Effective January 2, 2024. TGIF Iselin is closed.This location was in operation since 1983-Forty Years-And was practically a landmark in this area.I was a regular here for many years. The staff all took care of me.I am beyond sad to see this place go. It had a long history, which deserved a better ending. :-(
Asley Wilson
Do not eat here. My chicken sandwich was over cooked basically BURNT and the bun had been flattened and soggy. This wasn’t a chicken sandwich, it was a Hockey Puck!! Please do better. I’m seriously disappointed. who made this??!!! The fact you were completely okay with sending this out is horrible. Clearly NO ONE IS CHECKING FOR FOOD QUALITY. This is disgusting, you should all be ashamed of yourselves.
Food: 1
Kelsey L
I received a $100 gift card to this restaurant I decided to order it for delivery and it was delicious! The food was hot too. Good experience!
Food: 5
rodney torres
The food is good, and the service is ok. The atmosphere is really quiet. I remember this Friday was always busy, but now it's more of a relaxed and chill spot. Some days it gets busy buy lately it's really slow. I 2as there on a Friday night, and it was somewhat dead, which was ok, but hopefully, it won't close down. I did enjoy the food and again a good chill spot for drinks and food.Parking: Plenty of parking and no issues
The food is great! Russ was excellent bartender made us feel right at home!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ayshian couture
Russell ,is the best bartender in the building so attentive and caring! very fast paced . I’m here every Mondays for $50 cent wings and the atmosphere is so welcoming feels home and the people are family . I love the manger tanisha she’s a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Veronica S.
If I could give it zero stars i would. Everything was so dried and looked like it was sitting around for days not hours. They need a real cook. Nothing fresh . That platter of wings potatoe skins and mozzarella sticks. Even the birds can't chew that. Terrible sauce too besides no one comes up to you to seat you.
Dada Love
The food was good but was very disappointed My daughter 6th birthday was today told the waitress about it being her birthday and she did not even acknowledge my daughter nor sang for her my daughter was sad the whole night expecting her ice cream waitress never came back after our bill was given to us mind you we have been to different Fridays with her and she have seen them sing happy Birthday numerous times she couldn't wait for her turn and it just didn't happen we where very disappointed that was our whole purpose of going because always stated how she couldn't wait for turn. It was not even a bussy day the restaurant was half empty.Kid-friendliness: Did not acknowledge her birthday no kids menu was given to us gad to order from the adult selection
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Ribs, Fridays Big Ribs
Nayda Rivera
We were seated quickly and actually had an area to ourselves. The server was nice but did not seem familiar with drinks and a few other things. Basically was missing in action. Burger was fair and fries were scarce. Never asked if we wanted a refill on drinks either. We stayed very close to restaurant but wouldn't go out of my way to return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Alexander C.
Had a good meal at Fridays but our server Amenah was on point! Very nice young lady good vibrations were felt
I have dined at several Friday's throughout NJ and this is my first review about my general experience nothing to do with food. I showed up with a party of 12 (probably should have made a reservation but was spur of the moment). I waited for more than 5 minutes for someone to arrive at the front desk. There was a couple who arrived before me and they left out of annoyance that no one was there to greet them. I spoke to the host and asked if he could accommodate 12 people, he mentioned they had two parties currently so it would be at least 20 - 30 minutes which I thought was not unreasonable given my abrupt arrival. We bantered back and forth about seating but he did say it could be figured out. After waiting for roughly 25 minutes he advised it would be 20 - 30 minutes more. Aside from the two parties the restaurant was virtually empty so I wasn't sure why I would have to wait another 30 minutes. I asked to speak with a manager and the host disappeared for about 5 minutes and returned to advise the Manager was busy and told him to convey the message there was nothing that could be done. I felt insulted the Manager did not have the courtesy to come out and at least apologize and/or reaffirm the statement about the wait in person. To the Host' credit he further tried to explain the kitchen was backed up due to the two parties that were already in the restaurant. When I tell you the restaurant was practically empty that is an understatement and I wondered how do they handle the normal Friday and Saturday night crowds. This was a Sunday afternoon. Those of you who have read my past reviews know that service is everything to me. I promptly took my party and went elsewhere. I am sure there are people who have had good experiences there but I wanted to share mine since it was less than satisfactory. I will not visit that location again.
Service: 2
Maribel M.
I went with my hubby and children had an awesome time. Great good and drinks, Our server was great, provided great service her name was Ayanna. She should go!
Beverly B.
Our waiter was Travis. He was wonderful and very courteous. He greets you will a smile and a positive attitude. He makes your dinning experience special. When you come to TGIF ask for Travis. You won't be disappointed.
Jacqueline P.
Ayanna was our waitress tonight she was amazing great service and came to check on us through the evening
Sabrina Y.
My server for tonight was Shelby and she was really nice. Our food was amazing and it came out quick!
Effective January 2, 2024. TGIF Iselin is closed.This location was in operation since 1983-Forty Years-And was practically a landmark in this area.I was a regular here for many years. The staff all took care of me.I am beyond sad to see this place go. It had a long history, which deserved a better ending. :-(
Do not eat here. My chicken sandwich was over cooked basically BURNT and the bun had been flattened and soggy. This wasn’t a chicken sandwich, it was a Hockey Puck!! Please do better. I’m seriously disappointed. who made this??!!! The fact you were completely okay with sending this out is horrible. Clearly NO ONE IS CHECKING FOR FOOD QUALITY. This is disgusting, you should all be ashamed of yourselves.
Food: 1
I received a $100 gift card to this restaurant I decided to order it for delivery and it was delicious! The food was hot too. Good experience!
Food: 5
The food is good, and the service is ok. The atmosphere is really quiet. I remember this Friday was always busy, but now it's more of a relaxed and chill spot. Some days it gets busy buy lately it's really slow. I 2as there on a Friday night, and it was somewhat dead, which was ok, but hopefully, it won't close down. I did enjoy the food and again a good chill spot for drinks and food.Parking: Plenty of parking and no issues
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mozzarella Sticks, Chicken Wings
The food is great! Russ was excellent bartender made us feel right at home!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Russell ,is the best bartender in the building so attentive and caring! very fast paced . I’m here every Mondays for $50 cent wings and the atmosphere is so welcoming feels home and the people are family . I love the manger tanisha she’s a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If I could give it zero stars i would. Everything was so dried and looked like it was sitting around for days not hours. They need a real cook. Nothing fresh . That platter of wings potatoe skins and mozzarella sticks. Even the birds can't chew that. Terrible sauce too besides no one comes up to you to seat you.
The food was good but was very disappointed My daughter 6th birthday was today told the waitress about it being her birthday and she did not even acknowledge my daughter nor sang for her my daughter was sad the whole night expecting her ice cream waitress never came back after our bill was given to us mind you we have been to different Fridays with her and she have seen them sing happy Birthday numerous times she couldn't wait for her turn and it just didn't happen we where very disappointed that was our whole purpose of going because always stated how she couldn't wait for turn. It was not even a bussy day the restaurant was half empty.Kid-friendliness: Did not acknowledge her birthday no kids menu was given to us gad to order from the adult selection
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Ribs, Fridays Big Ribs
We were seated quickly and actually had an area to ourselves. The server was nice but did not seem familiar with drinks and a few other things. Basically was missing in action. Burger was fair and fries were scarce. Never asked if we wanted a refill on drinks either. We stayed very close to restaurant but wouldn't go out of my way to return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Had a good meal at Fridays but our server Amenah was on point! Very nice young lady good vibrations were felt
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I have dined at several Friday's throughout NJ and this is my first review about my general experience nothing to do with food. I showed up with a party of 12 (probably should have made a reservation but was spur of the moment). I waited for more than 5 minutes for someone to arrive at the front desk. There was a couple who arrived before me and they left out of annoyance that no one was there to greet them. I spoke to the host and asked if he could accommodate 12 people, he mentioned they had two parties currently so it would be at least 20 - 30 minutes which I thought was not unreasonable given my abrupt arrival. We bantered back and forth about seating but he did say it could be figured out. After waiting for roughly 25 minutes he advised it would be 20 - 30 minutes more. Aside from the two parties the restaurant was virtually empty so I wasn't sure why I would have to wait another 30 minutes. I asked to speak with a manager and the host disappeared for about 5 minutes and returned to advise the Manager was busy and told him to convey the message there was nothing that could be done. I felt insulted the Manager did not have the courtesy to come out and at least apologize and/or reaffirm the statement about the wait in person. To the Host' credit he further tried to explain the kitchen was backed up due to the two parties that were already in the restaurant. When I tell you the restaurant was practically empty that is an understatement and I wondered how do they handle the normal Friday and Saturday night crowds. This was a Sunday afternoon. Those of you who have read my past reviews know that service is everything to me. I promptly took my party and went elsewhere. I am sure there are people who have had good experiences there but I wanted to share mine since it was less than satisfactory. I will not visit that location again.
Service: 2
I went with my hubby and children had an awesome time. Great good and drinks, Our server was great, provided great service her name was Ayanna. She should go!
Our waiter was Travis. He was wonderful and very courteous. He greets you will a smile and a positive attitude. He makes your dinning experience special. When you come to TGIF ask for Travis. You won't be disappointed.
Ayanna was our waitress tonight she was amazing great service and came to check on us through the evening
My server for tonight was Shelby and she was really nice. Our food was amazing and it came out quick!