Bendix Diner - Hasbrouck Heights

One morning, feeling hungry, I walked in craving a pancake breakfast and placed my order. The restaurant does have a slightly worn-out appearance and could use a bit of care, but the staff is as genuine as they come. From the cook, Julio, to the owner, John, and his son Michael, who helps out, they all contribute to the welcoming atmosphere. John, who is visually impaired, has a larger-than-life personality. He serves tables and entertains customers with his humor, bringing smiles and laughter both before and after the meals. His blindness doesn’t hold him back at all; he appears to know exactly what’s happening in the restaurant and does so effortlessly and joyfully. Now, about my meal: I had the trucker’s special, which included 2 eggs, bacon, potatoes, and 2 enormous pancakes. The pancakes were absolutely perfect—fluffy and delicious with butter. What really impressed me was that they offered real maple syrup, which is hard to come by these days. Typically, upscale pancake houses will charge you an extra 2 to 3 dollars for it, but here, they just set the whole bottle on the table. So, not only did I enjoy a fantastic breakfast, but I also got to experience the vibrant atmosphere of this diner, thanks to the wonderful personalities that make it a truly memorable experience for both the food and the service.

Good honest service. Food was very American, not Greek style homefries or kosher style. But it did its job.

I took my girlfriend to celebrate her birthday dinner for the second time, and it was fantastic! The food was amazing, the portions were generous, and the atmosphere was delightful. The staff is incredibly kind, and you can really feel their passion for what they do. I can’t wait to go back again and again. This place is truly outstanding!

John truly enhanced our dining experience! He was an excellent waiter with a wonderful personality. The food was amazing, and my family and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I will definitely return to Bendix on my next visit to the area!

Old school diner with great food and great prices. John is an amazing guy and an inspiration!!!