It was a sad day seeing the Cuban Cafe close as it had been my go to restaurant for Latin American food in Monmouth County. Given this, I was highly anticipating what the new Latin Diner would bring. I stopped by on Thursday afternoon to grab some lunch. The restaurant has been renovated on the inside. It was clean and orderly and got the well deserved makeover it needed. I ordered the following: one empanada de pollo, one empanada de carne, arroz con gandules, and pernil asado for a grand total of $12.74. A price I haven’t paid for lunch in quite some time. The food itself is delicious, not to mention the portion size is more than enough for at least one meal. The rice was fluffy and the beans were full of flavor. The pork was just the right amount of salty and melted in my mouth. But the empanadas absolutely blew me away. They were completely stuffed and exploded with flavor every bite. Dare I say, the best empanadas in Monmouth County. Overall, for the price, quantity and quality of the food I'm thoroughly impressed with the Latin Diner. They certainly exceeded my expectations, and in my opinion, are even better than the previous restaurant. Not to mention, they accept credit cards and aren’t cash only. I hope the Latin Diner is here to stay! I will definitely be back to try more.

This place was a pleasant surprise! They were only open a week when i stopped by but they were on top of everything. The service was good. Lots of smiles and the food was freshly made and sooo good and really inexpensive for the amount if food you get! The black beans were yummy but I went back the very next day for the chicken empanadas!!! We got dine in but took it outside to enjoy, so I had leftovers ready to go. I wish them well and hope they're still open the next time I make it down the shore!

Fantastic food at fantastic prices. Everything looked super fresh. The place is spotless and very clean, service is fast and polite. Asbury restaurants need to take notice of this place because this is how it should be! And they have a ton of parking due to being located in/next to a shopping center so that's a non issue. Edit*: Just got the ropa vieja and just stomps my review I listed. Food again is very well priced, decent portions, and delicious. And the place is still spotless, with the food behind the glass looking fresh!

This place is a great addition to the neighborhood because most of the Latin options are Mexican and who doesn’t love tacos but this just hits different. The restaurant itself is just great vibes and the location is open and has great lighting and ample seating outside and inside. It’s not a fancy place with table clothes but just a nice, clean and home cooked feel kind of place. The food selection was awesome! Every day they have a different menu so it never a gets repetitive or boring. Everything we ordered was well seasoned and cooked with love. They have great empanadas, releno de papa, chicarron, croquettes if you are looking for a little snack. They have great desserts and also many drink options. They have a fresh juice stand where they press the juice to order and everything is out in the open so you can see what they are doing. The staff was so cool and all had smiles and welcomed us. The portions are great and you will not be left hungry. Looking forward to eating here again.

God Bless you and thank you for your delicious food! Latin Diner is on a whole other level! There are only a handful of restaurants in Asbury Park that I don't feel disrespected as a customer by walking out with small portions and overpriced underwhelming food forcing me to order more and pay more than I ever intended with service that hardly ever includes even a smile (I'm always interrupting some entitled server from taking a selfie or checking their Instagram 🙄 they ALWAYS make me feel like THEIR doing me the favor, not the other way around.). I almost never feel respected as a customer in Asbury Park eateries...I'm not trendy enough to be ripped off on Cookman Ave, parking ticket Included. Well add The Latin Diner to the short list of restaurants that respect you as a customer! Smiles, cleanliness, fun delicious all-homemade healthy food obviously made with love and care, rapid service and a feeling that you are truly appreciated! I leave feeling the love and respect for the community...not just some rich guy moving in and charging laughable prices for cardboard pizza so he can buy a bigger boat! Latin Diner, you have earned MY love and respect and I am now a regular customer! Your food is on a whole other level! I can't wait to try my next meal! God is absolutely working through you and you staff and I pray for health, happiness and long continued success for your restaurant and your families 🙏🏽.

Great empanadas, rice, beans & sauce, pulled pork and vegetables!! The other items like whole baked fish and goat looked really good too.

I have been waiting for decades for this spot to be something fabulous and successful and not a franchise. And, the Latin Diner is that place! Believe the hype! It is delicious 😋

Delicious pernil asado with white rice and sweet plantains. Also tried the chicken and beef empanadas which were fabulous. Topped it off with a slice of tres leches for dessert. The portions were very generous, the service was quick, and the staff was friendly. We will definitely be back!