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    Montclair Diner

    3.7 (175 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Fresh Hot Coffee

    Saturday 11/8/2025 around noonish Party of 2 and we were sat quickly. We ordered 2 coffee which took a bit as our waitress had to brew a new/ fresh pot. Shrimp and Grits were okay could have added some peppers and onions to shrimp. Crispy Cobb Salad was good no complaints. This is a nice spot for a quick chat n chew. Our waitress was amazing. Friendly, Courteous, and Attentive without being overbearing.

    Easter Meals for 2

    Ordered Easter Meals to go at Montclair Diner on Easter. The fried chicken meals cost around $55 for 2. Fried chickens were tiny & dry. Only 1 side dish included instead of 2. Fried chicken TV dinner probably tastes better & more filling. Thank you Montclair diner for ruining my Easter.

    Great location!
    Allegra H.

    The food was delicious and well seasoned. I ordered the chicken and waffles and was very surprised that it was a large portion of food for the price. All of the prices are decent and there is a large selection of menu items. I found out later on that this is a black-owned business, which is definitely a plus! The waitress Nayla was very attentive.

    Chicken & Waffles
    Kenya M.

    The fried chicken here is top tier!! The waffles were a bust imo, but the fried chicken totally made up for it! I've heard nothing but great things about Montclair Diner so I decided to meet a friend for brunch. The diner is located in the heart of upper Montclair! There's street parking which can be a pain but I was lucky enough to find a spot right across the street. The inside is old and dated but hey it's a jersey diner so I didn't expect anything else. We went on a Saturday and surprisingly there was no wait. The waitress we had was patient and answered all of the many questions we had about the menu. There's so much on the menu to choose from so it was very hard to decide on what to get. This is not your average diner!! She highly suggested the chicken & waffles so that's what I went with. If you decide to order fried chicken, keep in mind that it's cooked to order and will take time to come out. Trust me- IT IS WORTH THE WAIT! Sadly I didn't enjoy my waffle. My friend ordered French toast and it was absolutely amazing! I'll be sure to order that next time. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at MD & look forward to returning!

    Yummy French Toast Almond "Coconut" Joy w/ Chocolate Chips
    Bob L.

    My buddy and I had brunch Saturday and as expected, all went well. The yummy french toast was delicious. The service was great and the location is ideal. I will be returning with friends and family regularly.

    Sigdia S.

    Food was okay, I ordered an omelet with home fries because they don't have hash browns. Server recommended the french -toast sticks I believe that's what their known for and honestly iv had way better else where unfortunately. My boyfriend got a hamburger he said that was good. The lemonade was freshly made and that was great it was refreshing. The server was really cool and recommended a lot of the food, he seemed to take pride in his lemonade hahaha I gave him credit because it was delicious. The reason why I'm giving it 2stars is because the place was absolutely filthy dirty and I'll probably never come back to eat here. It was so dirty that it seemed like they are just starting to neglect the place. The baby seats were so nasty I left my baby in the stroller. The floor was filled with black idk what it was .... And the tables were cleaned with dirty towels because of the stains on the table it was just horrible. I can't imagine the kitchen. they really let their gaurd down.

    Specials
    Daniela H.

    Hate to update with bad news. But this diner is sooooo inconsistent. It was really amazing the first few times I went. So good I brought more and more people to try the food. But it's just gone down hill from there. Multiple occasions I have ordered the same breakfast to go - egg, corn beef hash, potatoes. The portion sizes are highly variable. And they put anything in your box if you order to go. Dried up food. Burnt food. And don't call back to complain sassy mr rican has the nerve to catch attitude instead of trying to make sure the customer is taken care of. I ventured out of my comfort diner food once to try the meatloaf dinner that's highly praised and the only thing missing in the reviews was the trash can. Yuck. The diner itself is always freezing freezing cold too. Servers are always trying to kick people out. I went during the pandemic months and the server legit told was we had to leave, although the diner was empty, while my friend and I were still drinking our coffees. Complained to Elliott and he just said o sorry to hear that. Decided last weekend to give this place one more try. -_- My bestie and I ordered a simple breakfast. Eggs bacon potatoes. Food came out pretty quickly. but it was sooooooo soooo dry. The eggs were cooked to hell. And the potatoes omg. Seemed like they cooked those potatoes at the start of the pandemic and just decided to serve them that day. Like who is the "chef"? Why would you think serving a heaping lump of extremely dry, crunchy breakfast potatoes would be ok? No quality control of their food. They just serve anything. We complained and the waitress brings out one serving of new potatoes and says we can share them! The hell, we ordered two breakfast with eggs bacon and potatoes and both were dry as hell. So therefore you should bring out potatoes for both meals. Ridic. And the ones they brought out were no better than the first. Done with Montclair diner. TOPs will keep my money. Better quality food. Better service. Not inconsistent.

    Vineet S.

    Came here on a cold winter day in the evening to grab a quick bite as we were in the area and wanted to try this diner. Place is not huge but not super tight either and has comfortable booth seating. Staff is super nice and helpful. We ordered a few things off the menu, everything was just okay: shrimp and grits was missing the flavor, my pancakes weren't flaky at all and the only thing which stood out was their sausage bug apart from that food didn't impress us.

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    Purpose T.

    A friend told me about this diner so we went yesterday. She raved about their breakfast items, I will have to try that another time. I ordered the garlic parmesan pasta with salmon (i wanted the shrimp, but i asked the server if it comes w/the tail on and sadly, yes they do - which is annoying, to me). Anyway, the garlic parmesan cream sauce was excellent, salmon cooked to perfection (not dry or undercooked at all), the broccoli was delicious but not generous, i could have used more broccoli and maybe add in some sautéed onions. The lemon chicken soup that came with my meal was absolutely awful - TOO much lemon flavoring, it was just completely inedible. My friend ordered chicken & pancakes as a combo and seemed to enjoy it! The service was good - a bit pushy leaving a hint that they need/want your table for the next patrons. Otherwise, it was a good experience. I am not in a hurry to go again but I LOVE the menu options. Glad I went!

    Yummy French Toast Tres Leches Dream Cake
    Camelis N.

    The only reason I wouldn't give it 5 stars is because they were under staffed. But even with just two servers on a busy Friday morning, they got the job done! We tried both the Classic French Toast and Yummy French Toast. Both were to die for! The perfect amount of sweetness and flavor! The parfait was also surprisingly good. While it was not aesthetically pleasing, the ingredients tasted super fresh and delicious! Definitely a must try in Montclair!

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    Super friendly service and my delicious breakfast was served promptly. Did I mention the great coffee? Awesome!

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    I've come here many times and they never disappoint The…read morespecials menu changes often and they come with a starter soup, I've gotten the Matzo Ball soup, split pea and this time I got the Clam Chowder. I absolutely loved the teriyaki Salmon salad last time and switched it up for the Ahi Tuna Sandwich this time. Portions are decent and after the soup you will be full. The ambiance of the place is definitely the best part. You get an Alice in Wonderland kind of vibe. It can get busy during lunch hours but if are able to get window seatings you'll get a view of the New York skyline (if the city pollution allows) The only negative is they're drinks are more on the pricier side that. I get the alcoholic ones but I'm referring to soda, coffee, etc

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    From the moment we pulled into the ample parking lot, we knew we were in for a treat. This was our…read morefirst time visiting All Star Diner, and the experience was nothing short of wonderful. We were greeted immediately upon entering and made to feel incredibly welcome in such a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The menu is impressive, offering a beautiful selection of everything from breakfast to dinner. I personally loved the blueberry pancakes, and the scrambled eggs were cooked to absolute perfection. My loved one thoroughly enjoyed the chicken scampi; the ingredients were clearly fresh and high-quality. Our only small note for next time would be to request a little extra spice to kick it up a notch, but the flavors were already spot on. A few other highlights: * Cream of Turkey Soup: Absolutely delicious and a must-try! * Reese's Pieces Cheesecake: We ended our Sunday evening with this, and it was the perfect finale. The plate was even decorated in such a festive way - it truly felt special. What really made the night, however, was our server, Alexandra. She was a total professional and an absolute gem. You can tell she is an asset to the team and well-loved by the regulars. Thank you so much for your warm hospitality. We already can't wait to return! God bless you all!

    1/14/26- I placed an order for Valentino salad. Arugula mozzarella, chicken, roasted red peppers,…read morebalsamic vinegar. I never tried before and I thought everything else delicious so why not try something different. I picked it up to go and brought it home. The chicken was like rubber hard to chew and not tender. I usually get the Allwood which is basically the same thing in wrap. I would never order this again. For $20. I couldn't eat it. Everything else I have ever had here was always good. This was the first time that I have to say I was very disappointed.

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    If you live anywhere near Bloomfield, chances are you've driven past the Nevada Diner at least a…read moredozen times and said, "We've gotta try that place." Well my wife and I finally did. After years (yes, years) of the classic "next weekend" promise as we cruised by, we officially pulled into the parking lot and let me tell you, it was worth the wait. Walking in feels like stepping into the kind of diner that stars in its own feel-good movie. Warm, welcoming, and buzzing with that comforting breakfast energy, the gentle clinking of coffee cups, the hum of happy conversations, and the smell of bacon working overtime on the grill. We went all in on breakfast because when you're at a Jersey diner, that's just what you do. The coffee? Hot, strong, and seemingly bottomless. My wife ordered a classic breakfast platter, and I went for a hearty omelet that was so fluffy it practically needed its own pillow. Crispy home fries, perfectly cooked eggs, and rye bread toast that was delish! a true breakfast balancing act. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and flat-out delicious. And the service? Top notch. Friendly, attentive, and on point without ever feeling rushed. Our server made us feel like regulars even though it was our first visit. Coffee refills appeared like magic, our food came out quickly, and every interaction had that genuine, neighborhood diner warmth that makes you want to stay for "just one more cup." Prices were reasonable too! UUF! Lol!!! Honestly, we couldn't believe we waited so long. We've driven by the Nevada Diner countless times, but now that we've finally stopped in, it's officially in our breakfast rotation. Lesson learned: when a diner has been calling your name for years, answer it. If you're in Bloomfield and craving a breakfast that feels like a warm hug (with a side of perfectly crispy bacon), do yourself a favor and pull into the Nevada Diner. Just don't wait as long as we did.

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    Montclair House Grill

    Montclair House Grill

    4.0
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    2.0 mi

    My friends and I had a really nice lunch experience here yesterday. It's unexpected to see a diner…read moreon bougie Church Street. We were warmly greeted as soon as we arrived. The diner decor is very appealing with lots of cozy booths. We had a wonderful server who was very friendly. I ordered the Chickpea Salad. I could eat this every day. The portion was very generous. Loads of chickpeas, carrots, cucumber, red onion, red pepper, and artichoke hearts all topped with a lemon thyme vinaigrette. So refreshing and delicious. I will crave this salad. My friends had a Cheesesteak Panini with Fries, and Eggs with Corned Beef Hash. They both really enjoyed their dishes. And again, the portions were ample. This is a really solid, affordable, and pleasant spot in Montclair. I will return.

    Hidden off the main pedestrian path that most people in montclair frquent is a little block with…read morethis hidden gem. Montclair house grill is essentially an elevated diner. incredibly modest pricing, big portions, and great service. I wish i could remember my servers name, a very friendly and funny older latin gentleman, but he kept the laughs flowing and made sure to check in on us often. i grabbed the tuna melt sando special. i really wanted to love this, but it had no flavor. it was incredibly bland. it needs seasoning. however, the plus side to this was the size. im not gonna lie, your girl got another dinner and lunch out of this sandwich (yes, the tuna was PACKED on this!). the cheese was your basic melted cheddar slice, which isnt nothing to brag about. It comes with a soup and i chose the matzo ball soup. this hit the damn spot. 1 big ball, a few veggies, and a very lightly salted chicken broth. simple, but to the point. i tried my friends wings. unfortunately she doesnt live for the spice life like i do, so she grabbed them bland, but i will say this, her wings were good. they were perfectly fried and had a great crust. yes, i did in fact pour tapatio on top of them. her onion rings were also fried well. i am not sure if theyre home made, but if they arent, whoever operates that fryer back there, knows their timing. you can bite into every onion ring and get an even crunch, and the skin doesnt fall off the onion. Let me tell you, i despise biting into an onion ring and i just get soggy onion but no shell. not here, montclair house grill keeps it in tact. would come back in a heart beat for the service and the simple, but classic dishes.

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