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    Park Wayne Diner

    3.1 (314 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    This is the amazing Mediterranean platter my husband and I shared. It was delicious
    Lorraine M.

    Review update A few years ago we stopped going to this diner because the food and service had really gone downhill. We recently RETURNED and it is a WHOLE NEW experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The diner has been remodeled, it's clean and most importantly the food is BETTER than ever![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They even have a new party room in the back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you haven't been here in a few years, it's time to COME BACK and try it for yourself.

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    Wei S.

    Love the kids eat free Mondays! My son also got his balloon and face painted. The lady is super friendly and accommodating. The service at this place is not consistent. Some staff members are extremely helpful, but some others are okay.

    We recently hosted our daughter's first birthday party at Park Wayne Diner, and it was truly an amazing experience! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The back room was perfect for our celebration!! It was spacious, clean, and comfortable for all of our guests.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not to mention how beautifully they set it up for us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The entire staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. They were so attentive, friendly, and incredibly accommodating, which made the day completely stress-free for us. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop complimenting it! We also wanted to mention Moody, who was absolutely wonderful. He was so kind, helpful, and accommodating, and we really appreciated his positive energy and willingness to help with anything we needed. They made our baby girl's special day feel even more special, and we're so grateful. Highly recommend for any event or even just a great meal. We are always here, and the staff treats you as family. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the vibes here[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Mexicali omelette
    Priyank R.

    Food was great, large portions easily to split. We got the Mexicali omelette with home fries with bacon on the side. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They were decorated nicely for Christmas which was a nice added touch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience and service were great as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nice local diner.

    Greek Tacos

    Love this diner!! My favorite diner in town!! These tacos were so yummy and huge!! Everything here is so fresh and never disappoints. Highly recommend. Everyone who works here is also so accommodating and kind.

    Every time I come here I'm greeted with a smile and like family. Everyone that works here is friendly and food is good!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]And they just remodeled not so long ago!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Doug E.

    It's diner food so it's not a fine dining situation. But the food was basic and good. Our waitress was a thing of beauty! She's probably been there forever. My brother and I were "Hon" the whole time. Classic!

    Newly renovated banquet room

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]We just hosted a baby shower in their newly renovated banquet room which is beautiful![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was outstanding as always. The service was spot on. I can't praise them enough. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a special party I suggest them with confidence that you will enjoy.

    Breakfast...French toast and sausage, served all day.
    Max M.

    It's New Jersey and it's a diner. Is the food supposed to be incredible, no, it's culture...diner culture and it's a nuanced part of life in North Jersey. No diner is the same and different people go to different diners and at different times. That being said Park Wayne checks all the marks for a diner and what it should it be. Diners are a volume business, not a fine-dining experience. Service is acceptable here after multiple visits recently. There are good and bad things at Park Wayne. Good: Disco Fries, probably the best we had out of the 3 diners I went to. The gravy had the most flavor and best consistency. The cheese, is well delightful, but everyone uses the same cheese. Sandwiches, Ruben, good with real deli mustard. Not so good: diner service, it isn't anything to write home about and that is the standard. It would be a diner with over the top service. Coffee, never food, always average at best. Diners are a part of life in the Garden State, please embrace accordingly.

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    Don't get the chicken fingers. Ordered to go and there was a bone in one. I could have chipped a tooth. The hell with this place.

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    The owner was not wearing a mask indoors and was not socially distancing. Food was nothing special. Pretty disappointing

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    First time visit, the service was excellent and the food too, the place reflects a 1950 diner, super clean, recommend !

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