Ah, I really wanted to love Raymond's. I gave it two chances, both at dinner (am wondering perhaps brunch is the way to go here). Both times, once on a Thursday and once on a Friday, it was almost empty. Service was extremely slow - took forever to get our four entrees despite there being no other tables, and our onion ring side came out almost 20 minutes after our entrees came out. The food is....just missing something. Fish in the fish and chips were heavily breaded with hot but soft breading; brick chicken had no flavor; the steak was overcooked. read more

My second time reviewing as the brunch today was just SO GOOD! My tuna Niçoise salad was just fantastic. The veggies tasted so fresh like they were just picked from the garden! So simple and yet amazing. Perfect seared flavorful tuna, and the dressing was excellent. The french toast was WOW!! Perfectly moist in the middle, toasty outside, and barely sweet. Wonderful with the fresh fruit and a drop of syrup. I always love this place! Lovely warm ambiance and great service too. My friend loved her huevos rancheros and cafe mocha. read more

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This is such a pleasant review to write. My wife and I stumbled upon this spot by coincidence, and we absolutely loved it. The décor has a charming vintage feel, paired with great food and excellent service. It's located right on the main downtown strip, and parking is no issue at all. It's a perfect place for lunch or breakfast, and the coffee is fantastic. This is definitely a spot we'll be visiting again. read more

Raymond's - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

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3.5: comparable to a diner but with a more limited menu, better ingredients probably, not large portions generally, and kind of pricey for what you get. Service and atmosphere were fine; it was quiet for a Thursday evening. Nothing went wrong with the visit but don't need to return too soon. I always thought Raymonds was just a brunch place but if you come for dinner, they feature a few salads, sandwiches, and entrees (meatloaf, fried chicken, pasta etc). They also offer one breakfast omelet. I wasn't in love with the Baja fish tacos ($18, no side) - I like shredded cabbage and veggies but they overwhelmed the tacos and there was a spicyish sauce that wasnt great personally. The omelet looked fluffy and large. The burger seemed fine, with a soft bun. They also have some vegan options, sides and desserts. For the cost per dish, it seemed like having a side would have made it more worth it. Desserts are also kind of pricey. They charge 3.5% credit card fee and don't take reservations. There are some booths and tables and a bar area. The bathroom is located down a set of stairs which is interesting. I have better memories of the Montclair location so maybe Raymonds is just a better breakfast or brunch spot. read more

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Such a cute brunch spot in Ridgewood! I came here without a reservation on Saturday (party of 3) and was promptly seated. The menu has all of your classic breakfast/brunch items, everything from pancakes, omelets, eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, etc. I had a custom omelet that was packed with bacon, cheddar, and sautéed spinach. It came with a generous side of crispy fries. However, the real star of the show was the pancakes. We ordered them to split amongst the three of us and there was plenty to share. The pancakes were perfectly fluffy and sweet. The blueberry compote is a must add, it was SO good. Will absolutely be back here for brunch soon! read more

Raymond's - Omelet - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

Raymond's was absolutely delicious. The food was great and fresh. The service was Ok. At arrival, one waiters took care of us and out of no where another waiter came to take our order. It was a bit weird. Food came and I had to get up and look for utensils setting, table of 4 and we didn't have any. Otherwise the experience was awesome with the food. I must say, the waiter that took over our table was very nice attentive and tried to make things better for our experience. Overall the food was A++ - Service was Ok. read more

Raymond's - RAYMOND's - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

Come to Raymond's frequently to dine in. at 8:48 AM ordered a pick up order scheduled for 5:15 PM through their website and received an order confirmation email. When going to pick it up at 5:40 they said they didn't start the order because they didn't see it. I ordered a burger and fries, nothing crazy. They provided zero help and did not seem to care that they missed an order nor did they try to even expedite the order. Ended up not getting a meal and refunded, and now running to work at the hospital overnight with no meal! Horrible service. read more

For as long as we had been coming to Ridgewood's town, Raymond's red awning on the corner of E Ridgewood and Oak always stood out, but with all of the restaurants in the area, it was always "next time" ...... and "next time" FINALLY came to be. We dropped in on a warm, early Friday evening at around 5:45 and the restaurant was pretty much empty, except for 2 other occupied tables. In the times that we thought we'd come here for dinner, we looked at the menu, but everything always seemed a bit pricier than we'd like, especially because of the fact that it seemed to have less to choose from. They had a "diner-ish" menu, but didn't have the full variety offering of a diner. HOWEVER, one nice surprise was that they had a kids menu, which they don't advertise on their website. We didn't start with any appetizer and went straight to entrees. My better half ordered the Autumn Salad with Shrimp, I had the Black Bean Veggie Burger (with Fries) and the kids shared a small order of Mac and Cheese and a Kids Junior Burger. My wife thought her salad was subpar. The salad was mostly chopped romaine and didn't have much flavor, according to her, but the shrimp was decent (there were 5 in it). As for my Black Bean Veggie Burger, it was HUGE. The veggie burger's flavor was good, but it fell apart within the first bite. It was like eating a giant, soft falafel that just crumbled. It was a bit dry too, so ketchup was a must for it. The fries that came with it were very good though - could have come out hotter, but still decent. As for the Kids Junior Burger, it was cooked perfectly for us as we had asked, which was medium well. I didn't get a chance to try it, but it looked pretty juicy. Our kids also loved the Mac and Cheese. I had a few bites and thought was OK. It was on the gooey side, which I'm a fan of. By 6:30 PM, the restaurant was pretty busy. Turnover was high, so there was always a few tables free, but the waiters were definitely working their tails off at that point. Service with the food was good and the waiters kept providing us with extra ketchup every time we requested for it. Overall, the food was decent. We'd definitely prefer more variety. I do know that they are a popular brunch spot, so maybe we'd give it another go around for brunch. read more

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Had a very nice breakfast on the patio. Service was extremely kind. Nice looking breakfast menu with a nice election. I went with the Weibo's rancheros which were pretty good. Obviously you won't get your traditional dish here but it makes for a nice breakfast or brunch. read more

I don't know why this place has such low stars. Now, I've never dined in. I've only ever gotten take out. But the pancakes and the steak and eggs were damn delicious. Maybe people have had issues in the past which service when they dine in. But since I've only ever done takeout, I've only ever experienced good service. read more

Loved our brunch here! I think it's typically busy but we went on a rainy Saturday and had no wait. The service was a bit slow but the food was great! We had the BLT, wheatberry salad, and the cobbler to share. Everything was tasty and it was a cozy, neighborhood spot vibe. read more

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I was in the area looking to find a home and came across this spot on a Sunday. It was very easy to park and had a good amount of outdoor seating. The town is quiet and very enjoyable for a late lunch/early dinner. My server was great! She's fairly new at this but was kind and quick to assist. Gustavo keeps his team in order and helps out where he's needed. I had the Tuna burger. It was fresh and delicious. I think it was a bit overcooked but I didn't specify how I'd like it. The fruit wasn't too cold for my teeth, which I really enjoy. I'd come back for sure. read more

Raymond's - Spiced Ahi Tuna Burger - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

Literally just walked out. The host took 1 party and completely ignored me. Walked away to do something else and never returned.

Raymond's needs an overhaul. Their ambiance has gone by the wayside. It seems as though nothing has changed in 40 years. The service is extremely slow. The food was just adequate. The only good thing was the coffee. read more

Entering Raymond's is like stepping back in time to a retro French bistro. The art deco light fixtures glow over the red leather banquettes and marble top tables. We had a cheeseburger with french fries, served in a silver cup and a turkey club sandwich. Food is 5/5, presentation 5/5. Excellent service. read more

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First time here stopped in for lunch. Seated right away. Service was very good. I ordered wings for appetizers. They were really good and nice flavor. I ordered a Cheeseburger with fries. Asked for medium. Came out more raw than med. Good flavor nice burger but when the juice soaks your bun starts falling apart. Over all I would recommend if in the area. The restaurant is well decorated. read more

Raymond's - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

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Ok, ok, ok. I am so used to Montclair that every time I visit Ridgewood it's quite frankly a bit of a disappointment. Sure the aesthetics are the same as the original ... all that old world charm but man I was craving those ultra delicious waffles (as in Montclair) and man was I disappointed. What the heck? Who puts chopped passion fruit and litter it all over waffle? And that waffle? I could have went to any diner for the same quality and waste. The one bright spot was the huevos rancheros, they were perfect. The steaks and eggs at first appeared to be a nice generous portion but upon closer inspection it was a mirage and was lacking taste and salt. The food isn't quite terrible but it should be so much better! Btw, the coffee has also changed, not quite for the better either. I guess I'll be sticking to the Montclair location. read more

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Brunch at Raymond's in Ridgewood. Unlimited coffee !!!! All the three dishes were great. The Raymond's omelets and added some mushrooms, the chopped salad was surprisingly pleasant. I would say that among the three, huevos rancheros was the most disappointing, but it was still good hahahaha The only complaint was that the inner lounge was very loud, as if reflecting all the sound. Next time, we will definitely request to be seated in the main hall. read more

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Raymond's is a local institution for higher end quality "diner" food that has been around for quite a while. Decor is old city diner with a counter & stools and plenty of white subway tiles. Plenty of street and public parking ( a 2nd location in Montclair). I used to go more often but it's been a while. Staff is very friendly, however on our recent visit, they forgot some items a few times, even though it was not that packed. OK, maybe a bad day.....it happens. The FOOD.....plenty of spins on classics dishes, many towards the healthy version while still keep it comfort food. -Their French toast is legendary (my favorite in any restaurant I've tried) and still so amazing; made on Nicolo's baguette, fresh fruit on top with berkshire maple syrup; it is a large portion and one of my favorites anywhere. I had it with the chicken apple sausage on the side which ( when it finally arrived) was just ok. The side of mac & cheese was plenty for 2 to share and very good, but not life changing. The pancakes were fluffy & light. I recommend paying the $2 upcharge and getting the fresh blueberry sauce ( if you like blueberries). One thing I tried that was sooo good was the Turmeric Almond Latte that was so bursting with flavor and creamy goodness that I had a 2nd cup. All the dishes being delivered to other tables all looked fantastic. From big omelets with home fries, to a triple decker club sandwich,even the onion rings looked seriously good. I really feel the need to go back; try some other items, and if as good as breakfast, and the orders come out all at once, a definite 5 Star. read more

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I have the egg Benedict and they were OK very small and English muffin very small plate very crowded table. My wife ordered the corned beef and it was all fat. We did send it back and they were very nice about it but how could they even think of serving what she got to anybody? read more

Ate here on Saturday for lunch and had a great experience. It was super busy but we were still seated in less than 15 minutes. The vibe of the restaurant is super cute and it feels like an elevated diner. Our waiter was very fast and so nice despite how busy it was on a Saturday afternoon. I ordered a caesar salad and fries. The salad was great and had the perfect amount of dressing. The fries were perfect, I was originally going to get waffles but then saw the fries and they looked too good to pass up. They didn't disappoint! read more

Raymond's - Caesar Salad and fries - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

I've been to Raymond's plenty of times and have always had a pleasant experience. Wait time for a table has never been more than 15 minutes and the hostess is always smiling with a positive attitude. The food has been excellent. I loved the Mexican burrito bowl with good mix of flavors. The eggs Benedict is a classic. The French toast had a perfectly crisp exterior and soft inside. For the Belgian hot chocolate id ask that the marshmallow be halved- it was tooo large. read more

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We decided to give this sorry excuse of an overpriced diner another chance and the food has actually gotten worse. The service is inattentive and the din and noise is overwhelming. What a waste of time and money!!! read more

Wait was not bad for a Sunday bunch! Service was good. I had the avocado toast, which was okay. A lot of the toast was burnt so that was disappointing. The smashed avocado & poached eggs were delicious, though. read more

Raymond's - Avocado Toast - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

I've been coming to Raymond's in Ridgewood for quite some time. Never had a bad experience until just in the last year. Food quality has gone downhill, and fast. The last few times have been so depressing that my experience was lackluster. I ordered the omelet with gruyere and avocado and no toast. Both times it was greasy, the cheese hard, and not even hot. The grease really over powered the taste of the omelet itself. The fact that the cheese overcooked and crunchy is not a good sign, either. The person I was with had the BLT with avocado. Even his was greasy and the bacon cooked so hard, it was like biting into glass. Obviously, the cooks in the back are not caring about the food quality. Sending out food that is subpar is a problem. I spoke to the manager on both occasions, but her attitude was lacking in understanding. The second time I had an issue she told me, "that i always complain." Not sure where she is qualified to be a manager. To speak to a customer like that shows her lack of experience in a customer based business. I guess she doesn't like criticism to the food that her cooks are putting out. She also had the waitress hand us the check after I was talked down to by her. She really should be in a job that requires her to not work with customers. Her miscommunication skills are on a high school level. If, that. Sad to say, that I will not be a regular at Raymond's any more. The food and angry manager issue will cause me to go to much better establishments in the area. read more

you can meet the worst service here. The server definitely have time to fool around making unpleasant, unnecessary jokes to customers. Funny, he never has time to bring a cup of cappuccino and boxes for leftovers in time. read more

I love all the Raymond's! They changed their menu but the food was still delish! I ordered the eggs habanero and it was yummy. Wait staff are friendly and attentive. Even though it's not upscale the way they serve feels upscale. Outside seating with little umbrellas- A great spot! read more

An absolute atrocity this am! Not one hostess to greet you . An hour later and still no service. Very disappointing and you lost my business . Daily treat would never let this happen ! 0 star read more

If you know, you know. Both locations ( Montclair and Ridgewood) consistently turn out great eats. Breakfast all day as well as an interesting menu that never disappoints. Tuna Nicoise was a beautifully crafted combination of the classics dish. The BLT was described as " the best ever". Both restaurants are BYO- so what are you waiting for? read more

Raymond's - Tuna Nioise - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

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Great breakfast place!! It has a vand they have outdoor seating so you can enjoy the nice summer mornings!

We came here during early lunch. We ordered the Baja Fish Tacos and the Fish n Chips entrées. Baja Fish Tacos- very juicy and not dry, everything was breaking apart quickly. My spice tolerance isn't good and I don't like how it wasn't listed on the menu with a red chili pepper sign. If a food item is going to have red pepper flakes all over the tacos, at least give a warning to customers who don't like spice. The Fish was good, the cabbage was messy and I couldn't enjoy holding the tacos. Fish n chips- not worth it for how little amount it was. The quality was okay, but two pieces of Fish and more potatoes doesn't make the meal what it is. French Fries - crisp and tasted good Service was okay. For a quiet afternoon, service could have been better to check on us. We didn't need to stay for dessert knowing how lunch already was going at Raymond's. All forms of payment are accepted, parking is available anywhere around town. Presentation inside "Raymond's" gives you a nostalgic feel of old school New York City diners. Food and prices don't match up. read more

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Been coming to Raymond's for years (both to their Montclair and Ridgewood locations). Love all the fun and flavorful menu items but always LOVED the blueberry pie. It's always been a seasonal favorite for me and hundreds of devout followers, but this year they sadly removed it from their menu. With hopes they will bring it back (even it's for a short while). Te ambiance is usually very loud especially since they use tin ceilings, but the ascetics are lively and welcoming. We also like coming here because their servers are always friendly and punctual. Please Please Please bring back the blueberry pie. Yum! read more

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Dine al fresco tonight. Staff is pleasant and prompt. Had a craving for fried chicken. It was so good. Piping hot, fresh, not greasy. Pleasant dining experience. read more

Been coming here for a few years and they have excellent service and good food but I personally don't really get why this place is hyped up so much. It's just like any other brunch spots in the area imo. But I've only been here for their brunch hours so perhaps their dinner menu is better? read more

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The mahi fish tacos were OK but not great. Delivered by DoorDash. The fish was a little over cooked. The tacos were oily on the outside. The slaw fell out of the tacos. Thankfully the avocado cream was on the side, in a cup. These tacos might be excellent freshly eaten in the restaurant. But I won't order them for take out again. read more

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Popped in for a quick breakfast and was seated immediately (granted it was only me and fairly busy). Ordered avocado toast and coffee. Service was great and food very yummy. I've been in before and had to wait up to 45 mins so it was nice to get in and out quickly. read more

Came here to eat brunch. I had my dogs with me so we ate outside which was beautiful. The food was delicious and would definitely come back here again. The service was friendly and even though we were outside he was very attentive. read more

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The ambiance is like a diner. The service was okay. Kind of had to wave down the server a couple times to get help. It was slightly busy but not too busy the time we went. Kinda chilly so bring a sweater or light jacket inside. The tuna salad was okay. Nothing fancy or different. A bit on the citrus side with the vinaigrette used. The bacon was basic. I think maybe if they added brown sugar it would definitely make a huge difference. The salmon Benedict is mediocre too. Similar to most places I've been too. The French toast was probably the best thing we ordered but it was something you can order anywhere. The syrup wasn't warm either. Nothing wow about the place to me. This is just your average diner if other places are too busy. read more

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Raymond's is on the corner of the downtown area. Parking is exclusively on the street. It has an old school diner vibe. We had to wait about 15 mins for a table of 6 on a Monday afternoon. The service was good and the food came out relatively quickly. I ordered the cobb salad without cheese and it was good. The size was about average and the ranch dressing was a nice touch. I tried the french fries, which came as an appropriate sized portion. Initially I was thinking of ordering a side portion but the $9 price tag scared me off. The bill was $120 for 5 adults and a child - a tad pricey for lunch. read more

Raymond's - Cobb Salad - Comfort Food Near Me - Ridgewood, New Jersey

Finally, I got to try their lunch menu items, which starts after 11am. Surprisingly on a Sunday noon time, we got a table within 10 minutes of waiting. As usual, the restaurant was packed. But the service was efficient, so they were able to turn around empty tables pretty fast, and keep the lines short. This time I tried the smoked chicken wings and Spiced Ahi Tuna Burger (with extra fried egg) from the lunch menu. The chicken wings tasted good with a mix of sauce. I felt the wings could have been little bit more moist. But I was throughly impressed with my Ahi Tuna Burger. All the ingredients, including the fried egg, came together so nicely. There was no smell of any fish. The paddy was filled with Ahi tuna. The other layer of the paddy is well cooked, but the middle part is somewhat smoked pink. Food taste - 5/5 Food Prep Time - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Price - $$$$ Items Tried: Spiced Ahi Tuna Burger - 5/5 Smoked Chicken Wings - 4/5 read more

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