I came to this diner with my whole family, so we got a feel for what dishes it had to offer. I loved the Greek dishes on the menu. I ordered the Greek sampler plate which had three different specials to enjoy -- the spinach pie, the mousaka, and the pasticcio (sp?). It was delicious. But it was way too much for one person to eat. And it was a bit pricey. But the fresh flavors and great taste made it worth it. If I lived in the area, I would have taken a doggie bag home, but I didn't want to leave the food in a warm car. The side salads were the best we've had at any diner. So fresh and crispy. My five year old ended up ordering a salad bc it was so good. My husband ordered a Greek sandwich. He loved it. My seven year old ordered the adult fried shrimp plate. She loved it but it was one of the most expensive items on the menu. I wish they would have had a children's fried shrimp. Kids love fried shrimp. The thing that annoyed me: the table was too small. Once all of our meals were delivered, we were so crowded. I just want to finish up lunch and get out of there. I really enjoyed the diner, but I think I'll come with just my husband and I next time. The tables are too small for a hungry family of four. And there were no coat hooks that I could find for all of our stuff. ... but, I digress. If you're looking for a great diner in one of Montclair's most beautiful areas. read more

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Came to New Jersey to visit some friends and they recommended Montclair Diner. The food was amazingly delicious, I had chicken and waffles and my boyfriend had shrimp and grits and both meals were amazing and full of flavor. Manger and staff was super kind and welcoming. I will definitely come back! read more

The food is really delicious. I expected regular diner food but the lemonade, shakes, French toast and everything else is extraordinary.

This place is super cute and gives the old school diner vibes, which is nice. Makes you feel like you're in a movie or something. Anyway, the food was excellent, we had eggs, turkey bacon, waffles, olives (yes olives) and grapefruit juice. The service was excellent! We will definitely be back. read more

4 adults and 2 kids. Food good for everyone. Maude was attentive and helpful waitress. Will be back! read more

They are plain an simply yum I'm like an extremely picky person well yes I'm talking about my palate too! But besides the food, the hospitality is very unusual these days, These folk look you in the eye,Go out of their way to make sure all is well They make you feel right at home! I was afraid Montclair was loosing its old charm and neighborhood feel They have restored my belief in excellent food outside of the home,How about decent wonderful human kindness and yum food at the same time bananas! Speaking of which the yum French Toast thing they do it should be illegal! read more

This was the first bad meal I've ever had on the East Coast. Coming from where I lived on the West Coast I will tell you the food is amazing on the East Coast but this restaurant sucks and when I tell you it sucks do not come here.. !! Then when I brought up how bad the food was the waitress said to come back into weeks so I assume there's going to be a new cook.. The good news is that the owner didn't charge me for my meal and said she had no idea that I would be the first person ever to complain that it was bad food c'mon really .. I told her to check her reviews.. I'm not the first .. and by the way if you're looking for anything gluten-free do not come here... The good news is that the person that waited on me was super nice but even she knew the food wasn't good as she told me to try back in a couple of weeks and said she understood... Fast forward!! I was contacted by one of the new owners of the Montclair diner explaining to me that him and his partner just took it over and asked me please to try it again. It was a very nice note sent to me and I thought what the heck I'm going to go in there Friday morning without responding to the note. I went in there and I can't even begin to tell you how much the diner has changed. They have many many healthy options now and even bake their own keto bread. I explained to the partner that I had wrote a bad review he said I'm sorry to hear that and I'm just glad you're here to try it again and even comped my breakfast just got coming again. Needless to say I am going back there today the food is delicious and the atmosphere is so much better as well. The menu is updated and they have many gluten-free and keto options now... read more

OMG! This is probably the best diner I have been to in years! I was in town visiting a friend and decided to take the kids out to brunch. The food was A-MA-ZING!!! I had the eggs benedict over crab cake with home fries (mouth watering delicious)! We also ordered sweet toast which is their specialty version of french toast (sweet and just melts in your mouth!) My 4 yr old son gave the kid's burger and fries an eye popping thumbs up! If my 11 month old could talk I'm sure she would approve of her mashed potatoes. But besides the food what makes this place awesome is the friendly staff. My waitress (Jenny?) even kept my 4yr old entertained while I cared for my 11 month old. This place has a real classic and vintage diner feel. A family friendly place that I would recommend to anyone looking for great food, friendly and welcoming staff, and great atmosphere. We will certainly be back!!! read more

Montclair Diner - Eggs benedict over crab-cake! Yummy!! - Diners Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Went to Monclair Diner for and what can I say the strawberry short cake with fresh strawberries was to die for. The staff was so welcoming and warm it was like I was eating with family. I will be returning again and will be trying the chicken and sweet and spicy bacon infused waffles. read more

Third time was the charm ... delicious stuffing and veg, and turkey came with brown gravy! Wouldn't change a thing: quintessential diner meal. Generous portions. read more

The best diner/restaurant in Montclair. Period. As human beings, the exercise of love and care should extend beyond one's comfort zone. That is what makes us vibrant citizens within the communities we inhabit because when affection is at equilibrium outside of your home, it encourages you to share memories with other people, in addition to your family and your inner circle of friends. One place in Montclair that has given me this expression of comfort and acceptance is The Montclair Char-Broil, also known to many as simply "Montclair Diner." Think Pops Barbershop in "Luke Cage" or the Central Perk coffeehouse from "F.R.I.E.N.D.S." Montclair Diner serves as the diner where you get delightful meals for prices that will certainly surprise you once you get the tab. Combined with the cordial demeanor everyone commits to in the diner, it would be preposterous to believe you could find a better place in Montclair to relax and eat than here. On a typical day like today, you are greeted by Gus Makris, the owner of Montclair Diner. He is the father of the establishment. I know he is reading this right now so I won't tell everyone that he told me he's 76 years of age now. Oops. Did I do that? Regardless of the number, Gus displayed his family attitude towards me ever since I can remember. Every time I go in there now, I am greeted with a powerful Greek handshake and the best chicken noodle soup, on the house. I can't even call the servers, "servers." They are more like my caretakers who grace me with the lovely meals that permeate the crevices of my hypothalamus. Today, my hypothalamus cried for some fresh apple pancakes, butter-caressed wheat toast, beautifully mashed home fries and last, but not least, a gratifying cheddar-filled omelette. Also, if you know anything about me or if you are still reading my reviews since the first one (thank you, thank you), you will know that the one thing that must always greet my taste buds before any meal is the most important part of any meal in the world: water. Since Montclair Diner is the best restaurant/diner in Montclair, you should also know that the water was on my table within a minute. Yes, one minute. As the water lubricated the nooks and crannies of my body like a new oil change for an engine, the food came out, within four minutes of the water delivery. To my surprise, the apple pancakes came with warm, caramelized apples sliced in between three large flapjack-like pancakes, almost like a burrito. Cinnamon was handed to me by the lovely waitress as she smiled, encouraging me to saturate my pancakes with the saddle brown spice. After the sugar, spice, and everything was added to the pancakes, I did a "wax on/wax off treatment" with my good ol' pal Land O' Lakes diner butter, right on the decorated pancakes. The wheat toast sat in between the pancakes and the omelette like a good boy, buttered up and ready for my attention. It wouldn't get it until the end of my meal, but more on that later. For now, the apple pancakes and cheddar omelette were at the center of attention. The apple pancakes excelled charmingly within my mouth. The omelette did as well. I felt a sense of care and adoration for the preparation of the omelette because of how the cheddar oozed out of the whisked, fried egg mixture. It didn't feel like Kraft's cheddar cheese singles. Fifteen minutes later, I was seeing stars. My stomach was full and the wheat hadn't been touched yet. The omelette was 90 percent finished, as well as the apple pancakes. I couldn't touch my eating utensils any longer. Just for the sake of respecting the wheat toast, I picked up a piece of the triangular-shaped grain and gave it the attention it needed, a nice, flower-shaped bite. I couldn't even finish the rest. I was defeated. Now, with three apple pancakes, two wheat toast pieces, and a full omelette, you would think the price would amount to $25, possibly $35 if you were in the city. Well, I received the tab and it was only $13. Amazon couldn't even beat that. With unbeatable prices and a family atmosphere too pleasing to pass on, if you don't get your behind to Montclair Diner right now, you are losing by the second. read more

A nice local diner that always hits the spot. Very friendly staff. Great service and food. Only issue sometimes is getting a table since they are a busy spot. read more

I enjoyed the garlic Parmesan shrimp. Ordered it to go as a dinner for four. The pasta was cooked just right. And the amount of shrimp was really generous. It was very hot and well presented as a take out. Soup or salad as a choice for sides. The staff on the phone were so helpful. I am looking forward to trying them in person when this is all over. I am glad that they have become a popular take out choice. read more

I've had food from here a handful of times now since finding out about this place about two months ago and every time it's amazing! All of the French toast options I've tried are absolutely amazing. Being from the South, I was very happy to find a great place for shrimp and grits as well as chicken and waffles (the spicy bacon waffles were amazing!)!! Great service when you dine in here & everything is just as perfect when you order for takeout/delivery. read more

I have long had cravings for breakfast food at 10pm, for which I've had no outlet. Thanks a bunch, north Florida. But now I live in New Jersey, where I have tons of options for diners. I've been to this place three times now. Every time I love it more. I can't speak on the sandwiches or salads or other lunch foods or desserts. I'm only there for breakfast food. -Eggs Benedict; perfect Hollandaise sauce. -Two eggs, bacon and toast; Over easy is just runny enough. Canadian bacon... IS NOT DOUBLE-SMOKED BACON, which I expected as a reminder of winder visits at cabane à sucre. It's a piece of ham. Round sliced ham. Pfff. Americans. Also on the plate is a hefty portion of hash browns. Not the oily kind that used to soak up remnants of your drunken college pub night hangovers. Delicious grown up health "conscious" kind that nicely complements your salty bacon. -Pastrami omelet is some kind of wonderful. No cheese, you gotta ask for that extra. But otherwise, you don't need it. Because it's fancy and satisfying enough for you. The owner might not seat you, but he will visit your table at some point during your meal. That's customer service. Love it. Go here if you have urges in the middle of the night, and appreciate a good pancake. read more

Came here for brunch on a Sunday, waited over an hour for eggs. My omelet came out very cold, my husband's order was wrong and they brought it back and we're still waiting for them to correct it. Been over a half hour already. There's also very very loud live music impossible to talk to anyone or hear the waiters. Very disappointed! read more

Great little diner in the main area of Montclair. We come here every weekend. Best pancakes around, and the gyro is one of the best I've ever had. Very friendly and fast service. Always have been able to get a table right read more

Service was was poor at best. I have been to Montclair Diner on 2 previous occasions and was pleased. However, on trip 3 (today), service was subpar. My family and I (2 adults & 2 children) arrived and asked for a table for 4. Our number was taken and told a 15-20 min wait was to be expected. We waited for over 30 mins before I inquired about an update. The young hostess claimed she called us but there was no answer so we were passed. Turns out she wrote our number down incorrectly, I have had the number for over 10 years. I would not have incorrectly recited it. I corrected the number and she stated that she would seek out a table. Another 30 mins or so goes by and I check in again. The response was that too many people came in and the wait was longer. A well trained and attentive host would have called and at least offered an alternative setting to ensure that we were accommodated as the mistake was on her end. No. Party after party was seated with no attempt to seat us although we were there and waiting prior to other arrivals. We decided to leave and saw an empty table on the way. Despite all, we were still willing to stay and pay our money to eat. I asked,who seemed to be one of the owners or a manager, about the empty table and explained the situation. We were told that we couldn't be seated due to a busy kitchen. However, he would check on our wait anyway. However, just before the second check in a party of 5 was seated and while we waited for him to come back, a single patron was seated at the table that the table I inquired about and would have accommodated my family. We decided enough was enough because clearly service for all customers is not a priority, especially when the issue was due to the hostess' error. I will not be patronizing Montclair Diner again. I am upset that we waited over an hour for zero service and consideration. After leaving, I called to speak to a manager and was told that both owners were on site. The young man who answered phone placed me on hold and returned stating that I should leave my number for a call back. We all know that is code for, "I don't have time." Thank you but no thank you. Montclair Diner do better for all customers. When you have an establishment value for good service to all should be standard. read more

It's NJ. It's Greek. It's a diner. I'd love to visit Greece one day just so I can see the facility which trains ambitious Greeks to be Greek-American Diner owners. I can imagine entire classes dedicated to the art of disco fries and the science of mozzarella sticks. An entire warehouse filled with red colored ketchup bottles which maintain the appearance of always looking full. They teach you how to list every single possible thing on the menu so that the average person breaks down and simply orders what he/she can think of off the top of their head. Can't say I can complain. I've never had bad food at a Greek diner. read more

VERY surprised that I'm the first to review this spot! Montclair Diner is an awesome place for a classic breakfast. The owner (smaller, Italian guy) has been one of the best diner owners I've encountered -- always working and talking with the people, making jokes, telling stories; It's a rarity nowadays, but adds to the place's vibe. The prices are great. $3.75 for two eggs. The food is fresh, service is quick, and it runs very smoothly. (Sidenote: thr OJ isn't a hole in the pocket! BIG +). **THEY DO NOT TAKE AMEX** Come here if you're in Montclair for a good start to the day. Published via iPhone read more

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Burger was ok ,but I ordered crab Benedict , worst ever, very mushy and it was definitely low grade canned crab, no lump meat at all, very mushy an undercook, the manager was great at comping me, but the server was all around horrible , she only catered to her tables that were Caucasian like her, an she stood over me to make sure she got a tip, that actually was the most I seen her was for the tip, no refill on my coffee, no how s your meal, she needs to retire , older white women short with blond hair, if you get her expect bad service!!! Won't be coming back! read more

We've loved this diner for years, and loved the former owner. The new owners are terrific and are working hard to keep the traditional dishes and add some flair with new ones. They make the best breakfast is Montclair and the bacon is unbeatable. The service is excellent and the welcoming staff make this more than a diner! read more

This is a classic diner so the ambiance is what you would expect. Clean and friendly and they do the usual diner staples very well. However, for some of the best, most authentic greek food, this is the place I go! Their moussaka with greek salad is my favorite. read more

My wife and I Have been coming here (to this storefront) for way long, first in its original iteration as Louvis and then later under two other operators. The owners (the one we know best and who greets us when he's on duty is named "Gus," one of two possible Greek diner owner names, the other being "George.") are always pleasant and the owner's wives, who watch the $$, are always pleasant and ask how everything was. The food is unexciting, but servicable - and verging on the boring. If you go there for dinner, you will be offered a choice of the same four vegetables they have been offering for years, without change: carrots, broccoli, corn, and string beans. All boiled, all un-seasoned, all terrifically yawn-inducing. On the other hand, there is salt and pepper on the table. The burgers are OK but I've often been disappointed with absence on the menu of either Tournedos en Croute or poached Maine lobster with truffels and a coulis of ramps (on or off? they never said) and heirloom garlic. Anyway, it's a safe choice for a family drop-in meal. We have never been disappointed. On the other hand, we have realistic expectations. read more

Nicest servers in town. Basic diner food. Good shakes and burgers. Nice after school spit with kids. I was going to give it 4 Stars but my 12 year old insisted on giving it 5. read more

Won't bore anyone with my rants but food here is comfort food at it's finest along with great staff and service. Montclair Diner is KING!!! read more

I'm actually stunned at these reviews. I got the chicken finger "basket" which consisted of 3 chicken fingers on a plate and some fries. It cost $10.75. It's also hard to mess up chicken fingers but this place did it as they were really lousy. We were also rushed like never seen before because we got in at 8:20 and they apparently close at 9. I should've taken the fact that only one person was sitting in there as a sign that it was awful. While eating a guy also came up from outside, to the register to ask for a refund because his sandwich was "terrible." I'll never ever set foot here again and I strongly encourage you don't either. read more

Average food. Average service. Average prices. It's a no-frills diner. You won't be blown away, but you won't get ill. It's straight-up diner food. Everything is done properly, though nothing is exceptional. They do breakfast pretty well, and that's an absolute MUST for a diner. read more

Amazing customer service and that old town diner feel was awesome. I really appreciated the time spent while visiting and food was delicious. I highly recommend this place if you are passing through New Jersey read more

Nice diner with typically diner food. Friendly and fast service and I'll be back in a pinch for somewhere to eat.

This was my first time at Montclair Diner and it was an overall great experience! The ambiance was great and the food was even better. The mimosa are the best I've had. I would recommend the yummy French toast. I loved that the owners came to our table and spoke. oh and it's black/brown owned read more

We went for Sunday brunch with a large group and were greeted and seated graciously by the owner. Sad to say, our experience peaked at this point. The food,if you could call it that, was absolutely inedible. Garbage. The home fries were greasy and stone cold. The eggs Benedict came draped over an English Muffin that had the consistency of a hockey puck. The spinach in an omelet tasted like it had been transplanted still frozen from a package and stuffed in the eggs. All in all,a truly disappointing excuse for a meal. STAY AWAY from this place. read more

Small diner nudged on a street that has a bunch of eateries. What makes this place stand out? That its a Montclair 'traditional' diner. Theres no real WOW factor but it is decent if you want breakfast at 3 o clock in the afternoon while your company rather have burgers. Food is okay, service is okay, and the stores appearance on the inside is okay. With all the eating places around it would be hard for me to step back into here without craving another store along the way read more

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Middle of the road diner that's clean, bright, affordable, with friendly service and basic fare that won't astound or offend. Placemats with local businesses advertising, Formica tables, artificial maple syrup on the table, AM radio playing in the background (Dionne Warwick at the moment), pay at the register, etc. You get the picture. Perfectly pleasant and anti-yuppie and authentic to the core. I enjoyed my oatmeal and raisins and English muffin. Service was excellent from the very first 'Can I help you doll?' to the last, 'Are you sure I can't get you more coffee?' read more

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Great local place with a bountiful menu of delicious food! Friendly staff who always have a smile! A must try is the fried chicken dinner

The best and most welcoming brunch in Montclair. The service was also great. Highly recommend the shrimp and grits.

This was a nice little hole in the wall diner. I went here with 3 friends that were in town for my wedding. We were running around all day and were STARVING. The food was decent, but the service was awesome. The atmosphere is about what you would expect of a NJ diner, but for out of towners, they really liked it. If I ever find myself in the area again, I'd def stop in for a quick bite. read more

I love diners; can I just say that?! I was very pleased with my visit here today for lunch. They have all the diner classics and the owner was so sweet! He even offered complimentary dessert for our table but we were all so full we declined. read more

Big selection, good prices, friendly staff, and the food is tasty too! Everything is reasonably priced which is not common for this part of town. Breakfast is always a good option; there are several delicious meat and egg options to choose from. Lunch is equally fantastic as there are many sandwiches and burgers on the menu. Disco Fries here are awesome, good gravy to cheese ratio. read more

I really wanted to love this place, but i just left generally underwhelmed by the food. We were seated relatively quickly on a busy Sunday, and everything came pretty out pretty quickly which was nice. I had the Athenian wrap, which is basically described as a Greek salad with grilled chicken in a wrap. They toasted the wrap, which I appreciated, but it came falling apart. The filling wasn't really dressed, as expected for a Greek salad, and the chicken had too much char to it. Several pieces left an unpleasant burnt taste in my mouth, once to the point of not being edible. The side of home fries I had was decent, although a bit undeseasoned. The highlight of the meal was the chocolate egg cream, which I devoured. I may give this place another try because the service was very good, but there are definitely better diner options around. read more