Royal Diner — Restaurant in Washington

Straight out of 1940 with very few changes made, this diner is old-school awesome with terrific food. I just visited today and had the patty melt. I have a culinary diploma and write about food and this was the BEST patty melt I've ever had. The fries were fresh and crispy and the taste was clean (no old oil lying around at the Royal Diner!) I'd travel back from Bethlehem, Pa any day to get another.

My daughter had the California burger and was just as impressed. The staff was courteous and kind without any fake "fluff" going on. When I asked when the diner was built my server knew right away. If you're in or near Washington, NJ, the Royal Diner is worth...

This was a middle-of-the-road divey Diner and not the kind that you see on TV with guy Fiero Hosting. the food was mediocre and even simple breakfast fair was greasy and not attractively plated. the atmosphere was not very good either. the Saving Grace was our wonderful waitress who was very kind and sweet. unfortunately I don't know her name otherwise I would mention it so that everybody would go and see her and leave her a nice tip...

Eating at Royal Diner for over ten years. Good food, friendly waitresses, prompt service, & that vintage diner atmosphere. Nothing plastic or artificial about it. I wouldn't change a thing...well, maybe add an old fashion malted milk or egg cream -- have to remind myself this isn't New York City. But it's close enough &...