Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Metuchen: 7:12 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (848) 260-0526 to confirm.
Location & directions
338 Lake AvenueMetuchen, NJ 08840
About Metuchen Diner
Metuchen Diner is an American restaurant you'll find at 338 Lake Avenue in Metuchen, New Jersey. It is one of 50 places to eat and drink we list in Metuchen.
Metuchen Diner is open daily, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
You can visit for dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (848) 260-0526.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 338 Lake Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Phone
- (848) 260-0526
- Hours
- Open daily, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Metuchen Diner’s weekday schedule with 153 other American restaurants in New Jersey. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 AM, earlier than 95% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 105 hours a week, 28 hours more than the local median of 78. 93% of American restaurants in New Jersey open on Sundays, and Metuchen Diner is one of them.
Compared with 153 other American restaurants in New Jersey that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in New Jersey
Based on 42 menus with 3,875 priced items from American restaurants in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $18.00.
We don’t have Metuchen Diner’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in New Jersey typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 36% | $5.50 |
| Sweet Potato Fries | 33% | $7.10 |
| Caesar Salad | 31% | $11.50 |
| Chicken Fingers | 29% | $9.50 |
| Onion Rings | 29% | $7.49 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 26% | $9.95 |
| Cheeseburger | 24% | $12.97 |
| Cobb Salad | 21% | $17.25 |
Calculated from 42 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Metuchen Diner there are 43 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 46 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (7), Pizza (5), Bakeries & Desserts (5), and Mediterranean & Middle Eastern (4).
Metuchen Diner is the only American restaurant within a mile (3 within three miles). The next closest is Applebee's, 1.3 mi away.
15 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- EuropeanLatin Port< 0.1 mi
- PizzaLa Rosa Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJersey Mike's Subs< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexChipotle< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsCinnaholic< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Metuchen Diner's opening hours?
Open daily, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Metuchen Diner open on Sunday?
Yes, Metuchen Diner is open on Sundays: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Metuchen Diner located?
Metuchen Diner is located at 338 Lake Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840.
What is the phone number of Metuchen Diner?
You can call Metuchen Diner at (848) 260-0526.
Does Metuchen Diner offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Metuchen Diner. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Metuchen Diner open late?
No, Metuchen Diner usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Metuchen Diner?
There are 46 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Metuchen Diner. Nearby options include Latin Port (< 0.1 mi), La Rosa Pizza (< 0.1 mi), and Jersey Mike's Subs (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Metuchen Diner?
None within a mile. The closest is Applebee's, 1.3 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in New Jersey cost?
Based on 42 menus with 3,875 priced items from American restaurants in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $18.00.
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