Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 7:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Local time in Manalapan Township: 12:28 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (732) 851-7777 to confirm.
Location & directions
300 Gordons Corner RdManalapan Township, NJ 07726
About Al's Luncheonette
Looking for a diner in Manalapan Township? Al's Luncheonette is at 300 Gordons Corner Rd, Manalapan Township, New Jersey. It's part of our guide to 9 restaurants, cafes and bars in Manalapan Township.
Al's Luncheonette is open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:00 AM most days.
The menu we have on file lists 171 items across 30 sections, including Classic Sandwiches (Cheese), Benedicts & Huevos Rancheros, Classic Sandwiches (Meat), Muffins and Toast, and Desserts. Listed prices range from $5.00 to $24.99, with a typical item around $16.99. You will find options like Grilled Cheese, Mexican Chorizo Eggs Benedict, and Pastrami.
You can visit for curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cozy, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family-friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and vegetarian options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and on-site parking. Reservations are accepted; call (732) 851-7777 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Diner
- Address
- 300 Gordons Corner Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
- Phone
- (732) 851-7777
- Price range
- $10 to $20 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Menu
- 171 items · $5.00–$24.99
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 8 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for diners and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Al's Luncheonette’s weekday schedule with 25 other diners in New Jersey. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:00 AM and closes at 3:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 47 hours a week, 44 hours fewer than the local median of 91. 100% of diners in New Jersey open on Sundays, and Al's Luncheonette is one of them.
Compared with 25 other diners in New Jersey that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for diners in New Jersey
Based on 13 menus with 2,314 priced items from diners in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $18.00.
At Al's Luncheonette the median listed price is $16.99, higher than the typical $13.00 for diners in New Jersey.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Mozzarella Sticks | 69% | $9.99 |
| French Toast | 69% | $9.99 |
| Grilled Cheese | 69% | $9.99 |
| Greek Salad | 62% | $15.79 |
| Caesar Salad | 54% | $13.95 |
| Chicken Fingers | 54% | $10.99 |
| Pizza Burger | 54% | $11.75 |
| Turkey Burger | 54% | $12.25 |
Calculated from 13 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Al's Luncheonette there is 1 other place to eat and drink in our guide, and 2 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (1).
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'0.2 mi
- PizzaSal's Gourmet Pizza & Pasta1.0 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodWendy's1.1 mi
- BarbecueMostly Smoked Barbeque Inspired Eatery1.3 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisBattleground Deli2.0 mi
What to expect at a diner
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 Al's Luncheonette's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Is Al's Luncheonette open on Sunday?
Yes, Al's Luncheonette is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Where is Al's Luncheonette located?
Al's Luncheonette is located at 300 Gordons Corner Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726.
What is the phone number of Al's Luncheonette?
You can call Al's Luncheonette at (732) 851-7777.
Does Al's Luncheonette offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Al's Luncheonette offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Al's Luncheonette?
The typical price range at Al's Luncheonette is $10 to $20 per person. Menu prices range from $5.00 to $24.99.
Does Al's Luncheonette take reservations?
Yes, Al's Luncheonette accepts reservations.
Is Al's Luncheonette wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Al's Luncheonette open late?
No, Al's Luncheonette usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Al's Luncheonette?
There are 2 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Al's Luncheonette. Nearby options include Dunkin' (0.2 mi), Sal's Gourmet Pizza & Pasta (1.0 mi), and Wendy's (1.1 mi).
How much do diners in New Jersey cost?
Based on 13 menus with 2,314 priced items from diners in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $18.00.
