Dee's Luncheonette — Restaurant in Hawthorne

While winding my way through the quiet side streets of Hawthorne, NJ, early one summer morning, I unexpectedly came upon a charming little storefront. Sitting quietly on the corner of Diamond Bridge Road and Hawthorne Avenue, I stumbled upon Dee's Luncheonette. The first time I stepped inside, It reminded of the local sweet shop from my childhood days. The charm is everywhere from the hand made wooden NY Giants and Jets helmets, to the old school chrome Toastmaster toaster. Grabbing a stool at the counter, I was promptly greeted by Dee Maguire, owner and proprietor. "Hi hon, coffee?" Dee briskly took my order while her staff (Carmen and Denise) attended to other patrons. My breakfast was served quickly, yet I never felt rushed. My coffee is always hot and the refills appear automatically. The din of local conversation fills the room with authenticity. Her customers are mostly neighbors and friends who no doubt, have had their breakfasts and lunches there for years. One perfectly layered Taylor ham, egg and cheese sandwich later, and I was regular. Take it from someone who has frequented his share of NJ eateries, if you're looking for a delicious breakfast (or lunch), a great cup of coffee and a little sanctuary, look no further than the corner of Diamond Bridge Road and...

What a throwback to Americana '50s! In need of some upgrading but that's part of the charm. Food is basic chow nothing special. Coming here for breakfast six months or so. Most recently, found a waitress servicing our table to be a little indifferent. Here's a tip: ask both diners if they're ready to order; how everything was not just focusing on the male dining companion, and please ask if I'd like another cup of coffee. I'd never been to any diner where my coffee wasn't topped off! Lastly, the lack of diversity is alarming considering the demographics of the area. Well...I did return again for breakfast, and the same waitress again did not ask me if I wanted another cup of coffee, just refilled my male companion's cup and removed his empty plate whilst leaving me to stare at mine! Saying "I'll come back for yours later." Really? Leaving behind a dirty plate?...

I live in Hawthorne and have been to every bagel place and diner in town, and surrounding area. There is really no comparison, Dee’s superiority is evident in many ways. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They always keep a very clean and safe environment. I have lived all over the Passaic Bergen area of NJ, tasting all different meat(bacon, sausage, or Taylor Ham.) egg, and cheese) sandwich’s. It doesn’t matter if you order one on a roll or bagels here, some places do. The freshness, and quality of the said options are great they layer the sandwich perfectly and it’s truly a pleasure ordering from them multiple...