Sherwood Diner in Lawrence
Site: http://sherwooddiner.com/
- Monday:8AM–10PM
- Tuesday:7AM–10PM
- Wednesday:7AM–10PM
- Thursday:7AM–10PM
- Friday:7AM–10PM
- Saturday:7AM–10PM
- Sunday:7AM–10PM
It used to be a great quality restaurant few years ago, went for a breakfast and the food was not good at all. Would not recommend at this point.
This diner has been here for many years. The servers in general get down to business and are not the chatty or warm and fuzzy types, but so what! The food is served quickly, is hot and generally very good. Portions are huge. They put out homemade coleslaw( a vinegary version) and macaroni salad ( a more savery version.) I love the Mac salad cause I hate sugary ones. My food has always been very well prepared and delicious.
Sat there for 35 mins and no one came over to serve us. We decided to leave and all they can say was sorry. Reason given was no one was aware it was their table. We have been going there for 15 years and this was the first bad experience. Seems like things have changed over there.
Great classic diner ambiance but the food and service was simply sub par. I’m a native NYer and although Sherwood looks the part, nothing else measured up. I hope it was just a bad day (Dec 23, 2021). If you decide to go, opt for a simple meal like French fries but don’t go fancy like… a patty melt. They clearly have never seen a simple patty melt which, to them, was an open faced burger on toast. The server was kind but way overworked and unable to handle the handful of tables he had.
This has turned into a regular spot for me and my lady. Always great food and greeted warmly upon entering. Wouldve gave 5 stars but its not perfect. I can nit pick all day about minor issues like them not having lamb gyro, only chicken and beef... or sometimes the order doesnt come out how you requested. Requested a chicken souvlaki PLATTER and got a sandwich with fries 😖🥴 Like I said, minor issues, not the end of the world. My lady loves the coffee. Not too many specialized bevs on deck but you can create your own if you want something different. I usually go for half sprite / half lemonade. Other than that, its a very nice and peaceful diner atmosphere. Cant really go wrong, especially in an area filled with fast food chains, the pricing is similar to those places but youre getting a better quality food obviously. 👌
Have been to the place a few times now and even though it is a dinner I love places that have consistent great food, which this place has. I wrote small notes on picture for this place to, but I just want to reiterate, what I said a little. For pancakes anyway they are one of the best up there with IHOP, and am not a big pancake person usually I eat pancakes once, twice a year, but so far I have eating PC three times this year and two of those times where at this place. Disclaimer: (I have only gotten chocolate chip pancakes). The only reason I dont give this places 5 Stars is because the staff is nice and attentive for a Time, towards the end of our visit the Waiters stop coming around and it takes some time to get their attention so you can get your bill. Only thing they need to work on!
I used to deliver produce here, kitchen is Beyond disgusting. Like DISGUSTING. It smells horrible, don’t take those fancy plates for granted. The owner George is Whiney baby and is beyond disrespectful to staff. DO NOT GO HERE I don’t know how this disgusting diner passes health inspections. I have pictures to show if anyone is interested. And to George, man up crybaby. Such a disgrace of a diner. CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NO GOOD, FOOD IS NO GOOD, KITCHEN IS DISGUSTING AND NOT MAINTAINED, this is one of the most disguising kitchens I’ve ever seen in my life. You will get sick.
Landed here due to wifes craving for waffles. i Hop (or ihob) was the first stop but being a Sunday at 11 am the wait was 30 minutes. Then remember the diner near Taco Bell. Once we arrived we were seated immediately, although they were busy. My omelet was good, hash browns were okay (they were the scalloped potatoes version), wife enjoyed her waffles with raspberry jam, and kids drowned their silver dollar pancakes in syrup. I also enjoyed the bacon but before I could get a second piece off my plate, kids grabbed it up and it was gone. They also have some rich looking deserts (cakes, cookies). Service is decent for a diner, you will get check-ind on every 10 minutes or so.
Service was great. Had to put 3 tables together, had a party of 9. We all enjoyed the food. Happy early birthday sis.
Your classic bacon cheeseburger-amazing! A new try- pan seared salmon with spinach and mushrooms. Will definitely try that dish again. Friendly staff.
We go here mostly for the memories. Theyre stars at breakfast but this particular day I wanted a big tasty salad 🥗..it was big!
Absolutely love coming here with my dad on Sundays. Great dinners and amazing breakfast deals. I highly recommend coming here .
The buffalo wing need a sauce with out sauce their just hot wings not buffalo wings. Dont get it twisted the wings are fire.
The food is always cooked to order, the service is always excellent and its just a great diner all around.
I went to the restaurant and applied for a job. The manager, whom Ill call by his first initial G., seemed nice enough, and noted that even though business was slow, hell take my number and hell call me back in a few days to follow up.A few days go by, and G. calls me back when my phone is off. I turn my phone back on and I hear G.s unusually angry voicemail, in which he swore at me for missing his follow-up call.Keep in mind, Im not even an employee, I was just an applicant, but if this is how G. treats an applicant, then I can only imagine how G. treats his employees.
We always have a wonderful time food is good staff is wonderful try to go as often as possible
This place is a great spot to have breakfast if your in the Far Rockaway part of Queens. Good food at a good price👍
We recently went for breakfast and a meeting, we were comfortably seated in an area that accommodated our discussions. The staff was lovely and the food (banana Walnut pancakes with bacon and eggs) was wonderful.
Amazing and friendly staff members, good waiting times and food, overall a great place
Hubby and daughter took me here for my birthday breakfast 2 weeks ago. Outstanding service, outstanding food, made with family style love. Since then, Ive been back 4 times on my own just for dessert!
I love Sherwood!!! The positive atmosphere makes me feel so welcomed and good. The people here are also SO NICE.
Busy place but service was quick and friendly. Lamb was very moist and tender but no salt. Filley stuffed crab was delish! Macaroni salad and cole slaw were both fresh and tasty. Waitress was attentive as were the helpers. Overall would definitely visit again.
We had a great time the waitress was amazing. She was warm and friendly. We didnt feel rushed to leave, after we had eaten. We loved the man who poured our coffee and such. They both were very attentive to our needs and we thank them. I would differently recommend your resturant over IHOP any day. We cant wait to do lunch and dinner there one day.
The service here was impressive. Our server was so nice and happy to see us. The surf and turf could have been a bit better, our meal was overcooked in some places and undercooked in others. Kinda pricey for meh food but the service and ambience made up for it.
Been going here for yrs. Love this place... the staff are very nice and the food is great too
Service is impeccable. Ask and youll shall receive. Food is delicious. Try thrir Roumanian Breakfast and they serve grits.
The food was good, but the waiter was ruid and the cashier manager was even ruider.
The guy with the glasses at the front register is very rude and nasty,I will not come back here again, I will also advise my friends that usually order from here to avoid. Bye
Great food good service wonderful place
Baked clams were great 17 years ago and there still great.. took two orders to the eastend riverhead N.Y
I have come there for breakfast and the environment is great. Its the only nice place to sit down in the area. But the food is just not that good. The home fries and toast are usually cold and hard. I had a western omelette another day. It had the salsa was so sugary i couldnt finish it... It was a thick Marinara sauce.The music, location, ambiance all get a star...
The food is absolutely delicious! And the server was so nice. Great service!
Bruno Is What Makes This Place A Landmark!! We All Love You Especially The Lucero Family.
Everything was great! The service was excellent.
The food was awesome and the service was amazing
I ordered chocolate chip pancakes and turkey bacon on the side. Both were pretty good-- just classic diner food. Im taking off one star because my friend ordered a gyro with no onions, but they served it with onions anyway. When she told them there were onions, they didnt offer to remake it. Other than that, the diner was pretty good.
Amazing, quaint diner. The pancakes were awesome and the service was even better. I recommend this place in case you are having lazy Sunday and stuff.
The food was great! I had to pull my button!!!
I enjoy this dinner. Its got great staff really friendly . Good selection of home style dishes or just a burger if thats what youre looking for. Specials are priced right. Check it out!
I literally just left the place. I placed an order for 2 omelettes to go. I went to the bathroom just to wash my hands and the owner was in there at the urinal. When he was done, he picked his keys off the counter, flushed all 3 toilets and walked out without washing his hands with soap and water. IN THE MIDDLE OF A PANDEMIC. I got up and left the food there as well. On top of that, the waitress who took my order was extremely snotty!!! To all the people who are eating there right now, if you get food poisoning today? Youll know why! SMH!
The burger is good and fries are good. The service was all right.
Large portion sizes. Good customer service. My food was vodka penne with chicken, I felt the chicken was a little tough but otherwise with some cheese and black pepper it was good.
I love this diner. Friendly and fast service. Food was good.
So my husband brought me here for breakfast! We were seated quickly, the service was super fast, and waitress super kind! The breakfast was so delicious I was mind blown, and it’s been awhile since I’ve been mind blown over waffles and eggs. Super happy, I came back the next day! Love this place!
The service and people there were nice, and the price is great. But the food was just meh
Nice staff, delicious food. But my take out order was not complete. I did not get butter, crackers for my soup or a free dessert. I will return, but be more through.
Good food and decently priced for the area. Staff is friendly just not that good at listening to what you ordered. Im sure they all arent like that just this one guy. Plus I believe that whether its the waiters table or not, they should never walk past a table with a dirty dish needing to be taken away. Should also get the check for a small table before taking an order then putting it into the computer for a large table. Some staff just dont know how to manage time to flip tables fast. Plus the owner wasnt wearing a mask. Whether it helps or not it looks like you are doing your part to beat the virus.
Their service was phenomenal. Best place ever!
First vist back since Covid-19 reopenings. Sherwood Diner is an area staple & returning was like coming home. Though hardly the crowd I am used to, I expect that to change quickly. The food is still wonderful, the new carpet only highlights how immaculately the place is kept, & the service is efficient & friendly. Come on home - cant wait to see you there!
Very enjoyable. The food was good. The decor was low key and unobtrusive. The waitstaff was pleasant and friendly. My gf and I ordered different things from the menu; assisted by suggestions from the waitress. We both enjoyed our separate and different meals. We wound up boxing and taking home our leftovers as it was just too much for us to finish at the restaurant.
Great seafood soup on Friday, Lobster or Shrimp Bisque. The Stuffed Clams are the best Ive had. Large, not too much bread Crumps & a good amount of clam meat.
I had the Monte Cristo (I didnt see it on the menu I had to ask for it).The coffee diner coffee nothing special. The food was hot and the fries were crispy the meal came up to $16
Like all diners, its a little pricy. But, the food is excellent, great steak for a diner
Good food and good service. Breakfast all day.
They have a FABULOUS private party room. Its the best kept secret in the Five Towns! Great food too!
Excellent customer service. Our waiter was friendly. The food was large portions for your money. I had a wonderful experience.
Nice diner! Would recommend! Friendly staff. Tasty food, especially the scrambled eggs and hash browns! Very clean. Quick service. Good background music playing (from the 80’s!)
Its a great old school diner,staff is fast and friendly.Lots of food for you$$
Great classic Long Island diner! Taxes and regulations have resulted in many diner closures in the past 10 years but Sherwood has survived and is the only western Nassau diner which provides the high quality at modest prices diners were known for. This will be a regular stop going forward.
The owner/manager wasnt wearing a mask. The menus werent wiped off. Overall their cleanliness was very poor. Carpets are filthy, you can see the color difference at the edge of the booths. The food was mediocre. My pastrami was cold. We WONT be back!!!
The restaurant was clean. We had breakfast items. Everyone enjoyed their meal. We will be back again. Staff was very friendly.
The food was so good and the milkshakes were awesome to have. The wait staff was quick and brought the food out within a timely fashion. Really no waiting for a booth or table to sit and eat.
My family and I stopped here for an early Saturday dinner since we were already in the Five Towns area. My parents come here regularly and the place did not disappoint. Service was good, food was great and we all left happy. The diner is an American tradition that has faded a little in recent years but this place made me remember why I love them so much.
Always a great place for a hearty breakfast
Great service and friendly staff been going to Sherwood for years. Their alcohol selection and drinks are the best by far, I recommend the long island iced tea. They have a great menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the most light and delicious strawberry shortcake. Would recommend the porterhouse steak with mushroom caps and sautéed spinach.
This used to be a favorite haunt but the glory days have gone bye bye. Food was okay. Service was spotty. Had to ask for the complimentary pickle plate that theyre known for. I wouldnt say avoid, but its been much much better.
Absolutely Amazing Food. I cant wait to come back. The best dinners and desserts available 😋
Ambience Always relaxing nice music, Food is always good
Great place food is good, service can be sketchy because out of the two times I went the first time...questionable. But the second time, was really great so service varies but the food is awesome.
Nice diner, good service. Good portions.
One of the best diners in the area. I love that they serve Cole saw and bean salads before the meal. Everything is good and the fact it is open all the time makes it great. It is a 5 towns favorite.
Great service! Good food!
Its one of my friends go to places. Food is ok and a little pricey for what it is, but thats what you should expect at any diner. Although they have AMAZING blueberry muffins and its the reason I always go back there as well as good pickles (free when you sit down).
Did not deserve the 3 stars food was not properly cooked, asked for med well got rare. Had to ask for everything, ketchup, sugar, mayo. Waiter had an attitude
Excellent Diner fare, although over the past 20 plus years, my favorite remains the same. Pan Seared Salmon served over garlicky sauteed spinach and mushrooms.
Nice food decent service. Always ordered a cheeseburger deluxe and cooked medium. It has always come out cooked thoroughly and delicious. Mac salad and coleslaw is great as well. Parking can be tight however but overall positive experiences here.
Special thanks to our waitress Karen who was extremely helpful and friendly. This was our last meal before flying out of JFK back to England and was made extra special at this diner. Large portion sizes, very tasty food and great value for money. Will definitely eat here again on our return to the US !
The food here is always fresh & prepared well. Their burgers are delicious & definitely above-average diner fare; their chicken tortillas are terrific! Their omelets are very good & their home fries are crispy! 😋 The staff are friendly & attentive. This facility is handicap accessible, including the ladies room.
Nice place. Good food. Youre gonna pay about $15 more for a family of 4.
Excellent food all the time hot open turkey with mashed n gravey Yummy
We called to place an order for pick up and the person on the phone was very rude. This isnt it the way to treat a customer. We wont be coming here and we dont recommend it to anyone
The spot is wonderful and roomy, the menu was delicious and the prices were very economical. fast, effective service and very attentive staff. Will definitely recommend this spot.
I took one star off because our booth wasnt clean and another because they dont wipe down their extensive menu between each guest.
They are kind and quickFood always cooked well
Its a solid place to eat. Ive eaten there for over 35 years
Never disappointed in the food and service here, from classic diner breakfasts to basic burgers and dinner specials. As a long time customer I am glad they are surviving during pandemic.
Went here for the first time on 2/15/21 for breakfast. Staff was friendly the food was good. Only thing that I was unhappy with was the social distancing. There were people sitting directly behind us in the booth.
The service was good the food was just right. I always frequent this diner & for those if its your first time you will enjoy.
This place is totally gone downhill Ive been coming here for over 20 years and every time I come here the quality is just like worse and worse this time I went in to pick up my to-go food and the freaking bathrooms were worse than the truck stop and just the overall food quality is just really gone downhill and its the same owners unbelievable
We order the hamburger deluxe and it taste like a beef burger should taste...
Great Diner. The wait staff and their assistant are Wonderful, especially in the breakfast area; personable and courteous. Ill drive a distance to have a meal there because of the well prepared food and atmosphere. Always worth the trip.Everyone has a bad moment; it was addressed and rectified. I love dealing with real people.One of my favorite places to eat when Im not home.
I havent been here in five years. Everytime I come to NY to visit family, I make it a point to stop here. Great food and great service.
Classic diner with book of a menu containing everything you could ever want.
This is a land mark restaurant that has been in the Far Rockaway community for over 50 years , still going strong . Their food is plentiful, very good N U always receive your money worth. All families have been enjoying their food for many years, they keep coming back , all the waiters are attentive always ready to please, I pray that they will never change.🤩🥰😘😍🎶🎵🎺😅😚😀🍇🍊🌽🍑🥭🎹🎼🎵🎸🎷🎺🎻
Weve been coming here for a decade now and absolutely love this diner our go to for the best baked clams and penne la vodka there breakfast is the best...which is what we came for this past Sunday since a year with the pemdenic this was our first choose to visit with our family which was not a great visit the Owner/Manager wasnt wearing a mask and walking around the tables and the place was packed...just giving a heads up to my neighborhood!
I service was ok. But the food was a 50
Nice place decent food and the service was excellent wasnt crowded and the food came right away
Im a regular at this diner me and my Sister. We go there breakfast after the gym and for dinner as well. The service is good But the food that Ive order there is excellent. Especially there souvlaki Chicken Gyro
Service was excellent. Jimmy is the BEST waiter. He always makes sure we have everything we need, and then checks back every few min. I had the florentine omelette with home fries, toast, and coffee. Yum! 😋👍
This diner has been here for a very long time, maybe 50 years. It is very modern and clean. The staff is very friendly. The food is good. There are breakfast specials, which are extremely reasonable. There is a large variety of specials. I feel a lot depends upon your wait person. The better the wait person, the better the meal. Most of the sandwiches are good. The fish is always fresh. I like the salmon the best. The grilled chicken is very good. The best deal at the diner is Monday and Tuesday dinner. Two people can eat for $26. That includes a choice of homemade soup, a salad, main entree, two sides, dessert, a soda, and a coffee or tea. That is a bargain for $13 a person. WOW. There is plenty of complimentary parking.
All I can say is PERFECTION in every aspect of the homestyle but better delicious food, and everything else that makes a restaurant extremely desirable our experiences were A+++ as always trust me from breakfast, lunch dinner and their desserts are DELICIOUS... a handful of stars above the rest. Id say the competition but there honestly is none.
Went there for dinner and was ok till we left. Old man waiter had the audacity to follow us to the door because I did not leave a cash tip and I guess he was upset. I did put a tip on the card when I paid but I will never have him again. He actually checked the receipt to see if I tipped him. Gave a decent tip but he is a real POS.
Use to love this place. Need to clean the rugs. My fork and knife were dirty. Had to send back my coffee cause the cup was dirty.
Food was delicious, service was great. Definitely child friendly which was great. Looking forward to my next visit.
Great breakfast - nice size portions
A wonderful dining experience, The staff are pleasant with great service. You get your moneys worth. Big portions. I can not finish all the food. They even serve bread, coleslaw and macaroni salad when they seat you. Ive even seen a movie star eat there! My son loves the homade big cookies with sprinkles!
As soon as I walked in the owner of the diner was not wearing a mask. A couple of servers were not wearing a mask properly, one wearing a mask not covering her nose and another wearing a clear mask that did not cover anything. People were on top of each other, no regard to that we are in a pandemic. This place needs to realize we are in a pandemic and it is not going to get better if they let these things happen.
Sherwood diner is great!Every year our Ladies Ministry has its annual dinner of at least 30 ladies at Sherwood diner. The service is not lacking in anyway and it can be difficult to serve 30+ people at a time. The food is always good and everyone leaves happy an full.
I love this place, it is clean, comfortable with really good food. The staff are friendly and they have parking. Try their pastrami with a burger, yum, yum, yum. Good portions sizes so you will leave feeling full and maybe take home what you couldnt finish. Lol.
I had turkey club my favorite onion soup delicious I would recommend this place for anyone
I was very disappointed with the food. The tuna salad did not have much taste it was very Bland. The waitress however was very pleasant it it it it it did take some time to get all the orders but I think everybody else enjoy their food. I have never been there before it was a place that my uncle had taken my family and I too. Lis
The staff is polite, but the food was unsatisfactory to me. My aunt chose this place for a last minute Fathers Day gathering. Generous food portions, but my BLT was on the tiniest slices of bread and it got a little messy. Mayo packets were served with my sandwich. Its a fairly clean environment and its right on the turnpike. The prices were supposed to be low, (and they are reasonable) the BLT is $12.95 and the Specials menu includes soup or salad, two vegetables -- spinach & mashed potatoes, gravy on request and dessert for around $30. The third star is for the staffs politeness. However I will never volunteer to go back to this place.
Been to the sherwood a couple of times in the span of 3 years.Last week, I pulled up, ready to go inside to have lunch with my family. A staffer and another person not sure if he worked there or not..the lady I was 100% sure were smoking at the front door. I pulled my car right out and left. Smoke in the back like regular people.
I only eat breakfast and burgers at diners. I usually go here for breakfast.Seating is quick. Waiter shows up quick. Uou get your order quick and correct.Eggs are scrambling medium as i asked. Bacon is crisp. Coffee is hot. I have no complaints abt food or service. Checkout can be rude. Never a thank you or have a good day. Today i heard from another patron that management can be rude and disrespectful to the employees.
When I first arrived, we were seated right away and the staff was friendly. Our waitress Natasha was very professional and very attentive so in that regard I have no complaints. I gave the Sherwood Diner 3 stars because I wasnt impressed with the food or the upkeep of the place. Before we sat down my family member had to ask if someone can clean the booth seat. Then I noticed how the walls had a film of dust like they needed a good wipe down. The food was ok; I ordered a California Burger along with a red wine. The wine came in one of those plastic travel bottles but the wine glass was dusty. Then I ordered a Strawberry Shortcake; again it was ok. Ive had better food, and I would suggest a thorough cleaning of the place.
In all the years I have been going to this diner this is the first-time that I didnt enjoy my lunch.But I will still give then 4 stars because not everyday is a good day.
Food is good just a little slow getting it to table
Large portions. Waitress was a little snippy but food was good
Really great food. The roast beef au jus was so tender and the rice pudding was the biggest and tastiest Ive ever had and it had no raisins (my favorite)! The cole slaw was unique. It was in a vinegar type of dressing. The deli pickles were crisp and delicious. Highly recommend this place. Cost was a little high, though. The rice pudding was worth its price, though.
Would not recommend to none locals. The service wasnt really friendly. The food was okay, but not really worth its value. While I was seated right away - the place was mostly empty on a Sunday afternoon - it took over ten minutes to have someone come and take my order while a couple right next to had their order was taken first. The cup my friend was drinking out of was filthy, had to ask for another one and when I informed the waiter about the cup his demeanor was if that type of thing was normal.After reading some of the negative reviews I have to whole heartedly agree with them, this place is for locals - they get preferential treatment, not outsiders
Not so good. Old fashioned. Doesn’t seem to have left 80’s. If you need food quickly then keep it very simple.
The servers and waiters are good people, just not your high-speed Olive Garden kids. Be patient with them, youll have a great if you have the right company. I was surrounded with family so I enjoyed myself and the server was very funny. Good guy, the server. He gave my cousin a free cake because she is pregnant with twins. Very nice crew!
Ordered a Greek + LEO omelet (I call it a GLEO) 😋😁 Basically, Feta Tomatoes & Onions make a Greek omelet, and Lox, Eggs & Onions are a LEO. So add some from one to the other and youve got a GLEO!!That said... they made it to perfection. Light on the onions and feta, cooked it the way I like and the toast was still warm when served. Almost ate the plate too. My hunger was cured to say the least. Been intermittently going to the, famous for these parts, Sherwood Diner for decades. Glad theyre still providing great food and service. #LocalGem #GoodEats
First time in New York. Visiting from Florida. This is what I have to say...1. The food was great!!2. The quick service in getting my food was great.3. Patricia was awful. Im surprised her eyes didnt pop out of her head with how hard she rolled them lmao.4. The other staff, I assume were the owners, should probably stick to admin work and not front counter, seating lmao.
Been going there over 60 years. Started with Sal. Always bought his regular customers a drink here and there. Even picked up ck ocassionly. great front girl staff. Watches out for George. Waiters try vety hard yo please. I would recommend, changing veggies here and there. always the same thing. Gave sweet potatoes 1 say a week. Great dinnet. Rem when it burned done. King live Sherwood Diner .
Hospitality was excellent. Ginger was our server. Food was great too. And they give a large portion too.
Food was fair...but they were short staffed. It took 45 minutes to get breakfast which was decent.A few people gave up and left after waiting so long.Waitress apologized but it really wasnt her fault.Poor management.
I been going here for years. Each time I go, I love the food. The quick service and the portions are huge. I think the customer service by the guy at the front could be a bit better, especially since you have to pay for your food (side eye).
A landmark diner of the community cooking up delicious home cooked food. We went for breakfast and had corned beef, eggs, grits, toast, juice, and coffee. Casual dining in a friendly atmosphere where the staff are attentive to your needs. The only drawback might be the parking so close to the busy highway.
Food always on point. Been visiting for years. Staff always courteous.
My girlfriend and I were hungry so we decided to go here. We are not by any means a fussy couple and weve been to diners before so we didnt expect much. This place still managed to go way below our expectations. We were seated by a server, okay their staff is not the Olive Garden type. However basic appearance is expected to be good. This guys uniform was dirty and smelly. He had a bit of an attitude as well. My girlfriend is a hospitality major and I filmed a video for her dining room management class so I know that if a guest says they need more time the server should not be standing over the guest in their personal space! We decided to leave because we were both turned off from the smell alone and this guy was literally following me out the restaurant . If a guest says they werent pleased how about apologizing you werent able to satisfy them and leave it alone or better yet ask the guest how you can fix the issue. Never again .
Grew up loving this place and still love it
Excellent food service friendly staff
Awesome food! Excellent service! Friendly staff!
We waited 40 minutes just to get service and the place was not crowded. The waiter walked pass us and served the next table who got there after us. I had to ask the manager what is going on. He apologize and sent a server from the next section over. We were wondering is it because of the color of our skin. I will never go back there. The service sucks for people of color.
My hot tea was cold. My husbands coffee was cold our breakfast was $37.. french toast,bacon eggs. My hubby has an omelet with homefriess and sausages.. they charged $5 for the sausages separately when we ordered it all together... the food was good but to expensive...
Food is amazing, service is even better. Skip the dessert though. Strawberry cheesecake literally had one half of a strawberry on it.
At best, its a decent diner. Classical American diner food with no surprises. Over the 20+ years Ive frequented this dinner, I find it and its cuisine less desirable each visit. General quality of food here is just decent. I usually recommend this diner to those who like breakfast food at any time of day (try the Belgian waffles), those who want a 24-hour restaurant option, and those who arent too critical of eateries devoid of healthy options. The burgers are good (well, the meat and buns are) and so are the Bloody Marys. So, if youre a simple person looking for some simple American dining, this place is for you. Just manage your expectations and dont expect anything fancy.
This diner is top notch its always a pleasure to stop by when Im in the area. Staff and service are always at its best. Food is always good and I am a critic when it comes to food. I have never had a bad experience.
Me and my husband r coming here over 50 years.we used to live in the Rockaways.we now live in Flushing.we brought my sister in law and her friend for the 1st time.they loved itWe will b back.
First visit, as we happened to be hungry while shopping nearby. Fast, courteous service; decent pricing, good portion sizes. Would recommend and dine here again.
During the past 6 weeks of lockdown we tried several take-out food places. For the past 3 weeks Sherwood was the best. We ordered 2 dinners and 2 omelettes which lasted for 6 meals at a fair price, We called in our order for curbside delivery and it was ready at the exact time we asked for. The italian food (chicken parmigiana and spaghetti with meat sauce) was better than any of the italian restaurants we go to. Their food is the highlight of our week.
I had a really bad and nasty experience at this Diner. I have some family that came from another country and I took them to the diner so that we can have some dinner. we had a waiter that it looks like he needs to retire because he could not get the order right and kept forgetting the orders. then we order some fried calamari and after we finish eating I spotted a piece that had a dead roach inside the fry batter. I took the piece to the side and then I brought it over to the manager and bring it to her attention. in the meantime the old waiter forgot to put our order in the system and the food took forever and it was pasta that only takes 15 minutes to cook and it took more than 45 minutes. The old waiter put in the order, after we got the pasta everything was great, my wife got up to see some pastries and the waiter was asking my wife about what i found and he was complaining to her that we should have brought it to his attention instead of the manager. there was nothing done on the bill or there was no apology from anybody so I really dont recommend this place to anyone it looks like a retirement home from all the waiters being as old as they are and is definitely the last time that I will eat at this place
Yesterday was the first time we went to this place. But It is obviously not the last time. We had great time with the excellent service, with the superb food and booze and with the friendly price. We will no doubt go back there soon.
Went on a Sunday night and didnt have to wait for a table. The service was helpful and patient but fast, and no complaints about the food (delicious).the prices were the going rate so no surprises there either.
The service was quick and attentive. The entire staff was on top of everything, the food came quickly and the order was accurate and the food was delicious. I usually order only from the breakfast menu, which is great, but the burgers here are also great.
I went in the air quality is poor. Smells like cigarettes, half the staff doesnt speak clear English. Welcome to America. The food taste Old and smells bad as if its been there for years. The staff appearance is horrible they smell as well this place would drive you away. The food Is expience for crap service you get.To top the icing I sat down and a Big RAT! Was running to the kitchen. I called the Health dept.
Delicious food!! Great service!!! Large portion sizes!!! Nice cozy environment!! Will continue to go there 👍🏾👍🏾
Food is good for the price,they give you a lot but not season to my taste.
My wife and I have been here several times before. But if youre not an everyday regular, you get 2nd hand treatment. And Im a good tipper!!!! Once were seated, other couples come in after us and are served before us. This time, we waited 10 minutes before our waiter came to our table. And once he left with our order, the couple that came in after us was being served their food. LAST TIME HERE!!!!
Food was great, been going here since I was a teenager
Sherwood has been The Spot for many over the years... Good food at any time day or night, unfortunately, theyre not open 24 anymore... So those late, late, late night dates have to settle for whats in the neighborhood or go into another neighborhood for good food and good company...
Love this place. They have good service and great food. I particularly remember and recommend the pasta dish (I believe they have several but I want to say it was the primavera)-- so good!!
Food is great. Never had a problem here until one day when i was paying my bill and i notice the gentleman kept swiping my card didnt think nothing of it. It didnt sit well with me. I checked my account he had charged my card three times. I went and questioned him about it, and he said deal with your bank. Really??How quivk he was to say that. Must know what hes doing. I wonder how many people hes done this to that don’t bother to check their accounts especially the elderly? Sherwood diner are thieves. Never will i go back unless i have cash at hand. Which is never.
First time, wont be the last. Great food, tremendous portions.
My husband and i going there for years, the serves is good, but the manager has a nasty mouth toward is staff. Over all its good. There can try to fine nice waitress, we still go there we are good with the people.
Ive Always Loved This Place. Great Food and Friendly and Attentive Staff. I definitely recommend.
Waitress was very attentive. Management aknowledged us with fast seating.we got our food in 20minutes not to bad.breakfast was good.that was my first time going,i will b returning.
Good food ,good service, clean and staff are very nice and good service
Horrible Waiter got my order then people after me ordered got there food first and when I looked at her she said its coming to find out it was cold as ice! And she messed my order up. Horrible review . & they put there favorite customers first. Its okay she wasnt getting an tip. The only tip she getting is look both ways when crossing the street . Thank you ! If I could put no star even better!
Excellent..... The server needs to keep her mask over her nose rather under her nose. And remember not to seat customers seating across from one another.
Been here a few times with the family. Pancakes are always good. Prices are reasonable and there is adequate parking.
Havent been here in a while...and now i remember why! My waitress is HORRIBLE. She ddnt even give us her name so Ill describe her. Tallest and probably biggest blonde haired woman with glasses. Anyone know her name? Im here right now... and since shes brought me my order (and it was incorrect) she hasnt checked on us. One of the owners took my plate back and corrected my order. Wont be back. My son enjoyed his pancakes though! #unsatisfied
Extremely expensive, macaroni salad was Bland coleslaw was sour. Water was out fast and waitress took our drink order fairly quickly, but the rest of the time was slow.
I wish I can write this review with no stars. I give the place a minus zero. Numerous times I visited this establishment and my experience has been getting more and more horrible. 1. Every time I go in there I sit in what I called the black or minority section. Two there is always an argument between the waiters and waitresses regarding who will service our table like tonight. The one Hispanic waiter that is there every night is predjudice he only want to service his kind or Caucasian. Yes I said it because it need to be said. 3. The waitress that I had tonight was horrible she took our order never made sure we got our drinks. Once she bought our food to the table after we had to wait until she finished her many conversations she dropped the food down and said is everything ok and walked away and never was to be seen again. She sat down to have a conversation with another patron in the reseturant the whole time we were looking for her because we did not get our drinks what was simple water I needed ketchup i had to ask all the other waiters that were passing through for ketchup. I had to literally get out my seat to ask another water for the drinks then had to get up again to ask the bus boy for straws. Oh and let me not forget him that just threw the complimentary food on the table like we were dogs. So now when this waitress decided to get off her ass and come to us she brings us the check and says thank you and throws the check on the table. Thats why I had it expressed to the lady at the cashier how I felt and the waitress we had had the nerve to say the service today had nothing to do with color because her children are black. Hmmm its funny that she said that when I didnt even go there yet so you know exactly where I was going with this conversation. So the lady at the cashier tells me well dont leave them a tip Im like thats not the point your customer service sucks my money is green like everyone else. Then she proceeds to tell me next time just ask to sit on the other side. Obviously they did not get the point so I had to let them know I will not visit this place again and this will not be the only place Im putting this I will make several other complaints and I will not let his rest because this has to stop.
Beautiful place staff is a loving family make you feel at home when you there the food is just outrageous.. Good Eating...
Food was good, service was great, needs improvement with social distancing patrons were to close
Food cold, toast looked like mice ate 1/2 and waitress never came to check on how the food was. Not going back any time soon
My absolute favorite NY diner (well, a tie with Jackson Hole Diner in Astoria, I guess). Great waitstaff, great food...Im a regular....
This place is always so good. I always go for the breakfast. Food is good,and the service is better ask to sit in Jimmy section. Hell take care of you. Ill take pictures next time.
The service was good. The food portions were humongous! I had a slice of Strawberry Cheesecake that was big enough to share with two other people!
I think this gets high ratings for nostalgic reasons. After all, its the infamous Goodfellas diner. But Ive lived in this town for 27 years and watched this place slowly slide down hill after the fire and renovations, I dig greasy spoons, but with these prices, it doesnt even try to be that. It was excellent once for the foodie who both likes being on the down low and high up in dining experiences. Now its not even either
Very Good food, good choices. Needs more waiters ,the waiter we had for lunch was not familiar with the menu , my partner complained of a stomach ache from eating food there.
The food is always delicious and the service is excellent
Good tasting food, decent prices and fast service. I ordered the pancakes and I would go back. If youre looking for a good standard diner, the Sherwood Diner is a great choice.
Breakfast specials ended before 11am, normally you get free coffee and juice, had to pay extra ordered omelette with swiss cheese got american cheese
I guess i should have gone in without any expectations. Although clean and diner-like, staff was a little cool to the temp. Honestly didnt really care for the service, only because i was doing takeout. Ordered the NY Broiled Steak cooked medium rare with side of mash and corn and cecear salad and a order of roast beef with au jus and mash and salad. And cheese cake and napoleon of course. Unfortunately, their reputation is based solely on landmark status and not for their skills in the kitchen. Napoleon was delicious.
Fantastic old time Diner. A Gem. Food is good and hot! You get a ton of it and quick. (Its a diner so dont expect filet mignon) Beautifully clean with a gorgeous ceiling. AND does NOT smell like cigarettes (that post should be removed) I went there for the first time today and will def be back....... Im stuffed.
Two for thirty is their killer menu! You know you ate well when you hauling away a generous portion of your delicious meal! Go with an appetite, leave with a smile.
Nice place and staff the food was good. Ill definitely go back.
Good as usual. The food is always good and the staff is friendly; if youve been there more than once, they will remember you.
The best for breakfast lunch or dinner. George runs the best diner you can find. Service is great & the place is very clean.
Delicious chicken soup with real pieces of chicken meat- loved the eggplant parmesan, great service. Loved the pickle, & oil,vinegar cole slaw!!
Good food great service
The wait staff was efficient and friendly. The food was delicious, I had a full breakfast and a beverage. The food was cooked as specified. I enjoyed the homey, old school diner atmosphere.
The food was really good but the service was excellent! Yummy
Love their French Toast . Enjoyed a chicken dish with veggies. Large enough portion to take home leftovers.
The food was excellent the service is great.. love the atmosphere
Great service, easy , no fuss. A consistent staple in the neighborhood . Always love the pancakes !
Total reviews rating 4.2
199 Reviews for Sherwood Diner 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-22My recent visit to Sherwood diner was awesome. Ive visited Sherwood many times in the 90s and the food, service and atmosphere was always great. Sometime in the last decade I visited and it was just okay. After some years away and some skepticism Im so glad to say Sherwood has redeemed itself with me.The staff are welcoming, attentive and go above and beyond to accommodate patrons. During my last visit I ordered a walnut salad with grilled salmon and avocado. Wow! Huge portion, flavorful, fresh and simply delicious.I love the fresh bread, macaroni salad and cole slaw they bring out in the beginning. So good!Our waiter attended to a group of about 15 and did an excellent job. I commend them for building a great culture and keeping the food high quality. I will be returning and recommend this place to others.
Review №2
2021-09-28Very spacious diner with a big catalog of dish to choose from. The burger selections are plenty and good. If you are hungry, you cant go wrong with this place. Easy to get to off the freeway.
Review №3
2021-10-03Ordered 2 beyond burger and 1 hamburger but server gave all 3 same hamburger. It was taken back without confirming and they now served all 3 beyond burger. Waited 1 hour plus for our food. Patty was cold. I don’t how they are serving beyond burgers. At the end we went to MacDonald to save us time and eat something quick. Wasted our time.
Review №4
2022-02-23Very bland! I ordered the potato skins they were burnt! I wish I wouldve taken a picture. I almost broke a tooth.The hot wings were over cooked as well. Very hard. The mash potatoes tastes like they came straight out the box & they just added hot water. The pasta salad was bland and greasy. I wont be back. My organization has eaten here for many years, the menu has always been hit or miss.
Review №5
2021-06-26We are not strangers to Sherwood. We usually have breakfast at Sherwood. The food is good, and the service is good. Services are provided quickly and usually the wait is not very long. Staff followed covid protocols. There is a parking lot in the premise so no problems with parking. When my daughter was about 4, my late wife Sonia and I used to eat here very frequently with our daughter and it grew into a family thing.. We have lots of fun and laughs at Sherwood. I strongly believe that we should support our local businesses.
Review №6
2022-04-22How hard is it to make a cheeseburger deluxe. The bun was crunchy not from toasting tho. The burger was supposed to be medium… it was burnt and so so greasy. The fries were barely cooked like probably 30 seconds in the fryer. The tomatoes were orange and the lettuce was brown and yellow. To top it off the pickles looked like they were on 4 tables before mine and the coleslaw was hanging over the bowl onto the table. It was pretty nasty all around and I will not be spending my money here any longer.
Review №7
2022-04-12Been going to this place for 40+ years. Always enjoy a good diner, because the menus give you so many options. This is one of those great diners.
Review №8
2022-03-26Ordered a Lox Omelet and there a LONG piece of hair in my home fries, spoke to the manager he said he was aware of it and didnt no whose hair is was. REALLY ! It wasnt mine and he wanted me to pay for the other food I ordered and said he was sorryYES YOU ARE VERY SORRY . Not going there again .
Review №9
2022-05-15Ok... not the best though. Burger was brunt and overcooked. Sides nasty as hell sorry. Waitress was nice but seemed to busy on her phone. The manager actually yelled at her infront of the whole place because she was in the back talking while we all were waiting for the check.
Review №10
2022-05-31The food is always good and fresh around here. I havent had a bad selection yet. And the macaroni salad they give to you complimentary is to die for.