Memories of an old eatery, and a super (emphasis on "super") tuna melt! Welcome to the recently-renovated Paul's Diner (320 Route 46 East, Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, 973-627-4436, www.paulsfamilydiner.com). "Where are you folks from?" asks Steve, our server. "Bloomfield," I answer. "Bloomfield? What are you doing all the way out here?" After my explanation, he responds, "My Dad used to own a restaurant in Clifton: the Red Chimney." Wow...the Red Chimney?! Talk about memories. Back then, it was "Great food within walking distance" stuff! Okay, back to Paul's Diner, and what makes this great place such a find and worth a visit. Yes, you have Steve and the other servers, the cleanliness of the restaurant, the free, miniature chocolate chip cookies near the register (yes, you read that right. Memo to ownership: hide them when I visit next time.), and great food. Before I get to the (in my opinion) the highlight, feast your eyes on my medium rare cheeseburger deluxe ($10.50). This was one, very good burger. Now, to what gets my current vote as best tuna melt ($11.95) since the genesis of the "From My Seat" blog. This photo doesn't do the sandwich true justice. But the below photo might - my lovely wife feasting on it. Overall, a great, late Saturday evening dining experience.
Thank you, Steve. We'll see you and the rest of the folks at Paul's Diner again soon. Steve
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Walker Butler
10/1/2019 02:34:37 pm
My stomach could not be growling louder. Let le know if there are any locations in South Carolina!
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