Address: | 15 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221, USA |
Phone: | +1 410-238-1400 |
Site: | essexdiner.com |
Rating: | 4.5 |
Working: | 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–9PM |
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Lea Tarr
My family decided to try this diner last night for the first time. When we were first shown to a table, the hostess forgot to give us menus. It took about 10 minutes to get them but we finally did when the waitress came to take our drink order. That was alright. They had a wide selection and decent prices. We decided to all get the MD crab soup, bacon and cheddar fries, and chicken fried steak and pancakes. The food took about 20 or so minutes to get to us but she finally did bring out the soup. She forgot one so she had to return to the kitchen. When she came back out, she was joined by another waitress carrying our fries. The fries already looked cold. The bacon on top was just long, regular strips of bacon and the cheese was in a congealed clump on top. Not appetizing whatsoever. We got about two sips of soup in before our meals came. We had no room on the table to even eat because of all of the dishes! The food itself was fairly disgusting. The soup was way too spicy for me, but generally edible. The fries were tasteless. I tried my husbands pancakes and they were very doughy, as if they were undercooked. As for my chicken fried steak, the meat was good but the gravy had a horrible aftertaste. I ordered the mac & cheese with my meal and parts of it were burned. My father-in-law ordered the stuffing with his and spit it back out after one bite (and this is a man that LOVES food and will eat anything). As to the service... also horrible. When we requested drink refills, we were met with attitude. At one point, I asked for more water and she took my cup, then as my father-in-law was taking a sip of his soda, she stuck her hand out and reached for the cup, AS HE WAS DRINKING IT!! Then got an attitude because he dared to swallow his liquid before handing over his glass. I will say one good point though. The owner (I think it was the owner anyway; I had overheard our waitress tell another patron that he was the owner) asked if we would like the tv turned on cartoons for our daughter. It was sweet, even if it was an hour into our meal. Please... if you live in the area, go to Jads or even the Silver Moon. Dont waste your time or money on this place.
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Christine CURROTTO
2/21/17, I had the worst experience ever at Essex Diner! My sister & I have been going there for a few years & have enjoyed the food & wait staff & have had no problems. Today however, when our separate checks were given to us, we divided them up because we shared a piece of cake. My sister was going to pay my check $15.06 & I was going to pay her check $10.55 & add both of our tips to it equaling the same $15.06 & use my debit card. My sister went up to the register first & tried to pay the $15.06 check & the waitress told her it wasnt her check, so the waitress rang up $10.55 & she paid it. Then the waitress came over to the table & told me that my sister was paying the wrong check & I had to pay the $15.06 check. I explained to the waitress how my sister & I was dividing the checks & tips, & they were going to equal the same amount. The waitress seemed to understand, sort of, except kept interrupting me. Then once the waitress left the table the Owner came over to the table along with the waitress. Which by then, I was not only annoyed but now embarrassed since everyone in the diner could hear & see what was going on. The Owner argued the explanation I gave to the waitress as to why we were paying how we were paying. Then he grabbed my sisters change off the table saying he wasnt "going to lose money" & walked over to the register. The waitress came back over to give My sister whatever change they were giving her again. By this time everyone was so confused & he kept yelling about how wrong I was for giving my sister the higher check & again I tried to explain why we did it that way & he didnt want to hear it & he just went on yelling at me about how wrong I was. I have NEVER in my 64 years have had any restaurant worker or Owner question (loudly) of how the bill was going to be split up, or paid (in full). He was so irrate he just kept yelling & being loud, even other patrons were getting upset with me when I did nothing wrong!
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RiggsGaming The Gamer
Great place~ vwry cozy..booths on both sides of restaurant with a little back room area for larger parites or for more privacy. The staff are very friendly & greet you within seconds of entering the establishment. They are family oriented & cater to children as well as the eldery. Super super amazing food & the variety is unbearable. Breakfast,luch.dinner.appetizer,entrees , dessert, soup ...and anything in between ..if your entering the Essrx area they are located just over the bridge. Stop in & see for yourself...you wont be dissatisfied.
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Jason Minnich
Caught them just as they were opening which was surprising as I expected them to be open longer at around 11am, but what do I know about running a diner. Anyway, the portions were huge and the menu was very large, hard to chose but tasty when we did. The service was a bit slow for how slow the place was but not anything terrible. Would go again if I was looking for a diner and in the area.
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Eddie Alvez
Been comin here since i was little like 7 yrs old n wont stop comin too. The place is very clean well mannered. Food comes out in great timing n very delicious. Owner is mostly always present n shows he cares for his employees his work n his customers like we all family. Thanks for all the great times n great food
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Darlene Webb
I was in Essex Dinner 11/08/13 - The service was out standing and the food was out standing. I would highly recommend this dinner. I will be regular there from this day forward. :) Loved everything about it.
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Michelle Hefner
I absolutely LOVE this place as my husband and children do also.....service is GREAT...the food is DELICIOUS....Everyone is so friendly it reminds me of cheers.....If u have a chance to go GO!!!!!!!!!!
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Donna Visbal
I have eaten here many of times and have always been 100% completely satisfied. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for good homemade foods. Great customer friend workers.
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Kevin Evans
This is a nice little diner. The food is very good, I particularly love the sausage gravy. And the prices are very reasonable. The service is usually good, though it can be hit or miss.
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MrJaybird379
Always gotten great service and great food here with dining room was a bit bigger since it tends to get crowed fast but besides that a good place to get a m eal.
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Suzi -n-David
Great home cooked food. Big servings. Heres the creamed chipped beef over toast with a side of home fries. Wonderful customer service. Clean restrooms. A+.
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David Redmon
Great breakfast and a fast and friendly staff! I love the waffles at this place! Im not sure what kind of magic they put in them, but it works!!! :-)
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Samantha Costin
Love love love love LOVE!!!! My favorite thing here is the scrapple!! So perfectly cooked!! I get a side of scrapple every single time I come here ❤