It's tough to put how much I love this place into words, so I will let my buddy (and Chat GPT), ever so eloquently, do it for me.
"At the Empire Luncheonette, where dreams fry in grease, The aroma of burgers offers no release. A dive so lascivious, it pulls you inside, Where the coffee is bitter, and sins don’t hide.
The fryers hum songs of indulgence and lust, Hash browns in the air, as your soul collects dust. Pancakes stack high, syrup drips like a tease, Every corner whispers, “Stay, won’t you, please?”
A chorus of bacon and oil’s smoky haze Clings to your coat, your hair, all your days. You leave reeking of fries, a greasy bouquet, A badge of your weakness, a scent of delay.
To the massage you go, perfumed by regret, But the masseuse’s deep sighs won’t let you forget. For no lavender oil, no calming touch, Can undo the diner’s indulgent clutch.
So linger if you must, in Empire’s thrall, But know it will mark you, body and all. A kingdom of craving, it takes its due, And leaves you perfumed with its oily hue."
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Jo Chalas
So good. Great menu items and delicious food. Where have I been? I visited for the first time with my son this week and I am ao sorry I have not come earlier. We are looking forward to returning and to try other delicious sounding options on the extensive menu. The sandwiches options look great the meats are roasted onsite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Home Fries
Dan Mezzadri
Great early morning breakfast spot. One of the only places in the area you can get a great omelette before 7am. Quintessential diner breakfast, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Vervoort
Great local luncheonette!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastrami, Egg and Cheese on a Bagel, Sausage, Bacon Omelette
Peter Haight
Great diner food and friendly staff. Nick is a great guy and will take care of you. Low key 1950s style diner appointments and period correct Americana decor. I love coming here whenever we visit the area every summer. Gotta get the Taylor ham sandwich!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sean Emmerling
Best breakfast around and the best service. Hidden gem. Have been coming for years and the quality and service are always great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelette with Peppers, Home Fries
T Blaze
My go-to breakfast spot in Bergen County!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noy Dekel
Delicious breakfasts, amazing coffee and a good service is all you could ever ask for! We had an amazing time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Torres
Best breakfast value in the area. Serves real home fries, not the low budget frozen hashed browns like other local diners. They have tons of regulars, a testament to the quality and consistency. One negative - the server(woman) is always in a bad mood and it shows.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Home Fries
Natalie Marrero
Just had a great breakfast. They are open as early at 530 AM.This is a go to local spot for breakfast or lunch along with any other things you may want from a convenient
This is the place where you will find and bring friends there. It is a hidden gem that needs to be shared. The food, service, and value are something that isnt seen much nowadays. A dying breed, but this place is alive and well. Pastrami on rye ,cream of turkey soup and a foutain drink ( seltzer) . Under $11. This place is the last bastian of New jersey unique dining experiences. Breakfast specials , lunch specials. Most under $11 with ample sevings is a refreshing change from the " upscale" overpriced eateries. If you want to share a cool New Jersey unique spot check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alan Barnes
Our favorite restaurant. Food is consistently awesome thanks to Sam and first class service thanks to Joanne.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelette with Peppers, Home Fries
A. R. (N1MO)
Really cool little unassuming diner. The food is excellent and the prices are impressive. Eggs Benedict are definite must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict, Home Fries
Ivan Rasta
The food is consistently good every time I dine here. Very reasonably priced.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Gyuro
Friendly old school luncheonette. Food and prices were
It's tough to put how much I love this place into words, so I will let my buddy (and Chat GPT), ever so eloquently, do it for me.
"At the Empire Luncheonette,
where dreams fry in grease,
The aroma of burgers offers no release.
A dive so lascivious, it pulls you inside,
Where the coffee is bitter, and sins don’t hide.
The fryers hum songs of indulgence and lust,
Hash browns in the air, as your soul collects dust.
Pancakes stack high, syrup drips like a tease,
Every corner whispers, “Stay, won’t you, please?”
A chorus of bacon and oil’s smoky haze
Clings to your coat, your hair, all your days.
You leave reeking of fries, a greasy bouquet,
A badge of your weakness, a scent of delay.
To the massage you go, perfumed by regret,
But the masseuse’s deep sighs won’t let you forget.
For no lavender oil, no calming touch,
Can undo the diner’s indulgent clutch.
So linger if you must, in Empire’s thrall,
But know it will mark you, body and all.
A kingdom of craving, it takes its due,
And leaves you perfumed with its oily hue."
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So good. Great menu items and delicious food. Where have I been? I visited for the first time with my son this week and I am ao sorry I have not come earlier. We are looking forward to returning and to try other delicious sounding options on the extensive menu. The sandwiches options look great the meats are roasted onsite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Home Fries
Great early morning breakfast spot. One of the only places in the area you can get a great omelette before 7am. Quintessential diner breakfast, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great local luncheonette!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastrami, Egg and Cheese on a Bagel, Sausage, Bacon Omelette
Great diner food and friendly staff. Nick is a great guy and will take care of you. Low key 1950s style diner appointments and period correct Americana decor. I love coming here whenever we visit the area every summer. Gotta get the Taylor ham sandwich!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast around and the best service. Hidden gem. Have been coming for years and the quality and service are always great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelette with Peppers, Home Fries
My go-to breakfast spot in Bergen County!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious breakfasts, amazing coffee and a good service is all you could ever ask for! We had an amazing time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast value in the area. Serves real home fries, not the low budget frozen hashed browns like other local diners. They have tons of regulars, a testament to the quality and consistency. One negative - the server(woman) is always in a bad mood and it shows.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Home Fries
Just had a great breakfast. They are open as early at 530 AM.This is a go to local spot for breakfast or lunch along with any other things you may want from a convenient
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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This is the place where you will find and bring friends there. It is a hidden gem that needs to be shared. The food, service, and value are something that isnt seen much nowadays. A dying breed, but this place is alive and well. Pastrami on rye ,cream of turkey soup and a foutain drink ( seltzer) . Under $11. This place is the last bastian of New jersey unique dining experiences. Breakfast specials , lunch specials. Most under $11 with ample sevings is a refreshing change from the " upscale" overpriced eateries. If you want to share a cool New Jersey unique spot check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our favorite restaurant. Food is consistently awesome thanks to Sam and first class service thanks to Joanne.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelette with Peppers, Home Fries
Really cool little unassuming diner. The food is excellent and the prices are impressive. Eggs Benedict are definite must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict, Home Fries
The food is consistently good every time I dine here. Very reasonably priced.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly old school luncheonette. Food and prices were
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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