Amwell Valley Diner Restaurant

Philip Chung

2024-04

We stopped in on a rainy evening for dinner around 6:45. The place wasn't busy but they have a decent number of booths, counter seats, and several tables. I ordered the meatloaf, which was the advertised Wednesday special, though I'm not sure if it was any different than the regular menu item. It came with one side and a soup or salad, and I got the latter with mashed potatoes and gravy over the meat and potatoes. The salad was good, fresh, with romaine, tomato wedges, and sliced cucumber. While they didn't have Italian dressing, the balsamic was fine. I thought the meatloaf was alright, with a good flavor and soft but springy texture that held together without crumbling. The gravy was much too salty for my taste, with the occasional crunch of undissolved salt crystals, so I should have probably just asked for it on the side. The potatoes tasted like reconstituted powdered spuds, perhaps a bit bland, but were fine with a bit of the gravy. We had a slice of the lemon meringue pie for dessert. It had a gratuitous amount of fluffy meringue on top and a sliver of lemon curd that was satisfyingly sweet and tart without being overly indulgent, atop a homemade shortening pie crust. Overall, the food was average but prices reasonable, service was attentive, and the food came out quickly, making our pit stop a brief one that met our needs.

Eric Heinbach

2024-04

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Alanna G.

2024-04

Love it here! Service is friendly, great food that comes out in a timely manner - can’t go wrong with whatever you order. Love the classic diner look. Plenty of free parking in the lot. I especially love coming here around the holidays when a local woman makes gifts that have cute mugs and goodies inside - perfect and inexpensive! I still have my snowman mug from a couple years ago!Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp for convenience.

David Lorenc

2024-04

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Joy Manetta

2024-04

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John Gasparine

2023-12

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Bradford Smith

2019-05

Place was wonderful.. They even have parking for semi-trucks.Staff were very friendly, portions were sizable and delicious.Prices were fair. Restaurant was clean.Would absolutely visit again.On a side note: I can't believe they had a half a day of school, when this snow picture was taken.Visited again tonight (02/05/19) and ordered a burger and fries.Came out hot, fresh, and delicious. Another job well-done.For dessert ? Oreo Cake (pictured).Great little place.

Zen Richards

2023-12

Have passed by this place so many times over the years, so my husband and I decided to stop. Walking in, looked like a standard Jersey diner, booths, counters with stools, dessert case prominently displayed... all standard elements! We were greeted very nicely, and with a little sass, which I appreciate a lot!! Sat down, ordered a coffee, and started to review the menu. First, coffee was sooooo good!!! I could have drank an entire pot, it was that good. Menu... LOTS OF VARIETY!! Plenty to choose from, so no one should ever have to worry about not having options. To start we ordered some soups, Matzoh ball and Beef Barely. Y'all.... DELICIOUS!!! The beef barely had so much flavor and was so hearty, you could eat a cup and not have to have a large meal afterwards. Matzoh ball was equally as tasty! Decided to get the Mediterranean appetizer, which is meant for sharing. Came with a large mixed plate of goodies and some very warm and soft pita bread. If we could have licked this plate clean and no one would judge us, we would have!!! The Tzatziki... refreshing, flavorful, had the right body to it... Dolmades... un-freaking-believable how good these were!!!! Some delicious tomatoes and some greens on the side, in addition to a nice helping of eggplant caponata, and peppered with chunks of deliciously creamy feta cheese. DEVOURED IN MINUTES!!!!! Since this was a first visit, I typically always order the same thing from a diner that helps me gauge a return visit... Hot Open Face Turkey Sandwich. Now, this was the day after Thanksgiving, but I don't care, I'm still going to eat it. And if some place messes this up, then the other food is not going to be good either... in my experience. Well, they did NOT mess it up at all!! Turkey gravy was seasoned perfectly, turkey was moist and delicious, mashed potatoes were awesome and tasted very close to homemade, and the cranberry sauce was not canned... even though I do like that. 🤣 Husband got the Greek salad which is LARGE! Not only is it large, it is DELICIOUS!!! It was the kind of salad I could eat for the rest of my life. The Greek salad was REALLY THAT GOOD!!! It does come with sardines, so be aware. I'm not a fan, but my husband loves them, so he was happy. After our meal, we were "encouraged" to try some dessert. Twist my arm... 🤣 Most desserts are made on-site, and they told us which were and which were bought. We had a slice of lemon raspberry layer cake and a slice of lemon meringue pie. The lemon raspberry was REALLY good. It tasted very fresh, moist, and lots of great flavor. The Lemon Meringue was really good also. The filling did taste canned, but it was still really delicious. However, the meringue... I'm not usually a fan of it because sometimes it doesn't have a lot of flavor to me and the texture can be off. But this was absolutely PERFECT!! Had great texture, flavor, and was a perfect match to the pie!!!To sum it up, food was 10/10, services was 10/10, overall atmosphere... it's a diner... and it was fun! Overall experience, 12/10!!! Will come back more often!!!

Ralph M Bohm

2023-05

09/10/2021Deadheading from CT to Vineland for a load back to Lewiston, Maine, I had a chance to stop at this nice little diner with great truck parking in the back. Quiet and safe, I slept like a baby; then woke up to a typical, All-American breakfast of corned beef hash and eggs with real home fried potatoes.

AverageAlex

2024-03

Came for dinner with a friend and had a great experience with a kind server and great food. Cash is preferred but not required, it always helps your small businesses!Dietary restrictions: I’m allergic to onions and they were very kind and accommodatingParking: Clear and easy to park

Joe F

2023-12

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Brad Panaia

2023-12

I have eaten here many times. Food is ok. The have parking for big trucks in the back.Last visit.....stood waiting for the host to come out of the kitchen for almost 5 minutes to be seated.Waited another 5 minutes at the counter waiting for him to come out so I could pay.

Danny Mcguiness

2022-05

This place was fantastic! They have great prices, service was excellent, home town feel and very classic style diner, I had veal Parm special with pasta garlic bread and soup or salad for 12.99$ it was very good! Definitely will go again!

Anna Ervin

2022-05

I love this place.It has the most respectful waitresses,and owner. The food is excellent and low priced.

Philip Underwood

2023-05

Awesome little diner.I've stopped here several times.Friendly service and good meals

Robert Bethel

2024-04

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Karen Turner

2024-03

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Donna Montone

2024-01

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Craig Montgomery

2024-04

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Nirmal s.

2022-05

Family friendly atmosphere and delicious food. We stopped for breakfast but next time we'll try out the lunch or dinner options.

Thomas Wood

2024-02

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Joanne T

2023-05

This diner is a wonderful little find...a classic diner appeal. I was meeting up with a dear work friend I haven't see in 3 years. This area was our half way point and being the reviews were great I chose this diner for our meet up place. Well I can't say enough...the ladies(staff) were all so sweet and welcoming...their service was exceptional..food was fresh and delicious and this place is so clean and bright with a wonderful energy...and their prices are great! This Almwell diner is a must try. I give this place a 5 star thumbs up review👍

Kellie Rush

2023-10

Service was friendly and quick. The food was tasty. My salad before dinner was crisp and fresh. Reasable prices. A great little diner. Thumbs up

Philip Possessky

2024-04

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Ron Lyman

2024-01

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Claudia Surdez

2020-05

Good food, distracted service that didn't tell us her name until we were eating, one waitress gave us drinks and another took our order. There was children running about. Otherwise very clean, friendly and delicious. Amazing cookies

Ghostface

2023-12

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osman ansari

2023-07

Was at a few nearby wineries and stopped here for a late lunch.The service was fantastic, the owner is the sweetest old lady who was very friendly and charming.Delicious diner food that hit the spot and saved us!

Keith Steele

2024-02

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John Petriello

2023-08

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