The dining area is very small but the food was tasty and overall a very good meal…read more We went for lunch on a Saturday and we got a fish sandwich and a crispy chicken sandwich. Both came with a decent amount of freshly cooked fries. The bread was nicely toasted and the sandwiches were decent sized. The chicken was breaded nicely. It was very moist and not greasy. The fish was not breaded and had excellent flavor. Got it with cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese. The green sauce on the side was delicious. We were actually full after half of our sandwiches and half the fries so we got to take home half of each sandwich and pretty much a full side order of fries. It traveled well and our son enjoyed our leftovers. The base sandwiches were only $8.25 each with fries. They do upcharge you for lettuce, cheese, tomatoes or any other toppings but it's only 50 cents per topping. I'm not sure how anyone can complain about $10 to $11 for a huge sandwich with fries in today's market. Whoever is reviewing this place and saying they are pricey hasn't been dining out in the last 20 years. We thought it was a great value and very fresh and flavorful. We were originally going to eat at La Hacienda but they are closed on Saturday and this was right around the corner as we were walking back to our car. They actually have on site parking which is a plus in Perth Amboy. There's nothing fancy about the inside, it's only a few tables but the place was very clean and the staff was very courteous. Definitely recommend and will need to return to try their other menu items.

Went there for lunch with my family. The food was mediocre, but the service was absolutely…read morehorrible. The waitress had a serious attitude problem and seemed like she didn't want to be there and was taking it out on her patrons

Chicken was delicious and price was very good. Had a mix up with the order, but the food made up…read morefor it

Typical chicken spot, not too bad, the fries were pretty good.. and the Italian cheese steak was…read moreaiight, I'd give it a 6.. the gyro platter was O K, too.. not bad.. overall a mid experience.. not bad, I have to reiterate that.. but mid is the best description.. but again nothing bad to say, dude at the counter was cool and professional too. I'd come back again for sure

I love diners, and Colonial Diner reminded me exactly why. They have everything you could possibly…read morecrave, and the convenience is great -- right off a busy highway with tons of parking, including ADA spaces and an ADA ramp. We visited last year and loved it, but this time I paid closer attention -- and wow. This diner is spotless, cleaner than almost any diner I've been to. It's also big and spacious, which is a must for us since we bring our grandbabies and a stroller. Colonial absolutely passes my "we need room" test. The host was super friendly and let us choose our table. We started with onion rings, and they were incredible -- huge, perfectly crisp, and the batter stayed on with every bite. My husband ordered a medium cheeseburger with fries and enjoyed every bit of it. I had the grilled chicken Caesar salad and it was AMAZING Our waitress, Magdallena, was wonderful -- friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. The vibe inside was great: families, couples, friends catching up, even a birthday celebration. Just a happy, welcoming atmosphere all around. We will definitely be back. This diner is a gem.

Back again for brunch on a Sunday at 11 am…read more No wait for a table Fast friendly service Ordered coffee, Hangover Burger with fries plus a Diet Pepsi with lemon Everything tasted great! Been visiting this diner since 1993 Will return soon

Love love love this bbq place! Our waiter was super friendly and helpful when it came to ordering…read more Our first time here so we were a. It unsure about the menu but he was a great help! You cant go wrong with all you can eat ribs and you can switch up the flavor on your next order. I kept it to honey bbq because it was just that good! The coke slaw and French fries were both amazing, I just wish the Cole slaw was all you can eat too! The brisket was a bit dry with only a few pieces that were tender. I'm not sure we would reorder that next time. But with all the options on the menu, there are plenty of other options to try! Also, the garlic bread is amazing, very buttery and leaves you wanting more! The interior is your typical bbq set up with plenty of seating. There is an area for outdoor seating as well. I honestly cant wait to go back!

The food is awesome the service is amazing the ambiance is cool as well will definitely be backread more

Good service and PLENTY of veg and vegan friendly options. They are even identified on their own…read moremenu page. Had the vegan coney island dog, fries and some chkn tenders. Originally asked for nuggets but they were out. Tenders seemed a LOT like the gardein variety but were crispy and came with a honey mustard sauce. The coney island dog was ok- the veg dog was a bit rubbery - probably the light life brand? Chili had beans in it and the portion sizes were good. Fries were okay- they were hot and crisp but I am not a huge fan of the fries that have little kernels of batter on them to make them "extra crispy". Overall- a solid option for a quick bite if you are vegetarian and want a LOT of options to choos from. Note: My buddy had the fat wraps with tenders, fries and mozz sticks INSIDE a hollowed out sub roll and was a huge fan!

If you like eating your sandwich with a fork, this is your place…read more Shocking, really. I've been ordering fat sandwiches here for years without issue. So, the fellow on the phone explaining the reason for the floppy sandwich is due to the amount of condiments requested on the sandwich just doesn't add up. Chock it up as a bad night? Or maybe something changed within their operation.

I had ordered half pork ribs rice and fries. The ribs were cooked perfectly, incredibly flavorful…read morethe perfect texture. Usually rice and fries can be hit or miss at bbq spots. But these Rice fries were so good, quite the compliment to the ribs. If you enjoy bbq ribs, this is the place!

Delicious every time! Great sized portions - we always have enough to eat for two days. Quick for…read morepick up and delivery!

The food is delicious! We got the appetizer platter, beef mishkaki and mixed mishkaki with mango…read morelassi. The chicken wings were crisp, the quesadillas were filled with meat and the food was fresh! The chicken mishkaki was PACKED with flavor and the beef mishkaki was so tender. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. It's a great fusion spot and I'll definitely be visiting again. The ONLY gripe I have is that there isn't as much ventilation on one side of the restaurant so you will come out smelling like food and a bit of smoke. Overall, great experience.

This place is expensive for not very good bbq. My burnt ends weren't burnt. Wife's beef rib was…read morecut into pieces (weird). The meat was tender, but the sauce was not good. I wish they would just serve the meat and give you sauce options. The best things we had were the corn bread and mac and cheese. Mac was super cheesy. Corn bread was moist and delicious. Mashed potatoes were a wreck though- so salty and tasted like instant potatoes, and the fries were oddly dry. Overall, no reason to go back.

A Soul Food Gem Worth Every Bite! My wife and I recently…read morevisited Dootsie's Kitchen and left thoroughly impressed. The dining area was bright, clean, and welcoming -- exactly the kind of atmosphere you hope for when sitting down for a good soul food meal. We came in hoping for Whiting, but they were serving Basa instead. The staff assured us that many customers actually prefer it, and after our first bite, we understood why -- it was absolutely delicious! My wife enjoyed the fish dinner while I went with the fish and grits, and both dishes were outstanding. The portions were generous, to say the least. The food was so good that I couldn't leave without ordering extra fish to take home. That says it all! If you're looking for great soul food with a warm atmosphere and hearty portions, Dootsie's Kitchen delivers. We'll definitely be back!

The owner was very, very kind and nice. Very respectful. Food was really really tasty and just…read moreoverall great quality a lot of flavor my daughters love the mac & cheese and I overall love the catfish the yams everything was delicious. The ambience is amazing and I just love everything about the restaurant it's quiet, but I definitely would come again they would get 10 stars from me