Seaport Diner

Great place for breakfast/lunch. We had the green salad with marinated chicken and the Cuban…read moresandwich with well done fries. Couldn't have been better. Reasonable price. Friendly service. Seek it out if you're in Elizabeth.

My all time favorite diner and people. Good food, good people. Anytime I'm in Elizabeth and have at…read moreleast 30 minutes to spare, especially if I'm hungry, definitely making the stop.

Cranford Station House

4.3(280 reviews)

6.0 mi

Great for breakfast and lunch. Food and service are excellent and prices reasonable!read more

My first time there and had an awesome experience. So good that I will return in a couple weeks!…read moreI had the makings of a Western Skillet but instead of ham,they accommodate me with putting grilled chicken. It came out in a black cast-iron pan. It was excellent!!!! Very flavorful , fresh and cooked perfect. I had home fries with it. They were also very good! I also got peaches and sauce pancakes. It was their special, It was amazing! The pancakes was so light and fluffy. The service was excellent. Very tentative and accommodating to your needs. We also met the Owner whom is active in the restaurant. He was a very nice man...very welcoming and friendly. The staff also. Nice atmosphere, definitely family friendly. All the dishes we seen that came out was large portions and looked really good.

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Churro French Toast

Kitchen 27

4.4(92 reviews)

4.8 mi

As a first time customer I generally observe and access from seating to the check. Menu options was…read morestrike 1 for me when I was told the silver dollar size pancakes are only on the kids menu. Maybe you should consider people's dietary preferences and accommodations, no need to explain. Every restaurant, diner, cafe or place breakfast is served across NJ and beyond have I never been restricted with my options and needs. It's not about the cost because I pay for what I want. I got the regular order because I wanted to be respectful and that is basically what I want on the menu, my side was never received so I had it removed. The taste was actually good but after eating a quarter of one I boxed the rest and gave it to my daughter. Strike 2 was the wait time for our food, two tables after us were served and sizable meals. I ordered Pancakes and water. I ordered an omelette and a cup of coffee, horrible she said. How long do you have to wait for that 30+ minutes. Strike 3 was they seemed more focused on the turn around verses the actual service to seated customers. We weren't the only table. I've shared MY REVIEW......

Cute little spot. The eggs were fresh and well made. The potatoes were good too. They lost a star…read morebecause their coffee machine wasn't working and they couldn't make my specialty coffee.

Nice vibe and modern comfort

Calamari

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The Skyline Diner

3.7(24 reviews)

0.1 mi

The place is a little run down. Reminds me of a dive bar. But wanted to eat at a location that…read moremeans something to the locals. So some friends brought me here. Service was a little shaky at first, but picked up as time went on. Sandwich was hot and freshly made. Seasoned just right and very flavorful. Fries were hot and crispy. No complaints on this. Just some upgrades needed for the restaurant. But if the locals that frequent this place often don't mind, I'm good with it.

Came in around 8pm for a bite to eat. I love diners for the flexibilty of the menu. Service was…read morefast and friendly. Food was made quick and served hot! Love this classic diner and would recommend it any time! Also very affordable. The gyro was $7.75!

Gyro and Silver Dollar Pancakes

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Riverbay Diner

4.8(8 reviews)

1.8 mi

The food was scrumptious! I personally had the chicken wings but didnt take a picture of them!…read more they were delicious and crunchy! I did take a picture of my friend plate in which I ordered a catfish sandwich to go! I will be back soon!!

Found this hidden gem in Elizabeth and it feels like home everytime I walk in. The service here is…read morelike no other they really treat you like family here everyone is friendly and always smiling from the cook to the servers and the hostess down to the security. The food is really made with love here waffles always fresh and nice batter. The fried chicken is nicely seasoned and big in size. They have this mango guava lemonade that is really good and a must and the riverbay tea is as well. They have plenty seating ambiance is very nice clean and organized. I really look forward to trying the dinner menu. Highly recommend

Closed restaurant

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Tropicana Diner and Bakery

3.6(272 reviews)

1.7 mi

Good food, open late. Wish it was 24 hours. Typical NJ diner. Loved every minute of being here.read more

This is a wonderful restaurant with a cheerful atmosphere and extensive menu. When I ordered the…read morespecial, mustard crusted salmon, I didn't realize it came with so much food... I had a Caesar salad and it came with dessert which I gave to my friend (coconut custard pie). I will definitely return. Best part is they stay open when other places are closed.

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Park Diner and Pancake House

3.2(84 reviews)

2.8 mi

I thought the food was okay, nothing special . Prices were kinda high in my opinion..read more

I pulled up craving comfort food and left feeling like I got hugged by the plate. The staff? Warm…read more The vibe? Straight neighborhood love. And the menu has that old-school diner charm but done right. Definitely the kind of spot I'd run back to when I need that reset meal. Good spot! Live, Love & Laugh - Sha

Scrambled eggs and grits

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Cheese Grits

Park Wood Diner

3.9(248 reviews)

5.4 mi

The sun is bright today, the eggs are sunny side up and all is good in the world (mostly), so it's…read morea great start to a nice Saturday with a hearty breakfast! I'm traveling through NJ alone today, so I pull off I-78 in Maplewood and find the Park Wood Diner. This is an old school corner diner with a rear wraparound parking lot that's locally popular. I grab a seat at the counter and start checking out the menu. The breakfast menu card is tabloid sized and filled with choices on both sides and is available all day. I'm afraid to see what the lunch and dinner menu looks like. One of my breakfast favorites is corned beef hash and I get it with 2 eggs sunny side up with home fries and white toast. I love laying the oozy yolk onto a slice of toast and if there's any bread left, use it to sop up any runny yolk left on the plate. Of course, the yolk runs onto the hash and home fries, too. After this leisurely filling breakfast, can I even think about lunch or maybe dinner? I'll have to make a point to come back to see what's in store on the lunch menu. Maybe a pastrami or corned beef on rye or a comforting meatloaf? See you next time!

Two for two..... pleasant staff, perfect amount of selections and great breakfast... You can't go…read morewrong with the Hungry Man breakfast!

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Corner of Springfield Ave & S Pierson Rd in Maplewood

Sunrise Diner

3.2(129 reviews)

4.1 mi

Super nice, convenient usual diner vibes located right off route 28. Always enjoy coming to this…read morediner. The staff are always so friendly and quick. The crowd here is diverse, making everyone feel welcomed and the food is always delicious. Plenty of parking, clean restrooms, and just overall classic diner experience.

When you think of the classic NJ diner experience, you think of a great cup of coffee, friendly…read moreconversation and attentive service - this place checked all three boxes for us. Creative sandwiches, burgers and hot entrees. We had a patty melt and a chicken sandwich - both were well seasoned and cooked well. Fries were crispy, just right. We were too full for dessert but we could see that there were many nice cake and pie selections. Ample parking, and very convenient to both sides of Union County.

Classic diner interior

Blueberry Pancakes with Homemade Compote

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Dreams Restaurant

4.2(10 reviews)

0.5 mi

Food is pretty good but if you're ordering for delivery it's probably going to be wrong. 3 orders…read moredone and 3 times something was missing or they didn't follow directions.

Beautiful stained glass also an old school field as far as Tavern are concerned very friendly. and…read moreservice is great. plenty of TVs to watch your sports.

Bebidas. Tradicional De Colombia

This is a delicious Colombian appetizer chicharrón with arepa papa and lemon

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Bandeja Paisa Un Plato tradicional De Colombia Chicharon-Chorizo-Carne-Arroz Huevos Plátano Maduritos & Arepa +Frijol

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matthew c.

Elite 17

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160

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2 years ago

Finding a good diner in the Northeast can be hit or miss, but this Jersey gem is definitely a hit. I went twice in just a couple of days, and both visits were fantastic. On my first visit, I had the pastrami and eggs hash mix, which was delicious. The second time, I opted for a Greek veggie omelette, and it was excellent. The food here is high-quality and consistent, which is always a good sign. I love the traditional diner vibe, complete with the cooks working right behind the counters. You can see everything going on, adding to the charm. The decor is old-school and low-key, just like a classic diner should be. Parking can be a bit tricky since it's a busy location, but it's worth the effort. If you're in Jersey and looking for a great diner, definitely give this place a try. It's so good I went back twice! read more

Margo A.

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8 years ago

Good food great prices and spectacular service! Our waitress Helen was such a doll, I'd come back just to talk to her again. The manager Rich was super nice as well. A hidden little gem near the Newark Airport! High recommendations!! read more

Julissa L.

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7 years ago

We had to tell somebody to come clean the area that we want to sit at up kept sliding on French fries he can't even wash his hands after he swept the floor eat at your own risk read more

Bella E.

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5

1

11 years ago

Great food , fast, funny, friendly, food is prepared fresh, price is good, and also close to airport which is good while traveling

John L.

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148

589

5 years ago

Pretty good breakfast food here. It is a very busy place, but our food came out quickly. We will be back again !!! read more

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My all time favorite diner and people. Good food, good people. Anytime I'm in Elizabeth and have at…read moreleast 30 minutes to spare, especially if I'm hungry, definitely making the stop.

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