The only place I go for breakfast or lunch. It's your traditional old-time luncheonette with great service and good food and friendly staff and you always meet someone you know in the area. read more

Delicious, authentic diner! I can't believe a spot like this still exists! The prices can't be beat and the food tastes 100% fresh and homemade. This is straight up a delicious diner! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Love this place! Charlie Linda and Sue alway make me feel at home! I get my special and love every bite!

Cool small spot with homemade kinda food and service. Just tried it for the first time on Xmas eve and will most definitely return again and again. read more

The Red Maple - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

I was a little disappointed. I love local breakfast/lunch joints like this and seek them out. I'll drive 20 min out of my way rather go to a McD or Wendy's. While the service was excellent, the eggs were done just right and the pancakes did not have a 'skin' and came w. plenty of butter, I did have issues with 2 important items. Firstly the coffee was just a step above dreadful. Not as bad as a similarly veteran establishment that I recently visited, but pretty bad. How is it that the crappiest NJ diner can consistently have a good cop off coffee and yet a place like this should have a subpar brew? Perhaps it's drip vs. urn, but then again, I have excellent cups of coffee from restaurants and I'm pretty sure they use drip. The other issue was the breakfast sausage. Definitely some "off tastes" going on there, but I also understand that breakfast sausage can really vary tremendously on the herb/spice pallet, and it's very much a matter of personal taste. I'll certainly go again if in the neighborhood, but next time I'll probably go to with the Taylor ham! read more

This place is a treasure. Delicious, no nonsense food at great prices. The staff is simply a great bunch of people. As far as I can tell, Charlie's goal is to make people happy with his cooking, and he surely succeeds. Big fan of the muffins, as well as the chicken salad. Three egg veggie omelette is my usual; speaking of which, this is a place where they eventually know your "usual." Great coffee, too. And perfect on a morning when you're up at 5 for no good reason and need to start your day with sunshine pouring through the window. Also, WFDU, greatest retro station ever, is what's on the radio dial. Always a smile, a happy stomach, and a cheerful send off. Makes my day. read more

Delicious as per usual, haven't been here in awhile but Happy I was able to stop in for breakfast! Check it out you won't be disappointed!

HANDS DOWN no better place for breakfast been coming here since I was a child EVERY thing on menu and every time I order food is amazing. the cook Charlie truly is the King of all breakfasts if want a breakfast you will NEVER forget go there. If I lived farther away I'll still travel for his food. read more

The fact that I've taken so long to review The Red Maple is shameful. This diner is like Arnold's (you'll know if you are older than 35 yrs old). If not, Google it LOL ;) Not many diners like this diner exist anymore, and to find it in Closter, which is a small affluent town in Bergen County, is a gem. The food is always on point, the prices are affordable, and it's a place where faces and even names are remembered. Whenever I take a day off work and if I'm up on time for breakfast, I make my way to the neighborhood. The hours of operation is AM to Noon, so that's what I mean. There is parking in the large lot behind the building and the diner is CASH ONLY. read more

Excellent luncheonette. Food is very good. Staff is excellent and fun. Owner/cook has been there for 33 years.

Not enough wait staff - attitude of server was off - not friendly at all. Didn't even get Menus to review. read more

Although I wish the menu included some breakfast staples like biscuits gravy, blueberry pancakes and the like, I still respect red maple for its integrity. It's straightforward, opens before the sun comes up and quiet in the mornings. read more

The Red Maple - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

This place was cozy and the food was so comforting and delicious! The staff was so sweet! Please support your local businesses !

The food is delicious. Great service and friendly atmosphere. Worth the 20 minute ride to get there. Plenty of parking on the street or there's a parking lot in the back. read more

Wonderful take out Breakfast Sandwiches! Had a western on roll with salt pepper ketchup, my husband had bacon and 2 egg sandwich! Very very tasty! Quick, pleasant service. Great stop! read more

Tremendous. A little old school. For Closter, not glitzy but gets the job done. Just nice people serving a very good meal.

I was having some work done to my car in Closter and after dropping off the car, me and my sister needed to have breakfast. A quick search didn't reveal too much but Red Maple looked like the place to try. Walking in you're quickly transported to something reminiscent of what you'd maybe expect to see in a 1950's diner (minus the checkerboard floor and shiny chrome). Red Maple is a intimate small town (where everybody knows your name) vibe breakfast place. In fact, several customers came in and the staff clearly greeted them by name; clearly indicating many were regulars. I ordered a full stack of pancakes topped with fresh blueberries and they were excellent. I love my pancakes, and these were expertly made with the perfect thickness and more importantly an awesome fluffy texture. Blueberries were very fresh as they had a nice pop to them when I bit into them. The fresh butter was great and the pancake syrup (only slight negative was that it was not maple syrup) was very welcomely served warmed. My sister enjoyed the full stack of French toast that was equally excellent with a nice texture (not soggy but not too bite through). There was a pleasant hint of cinnamon as well in the batter which also added to the flavor. Her dish also came with sausage which she indicated was very tasty. We also ordered two sides in home fries and Taylor ham. The home fries were cooked with a slight crispiness that was yummy. Taylor ham was actually my first time eating this NJ staple and luckily my first Taylor ham left me very happy as it too was yummy. Overall a very filling, honest to goodness, hearty old-school breakfast done very well; and who doesn't like that! read more

The Red Maple - Red Maple wall of fame. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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So, we moved to Closter 5 years ago and have JUST discovered RED MAPLE. These are the hole in the wall, greasy spoon, old time breakfast joints you search for when traveling to some unknown destination. But to find one in your very own back yard is just too good to be true. Perfectly cooked eggs (any style), a generous portion of crispy bacon and hash browns (comes with a miniature cup of OJ - from concentrate - and a cup of coffee); plus a short stack of fantastically light pancakes and local friendliness, makes this is our new favorite breakfast spot. Thank you Red Maple. read more

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Stopped in for an early lunch while passing by. My wife hade her diner tuna fish sandwich. I had a cheeseburger deluxe. We enjoyed the meal as well as the service. Definitely a place to go back to on our next visit to NJ. As many businesses do, they only take cash. The price of the meals also reflect this. read more

Great local spot. Food is always fresh and served with a smile. Staff is friendly and attentive and the prices are on point. Go to spot if your ever in Closter. read more

The Red Maple - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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It a blast from the past if your looking for old school luncheonette. Rounds stools at the counter and a few booths. Like many others have said friendly service. Classic breakfast fare at reasonable prices. Cash only and worth the trip. read more

The Red Maple - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

This place is a classic. Never disappoints. A hidden gem! Food is always great. Prices are great.

PROS: This diner had good quality food for the right price and had a great wait staff. We met the owner and he was one of the nicest restaurant owners I've ever met. They even have a counter area for people that don't want to claim a table. Which is rare for tiny diners. The tables were clean and the menus were not sticky like many diner menus are CONS: The place looks beat up. The walls, floor, furniture, etc all looks like it was beaten upon for over 2 decades. The menus didn't have a lot of options on it either, and the parking is terrible. You have to park on the street, OVERALL: This is a cute place to eat. It's very small (so it could become crowded) and the staff is nice and the place is clean. If you don't mind the beaten up atmosphere and the bad parking, then go on down and try it out read more

CASH ONLY!!!! This place is a real treat! It's a greasy spoon, to be sure, but clean and comfortable. My waitress was nothing short of a delight, and the rest of the staff seemed equally lovely. Most importantly, the food was delicious! It was served fast, hot, and fresh, and was really far above average. I look forward to going back! read more

The Red Maple is an old fashioned luncheonette, set in the heart of Closter. They have a long counter you can sit at, or small booths in the back. Charlie is the owner and main chef, and makes the best homefries in the area. Eggs/Pancakes/Tuna Melts.. whatever you want, they have it. Such a nice treat seeing as NJ is so overrun with diners! fun fact: The Red Maple was used in an episode of Law & Order: SVU. read more

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese & Pancakes = Awesome. Lunch Specials great too. Can't beat the staff - not to mention Charlie, of course.

Place is great for breakfast or lunch. Super friendly owner is constantly chatting up folks and cooking on the flat top. Food is great and is prepared spot on. From omelettes to french toast, Charlie knows his stuff. On a side note, I am amazed at some of the reviews that attempt to criticize this place for what it clearly doesn't attempt to be. It's like going to Wendy's and giving them a review as if one was expecting a gourmet experience. The Red Maple is exactly what it is advertised to be and isn't apologizing about it. read more

We LOVE the Red Maple and the feel of a hometown friendly restaurant where everyone is welcome and catered to. All of Charlie's food is AMAZING and he and his staff are very attentive and certainly add a special touch to our dining experience" read more

The Red Maple - Charlie's Belgium waffle with fresh fruit is the BEST!! Thanks Charlie!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

Just an OK breakfast place. It reminded me of waffle house. (Do they have the awful waffle up here? Its a greasy spoon staple in the South.) Kinda disappointed that the only vegetables available were tomatoes and onions. My western omelet was just a flat scramble with a whisper of green peppers and onions. If you're just looking for eggs and toast and the other usual suspects (pancakes, bacon, sausage) then look no further. If you like vegetables at breakfast, then skip it. read more

A good 'ol greasy spoon but I found prices to be absurdly high. Western two egg omelette, small oj, hash browns and was over $10. plus tip. Cash only is a bit of a PITA. read more

Have been frequenting this location with my girlfriend and our friend group since 2010. It's 2015 and I can safely say out of any breakfast/diner place in the NJ/Northern Valley Area; this is the only place I make it a point to go visit. A small, cozy location with a great staff with great food will always make it a no-brainer to come back. Prices are more than reasonable and there are different lunch items and specials changed daily. Only downside is... they close at 1 PM, so it is definitely something you have to set your alarm for. I'd recommend the marinated cheesesteak sandwich with fries for lunch and anything you see on the breakfast menu I will recommend. It is all very delicious. Many thanks to Charlie and the gang for their continued hospitality and kindness. Many memories were made here, with many more to come. read more

Charlie is the BEST! Red maple has the best breakfast no matter what you order Charlie can do it all!!! Great prices as well!

Great breakfast place! go here nearly everyday, staff is super friendly. They even remembered our orders haha. Chocolate chip pancakes and a western omelette for my boyfriend. There pancakes are unbeatable and not like anyone else's. Now since i tried pancakes at the Red Maple, I can't have them anywhere else! read more

Besy old style,greasy spoon breakfast in Bergen County. Attentive service,eggs to order and cheap pricing. Coffee's always fresh!

the red maple is a perfect spot for a modestly priced breakfast. the people are really welcoming and our waitress was fantastic. great service and a great meal. i took off a star because the orange juice had a strange taste to it and also the place is really out of date. i'm all for the old school feel but it seems kind of dirty. read more

The Red Maple - bacon and egg whites on a hard roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

My husband and I went in for the first time this past week. We heard about the restaurant from yelp and wanted to try it out since we were disappointed by the local diner. People at Red Maple were very friendly and although they did not know us they did seem to know everyone else in town! The pancakes and omelettes were great, but the sausage was amazing. I definitely recommend giving them a try if you're in the area. They also do takeout. FYI, they only accept cash! read more

Some of the best home fries I've had in a long long time. The portions could be a tiny bit bigger but there's no need to be picky. It really is amazing how this place looks like a gift from God when you compare to that pathetic diner down the road. Everyone knows everyone at Red Maple so if you aren't in the mood for a local-fest, try elsewhere. read more

Great small local spot. Typical diner fare (cash only) but with more care; where the cook will step out of the open kitchen to ask how you would like something cooked and make sure everything came out well. Friendly staff that seems to know everyone's name. Pancakes were perfectly fluffy, bacon extra crisp. Solid spot for a quick breakfast. Would definitely recommend a try. read more

Red Maple ROCKS! This is the real deal. A main street, old school luncheonette with as good a breakfast as it is possible to have. I just moved to the area from Manhattan so having good food with good vibes is important to my mental health. I will not be wasting much energy figuring out where to have breakfast - Red Maple will be my staple. In addition to a terrific omelet, fantastic homefries (a true judge of a breakfast joint), and reasonable prices, the owner Charlie and waitress Mercedes both had just the right combo of welcome and wiseass. Definitely put this place on your short list. read more

Having lived in Cloister and being an early riser I would frequent the Red Maple. Love the throwback feel , and they offer basic luncheonette fare and they do not disappoint . Straight up fare , served quickly and at prices that are more than reasonable . read more