Breakfast is a compound word, combining the words "break" and "fast." It is often advertised as the…read moremost important meal of the day. It sets the tone for whatever one's day holds. It wasn't until the 17th century that this meal became a more common practice, especially among the wealthy, who would have rich dishes like scrambled eggs alongside coffee and tea in the morning. The Garden State is still known as the diner capital of the world. Located off Essex Street in Hackensack, this establishment is one of the handful of 24-hour diners. With its unique harlequin decor, Chit Chat remains a chic, upscale diner that we frequent often with friends and family. Upon arrival this morning, my partner, his family, and I were greeted by the staff at the host station, and we were able to get a table quickly. The menu was extensive, and we took our time looking but did not feel rushed. Their menu includes a lot of things one may not find on a regular menu. We decided on their brunch menu and ordered Raspberry & Brie Stuffed French Toast, Santorini Benedict, Bro-Nana Cocoa-Nuts Multigrain Pancakes, and Chorizo Hash & Eggs with a choice of a complimentary mimosa, bloody Mary, or Bellini. The food is always fresh and tastes delicious. The portion is healthy and the prices reasonable. The service is consistently fast and friendly. Our server was Ashley. Today, breakfast isn't just about nutrition; it's a cultural ritual.

Great find! The food was good, portions were ENORMOUS, service was friendly and quick, and the…read moredecor was fun. So happy to find this place.

Wife was here with a few friends and they all said it was expensive and wasn't worth it, but I had…read moreto give it a shot. Unfortunately, it'll be my first and last time there. I really wanted to enjoy the place, as I've had other friends frequent it. From the inception of the restaurant, they've had "pastrami" as the highlight. I really wanted that. They didn't have it. I told them the rest of my family's order and to come back afterwards so I can find something else. Decided on some chili as it was a cold day. They didn't have that either. I gave up and just didn't order anything for myself. Every thing came out bland. We didn't ask for no salt or lower sodium. Either way the cute little salt shaker visited a lot. At the price point that they have, I really was expecting something. The disco fries were scarce. I can basically count how many there were. As well as not knowing what kind of gravy it included on the side. The chicken tenders were bland, but at least the chicken was tender and the coating was crispy. Strawberry pancakes were fluffy and good on the first bite, but if left cold, it just became hard. The strawberry butter was a really nice touch and I enjoyed it. Too much strawberry for me, but will not lower the score for that. That's just my preference of taste. The mac and cheese was soupy and not thick, and again no seasoning. Cheeseburger was okay, didn't wow us. Also could not figure out if it was house made or not. It was lean, somewhat juicy, but it was a little tough. Wasn't horrible. What I found interesting was with the amount of fries that came with our order, they all came out differently. The disco fries were crispy, fries that came with the mac and cheese were over done, and the cheeseburger fries were a mixture of crispy, soggy and overdone. But one commonality with all the fries was how bland it was. Anyway, between the pricing and not having two things that I ordered, was just enough to put me in a sour mood.

Not enough words can describe the amazing food here…read more I didn't know what to expect when stumbling into Country MKT diner, and you shouldn't too. Take those expectations and throw them out the window, and open your taste buds and mind to new flavors to homemade dishes that will blow you away. I heavily recommend the mozzarella sticks which are more like bricks of cheese dipped in seasoned coatings that will make other mozzarella sticks think of a new name when these melt in your mouth and pull apart perfectly. The homerun of a sandwich is the Bun Jovi which is a honey Sriracha chicken schnitzel slathered with swiss cheese, pickles, pastrami, and coleslaw. And this dream of a sandwich delivers. The blue seating booths make the diner fun , with high backs they provide comfort and some privacy to your conversations. The staff is beyond freindly and each make sure you are having the best dining experience. To many positives about Country MKT Dinner to name, but each will create a core memory.

Back again after more than 5 years it seems! Restaurant has been remodeled and is smaller than I…read moreremember. Got 5 items for take out this time. 2 burgers, a sandwich, a wrap, and mozzarella sticks. The only real disappointment was the mozzarella sticks. For $7.75, I thought there would be more than 5 small sticks. At least they were okay. All other items were fine, and a decent value, given the cost of dining out these days. Would certainly return!

Great place. Fast service. Loved the waffle sundae! The price was very decent for the amount of…read morefood we ate.

Cute little lunchenette feel diner on the main street in the village of Suffern. We were arrived…read moreat a weird time the day after Christmas & in a snow storm, we were the only ones in the place. Food was good, nothing special, service was very attentive.

Stopped by and enjoyed the food here with my partner…read more The food was good although it was not exactly in line with what I anticipated based on the menu. For example: they have a fairly extensive "Mexican" menu with Juevos Rancheros on it, but they don't make ranchero salsa and basically only have Pace style Picante. For this south Texan the salsa/picante/no real Juevos rancheros was a bummer, BUT the salsa they did have tasted great and the service was wonderful. *note: I am a Spanish speaker so occasionally my experience will be different than non Spanish speakers.

A few days ago, I went to drop off a package at the U.S. Post Office and stopped at my favorite…read morediner in Tenafly--the Tenafly Classic Diner--on my way home. I really enjoy sitting in the glass-enclosed area with a view of the outside. It was incredibly hot that day, but I felt very comfortable in that section because it was nice and cool. My server was very friendly, and the place is always impeccably clean. Today, I decided to have the fish tacos--battered style--and they were delicious. There were three huge tacos; I actually had to take one home. I also ordered a regular Coke with light ice. The food was delicious. I always leave this place with fond memories. Congratulations again to the entire team and the owners. God bless you all, and see you soon.

It's a solid diner - classic vibes, lots of choices, relatively fast service. Been here a handful…read moreof times now and gotten good feedback from the kids. It's a little pricey but the portions are very large. I love the fresh orange juice and the peach lemonade.

Phenomenal food and service! The decor and ambiance sent me back to my childhood. Loved it…read more Thank you

The everything-you-want-in-a-diner experience happens at this gem! Tiny space - it's a train car…read morewedged between building but you can't tell from the exterior. And it is bustling inside- quick, kind service with the two guys who are masters of the grill slinging out amazing omelettes, great pancakes, perfect home fries, and a truly amazing looking BEC (need to go back and order that next time). Prices are absolutely reasonable, portions are big and the dishes they're serving are classic. I got an omelette, home fries and toast; my husband got scrambled eggs pancakes and bacon. And the bacon was a delight- not the skimpy strips you might expect. Enjoy your meal, but get out soon and let the next people in line have your space- it's the diner-y thing to do! Consider sitting by the counter to watches these guys make magic on the grill- they're fast and it's fun to watch!

There are few things that I enjoy more than an incredible coffee shop or breakfast spot! While…read moretaking a walk through Edgewater, I decided to take a chance on Brownstone Pancake Factory and the experience fulfilled most of my expectations. ENVIRONMENT I only stepped inside to pickup my to-go order but the seating was plentiful and the decor was festive. In actuality, this would be a lovely spot for a children's party. FOOD While seated across from the Skyline, I decided to unbox the buttermilk pancakes. To my delight they not only looked delicious but were quite tasty. I also ordered scrambled eggs and turkey bacon but they missed the mark. If you're stumbling through North Jersey and need a sweet pick-me-up, Brownstone should certainly be one of the first places that comes to mind. I chose a few of their "simpler" items but their menu has an incredible variety of options.

We had such a great experience at Brownstone Pancake Factory in Edgewater! Adrian took amazing care…read moreof us -- super attentive, friendly, and on top of everything without ever making us feel rushed. He made sure we had everything we needed and checked in at just the right moments. It really made our breakfast that much better. The service was excellent, and Adrian's positive attitude stood out. We'll definitely be back -- and hope to be seated in his section again!

A ton of menu options. Huge fresh salads. Large dessert case. Friendly service. Easy parking.read more

D and I were here tonight for a dinner after a long day's work. She at her job and I spent the day…read moredeep cleaning the cage of our yellow sided green cheek conure. We arrived a little after 9pm. The service of the young server was perfect. He was prompt, polite and attentive to our needs. The food was as good as you can get at a highway diner. We got what we expected and enjoyed it. Desert, however, is another story. D is allergic to anything that contains caffeine. That means no coffee, tea, certain pain medications and NO CHOCOLATE. She asked me to go to the display counter and see what kind of cheesecake there was. There were many different kinds: mango, orange, caramel, banana and more. Unfortunately, this diner's idea of garnishing a desert is with a creme topping loaded with CHOCOLATE STICKS, CHIPS, AND COOKIES! (see attached photo) EVEN THE DESERT LABLED VANILLA CAKE WAS FESTOONED WITH CHOCOLATE HOO-HAH! When I mentioned this to the management, I was told, "Well, we have rice pudding and baklava." No matter how I worded it, he just couldn't seem to comprehend that a good 90+% of his deserts had chocolate which was discriminatory against people who are allergic to chocolate. I even tried to put it in another reality for him. I asked if their baker made anything with peanut or peanut butter. He replied in the affirmative. I asked if they had a special preparation area so that there were safe deserts for a child with a peanut allergy. He didn't seem to understand the premise. So, if you, or your child have ANY food allergies, I strongly suggest that you avoid the Suburban Diner at all costs. We will be doing so in the future.