Food and service is always great. Right off a main road so it can get pretty busy…read more Establishment is always very generous with their servings and usually pretty quick. The only thing I dislike about this place is that their bread is very soft. I usually like my subs on a crispy roll. This is my go-to option when Cappelluti's Deli in Kearny is closed

An extremely solid sub shop in the area. They do both hot and cold subs and I've yet to be…read moredisappointed. Quality vs cost is phenomenal. I usually go with the Big Bite but yesterday I went with the tuna melt and that was pretty solid as well. My son has been going with the Buffalo Chicken sandwich and he's said it's one of the best. We both get a half size and he usually winds up saving half of that. So it is a solid meal. Decent amount of parking with options to eat in as well. Interior is very basic and everything is made right in front of you.... fresh. Only downfall is that they are cash only. Which I used to understand, but now you can order online via food delivery apps, so the ability is obviously there to take other forms of payment. In an era of everything being electronic, including our paychecks, cash has gone from King to inconvenient when you need to use it. All in all, by far one of the best in the area and you'll be full until the next day.

I stood in a quaint restaurant perched above the Passaic River with my peepers puzzledly peeping a…read moresign that read "Gene the Pinning Machine." The interior was a quirky mix of hand-painted nautical scenes and a shrine to -- who I presumed was -- a wildly successful collegiate wrestler, Mean Gene Mills. "Do you like spicy food?" a voice piped up from behind me. "Yeah, sure." I replied, turning to see a sprightly older man sporting wide glasses and a leather jacket. I'd noticed him earlier rolling up on a three-wheeled motorcycle as I approached the place, parking it neatly around the side. "I'd go for the Chili Dog and the Big Kahuna," he suggested with a grin, adding, "The chili's not spicy but it's damn good." As it happened, I'd already ordered a pair of chili dogs but I nodded appreciatively. "I'll have to try the Kahuna next time." I said. The man introduced himself as the owner and brother of the locally lionized Gene the Pinning Machine. I could see he was proud of his brother's legacy and this hotdog spot he seemed to view as a hobby. "I'm in real estate mostly," he explained. "The hotdog stand is just for fun. I always wanted a spot by the river, saw this place and snapped it up." And he spoke of it like a hobbyist. He told me about his sausage guy up in upstate New York who hand-makes the dogs, sausages, and casings fuel his culinary creations. While some joints boil or fry their hot dogs, he opts for a series of convection ovens--air-frying them. A quirky and distinctive twist I haven't seen before. It's that hobbyist's eye, as I am saying. We chatted a bit longer before he ducked behind the counter to check in with the kids working the line. He greeted each one with a warm chummy hug and their faces lit up at the sight of him. It was clear from the easy banter that he's a boss who's genuinely well-liked. Now, about that dog: An air-fried hot dog feels a little out there--like baking one, you'd figure it'd dry out. But honestly? It wasn't half bad. Crisp on the outside, yet still decently average on the hot-dog-o-meter. Definitely a step up from the boiled variety. The chili, though? Hands down, phenomenal. That, along with the sausage, comes from his guy up in Syracuse -- the same one crafting those hot dogs. Is it worth hauling a box truck to upstate New York for? Hard to say. But it's absolutely worth my five-minute drive to Woodlandd Park to eat. The prices feel right in line with what you'd expect from a boutique roadside spot like this. The interior's compact--think a pair of small tables and a counter. Out back back there's a small deck with a few tables and chairs overlooking the river. Could be a sweet spot when the weather's kind. The menu is substantial with the addition of an ice cream bar, all Gelotti which is a North Jersey staple. The hotdog is a pretty humble food-stuff, if you like them then you won't be disappointed here. It's worth a stop for lunch if you're ever in town.

I have been hearing about Lover Dogs for quite some time and I visited recently for the first time…read more These hot dogs surprised me and I can honestly say that they might well be the best all the way hot dogs in the area. I went back a few days after my first visit because they were THAT good. When I walked in, I was greeted by the owner, Wayne Mills. We had a lovely conversation about how he opened Lover Dogs and how Lover Dogs has been his dream retirement. On the walls, there are photos of his brother Gene who was a renowned wrestler in the 80s. Wayne gave me a tour of the outdoor patio and the downstairs area that he plans to expand for breakfast/brunch. The patio area overlooks a nice view of the Passaic River. After the little tour, I ate my all the way hot dog. Lover Dogs hot dogs are air-fried which I thought was very unique. The chilli sauce is out of this world. Super flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Wayne explained that he spent a long time perfecting the recipe and worked with several people to develop. The hot dogs are Hoffman brand which he discovered when he visited his brother many years ago at Syracuse University. It was really nice to see Wayne pay homage to the previous building owners with a framed collage on the wall. I am a local history nerd so I really loved seeing all of the old photos dating back to the early 1900s. Please visit this awesome local business!

Quite delicious. The meat was full of good flavor for each item we got. My husband's chopped cheese…read morecame with a hefty side of fries; mine was a chopped beef fries. My husband enjoyed his meal; I took a bite of his sandwich and it was yummy. My fries were delicious, just a tad heavy on the sauce for my liking but appreciated that there was a lot of meat at least. The prices were a tad hefty but the food was of good quality. This order was ordered for delivery; I am unsure about the ambience but got our food fast and still hot.

Pretty good nothing to go crazy about the only thing I didn't like is the fries smelled like the…read moreoil was VERY OLD so I threw them out !! The sandwich was good though!!!

I love me a good old school Jersey Diner and this is a gem. Old school decor, friendly service,…read moregood food and generous portions. Latest visit was breakfast but have had all 3 meals here over time. Fed me like I was going to the electric chair. Best rice pudding ever, not today but from previous visits. If you find yourself near the NJ Meadowlands, it's a must stop.

Loved the Willingness to Suggest Things to Eat and Welcoming Attitude. It Really Didnt feel like a…read moretypical Diner because You Still Got One on One Service. The Kept Each Table Clean As SoonAs People Stood Up. Bisque was DELICIOUS!!! The Caprese would've Been Better if the Chicken wasn't Overcooked but Overall the Sandwich Wasn't Bad. I would Definitely Recommend and Visit Again.

We ordered take out from this restaurant. This restaurant serves Romanian food (although I don't…read morethink we ordered anything that was traditionally Romanian). We ordered the fried Asiago cheese as an appetizer. It was crispy but had no flavor. I wish it came with a sauce or something (like a sweet drizzle would have made it better). We also tried two sandwiches, the beef brisket and cheesesteak sandwiches. The beef brisket was good, the sauce was a little sweet, and the beef wasn't too dry. The bread tasted fresh and I like the amount of ingredients in the sandwich. The cheesesteak wasn't the best. It had a cucumber wasabi sauce that wasn't the best. The meat was well cooked though. I just think the sauce isn't for everybody. I think I would order again from here. The prices were decent. Each sandwich came with a large amount of fries and the sandwiches were pretty filling.

Hi - Ryan's BBQ always delivers the finest European specialties and American standards. The…read moreservices is always warm and friendly. My recommendation is to go and enjoy.

Use to be the old hot dog hut now it's the Mountainview DELI…read more& HOT DOG all new owners. Small little place. Wasn't too bad. Fries were not cooked all the way. Sauce was bit spicy (they use chili) very clean tho. Service was pretty fast too. Friendly

Best Chilli Cheese Dog ever!!!! Will be going back over and…read moreover and over and over and over again!

I like the sub sandwiches here, you have to know what you want, quick! I can't remember what I…read moreordered, maybe the classic Italian, but it was awesome. Everything was fresh. The owner moves fast. But I honestly loved the sandwich!!!!!!

The sandwiches are pretty decent although the service was pretty terrible. The old man with the…read moremask taking the order was rude and showed no interest in the customer. He hardly made eye contact at all and had a horrible attitude when taking my order. Show some better customer service.

We're new to the area and have been trying different breakfast spots to see which one will become…read moreour go-to. This place will likely become just that. Breakfast food should be easy to make and a delight to eat, and I appreciate the consistency across both of our visits. A true pancake house, they let you substitute home fries for pancakes and let me tell you, that is the right choice! Fluffy, buttery goodness. Eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries... nothing fancy, but all very easy to mess up. We enjoyed every bite. We're also looking forward to coming back for dinner, it is, after all, also a steakhouse! Ample parking, festive for the season, cozy vibes, friendly staff, and good food. What more do you need? I also love their motto printed on the menus and staff shirts: "You deserve butter."

$15.75 hungry man (no mods - 2 eggs w/ bacon, sausage links, home fries, toast AND 3 pancakes AND…read moreCOFFEE) $18.70 (sub home fries for 2 hash browns) $12.95 (florentine omelette w/ 3 pancakes (sub pancakes for french toast)) $27 NY strip steak (w/ potato & veggies, side soup or salad, & dessert) $3 soda $3.50 orange juice did my research with diners before settling on a place. i am SO GLAD i got to try this spot out. great portions, food and prices! the HUNGRYMAN combo is an amazing deal that includes coffee. the pancakes are great and better than a lot of places ive tried. If you substitute pancakes (3) out for french toast, it is only one piece. Not a big deal breaker as i am a big back and was full regardless. service was attentive. this is definitely on my recommended list. i want to come back to try their sandwiches, lunch/dinner specials.