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    The Forked River Diner

    3.7 (49 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Can you find the sign that says cash only?

    Good food. Great service. BUT! I walk up to pay and I'm told cash only. They get 1 star for not posting CASH ONLY anywhere except behind the register in the wall facing towards the interior of the diner. (See Photo) I am sick and tired of these diners not posting cash only on the door before you enter where it can easily seen. I would had went elsewhere as I forgot my cash at home. It's a scam in order to get you to use their ATM. As much as I enjoyed my breakfast, I refuse to support an establishment that scams its customers.

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    Scott S.

    If you ever leave NJ, one of the things you will miss most are NJ diners. Forked River Diner seemed like it fit the bill for NJ diner experience I've missed so much. Really old school looking place, but clean. Mozzarella sticks and blueberry pancakes were everything I could have imagined them to be. The sticks were divine, and even the sauce was good. Other items like bagels and ham & eggs were more ehhhh (luckily for me I didn't order them though).

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    Nina M.

    I wanted to go to a place with that quintessential New Jersey diner feel that it's so famous for, and this place is totally it. After a friends weekend in LBI, we stumbled upon this adorable vintage spot. And oh my gosh, the coffee? Exactly like the classic diner brew we'd been gushing over earlier. The service was speedy, and the food was delicious! Everything tasted so fresh, oh just make sure to ask for the water ;) This diner is a must if you're nearby.

    Breakfast Deluxe with blueberry pancakes and rye toast!   Oiled to perfection

    Amazing food and service - a real throwback to the good old days! I try to come here at least once on every trip back to Jersey!

    Porkroll, egg & cheese with tatters. Hearty breakfast with 5 slices of meat.
    Steven H.

    First time at this true old time Diner and worth visiting, plenty of hearty home cooked food & great service too

    When you wake up craving sausage and eggs and know Forked River diner is down the road. Dated: Nov 2016

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    Breakfast at Bryant’s - 'Sizzling Steak' (not!) with scrambled very soft eggs. (very not). This is the Second attempt after the brown water one.

    Breakfast at Bryant’s

    3.8(12 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    The inside is very small, so consider that if you want to come during a weekend breakfast, but…read moretheir offerings are crazy long, I wonder how they do it. There are a ton of interesting and unique coffee drinks, sweet breakfasts, and omelets. The meat lovers (ham, bacon, and sausage) was a bit salty, but a side of fruit balanced that out, and the sourdough bread was light and fresh. The tres leches pancakes was overindulgent but very sweet. The whip cream was too much as the pancakes themselves were enough of a treat. Some of the pancakes came topped with ice cream which is a mood, but I'm trying not to go too crazy. The service was great, and there are a lot of interesting menu items I'd like to try again. Coffee was kind of weak. Plenty of parking and clean bathrooms. It was quiet on a weekday, but I think there's really something for everyone on the menu and look forward to coming back.

    My wife and I discovered this place from an Alexa search for breakfast nearby. We have never been…read morehere before. Seating was quick. It wasn't very full when we arrived. The young waiter seemed helpful and knew the menu. That's the very end of the good part. Since prices were high side here, we expected good food made to our preference. After all, it was only simple breakfast. My wife's eggs ordered sunny side up and soft came over done and hard. My "sizzling steak" with eggs ordered scrambled Very soft came with the eggs not even warm and overcooked stiff. The 'Sizzling Steak' was anything but. It came in a sizzle type plate, but was gray and looked and tasted like badly boiled cheap meat. I say boiled because the plate had zero sizzle and it was drowning in lukewarm brown water. It looked and tasted awful. When I finally got the waiter's attention, he got what I assumed the kitchen manager. She was polite and seemed eager to right this. She had a second order made for me... That was worse than the first. Same overdone hard but barely warm eggs. This time they even tasted funny. Not good. The steak.... Another gray slab of very bad meat. This was The Most expensive breakfasts on their menu. As I write this, I'm still sitting with a sick stomach from the little I forced down of it. In small consolation, I asked for my breakfast cost be removed, as I wasn't going to let them try 3 times a charm. This was a first visit. But I honestly can't see attempting a second as we both feel stomach sick after.

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    The Waterfront - Salad served with the Lobster Roll

    The Waterfront

    3.8(133 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    excited for the jersey shore restaurant week! hubby selected…read morethe waterfront! extensive menu options for a fixed menu for $42.26 person! philadelphia filet tips (5pc) caramelized onion, provolone cheese, demi-glace ala creme, garlic bread! this is a must have!! so delicious! asian calamari sweet thai chili, side ranch blackened grouper napoleon cajun grilled, pan seared crab cake, sauteed spinach, lobster cream sauce, wild grain rice, chef's vegetable gnocchi michaelangelo shrimp, chicken, prosciutto, peas, roasted red peppers, potato gnocchi, vodka sauce! such a large portion- i took the leftover home! bourbon bread pudding chocolate lava cake!! beautiful views overlooking the bay! our server kim c was great! thank you a lovely dinning experience! indoor and outdoor seating rooftop lounge plenty of parking! highly recommend!

    I can't say for sure whether snow on New Year's Day brings good luck, but it certainly brings a…read morewhole lot of joy. Waking up to a fresh snowfall is always a gift--made even better after an exceptional New Year's Eve at The Waterfront NJ Restaurant in Lacey, NJ. This year marked our 35th consecutive celebration with our best friends the Fays, a tradition that grows richer every time we gather. The ballroom was beautifully decorated for the holidays, and the band "Slap Happy" delivered an outstanding performance. With the drinks flowing, at one point, we even found ourselves at the microphone, adding our own spirited contribution to the night. While our table was a bit close to the stage--and the volume certainly matched the energy--the music, dancing, and drinks created a vibrant, festive atmosphere. Angolina, our server, was outstanding, helping to elevate the evening from the moment we arrived. Warm, attentive, and effortlessly efficient, she kept the celebration flowing. We began with our first round of drinks, and I made sure to savor my final dirty martini of the year. After three rounds and plenty of laughter, Angolina returned to take our dinner selections. Jeanne Marshall Schrader chose the jumbo shrimp stuffed with crab, finished with a luxurious lobster‑sherry cream, and served with rice and vegetables -- $35. I opted for the Zuppa D'Pesce: a beautifully prepared combination of jumbo shrimp, sea scallops, crab meat, little neck clams, and mussels in a spicy marinara over linguini -- $42. Carolyn Fay and Bob both selected the GF filet -- an 8oz center-cut topped with compound butter, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and a side of demi‑glaze -- $42. It was a flawless New Year's Eve--excellent food, exceptional service, lively entertainment, and the best company to welcome another year together.

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    The Lacey Diner

    The Lacey Diner

    4.2(59 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    Food great. Staff great…read more Sadly I'm not down there much but I highly recommend. Dont blink or you will pass it.

    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.

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    Caffrey's Tavern Backyard - Berry Fields Salad

    Caffrey's Tavern Backyard

    3.5(191 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I have been to this establishment probably half a dozen times in my life, never once had a bad…read moreexperience. Tonight specifically, I went to dinner with my girlfriend for an early Valentine's Day dinner, and had yet another pleasant experience! I ordered a ribeye steak, it was cooked perfectly, which is something that rarely happens at restaurants. It was also very good, one of the best steaks I've ever had, which is especially impressive for a non-steakhouse! I was overall very impressed tonight that it prompted me to leave a review. Not that I haven't been impressed the other times. Our waiter, Chris, was also exceptional. Very speedy and proficient in the serving process. Very accommodating and constantly asking to help. Went above and beyond to ensure us a good experience. The atmosphere every-time I go is great, I always love the southern-like feel with the country music playing, and the clover leaf to highlight Irish heritage! Would recommend this place to anyone, they always deliver a great experience. Look forward to returning as I always do. They have never disappointed! Of course, nobody is perfect besides Jesus. My only critique is how long it took for us to be seated when we first arrived. This, of course, is a good sign for the restaurant, as they're busy! I'm just nitpicking, but I did get impatient while waiting to be seated. After that, I had yet another tremendous experience as always! I wish I was able to give 4.5 stars, because I don't like to give out 5s as nobody is perfect besides Jesus, however 4 stars is too low! Think of this as a 4.5 star review! Well done to Caffrey's as usual, and waiter Chris!

    I must say, the sushi selection is better here, at an Irish bar in NJ, than where I live in Florida!read more

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