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    The Mug Rack

    3.9 (124 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Very loud
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Porkroll and cheese with fries
    Sean B.

    It's been a while since I've been able to come to my former hangout when I lived here in New Jersey. This place is exactly the same as I remember, which is to say outstanding. The same family runs the operation and while there are many new faces behind the counter, it is exactly the same service and quality of food. Today's lunch was a pork roll with cheese on a hard roll with some fries and brown gravy. Quite simply the best you'll have out here. If you're in the area stop in, but please note they are only open for breakfast and lunch generally. My thanks to the Riccio family for keeping such a great operation running exactly as I remember.

    Breakfast Burrito Wrap

    Went here for breakfast the other day, I passed it a bunch of times and finally gave it a try. Got the breakfast burrito with hash browns. It was pretty good, cheap food all around, the service was great too. Great diner spot for breakfast

    Vanilla Shake
    Miladys G.

    Located in Jackson this place is a gem. The portions are generous and the breakfast burrito is highly recommended. The ambiance was pleasant from the locals and staff everyone was friendly. Except our waitress it felt like we were bothering her by being there. We notice other staff member being so nice to their patrons we even had another waitress be attentive to us more than our original waitress. Would I still recommend this place? Yes, because I believe in second chances especially since it was one person and we are human. Bad days happen. I would recommend bringing cash if not you will be charge a card fee which is the norm in a lot of places. They have signs posted about this so no surprises here.

    French Toast, egg & hash, at The Mug Rack in Jackson, NJ.
    Tom D.

    Came back to The Mug Rack over the weekend for breakfast w/ the wife & In-Laws. We were seated right away, place was moderately busy for a Sunday morning at 8am. I ordered a sausage, egg & cheese on a hard roll -- a VERY large sandwich, overall though, I thought it tasted just OK. Other breakfasts ordered were average & pretty standard. My wife had the Eggs Benedict -- the eggs were overdone, yolk was not runny. But that does seem to happen a lot when ordering Eggs Benedict, I suspect many places pre-cook the poached eggs then re-heat them when a Benedict is ordered. She also felt the hollandaise sauce was too sweet. It's hard to find an Eggs Benedict done right. Service was good and the prices are reasonable at The Mug Rack.

    Hometown diner with dog friendly outdoor seating! Great service too!
    Mel M.

    JACKSON: for a hometown breakfast, brunch, and lunch, head on over to The Mug Rack where they serve delicious food in big portions at reasonable prices! Leashed dogs are allowed at their outdoor area. There are plenty of socially distant tables under a tent to be able to dine no matter what the weather brings. Brie enjoyed some grits and egg from the Western omelette. Our waitress was really fantastic and accommodating to our dietary needs. Check their social media for their daily specials.

    Omelette with spinach, Swiss cheese, mushrooms, rye, toast, bacon, and home fries.  Best !!!

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    Best breakfast in Jackson! I order to go a lot always hot and plentiful. Good comfort food and great service!

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    Great food ! breakfast it's always delicious !! Friendly staff ! Great location ! It's worth the wait! Family owned and operated!

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    The food is always good and served by experienced professionals. They deserve large tips.

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