Carnegie Diner & Cafe
Diner · 700 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ 07094, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 2,866 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 264 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.6★
- Flagged
- 26%
- Coverage
- 35%
All reviews shown by Google
736 examined reviews
264 of 1,000
1,000 of 2,866 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Carnegie Diner & Cafe offers an extensive menu featuring large portions, comfort food classics, and a lively atmosphere. While many patrons praise the attentive staff and flavorful dishes, others report inconsistent food quality and slow service at times.
+ Repeated strengths
Generous portions
Reviewers frequently highlight the large and filling portion sizes.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-10-18
My wife and I had a great time. Fresh food and good portions. The seasonal "carrot🥕🥕 cake" comes with a delightful twist 😋. Have some and see if your taste buds can figure it out. Try to sit were Samantha works. She's very sweet and will...
4★ · 2025-12-01
Place was just about deserted yet the hostess manage to put me next to a family group with absolutely the most obnoxious and loud kids (5). Now I have 9 grandkids and I know they can be a handful but their behavior in public was unacceptabl...
Friendly and attentive service
Many guests report receiving welcoming and accommodating service from individual staff members.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-10-26
Excellent burger n fries, plus a tasty salad with coleslaw and a root beer soda. Tip included $30. Well worth it
Pastrami and diner classics
Reviewers often praise the signature pastrami sandwiches, burgers, and breakfast offerings.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-10-22
The first Carnegie Diner outside NYC has officially landed in The Plaza at Harmon Meadow, and it brings all the charm of a classic New York diner with a modern twist. The vibe is bright, welcoming, and perfect for everything from brunch to...
5★ · 2025-11-06
This diner is a class act! Burger is epic, pastrami is tender, and oozes flavor. Love the semi-battered fries. This diner delivers.
5★ · 2026-01-14
Thanks to my friend making a reservation was so helpful taking care of a big group. Accommodated us and took good care of us. Our wait staff were stars!!! Mya who took care our table connected so good with my family and friends. We'll be b...
− Repeated complaints
Slow or inattentive service
Some diners experience long wait times for food or lack of attention from staff.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2025-10-19
I went here for a quick bite today and the experience was terrible! I just ordered a cheese burger and a fries. About 30 minutes later, my order was not ready! My server Samantha didn’t even bother to check on my order. Wouldn’t recommend t...
1★ · 2025-11-16
The food was okay but too expensive. The service was terrible.It took fifteen minutes to get two cups of coffee.Then, the waitress did not come back for another fifteen minutes. She stood at the two booths behind us, talking to the custome...
5★ · 2026-07-15
Delicious meals, generous portions, and very reasonable prices. I'll definitely come back again.
Bland or dry food
A number of reviews mention specific dishes being dry, cold, or lacking in flavor.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-10-17
DO NOT get the dessert. The entrees were amazing and the servers were so nice. Really pretty festival fall colors for decoration. The dessert was really bad. Dry tres Leche that tasted like it was from the store. The pictures of the milk sh...
4★ · 2025-10-27
My omelette was dry and cold the last time I was there, but the other time my food was enjoyable
High prices and extra charges
Guests note that the menu is expensive and mention unexpected upcharges or fees.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-11-11
Spot on, excellent service the pastrami was very good! The music decor super cool. Had to Edit after paying: server didn’t tell me there was an up charge for fries and I don’t really eat them anyway. Disappointing.
3★ · 2026-02-08
A 20% automatic tip and a charge for using a credit card appear on the bill. Disappointing.
Good for
- Large groups and families looking for diverse menu options
- Generous portion sizes and hearty comfort food
- All-day breakfast and brunch outings
Avoid if
- You are on a strict budget or sensitive to extra service charges
- You expect consistently fast service during peak hours
- You are looking for subtle, delicate flavors rather than heavy diner fare
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Oct ’25 | 21 | 1 |
| Nov ’25 | 58 | 14 |
| Dec ’25 | 100 | 22 |
| Jan ’26 | 144 | 46 |
| Feb ’26 | 170 | 48 |
| Mar ’26 | 166 | 39 |
| Apr ’26 | 92 | 20 |
| May ’26 | 98 | 23 |
| Jun ’26 | 66 | 10 |
| Jul ’26 | 85 | 41 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 9 five-star reviews on 2025-11-30 vs avg 1.7/day; 18 five-star reviews on 2026-07-17 vs avg 2.6/day; 18 five-star reviews on 2026-07-18 vs avg 3.2/day weight 1
- review drive 18 five-star reviews on 2026-01-24 vs avg 3.6/day, 10 of them name a staff member; 16 five-star reviews on 2026-05-10 vs avg 2.6/day, 8 of them name a staff member weight 0.5
- low activity account 200 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 2 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 264 flagged reviews.
K
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-11-30
Our server Maya has the most contagious smile! She took great care of us! The food was amazing, place is huge. Don’t forget to try the expresso martini! Definitely recommend :)
Kamani Williams
1 review
★★★★★
2025-11-30
Mya was quick with the unlimited mimosas, gone make me come back again
Mario Alejandro Guevara Guerrero
2 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-07-17
The service. And the food.
Raymond Stansbury
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-07-17
Yoichiro Nakamura
1 review
★★★★★
2026-07-18
Aurelio Santos
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-07-18
kyle pratt
1 review
★★★★★
2026-07-18
Samantha Ramos
1 review
★★★★★
2026-07-18
Osasu Iyahen
1 review
★★★★★
2026-07-18
Josh Friedman
299 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-10-27
Sebastian runs an awesome place and Fernanda took great care of us — fantastic food and a very cool venue as well with lots of rock decor and memorabilia. Would highly recommend!
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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