The first time I went into kitchen 519 was so long ago. I've gone back since then many times and…read moremust say that the food has really upgraded. Out of all of my visits, my favorite is the weekend brunch menu. There are so many yummy things to choose from like the breakfast burrito, the banana Forester French toast, the various of Benedict's including crab, and there were a bunch of various breakfast sandwiches, but the most menu appealing one that I liked is the pork roll. On my last trip I wound getting a chicken brie apples bacon on brioche bread. It was a special of the day. From the moment I bid into it, I knew I would love it for the savoriness, the crisp and sweet tasting bread. There was a side of potatoes... Very nicely seasoned and the perfect crunch to them. On my last visit, it was a total of 10 people in our group and the customer service was great. We were all able to pay with separate checks... Always a perk. The waiter was super super friendly and kept our coffee refills going. Inside it is busy which could lead away from the quiet ambience, but I didn't mind it at all.

Wow, this the dining highlight from my recent visit! I was staying in a West Deptford hotel and…read morethis is not that far away. What a neighborhood gem from service to execution. Former home vibe, i was one of the earliest weekday diners. Since it a solo dinner, I opted for a few sides: Kimchi rice Cucumber salad Brussel sprouts (no meat or butter) The cucumber salad was so good, I ordered a second portion!! The tofu burnt ends and bbq jack fruit sounded so intriguing that I almost begged the kind server to ask the chef if they could serve a side portion. Otherwise the bbq is served in pound increments. For my lucky tummy, they obliged and wow those are both delicious vegan options! Maybe next time, i will visit here earlier during my trip to be able to take home leftovers. Booth was cozy and love that water bottle to refill my glass is on my table which sounds weird but I drink alot of water! Small place , would recommend reservations for weekend dining. Parking lot was limited too. Enjoy!

Great service and great food! Philly cheese steak fire! came all the way from Texas to try this…read moreplace!

6-3-26Gotchicken cheesesteak wit cooper sharpcheese wit fried pepperoni& Cheesesteakwit cooper…read moresharpwit fried pepperoni staff is helpful& friendly

We were in the area, and they had great Google reviews. The staff was very nice and made sure to…read moreseat us right away. The prices are decent and the servings were kind of big. I got the bahn bread sandwich combo with my drink. My lady got a salmon ramen and I did the beef. Not a bad little treat. The ambiance was family friendly.

I've been here twice and here are the highlights:…read more Japanese curry over rice w chicken cutlet YUM! Tonkotsu Ramen YUM! Great ambience - happy decor and music. Halloween!! Staff are very friendly :) Struck up a nice convo and they hooked me up w free dessert. What great service! Not your typical ramen joint :)

Food was absolutely incredible! Our waitress was so kind and attentive and the service was very…read morefast. The place itself was very clean and although it was empty when we arrived, it seems like it would still be just as wonderful with a crowd.

I waited to make a review because I wanted to settle down, but seriously, a 3-hour wait for food…read moreeven on Cinco de Mayo is a bit much. I've had ong waits in the past -- about 4 visits in the last 18 months where the food is delayed. The food is OK, but nothing special (sorry). When I finally got my order, it was stone cold. I had ordered the enchilada platter -- an assortment. I sent back the platter (my first time ever -- and I just turned 74). I made everybody else start eating (they were starving). What I got back was three chicken enchiladas, barely warm and dry chicken with little sauce. I paid my bill, went home with more than half my meal and couldn't bear to eat it. It was tossed out in a day. I won't be back for another try even if my friend organizes another group dinner. This is my first Yelp review.

Super cool place!!! Service was fast!! Food was absolutely amazing! Large portions and delicious!!…read moreMy first Jersey Diner experience and it didn't disappoint!! Fatboy Approved!

Universally disappointing. We've been here other times when it's been pretty good, but today was…read morebad in every way. They've "improved" their breakfast specials by making them smaller and raising prices. Apparently, they're also saving money by adding absolutely no seasoning to their food. And our server raised disinterest and inattentiveness to an art form. It didn't help that we sat near a large group that seemed to be completing its training for the World Cussing Championships. It will be a good while before we give this place another try.

Kid Rip's Tavern is a really fun spot with great food, a huge bar, and a lively atmosphere. The…read morefood is consistently very good -- the burgers are huge, the fries are amazing, and the crab fries (made with real crab meat) are absolutely delicious... and that's coming from someone who doesn't even like crab all that much. One of the most fun things on the menu is their chicken "thumbs," which are shaped like little hands -- I wish I took a picture because they're great and definitely something you don't see everywhere. Service can be a little hit or miss, but not because the staff isn't working hard -- it's a big place and when it gets busy, it really gets busy, and they sometimes seem a bit understaffed for the rush. That said, everyone is always very friendly, which makes a big difference and keeps the experience positive. They also have a huge bar with several beers on tap, great specialty drinks, and drink specials, so it's a great place to hang out with friends and have a good time. Overall, definitely worth a visit. Just maybe don't go if you're in a big rush -- go when you have time to relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and have a good meal.

My foodie bestie and I added Kid Rips to our must try list years ago and finally got around to…read moretrying it. Parking was a challenge on a Friday night as every space was full and turning around in the back lot involves making a k turn around the other vehicles who are also looking for a spot. We ended up parking down the street and walking over. We were seated immediately, as the bar has ample seating, both high tops and regular tables. My bff wasn't in the mood for a cocktail so we opted for Arnold palmers. Now, I am a HUGE avocado fan and I had heard about their infamous avocado fries so I was super excited about trying them. That may or may not have been the main reason for my visit. The avocado fries are fresh large slices of avocado breaded in panko and fried with a sweet and tangy spicy mayo sauce. I loved them but my bff wasn't as excited. He informed me he isn't a huge fresh avocado fan, so this one is for the avocado lovers. We also opted for the chicken parm rollers which is described as "Chicken mixed with ricotta cheese, herbs and spices rolled in panko breadcrumbs served with house made marinara and shaved parmesan" - they are chicken meatballs. We expected something else and now that we've had them and I re-read the description I'm not sure what we had in mind but it wasn't this. They were just okay. I think if they were placed on a plate with seasoned whipped ricotta and drizzled with pesto it could boost the flavor experience. For our entrees my bff got the chicken strips with the sweet and sassy sauce and I opted for the KO burger. My KO burger was delicious. The seeded brioche bun was buttery and fresh and the burger itself was flavorful. The fries were also fantastic. Fresh cut and sprinkled with a sweet seasoning, I didn't even feel the need to add ketchup or a side of aioli or anything. They were perfect. I didn't try my bffs chicken tenders but the sweet and sassy sauce tasted just like buffalo sauce. Pretty sure it was the wrong sauce but he didn't say anything to our server so that's on us. If you are looking for a bar to hang out and watch sports, get a drink, and have a great burger, I'd recommend this place - but maybe uber there.

wide selection of good food. friendly service. to go orders always ready when promised.read more

I ordered delivery. It was fast and hot and the workers were nice. The noodles were over cooked and…read moredid not have a ton of flavor. They do have the best Papaya Salad I've had in the US.

Great, AMAZING, subs! Grew up in Monmouth County in the 70s…read moreand remembered the best subs from Joyce's in Lincroft. Never thought I'd taste anything that could compare, but Somerdale Cold Cuts subs were just as good! Maybe even better, but childhood memories always make things stand apart!

I was nervous and excited to visit. I lived nearby over 30 years ago and Somerdale Cold Cuts was a…read morefavorite. We went 45 minutes out of our way and it was with it. Too often old memories are sweetened by time, I'm hoping it's not 30 years until I can go back. My Italian Sub was wonderful. My group of 9 that I drug along in this journey were happy they went along for the ride.

I got the cheddar and broccoli soup with the rice bowl. it was pretty delicious-- however I felt…read moretheir prices were a bit high. $6-$8 for a cup/bowl of soup w/o meat seems a bit much. The guys are super cool and very nice. I also wish they had more of a variety-- fish, broccoli, and indian soup.

Patio dining is where it's at!…read more We visited Filomena's Lakeview with another couple on a Wednesday evening. We enjoyed a pre-dinner drink at the bar, and we were so impressed by how friendly the bartenders were. They were engaging and social. They set off our evening on a high note! My Pink Jaguar cocktail was beautiful and caused quite a buzz among the bar patrons! We opted to sit outside, and we are glad we did. The space is open and breezy but fully covered. No need to worry if a passing shower makes its way overhead. Steamed clams in white wine and Truffle fries for the table to start. Yum! All entrees are accompanied by a house salad or Ceasar salad. Our group ordered the Limone Chicken, Chicken Sfiziosa, Steak Frite, and the Eggplant Meatballs/Risotto. Everything came out piping hot and delicious. We loved everything. I know their linguine is house made, but not certain of the other pasta varietals. Cheesecake and Cannoli for dessert, because why not? Really nice experience! Our server was sweet and super-efficient. My only question for Filomena's Lakeview is "Where is the lake?" :)

Traveling in from Ohio for this week's 4th of July and stopped here before visiting family. The…read moreoutside of the restaurant was very large. We arrived around 3:45 PM without reservations and they immediately took us to an open table. Iced Waters were instant. Our server was very pleasant and she took our order. Bread quickly followed with two types served: Italian with sesame seeds and focaccia; however I was puzzled that it was served with a plate of hot peppers and onions in a juice. It seemed off but perhaps it's a Jersey thing. I've been all over in Italy and have never seen this. Olive oil would have been fine along with a splash of balsamic vinegar. Either way I skipped bread condiments. Next came the Fried Tomatoes topped with Lump Crab as an appetizer, but once again I had another head-scratcher, as this dish wasn't typical. First the entire dish lacked seasoning plus salt. Then red tomatoes were used and we all know what happens when you try to fry one. It turns to water after you cut it. The lump crab is what probably made this dish pricey but 3 thinly slices of a red tomato caught me off guard. Now for the final knock out: I ordered the Bone In Pork Chop and impressed that I was asked how Iiked it prepared? I said 145 degrees. She said, you mean well- done. I stated no, that would be in a range of medium. Lo and behold, it was fantastically preparation temperature, but it came topped with the same peppers and onions concoction that came out with the bread. I had no idea that this was a smothered situation. My broccolini was also a mystery. The mashed potatoes were mid. Now on to my daughter's chicken Parmesan: She said that it lacked flavor and had to add salt and pepper and also stated that the sauce was loose and there was too little of it. My wife enjoyed her Salmon. Jersey is cooking differently!!!!! I forgot to add: Underneath of my pork chop I discovered a mysterious piece of corn. I had no corn in my dish??????