Whenever I'm in New Jersey, I always try and stop at a diner for breakfast, lunch or a late nite bite. Since the pandemic, many diners are no longer 24 hours. I of course used Yelp to find a good diner on my drive from New Brunswick to Atlantic City. I found Broad Street located in Keyport not far from the Garden State Parkway. It's your "classic" diner which has that 1950's vibe with the exterior and interior decor. Elvis paraphernalia is featured here. They had a busy lunch crowd. I sat at the counter and ordered a McCaffrey Wrap which comes with grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar jack cheese, lettuce, tomato and honey mustard. It was really good. The side of sweet potato fries were crispy and seasoned just right. The staff were courteous and the service quick. There is a small parking lot that can accommodate about five cars. There was plenty of on street parking. The downtown area was nice and you can take a nice walk after dining here to the waterfront. read more

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In my opinion, this is the best diner in New Jersey, hands-down. Everything I've ever had here has been delicious and satiating. I love the pancakes and eggs, especially love the biscuits and gravy. The cheesesteak is great so are the burgers... I can go on and on. And it's not only the food. The atmosphere is great and the people who work there are just amazing so friendly so helpful so accommodating I grew up in diners and this is one of my favorite places to spend time. read more

Excellent little diner that by far stands out as the best in the area and has delicious food. My only slight downfall with them is how small the place is so it can be hard to get a table at peak hours but that's just how most old diners are. Always whipping up amazing specials that will really wow you! Authentic old diners car with decor that matches. Never had anything I didn't like at broad street. Their different takes they do on chicken and waffles are to die for. If you looking for good, old school Americana diner food on the Bayshore area, broad street is the spot! read more

Broad Street Diner - Chicken and waffles - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

I ordered door dash so can't speak to service or atmosphere BUT I scarfed this omelet down ! WOW I got it with cheese, garlic & onions - rye toast and home fries . I had an evening time craving for an omelet and this did not disappoint! read more

Broad Street Diner - Omelet and home fries - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

This diner is the epitome of size doesn't matter. A tiny diner with a handful of tables and booths but the environment could not have been cozier. The staff was fantastic, it was beautifully decorated for the holidays and the food was great. Typical diner menu but with a few great standouts. I ordered the crab cake Benedict which was huge and delicious. Everything was quick, friendly and decently priced. I am not generally a diner fan but this one makes it clear why it's voted as a top 5 diner in NJ. It lives up to the hype and very few places generally do. read more

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10+ The Broad Street Diner in Keyport has passed the test of time in maintaining the careful preparation & luscious taste of its' food. Today we had the fried cod fish lunch. The Greek chicken soup was creamy & tasty. The battered cod & fries were crispy on the outside & tender on the inside. The biscuit was heavenly, soft inside & well cooked on the outside. Even the tartar sauce was fresh & tasty. The rice pudding was creamy & fresh as well. It's rare when a restaurant maintains their quality & service for many years & the Broad Street Diner has accomplished this with flying colors once again. Thanks for delicious meal! read more

I can see why this is regarded as one of the top diners in Nj Visited on a random weekday and was pleasantly surprised. Not only is the service good but for a small diner, it was clean and the food tasted fantastic. The food came out super fast as you would expect for a diner, the meatloaf tasted really good and was cooked to perfection, the asparagus was delicious but the potato's were a tiny bit bland. The chicken sandwich was good, the fries and onions rings were surprisingly good. I would most definitely stop by for a quick bite whenever I'm in the area. read more

Broad Street Diner - French onion soup - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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Solid diner. Prob best around! Turkey soup is delicious. Love the interior, small, takes you back in time, no frills. Service is fast.

A fun find -- We were coming from Sandy Hook when we wanted to stop for dinner. As this place had good reviews, we stopped in (public parking across the street) and were seated in a cute booth. The servers were jolly and our food came out quickly after hot teas that we ordered. The nachos grande was good, as was the Greek salad (I removed the bread), and my husband had the club sandwich. There was a fun mix of oldies on as we ate and there were fun style elements to give the place an older vibe. There's even a statue of Elvis playing guitar outside. read more

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They say they're the best diner in NJ. I'll let you decide. The railroad size building takes me back to years gone by. The decor is really retro, some with pictures of Keyport from the turn of the 20th century. There's about 15 tables and 10 stools. The food came out quickly exactly as ordered. Service is decent and friendly. You should note the hours they are open: Sunday thru Friday 8-3pm. Saturday 8-8pm. Hmm. If you commute to the city, you won't be having breakfast here. It's a minor inconvenience. I didn't get a chance to ask why the shortened hours, especially for a diner. Prices are reasonable and free parking is best across the street. read more

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Great little diner. The food is great and service was awesome. We order French vanilla hot coffee (so good I don't need sugar), the Elvis French toast and Broad street waffle breakfast sandwich with home fries. Everything was fresh and so yummy. We will be back! read more

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Ambience was great. Love the old school feel with lots of nostalgic pics. Menu was awesome with lots of options and even some funky choices. Service was great despite it being a packed Saturday late morning. My wife ordered a Texas toast grilled cheese with pork roll which was really good. I ordered the James dean wrap which was sausage, bacon, eggs, cheese and tomatoes. I'm unsure if it was my taste or something else but I tasted chemicals when I ate it. Since I'm not in the business of sending food back I opted to eat 1/2 and take the rest home. My wife really enjoyed her food. read more

Broad Street Diner - James Dean - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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Is this the best diner in NJ? They certainly claim to be, and after my visit this past Wednesday at around 10 AM, I can see why they're in the running. Stepping into this 1952 Jerry O'Mahony railcar is like a total time warp. The decor is wonderfully retro, featuring photos of Keyport from the turn of the 20th century. It's comfortable inside--about 15 tables and 10 stools--and remarkably clean. The service was inviting and friendly; my food came out quickly and exactly as ordered. I went for the Broad Street Waffle Sandwich, and it was massive! Definitely a signature dish that hits that sweet and savory craving perfectly. For about $17, the portion was huge. I also had coffee, fresh OJ, and a side of bacon. In total it was about $30 before tax and tip. A few pro-tips for your visit: Parking: Don't stress the parallel parking; there's free parking in the lot across the street. Hours: Heads up, they have "diner-lite" hours. They're open Sun-Fri 8 AM-3 PM and Sat 8 AM-8 PM. If you're a city commuter, you probably won't make it for breakfast, which is a minor inconvenience. Dietary Needs: They offer gluten-free bread for sandwiches, which is a nice find for an old-school spot. Student Perks: If you're an Rutgers student on a budget, their mid-week lunch specials are a solid value. The only reason it's not a 5/5 is the limited weekday hours, but for a nostalgic meal that hits the spot, this is a must-visit in Keyport! read more

The food is always amazing. The service is awesome and friendly. The old school feel of the dinner really brings you back. We go every time we are visiting read more

Broad Street Diner - Ultimate biscuits and gravy - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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Unreal diner. Great daily specials, very friendly staff, great atmosphere and the food is amazing. Everything on the menu is top notch, high quality. Big portions and fair prices. Can't go wrong here ever read more

I am giving it a 4 because my friend loved his luncheon special (Guido Burger & fries, with a split pea soup for starters) but I was not particularly impressed with my Broad Street Omelet. His split pea soup was thick and tasty. The Guido Burger was a large piece of chopped meat smothered in Swiss cheese and pastrami. He loved his lunch. My omelet had potential as it was extremely large but it came out well done and I have no idea why unless that's how they do all the omelets. Our server was OK but not great--I had to hunt them down for a coffee refill. Also, the gyro meat was pretty bland. The veggies in the omelet were well-cooked and tasty. The place looks like a throwback to a 50s diner. Love the Elvis statue outside and the memorabilia inside. Very impressive and customer friendly young man (probably the manager) at the cash register. I'd go back but not for an omelet. read more

Broad Street Diner - Overcooked Broad Street Omelette - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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The breakfast is out of this world The penne vodka with chicken is tasty too! The chicken croquet dinner is delicious read more

I ordered a All American cheeseburger well-done and it made me feel sick to the stomach. I got bloated real bad and I had a stomachache for the rest of the night. I don't know if that is with all the food or just the burger but I wouldn't recommend eating meat there. The service was OK. EDIT: It has been 3 days and I am still sick to my stomach. Be aware! read more

The food amazing don't get the churros waffle if you don't want to kill your diet it so good and the service is amazing so is the atmosphere

Who doesn't love a solid diner? Especially one that has the "old-school" vibes. Broad St is small and has the quintessential red seats and silver tables with fun pictures on the walls. Because it's small it gets busy fast, so we got there right when it opened at 8am which was smart. I love a diner that has a make-your-own omelet option so I went that route. My omelet was huge and very filling. My only criticism is I prefer my veggies/ingredients inside to be more chopped up - there were huge chunks of everything. The breakfast potatoes were delicious - nicely seasoned, though a huge portion! I could only eat about half of my breakfast because it was so much! read more

Broad Street Diner - Menu - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

Just ordered 2 burger deluxe and 2 shakes for takeout. $43! I'm pretty sure I was charged a card fee even though I paid cash. The burgers were not good. Tasted over seasoned. The fries were cold and not enough salt. Tasted like Burger King fries. The onion rings were OK. The shakes were watery and we could hardly taste that they were supposed to be chocolate. Not going back. Not for me.​ read more

I'm a huge fan of Diners in general, but add to that a classic style Diner with silver paneling, curved exteriors along with old fashioned counter and booth seating and you will get my business at least once to experience the setting. Broad Street Diner is a perfect example of this. As I write this review, I have actually visited this Diner twice, but I wanted to get two visits in before writing this review. Broad Street Diner is not just silver with a retro feel, they fully embrace it. The exterior has a statue of Elvis (no, really) while the interior has a ton of signs and posters hanging throughout (even in the bathrooms where John Wayne watches over you as you do your business in the men's room). Even smaller details like the condiment holders at the booths call back to another era with clips on top and Tabasco sauce branding. It's quite a trip just walking through the doors and soaking it all in. Service has always been friendly each time I've eaten here. It's also extremely fast. On my last visit, my girlfriend and I each ordered a platter and then an order of their AMAZING "Elvis" French Toast (with peanut butter and bananas) and I swear everything came out in under 15 minutes but nothing looked rushed on the plate. The two items I had recently that I declare "MUST TRY" are the Juicy Lucy burger and the aforementioned "Elvis" French Toast. The Juicy Lucy is just as described, a monster of a burger with cheese melted inside and on top of the patty. It was cooked perfectly and the onion rings I had with it were crisp, fresh and delicious. The French Toast is an insane dish with layers of French Toast, a peanut butter sauce and bananas in between each layer. I was only able to have two bites and had to take the rest to go because it is so rich and filling (the leftovers made for a great snack the next day). Broad Street Diner is a treasure and I am so glad a place like this still exists. It's a bit of a drive for me to get there, but the surrounding Keyport area is a wonderful way to spend a day so I'm happy to do it. read more

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Always prompt, great service each year they get better, low staff turnover so the owners must treat them good

Yes the food overall here is very good. Been here over 10 times. Service is solid too. Ambience is cool - retro jersey diner. Don't order a burger. It is a previously frozen garbage patty that is barely 1/4 inch thick and has zero meat flavor. It says it's "their own blend" on the menu. Weird. Also got 6 pieces of shredded lettuce. That was comical. So I ate 2 bites of the burger. Also, the cornbread stuffing was raw in the middle and looked like it would be crispy on the outside. Nope, just microwaved to heat back up. Yes I'm picky lol. Ate 2 bites. Bland. So I left most of the food on the plate, paid and left. read more

Great food always! Has been are go to breakfast place for years. The best service with a smile.

The Broad Street Diner is a GEM! My dad and I have been going pier finish since I was a little girl and when Broad Street Diner came on my radar I planned a morning trip with a goal to hit this spot on our way home. My mom heard that we were going to stop by a Diner instead of a bagel shop and decided to tag along as well. Even though we were there at the crack of dawn, this place was PACKED. To put things into perspective it was a Sunday and the establishment itself isn't large by any means; It's tiny with an old-timey aesthetic. We put our name down on a list and decided to walk around near by since we had some time to kill. When we were finally seated, we were in awe by the aesthetic, the service, and heck the menu. I ordered the Churro waffle which is deep fried waffle goodness topped with cinnamon sugar sandwiching some delicious vanilla ice cream. It was PURE PERFECTION. I was in heaven and I was not sharing one bite. My dad had the classic Benedict which looked and tasted spot on while my mom was hoping to get a fruit filled crepe, but was sadly disappointed by them not having that as an option. Instead she ordered a dutch apple pancake which she was pretty happy with. Since my first visit, whenever someone mentions Key Port I tell them they NEED to go to the Broad Street Diner - It's well worth it. read more

Broad Street Diner is one of the best diners I've been to. For diner food it's really good. It's a very small and cozy old fashioned diner. They post their specials everyday on their Facebook page. I had the Texas BBQ chicken melt and the anrgry crab cake grilled cheese for dinner here. Both sandwiches were served on Texas Toast. They were both very good, but the angry crab cake grilled cheese stole the show! It was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! The Texas toast was buttery, and the chipotle mayo was amazing! It was nice and cheesy too. I had the matzoh ball and the lobster bisque soup both were fair. That's ok though because the dinners were huge, and I'd rather fill up on that. For dessert I had the Oreo and chocolate cheesecakes here for Both were good, but the cake part was dry. If your looking for a great diner I recommend going to Broad Street Diner in Keyport! read more

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Good little diner. You can't beat a Jersey diner. This was good. It looked like an old school diner from back in the day and not much has changed. I love it. I love the old look and keeping things original. And the food was delicious. Big portions. I couldn't finish it all. The biscuits and gravy were omg. Staff was also very friendly and outgoing. read more

The ambiance is nostalgic and the food is delicious. The service was impeccable. They even had "real" maple syrup when I asked for it. read more

Broad Street Diner - French toast with real maple syrup. - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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Is it the "#1 Diner in NJ"? I can't tell because there are a lot of great diners in The Garden State, but it certainly has an argument that it is. What is undeniable is that this tiny railroad car stainless steel kitchen and dining room is a stone cold classic of the genre. It is ably assisted by its ideal location on the main drag in Keyport, one of the almost forgotten Jersey towns along the Raritan Bay. It is historic and charming and well worth your time to visit, grab a bite and stroll the small downtown and waterfront promenade. The panoramic view across the bay and New York harbor to the skyline of Lower Manhattan is stupendous on a clear blue sky day. That was our plan when we arrived, but little did we know that the Broad Street Diner would be so much fun. Jammed on a Sunday, we lucked into two spinners at the counter, where we were able to watch the crazy floor show put on by the staff. They were zany, loaded with local color and game to engage with their customers. They were a hoot! I opted for breakfast (Broad Street Omelet) and my friend, lunch (Pulled Pork Sandwich and Sweet Potato Fries). Both were delicious and more than either of us could consume. My home fries were more than half the large plate and had ample onion/pepper mixed in. The sweet taters were crisp and if possible, superior to the white spuds. Coffee was excellent, too. You owe it to yourself to visit Keyport for several hours or even a night, grab a meal at the BSD, and walk the promenade while gandering the Big Apple across the water. There are several other interesting restaurants and small shops around town, all of which can be walked in good weather. Charmante tout le jour! read more

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Super friendly staff. And lunch was pretty awesome too !!! Huge portions and really tasty! I can't wait to come back read more

Broad Street Diner - Huevos rancheros ($12.95) - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

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Food was absolutely delicious I got the French onion soup and the burger definitely was worth it I would go if I were you. The service was amazing . And the whole restaurant looks like you're in a back then diner you will see pictures of it when it first opened. read more

first the diner is tiny and thought oh boy we were gonna have a long wait for a group of 5 but NOPE, they have the staff moving and grooving and having tables in and out BUT not in a way you feel rushed when eating. The service is generally just that good that you arent waiting forever for your food and comes out nice and hot. The staff is always very friendly and helpful with any menu questions. Best of all the prices are fair and meals are large! I had the two eggs any style and my eggs came out perfect over hard and the home fries had to be my favorite! the kids meals are such a great size my boys could have shared one meal if we wanted. The bowl my husband had was good! it had a lot of flavor to it and just what he likes. My mother had the French toast and said they were delicious. We were there maybe an hour and there was people in and out. It really was the cutest decor as well with the old school style. Would def come back if I was in the area and would recommend it to anyone! read more

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Food is just ok, although servings are large. Our waitress was nice when interacting to take our order, but other than we never saw her. She never offered refills. The place has a history it, so should try it once. But I probably wouldn't go more than once or twice. Note: They upcharge 3% if you use a credit card to pay read more

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The Broad Street Diner is a diner's diner! Everything about it is what nostalgic diners look like and what modern diners try to mimic, but fail! The old diner car is real and there are lots of old-time memorabilia such as various Elvis ceramic figures inside such as a chunky Elvis on a shelf and outside with a life-size Elvis wearing blue suede shoes! Also nestled on the shelf a Betty Boop ceramic figure and Laurel and Hardy! Classic spin-top high stools are situated on the counter and some tables have booths and some in the middle without! There are a good amount of items on the menu. Items with a red star are favorites! It is no surprise that Elvis French Toast is one and then something I have not seen before the Chocolate Babka French Toast! I can get fat just by perusing the menu! The servings are huge with black and white checkered trim. The Canadian bacon was nice and thick and I got three pieces with the eggs. The Home Fried potatoes were nicely browned and seasoned with some bits of onion! Though I could only taste a few chunks of potatoes, it was enough to know they were really tasty! The omelettes are huge too and pancakes nice and fluffy! The diner has the biggest muffins I have ever seen and they also have their own bottled soda! Waiters are friendly and very capable! Bathroom is lined with old tiles yellow and trim black, no doubt from the old days! Frequent return customers eat here as the staff know them! With some really good food, I can see why! read more

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Diner is a thing in Jersey and we must go to one at least once when we visit. This time we went to Broad Street Diner in Keyport. The restaurant had cute decorations and cozy seatings. We were able to dine in at the time and staff wore their masks when they talked to us, but not when they talked to each other though. The menu was huge and very hard to pick something from because everything looked good. We decided to pick something from the All Day Special menu and even with that, we were still struggling. Our server was like a wonder woman and made the recommendations for our indecisive mind, thank you Nicole. We got balsamic pork chops, shrimp and broccoli alfredo, and mac n cheese wedges for starter. The meal also came with soup and puddings. We picked lobster bisque and split pea for our soup choice. We were most impressed with the pork chops. It was perfectly tender covered in mozzarella cheese. Each bite screamed heart attack but we didn't care, it was that good. Our least favorite was actually the lobster bisque, the split pea soup was waaaaay tasieter compared to it. Overall, we liked the food and the portion. Our plates were as big as the menu and we had plenty of leftovers. The service was excellent. We would definitely recommend. read more

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This is the best diner in the area. The food never disappoints, every single thing I've tried has been fantastic but my all time favorite is the sausage biscuits with gravy. read more

It's one of the best diners you'll ever step foot in. The food here is incredible, I love that there are always new items they keep adding. The fried pork with sausage gravy was one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. This place is a must! read more

Broad Street Diner - Fried pork with sausage gravy. You need to order this! - Diners Near Me - Keyport, New Jersey

The Broad Street Diner in Keyport has a quaint 50's atmosphere, a very friendly and efficient staff, delicious food, unique daily specials and good parking. read more

Even during off hours, this place is busy. Why not? The menu is outstanding and the choices are mouthwatering. The lunch counter is all retro as our some of the waitresses. Brisket hash was the bomb! Great vibe and looking forward to enjoying soon, again. read more