How have I never reviewed Herbs? I could have sworn I did. It's in my hometown & I have been coming here what feels like my whole like, going back to when it was in its original location (also in Town). Herbs is a large hometown venue with free street parking. It's no frills, but the food is time tested goodness. Friendly local service & a casual vibe. On this occasion I had grits w/cheese, a side of Taylor ham, & wheat toast. Always great to eat here! Grades: Grits w/Cheese: A+ Taylor Ham: A+ Wheat Toast: A+ read more

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I came here for the first time a few days ago and the food was very good: I had the veggie omelet and added beef bacon instead of the mushrooms and had grits and lightly toasted wheat toast and all of it was amazing so I will definitely be back because any place that sells grits is a place I'll continue to frequent and the customer service was good as well as the ambiance so this is another place to add to my list of restaurants and can't wait to try something new read more

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OMG I love the food here it's good authentic and consistent if and when you would like a Delicious breakfast dont hesitate to try Herbs Diner you won't be disappointed K.T read more

Excellent food, great prices had never known about this spt it was recommended by friends. I would recommend

Decent food here! And they give you a lot, fairly priced I probably have enough left over until Sunday if I wanted to. I arrived at 6am as the only customer and within 15 minutes the place was packed to the brim, good local breakfast spot for the early risers with good service, very good home fries and like the one reviewer said those were some of the best plain grits I've had up in the north, my only bone to pick would be to CLEAN that griddle grease trap, maybe it's for added flavor haha other than that I would come back here read more

Herb's Diner - The number 4 scrambled eggs turkey bacon home fries creamy grits and baked shrimp which I threw on top - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

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I've been to Herb's Diner 3 times over the course of the last two weeks. We had the shrimp/ fried fish with grits. It was very delicious and our plates were nice portions. The waitress was very sweet and caring. If you are ever in Hillside, NJ, please stop in to Herb's. You will most certainly not be disappointed. We love Herbs!!! read more

Herb Diner was OK, food was reasonably price and the portions were good... I was somewhat disappointed because they didn't have cheddar cheese to add to the grits. the shrimp were good( Large fried jumbo shrimp) eggs was scrambled nicely. The only downside was no cheddar cheese for my grits just American cheese as we all know, if you're a foodie American cheese just doesn't cut it you need cheddar in your grits. I would visit the diner again in the future, if I'm ever in the area. read more

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His goto place for years now mine. Met the sweetest niece of the owner Herb named Sylvia who made sure we had everything we needed. Food was yummylicious so bring your extra stomach because you'll need it. We will certainly return. Thanks guys. read more

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This is about my favorite breakfast spot in Jersey. Fried or baked fish with shrimp and grits! Delicious! And the price point is great. Not fancy, just good food and down to earth folk. And, Herb is pretty cool too. read more

Customer Service is horrible. I ordered a turkey wing special through GrubHub. Herbs sent me a turkey wing and Hugh turkey leg, which I don't eat. My side was rice. Menu didn't specify what kind of rice, so I assumed white . No, they sent vegetabl rice. When I called, the Woman started I should complain to GrubHub. They only received a mix box of turkey, what's she's supposed to do, throw away the legs? I explained to her that it is her restaurants responsibility to inform the customer that the order would include both parts, and give the customer the option. She was rude, and blamed GrubHub. Never again! $30 order wasted. read more

I came here right after my flight from the PNW hungry. They did not disappoint! Our waitress was just so lovely and sweet. I liked that she called us "hun". It made me feel at home! I ordered the Taylor Ham 3 egg omelet, side of potato salad, and salmon cakes. I loved it all and the portions were a lot! With what I bought it could feed at least 3. Glad I played a visit. Thank you to the waitress for starting off our day with positivity! It's pretty close to the airport too! read more

Herbs is okay. I dont dislike anything off top. The place looks very mom and pop ish. Always a billion people behind the register/bar area. But no one wears a mask and orders still take a long time to process. read more

My dad introduced my brother and I to this family restaurant before they relocated. Really nice family owned small business, all the food made and served with love! The new place is more spacious and visible to attract new customers, however less parking (street parking only) with alternate side parking on Mon/Tue. Food is always good...typical breakfast choices for us: waffles (comes with powdered sugar, cinnamon and butter), fried or baked whiting, grits or breakfast/lunch sandwiches. read more

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I work around the corner and we get food on a weekly basis. I recommend if your in the area!!

The food was mediocre! The customer service was atrocious; we got one menu to share among the two of us, along with our waiter walking out cursing at someone mid-dining experience. read more

Food is always on point! Especially the breakfast they have sage sausage to die for!!!

Herbs looks very unassuming from the outside. A small storefront ish place. Go inside, a good lunch counter and a big dining room. Good solid down home cooking. I had a great plate of Oxtails with Collards, fresh sautéed w garlic and fresh candied sweet potatoes. Great prices, great food and really nice staff. Worth a stop. read more

Someboday call Guy Fieri...They need to be on DD & Ds Almost left without going in Down home open kitchen family run establishment They know the value of the large plate The grill man is on point with paper tickets The food....PHENOMENAL Country cooking at its best I had breakfast and got the menu because I saw some dishes come out that kitchen that I need. The classic working man's place to grab a great meal...... Don't expect speed service - greatness takes time!!!! read more

Best diner I been too in my life. And I been around the whole world. I highly recommend I drive 12 hours away just to eat herbs read more

Having my car serviced a couple of blocks away and I'm hungry. Authentic diner with that slightly decrepit look and feel. Service is efficient and they give you a lot of food, one order enough for 2 people. I had the shrimp (battered and fried), scrambled eggs and potatoes and walked away with a complete meal in the styrofoam container. Come hungry read more

I've been going here for years and they are always nice. Feels like home and the food is good. Try the Wednesday shrimp and grits special for $7. Delicious!! read more

As a Southern Texas Girl.........this diner was so cozy and comforting......I ordered eggs, grits, toast and shrimp for breakfast as I was not disappointed. The food was delicious!!!!! I can not wait to return!!!!! read more

Herb's Diner - Fried Shrimp, eggs, grits and toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

Horrible customer service!! I walked in and waited there over 5mins and NO one said please give us a moment someone will be with you. The waiter walked pass about 5 times!!! She never said a word!! The boss lady came out walked pass and said nothing.. I thought someone would say are you being helped? Nope!!!!! I waited patiently. while waiting 2 men were sitting and eating and was shaking there heads and said "I guess no one is going to help YOU". Finally the boss lady asked am I ordering or here for pickup. I said I'm here for Pick-Up. I proceeded to asks who was the the boss she said she was so I raised my concerns and she cut me of as I was talking. It's so sad how we see people mistreat and get smart with customers and we support them. If I wasn't picking up my sister's food I would have left that food!! When I walked out a young said they did the same to me but I just moved out the way.. It's sad!!! read more

Had breakfast here today. I got the Taylor ham and egg sandwich simple and delicious. Staff was friendly. I can't wait to try lunch here. read more

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Came in for the afternoon. Just here one day...ate Lunch and breakfast here. The food is excellent (Roast Chicken, rice and salad. Salmon cakes eggs and pancake). The building might turn you around but Herb knows how to cook!!! And the staff is wonderful. Breakfast pics don't do justice because of lighting. Pancakes light and fluffy...(way better than any chain) salmon cake was delicious (a touch salty but no more than bacon so perfect with eggs) quantities...walked out with a second meal of leftovers!! Price..phenomenal considering the quantities read more

Herb's Diner - Breakfast of pancakes eggs and salmon cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

Awesome place for breakfast in an area without many other options. The food taste great, the bread is always fresh and the staff is very friendly. I've tried numerous items from the breakfast menu and I have to say everything is delicious. They also have an extensive lunch menu which I have yet to try, but have heard nothing but great things about. I'll be sure to update when I get a chance to try some of the lunch dishes. All in all herbs is a great spot tucked away on a little corner that anybody in the area should definitely give a try. read more

This is the best restaurant in the world I love them, the food is great! I would recommend to anyone and it's so convenient with the food prices! read more

Great for breakfast. Owners are nice people who definitely know how to cook food! My co-workers and I come here often and we love it!!

Herb's food and customer service is amazing. I leave here every time satisfied. Recommendation: their breakfast platters are my personal favorite. Today I got the scrambled eggs w/cheese w/ 6 sautéed jumbo shrimp along with home fries and toast. If you're in the area, definitely stop by for some great breakfast/lunch. It hard to not have a good day after eating here! read more

Goof food good atmosphere and very reasonable pricing. The service was great can't wait to go back and try a different plate.

Not too bad for a local spot. My lady had fish and shrimp with grits. Fish and shrimp were fried perfectly, and seasoned well. But the grits could have used alittle more seasoning. My fresh toast was nothing I will write home about or order again. The beef Sausage and eggs were good. I guess you really can't mess up on those 2 items. Since I'm new to the area. I guess I will be giving this place another try. Plus the people were friendly and pretty packed in there. read more

Hillside, newark, union county we have herbs on maple avenue now !!!we love his food how he knows you by your voice & order !family run business professional all the time !!! Woods family forever !!!! read more

I just had the chicken & waffles for breakfast; it was FANTASTIC! Delicious, freshly made waffles and huge chicken legs, very well prepared and so filling i had to take some home. We make Herb's our "must go" for breakfast spot on weekends. The food egg sandwiches, grits, home fries is always so delicious; the service is friendly the atmosphere is folksy. Herb himself oversees that everyone has a great experience. read more

Love this place their food is delicious and they're so polite. Seems like a family on restaurant they recently changed their location "1401 maple ave hillside nj" just 3 minutes further then the old location. Did I say I loooooooove this place read more

I just arrived back in the states after spending 2 weeks in India. I woke up this morning wanting a good American breakfast! Something I think most people take for granted. I turned to yelp and this was the first place that came up! My pilot and I decided to take that 13 minute drive to this diner and I must say......I'm a happy happy girl! I enjoyed the breakfast platter which came with 2 eggs served your way, grits, and turkey patties. I substituted a side of toast for a pancake (which was amazing by the way) and had some orange juice to go with breakfast. The service was fantastic as well!!! Thank you all!!! I'm glad to be home :) read more

Perfect happy old school diner. Tasty food and smiley service. Great coffee! Some Brazilian flavors add to a mainstay American diner menu. We had a nice breakfast with homemade home fries. Large portions. I say go! read more

LOVE THIS PLACE!! Been coming here since I was a kid and the service has never changed...EXCELLANT!! The owner is super cool and always speaks when I come in..food is inexpensive..this place is small but it's a comfortable atmosphere and has a warm feeling to it... I would DEFINITLY recommend this place to anyone with an appetite looking for breakfast ;) read more

BY THE WAY, THIS PLACE IS STILL OPEN. Excellent breakfast spot, whether you are dining in or on the go. Beef sausage, egg and cheese is my boyfriends, go to dish. Mine is the fried fish and shrimp with grits. This place can beat out any chain, any day. read more

Their breakfast sandwich is really good. I ordered turkey bacon egg and cheese with home fries inside the sandwich very delicious and fresh. Also the pancakes are very fluffy buttery and delicious. I would definitely recommend this place to others. And to top it off their prices are good. read more

ANOTHER Hillside generational local spot! Very good food, very friendly atmosphere. In the midst of expanding! Nice!