Cyndia's

Very friendly and cozy family-owned/operated breakfast/brunch spot. Toe-tingling Lacas coffee. Freshly-squeezed OJ. The vibe here is the Cheers bar, locals have been coming for years. Get ready for a chatty meal. Food was yummy, we both did French toast combo plates, but it looks like there’s quite a few tastier specials I’ll need to return to discover. We had a day of renting a cargo van and moving some furniture so this little morning adventure was a great spot to fuel up. 2 cups of that coffee got me zooming all morning! Fun spot.

The food was out of this world. This place transformed breakfast from ordinary to extraordinary. Homemade corned beef hash full of flavor, pumpkin cinnamon roll pancakes with crispy and soft texture and even the grits were actually stone ground and not pastey. We were so impressed. Also, the staff could have not been nicer, it was our first time there and we were made to feel like we were old friends.

Wow!!! If I could give this Restaurant 100 💯 Stars I absolutely would!! Me & my 3 friends looked up on Google a breakfast 🥞 spot to eat and Cyndia’s is truly the BEST restaurant I ever been to!! The wait was 45 minutes BUT let me tell you….it was worth the wait!!! Workers was super kind & friendly, atmosphere was to live for & food was delicious 😋 it truly hit the Spot!! And to top it off the guest that came into eat was extremely friendly & felt like you were with your family at a Reunion! We sung Christmas songs, Happy Birthday to sweet little boy & grown man! Family came in with matching pajamas and ask for their picture to be taken! It felt like we were in a Hallmark Movie 🎥 🥰Thank you Cyndia’s for your Wonderful Hospitality! I like that you were small & I pray 🙏🏽 you stay that way. We truly felt at home 🏡 May Father Yahweh bless you all & Merry Christmas 🎁🎄 and Happy New Year 🎊🎈🎆 Love 💗 Monica💗

So so so good. I got the Danielle sandwich with fries and aioli mayo, it was genuinely phenomenal. The food, prices and service were amazing. Definitely will be coming back. Has a very cute and cozy atmosphere.

This is a quaint little mom and pop shop that serves fresh homemade food! The people are awesome! The atmosphere is great! And the food is fantastic! I usually bring my 2yr old son here Saturday morning for breakfast and the staff is so helpful and attentive to both of us! My son always devours his breakfast whether he is having their delicious pancakes or the exceptional eggs/omelettes! He even likes the potatoes which he never eats at any other breakfast spot we try! If you visit enough, it starts to feel like walking into a relatives place for a family breakfast/lunch!

Ate brunch here for the first time and loved it! When I arrived it was super busy and I assumed I would have to wait a long time. Surprisingly my husband and I were seated almost immediately. Alyssa was our server and was excellent. My husband and I both ordered off the specials. I really loved the Alla Celina and my husband enjoyed the Flank Steak and Eggs. We shared a fluffy Belgian waffle as well. The food came out fast and prepared perfectly to our liking. We were impressed by how busy yet fast and efficient everything was. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to try more!

I don’t usually go out to eat by myself but today I decided I would, I was greeted and treated very well by Melissa. She recommended I try the waffle sliders and they were so delicious, perfect size and amount. I also got the cinnamon bun pancakes, TO. DIE. FOR! These things were so good, and Fluffy and warm and soft, I had an awesome cozy experience, thank you to everyone at Cyndias!

Nice place for breakfast in neighborhood. It’s usually packed on the weekends, but no matter what the food is always delicious. Waffles my favorite

Great quality breakfast and lunch. And a very friendly staff. We love coming during Christmas break, they decorate nicely. Always a good experience!

Ok so I moved to the area about a year ago, and my brother told me to try this place. It's close to my house. Never quite made it, the hours I work were crazy. Glad I finally did! I've only been there 2x so far, and they're always packed but man oh man worth it! You get a table fast though. I haven't had the breakfast stuff yet only lunch. But fresh and delicious! I want to eat everything on the menu! The wait staff is super nice, and the decor is pretty neat. It's like a cafe meets modern meets retro. You must try! It's only open till late afternoon, it's mostly a breakfast lunch spot. Must try!

Nowhere better in the area for brunch. The service is fantastic, the food is delicious, the coffee keeps getting poured (the best!!!), and it's extremely affordable. My wife and I go every single weekend and it's become our favorite weekly tradition.

This is 2nd time I have this complaint. Yesterday bill was $28.79. They charged $29...no change back again. I understand the penny issue (still unfair). But why not give a customer the 20 cents. Server said this was the policy. Where is the cutoff to round up? Last time cyndia wrote back there was a problem with their computers...guess this is just their policy going forward. Very disappointing. This has nothing to do with their food.

On the hunt for the best chicken n waffles and these did not disappoint!!!! The waffles and chicken were perfectly crispy. The specialty comfort syrup was a little too sweet for me so I preferred using the maple syrup Saturday around 1:30pm, I was able to find parking right in front of the restaurant and was seated as soon as I stepped in. I did prefer one of the tables in the corner and the waitress was nice enough to clean it for me since it was dirty. The food didn't take long to come out. Would definitely come back to try other items on the menu!

A pretty nice spot. Food was good and the service was great. Ordered to go, and the place had a small seating area to wait which is nice. Seems like a local spot and was pretty busy while I was there. I got the chicken Caesar wrap and a side of chicken noodle soup. Both were pretty on point. Will definitely be back for the wrap

Everything is good! I mean everything and this is the BEST Breakfast in NJ hands down!

Every time we eat at Cyndia's, we find the food is fresh & delicious. The staff members are polite and helpful

Loved the 3 egg omelette with mushrooms, spinach, and cheddar. Service was good. Busy when we went but good vibes with pop music from the 90s!

Friendly staff and decent food. Breakfasts options as well as sandwiches and burgers.

I've been coming here for about 10yrs or so, too many times to count and can't say that I've ever had a less than awesome meal/experience. The staff is great, the place is ALWAYS super clean and the food is always fresh and delicious! The bird (egg dish) has been my go to for years.

If you like the old classic Brooklyn Egg Cream. You can find it here at Cyndia's. Melissa makes an ass kicking Egg Cream

I went to a rummage sale in this area and was starving. I seen this place on yelp and it had good reviews. They didn't disappoint. The food and service were good. And very affordable. I'll definitely be back.

Stopped for brunch last week it was our first time there. Good food, cozy warm ambience and friendly service. Loved it!

Delicious food, friendly staff and a good variety of options offered. They even offer some gluten-free options.

Love, love love this place. The staff could not be nicer and always make you feel welcome. My husband and I drop in every once in a while on our way to and from NYC and have come to love their breakfasts and we always order a side of the cinnamon roll pancakes. The vibe is family style. Very local, very friendly.

Great breakfast/ lunch place. Good portions, reasonable prices & fantastic staff. It's a half-hour away, but we'll worth it.

Always on point! I've been coming here so long that I'm shocked I have never before left a review. Cyndia's is an absolute hidden gem. Tucked in a store front along Union Blvd you could easily drive by without realizing all your missing. This place has one of the best staff's that I have ever encountered and some great food. Personally I think that their corned beef is one of the best around. My kids love their ricotta pancakes and my wife usually tries specials and is never disappointed. It's just a winning combo with great people, great food and a very family friendly atmosphere. If you haven't been here, you are missing out!

Amazing breakfast spot. I went on a long weekend and there was about a 45 minute wait, but it was so worth it! Do not miss the pumpkin pancakes they have on special for the fall. Surprisingly light with a delicious sweet cream cheese drizzle. Pair it with a side of bacon for a little salty and sweet combo. Excellent service and such a fun vibe inside! Will definitely be back!

Second time there today and again a great experience/food. Our server Melissa was great and oh so funny ! Will definitely be coming back for breakfast and lunch. 10/10 !!!

Cyndia's is the BOMB! The food is great AND reasonable. But most importantly, the staff are all angels! The decor is normally cheerful, but they pull out all the stops for the holidays! (See photos.) I always walk out with a smile on my face... despite sometimes being a grumpy foodie. :)

Omg definitely a hidden gem that I wish I had found sooner! I came here for brunch and loved their regular & specialty items. We got 3 of the speciality choices... the breakfast tacos, Disco Benny, and a po boy sandwich to go. The breakfast tacos were sooo flavorful & filling. I loved every bite. The disco Benny was also delicious, although the gravy which I expected to have a stronger flavor was slightly bland. We could've passed on the po boy, it was not as flavorful as we expected, the description sounded a lot better than the sandwich that we got, but the portion size was huge. I also got a fresh squeezed orange juice which was delicious and refreshing, highly recommend! The staff here were very friendly and the restaurant had a very homey vibe to it which I loved. Prices were also affordable for the quality food that we got! I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu!

It was ok. Thought they had a couple different types of pancakes. I wanted pumpkin. My daughter had cinnamon pancakes. She loved them. Small place had to wait a bit.

Everything about this place is great. This is a legendary restaurant.,the vibe is great, the prices are better and the food cannot be beat. Bravo 10 out of 10!!!!!

A true hidden gem! Everything was exceptional from the service to the food! Melissa was an absolute pleasure & was so helpful with menu suggestions! I would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for quality food & service!

What great service! The server suggested ricotta pancakes which were delectable, so light and tender. My friend had the bruschetta Avacado toast which was delightfully fresh and sweet. The coffee was freshly brewed and nice and hot. A cute restaurant, just a bit loud but happy staff and happier patrons.

My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this place! We were heading back to the city after attending a wedding in NJ and stopped for a quick breakfast date - the food was great and the staff were SO personable and welcoming! We felt like regulars even though we were just passing through. We are definitely planning to be repeat customers!

To put it simply, breakfast here is to die for. Top-notch quality food, amazing service, and extremely affordable pricing? It doesn't get much better than that. I wish I lived closer... but it's absolutely worth the 30+ minute drive I would make in the mornings just to have breakfast here. This place is packed on weekends and if you're coming after 9am, expect a long wait. Service is fairly quick and tables do open up relatively fast, but given how popular this place is, there will be loads of people ahead of you. It's absolutely worth the wait though. In my case, I would actually opt to come during the week to avoid dealing with the wait. Let's get to the food. The best thing on the menu is the Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. I don't know what they do to them, but I can't resist getting them every time I come. During Halloween, they also have a Pumpkin Pancake Special which I highly recommend if you're lucky enough to be there on a day it's offered. I've also tried several of their egg based dishes, sandwiches, even some non-conventional specials like fried rice. Nearly everything I've had has been fantastic. If you're coming for the first time and can't make up your mind on what to try, go with the breakfast plate combo to sample everything and get the best bang for your buck. Service is fantastic too, the waitresses are the sweetest and most pleasant to be around. Huge shout-out to Danielle who always makes the trip worth it. Definitely one of if not the best breakfast spot in NJ. Even if it's a haul to drive over, it's absolutely worth trying!

If you want a small town, a tight community type vibe, this is the place. Another plus the food was really good and alone is worth going back. Fun little thing that I never experienced before in a restaurant is they actually sing the og happy birthday song

The ambiance is warm, welcoming, and beautiful. perfect for everything from a casual brunch to a special night out. The attention to detail in the decor truly sets the mood for an unforgettable dining experience. The service was top-tier. Our server was friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we enjoyed every aspect of our meal. The staff as a whole moved with such professionalism and warmth that it felt like we were being welcomed into someone's home. Now, let's talk about the food--absolutely phenomenal! Every dish was bursting with flavor and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From appetizers to dessert, everything was cooked to perfection. The menu offers something for everyone, and each plate is presented beautifully. Cyndia's isn't just a place to eat, it's a full experience!Whether you're local or just passing through Totowa, do yourself a favor and make a reservation. You won't regret it! Can't forget, they're also BYOB!!!

Wait was incredible, insider tip you can add yourself to the wait-list through their website / YELP. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was decorated for the holiday season, but unfortunately the food was just average for the wait and glowing reviews. We ordered the ricotta pancakes, French toast, and Ruben sandwich.

Popped into Cyndia's with a few family members who RARELY stray away from their local diner. After a bit of huffing and puffing we made our way to Cyndia's - to avoid additional stress while on the way there I joined the Yelp waitlist. When we arrived, there was only a short wait left until we were seated. For those of you with a sweet tooth their breakfast menu is limited, BUT if you love a cinnamon roll I would highly recommend coming here to try their cinnamon roll pancakes. IT'S SO GOOD. For those of you who like a savory breakfast your options are plentiful. My few folks from my family really enjoyed the French toast, the Mick Benny, and the early bird special. The staff here are extremely friendly and keep the place quite clean. We will def. be back!

This is my second review. Fabulous place for breakfast brunch or lunch!! The best! Everything is fresh and the girls who work there are the nicest people ever. You feel like home and your grandma is cooking except she never cooked this good!

Great breakfast place! I enjoyed everything about it. I went during a not so busy time. The staff is super friendly.

The very best breakfast spot in New Jersey. The best service. The best food. Period

Cyndia's is a great place for Breakfast or Lunch (or both)!! The food is fresh and well prepared, the service is super friendly and the ambiance is terrific (and celebrates the seasons!) I went here for breakfast by accident... what an unbelievable find!! One other thing to remember, ask for a biscotti, they are great!!

Small cafe with outdoor and counter seating. Always busy so get there early. Food is phenomenal, never had a bad thing from here. Their specials are always great!

Cyndia's is a hidden gem! Everything I've ever tried there is delicious. The service is always great, friendly and accommodating. The owner is always walking around making sure the customers are happy. It's in the smaller side so you may have to wait a little but it's worth waiting for!

I found this place on YELP...was meeting my cousin for breakfast and was looking for a half-way point. Anyway, I picked Cyndia's and could not have made a better selection! As soon as you walk in, you feel welcomed. The waitresses were wonderful - super friendly and very professional. The food was OUTSTANDING and my cousin said the coffee was delicious! She had ricotta pancakes and I had the yummiest French Toast EVER! We sat for almost 90 minutes with no one rushing us. It was great on every level. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

It's like the "Cheer's Bar" of breakfast spots. The food is great and the staff make you feel as if you've been going there for years. Definitely my Go-To for breakfast spots.

Stopped by this local spot for brunch. Hubby ordered the eggs royale which he enjoyed. He wasn't fond of the home fries. He said they were soggy and a bit too salty. He also had their freshly squeezed OJ which is was so good he ordered a second. Our son had the silver dollar pancakes with sausage. He enjoyed both. I made my own plate with French toast, over easy eggs, sausage and a side of home fries. I also had their vanilla iced coffee. I was not crazy about the French toast. I like French toast made with brioche bread and this definitely wasn't. Sausage was delicious. Eggs were good and I mixed in some home fries which I also thought were good but they were soggy before I even mixed them in. I did not like the iced coffee. It had a weird diety or low sugar taste that I don't like. Hostess was nice and so was the waitress. It was a busy Sunday brunch time so we did have to wait a little longer for our food.

Fantastic! Really cute inside too. I had the ricotta pancakes they were served w the most delicious jam, light & delicious. Can't wait to go back

great food and great help. staff are really outgoing and fun. i say try it you'll like it.

During a quick stop by Jersey, my partner and I were looking for a local place eat breakfast and Yelp suggested Cyndia's. I am glad we found this gem in such a beautiful town. Food was amazing and the service and hospitality by our waitress, Lissa, and Cynthia, the owner, was absolutely the best. If you're looking for a place that is family-friendly, peaceful and with excellent service, please do yourself a favor and visit Cyndia's. I can't wait to return!

The food was excellent and the staff was very friendly. The Christmas decor was a nice touch and was perfect for a Sunday brunch.

Great spot for brunch! I highly recommend joining the waitlist (you can do this right through Yelp) to minimize your wait time. I came here with a friend on a Saturday morning and it was packed, so we were grateful to have joined it. The food was so good! We started with the breakfast empanadas (one of their specials). They were cooked perfectly and topped with everything bagel seasoning... definitely order if you see them on the menu. I ordered the eggs royale (eggs Benedict with smoked salmon) - all the elements from the hollandaise sauce to the accompanying breakfast potatoes were on point. Service was friendly and even though they were busy, we didn't wait long at all for our food. I'll definitely be back!

Love this place. We drive from Nutley because we enjoy the breakfast so much. Food is always delicious and staff is super nice!

The food was phenomenal as always. Service could have been better. I asked for ice and it took 3 different people to get ice. The chairs are not comfortable to sit for a long time.

The prices for the entrees were some of the best I've seen in a long time! I ordered the Gabriella sandwich. The food was very tasty and everyone seemed to enjoy their meal. The service was a little slow but it was very busy and they did a good job to try to accommodate everyone.