In addition to great food, large portions, and great service this diner is a part of local history. I have been eating here for a long time and finally got around to posting a review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast, Cheeseburger, Home Fries, Gyro, French Fries, Steak & Eggs, Western Omelette
Barry bellin
Best roast beef I've ever had.. they're Mexican omelette what is the best omelette I've ever had coffee is very good too.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chu Lin
Bendix diner is like stepping back into time. It's nice to see an old school diner like this. Don't let it's facade fool you into thinking that the food is greasy or average. Quite the contrary, the quality of food is very good, the portions are of good size and the prices are reasonable. There are artisan hot sauces on each table and counter, the syrup is maple syrup only but with cool flavors like Madagascar vanilla, cinnamon, habanero and others. Also the tea, they use premium tea leaves. All of that struck me as odd in a good way. The owner John and his son Michael are wonderful. They are attentive and provide good service. Their food is excellent. I had a turkey club there that rivaled 4 star hotel restaurants. It's truly a hidden gem
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast, Cheeseburger, Steak & Eggs, Fries, Club Sandwich
MyLadySoufflé
Looking for a classic diner! Look no further... John got you! He's the most beautiful soul I've meet... his memory is top tier! His service his sense of humor his energy so welcoming... Thank you for your amazing everything ❤ ?Parking: Simple parking
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, Pancakes or French Toast, Home Fries
Kumomi
I love coming here but ONLY when John is working with his kids. The other day I came by with some friends introducing this place and talking about the great service. Except this time it was different people and they were awful at attending us and only came to check on us when we had to stare at them for 5 minutes straight. On top of that there was a hair found in one of our plates and it really upset my friend who just wanted to enjoy a nice meal. Idk who else works there but they should keep it as John and his kids, the other staff is awful and not attentive at all. Good food and service when it’s John attending the front
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Cheryl Garcia
First time trying out the Bendix Diner and it was fantastic! The food is wonderful!! Absolutely delicious and generous in portion and price. The people are super nice and friendly and made eating there a fun experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Sinclair
Great old school diner! Food was great! Staff was excellent. Service was awesome and John has as great sense of humor. Recommend this place highly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast
BUNDY802
A vintage New Jersey diner with all the classic characteristics. It doesn’t get any more authentic than Bendix Diner. The service was excellent and the food was very pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meghan Cahilly
A little challenging to get into the lot sometimes but 10000% worth it.The good is amazing and the owner(now retired) is such a great guy and very attentive to all his
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Home Fries, Fries
Arlene Madrid
I came here because I didn’t want to be wait the long line for ihop and the food was amazing. There was no wait time. Our waiter was so super sweet and our food came out quick. I’m definitely coming back here it feels like I stepped into a time capsule.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Steak & Eggs, Western Omelette
They say that NJ has the most diners in the country, so how do we know what's what??? I've driven past the Bendix Diner NUMEROUS times and it oddly draws you in. It's it just a truck stop joint, is it a regular Diner??? We gave it a shot. Inside is VERY dated...... Just my style. Nothing fancy, just come in and sit where you want. Service is an interesting event. The owner, I assume, is also the host, server and bus boy. But what.... He's completely blind and works more efficient than most people I've seen work. He has your order memorized, does the math in his head immediately and is prompt and helpful. The food was off the chart. I got the the meat Supreme omelet and it didn't disappoint. ABSOLUTELY packed and MASSIVE. It came with home fries. I also got a side of corned beef hash but the omelet itself would've been more than enough. We began our Diner tour strong coming out of the gate with Bendix. Stop in, say hi to a John and have a tasty and filling meal!
The Critical J.
PROS: The staff here is nice while the prices and food selection was plentiful. Everything tasted good and the food came out fast CONS: The place is in dire need of renovation and the parking is scarce. they also just have a one person bathroom and its in a busy intersection so its tough to leave the lot OVERALL: Not crazy about coming back. There are other diners that are bigger and cleaner. I understand this is a historic diner, but im here for the experience, not the age
Edward Torres
Its looks like a dive, but the food and service is excellent. John awesome person. Food is very good prepared in front of you. Good place for several friends to meet up.Parking: Just have to find a spot not your usual parking spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deluxe Burger and Fries, Eggs Bacon Home Fries, Open Hot Turkey Sandwich, Blueberry Pancakes, Club Sandwich, Steak & Eggs
Matthew Mauti
This was a really great place to visit Great hospitality great food and fast friendly
In addition to great food, large portions, and great service this diner is a part of local history. I have been eating here for a long time and finally got around to posting a review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast, Cheeseburger, Home Fries, Gyro, French Fries, Steak & Eggs, Western Omelette
Best roast beef I've ever had.. they're Mexican omelette what is the best omelette I've ever had coffee is very good too.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bendix diner is like stepping back into time. It's nice to see an old school diner like this. Don't let it's facade fool you into thinking that the food is greasy or average. Quite the contrary, the quality of food is very good, the portions are of good size and the prices are reasonable. There are artisan hot sauces on each table and counter, the syrup is maple syrup only but with cool flavors like Madagascar vanilla, cinnamon, habanero and others. Also the tea, they use premium tea leaves. All of that struck me as odd in a good way. The owner John and his son Michael are wonderful. They are attentive and provide good service. Their food is excellent. I had a turkey club there that rivaled 4 star hotel restaurants. It's truly a hidden gem
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast, Cheeseburger, Steak & Eggs, Fries, Club Sandwich
Looking for a classic diner! Look no further... John got you! He's the most beautiful soul I've meet... his memory is top tier! His service his sense of humor his energy so welcoming... Thank you for your amazing everything ❤ ?Parking: Simple parking
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, Pancakes or French Toast, Home Fries
I love coming here but ONLY when John is working with his kids. The other day I came by with some friends introducing this place and talking about the great service. Except this time it was different people and they were awful at attending us and only came to check on us when we had to stare at them for 5 minutes straight. On top of that there was a hair found in one of our plates and it really upset my friend who just wanted to enjoy a nice meal. Idk who else works there but they should keep it as John and his kids, the other staff is awful and not attentive at all. Good food and service when it’s John attending the front
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
First time trying out the Bendix Diner and it was fantastic! The food is wonderful!! Absolutely delicious and generous in portion and price. The people are super nice and friendly and made eating there a fun experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great old school diner! Food was great! Staff was excellent. Service was awesome and John has as great sense of humor. Recommend this place highly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes or French Toast
A vintage New Jersey diner with all the classic characteristics. It doesn’t get any more authentic than Bendix Diner. The service was excellent and the food was very pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A little challenging to get into the lot sometimes but 10000% worth it.The good is amazing and the owner(now retired) is such a great guy and very attentive to all his
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Home Fries, Fries
I came here because I didn’t want to be wait the long line for ihop and the food was amazing. There was no wait time. Our waiter was so super sweet and our food came out quick. I’m definitely coming back here it feels like I stepped into a time capsule.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Steak & Eggs, Western Omelette
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
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They say that NJ has the most diners in the country, so how do we know what's what??? I've driven past the Bendix Diner NUMEROUS times and it oddly draws you in. It's it just a truck stop joint, is it a regular Diner??? We gave it a shot. Inside is VERY dated...... Just my style. Nothing fancy, just come in and sit where you want. Service is an interesting event. The owner, I assume, is also the host, server and bus boy. But what.... He's completely blind and works more efficient than most people I've seen work. He has your order memorized, does the math in his head immediately and is prompt and helpful. The food was off the chart. I got the the meat Supreme omelet and it didn't disappoint. ABSOLUTELY packed and MASSIVE. It came with home fries. I also got a side of corned beef hash but the omelet itself would've been more than enough. We began our Diner tour strong coming out of the gate with Bendix. Stop in, say hi to a John and have a tasty and filling meal!
PROS: The staff here is nice while the prices and food selection was plentiful. Everything tasted good and the food came out fast CONS: The place is in dire need of renovation and the parking is scarce. they also just have a one person bathroom and its in a busy intersection so its tough to leave the lot OVERALL: Not crazy about coming back. There are other diners that are bigger and cleaner. I understand this is a historic diner, but im here for the experience, not the age
Its looks like a dive, but the food and service is excellent. John awesome person. Food is very good prepared in front of you. Good place for several friends to meet up.Parking: Just have to find a spot not your usual parking spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deluxe Burger and Fries, Eggs Bacon Home Fries, Open Hot Turkey Sandwich, Blueberry Pancakes, Club Sandwich, Steak & Eggs
This was a really great place to visit Great hospitality great food and fast friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Sandwich