The man who welcomed me was so welcoming and kind! My waitress was just as kind. This place immediately made me feel like home. Highly recommend going, great food as well!
Kamran Y.
Classificação do local: 5 Newton, NJ
Been through here once. Name fits perfectly. I don’t know Arlene or Tom, but I feel like I’ve eaten at their home. That is to say that the ambiance is strictly in keeping with the home-style ways of the menu. I’m pressing forty years of age and the homey kitsch of this place is so comforting, so assuring, that it struck me. I really appreciated it. Had the«Meanie», which is a signature burger for the establishment. Filled me up good. Very satisfying. Tasted like a burger made in a cast iron pan. Which, again, sent memories of the old days back to the surface. Finished off with a big piece of chocolate cake and a glass of milk! Arlene and Tom, whoever you are, change nothing! Keep this place as it is! You’re nailing something you may not have even tried to nail.
Jasmine E.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
I’m starting to think everything in this town is just sweeter. Ordered a coffee and cheeseburger. Definitely the best cheeseburger I’ve had in a long time. Coffee was good too. Diner was cozy and had a nostalgic feel to it. Would definitely stop by again if ever in area.
Jerry M.
Classificação do local: 4 Huguenot, NY
Good perogies and burgers. The owners were pretty nice. It can be a little hard to get out of the parking lot onto the road though.
Paula M.
Classificação do local: 3 Montclair, NJ
Liked it a lot. Basic but good. Great service! We happened upon Arlene & Tom’s on a little road trip from our home in Pennsylvania. We like to try new places. I was attracted by the meany burger, which husband had and declared to be «great.» I had my usual, a turkey club, which can be served dry with turkey that is not fresh. In this case, it was perfect — even though the first go-round I had to send it back because I had ordered it on whole wheat and got white. But, there was NO problem. The server could not have been more accommodating. Also, I could tell that it’s a local«go-to» place. We’ll go back.
The M.
Classificação do local: 2 Montclair, NJ
Stopped here after spending time at High Point State Park. We hesitated based on some of the other reviews but we gave it a chance because it seemed like it was a cute diner. Indeed, it was a cute diner. However, I have to give this diner a mediocre at best rating because I can now support the claims of some of the other negative remarks. Specifically, my husband’s water had a dead bug at the bottom, the food was a tad slow to come out, and the food was really bland. The prices were ok, but I wouldn’t call it a bargain.
Wes W.
Classificação do local: 1 Sandusky, OH
Good food, terrible service. Waited 5 minutes without water, 30 without food. When she grabbed our glasses around the top and it was gross.
Jim W.
Classificação do local: 4 State College, PA
Low ceilings — building is older(ish) with décor to match — but spotless. Specials were hand written on an Manila 8.5×11 piece of paper. Clearly caters to an older crowd based on specials list. Prompt service, but it took a while to get our food. We were the only people in the place that needed food and took ~30min. Good unsweetened tea. Fresh salad greens — though croutons were store bought. Huge burger, correctly cooked and meat consistently was good. Fresh cut CRISPY bacon, cooked great. Steak fries a bit too well done for my liking, but perfectly edible. More of a preference thing than a «oh this is too overdone and now sucks». Despite the time it took to get our food, overall a good experience and would happily eat here again.
Katrina G.
Classificação do local: 4 Philadelphia, PA
Traditional, family-run diner. Good value food, and friendly service.
Sarah F.
Classificação do local: 4 Deep River, CT
Love!!! Excellent burgers! This quaint and kitschy place is Everything I adore in a diner. Food: Burger was perfectly cooked with a proper sear on the outside to hold in all the juices and nice and pink in the middle. For only $ 6 I got mine with bacon, two slices of cheese and sautéed mushrooms. One star off for Fries which are lackluster and cost an extra $ 3.50…crinkle cut pre frozen… But you know, fries are yummy regardless. I liked that they came unsalted and I could add my own amount. Décor: cute unintentionally kitchy décor reminds me of the 1950s ideal of «country» like dark wood mixed in with chrome. Makes no sense and make me smile! Town: this is located on a scenic street that follows a river. A local who relocated here from NYC gave me the dish. This is a gay friendly town with a live and let live attitude, unless you are causing real trouble. (the military collectables shop across the street was closed but was highly recommended)
Janice L.
Classificação do local: 3 Bergenfield, NJ
The waitress we had was spectacular, very nice lady. I ordered the fisherman’s platter which was HUGE. Huge. I ended up giving half my meal to my boyfriend to eat. It was alright. Not a lot of flavor sadly is all. I wasn’t huge with the mashed potatoes I got with it, a bit too watered down for my liking. Also, not a fan of the gravy they used. I could smell it for hours after I left on me. My boyfriend loved his huge burger though. Prices didn’t seem outrageous to us at all but we’re from right outside NYC. So, to us, these prices are amazing for all the food you get.
Justin F.
Classificação do local: 3 Manhattan, NY
Predictable diner food. Not amazing, not terrible. Fine for a quick Sunday AM meal…
Joe C.
Classificação do local: 3 Madison, CT
Absolutely no complaints. My folks have been coming here for years, so on a recent trip they were excited to introduce me to this place. It’s a small homey mom & pop restaurant. They serve diner-like comfort food. On the night we visited there weren’t many specials on the menu. What’s very cool is they have black and white photos hanging on the walls showing old time Port Jervis. The town seems to have a fascinating past as an old transportation hub. Some people mention high prices. They might be a little high by local standards but we’re from the expensive northeast coast so we’re used to everything being slightly expensive :-(My «meanie» burger and all the food of my dining companions was excellent. Dessert was fine too(the owner claimed his mom currently makes all the desserts). Like I said, I have no complaints. I’d likely stop in again if I’m ever passing through the area again.
Pete U.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
First off, here’s what you need to know about Arlene & Tom’s: EVERYTHING is homemade. They even have homemade bread that you can request your sandwiches be made with, if it’s available. So when you read the other reviews where people complain about the prices at Arlene & Tom’s, they’re missing that it’s all fresh and all made in-house. It’s not all from a box like it might be at a cheap diner on the highway. The daily specials are always great, as are the fresh, homemade layer cakes. Seriously some of the best American cakes you’ll ever eat. And the variety changes every day.
Andrew T.
Classificação do local: 2 Holden, MA
Terrible experience, decent food. Save yourself the headache and avoid this place. The Buffalo wings weren’t bad, but expensive considering that there were 8 that didn’t have the greatest texture. The waitress was semi rude and frankly, quite annoying. The bathroom seat had poo on it. My burger came out well done and over priced, the French fries were from a bag. However my sisters chef salad looked good.
Samantha K.
Classificação do local: 3 Port Jervis, NY
A little pricey for a few cheese sticks, don’t ya think? Homemade food. Pretty decent. A little expensive for what it actually is.
Robert M.
Classificação do local: 2 University Heights, OH
So let me start off with the good. They have great breakfast sandwiches. Probably a dollar more than they should be, but I won’t complain. They have great corn muffins. Now to the middle of the lineup. Biscuits and sausage with gravy. This was almost there. It was just a bit too much on the pepper side. Now, for the ugly. First, that was actually what we ordered and it took the better part of 40 minutes. 40 minutes for homemade biscuits I can hear you saying. No, 40 minutes for frozen biscuits. When you go to a small town and go to a diner that boasts of it’s homemade baked goods, one would expect real biscuits. Lastly, they have corned beef hash on the menu. It comes out of a can. That is just a sad state of affairs. All of that being said, I will not go back. I do think it is overpriced and too much reliance on frozen and caned product.
Ricardo S.
Classificação do local: 3 Bethlehem, PA
It’s a little diner. I have no regrets about choosing to go there when we stopped for gas, but it didn’t change my life. Maybe I should’ve gotten a slice of pie, too.
Susan C.
Classificação do local: 2 Milford, CT
Cute little set-up, very quaint. It will make you feel very tall is you are vertically challenged. Prices are very high for the portion size but the food is pretty good. Staff is always pleasant and kind. Not sure if I’d go back as I have been there 3 times over 3 years and nothing seems to get better. Pirces get higher yet portions stay the same. Not much in the immediate area right of 84 so it’s more for the convenience that I do stop in on my trips from CT to PA. If you are a local though and know of where to find food, I’d recommend going elsewhere.
Jesse K.
Classificação do local: 2 Los Angeles, CA
Quantity over quality is the name of the game. Super greasy meany burger will fill you up and also weigh you down. The taste is extraordinarily plain. The atmosphere is very grandma’s house and the food is surprisingly expensive. $ 9 for jalepeño poppers? $ 4 for a small order of fries?