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    John's Lunchonette

    4.2 (30 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Cafes
    Open • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Good for kids

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    Marc d.

    Always been wanting to try this place but parking is difficult. Lucky I went with my sister who drove around the block while I went in. It's a pretty nice hole in the wall. I got sausage egg and cheese sandwich and my sister got extra bacon egg and cheese sandwich with mayo and ketchup. We both enjoyed the sandwiches. As you can see from my sausage egg and cheese it came with 2 sausage patties. Next time I'll try something from the lunch items. Of course I grabbed a menu to be prepared. Good eats and good service.

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    Andy S.

    This place is the quintessential definition of a luncheonette. Well used, a surly owner constantly complaining and looks like it needs a complete renovation. I came in for brunch on a Sunday. The place was empty except for myself and the owner, who was was in the process of having breakfast himself, who served as waitstaff. As I had the place to myself I choose a table and the owner came to give me a menu. I ordered eggs, bacon, pancakes and a water. Prices are extremely reasonable and the food was actually very good. I was glad I went as there seems to be a real issue with delivery. While I was there they were receiving multiple orders for delivery and they were just not equipped to handle the volume. Intermixed with the new orders were people calling to complain that they had placed their order almost an hour ago and had yet to receive their food. Until they get some software and delivery figured out I suggest picking up or eating in.

    Alfred O.

    Pleasant experience as always. Hard to find such an affordable diner spot in the middle of Manhattan. Service was quick and dishes were fairly tasty. I would say the omelette would taste better if It's made a bit more juicy and moist. Overall, pleasant journey and would return often for an affordable brunch.

    Carlos G.

    Great wings fresh and chicken falling off the bone. Great taste great service and food would love to try other items on the menu.

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    Amazing breakfast!! Loved it! We had French toast (really good) and potatoes (good as well)!! Will order from this place again.

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    Their food is always great. Reasonable prices, good size portions and on time delivery!!

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    Wonderful experience and good experienced with John's Lunchonette Cafe and ofcourse good food as well.

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    A cozy little place with nice service and good food. It is our go to place when we want a bite to eat before a concert at Lincoln Center.

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    Food was excellent. Sorry for not having a pic but Ill definitely be back there and update the…read morereview. The wings are great (no sauce needed). I had the kimchi fried rice, which I didnt think Id like but I loved it. Fit was paired with I want to say some type of steak but dont quote me. I chose this based off of our waiter's personal recommendation and it was spot on. I even took my picky 13 year old the most recent time I went and she loved it as well (not the rice though). She only eats white rice or rice with "grass" in it as I like to tease her about her love of Chipotle's rice.

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