Al's Airport Inn Bar & Grill

Al’s Airport Inn isn’t trying to be trendy — it doesn’t have to. It’s a classic Jersey dive bar, the kind that’s been around forever and earned every scuff on its bar top. The crowd’s a mix of regulars, airport workers, and locals who know exactly what’s up. Service is usually solid, depending on how packed it gets — but even when they’re slammed, the staff keeps it friendly and fast enough to make you stay for another round.

They’ll tell you their chicken wings have won awards, and honestly, they’re not lying. These things are spectacular — crispy skin, juicy inside, perfectly sauced. But the real gem of Al’s isn’t just the wings. It’s what they’re coated in: Al’s Secret Sauce.

It’s hard to pin down what’s in it — maybe garlic, maybe some tangy magic that doesn’t exist anywhere else. Whatever it is, it’s the kind of sauce that makes you want to dip everything in it. Luckily, you can — they’ll drizzle it on a pork roll and cheese sandwich, burgers, or anything you ask for. It’s the kind of flavor that deserves to be bottled and sold nationwide.

Al’s might be tucked next to a small airport, but the place soars. It’s old-school, unpretentious, and always worth the 20-minute drive — if not for the wings, then for that mysterious, addictive sauce that makes you believe in barroom magic.

We went to Al’s tonight and had a wonderful experience! We ordered the chili nachos, cheesesteak tacos, and a turkey club with pork roll — everything was delicious. The Texas toast was a great touch, and the Old Bay fries with cheese were the perfect comfort food.

Jessica, the live musician, was one of the best we’ve heard here — truly talented and set a great vibe for the night. Bella, our waitress, was an absolute gem: friendly, quick, and gave great recommendations.

We love coming to Al’s — the food is always solid, the service is excellent, and we really appreciate their Teacher Tuesdays and the recognition they give to educators.

We’ll definitely keep coming back. Thank you, Bella!

Located in an old house at the end of the runway of Trenton airport sits this gem of a dive bar! Great vibe, great people, great service, good beer, and tasty food! What more could you ask for. The signature wings were great. Fried to perfection with a sweet hot sauce! The corn bites were great as well, although a dipping sauce from like street corn may take it to another level! They serve it with sour cream. Great thick burgers and tasty porkroll! Good pub grub menu. They don't have draft beer, but a good selection of bottles and cans. Fun, friendly bartenders!

This is a solid case of don't judge a book by its cover. I highly recommend this place if you like an old school atmosphere with great friendly down to earth staff and really good food. Worth the visit and we will be back for sure. The bar is very well stocked and live music was a nice touch, but not over powering. Service was fast. Plus they have a Facebook counter on the wall which will update live!