Cobb salad with grilled chicken is fire Best I've ever had…read more Great combo of salad fixings. Can't go wrong with.

My parents moved to Union two months before I was born back in '86, and Cozy Corner was already 3…read moredecades old. 40 years later, this tiny lunch counter is still going After dropping my car off for an oil change, I stopped in for the first time in about 25 years...and little inside changed. The counter and stools in the middle of the deli are still there, and the menu sticks to the basics. I thought about riding the nostalgia and getting a grilled cheese (properly greasy, with yellow American) but went with a tossed salad instead The salad wasn't anything special: romaine + thick cut tomato + shredded carrots + cucumber + red onion + roasted red pepper, topped with a scoop of tuna salad. It was dished up quick and I managed to kill some time before heading back to the dealership The original owners are long gone, but it feels like Cozy Corner will be right there on Rahway and Liberty for another 7 decades

I love visiting Maplewood and I've eaten at a few places along this main street but I've walked by…read moreSpot Diner a ton of times without stopping in. This weekend I decided to finally check it out. Spot Diner is located in the middle of a block, sandwiched between other store fronts. A blue awning is set over glass windows in the front. The doorway is a bit awkward, but when you get in you'll see plenty of booths and regular tables to sit at. Even better, you can sit at a counter to the left, one of my favorite features of any diner. I wound up sitting at a booth and it was at an odd time (around 4PM) so it was not crowded. The waitress was there very quickly and she was very nice. The host was cool too. No issues at all with service. The interior of Spot Diner has clearly been renovated in recent time. You can tell at one time it probably looked more like a classic diner but since then the interior has been painted blue and grey (giving off a Greek restaurant vibe) and there are some nice paintings hanging on the walls. I was really there just for a snack so I wound up ordering French Toast (which was still available at this hour). It came out quickly and it was good! One of the challenges with French Toast at any restaurant cooking it thoroughly while not drying it out. Fortunately they did a great job here The outer edge had a nice bit to it while the middle was chewy and cooked properly. Butter and syrup were of course provided on the side. I enjoyed my visit to Spot and I hope to come back for a full, proper breakfast one day!

This little cozy "spot" has fulfilled, satisfied and accommodated us every single time!!…read more I may have written a review but not sure my most recent experience- the most eventful yet. I like and enjoy Maplewood, its people , culture and food - as well as its beautiful tree- lined streets , parks and coffee shops. On this particular day, I had the honor of Elizabeth Summer companionship (my beloved morkie). We walked and had coffee and walked some more but then got caught in a thunder- lightening storm! Shane on me for not looking up the weather. Thankfully, I was graciously welcomed into "spot" and when I asked if my furry friend was too, they didn't hesitate. I'll be honest, everything we've ordered has been to our liking / sadly- not this day. It's ok though - they didn't want to charge me buy I did ask for an additional order and made sure I tipped the very sweet young man attending me.. "us"! I will gladly continue to visit the spot - I have enjoyed every other meal - oh and their cream of turkey- fills my"chicken-soup with rice" craving with turkey soul! Enjoy!! Buen provecho!!!

The sun is bright today, the eggs are sunny side up and all is good in the world (mostly), so it's…read morea great start to a nice Saturday with a hearty breakfast! I'm traveling through NJ alone today, so I pull off I-78 in Maplewood and find the Park Wood Diner. This is an old school corner diner with a rear wraparound parking lot that's locally popular. I grab a seat at the counter and start checking out the menu. The breakfast menu card is tabloid sized and filled with choices on both sides and is available all day. I'm afraid to see what the lunch and dinner menu looks like. One of my breakfast favorites is corned beef hash and I get it with 2 eggs sunny side up with home fries and white toast. I love laying the oozy yolk onto a slice of toast and if there's any bread left, use it to sop up any runny yolk left on the plate. Of course, the yolk runs onto the hash and home fries, too. After this leisurely filling breakfast, can I even think about lunch or maybe dinner? I'll have to make a point to come back to see what's in store on the lunch menu. Maybe a pastrami or corned beef on rye or a comforting meatloaf? See you next time!

The most delicious breakfast...George's Benedict. Great customer service and pleasant environment…read more There is a reason it's voted one of the best diners in NJ. Luckily I took a pic before I ate it all!

I enjoyed a delicious sandwich from Sandwich Evolution! I saw a Tiktok video that featured a few of…read moretheir "destination sandwiches" and I knew I wanted to try the Buenos Aires which had marinated skiirt steak, broccoli tabe, fried potato, garlic aioli, and chimichurri. The steak, cooked medium, was very tender and soft. All of the accompaniments meshed very well together and made for a delicious sandwich. The bread was also very soft and held the ingredients together perfectly. As a first time customer, I was given complimentary fries which was a very nice touch. They tasted nice and crispy and the sea salt was lovely. Since everything is cooked to order, if you are hungry its best to order ahead and pick up. Otherwise, if it's crowded inside the store, the wait will be long. Also, parking is available on the side of the restaurant. I'll definitely be back to a different sandwich since the menu changes regularly.

Excellent sandwiches! We did takeout and got the New Orleans and the Havana from their destination…read moresandwich menu, and both were excellent. They were huge, filling, and lasted us two meals. The flavors felt thoughtful and intentional. They also have a lot more on their menu, plus a $10 student special with a burger, fries, and soda. This spot's definitely worth a bite or several more. NOTES/TIPS: **On Doordash. **Several tables inside and out. **Plenty of parking in a shared plaza lot by TD Pizza.

New restaurant but it's definitely gonna be one of those IYKYK spots. Seriously delicious food in…read morean unassuming diner with friendly staff. And a HUGE selection. I was craving a diner cheeseburger because I knew they had a diner menu but turned out they also have a second menu full of Mexican options. I had a tough time making a decision which would be my only complaint, if that counts as a complaint. I was with a big party so I got my cheeseburger *and* got to taste steak and birria tacos, carnitas and the al pastor. I thought maybe they'd be better at one cuisine than the other, but they nailed both. Such a welcome addition to the neighborhood. I have family nearby and definitely plan to return.

Great typical diner food -- especially typical breakfasts favorites like French toast,etc... But…read morethe real standout is the amazing Mexican food menu. Authentic, flavorful-- some of the best Mexican food in the area. I wasn't expecting that from an otherwise standard looking Jersey diner. Also there are some fun paintings of Hamilton-era Americana pictures on the wall, and good smoothies and milkshakes. My kids also love the display of colorful jello cups to choose from. Friendly staff.

I love this diner. It's been a long time since I've dined here and the food was even better this…read moretime. Their paninis are made on pita bread and absolutely delicious. Their soups are served hot and fresh, the sweet potato fries are amazing, and the desserts are baked on site. Parking is also available and the staff is so friendly. Looking forward to stopping by again.

Inviting, and Attentive Staff Comfortable, Clean, Relaxed,…read moreAtmosphere Excellent Coffee!!! Excellent Spinach & Feta Omelette!! Fair Prices Clean Restroom

Nice little building with good parking. Fast and accurate…read moreservice with nice counter employee. The hot dogs are on point! Nice cook to them on a toasted hot dog bun. The Texas Weiner chili was sweet and Smokey and paired well with the Mustard and Onions. We deviated here after an abysmal experience at Galloping Hill. Manny's wins hands down!

I was craving a great hot dog, and I really wanted to love this place, especially since it was my…read morefirst time. The nostalgic vibe inside was great, the menu was huge, and the staff was fun and friendly -- you could tell they were proud of how long they'd been in business. Unfortunately, I can't let that alone carry the review. The hot dog itself had a nice snap, so you know it's finished off on the flat top. Where it fell short was flavor and presentation, starting with the chili. It just wasn't doing anything for me -- sad to say, but it looked like day-old chili. The color was off, and the seasoning was even more off. And nothing drives me crazier than a wet bun; this one was soggy, likely from the onions' moisture. I just can't do it. The dog will fall right through the bottom. The sweet potato fries were great, but the coleslaw was more like "warm slaw" -- even the waitress flagged it to the kitchen. This isn't to say the place doesn't have other solid items, but the hot dog was the star that should've hit the spot, and it just didn't.

Good neighborhood deli…read more This old school deli probably hasn't changed for a long time. The Cherry Peppers were the highlight of our Italian sub. The meat portion was generous and the bread was fresh.

To be honest my wife hooked me up on this place. I forgot my…read morelunch and was going to settle for something close to my job. However my wife surprised me with a Uber Eats delivery. The driver came with an sandwich that was The Italian. Well I fondant was able to dig in later in the day. The sandwich was fantastic. The bread was crunchy on the outside and the meats were fresh and delicious. The sandwich is always about the bread. They crushed it. Very impressed and will order again.