I had been wanting to come here for the longest time, the dinosaur outside is so inviting! The serving staff is all a bit older, so it took awhile to get our food. I also requested that no butter be put in my toast but they forgot. Very fair prices, but cash only! read more

The Roadside Diner - Diners Near Me - Wall, New Jersey

Another routine Jersey diner - right? Not quite. The first step in going to this diner is to convince yourself to go inside. The diner sits on the right hand side of Rt33 W, just past the circle. A red roof, yellow awnings and a dinosaur made of car parts just serve to entice you to enter. I drove past it many times before going in, and have enjoyed it since. All kidding aside, the diner is quite homey inside and the menu is pure diner food. Daily specials and soups (I had the cream of broccoli soup - skip this when you come). My Roadside burger was fresh, cooked to order and huge! On another visit I had the Southwest burger which comes with pepper jack cheese, sour cream and jalapenos. They have all the standard sandwiches and serve breakfast all the time, every day. Huge burger, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, fries, pickle, coleslaw, soup and a soda for $11.00 The owner drives a powder blue Cadillac El Dorado - a vintage model with a white vinyl roof - which is always parked in the same spot out front. The diner was also featured in the film "Baby Its You", filmed when the place was much newer and brighter. Not gourmet by any measure - just good food. Try it sometime. read more

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For a small diner they serve good food service is good Shorty waitress and the owner the Greek are nice people Parking lot is available old time diner read more

Perfect lunch stop. The turkey club was perfect and definitely get the handcut fries

Stopped here for a work meeting breakfast. Food was delicious and the waitress was so nice. Plus the whole vibe or an old' diner was super cool! Definitely unique and loved it! read more

If you are looking for an authentic Jersey diner experience, this is as good as it gets. The Roadside diner is one of (if not) the oldest diners in NJ. The diner is a classic stainless steel prefabricated unit brought to Wall Township during the 1940s, and was designed to resemble an old railroad dining car. The owners of the Roadside have continued to preserve the diner's authenticity, and all the bar stools, booths, and countertops are true to their original form. The inside of the diner, embodies all things from the 1950s era. When you walk in, you will hear the old AM radio station your parents or grandparents used to play in the kitchen. The doors in the dining car slide open like a railroad car, and memorabilia of baseball legends hang along the walls. My mom likened the diner once "to the old soda shop located in the 5 and dime store" my grandma used to take her to when she was little to get tasty root beer floats. The menu is what you would expect from a classic diner: full of omelettes, pancakes, club sandwiches, burgers, and even a classic grilled cheese sandwich. The Roadside is known for their 'fresh cut boardwalk fries," which are excellent. I recently had the Wall Township" omelette (sausage, tomato, mushrooms, onions), home fries, and a side of rye toast. My mom had the classic grilled cheese with tomatoes, coleslaw and a pickle. Both of us were satisfied! The service matches the 1950s vibe. The waitresses are efficient, prompt, and ALWAYS make sure you coffee is hot! My Dad often says, "you know a bad waitress when she forgets to refill your coffee," well I have to agree. I cannot stand cold coffee! No worries- the ladies at the Roadside will take care of you. They are a bit sassy and frank, but they do their job and do it right. There are a few interesting facts about this diner, which make it particularly "Jersey" in my mind and unique by its own right. Bruce Springsteen "the Boss" filmed part of his music video "Girls in their summer clothes" here, and Bon Jovi's album cover for Crossroads was taken inside the diner. There is also a HUGE stegosaurus in the parking lot, which was made by a local Jersey artist named Jim Gary. You can't miss the giant green "diner-saur," as you drive by the diner on route 33/34 in Wall! If you are curious, you can read more about the the diner-saur in Weird NJ as one of Wall Township's "roadside oddities." I spent five years in North Carolina and I've learned to appreciate the authenticity of a real New Jersey diner- and this is it! If you love history, baseball, Springsteen, trains, art, dinosaurs, the great state of New Jersey, or if you just love FOOD, check out the Roadside diner! Prices are very reasonable! ;) read more

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We had driven by this place one thousand times on the way to the shore. Finally gave it a try today. We did have to wait a bit longer than expected for our burgers given that it wasn't that crowded, but they were really good and we walked out happy. Get the onion rings! read more

A buddy and I stopped in on the way to the races a Wall Stadium for a hearty breakfast. We truly enjoyed the wonderful omelets, historic ambiance and friendly service. There are too many cookie cutter chain restaurants in the world. Here is a chef/owner and his staff giving us a feel of old time New Jersey history. Critics can say what they want, but the value for giving us such was priceless. read more

Converted railroad car. I'm giving this diner a 2-star rating only because the food was okay & it was clean. This diner cannot handle large groups. The saying "when you don't like what you're doing any longer, you should stop" applies to one of the two servers who was angry and snippy constantly. We called ahead and asked if they could host 13 people. They said yes, but that they couldn't reserve seats for us. So we had to come in and grab seats as they were made available. After spending about an hour complaining to everyone in the diner about our group, we had to remind her that she did say she could accomodate us - and she said she didnt remember that. As mentioned, they were angrily complaining about us to other customers right in front of us & physically lashing out (slamming items like sugar, syrup etc, etc.) also yelling at other customers like "remember who serves you food". Complaining about our party size "13 my ass" (we had 14). For future reference: if someone calls and asks if they can serve large parties, they should say "no". read more

Cash only. Friendly waitress, a limited menu. In NJ for work, Know you are getting zero frills, which is fine. Food was delivered quick. Fair. read more

A great classics old fashion diner, breakfast is DELICIOUS, love to stop by eat their breakfast even though space is tiny read more

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Great breakfast in an old style traditional NJ diner. Don't be turned off by the appearance. Dated, but clean with friendly staff. Good local hangout, read more

Depending on what you order most of the food is decent. A relic with photos of patrons who ate here like the boss Bruce S. etc. I first ate here about 25 years or so ago and have always referred to it affectionately as the Road Kill Diner. Looking for retro? Give it a try. Looking for great food, pass it on by. read more

"You give diners a bad name." At least I think that was the title of the song by Bon Jovi on Cross Roads album. This album along with other album covers was taken at the Roadside Diner 5016 NJ-33, Wall, NJ. Put there in the '40s if you look online its heralded as the classic Jersey diner. Well, A small maybe 6-7 booth diner with counter space, not high end but its a diner so we can live with the conditions. Seems clean although I did not do the bathroom test. Seated myself at the counter and the waitress asks if I want a menu, I say "yes," and she proceeds to walk away. Um ok. The menu is simple eggs sandwiches and burgers. There were some specials such as meatloaf, spaghetti and meatballs and a fish dish which I would not be caught dead eating in a diner. I ordered the "Jersey Burger (Pork Roll & American Cheese)" with fries. The burger came out after some time. Nice size I will say, more than a quarter pound. But kind of a weird taste to it. Nothing special. The fries were hot and dripping in grease. Pepsi to drink. The bill came to $11.09. The cashier who was also the waitress comped me the 9 cents. Would I return? Only to get basic pancakes and to try to take pictures. The link below gives you some pics and the menu. http://roadsidediner.letseat.at/ read more

So far my mother and I have been sitting down for 45 minutes and ordered our food 30 minutes ago. Mind you we only got pancakes and a rueben and there's maybe 4 other people in here. The atmosphere is not very welcoming especially to new people like my mom and I. We got our food after 40 minutes, and yes, it was very good but waiting 40 minutes for such a small amount of food in a basically dead place is not ideal. read more

Old School diner, really good food, out of this world pancakes. Shitty diner coffee and windows were a bit drafty, def a cool place to visit. read more

A lot of promise. Cool Streamliner rail car look outside; period art on the inside. Problem is the food is terrible and the place is dirty. No milkshakes. I had a tuna melt that was disgusting. Avoid I would say. read more

The Roadside Diner - From the fabulous donut shop across the street - Diners Near Me - Wall, New Jersey

Decided on this diner for breakfast. Walked in and it was very dated but it adds to the charm. It was like stepping back into the 80's. 2 older woman we're running the entire place.seemed like a nice family operation. It's actually very small inside, anything bigger than a party of 4 you'll need more than 1 table. Ordered eggs, omelette and pancakes. Unfortunately nothing to write home about. The eggs had a strange taste and the home fries were very dry and bland. The pancakes were good though. All in all, decent. I probably wouldn't go back. read more

I came for an event over the weekend in the area. I came across this place through yelp, since I am unfamiliar with the area. Let me just say, one visit was not enough. It is THE best place to have breakfast. The atmosphere is simple and feels like a blast to the past to the 50's. The ladies that serve here are a gem, they come equipped with quick wit humor & smiles, needless to say their service is very personable and attentive. I highly recommend this spot for breakfast. Everything tastes practically made from scratch with quality ingredients and touches of love like momma would make. read more

A step back in time when diners ruled the land, as opposed to chain restaurants that all look the same. This place is fun, and has character. Old style booths, and a counter with stools. A coffee maker behind the counter with coffee mugs stacked alongside. Ordered the California Burger Deluxe and was happy I did. Huge burger cooked to order on a fresh hard roll, plenty of lettuce, tomato, and onions, along with super hot fresh cut fries (potato skin on). A little paper cup with coleslaw, old school. Great diner style food at a great price. Will definitely stop in again. read more

This place is awesome! Take a step back in time. The food is great. The food is fresh and delicious. The coffee is awesome and the onion rings are worth the trip. There is also a metal dinosaur outside! That's right a metal dinosaur! read more

The Roadside Diner - This diner is great! Very clean and super friendly staff. - Diners Near Me - Wall, New Jersey

Hard to review for me because I only had a salad...Greek, no pita. Service was friendly. I'd go again.

Classic old school diner where the waitresses know the names of regulars. Check it out on the way to the Jersey Shore if only to see where John Sayles filmed a scene from "Baby It's You" read more

The Roadside Diner - Blueberry pancakes, Southwest omlette - Diners Near Me - Wall, New Jersey

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Cool place, loved the 1930's vibe. Waitress was very friendly. Food just OK. I don't know if it was he day but we were there on a Sunday afternoon and it took over 45 minutes to get our food once ordered. read more

Went here on a Saturday afternoon after reading yelp reviews. It's adorable inside and out. Lucky to get one of six booths and perused the menu of diner lunch classics like club sandwiches and burgers. As we sat there choosing the table beside us said "we've been waiting 49 minute. Are we going to get some food soon?" The old times waitress said "yeah it's like this every Saturday and Sunday. He cooks one table at a time. It's ok if you need to leave. I understand." And with that they left. And so did we. The place went from packed to just a few diners in 5 minutes. We went to JBs di we down the street and had an AMAZING lunch instead. read more

A blast from the past. Hard to find old dinners theses days. Good was better than expected. Tuna salad sandwich was fresh & tasty. Ice tea was fresh brewed. Greek omelet was big and filling. No complaints, pleasant surprise. We went after spending the morning shopping At collingwood flea market. read more

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This place was great, it's super old fashion. Very polite staff and great food. They don't take cash, which is unfortunate. So make sure to bring some or you'll have to walk down the street to the gas station. Got the roadside omelette, it was really tasty. read more

If you have two hours to waste on mediocre food then the roadside diner is the place for you. I blame John Roscoe.

Best in class NJ diner. From the pancakes and pork roll and sausage and coffee...list goes on down to the butter on the bread!! It's a diner so don't wear your supper whites. And bring Greenbacks, no plastic accepted. #CashBiz read more

The Roadside Diner - Best pancakes and pork roll and sausage.. List goes on down to the butter on the toast. Best in class NJ diner. - Diners Near Me - Wall, New Jersey

Awesome diner! Was a lot of fun, staff is friendly, and attentive! Fast service, order to check was about 30 mins.Beautiful sunflowers surround the "rail car style" building located on the side of route 34. Old school feel, tables are small and booths are bench style. I wouldn't say it's spic and span, but I was impressed by the cleanliness for the age of the building, My mother used to dine here as a child! Food.... Great home-style cooking! Yummy! I had the waffle with a side of ham and two eggs. Scrambled eggs were fluffy and fresh, cooked just right. Waffle was crisp, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and powdered sugar (Belgian style, I was hoping for homestyle.) Ham was... well... a whole piece of hamsteak! For two bucks! Cooked on a griddle, juicy, not tough. My friend had chocolate chip pancakes... that were reported as yummy and full of chocolate chips, two eggs (same style as mine) and bacon... thin cut and crisp! I have to say, i've been around this diner for 27 years.... never gave it the time of day.... Don't judge a book by it's cover! This place puts local diners to shame! read more

Every so often I drop in for a breakfast or a lunch if I happen to be driving and it is on my route. The food is okay and usually you get a good portion. Everyone is friendly. It is worth stopping in if it is on your way somewhere. read more

Stopped here to grab breakfast to go as we were staying in the area. We walked in and ordered an omelette and eggs and bacon immediately. Waited MORE THAN 35 minutes and finally asked our waitress where our order was to which she replied "well what did you order?" Their excuse was that they were backed up and she said the cook didn't even put it on the grill yet. We weren't the only ones waiting either, several people kept coming up asking where their food was. Went to JB's diner right down the road and got our food in half the time. Don't waste your time here. read more

We stumbled upon this place after visiting the area for the first time..and wow!! We were VERY impressed. It's a tiny little diner, which caused some hesitation for us with two kids - but they were very accommodating and at the time we went, there was luckily seating. The waitress was quick and attentive. The whole setting was simple, quaint, no frills..which is exactly what a typical diner should be! The best part..our food was amazing!!! My burger was perfect. My husband's meal was too. We were wowed by the quality of the food. It's diner food at its absolute best. Hands down the best diner we have been to in the NJ/NYC area!!!! We will be making a trip back here sooner rather than later! read more

Give this place a try, good food , real authentic diner. Railroad car , here forever place. Owner is there 7 days a wk. cooking. A dedicated man that had a dream and made it happen. 20 yrs strong. There is also some dedicated servers with him for yrs. Standing with their boss , says a lot about a place. Burgers are delicious with fresh cut fries. The shame of it all is level of business, I'm sure 20 yrs ago it was thriving. Today not so much. Let's help this classic diner thrive again, I highly recommend giving it a try, I know you won't be disappointed. read more

The food always comes out hot the and the wait staff is friendly. It's an old diner and has some history I've been eating here since I was a kid. The one waitress has been there since before then. It's a great atmosphere for children and adults and has a decent menu selection. read more

This place was DELICIOUS. So small and has that old time feeling. Love it! Cheap tasty food. Great coffee. French toast was on point! It gets crazy though because it's pretty tiny so be prepared to wait if it's busy. read more

Best pancakes and eggs I have had in a while in a diner. I would make this a regular place if I lived close by...

No diner I have ever ever been to is more authentic. Food was great. Service was great from people who are perfect with diner atmosphere. Never had an empty cup of coffee or water. If I lived in New Jersey I'd be a regular. This place makes you feel like you'd be welcomed back. read more

Walk in with my family to grab a bite and wow was the server horrible and rude didn't even help us out with a seat just told me to figure it out !!! Very rude I wish I caught her name but she had gray hair and even more bad was the fact that here was this lady there to take pictures of the place for a newspaper and she was rude to the lady and told her to come back tues and who called here like wow if only your boss would of heard you !!!!!! read more

I'm a sucker for places like this. Not only am I a diner fan, but I love it when a diner hasn't changed in 30 years, or in a case like this 50 years, maybe?I went here two summers ago and really enjoyed the whole experience. I ordered an omelette (can't remember what kind, I just know it was super cheesy) and was very impressed. Our waitress was extremely friendly and service was quick. Prices were also cheap, if I remember correctly. The Roadside Diner isn't fine dining by any means but it is worth checking out solely for its ambiance. Don't quote me on this, but I think some shots were taken here to be used for the cover of one of Bon Jovi's albums. read more