Northfield Diner & Family Resturant

My boyfriend and I were the only customers under about 50 years old. We were seated right away. I had red velvet pancakes and although they look and sound great, the taste did not match. The pancakes themselves were fine but they put some sort of sauce in between the stack of 3 pancakes. The sauce was too sweet and ruined the meal for me.

Friendly staff, and pretty good diner food. I typically get the pecan encrusted salmon, and highly recommend it. It is slightly spicy, but large and delicious they get busy on Sunday’s, but aren’t crowded most week nights.

We headed over to the Northfield Diner for an early Saturday dinner. We called and confirmed that their «21 Early Bird» dinners were valid until 5:30 PM so we arrived at 5:10. We were seated immediately as the diner was quite empty. A waitress came over and saw we had wine so she took the wine, uncorked it and brought out chlled glasses (a nice touch). We then proceeded to order our dinners, 3 out of 4 being early bird specials. My husband asked a question about early birds so she knew we were interested in those.
About ten minutes later, when bringing out our salads, she informed us that the chef would not prepare his early bird special. At this point, it was just before 5:30 which we told her and also told her that there were 2 other early birds. She went back in and came out several minutes later and said the cook would make DH’s dinner. We then reminded her that the dinners that my friend and I ordered were early birds. Again, she headed back into the kitchen for about ten minutes. Finally she came out and informed us that the cook, who is the owner, refused to make our early birds. AT that point, we walked out the door NEVER TO RETURN!
Why would an owner be that crazy and lose diners who come in on a semi-​regular basis. This was not our first time there, but it will be the last time we EVER set foot into that diner. He is not the only game in town and he is very foolish to turn away business over a few dollars.
Most restaurants will allow you to order the early bird if you are seated by the deadline. What a dummy (I could use other words, but I’ll allow you, dear reader, to fill in the blanks).
If you want service with a smile and an accomodating owner, this is DEFINITELY NOT THE SPOT for you; I highly DO NOT RECOMMEND this establishment,
One last comment. We patronize a certain casual seafood establishment in Somer’s Point where even on a weeknight, you will wait for at least 60 – 90 minutes to get a table. Our order came out and it was not as expected, but still good so we ate it anyway. While we were eating, the waitress came by and said that’s not what you ordered so I’m bringing you each a whole new dinner. Also, they didn’t charge us for one of the dinners. When I saw the owner who had been off that night, I told her about the incident. She said «that is why we are so crowded» and we value every customer. The owner of the Northfield Diner should take a clue from that establishment because his place was 80% empty on a Saturday night.

This place has gone downhill. I don’t think the management cares.

My parents love this place. I occasionally join them. I usually get the Greek salad or turkey platter. Both are great. They have good chicken orzo soup. Very clean dining area.
Returned tonight with the fam. Split the chicken fettuccine Alfredo with mom and we were both full. Was a very good dish, the Alfredo was mild and just perfect. Friend had the Greek salad platter with chicken and rice which looked superb.
Overall service was good, we’ve known the waiter forever because we frequent this place so much.

«Worst experience ever, sausage gravy and biscuits for breakfast and the sausage was still pink !!! Have not been back since. 3 strikes and you’re out !»

Believe the other reviews for this place at your own peril.
Again and again we suspect that some reviews are from family or employees.
So now for the review.
Lunch today was a disgrace. How a restaurant can put out food like this and expect to stay in business is beyond us.
The soup of New England Clam Chowder was missing one ingredient, Clams!
The steak sandwich was so over cooked, and the ingredient tasted like it was frozen steak-​umms. Horrible and disgustingly over cooked. The waitress saw the sandwich was uneaten, she took the roll off the shoe leather and stated, gosh that is over cooked. Then she went on to tell us, «I don’t know what to tell you.» Maybe it is time for you to retire?
The Chicken Croquet’s were another example of bad food attacking!
Look, all places can have a bad day, however this diner is so bad, so nasty that if I had one last dollar bill to my name, I would be willing to wager that within 18 month the Northfield Diner will either be sold or closed. (Again)
Horrid.

We go there often when we’re in the mood for good comfort food. It’s much better since the new owners took over indeed. I can vouch for their Roast Turkey dinner, it’s very good with all the fixings. Also, my other half ALWAYS orders the Chicken Lipsos. It’s REALLY good. It’s not on the menu but, they always make it for him anyhow. How’s that for customer service?

This is our favorite place to eat. Everyone in our family loves it, even my fussy eater 8-​year old niece. We go for breakfast most often, the omelets and pancakes are huge and really good. My favorite lunch/​dinner is the Chicken Souvlaki (not sure of spelling) which is a huge portion of grilled chicken over rice with Greek salad and Tzatziki sauce (had to Google that one!). Their Gyros are also really good and their soups are excellent. My mom always gets fish, which is always fresh and well cooked. A lot of food for the price and excellent very friendly service. They remodeled and did a really nice job, it is very bright and clean, including the bathrooms. They also have really good baked goods especially the cheese rolls that come free with dinner and the pies. :)

I heard they were under new ownership, so when the mood for diner food struck, we went to check it out. We had the stuffed meatloaf special, open faced reuben, and flounder & fries from the kids menu. Everything was good. The meatloaf was a HUMONGOUS portion — seriously it touched both edges of the plate. Service was friendly and attentive. I will definitely go back and try it again.

This is what they say about themselves and my wife and I have to agree
We offer American-​Italian food, with a little bit of Greek. We’re focused on value, family dining.
We have a large menu, with early birds, daily specials and chef’s specials.
An early bird might be chicken stir fry for $ 11.95, which comes with soup or salad, beverage and dessert. Or lasagna, for 9.95, or fresh turkey breast for $ 11.95. Early bird specials are served from 3 to 5 p.m.
Daily specials are from the regular menu and come with soup or salad. We pick 10 a day and reduce the price on them. For example, today was chicken marsala for $ 10.99 with soup or salad, or chicken and broccoli alfredo for $ 11.99.
Chef’s specials are dishes he chooses to make fresh that day, and every day there are a couple of them. Today we had beef brisket for $ 12.99, and stuffed peppers for $ 11.99, both as complete dinners.
We are already famous for our stuffed meatloaf, which we’ve been making since we had a diner in northern New Jersey. It’s stuffed with cheeses and onions.
Everything is baked on the premises. That includes specialty cakes, pies, eclairs, napoleons, muffins, cinnamon buns and jumbo apple turnovers.
Breakfast is served all day. We have breakfast specials daily, such as two eggs, home fries, toast and coffee for $ 3.95, or a western omelet, home fries and beverage for $ 6.95. A workman’s special with pancakes, eggs, meat, home fries, toast and beverage is $ 8.50.
The service was good, and the food was hot… we have been there a couple ot times and the [prices are reasonable too)