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The White Mana, located at 470 Tonnele Ave., Jersey City is a historical landmark, as well as the first Manna (THE ORIGINAL!) to open, and was the 1939 World’s Fair building. When originally introduced, it was called the diner of the future and an Introduction to Fast Food. According to the present owner, Mario Costa, Jr., the difference in spelling was the result of an error when the sign was serviced.
Enduring spot slinging burgers & other diner fare in a building dating back to NY World’s Fair.
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Address: 470 Tonnelle Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Phone: (201) 963-1441
Website: http://www.whitemanadiner.com/
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“THE ORIGINAL” White Mana Diner from the 1939 Worlds Fair @ringsidejc OPEN Mon – Sun 8 am – 11 pm. Trying THE OLD BURGER RESTAURANTS in NEW JERSEY !
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White Mana owner Mario Costa managed Mike Tyson, takes care of his racing pigeons, and is the unofficial mayor of a corner of Jersey City.
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Details ; . 94% recommend (638 Reviews) ; . Open now ; . 470 Tonnele Ave, Jersey City, NJ, United States, 07307 …
Reviews
Steve Smith
I have heard about this place for well over a decade and finally was in the area with time to stop. The lore of this place had me hyped up but I left disappointed.
The inside was pretty rad, if you’re into nostalgic places, which I am, then I highly recommend it. Looks like they haven’t change a thing in the interior on 50 years. In a cool way.
The staff was nice enough and took less than 5 minutes to get my food. On the major plus side it was priced well. It was $10 with tax for 3 cheeseburger sliders with a drink and fries. Then amount of fries was generous, too.
However, the burgers left something to be desired. The fries and burgers reminded me of McDonald’s sadly. A completely forgettable meal taste wise, which was frustrating after seeing so many good things about it, especially from the late Anthony Bourdain.
I would go again to see if perhaps it was just a bad day for them or something and give them another shot but this meal was more of a 6/10.
There are simply many other burger options that are better. Here’s hoping I have a better experience next time I visit.
I wanted to like it.
… moreThe inside was pretty rad, if you’re into nostalgic places, which I am, then I highly recommend it. Looks like they haven’t change a thing in the interior on 50 years. In a cool way.
The staff was nice enough and took less than 5 minutes to get my food. On the major plus side it was priced well. It was $10 with tax for 3 cheeseburger sliders with a drink and fries. Then amount of fries was generous, too.
However, the burgers left something to be desired. The fries and burgers reminded me of McDonald’s sadly. A completely forgettable meal taste wise, which was frustrating after seeing so many good things about it, especially from the late Anthony Bourdain.
I would go again to see if perhaps it was just a bad day for them or something and give them another shot but this meal was more of a 6/10.
There are simply many other burger options that are better. Here’s hoping I have a better experience next time I visit.
I wanted to like it.
Alex Mason
It’s about 6 minutes from journal square and the service there is excellent. The food is good and at a great price. The cheese burgers were $1.64 each, however the Hackensack location is better as they use the Martins Potato Buns and the jersey city location doesn’t and it makes a big difference but the fries here were better and there is more space to sit and dine in. Overall I’d give it a 4/5 a good spot with great prices and awesome service but I’d recommend the Hackensack location.
… moreBrad Hayes
Im soooo disapointed, i had such high hopes and was looking forward to my first time experience. To start and be fair we took our food to go, so was not consumed on site.
Staff great, atmosphere great, cleanliness great, price point good, quality good.
Arriving at our destination, we re heated the food.
First thing we noticed the burgers were smooshed flat as a board, Is this a “thing”? They werent quite perfectly flat, maybe next time we can take them out in the parking lot and run them over a few times to see if we can get them flatter?
The beef way too overcooked, hard as gravel, bland flavorless, i did see onions added? Could not taste them. The rolls flavorless.
Was never offered pickles.
The fries were raw, and squishy. I was told by my co-worker, the chicken sandwiches were “disposed” of.
The most dissapointing aspect of our meal?? Dumping the bag of take out on my counter….
Chinese Food Hot Sauce packets. Come on now? Really?? Not even a cayenne or red pepper flake hot sauce? Were these chinese hot sauce packets left over from some employees lunch? Have i been re-sauced??
(Sigh…… smh) Would i try again? Sure.
Eat-in only, requesting extra crispy fries. Real hot sauce, and not flat hamburgers.
The 11pm closing time is convenient, lots of parking and easy access. The location, atmosphere and people make it fun
… moreStaff great, atmosphere great, cleanliness great, price point good, quality good.
Arriving at our destination, we re heated the food.
First thing we noticed the burgers were smooshed flat as a board, Is this a “thing”? They werent quite perfectly flat, maybe next time we can take them out in the parking lot and run them over a few times to see if we can get them flatter?
The beef way too overcooked, hard as gravel, bland flavorless, i did see onions added? Could not taste them. The rolls flavorless.
Was never offered pickles.
The fries were raw, and squishy. I was told by my co-worker, the chicken sandwiches were “disposed” of.
The most dissapointing aspect of our meal?? Dumping the bag of take out on my counter….
Chinese Food Hot Sauce packets. Come on now? Really?? Not even a cayenne or red pepper flake hot sauce? Were these chinese hot sauce packets left over from some employees lunch? Have i been re-sauced??
(Sigh…… smh) Would i try again? Sure.
Eat-in only, requesting extra crispy fries. Real hot sauce, and not flat hamburgers.
The 11pm closing time is convenient, lots of parking and easy access. The location, atmosphere and people make it fun
Esteban Andrés Pava Vega
Cozy place, old school diner look, the burgers are awesome, simple but delicious recipe. Good price for the product
… moreAda Kiugo
White Mana Diner in Jersey City is a beloved, no-frills institution that has been serving up classic diner fare for decades. Known for its old-school charm, this small, retro-style diner has earned a loyal following, especially for its famous slider burgers. The burgers are bite-sized but packed with flavor—juicy, perfectly seasoned, and served with a soft, lightly toasted bun.
The french fries are crispy and golden, a great side to accompany the burgers, and the milkshakes are thick and creamy, providing a nostalgic treat. The menu offers classic diner options like breakfast plates, club sandwiches, and omelettes, all prepared simply but well.
The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious, with a counter-style setup where you can enjoy your meal while chatting with friendly staff or other patrons. It’s a bit of a dive, but that’s part of its charm—there’s no pretension, just good, honest comfort food.
Service is fast and friendly, making it perfect for a quick bite or a low-key meal. While the diner is cash-only, it’s well worth a visit for those in the area or anyone looking for a taste of Jersey City’s diner history. The affordable prices and classic comfort food make White Mana a local gem for a nostalgic, satisfying meal.
… moreThe french fries are crispy and golden, a great side to accompany the burgers, and the milkshakes are thick and creamy, providing a nostalgic treat. The menu offers classic diner options like breakfast plates, club sandwiches, and omelettes, all prepared simply but well.
The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious, with a counter-style setup where you can enjoy your meal while chatting with friendly staff or other patrons. It’s a bit of a dive, but that’s part of its charm—there’s no pretension, just good, honest comfort food.
Service is fast and friendly, making it perfect for a quick bite or a low-key meal. While the diner is cash-only, it’s well worth a visit for those in the area or anyone looking for a taste of Jersey City’s diner history. The affordable prices and classic comfort food make White Mana a local gem for a nostalgic, satisfying meal.
Lad Bell
After passing this historic place since living in NJ my entire life, I finally stopped in for lunch. Ordered 4 sliders with cheese and shoe string fries. The food was horrible to say the least. Burger rolls were brittle and did not taste fresh. Super thin sliders had zero flavor and were disappointing. Fries had an obvious taste of old oil. Inside was dirty and uninviting. 4 cheese sliders, fries and a medium drink $12. Other than having a significant historical background, this long awaited visit was extremely disappointing.
… moreLuis Diaz
Old school diner vibes are strong here and I love it. For just $10 you can get 3 burgers, fries and a drink. Incredible value and they’re dangerously delicious. Definitely going to try breakfast here!
… moreTetoro Shigaya
Very delicious food i bought 1 then 3 more burgers. I’ve never been here before, so when I first went here I was amazed by both the inside and how it was nice and old. The guys that cook and take orders were very nice, I enjoyed taking to them when I was ordering the 2 batch of burgers.
… moreJason Tu
Having heard a lot of hype behind this place, I went with my family on a Saturday night to have some dinner here. Walked in at around 7 PM and it was empty, but after we ordered stuff and ate, people started trickling in and eventually the place was decently full.
The service was very hospitable. The worker there was a very friendly man and the exchange we had while ordering was very nice. We ended up ordering the two of the specials of 3 cheeseburger sliders, fries, and a drink for $10 which was a pretty good deal. We also got a cheesesteak, which we expected to be a sub but ended up being a sandwich instead.
The food was phenomenal. The burgers were juicy and full of flavor, I ended up eating them pretty quickly. They were so good, I ended up ordering a quarter pounder to try it and it tasted just as good. The fries were nice as well, I don’t really expect much out of fries if I’m being honest but these were crispy. The cheesesteak sandwich we got was also very delicious.
As for the atmosphere, it definitely feels like a time capsule of the 30s ( if that makes sense ). Very homely vibe, feels like a place you can just pop in very quick then pop out satisfied. Overall really happy with my experience here.
… moreThe service was very hospitable. The worker there was a very friendly man and the exchange we had while ordering was very nice. We ended up ordering the two of the specials of 3 cheeseburger sliders, fries, and a drink for $10 which was a pretty good deal. We also got a cheesesteak, which we expected to be a sub but ended up being a sandwich instead.
The food was phenomenal. The burgers were juicy and full of flavor, I ended up eating them pretty quickly. They were so good, I ended up ordering a quarter pounder to try it and it tasted just as good. The fries were nice as well, I don’t really expect much out of fries if I’m being honest but these were crispy. The cheesesteak sandwich we got was also very delicious.
As for the atmosphere, it definitely feels like a time capsule of the 30s ( if that makes sense ). Very homely vibe, feels like a place you can just pop in very quick then pop out satisfied. Overall really happy with my experience here.
Elijah Johnson
White Mana Diner is a real gem on Tonnelle Avenue — the kind of spot that reminds you why classic diners never go out of style. The building itself, with its vintage architecture, instantly gives off a nostalgic charm. Inside, it’s cozy and welcoming, and the staff make you feel right at home. The burgers are simple but satisfying, cooked fresh right in front of you, and at around $10 for a full meal, it’s an unbeatable deal these days. While the patties could’ve been a bit more well-done, the quick service, great prices, and authentic old-school atmosphere make it a place I’ll definitely be stopping by again.
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