. I was pleasantly surprised by how many choices they offer. They have gluten-free pancakes, gluten-free French toast, gluten-free bread (which I had with my omelet), and even gluten-free wraps for sandwiches. It's refreshing to see a diner that clearly put thought into accommodating gluten-free diners. The menu has also expanded overall, with plenty of options for non-gluten-free eaters. I ordered the Southwest omelet with gluten-free toast and was satisfied with my meal. At our table, one family member ordered the stuffed waffle (which looked really good), and another had the short ribs Benedict. The Benedict was tasty, but the English muffin was a bit overcooked and we were expecting a bit more short rib on the plate. Service was attentive despite how busy it was. Our server checked in on us regularly, and when they noticed we were going through a lot of water, they kindly left a pitcher at the table, which was very appreciated. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, especially during peak hours, but they do utilize a nearby convenience store lot for additional parking, which helps. They also have a great-looking dessert case, but we were way too full to try anything this time--hopefully next visit. Overall, this is a solid diner option that works well for families, groups with mixed dietary needs, or even a late-night bite. With a wide-ranging menu and breakfast served all day, there's truly something for everyone.

I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but in this case I felt it was necessary. We…read morestopped in today at 8 AM for a Mother's Day breakfast. It was not crowded when we arrived. The host at the desk didn't even look up for literally three minutes. When he finally did, he was preoccupied a d seemed annoyed with us..he grabbed the menus, brought us to a booth, tossed the menus on the table, and basically walked away. No hello, no Happy Mother's Day, no "your server will be with you shortly." It then took about 20 minutes just to get a cup of coffee and we had to ask to be waited on We placed our food order at the same time, and about 20 minutes later the waitress came back and asked us to confirm what we ordered. Needless to say, everything took forever after that, including getting the check. We were in the diner for about an hour and a half. Everyone understands restaurants can be busy on Mother's Day, but it wasn't busy when we got there, and even when places are busy, no one should be spending an hour and a half in a diner for breakfast. What's disappointing is that this is actually the second time we've been there since the renovation, and unfortunately we had the same experience with the service both times. From now on, we'll gladly take the extra 20-minute ride to the River Edge Diner in River Edge. The service, food, and staff there are excellent, and you actually feel welcome and happy to be there. Food here was OK, but the service and overall experience were disappointing. We will not be going back.