The food is always excellent. Love the French toast. The staff is extremely friendly. Small but…read morequaint. I recommend giving it a try.

This restaurant represents southern New Jersey well for the diner culture. A cute and quaint diner…read moreright outside of Atlantic City, this diner has a family oriented appeal, with great prices and lots of food options for breakfast and brunch. The service was excellent-since this is a small diner, there is space available inside and outside the cafe. Eight to ten waitresses and waiters circulate to assist customers. There are about three to four cooks, with an open bar that accommodates other patrons. Decor is breakfast and beach themed. No reservations needed, but get here early to get a seat. If you come to this restaurant, come with an appetite! You will receive large portions, and farm to table options. There is something for everyone in terms of food selection. Hours for this restaurant are from 6am to 2 pm.

The Swirl strawberry shortcake pancakes were as amazing as usual "oh so good."…read more Just a heads up before you go... In the foyer, to the right of the door, there's a sign noting a $2.00 charge for a take home container. And when we asked our waiter Andre for separate checks, he promptly pointed to the bottom of the menu, which clearly states one check per table, no separate checks, plus a $3.00 plate sharing charge. Nothing hidden, I just didn't realize I needed to bring my Rubbermaid container!

This restaurant has a Hugh variety of beautifully prepared dishes. Never disappoints!!read more

Good food. Friendly greetings always. Very fast service. Need 85 characters for review.read more

The sandwiches were ready in 10 minutes and while they looked hastily made and small in size, they…read moretasted very good and were quite filling. I did order specific sides over the phone but received only chips when I opened the bag at home so might be helpful to check beforehand.

My family recently celebrated a birthday with a party of approximately 40 guests, and it was our…read morefirst time dining there. From start to finish, the experience was wonderful. Our waitstaff, Ben and Brittany, were phenomenal. They were attentive, accommodating, and went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. I have a special dietary restriction, and they were kind enough to prepare a separate plate for me instead of having me choose from the main buffet. We also arrived a little early to put up some small decorations, and Ben was incredibly helpful in getting everything set up. The views were beautiful, and the food was delicious. Inside, there appear to be separate rooms available for private parties as well as regular dining, which makes it a cozy and versatile place for celebrations and larger events. My entire family was very pleased with how everything turned out. Another bonus is the location--it's situated in a charming little town with shops within walking distance, making it a great place to explore before or after your meal. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely consider returning for another special occasion!

First time here, and I was expecting better based on the reviews. Entrance, tables, chairs, and…read moreambiance were as I expected. Ordered New England Clam Chowder. Served quickly and hot in a big, wide bowl. It looked good. Had small, irregularly sized potatoes and chopped carrots. The broth was a little thicker than I imagined or had tasted before in other restaurants, or in the one I make. Clams were tiny and, as you'd expect from a can. Not fresh clams. In fact, you can put all the clams found in chowder in a single tablespoon. Even found a whole bay leaf in it, which should have been removed before serving it. So, how is the chowder? I've had better from canned chowder, and the one I make is way better. Zero stars for the chowder. Next up is the Turkey platter with sliced turkey (hard and dry), 1 ice cream scoop of mashed potatoes (ok, nothing special), 1 ice cream scoop of stuffing (totally disgusting, and had corn in it), string beans (with vine still attached), gravy (terrible), and a little cup of cranberries (decent). Total fail. The waitress was ok, though stopping by every 5 minutes to ask if everything was good was quite annoying. The 'ice water gentleman' was great. You never asked for water, and when the glass was 1/2 empty, he was there refilling it. Great job! The final score of 2 stars is for the historic inn's ambiance and layout. We won't be back, and do not recommend.

Great meal on Father's Day at the 279 Social, after a taxing morning of shopping in the historic…read moreSmithville shoppes. We had no wait for a table around noon, although they were briskly busy on this holiday. Our server was relaxed and not bothered by the commotion, took his time and helped us through our choices. No brunch cocktails for us, we dug right in to meals. I chose the peach burrata caprese salad plate with a side of blackened chicken breast. Although the menu said the peaches would be grilled, they were cold. Perfectly ripe and firm, a great sweet contrast to the balsamic vinegar drizzle. Creamy burrata, basil, and sliced grape tomatoes rounded out the plate. This was a superb salad. The grilled chicken was a $6 add and came on a separate plate. Generous sized, the breast was well seasoned and tender. We took some home with spouse's plentiful potatoes from the skillet. Spouse went with the meat lovers skillet with scrambled eggs and wheat toast. The skillet had ham bacon sausage and cheddar cheese with a huge pile of potatoes and two scrambled eggs. It also included wheat toast. This was a lot of food! This is a bright, well lit, smartly decorated restaurant, where I would love to have spent time at happy hour. Good service, good food, not overpriced at all. Maybe another visit next time we're in New Jersey!

Cute place great ambiance we were in the area and decided to give it a try. I had the chicken and…read morewaffles and my husband had the hot honey chicken sandwich with fries. The waffle was delicious with a hint of vanilla and the chicken was crispy and juicy. We enjoyed the food and the service was good. I would definitely come back to try some of their other breakfast choices because I love a good breakfast/brunch.

The Smithville Bakery is ideally situated in the heart of the historic grounds, making it a perfect…read moreplace to take a break after browsing the shops! It can get quite busy, especially in the morning, so we usually try to stop by in the afternoon when things are quieter. The trade-off is that the baked goods can be a bit picked over on busier days. However, we visited on a quiet October weekday and were pleasantly surprised by the great variety still available, even late in the afternoon. The pasties are hearty and perfect for sharing. Today, we split a pumpkin cheese crumb bun, and it was MASSIVE! This thing weighed a ton, and we couldn't wait to dig in. Once comfortably settled with our coffees in the seasonally decorated seating area, we made quick work of that bun. And wow -- absolutely delicious! It tasted fresh, with a wonderful balance of textures and flavors. They also offer a couple of daily breakfast specials, so keep an eye out for those! The staff is friendly, the prices are reasonable, and whole pies are available to order or purchase directly from the window.

Second time here and each time it was a madhouse BUT, they do move the line quickly. They have a…read morefull service dine-in area but on this day, I just wanted to grab and go. So much to choose from. Various breads, donuts, cinnamon buns, and the lot. All decadent, all tempting, and all crazy affordable. I got the beignet because I'm a sucker for fried dough and powdered sugar. It was not your typical New Orleans beignet but it was yummy nonetheless. I'd get it over and over again. The young lady who helped me was wonderful and friendly. Even made quick conversation with my despite the long line. I got my treat and sat at the counter near the coffee station. Busy, crowded, but definitely a must try spot!

Lola's cafe has become my go to spot for a nice weekend brunch lately. It's such a cute French…read morestyle cafe where you order at the counter & then your food is brought out to you. Their matcha lattes have become my favorite after trying so many places in Atlantic county. I've had the pina colada, yuzu cream, and strawberry versions and they were all fantastic. They use a generous amount of ceremonial grade matcha powder and the syrups are homemade without being overly sweet. It actually tastes like matcha & isn't full of filler ingredients. I've also had the French press coffee & an Americano which were both solid. I'll have to try a latte next time. The food is incredible as well. Ive had their cacio e Pepe scrambled eggs that was a special and my go to lately has been the daily quiche. They both came with a house salad & the eggs were perfectly cooked & seasoned. If you like freshly cooked & good quality dishes, this is your spot. They have lighter items & comforting foods without making you feel overly stuffed. They are BYOB & they also have occasional evening events that I'm curious about trying someday. Definitely check them out if you haven't! There's lots of parking & they're right next to White Horse Wine.

Needed to kill some time and wanted to find a cafe that I could get some breakfast and coffee at…read morewhile I worked on my computer. This was the perfect spot, the staff was SO friendly and attentive. I had a strawberry fields latte and avocado toast. The one piece of criticism I'd have is the avocado tasted a little artificial like it might've came from a packet not a fresh avocado. I will definitely be back and recommend this place if you're looking for a cute spot to have some breakfast and coffee!

The staff is very friendly. It's clean and has a welcoming diner vibe.. The food was great. We…read morehad the ribeye sandwich and buffalo chicken wrap which we're both top-notch.

Hi there Yelpers. This counts as the fourth time coming to this diner to enjoy their breakfast. On…read morethree of four occasions I enjoyed - thoroughly - their Sunriser. That's creamed chipped beef over toast with two eyes any style but I get mine poached or over easy accompanied by grits. Yes. Grits. Which explains my finally trying their sausage and gravy. Quite traditional dish I'm told by a Floridian friend who I had join me this past week while she visited. We agreed that the server was allowing us the time we needed to catch up with the right amount of follow up. I'd have liked to have my water refilled one more time. But that was on me for not stopping to ask as she poured another cup of coffee for my friend. I've had their coffee and it's delicious. My friend enjoyed the international omelette. She enjoyed it. The diner has its own parking lot with plenty of parking. The inside is eclectic but with definite typical Jersey diner vibes and the counter and stools to go with it. I've sat at the counter and the service is cordial and inviting. Quick too when necessary. Enjoy if you are coming to or from ACY as it's close and you'll feel satisfied either arriving into the area before heading to AC or returning home. Enjoy!

Came here on the recommendation of friends and WOW, was it great. Eggs Benedict over Lump Crab…read moreMeat and Sauteed Spinach; scrumptious, my wife had the Egg Sandwich on a Kaiser Roll and it was iconically Jersey delicious. Great service, clean bathroom. Hope to go again.

Nice, friendly, inviting. Old town feel with good comfort food and excellent service…read more The ladies were quick to seat us and did several table touches to check in on how we were doing. The Lemon Blueberry Ricotta pancakes (subbed for regular pancakes) on the HungryJack plate were delicious! The portion sizes are huge, so it's an easy share meal or 2nd breakfast for later. There's plenty of seating and a screened-in outdoor patio for warmer weather months.

Food was very good Service was great would recommend…read more Prices were very reasonable Smithville Village overall is a great place to visit

We visited Galloway NJ (Marriott). Yelp had good ratings for Lakeside Grill so we decided to have…read morebreakfast there then walk around the many craft stores in Smithville NJ. LG was good. I had eggs benedict florentine with crispy hash brown potatoes. Very fresh and good tasting. My wife had a breakfast burrito which was also very good. Service could have been a bit faster since the restaurant was not busy. By the time we left the restaurant was full. I'd return for sure.