New York Luncheonette

Old-school New York City diner in Midtown. After 36 hr fasting for a medical procedure, I needed someplace nearby for a good breakfast and this fit the bill. The omelette wasn’t the best I’ve ever had but since I was starving, it tasted delicious, home fries were good and the bagel with cream cheese cheese was tasty. Typical New York City diner style service from a hard-working crew looking to do their best. I will say that an ordinary egg breakfast for two coming out to $50+ (including tip) was a little bit eye popping but this is the heart of Midtown Manhattan so it is what it is. Can’t say that I would definitely recommend it unless you are at a hotel in the area and you need something convenient.

Everybody loves a good diner, this is not a good diner. My single, standard waffle in the "lumberjack breakfast" was half cooked. The Ham with my meal was two slices of deli ham, warmed up. The menu says that you can get up to three refills of your 6 oz cup of coffee for $3. I got one cup of coffee and the promise for some more which was quickly forgotten. There are so many tables and chairs crammed into this small space that I'm surprised the fire marshal hasn't put them on notice yet. They started busting the table while we were still sitting there, hustling us out the door.

My buddy and I were strolling around looking for a reasonable restaurant to sit down in that wasn’t named Starbucks. We found it. Service was perfect. Never felt rushed but never felt ignored. Prices were what you expect for two breakfast plates, even though I have to imagine their rent in midtown must be sky high. The people working in the restaurant were very nice. A man even came outside looking for me because I forgot 45 cents on the counter. All told a VERY enjoyable experience. A place to sit and talk and take your time. In midtown. During the lunch rush. ????