We were in the shopping center at Dink Pickleball and came here afterwards. The Skillet was a great place with an awesome menu! I've tried to dine here on a weekend and they were swamped. Wednesday morning was just perfect to enjoy the nice atmosphere and great service. I had the Buttermilk Belgium Waffle with a nice cold brew and it was excellent. My friend had a skillet with scrambled eggs and really enjoyed it. We will be back! Outdoor dining is available but not for us today as it is in the 90s and their AC is perfect ! read more

The Skillet by Sal - Buttermilk Belgian Waffle with Berries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

The Skillet by Sal is one of those places we always enjoy coming back to. The food is consistently great, and when the weather is nice, we love taking advantage of the outdoor seating. Breakfast is definitely a highlight here. The portions are generous, and everything we've tried has been excellent. One of my personal favorites is the avocado toast, but I've ordered several different items over the years and have never been disappointed. The service is always friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even better. Whether you choose to sit inside or outside, it's a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. The interior is nicely decorated, welcoming, and consistently very clean. Overall, The Skillet by Sal delivers great food, good service, and a pleasant atmosphere every time. read more

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In Freehold for my son's wedding we stopped into Skillet on a Saturday morning. The rush was hitting them, but we got lucky and got a table right away. My girlfriend and I looked at the extensive menu and thought, 'why come to the skillet and not order a skillet??' So we did - and we were not disappointed. She ordered the skillet with sweet potato and eggs and was really happy with her choice. I went for the ultimate skillet - which includes bacon, sausage, eggs, potatoes, a pancake and a waffle. Bacon is standard and the sausages (including the chicken) had a sweeter, mild flavor, but the eggs and potatoes were the real star of the show - just super well prepared. The pancake and waffle were ok, but I think I would have enjoyed them better on their own - they were more of an afterthought in the ultimate skillet and eating them last probably didn't help. Price was on target for brunch considering the generous portion and quality of the food and service. Would definitely come back if in the area. read more

Came here on a Sunday at 1pm and was able to get a table for two right away. The food was good but the coffee was lukewarm. The staff was super busy so we waited a long time for everything. Not unheard of for a weekend, I'm sure. Overall a good time. read more

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Came to the Skillet yesterday after a beautiful morning in Asbury Park , glad we opted to eat here ! We were seated immediately upon arrival (party of 4 at 11:15 on a Saturday!) and ordered a variety of menu options. Loved the variety of the menu , there was truly something for everyone's taste ! The Lemon Orange ricotta pancake was phenomenal and I love that they offer a single pancake (plain or specialty!) as a side so you can have your sweet treat post meal - more places should do this! The Fried rice under the coconut shrimp wasn't cooked super well; this was probably the most disappointing menu item. Their iced coffee can also be ordered to go; I had a black iced coffee so not much to review but the coffee itself was tasty! Loved the decor of the restaurant but it was very noisy and chaotic. Need something to absorb the noise to make for a much nicer experience. Overall definitely would return, especially if eating outside on a warmer day! read more

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Came here on a Sunday for brunch around 1pm. Seemed like peak time . No reservations . Waited about 30 mins for a table of 2 They have many options for coffee drinks and specialties . It's a BYOB in case you wanted to have mimosas Lots of options on the menu I tried the farm skillet which was good but I couldn't eat the whole thing Friend had the chicken and waffles . She likes this place . Full disclosure- My appetite was off since I lost my dog a few days ago . But I would come back sometime to try something else read more

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Best breakfast in the area. Really nice on the inside and staff is incredible and super attentive. We loved the breakfast burrito and really recommend the french toast. Their freshly squeezed orange juice was also fantastic! read more

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Few pros and cons: - parking on weekends can be tough in this lot - the wait will be at least 30 minutes on a "holiday" or day off - when it's packed the servers will miss some things, for example - not getting some of the order correct. - not baby friendly, they don't allow strollers or carriages because of the limited space they have. Food: - veggie omelette was delish, veggies in every bite and all my favorites! Asparagus, spinach, broccoli and zucchini. I asked for whole wheat toast and they have half of piece of white bread? lol all good. The potatoes are delish! - banana foster French toast, a must get!! These are def a sweet treat and make for a good sweet side for a savory meal to share. - sweet potato skillet, the potato's were hard and the dish all in all was kind of bland. - avocado toast was good! So happy they season their potatoes with more than just salt and pepper - coffee flight was great! Extra .75 per drink for alternative milk $18.95 for the 4 drinks. - Ferrero rocher Nutella pancakes were a miss, I'd pass. There should be a Ferrero rocher on top or something. There was no hazelnuts or anything. Very below mid pancakes. They should just be called Nutella pancakes lol. read more

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I was out of town and my friend brought me here and I was not let down. Is it weird that you can tell if the food is going to be by the quality of their fruit salad? I don't think so. It was very clearly not fruit cocktail from a can but good fruit. The hot apple cider was so delicious as well as the whipped ricotta and prosciutto toast. My mouth is watering as I am typing. The restaurant was packed for a Monday and we still were seated within a few minutes. It was lovely inside and very clean. The waitress was very friendly and even though the restaurant was loaded I didn't feel rushed to order and leave. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Ricotta Ham toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

This was such a fun spot that our friends took us to! They have a big variety of breakfast and lunch items to choose from and it is definitely hard to choose! Not to mention they have a separate specials menu. The offer coffee flights which was tempting but I settled for one of their specials, the butter cookie latte and man it was fantastic! The BLT was exactly what I wanted and the truffle fries were the perfect thing to go with it. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodative! We got to sit outside cause it was such a beautiful day so I unfortunately didn't get to see the inside but it sounded packed! read more

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Unfortunately, I feel The Skillet is kinda mid. Like many eateries of this generation, many try to seek clout by having Instagrammable items, and what I find is quality goes down as a result. Like one of their selling points is their coffee flight... but their coffee products are just slightly better than okay. Cold brew? Not strong. Now their food? I know the draw are the skillets... like duh, that's the name of the place. Yet we've always opted for the pancakes and French toast, because of course the Instagram clout makes good pics. So far we've had the cannoli pancakes, funfetti pancakes, cinnamon roll pancakes and the strawberry cheesecake French toast. They're all very pretty... but gave us several agita. Maybe I'm too old? Always a wait. Even on weekdays. read more

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We were going peach picking so we decided to go here with a party of 4 people and arrived around 11am. The restaurant was already packed but luckily we didn't have to wait to long before being seated. The restaurant's decor is cute. It's clean and I loved the chandeliers. Very girly and chic. The staff was very friendly and efficient. We were seated and given enough time to decide without feeling rush before taking our order. I opted for the classic egg with bacon breakfast with toast and fried potatoes. The meal hit the spot and like the name of the restaurant, it was served in a skillet. HOW CUTE! Overall, I enjoy my brunch. The restaurant is located in a shopping center so there are plenty of parking around the area. FYI, google map will have you go in circle around the restaurant before taking you to the parking lot. read more

Our second visit, because first ome was so good The outdoor seating is wonderful casual, with live singer , no less. Inside is bustling with energy too We had bistro choice 4 iced lattes and each one was super rich, delicious and sugar high Breakfast egg rolls are giant and yummy Meat lovers omelet comes with hash,, apple pork sausage and bread- highly recommend I had noodles with stir fried veggies and honey glazed grilled chicken. It was good, not great! Word of caution: portions are HUGE, a mecca for big eaters !! Loved it, will definitely come back again and again The servers are the politest, sweetest we've met ever!! read more

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Leslie, our server, was very friendly and helpful. Food delicious. Coffee specialties were plentiful. Just be patient because it takes a while for special coffees. Only problem inside is very noisy. read more

My server and all the servers were amazing and have great attitudes. My coffee was watered down by the time I received it but it was super busy so I can understand that. Food was 10/10 so good and filling. I do feel like the coffee is overpriced for what you're getting . read more

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The food is amazing, so many options. The staff is so kind. We even waited about 20 minutes for a table and in that time we were given free samples of their cinnamon buns. It was SO good we ended up ordering a plate. read more

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I ate inside and my experience was better. The vibe inside is cool and they're always crowded. I like their specialty coffee drinks.

This seems to be the hot spot for brunch. We arrived around 11 AM on a Saturday and only needed a table for two. We were placed on the waitlist and thankfully only had to wait about 10 minutes. The restaurant is very rustic barn with a modern twist style. It is a very open floor plan, with that being said, it is very loud in here. With no walls or structures to block the noise everyone's conversations are just super loud. I decided on the main street skillet as well as the Nutella Espresso Latte. I was super happy that my latte came in a large glass considering the price was $8.50. I loved my latte, it had the right blend of nutella to espresso. As for my skillet, it mostly consisted of potatoes. I feel like there wasn't an ample amount of spinach or mushrooms. Plus only half a slice of toast, not even a full one. I was a bit disappointed considering the majority of my dish was potatoes but everything was seasoned well. My husband got the salted caramel waffles with a side of hot honey & bacon. He loved his dish but wasn't really a fan of his white chocolate latte. He thought my nutella one was better LOL We may return again to try some new things. read more

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This was an excellent restaurant. We came here on a Monday around 11:30am and it was very busy. A party of eight; we were seated almost immediately but noticed that many of the tables were occupied. Four children under 12 ordered from the kids menu. The cheeseburger was nicely sized and the chicken tenders and fries were a hit. The adults ordered a variety of skillets and eggs Benedict. I ordered the smoked Lox Benedict and it was very good. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the hollandaise was excellent, and the pickled onions and capers were a nice contrast to the richness of everything else on the plate. Their regular coffee is also pretty good. We did not order any speciality juices or drinks, but those looked tempting too. The interior looks clean and fresh and the restrooms were very clean and modern. Our server was very friendly and checked on us throughout the meal to make sure we were taken care of. A very excellent, breakfast/brunch spot. read more

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Finally got the chance to try this place out for brunch and boy it was packed! We only waited for about thirty minutes and were able to get a table outside. Before we sat down we were informed we only had 75 minutes to dine. Overall, the food was good but I wasn't wowed. The food wasn't very hot when it came out which is understandable given how much food they have to push out. I got the steak and eggs. The egg and steak were cooked perfectly but I wished the potatoes were a bit more well done. The waffles were meh. They were cakey and dense. read more

The Skillet is a hip brunch spot with a great vibe. It was packed on a Saturday morning with patrons waiting inside and out to be seated. The wait time moved rather fast and we were seated in about 15 minutes. We both went with the Skillets, because that's what you do when going to a restaurant called "The Skillet." We ordered the Main Street Skillet and the West Freehold Skillet. Both were fine, but they lacked seasoning. Of the two, The West Freehold was better. The Farm skillet with mushroom and potatoes was very bland. I don't use extra salt and pepper on my food, but in this case I did. The service and staff all around were friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was personable and our food came out rather quickly, considering the amount of people in the restaurant. read more

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We had high expectations to our breakfast here,and they were actually exceeded! On a busy Sunday morning,it only took a 10min wait to get an outside table. The place looks beautiful inside & out,despite being located near other shopping and dining spots - but location wise,it's also easy to get (free) parking. The menu choices are vast & great,and our server Nicholas was top notch-super professional,efficient and friendly - arguably,best service I've experienced while eating out in a while! We had Skillet Sandwich and Farm Skillet as our choices for breakfast (party of 2), and I also had their summer special - sunrise lemonade - all were great. Big portions,too!! Whilst the place was packed with people,our order arrived in a matter of minutes,which was surprising and really awesome :) Worth to note that we tend to eat out with our dog (which limits us to outdoor seating mostly), so we were especially appreciative how the staff acknowledged him but didn't go crazy about him like most folks do- they would make sure to give him water and not to step on him in passing,but there were no attempts to pet him (without asking),which we really appreciated. Overall,very happy with our visit and would definitely be back again to try some other options out of their menu. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Skillet Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

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Update: Came for Mothers Day at 11:15am and waited 2 hours for a table. I still stay true to my original review - food was just as delicious on a holiday as it is on a regular day. Worth the wait. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Pistachio pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

Great spot for breakfast, brunch or lunch. The menu is boasting with so many options of food you won't know what to pick. This was my second time here and it does not disappoint. A Few things to know though before you go. Expect to wait to sit down especially on the weekend. It's a very loud atmosphere so if you're looking to have a conversation it may be tough. Lastly the coffee variety is great but expensive and you don't get much in your cup. So expect a $20 coffee bill on specialty selections. $$$ when dining with a family of 5 read more

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Food: Brunch was amazing here! The food is fresh and delicious. We ordered two skillets with eggs, toast, and veggies. Both were served hot from the skillet. The bottom is lined with browned potatoes and comes with your choice of eggs any style, a slice of toast and various veggies and meat depending on which one you order. We also ordered the crispy chicken sandwich and the grilled chicken panini. Both were delicious and very flavorful. The crispy chicken sandwich comes with onion rings and is made of two pieces of battered chicken breast, pickles, tomato, greens, ranch and hot honey. All four dishes were great. Service: Service was excellent here. Our server was so friendly and kind. She also came back to check on us multiple times throughout the meal even though the place was packed and so busy. Ambiance: The decor and ambiance of this place is so lovely. It's bright and very comfortable. Tables are close together but seating is still spacious and comfortable. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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Went to the Skillet twice in a matter of a week. Our waiter Tim is amazing. Please ask for him when you visit. Tim is attentive and gives great recommendations. I told him I would be back for the coffee flight and Tomahawk platter. He said it was big. Tim was not joking the platter is huge but delicious. I would definitely recommend getting the platter if going with at least 4 people. read more

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The lattes and food were amazing! Everyone was super friendly. It's a small place, so expect a wait. They do not allow reservations. I went with my two sisters around 10am on a Sunday and we had a 20 minute wait. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

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EXCELLENT!! Affordable, great service, awesome food. I was in the area for a doctor visit and they recommended this place. It was PACKED!! And still they managed to get my food in 5-7 minutes. If you are in the area, definitely try this spot!! read more

Our waiter was great but unfortunately the cooks were not. I use to love this place but today was just not it. I ordered the steak and egg skillet. Asked for my steak to come medium and my eggs over medium. I received my steak basically raw and my eggs not cooked. By the time I got my steak back everyone else was done eating. No comp no nothing. Very upset. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Barely nothing in my skillet this was the 8oz Filet Mignon and Eggs minus the steak because it had to be cooked longer. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

Wonderful brunch location, with lots of love and great service with a beautiful interior very delicious food! Despite the long wait times. A very popular place and for good reason, very delicious breakfast and brunch food here! With some unique recipes and a terrific and genuinely caring staff. I wish the restaurant was a little bit bigger so that the wait times weren't so long but that's just a credit to the quality of food they make here and the terrific service they provide. The first thing you'll notice when you come here is the lovely atmosphere and dining area. And the dedicated staff and great service. They are certainly trying their best to serve everyone give everyone a good experience and try to keep people from waiting so long. I had a vegetable omelette, which was delicious. I was surprised to find out that they have their own homemade chicken sausage recipe. They actually make it on site. It may not be my favorite chicken sausage I've ever had. It was very good. The poached egg platter was also very good however, when they served the dish, the eggs did not come poached. They were simply scrambled. They quickly brought us a large side of poached eggs. There was one issue I had during the meal with the waitress, which I will not hold against the restaurant. But my decaffeinated coffee was actually served cool, not even warm. For some reason, the waitress insisted to me that it was hot with a little bit of an attitude. Very odd. I finally just said please bring me another one which she did and it came hot. I understand that most people get regular coffee, which is probably why this coffee had become cold. But I was surprised that the waitress tried to talk me into believing that my coffee was hot. Anyway, I'm sure that was a fluke based on all the other reviews here. The owner made a point of visiting our table and actually talking to us for a good period of time about the restaurant about their homemade recipes. It was a very nice personal touch and we really appreciate it! Made us feel like we were at home and that they really care!! Highly recommended for breakfast or brunch. Just be prepared to wait longer than usual to get a table here than perhaps other places. If you go there with that mindset, you'll be fine. Enjoy! read more

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Went here for Father's Day. They don't take reservations, we walked in and the wait wasn't that bad and we were seated fairly quickly. The service was quick and great. The food was absolutely wonderful. Cooked to perfection and served hot. The meats were well cooked and seasoned. We loved every bite of everything we ordered. They had freshly squeezed orange juice. And the coffees - iced and hot - were very delicious and flavorful. The outdoor seating was an advantage and the ambience is great. read more

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I came back here after about a year and wow! Delicious food, everyone I came with loved their food and the huge portions. Really wonderful breakfast menu, kind staff, and nicely decorated and clean. I will definitely be back. read more

The Skillet by Sal - Salted Caramel Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

We were near the Freehold Mall and stumbled into the Skillet. They have inside seating which was stunning and outside seating. Parking available in the shopping center and is located next to the Jewish museum. Service was great overall, our waitress was funny and attentive. I had the prosciutto ricotta toast and I am still dreaming about it. My husband got the cali Benedict and stated it was good especially the potatoes. We tried the coffee flight which I have to say they were not stingy on the coffee size. I thought the flight was good but the star was the brown sugar. You can get the flight with other flavors and ice or hot. read more

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Food was delicious!! We were seated very quickly and the staff was super friendly. Would def recommend the West Freehold skillet! read more

The Skillet by Sal - West Freehold Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

Phenomenal menu as well as service. I've never had a better pancake. Their Mediterranean bowl has so many unique flavors. The coffee flights are also very fun. It's no wonder it's always crowded. Can't wait to go back! read more

Came for the coffee flight and fell in love with everything else. The service - I believe her name was Victoria, she was so great and attentive. It was very windy on Sunday and all the servers were overly cautious of picnic umbrellas falling over. We ordered the skillet flight and weren't expecting full size coffees, we couldn't finish. I liked that they also had juice flights and really whatever you wanted in a flight form, I thought that was pretty cool. We also ate a veggie omelette and Mediterranean bowl (not pictured), they were devoured. Overall, we'll definitely be back. Preferably on a bright sunny day because the inside was absolutely freezing. Pro Tip: Have a jacket in the car if you need to sit inside!! read more

The Skillet by Sal - The skillet flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

Huge portions with such a reasonable prices. Modern atmosphere inside. Fast service . read more

The Skillet by Sal - Big portion with reasonable prices. Modern atmosphere. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

I've been here twice now and happy both times. First time I got eggs bacon and potatoes and shared the coffee flight with my friends all good! Then next time my friend was in town was Labor Day weekend and we called ahead to ask if they had fall coffee flights available yet. The wonderful hostess Alexis said they hadn't started serving them yet but she new they had everything to make them. She put us on a brief hold and talked to Sal who gave her the ok to give it to us early! Food was once again delicious, Alexis and the waitstaff were all friendly, kind and helpful , and the Fall coffee flight was delicious (caramel apple was the one I was least excited for but turned out to be my favorite!) Thanks to the whole team at the skillet! Will definitely be back again soon read more

The Skillet by Sal - Fall coffee flight. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Freehold, New Jersey

My friend and I both got the ricotta scrambled eggs toast, the eggs and cheese combined made a fluffy topping on top of crusty bread. We're happy to have a great protein brunch but needed some flavor. read more

Tried the skillet for the first time last week and was very impressed. The place is very pretty with all the chandeliers shining. The menu had tons to choose from, breakfast lunch and special coffees.. the staff was friendly and the food was rave worthy. Cute shopping center too read more