Based on 383 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup
Address:
128 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Phone: (973) 831-6871
Website: http://cardinal.cafe/
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Hours
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Monday | 6:30 AM–3 PM |
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Reviews
Nicole Keber
Always a great time! The owners and staff are always friendly and welcoming! The food is excellent! The place is always clean! Very comfortable atmosphere! Prices are affordable! The couscous bowl is my favorite…..(pictures included)! Love the chocolate chip pancakes, omelets, and the avocado toast! Best coffee in town! My husband and I go here 2-3 times a month!
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Brian Roy
Let me start by saying not all people are treated equally at this establishment. My experience was very unlike other reviewers. We found our waitress to be a bit abrasive and the lady owner threw my girlfriend’s card back at her at the register after she paid the bill. She had to tell her that it would be proper to hand her card back to her and not throw it. She took the time to stop and talk to other patrons but not us (never asked us how was our meal). As for the meal, the corned beef hash was good but the pancakes were gummy and they tried to give me a couple of small ends of the bread for my French toast. Overall, I won’t return and wouldn’t recommend anyone on my behalf!
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Olga Blasone
Cute place. It was nice to see that this local business offers a lunch deal for the local high school kids.
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E Jr Ayala
I really love this place. The Lady owner is such a good person. She’s extremely efficient, almost as if she was born for hospitality. I really can’t express in words how graceful and great she is at her job. And on top of the superb hospitality the food is also very good… this is easily a 10 star establishment. To be able to open in Pompton and remain successful speaks volumes… JOB WELL DONE CARDINAL!!! I always tip them super high amounts and she’s always shocked that my tip is usually double or triple my bill but in all honesty I really feel they deserve it… I love this place ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Lad Bell
Outstanding local restaurant with a great menu and awesome friendly service. Great breakfast on this visit. Very good tasting coffee and spotless clean. Free parking in the rear or on street metered parking is available.
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Danielle Denman
I love this place. Great service, great food, never too crowded! This place is a hidden gem.
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Joe Amditis
Stepping into the Cardinal Cafe in Pompton Lakes, NJ, I knew I was in for something good. The place had a cozy, homey vibe that made me feel instantly welcome. But let’s talk about the real reason I’m here: the BLT with mayo.
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Ralph Basile
Fabulous. This is a really nice place to eat. Its like a mix of diner and family establishment. Friendly staff. Free refill on drinks. The place was buzzing with activity on a Saturday at noon. Was worth the short wait for a seat. Breakfast was great. Good price. As of Feb 2018, French toast 2 eggs and bacon plus Waffle with Bananas and Strawberry’s and whipped cream came out to 22 including tax, before tip. My 10 year old daughter was also impressed and said will definitely come again.
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Cal Delano
Great local cafe/diner for breakfast and lunch. Quick service and clean and the food is delicious. Stays pretty busy but if you time it right you won’t have a problem getting a table. Don’t forget take out is always an option too.
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Sazzie Zer
The French toast breakfast sandwich was superb! Service was great. Food was quick. We will definitely go back again.
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