Back again after more than 5 years it seems! Restaurant has been remodeled and is smaller than I remember. 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! read more

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

Circle Diner - Belgian Waffle Sundae - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

This is a small diner in a small strip mall that faces a large circular intersection with parking behind the businesses. It's been there at least 30 years and probably doesn't sit more than 40 people max. While not spectacular the food has been reliably good over the years and not too expensive. I hadn't been there in a while so I was there with my wife for breakfast. The service was acceptable, food was hot and ample. I would have given the location 3 stars but for a couple gnats that kept coming flying around us. This is the first time we've experienced that so we'll give them another chance but they need to address that problem. read more

The food was terrific and the presentation of it was beautiful great job highly recommend especially for breakfast great service also thank you for my new breakfast diner. read more

So decided to check this place out again after 1 year and a half. It was a late weekday morning. The place was not busy and the server was very kind. I ordered breakfast: pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee Coffee was actually OK Pancakes -good taste but thin (not fluffy) decent size Bacon- super thin, small links but crispy and kind of salty for my taste Prices-normal I guess but for me, I would rather go to TriValley for those prices-actually TriValley may be less costly and their servings are more generous. Will return for lunch.....out of curiosity. read more

Circle Diner - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

Maybe I just had bad luck. I ordered the pot roast and it was chewy and flavorless. All one has do is add adequate flavoring and simmer over a low heat; pot roast is a hard dish to screw up, but they managed. The chicken soup should have had some bouillon added to it - it was watery and bland. read more

I've been coming here for years, the food has always been quick, decent quality (not gourmet), and a reasonable price. Even with previous changes in management, everything was remarkably consistent. There must have been another change in ownership over the past few months (although I havent seen a sign from the parking lot), and service has definitely suffered. New staff seems confused, gets orders wrong, asks questions I've never been asked before (how do I want my egg? For a breakfast sandwich?), rings up orders wrong, or accidently leaves the phone misplaced in the cradle so you can't get through. What was previously a good sized wrap today was half the size, with most of the wrap tucked in at the ends. Wil have to start looking for other places to go. read more

Checked out this place under new management after the owner distributed flyers around the neighborhood, food was delicious and they have a diverse menu which is a biggie when ur tired of the same old american cuisine. Food was delicious and at a fair price. Huesvos Rancheros were excellent, Its new and at the moment i only saw one waiter dashing about but service was good and im glad to have found a decent diner near dumont besides Matthews. I will be returning for brunch FYI they never have Monterey Jack cheese dont know why, but some of their dishes include it but they never have it in stock, bummer otherwise id give this place 5 stars read more

Circle Diner - Huevos Rancheros were phenomenal and come with black beans n avocado, tortillas n crispy hashbrowns - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

The Circle is a true gem! The food is simple, old school diner goodness. The waitresses make you feel like family...they are warm, friendly and real. Finally the prices are very reasonable especially for a meal that is this delicious and fresh. Nothing fancy here...but for breakfast or lunch out this is always our family's #1 choice. read more

Circle Diner - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

Delivery is fast and reliable. I like the wide selection of food and beverage options. Sometimes, on a hot summer day, you just need some freshly whipped milkshakes delivered to your door. This diner does not disappoint read more

I ordered a Chicago burger which was pretty good w french fries. I also ordered 2 chicken parmigiana w French fries and the sandwich had 3 tiny pieces of chicken on each piece of bread without any sauce or cheese. I was hoping it would have had some kind of sauce but was dry. read more

Have lived in town for years but this is the first time I'm going into the diner. It is in the same shopping area the Walgreens is at. Waiting for breakfast the place seems to be busy which is a great sign. Food was great service was wonderful. Would definitely come back for another meal. They do have specials throughout the day. read more

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PROS: The parking is plentiful and there's a variety of food to choose from. Keeping in mind it's a diner, the prices aren't that bad for what your getting. The staff is nice to you and the food is cooked quickly. A good place if your desperate and need a quick bite to eat CONS: The place is cramped and the quality of the food is lousy! When you enter the place you can tell some of the tables and half of the counter hasn't been cleaned in years. Sometimes the waitress even screws up your order. OVERALL: For a diner, it's a little below average. It's prices and choices are good, but the quality and the staffs knowledge is poor. I suggest going to the tenafly diner one town over instead read more

I've never been here before they renovated but I definitely am a fan of the 'new' Circle Diner. The service is friendly, the restaurant is clean, + the food is good with great prices. Definitely a great local place to have breakfast, lunch or dinner. Highlights: - The gravy that comes with their disco fries is REALLY good. - Chicken tenders are delicious, they are a perfect appetizer size. - Corn beef hash + eggs here are pretty tasty. They are served with potatoes and toast for under $7, can't beat that deal. read more

Very solid local diner with a big menu, nicely renovated interior and polite staff. We regularly pop in after church or while out and about, and we have been really happy with everything we've tried from their breakfast menu. It's kid-friendly and has ample parking, and while it's small, it's usually not crowded, which is my #1 requirement for going out to brunch with kids! read more

Tried the NEW Circle Diner and Pizza on Sunday. Ordered a meat-lovers pie and an order of fried calamari. Friendly service and I like how they've updated the place but the food was only average. For pizza, lots of better options in town. I will give them another try but with diner options and see how they do. Prices seem reasonable so I'm hoping that it was just an off night. read more

One of the best kept secrets in the area for breakfast. Where else can you get 2 eggs done any way you wish, home fries, toast and coffee or french toast and coffee for $3.25. You know its a good deal by looking at the senior customer base, the median age of the customers appear to be 60 . Not a fancy place by any means but clean and staffed by a friendly crew. read more

Circle Diner - the front of the restaurant - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

One of Dumont's best kept secrets. Tucked away in the circle, this place is great for breakfast and lunch and is very inexpensive. You'll love it too. read more

Circle Diner - Great place for breakfast and lunch. - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

Cute little hidden gem! It doesn't look like much from the outside but the food is wonderful and the service is fast! Diner style restaurant that also has pizza pies and calzones. I got the crispy chicken sandwich and it was super crispy and flavorful. The food is also pretty cheap compared to other diners in the area. read more

Circle Diner - Crispy chicken sandwich with a side of avocado! - Diners Near Me - Dumont, New Jersey

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I've only been to this diner twice and so far I think it's excellent. The waitresses here are extremely generous and obviously enjoy their job. There's plenty of seating here both next to the counter and at the various tables in the diner. The place has a nice, bright interior with great decor that gives you the impression that you are actually eating at a real diner. Circle has a pleasant, diverse menu with lots of great options to choose from. I tried a breakfast special that came with two eggs, home fries, toast, and coffee for a fair price that was well cooked and tasted great. Overall, Circle has a friendly, attentive staff and serves great food. Try them out! read more

This is the ultimate neighborhood diner. You're always running into friends. David and Maria and the rest of the crew are super welcoming. Value for $ is the best I've found in this pricey area. The breakfast special cannot be beat. By the way, they're often open on holidays because they have so many customers in the nearby apartments who rely on Circle as their go-to source of food; so they stay open for the sake of these folks. Kind, good people. read more

I always really enjoy coming here. Our family has been coming here for many years. We came before it was bought and now under the new owners it is still great. Cozy, comfortable atmosphere. Food is always delicious. Owner is really friendly. I love the Mexican Omelette and get that a lot cause i love spicy food. Enjoy! :) read more

Its not the greasy spoon it once was, new folks own it and Very cordial, great food and will change anything to your taste. Free delivery! Large variety makes it a very good for eat in delivered! read more

$7 go and 20 min wait for a Taylor Han, egg, and cheese. Long wait to be ripped off. read more

Good portions, reasonable prices and seasoned very well. Great diner spot. Called for pick up and food was ready and hot.

Nifty little place! Quite cheap, old-timey, the waitresses are all cute friendly old ladies. I usually stop by to pick up breakfast (make sure to check out the breakfast deal- a steal for less than 4 bucks!- only before 10:30 am I think) since I occasionally work nearby. Can't review their lunch/dinner. but if it similar to breakfast, very tasty (because everything is kinda DRENCHED in butter lol). I enjoy stopping by even if I'm just picking food up, just from the lovely atmosphere and the cheerful greetings I get. Swing by if you're in the area! read more

This place is fine. I had some worries when I saw a guy near the dumpsters, behind the building, in his work apron. I commented that he should have removed the apron before he left the establishment he worked in (standard food safety protocol). I had thought he worked at the Chicken Delight (I've never eaten there but, I guess do to the name, I don't think much of them) but, as I started into my breakfast I saw the same guy walk in, take off his jacket, and get back to work... I ordered the Mexican Eggs which is two eggs done your way (over easy) with black beans seasoned well over three corn tortillas served with fried potatoes and some avocado. It was pretty tasty. I had hoped for my spice from the advertised jalapeno but it was missing so I asked for hot sauce. All they had was Franks which was very disappointing considering the staff looked Hispanic and, as such, I would have expected something better/tastier (like a Sontava, Melinda's or El Yucateco). My girlfriend ordered French Toast with eggs and sausage. The F/T had a tasty cinnamon flavor to them. The scrambled she ordered were lacking in flavor but the sausage was not. The sausage was thick link with lots of flavor; it was damn yummy. Despite some hiccups Circle is a adequate diner/restaurant in Dumont. read more

Good, small, solid diner with a little something for everyone. Sandwiches, burgers, an all day breakfast menu and quite a few veggie options. You won't go away hungry. Downside is there's only one restroom for the entire restaurant. Can be a bit of a wait when the place is busy. read more

Had never gone here before the remodel and reopening. Nice little diner with a big menu. I love to order the bagel and lox platter and stare out the window, watching the cars drive around the circle. Reasonable prices. read more

I went here for the first time after running the Dumont 5K. I arrived at 10am on a Saturday to a very crowded and loud restaurant. It took about a minute for, what looked to be the owner, to greet me. It's a small area without the luxury of much elbow room. He gave me the option of one of the two available tables or counter. I wasn't going to occupy an entire table for just myself so I chose the counter. I was asked for a beverage before I looked at the menu. I requested and received grapefruit juice which later, I did not see listed on the menu. My meal was Eggs Benedict with homefries which I had never tried before. I ate it while watching Barney & Friends on NJTV and listening to some background music which I couldn't make out from all the noise. It was a fine dining experience even when the owner spilled a drink and broke a glass in the corner of the restaurant and then asked for it to be mopped up. You can see everyone working very hard just to catch up. read more

You just cant beat the breakfast specials in this place!...Great staff and good food at a reasonable price. Owned by the same family for over 20 years. read more

This place is a great little restaurant for a cup of coffee or bargain, but amazing food. Their breakfast deal is the best around, and the service is very high quality and friendly. The place has a family feel, and is an overall great value. I hope you take a visit. read more