Flight Deck Diner

Busy Sunday Mid morning (10am)…read more Staff appeared to be pretty efficient. Order was taken had food within 15 minutes. The cooks run like a well oiled machine. Coffee is your average run of the mill diner coffee. Waitress was nice. Did not catch her name though. Casual diner. Love the placemats with local services on them.

Horrible diner experience, it actually was comically bad. We were excited because it looks like…read morethis place has good reviews. :( There were not enough menus at first so we were without a menu for a while, until they found one. Then, they were playing extremely sexually explicit music on the speakers ("me so hor** me love you long time -women moaning noises-) Next, our food took an unusually long time, we got a burger and fettuccini Alfredo. The burger was ok but the fettuccini was not able to be eaten, it was literally swimming in sauce: we tried to take some out which the excess was over a cup and still drenched, you could drink it. I also discovered a hair buried in the sauce after I already ate some and as I was trying to scoop out the sauce. it was $20 down the toilet for my meal. Then the waitress dismissed us and ignored that we brought up we couldn't even finish it sadly. She just gave us the check and walked away and ignored us after we tried to nicely mention it a few times. The lady at the counter asked how it was and we admitted pretty disappointing, but then she sort of made a joke about it instead ("some people like a lot of sauce"). She gave us a "small discount" of $2 off a $50 check and then readded $3 for the credit card fee. Then my mom and I walked in the parking lot and she stepped in a huge puddle of sewage coming from the building at the side of the restaurant near the end of the sidewalk. That was really just the grand finale. Really terrible service. It just stinks to work so hard for your money just to throw it out.

Homemade warm bread and butter

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Interior of the restaurant featuring the counter

Surfside West Diner

4.5(197 reviews)

4.6 mi

This was, without a doubt, the most extraordinary dining experience of my entire life. From start…read moreto finish, every moment was a masterpiece. We have been loyal Cape May devotees for twenty years, but our spontaneous venture into Wildwood Crest turned out to be a gastronomic revelation. On our final day before heading back to the beloved Cape, we stumbled upon this gem of a diner. From the instant we walked through the door, we were treated like royalty. A warm, enthusiastic greeting ushered us into a charming, spotless booth. The atmosphere radiated with nostalgic American charm. Our waitress, the epitome of friendliness, promptly took our drink orders, setting the tone for an unforgettable culinary journey. My husband selected the macadamia nut French toast, while I opted for the Greek-style Hangover. Both dishes transcended mere breakfast fare and entered the realm of the sublime. My plate, an exquisite blend of savory chipped beef, creamy feta, roasted tomatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs, was nothing short of heavenly. Each bite was a symphony of flavors and textures, an experience so divine it could have earned a Michelin star. I am still in awe, with the taste lingering as a cherished memory. And then there was the macadamia nut French toast. Imagine the softest, fluffiest slices of French toast, bathed in golden syrup and crowned with delicate macadamia nuts and brown sugar. Each bite was an ethereal, out-of-body experience, combining extraordinary flavors with an unparalleled texture that defies description. But the excellence did not stop there. The prices were astonishingly reasonable, and the service was beyond impeccable. The delightful owner personally visited our table to ensure our satisfaction, and even the cook seemed to take a moment to check on us. This level of dedication and personal touch elevated our dining experience to an unprecedented level. In summary, the service was flawless, the food was transcendent, and the ambiance was the epitome of classic American diner perfection. Even the coffee was exceptional--hot, smooth, and refilled at just the right moments. This diner is not just a recommendation; it is a must-visit, a culinary pilgrimage. It earns an A+++ in every conceivable category. The kids would say this place "ATE," and I wholeheartedly agree. This diner provided a dining experience that will be cherished for a lifetime. If you ever find yourself within a hundred miles, make the trip. You will not be disappointed. Highly, highly, highly recommend! ,

It was our first time here a few weeks ago (mid May). We stopped in for breakfast on a Sunday…read moremorning around 9. All of the staff were so friendly! I love when people are personable! Food came out quickly and was hot! The diner is clean and truly old school in the best way possible!! We lived it and are looking forward to going back!

Sausage Slider!

Shrimp, asparagus, & manchego cheese omelet w/ tomatillo sauce & modified Greek hangover(-meat,+onions...aka "Kathi's Hangover")

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Special 4th of July waffles

Marvis Diner

4.1(417 reviews)

4.8 mi

Family vacation - large party of 10+ with children hit up this place during busy morning hours and…read moregot seated right away. They have outdoor seating which was nice, but I didn't get to see much of the inside - seemed like a neat diner though. Conveniently located on the way into Wildwood and out - perfect for arrival or leaving. Service was very quick and staff was friendly. I had one of their featured specials on the menu - the Marvis Heaven - which came out as a skillet filled with home fries, bacon, ham, cheese, and I was able to get poached eggs on it with hollandaise sauce. It was flavorful and massive - couldn't eat it all.

Stopped here for the first time today after years of driving past and so glad we did! Started off…read morewith a delicious iced latte and the waitress gave us a few favorite menu item suggestions. They are known for their skillets and man I am so glad I got one but it easily could have been split by two people, it was huge! We all enjoyed our meals and can't wait to go back!

Covered patio area

Short stack French toast

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Beautiful renovations to add outdoor seating

Mel’s Place

4.5(31 reviews)

2.4 mi

Terrific menu with daily specials too! Fast, friendly service and reasonable prices too!read more

It's one of the few local breakfast spots in the area. Stopped by on a Sunday. Delicious and…read morereasonably priced for the portion size. Staff was friendly and welcoming. I got the breakfast special: Hugo's big breakfast, which included french toast or pancakes (I chose French toast), eggs, sausage links, bacon, and a choice between coffee or tea (I chose tea). Sausage links were delicious -- you get two. Bacon was alright. Eggs and French toast was filling. Tea comes in a tea bag and some half and half containers of milk. I like it! Will definitely come back here for the other options. Just an all around good old, reliable, quick service breakfast spot

Chocolate chip pancakes with blueberries on top

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Court House Diner

3.4(156 reviews)

7.4 mi

we haven't been to this diner in many years, and decided to 'brave it' today…read more It seems to be much nicer than I remember, clean bright and friendly. Our server was very nice and recommended the spinach quiche which I ordered. Hubby had his usual 2 eggs 2 pancakes 2 bacon etc that he always orders wherever we go. the quiche was very good and came with a cup of fruit salad that was fresh, ripe and tasty. he enjoyed his order but lamented the absence of potatoes. all in all a good breakfast

Service was great as was the pleasant friendly woman at the register…read more The diner and bathroom were very clean and comfy. The food we ordered was a couple of omelettes. I had the "I" Greek omelette, it contained spinach, feta and bacon. This omelette was loaded with fillings. Totally enjoyed it. I also had home fries included with the omelette as well as my choice of rye toast. The home fries were cooked perfect but were unseasoned so very bland tasting. Nothing a bit of salt and ketchup couldn't help. Rue bread was cooked right and was quite enjoyable. My companion had a western, she would have preferred to have cheese in it but at a $2.50 charge a bit too much! They serve Lacas products for coffee and tea, I had a hot tea. I would return on next visit to NJ and recommend it. Good all around Jersey diner!

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Chicken Fajita Wrap with fries instead of chips

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Grande Cafe

4.0(22 reviews)

2.2 mi

What a great cafe! The coffee smells delicious when you enter. Not just coffee as they have a nice…read morefood menu. They carry gluten free bagels too.

Not your run-of-the-mill menu. There are some rather different offerings of what might be…read morestandards. You order at the counter, pay & the food is brought to your table. Service was quick & my food arrived hot. I had the Jackson - "2 fried eggs, applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, panini bread" - not sure it was panini; it may have been brioche, but it was very tasty & filling. And both the owner & server checked on us. www.grandcafenj.com

Loukoumades (donut bites, honey & cinnamon walnut dust, powdered sugar) - mmmmmm!

Jackson & a side of tots - a very good sandwich, very filling; tots were not & crispy!

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Steve's Cafe 47 Dinner

4.1(50 reviews)

5.1 mi

Steve's is an absolute must for breakfast & lunch. Highly recommended... Great Food-Great Service!!!read more

This is a cute little diner that serves incredible food and provides great service at great…read moreprices!! If I lived here I would come all the time!! It's a place where everyone knows your name

Cheeseburger soup

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Vegas Diner & Restaurant

4.0(192 reviews)

5.7 mi

We love the Vegas diner so much we had to buy a t-shirt! It's our first stop at the shore before…read moremaking our way to Wildwood Crest. And then we visit multiple times during our stay. The French Toast is a treat at any time of day, we had it for lunch this time! The turkey & bacon club is another go-to, always good. The service is always friendly and makes us want to go back time and time again.

Went here on our last day in Wildwood and I feel like we ended on a high note. After some food…read moremisses over the weekend, this was a nice treat. The only reason we picked Vegas is because my daughter loved the old school look from the outside and said she loved diners. I'm glad that Vegas caught her eye.. and that it's old school charm didn't stop at the door. Nice amount of parking, clean, Elizabeth was our server and she was very pleasant. You don't wait long for your food and it comes out delicious and fresh! I order a side of chipped beef and I should have order much more because my mom who said she just wanted to try it... ate most of mine! It was so good. Reminds me of my late father who loved it. Such an old school meal that is becoming a rarity. Executed perfectly. My omelette was great... my daughter's pancakes were delicious. We left full and happy! Can't wait to return when we come back to visit the Wildwood area.

Stuffed peppers over mashed potatoes.

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Mural on side of building

The Jellyfish Cafe

4.6(404 reviews)

4.5 mi

We really liked this place. There was a bit of a wait ( 30 mins or so) but we knew that when we…read moredecided to go. They handled the wait fine, everybody gets a beeper. The food was really good, usually breakfast is breakfast , most places are good. This place was better. The fried egg was fine perfectly. The home fries were great and nicely seasoned. We split an apple fritter French toast and it was really good. They sliced the fritter in to 3 thin cross sections so it wasn't too thick, very nicely done. We will certainly go back

the food was absolutely amazing the my waitress Jackie and the nicest and most caring attentiv. I…read morewould highly recommend this restaurant and is a perfect place to take your family. It's colorful and definitely fits its name.

Provided Distraction for Children (or children at heart - my teen wanted one lol) in your party

French toast short stack w blueberries

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Casey J.

136

12 years ago

Service was good but food poisoning wasn't on the menu. Both my boyfriend and I got food poisoning! We didn't even have the same orders. Not worth the $40 we spent. Will not be back to this establishment or sending any of my friends there. read more

Nick M.

8 years ago

Fantastic hole in the wall diner. Great place for breakfast or for lunch and their waitstaff is friendly and helpful. Their pricing is great and I absolutely love heading over there. Definitely worth the stop read more

Jim B.

7 years ago

Very good food. Not a very long wait and pretty good service. Over all I had a very good time

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