They have the best blueberry pancakes! Owners are the nicest people. Always a pleasure coming here for breakfast. They offer dining in but I usually get mine to go. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Blueberry Pancakes - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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UPDATE 8/13/26: The owner's latest response further reinforces my concerns about how criticism is handled by this business. After I updated my review to address the owner's original response, she responded again, calling my concerns "hysterical" and telling me to "focus on actual real world problems." At this point, I think the responses speak for themselves. I described something I personally witnessed while standing in this business and explained the impression it left on me. The owner was free to disagree with my account or provide her perspective. Instead, the responses have consisted of sarcasm, mockery, comments about my unrelated review history, and now dismissing my concerns as not being a "real world" problem. I find this extraordinarily unprofessional behavior from someone publicly responding under a "Business Owner" account. Customers should be able to leave critical reviews without being personally mocked or belittled by the owner. Nothing in these responses changes what I personally witnessed. If anything, the way this criticism has been handled has become an additional reason I would not recommend or return to this business. I have included screenshots so readers can see the owner's responses and form their own opinion. UPDATE 8/12: The business owner's response to my review has only reinforced my decision not to return. Rather than professionally addressing what I personally witnessed involving another customer, the owner responded with sarcasm, personal attacks, and comments about my completely unrelated review history. I found the response extremely unprofessional and, frankly, childish. A business owner should be able to address criticism without mocking a customer or attempting to discredit them personally. I do not know the younger customer involved; I simply witnessed the interaction while I was there waiting to order. The owner's response does not change what I personally saw or the impression it left on me. I won't be shopping here again. I've given this place a few chances because I wanted to be fair, but what I witnessed today was the final straw. I was standing in line getting ready to order when I watched who I assume was the owner walk over to a younger customer who was seated and just about to drink his coffee. She told him he needed to get up and move to make room for people who had just walked in. I walked out without ordering. The whole interaction left a terrible impression on me. Younger customers deserve the same basic courtesy and respect as everyone else, and what I witnessed came across as dismissive and biased based on age. I won't support a business where I feel younger customers are treated as less important than others. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - The owner berating and attacking a customer for leaving an honest review - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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Stopped here on the way to the beach. Delicious sandwiches, tasty and fresh meats. Fast service too. The cashier was really kind, she made me smile. read more

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AWESOME! quality food at a reasonable price, outstanding service, personable staff. this place is so unbelievably clean you could eat off the floor... not that I would but you could! Has daily specials for a nice change up. serves breakfast & lunch. Definitely a bright spot on the Jersey shore that won't disappoint, located on Route 72 Eastbound. read more

Amazing food at reasonable prices. Staff and service are above expectations! We come here every time we come to LBI. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - The Turkey Sloppy Joe - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

Although portions are very big.. I ordered South Omelet (spinach feta & tomato) the vegetables & cheese was cold wrapped in an omelet my friend ordered North Omelet (sausage peppers & onions ) also the inside was cold service is fast BUT the food is NOT Hot .. a few weeks ago I ordered a pastrami Rueben again Meat was cold in the middle & just placed on 2 pieces of warm rye Very disappointing Portions are big but BUT unfortunately food that should be hot is served cold Place is clean service is friendly lots of choices HOWEVER food should be served hot or at least warm when needed read more

Amazing food...Best omelette I have had overall... P.S. clean as whistle inside and great service! The owners work hard and it shows! Glen Lloyd read more

Great little place to pick up some quick food. The place was empty when we walked in so we grabbed a table and quickly got our food. I got the chicken parm, my wife got a pork roll sandwich and we split a side of fries. My wife finished her sandwich as it wasn't too big. I had half the chicken parm and took the rest home. The fries helped fill me up and we were both full after our meals. Service was great, a friendly bunch of ladies. read more

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LOVE this place!!! My husband and I are proud to frequent this place and regularly enjoy stopping here for lunch. Our fav sandwich is the Dagwood. You'll not find anything else quite like it. Service from Colleen and John is always sweet and efficient and we always feel welcome. This is a bright, clean, and inviting place to eat! read more

very friendly and they always remember you even if you don't come that often. food comes out quick, and hot.

Jon and staff the best and the best Turkey joes around! So happy they moved south from Cranford where we first experienced them! read more

Outstanding family run deli. Great service , clean , and amazing food! Came for sandwiches and was blown away. Try their sloppy joe sandwich, and no it's not your moms sloppy joe. We came to try the breakfast, and again, blown away. Blueberry pancakes were huge light and fluffy I tried the Commuter sandwich, wow, just look at the picture. Needless to say, neither of us were able to finish. Tasty and super fresh Worth a revisit, and we'll located on 72 before LBI read more

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Stopped in for the first time. Best roast beef sandwich I have had in a long time. Nicest staff too! Thank you . read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Roast Beef Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

We lived in cranford for over 25 years and Mr. J's was always a Saturday morning staple. Moved to Cape May about 7 years ago and saw online that Mr. J's south was opened a few years ago. On a trip up to Costco, had to stop in and get a couple of sandwiches to go. The sloppy Joe is as we remembered it. Delicious. My daughter bit into her sandy and said, yep he makes it the best. Brought back great memories. read more

They need to change their hours. Says they are open until 4. Stopped by at 3:45 and they wouldn't even serve me a cold sandwich. Wasn't asking for anything complicated, nothing hot or with complex ingredients, wasn't staying to eat, but was told "Sorry." Plenty of other places on Route 72 to spend my money. read more

Ooh so yummy French toast and sausage. Stopped in for quick breakfast and the service and workers are very nice. Great service and plenty to choose from. Will be back to try the specials and see more off this r menu which sounded all so delicious. Greta prices and very cozy clean. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Ooh so yummy French toast and sausage. - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

I used to go to Mr. J's north in Cranford. I'm so glad I can get my roast beef sloppy Joe down the shore now! Great owner, friendly staff. I always grab something before going out fishing or laying out in LBI. Keep up the good work! read more

This is go to when I come down here to visit. The workers are kind and friendly. The food is always prepared quickly. The sandwiches are generously portioned to share. Breakfast sandwiches are a must! They even sell cute shirts! read more

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Lots of lunch meat on the hoagie I ordered! I ordered the small and still could have shared it with another person. Will definitely be back! Friendly staff read more

Great people and great food, DMB and OAR playing makes it even better. I always love coming in here for breakfast or lunch.

We've been here a few times but I've never written a review. Each time we found the staff to be super friendly and attentive. Service is quick and the food is great. We shared the turkey and provolone sub (half) and it was plenty for two people. Lots of different drinks and chips to choose from as well. Will definitely be back. read more

Mr. J's is great. the owners are very friendly, the food is outstanding, and the restaurant is very neat & clean. love this place, can't say enough good things about this place. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

WOW, what a GREAT find on Route 72 East headed towards LBI. Place is IMMACULATELY clean, HUGE sandwiches, and VERY fair prices!!!! Stop in, thank me later! read more

The staff here is wonderful very friendly and helpful. They make the best sloppy Joe's I have ever eaten. I usually get the roast beef sloppy Joe's. They make an excellent sub too with plenty of meat and cheese! I've even bought the potato salad and I am really picky on potato salad and it's very good. I will continue to come here for as long as they're open. Great job guys. read more

What a great find today! Awesome food service and people that serve and take care of you ! First time there and will go back many more !! read more

Are you looking for breakfast or maybe lunch...look no further because you found the spot. Mr. Js has a great selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches. We have ordered from here a bunch and never are disappointed. Everything is super fresh and tasty. They also have tables inside if you want to sit in and eat. The place is super clean and staff is friendly and welcoming. Service is quick and prices are reasonable. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Bay Ave Omlette with side of bacon - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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This place is my new favorite place to stop when I'm in this area. I got the pastrami sloppy Joe man this is delicious. The staff is great very welcoming which just adds to the appeal of this place. Don't question it just stop in you won't be disappointed. read more

The food is always consistently good with friendly service and atmosphere. If you're looking for a quick deli sandwich in a quant, friendly environment, highly recommend. Large portions too. read more

Great. Really, really great. Sloppy joe lived up to its name... very sloppy and very delicious! Staff were friendly and attentive. They close at 2 on Sundays so don't sleep in too late! read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Turkey sloppy joe - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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Been in a couple of times since they opened. It's nice to have great deli so close. They delicious huge sandwiches and tasty pastries. The first time I stopped in I got a cheesesteak. It was tasty just not as full as I would have liked. The meat wasn't too greasy, the cheese was good. A full size did fill me up though. On my last visit I got a hot pastrami on rye with Swiss and mustard. It was a nice fat sandwich with lean, tasty pastrami. The mustard was not overwhelming and was just the right amount. Again, the sandwich was a good size to fill you up. I also tried a coffee cake. Delicious top, with a moist cake. This place is a perfect lunch spot, very clean. It does get busy, maybe try calling ahead. read more

Food is excellent. Service is great owner is extremely friendly! Clean and nice area to sit and eat. read more

Great deli on the way to LBI. Seems like a family owned business with a friendly staff. Food came out quick and was tasty. Prices are very reasonable. I would highly recommend. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Pork roll & cheese - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

Food is very good, staff is unbelievably friendly & prices are reasonable for this area. A family run type atmosphere & Chef John rocks it with his specials. We laud their praises to whomever will listen! read more

Discovered Mr. J's about a month ago and already been here several times, everything I've tried here so far was fantastic. The staff here are super friendly and make you feel at home. Go give them a try, you'll be pleased! read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Grilled Reuben. Place has great sandwiches with big portions for a low price. - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

This is by far the best deli I have ever been to!!! The food is amazing! But the service is Exponentially awesome! Great vibes with great food you can't go wrong! Having a party?!? they have an awesome catering menu! Highly recommend mr. j's read more

Mr. J’s Deli - a view of the dining area - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

Service quick and friendly, food on point! Highly recommend their sandwiches l. Had the turkey special - sooooo good and fresh

I always drive by on way to lbi. Stopped in. I was in mood for corn beef special, I had Philly corn beef special on my mind mistake. It was very bland coleslaw was avg not mixed with enough dressing. I'd give the place another try but not the corn beef special. Servers very friendly. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Had enough - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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Sandwiches were really good, ambiance was ok just really crowded service was ok as it was soo busy we ended up taking lunch home

Easily the best sandwich in the area. Mr and Mrs J are always on site making the food are serving customers. Service is fast. Food is high quality. Value is unmatched. read more

Mr. J’s Deli - This is a Dagwood. It's Turkey, Roast Beef, Swiss, Slaw & Thousand Island on Rye. And it's a damn good sandwich. - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

I read the reviews before ordering my lunch. I would have to say disregard the one and two star ratings. The pastrami and corned beef sloppy's are not dry so you don't need a lot of Russian dressing. I ordered an extra one on the side and didn't need it. The coleslaw although not the best I ever has was tasty. The combo of the three were very good and (sloppy) like they advertised. They can do without the middle piece of bread although it probably keeps the sandwich together and it has to be HOTTER. The cheese was warm at best. Overall I was satisfied and will most likely order again in the future. I will ask to eliminate the 3rd piece of bread and get it hotter after all they call it a "Hot" pastrami sloppy Joe. I feel bad giving them 3 stars so I gave them a 4. They are probably a 3 1/2 read more

Mr. J’s Deli - Corned beef sloppy joe - Delis Near Me - Manahawkin, New Jersey

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