Another 100% hype worthy restaurant. Yes the pancakes are legit and absolutely the best including the blueberries and the maple butter. Great Brooklyn coffee too. Biscuit sandwich was solid but was less a fan of the tomato jam. It was good but just didn't seem to fit with the sandwich? read more

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Came for the specialty pancakes for Clinton Street's anniversary celebration. The pancakes are always great. The fresh whipped cream was thick and drool worthy. I loved the oat crumble on top as well as the cherry sauce on the plate. As for the cherries themselves I wasn't thrilled because they were frozen... killed the vibe. Service was rather slow which made sense as the meal went on and they were packed. But the start of the meal had a lot of empty tables so not sure why it was packed. The Bellini was fine, not memorable. And the chicken wings were crispy. They allowed us to put the sauce on the side which was good for myself and a friend who don't do spice. My friends ordered sodas which didn't come till after the apps were done. One friend complained the side of fried chicken was "hard." Lastly one friend got sweet potato fries with chipotle mayo. But by the time they brought the sauce out her fries were mostly all gone. I love Clinton street so I am hoping next time is a little more consistent. read more

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It was packed when we arrived-but we got seated in 5 minutes at the bar. We had two Americanos, a blueberry mimosa, blueberry pancakes, a southern breakfast with eggs, cheese grits, bacon , fried chicken also. The food was very good, fresh and tasty. The only thing that I didn't like was the syrup, which wasn't traditional syrup. The bacon was delicious and the cheese grits were good too. The atmosphere was busy, festive with young tourists and professionals. I recommend that food folks. read more

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Absolutely loved the blueberry pancakes! Some of my all-time favorites! With that said, I, personally, would prefer regular maple syrup as opposed to the maple butter. Still great, though! The place is very cute. I was surprised at how small it was, so I now understand why so many people say it can be quite difficult to get a reservation. I was a walk-in around 9:00am on a Monday morning and had the choice of the bar or a table to myself. By the time I left, though, it was packed. read more

Clinton St. Baking - Blueberry Pancakes and Chicken-Apple Sausage - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

YUM! Been waiting to try this place and it was worth it. Salmon Benedict was perfect- latkes were crispy and soft in the middle, egg was jammy, loved the hollandaise and the salmon roe. The pancakes were so fluffy and the blueberry compote was tart and sweet. The maple butter is addicting! read more

Clinton St. Baking - Smoked Salmon Benedict, Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, Farmer's Plate - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

What a cute breakfast spot! With being smack in the middle of the hustle and bustle of nyc, you'd think this small spot would be chaotic. It's not! They only take walk ins and the hostess was so sweet and organized. It was a 45 min wait which wasn't bad because there's a lot to see in the area. You get a text with a 10 min window to return. Service is very quick and food was exactly what we needed to hit the spot! We ordered coffees, mimosas, Farmers Plate ($19), and Chicken & Waffles ($19). Everything was so fresh and delicious. Unfortunately we didn't have room for the famous pancakes so we will for sure be back soon. read more

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Finally made it to Clinton St. Upon approaching the building I noticed quite a few people standing outside waiting. I was alone and when I went inside to add myself to the list, I was happy to learn there were seats at the bar. I had a seat and reviewed the menu. I decided on a mocha latte and the chocolate chunk pancakes. The latte was perfect. The pancakes were really moist and filling. The syrup was really sweet so I only used it sparingly. Can't wait to go back and have the Benedict which I heard was excellent. read more

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Went to Clinton Street Baking Company for brunch today around 1:30pm with my husband. We checked in just a few minutes late, but weren't seated until about 1:55-2:00, which felt like a long wait given the circumstances. We were really excited to try this place as NYC natives. My husband ordered the spinach and cheese omelette (subbed fries for home fries) with a side of fried chicken, and I ordered the banana walnut pancakes. Unfortunately, my pancakes arrived with a long black hair sitting right on top (I'm blonde, so it clearly wasn't mine). When I pointed it out, the waitress said she would remake it but didn't apologize at all, which was disappointing and honestly off-putting. To make matters worse, at the end of the meal we asked to purchase the hot sauce we enjoyed. It was handed to us in a plain white paper bag, and when we checked it later at home, it wasn't even sealed--it was clearly an already opened, partially used bottle from the kitchen. Selling an unsealed, used product for $12 is unacceptable and pretty gross. It also looked nothing like what's shown online. Overall, a really disappointing experience from a place we had high hopes for. There also doesn't seem to be an easy way to contact management directly, which adds to the frustration. read more

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Clinton St. Baking does not live up to the hype. I was drawn to this restaurant by its social media popularity and the allure of its famed pancakes. During my visit, however, I found that the food was not worth the hassle. Securing a brunch reservation at Clinton St. is no easy feat. You must book in advance, and still, a reservation does not guarantee immediate seating. My group arrived to chaos: hoards of singles, pairs, and groups alike crowded at the restaurant's entrance, hoping to snag a table. I had to squeeze through the mass to speak to the host, and even then, I had to wait to get seated for my party. As I said, the food was not worth the hassle. They arrived in meager portions, and the pancake itself, the coveted item that was the sole reason for my coming here, was nothing special. Forgettable, even. I couldn't tell you what it tasted like if you asked me now. Friends, there are so many better places to dine for brunch. If you want to try your luck at securing a table here, go ahead. But as for me? I'm going elsewhere. read more

Clinton St. Baking - Pancakes + grits, eggs, bacon, and deep-fried tomatoes. - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Finally tried Clinton St. Baking Company on the Lower East Side and it fully lived up to the hype.!! The line was long so we did takeout, but the staff were super friendly and efficient, which made the wait way more tolerable. The location itself is such a classic, cozy LES spot. The blueberry pancakes with maple butter were unreal. Insanely fluffy, light, and melt in your mouth, like literal clouds. The maple butter was rich and sweet and honestly didn't even need syrup. My friend got the chicken and waffles and loved it, so I added the fried chicken on the side. Perfectly crispy, juicy, and well seasoned with great flavor. Long line, great food, friendly staff. Totally worth it and I'd definitely go back. read more

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I love coming here when they are doing their pancake special and they offer a different pancake every few days. There were the berry pancakes and they were delicious between the berries and the lemon curd, no syrup needed! I love the vibe of the place. It definitely is nice dinner vibes . The service is great and the staff is very kind even though it's always so busy. My recommendation is to get there as early as you possibly can for their dinner service and to make a reservation. It gets packed really quickly regardless of the day of the week read more

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The pros of going somewhere solo especially in New York... being able to go almost anywhere and be seated in under 10mins. Clinton St bakery had been on my phantom list for a while and since it wasn't too far from my hotel I decided to check it out. It was a Wednesday morning and it was packed but luckily I was seated in a few minutes at the bar. It definitely has the crazy diner vibe just from looking at all the retro displays and orientation of the space. Kudos to the one lady who was making drinks, taking orders and also taking care of the bills. She did a great job getting me in and out of the restaurant though I did have to flag her a few times but she was doing so many things. I came here for the pancakes and they were pretty good. I got the blueberry pancakes and they came with a caramel syrup which I would have preferred the normal one or maple. The pancake didn't have much flavor to itself but once the sauce was there we were getting somewhere... All their menu items are big so you will likely be stuffed from the entree. I got the pancakes, an orange juice and a bowl of fruit and it came to about $50 with tip... man do I miss them yen pricing lol. $$ Food 6 Atmosphere 6 Service 7 read more

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Got here, saw people eating outside from their takeout but no line for the restaurant. Walked in and saw people waiting but not a lot of people. Was greeted by the hostess and we were told it was a two and a half hour wait. Due to having plans, we couldn't wait. The inside was roomier than I thought. It's an open space with a bar. We ordered at the take out window located outside. Prior to placing the order, we asked how long and were told 15 mins. We ordered the pancakes (plain), buttermilk biscuit sandwich and chicken and waffles. We got to our next destination and ate it. I was so excited about the pancakes however I was disappointed. I didn't like them. I waited to but they were dry. The taste resembled a biscuit flavor. I ate two bites and put them aside and said I would eat them later. That didn't happen, I ended up trashing them. 2 out of 10 The biscuit sandwich - I enjoyed everything except the biscuit. The biscuit was dry as well. 5 out of 10. Chicken and waffles - chicken had a lot of breading and the waffles were great. 7 out of 10. It doesn't live up to the Instagram hype. read more

This place has been on my list for at least 17 years and so glad I was finally able to try and not have to wait for a seat. I went solo and sat at the counter tops. Ordered the classic pancakes and was so good. Fluffy and soft with a touch of crispness from the edges, topped with plenty of blueberry jam. The butter was the best part honestly. Overall, a great try. I don't know if I would wait past an hour for this but it's such a staple of nyc! read more

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Omg! YES. It is so good. This place absolutely lives up to the hype. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and you can tell right away why this place is so loved. I ordered the pancakes with their famous maple syrup and blueberry compote on top, and they were unreal. The pancakes were perfectly fluffy, rich without being heavy, and soaked up that syrup beautifully. The blueberry compote added just the right amount of sweetness and tartness, making every bite better than the last. Highly recommend. read more

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YOU NEED A RESERVATION! Thank god my friend made one - otherwise it was a 3+ hour wait on a Sunday. It was such a great spot for visiting and the food was unreal! I got the avocado eggs Benny special and also had to share some pancakes as well. Such a good spot and great food - no wonder it is so popular! read more

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Great food, mediocre service. I've been wanting to check out this spot for years, especially around 2014 when it was really hyped, but never got around to it. The reservations fly but since I was off on a week day we snagged a reservation for 1:30pm! We came on time and still had to wait like 15 minutes...and we couldn't really sit anywhere since it was so packed. There was even a line for the bathroom because it's only 1 person each. The bathroom was huge which is insane because the place is so small. The tables are basically right next to eachother and you're hearing the next groups conversation. We were finally seated and I felt weird being so close to a group so once I saw people from the table more separated leave I asked to sit there instead. They had no issue. We waited a while just for the waitress to greet us and that wait time continued the whole time there. There was a point we put in our food order before multiple tables even sat down and we hadn't gotten our food yet so I had to say something. It was pretty ridiculous. For drinks I had the Market Bellini and my gf had the Spiked Apple Cider. I was shocked they had cocktails and they were delicious. For our food we ordered the pancakes with blueberries, chicken and waffles, and a side of eggs and bacon. We just shared everything. The pancakes were SO GOOD. The fried chicken was also so delicious and flavorful. The syrup had a particular taste that I enjoyed a lot. The food was solid and I understand why people flock to get the pancakes but we spent almost 3 hours there! I'm not sure if I'd be back but it was a delicious meal. read more

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Pancakes galore!!!! I came here because I saw it was their pancake month and thought I must try! I had the speciality Maple Bourbon Pecan Pancakes and they were delicious and honestly you can share a stack with a friend because they are fluffy and filling. I didn't need to add the syrup as they were already sweet. The fried tomatoes are also tasty along with the sauce it comes with. The egg and cheddar were also great. Service was good however it did take over 45 min to get the food ... however it was explained it was due to the pancakes... very busy spot though so def suggest making reservations. read more

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I had to delete my review from 2010, it's no longer relevant in 2025. Back in the day, I'd be the first one on line with my kids to have Pancakes with wild blueberries from Maine. Now there are so many seating options, from Resy reservations to the Timeout Market with no line. This Clinton Street Baking Company location is quintessential New York City. It is a larger dining space from the original location. Now a corner spot with beautiful windows allows the space to be filled with picturesque city views, you can see the pulse of the Lower East Side while sipping on Mimosas. I brought my wife for breakfast with her list of things she doesn't eat: Pancakes, French Toast and eggs. When she ordered Potato Pancakes with salmon? She said her world view changed. Yes, it's just that good and there are so many choices for everyone. All menu items are fresh and perfectly cooked, I have never had an off meal in 15+ years. Clinton Street Baking Company has a proprietary Pancake Batter and I am telling you, this is the reason why people are waiting outside in the freezing cold. Now add the sugar cured bacon and warm maple syrup?? Be still my heart.. I always say the next time I'm ordering French Toast! But its the allure of the Wild Blueberries and warm pancakes that keeps me coming back. Mmm.. Its good to come here you see there's a small wait line. If the wait is over 45 minutes, just pass and try another day. It's so worth it. read more

Went here for breakfast. It was a nice small intimate location. Staff bread very friendly and attentive. The food was even better. No complaints whatsoever. Even ordered lunch to go. That's maple butter was to do for. Unexplainable... only thing I could say is you have to try IIt for yourself. The grits and cheese. OMG. They were so Rick and creamy. Tastes like some body grandma from down south made those. The chicken and apple sausage taste homemade. Didn't think I would like them, but fell in love with them. Just get yourself out there and try for yourself. read more

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This place is so busy. The only reservation I could get was 8:30 PM on Saturday night. Of course I had to try their pancakes with a warm maple butter. The pancakes are soft and fluffy, and the blueberry compote was the perfect consistency. My friend had the chicken and waffles and she said that the chicken was seasoned very well and the waffles were pretty good. I also ordered a side of macaroni and cheese and I have a nice crispy top and a very creamy cheese sauce. I can see what all the hype is about. I'll definitely add this to my places to go list next time. I'm in New York. read more

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Went to Clinton St. Baking for the first time and made a 9:30am reservation on Resy for a Monday. We ended up in the area around 8:20am (they open at 8:30) and got lucky--only about 10 people in front of us, so we were seated right away. Honestly, it didn't really seem to matter that we had a reservation. We tried the famous blueberry pancakes, and honestly, they were just okay to us. Based on all the hype, I expected something truly amazing and unique. Don't get me wrong--they were good--but not something I'd wait in a long line for again. We also tried a biscuit with their homemade jam. The jam was great, but the biscuit itself was dry and really just served as a vehicle for the jam. Wouldn't get that again. That said, the service was nice and the restaurant was clean and comfortable, which made for a pleasant experience overall. It was nice to finally try it, but for us, the hype outweighed the experience. read more

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I've had many pancakes in my life. Clinton St Baking Co has been on my try list for so many years, and I finally got to try last November. I would say their pancakes are pretty much perfection. They have this slight crunch exterior but so light and fluffy inside. And the maple butter! While I also enjoyed the fried chicken and waffle, I still dream about their pancakes. If it wasn't so hard to get a table there, I would go there at least once a week. read more

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Clinton's was cool. The 2.5 hour wait was outrageous and certainly not worth the hype. Being from the Bay Area, there are SO many random restaurants where one can find something like this and be seated right away, so to wait the whole morning to be seated was nuts to me, but the hubs and I did it to see what all of the fuss was about. We found that the fuss was just fuss. Don't get me wrong, cute little spot, nice vibe, fun times, but just keeping it real abut the wait-- which I know isn't the fault of the restaurant. All they can do is try to accommodate their patrons. Now let's discuss food: The fried chicken sandwich was definitely great. Pancakes on the other hand were a bit lackluster for my palette; however, I'm an ultra pancake snob and eat homemade pancakes at one of the best spots in California, so I have to pass on the pancakes, but they were decent. There was a mild after taste and they definitely weren't hot. We also had to request butter and pay an additional $2.00 for syrup. That in itself was wild to me. You sell pancakes and don't serve the main condiments that pair with pancakes? Syrup and butter is given upon request? what's happening there? That was an ultimate turn off. Nonetheless, the hubs and I had a good time and the service was to-the-point. Will I go there again? If I'm invited to meet someone and we have a reservation. Would I recommend it? Mmm maybe not, but I wouldn't say anything bad about it. Maybe just don't go because the wait is atrocious, so make a reservation. Happy breakfasting! read more

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Breakfast was good. We arrived 2 minutes before the place opened. There was already a line. They asked did we have reservations we did not. Because we had just come from o ur of town and we caught the F train to get this food The service was good. It's a small place so they squeeze in as many people as possible but the place fills up quickly. I enjoyed the food. I ordered the apple pie waffle and it was good. Just not delicious. But it was filling I will visit again in my next trip from Atlanta's read more

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I got a reservation a month in advance for a coveted Sunday brunch spot. Otherwise, the wait on a weekend will run you 1-2 hours. The restaurant is not that big, and only has one bathroom available. The bathroom is pretty large however. I was a little nervous that this place would be all hype and no substance but I was really pleased with the food. Everything was delicious and fresh. The pancakes are quite literally perfect, and you hardly need to add butter or syrup to enjoy them. The cheese grits were another stand out item for me. The fried green tomatoes were a nice and tasty surprise as well. I had a hot apple cider that was served with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Perfect for the fall. The service was very good and attentive. The food came out pretty quick despite the bustling restaurant. Definitely will come back, as long as I snag a reservation in advance. read more

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Well worth the wait! Everything was delicious! We had the chicken and waffles, eggs benedict, farmer's breakfast, and fried green tomatoes.

First things first - the food here is delicious. However, the service we received while we were here was horrendous. We arrived on a Tuesday at 10:06am. It was completely packed. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait, which was fine with us, so we put our name on the waiting list. I received a text at 10:20am that our table was ready. That was a nice surprise since we had only been waiting about 15 mins. We were sat, ordered two coffees. Those came quickly from the busboy. We then ordered breakfast with our waiter who wasn't particularly friendly, which was fine because he was extremely busy. We didn't get our food until 11:12am. Almost an hour later! The waiter came by after we had been waiting for our food for a while and said it would be out "shortly." It didn't come for a while after that. Our waiter did bring us a free biscuit with butter and jam, which was nice. Other people who were seated well after us, ordered, ate, and left before we even got our food. It was awful. Now the food. It was so good. I ordered the chicken and waffle. My husband ordered the banana walnut pancakes. And we got a side of smoked bacon. The chicken and waffle was sooooo good. The chicken was cooked perfectly. The waffle wasn't too sweet. The maple sauce that comes with it tasted like straight melted toffee. It was delicious. The portion was huge. I couldn't even get close to finishing it. My husband loved the pancakes. They were huge and super fluffy. The smoked bacon was really good too. Cooked perfectly and just the right amount of saltiness. All and all, the food was really good, but the service left a lot to be desired. You can tell this place is super popular. It was busy the entire time we were there and when we left there were still people waiting outside to be seated. read more

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Pancakes were good but not enough to be worth the line. Honestly I've had better pancakes in other places without needing to wait hours. Service was really slow on a random Tuesday morning, I get it you're packed but if this is how it is during the week I don't even wanna know how weekends are. Barely had room to sit comfortably without being on top of people when I needed to scoot out of my chair to get to the bathroom. We ordered a smoked salmon scramble which was really nice but again not worth the wait. One and done for sure. read more

It's still so good! Came by myself on a weekday morning and was able to get seated at the bar right away, but there was a line out the door in the rain. The pancakes and maple butter are some of the best, I got the blueberry + chocolate chip combo otherwise think it would be too sweet. The barista was super friendly and efficient, despite it being very hectic. It's a little touristy but worth it. read more

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Clinton st. was delicious! We made the reservation three weeks before just because we know how insane it gets to get seating. It's super crowded but worth the tightness if you know what I mean we came here with my family for my husbands birthday. Everything was great from sweet to salty. My favorite thing was the candied bacon. I have never tried candied bacon before and now I'm officially obsessed thanks to Clinton lol. I also want to shoutout the staff they were awesome and ready for me when I requested the birthday favor. Yum will be sure to be back! read more

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The Benedict was really good flavor and French toast was tasty. Wait time for hot chocolate was kind of crazy and lacked chocolate taste. Tables are kind of squished together. read more

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Breakfast sandwiches are just okay. Could use some sauce to offset the dryness. Pancakes, when eaten in restaurant, are pretty good. Worth waiting in line for 20-30 min but not longer. read more

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Finally... I made it to Clinton Street Baking Company. Much anticipated & long overdue. Clinton Street absolutely lives up to the hype! From the moment you walk in, the cozy, bustling energy makes you feel right at home. The family style diner vibe is simply intoxicating. The staff is warm, friendly, and on top of everything, even when the place is packed. It's clear they care about creating a great experience for every guest. Yes, there's often a wait & we had to in fact wait...but it's 100% worth it once you take that first whiff & first bite The pancakes are truly legendary & pure magic on a plate--perfectly fluffy, buttery, and with that rich maple butter that just takes them to the next level Your choice of blueberry, banana walnut & chocolate chunks (not to be confused with chocolate chips & I can't emphasize that enough!!!) The Spanish Scramble was absolutely delicious and packed with incredible flavor. Made with chorizo, tomatoes, caramelized onions, scallions, melted Monterey Jack & served with crispy hash browns and sourdough toast. An absolute must try. Whether you're a local or visiting NYC, this spot is a must. Clinton Street Baking Company has mastered comfort food with an elevated touch, and I can't wait to come back again! read more

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The Clinton Street Baking Company is a popular spot for breakfast during breakfast hours, which I can see from their long line. I recommend having breakfast for dinner, especially on one of those nights when you're all dressed up just for the heck of it, and enjoying an assortment of classic breakfast dishes. I went out with a group of friends, all girls, and had GIRL DINNER! We ordered the Brioche French Toast, Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, Crispy Potato Pancakes, and Fried Chicken Sandwich. Everything was spot on and very filling, so do come with an empty stomach and a big appetite. My personal favorite was the Broiche French Toast, especially the caramelized bananas and warm maple butter added to the warmth and comfort of a french toast that all melted in my mouth. The waitress was super kind and patient with our table, especially when deciding what to order as a group. As well as attentive when we needed to do a last-minute wrap-up to go order. The setting during nighttime breakfast is quite chilled and relaxed with dim lighting and lively conversations all around the restaurant. Overall, I love having breakfast for dinner and even more so with friends who also enjoy a late-night breakfast feast. Plus, there's less of a line during nighttime. read more

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This place is always packed. We had to come back early Sunday morning in order to try their breakfast. We got the country breakfast to share and a stack of regular pancake. My son got a stack of chocolate chunk pancake. The pancakes are big and fluffy. The chocolate chunk pancake had lots of chocolates. If you like chocolate, this is the pancake for you. read more

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Made a reservation a few weeks in advance for my birthday. It was for 8:30. We got sat immediately. Zoey was a great server! Food wasn't all that special though. My husband had the pancakes and I had the Spanish scramble. We have had better food in our hometown. It was very busy though I will say that. I did put down it was my birthday in the Resy reservation but there wasn't any acknowledgment! I think we may try to go the Bubby's or a different restaurant next time! read more

Clinton St. Baking - Spanish Scramble, Blueberry Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, mimosas - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Ordered their breakfast sandwhich to go and was unfortunately a little disappointed I do want to note that I ordered it as a to go order so it may taste better in person if I were to eat there instead. But unfortunately the sandwhich did not have much flavor as I thought it would. They do give you a lot quantity wise though which I thought was nice. I also ordered their banana bread which had chocolate chips in. The texture was great and I'd reorder this again in the future. read more

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So great to try a new breakfast place. Long line on a Saturday morning. We were assured it was worth it and it was delicious. A big loud, bug that'll happen when a place is crowded. Service was friendly. read more

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Made reservations through Resy. Great place for brunch and good coffee.Liked the cheese grits,latkes Benedict and the pancakes. Cute place read more

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