Is there anything more quintessentially New Jersey than an old-school diner? We don’t think so, and we never get tired of visiting these classic Garden State greasy spoons. Many of them feel like they haven’t changed a bit since the day they opened – besides the prices, of course! That’s definitely the case for Angelo’s Glassboro Diner, located in – you guessed it – Glassboro! 77 years old as of 2023, it’s the kind of place that’s purely New Jersey – a little rough around the edges, but so welcoming and comforting. The diner still has many old-school touches, and the food at this historic diner in New Jersey is delicious. It’s an out-of-the-way place that still serves many of the forgotten diner gems that got taken off many menus when they got streamlined, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. So come on down to Glassboro and discover why locals and diner-lovers alike swear by this nostalgic gem!
Angelo's Glassboro Diner looks like an old-school institution, and the interior matches the exterior. So come on in for a hearty meal!
This is the kind of place where most people still choose to take a seat at the counter, only feet away from the hard-working cooks.
The menu is still seen on a blackboard with magnet letters - all the better to update with the daily specials!
But lunch is no slouch either - the burgers here are fat, juicy, and utterly delicious.
Some of the other sandwiches steal the show here, though - both the chicken parm and the meatloaf sandwich are hearty standouts.
And there's no better way to end a meal at a diner than with a cup of tea or coffee - and of course, some dessert!
Have you visited Angelo’s Glassboro Diner before? Tell us what you thought and what you ate at this historic diner in New Jersey in the comments section! Like many NJ diners, Angelo’s Glassboro Diner keeps a low profile on social media, but you can check out the Facebook page of this old-school diner for the latest updates. It’s not the only destination to put on your diner crawl either – this Woodbridge diner is beloved by celebrities! If you’re looking for a place to stay in the area, check out the Courtyard by Marriott Glassboro Rowan University, which gets high marks for comfort and value.