Chit Chat Diner

4.3(4,928)

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Address

515 Essex St
Hackensack, NJ 07601
United States

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Contact Information

(201) 820-4033

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About Chit Chat Diner

Beyond-the-basics American fare served 24/7 in a modern diner setting.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.3/5

Based on 4,928 reviews

Recent Reviews

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wiley taylor

in the last week

Jahmeal Blain

in the last week

Tuna melt is horrible! Doesn’t even taste like tuna

Michael Lira

in the last week

NYC Guide

in the last week

Brian the manager is always nice Shauna the server was helpful

Thomas Bongiorno

in the last week

Always great. Always interesting menu. Delicious. Always

lee songme

a month ago

There was no parking lot available, and there was a long line in side the restaurant, which means there were so many people loving it, and it seems so popular. The food was okay, but I didn't feel so...

Donisha Lewis

2 weeks ago

My family and I came down from upstate New York on spring break and found the Chit Chat Diner for breakfast, so glad we did. The food was bomb! Our service was amazing thanks to Shawna (sorry if missp...

Viktor Chavez

a week ago

Food is ok not a wow but it’s alright. Service is good always very attentive. I would’ve definitely spect more flavor, nice looking place. The old man at the front door seems a little moody but it’s f...

Gerardo Giordano

a month ago

Wow! Just wow! We loved this place! We came to the Chit Chat diner after a long drive and we were very hungry. The service was friendly and lightning fast. The burger was delicious, with perfectly coo...

Celeste C.

4 weeks ago

This diner is a favorite of mine, though it has a couple of downsides. The seating is cramped, with tables too close together, and parking is a challenge, especially with limited handicapped spots. Ho...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience is generally positive, with many customers expressing satisfaction and a desire to return. It appears to be a popular spot, although first impressions vary.

Customer Favorites

Burgers and chocolate chip pancakes (often with fresh fruit and Nutella) are highly praised. Specific egg dishes/omelettes, like the Italian omelette, are also well-received.

Atmosphere & Service

Service is consistently described as fast, friendly, and attentive. The diner's interior is noted as interesting, although seating is sometimes cramped.

Value & Quality

Prices are considered reasonable, and the food is generally good, though some find the flavor lacking in some dishes. Portion sizes are generally adequate, although one reviewer wished for a larger serving of fries.

Areas for Improvement

Parking can be challenging, especially for handicapped individuals, and seating can be cramped. Some find the flavor profile of the food could be improved, and one reviewer noted the host seemed moody.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the attentive service and the quality of specific menu items like burgers and breakfast options. One recent review noted the flavor as just "ok" and hoped for more of a wow factor.