Whenever I pass by Henry’s Diner I always see that there’s a line. I was really curious and decided to go there today.
The first thing you will notice when you go in is the cleanliness of the place. It was really clean and well put together, I really liked that. The staff was friendly, the seat was comfortable and the atmosphere was welcoming.
Now, the food, yeah, it was very much mid.
I ordered a meatloaf with gravy which comes with veggies (broccoli and carrots) and french fries. The veggies were well done boiled, they added cooked garlic onto, I really liked that because it gave the baggies flavor (but I’m biased because I really like garlic) the fries were good, they were seasoned and crispy, probably the best part of the dish. The meatloaf itself tasted like the meat patty you would get from a frozen dinner, which was weird because it had veggies in it but you couldn’t taste it at all, the same is true for the gravy. It didn’t have any flavor in my opinion.
I also got some sweet grits. I would classify it as mid. It tasted like water. But the cinnamon and extra packets of sugar I put in made it taste alright. No a fan of it though.
I will say, this place makes all of their food look delicious to the eye. Like every dish I saw was beautiful plated and it looked as if everything would taste amazing! They really do pop off in that sector.
This place is honestly one of the best places to eat food in campus though (aside from dining halls) the food is mid but decent. There aren’t much options in campus but this place is solid and that’s why there’s always a line out there.
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
I’ll be honest that I was not expecting good food for an on-campus spot but I was pleasantly surprised. There was a 30 min wait since college students can use meal swipes here but overall the food was good and the service was great.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
On a brisk November afternoon, I visited Henry's Diner at Rutgers. The diner's warm ambiance was a welcome contrast to the chilly weather. I ordered a Denver Omelet, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The omelet was skillfully prepared, fluffy, and brimming with fresh, quality ingredients, encapsulating the essence of a classic Denver Omelet. The service was both friendly and prompt, enhancing my dining experience. This cozy spot is perfect for those seeking a comforting meal in a chilly setting. The diner's atmosphere, coupled with delicious food and commendable service, makes it a must-visit. Highly recommended for a satisfying meal on a cold day.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Toast
Went to Henry's Diner for the first time this semester. overall, going during lunchtime on a Thursday, there was still a line forming around 11:45. Not a great experience to wait outside in 0c weather, but it luckily, we were brought inside quickly. Diner pretty much only serves Rutgers students, though I believe it is open to the public.. I got a cold BLT sandwich, my partner got a monte cristo. BLT sandwich was very good, not that greasy and filling. However, I wish Henry's offered different options for sides, instead if just fries and coleslaw. The monte cristo was also very good, but there was too much oil. Service was fair and server was friendly. Pricing is expensive if your not using meal swipes. Will also comment that the hours are weird for being on a college campus. Would expect them to open later, not just until 6:00PM. Overall, Henry's is a super popular diner in a convenient location for students, I would visit again.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Pretty good! In comparison to most Rutgers facilities, this blows almost everything else out of the water. Unlike most places here, this feels like an actual restaurant. The food was great and cooked well, but some of the dessert options were lacking. The price also ends up being pretty crazy unless you pay with swipes (and even then is a bit much).
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Henrys diner is great. The food is good.
Just can’t understand why the hours are so strange and limited for literally being on a college campus.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken
