Diner - Forked River
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Lakeside Diner in Forked River, NJ offers a wide selection of American cuisine, including vegetarian options. The restaurant has an average rating of 3.9 stars and is open from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Call (609) 971-2627 to check availability or make a reservation. You can also order from Lakeside Diner through DoorDash. Kids menu available. Check out Mimmo's Pizza and Dunkin' for similar menu options. Leave a review if you've dined here before!.
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Lakeside Restaurant, once a beloved local gem, is experiencing a noticeable decline in service and overall experience. Frequent visitors express disappointment with long wait times and unwelcoming encounters that have marred what was previously a charming dining atmosphere. While some patrons appreciate the cozy outdoor seating and commend the delicious food—such as crispy deep-fried bacon and flavorful seafood dishes—others recount frustrating experiences with rude guests and slow service. Despite these issues, a few positive reviews highlight the restaurant's potential, leaving many hopeful for a revival that restores it to its former glory.
I'm giving this place 2 stars for a few reasons. I understand that Sundays can be busy for diners, so our group of six chose to sit outside under the tent to avoid a long wait inside. The food was really good, even though my breakfast arrived after almost everyone else at the table had finished. However, our experience was completely spoiled by the band that came to play. There were a couple of very rude women with them who forced two people in our group to give up their seats because those chairs were apparently reserved for the band, even though those women weren't actually playing—they were just watching. They also redirected the fan we had pointing at us toward themselves. They were extremely rude. If certain items outside are off-limits to paying customers, there should be clear signage instead of treating customers disrespectfully.
My husband just returned from lunch at Diner and can't stop praising the delicious food and excellent service!
The staff were friendly and efficient. The prices are very reasonable considering the large portion sizes!
It's CJs now. The food was very good, the restaurant was very clean and the staff was friendly.
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