Raymond's Ridgewood

My wife and I stumbled across Raymond’s after running some errands and needed a quick nosh. The decor was great and heartens back to memories of old Brooklyn eateries I experienced as a child before fast food and linoleum became the norm. My first issue with the place was my own indecision while perusing the menus. I wanted to try it all. I finally decided to go with their Breakfast BLT which in fact is a great take on eggs benedict. I was ready for lackluster cooking as most line cooks lately seem not to know how to properly poach an egg. I was greatly pleased with what came. Perfect execution of every ingredient on the plate! Folks, this meal was delightful. Perfect bacon, crisp arugula, hollandaise sauce done right, on a bed of roasted potatoes that were cooked right. They have a promotion that contributes to hunger in NJ for every soup order purchased. The chicken and dumpling soup was great. Not a drop left in my bowl. The waiter who served us was charming and gave us knowing smiles whe we told him “how everything was so far”. Very nice to see a very well run establishment with staff who seemingly know that they work in a special place and bring their own world class charm and excellent service. It felt good to be there. Who says such a thing about an eatery? I do now. Thanks Raymond’s for your great food and charming hospitality. I look forward to coming again and again!

Our first time to Raymond's... hands down the best Cuban sandwich and fish and chips we have ever had. Also got the French toast, but it was too greasy and lacked some cinnamon/vanilla flavor. Overall, we had a great experience and the vanilla egg cream and vanilla ice cream were amazing! We will certainly be back!