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    Clinton St. Baking

    4.0 (6.1k reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Blueberry Pancakes and Chicken-Apple Sausage
    Jenna S.

    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.

    Smoked Salmon Benedict, Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, Farmer's Plate
    Julia M.

    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!

    Yordana O.

    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.

    Chocolate chunk Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter
    LaToya K.

    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.

    Ilana Z.

    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.

    Pancakes + grits, eggs, bacon, and deep-fried tomatoes.
    Anne F.

    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.

    Blueberry Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter
    Abiba S.

    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.

    Mexican hot chocolate
    Rolanda B.

    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

    Gabrielle K.

    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

    Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter
    Michelle L.

    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!

    Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter
    Joyce R.

    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.

    Lauren M.

    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!

    Kylie N.

    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.

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    Do they serve pancakes outside of pancake month?

    They serve pancakes all year. It's what they're pretty much known for.

    Do they take Reservations?

    unfortunately, no. sometimes the line gets out the door, my advice is go when they first open.

    How to make an appointment?

    You can book a reservation by Resy.com

    I attempted to make a Sunday reservation via Google or Resy and all of the Sundays in September and so on are blacked out. Am I able to make a reservation on a Sunday? Or are Sunday's walk in only?

    If you do not see reservations they don't have any. Their reservations book fast. You can walk in but on a Sunday the wait can be two hours. Just depends on when you go. I recommend just booking way ahead of time if you don't like waiting around.… Read more

    Would the wait be long for a party of 2 that are walking in on a Sunday morning at 9? There are no reservations available

    HI! You should have no problem getting a table for 2 without a resy but we advise you arrive by 8:45/8:50 to get on line. We save a few tables for walk ins every hour and it's easiest to walk in when we first open. We also have counter seats (very… Read more

    Do they severe dairy free pancakes?

    Does anyone know if they take walk ins for Sunday morning? I see recent reviews with conflicting info

    I would definitely make a reservation. Sunday's everybody's brunching. The wait time can be over 2 hours on the weekends. It's not a huge space.

    Do they take credit cards?

    Yes.

    Call for reservations?

    You can reserve via Resy and they also take walkins

    What on the menu can be made gluten free?

    Salads, egg dishes, breakfast meats, hash browns, vegetable sides

    Currently open for dine in?

    Yes! Indoor on Clinton St. at 25% capacity, reservations through Resy.

    Open for outdoor dining?

    No outdoor dining but hopefully limited indoor dining soon

    Are they open for Dine in meaning outdoor seating?

    No. Take out only

    Good for groups?

    Not particularly, the wait times are usually a lot longer for big groups.

    Is this place dog friendly?

    Not pet friendly, barely human friendly.

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes

    Hey does this place serves halal / kosher meat?

    No this is not a kosher or halal place

    Is this Halal?

    No it is not!

    If you want first seating on weekends these days, how early would you get there for a table of two?

    At least 10 minutes beforehand

    Gluten free, nut free dishes?

    Yes - egg dishes, smoked salmon, bacon, sausages, salad options. Servers will ask the chef if you're not sure. And of course the cocktails and seasonal drinks.

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