I like this place. It's nothing fancy, but the menu has a lot of options, the servers are always…read morefriendly, and the food is your usual, good NYC diner quality fair. I've been here many times over the years, and stopped there right before our Winter weather decided to take a dump on us. I ordered a BLT with extra mayo, fries, coleslaw and some pickles. It was very good. The place is clean and has the sort of decor you'd expect in just about any diner type setting. Now that it's stopped snowing, I was thinking of venturing there again tomorrow for some more. Cheers!

Diners are an American staple for a casual dinning atmosphere serving American cuisine. To me,…read morediners are nostalgic, retro-style features of chrome stools bolted to the floor, booth tables, the hustle of staff, bus boys handling bus tubs for table clean-up and laminated large spiral book menus. Diners remind me of Edward Hopper's "Nighthawks" 1942 painting which encapsulate the atmospheric setting of an urban diner at night. I enter as usual, as a party of one, and the Maître d' ushered me to sit at a booth. I waited and waited to be service again. The male waiter at first took my order and subsequently later provided water. I needed cold water on a hot summer day for a cool down. This restaurant has its Independence Day holiday decorations lingering which is very simple and minimal. The menu has a Victorian horse carriage image with the driver dressed in black jacket suit coat tail and black top hat. This business name Esquire is relatable with attorneys. I have always worked with attorneys (past and present) and find them intelligent with perspective. The Original Worlds Fair $18.85 Saturday brunch for Belgian waffles and fresh strawberries with whipped cream was delicious. It was fresh, fluffy and delicious at $18.85 + NYC tax = totaling $20.50. I hoped for strawberry syrup the same embedded on ice cream as topping. I am always enamored with strawberries. The male waiter provided pancake syrup and butter for reasonable accommodation request. This male waiter did check-in during my meal which I was astonished and appreciative that I am, at long last, NOT invisible. Oh! I am human. I am a customer. I often dine alone. I exist to matter. I am one life in the smallest measurement. The check bill is distributed the old school way - handwritten on a claim check form perforated at the top. The air conditioner is fully functioning and I sustained a phlegmatic disposition. Facilities is relatively clean.

Decent breakfast with decent price. I like the pancake there, well done…read more Food has good portion. Will come back

This is definitely my go to cafe for breakfast when I am in the area! Very chill spot and always a…read moreseat available. Pretty standard diner/cafe menu. Can be a bit difficult to find parking in the area but always find one after circling a few times. Nonetheless, staff make you feel welcomed, so I will be returning!

We were promptly greeted as we walked in, and seated at a table. Shortly after a waitress came and…read moretook our order for drinks and gave us menus. The menu was very impressive. There are lots of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This diner offered a discount for paying by cash. I ordered a breakfast of 2 eggs, ham and hash brown with rye bread. My grandson ordered a chicken panini. We were both happy with our food. I loved that they gave a free orange juice or coffee with the breakfast order. This diner was very big and busy, it was also clean. The bathroom was also clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely return and highly recommend. There's also parking available.

My visit to Cross Bay Diner was overall okay, but there were several areas that could be improved…read more The breakfast was average. The sausage tasted stale, the egg portion was quite small, and the pancakes were a bit tough to cut through. The French toast was good and was probably the highlight of the meal. I also ordered the pancakes with Nutella, but they were very bland. Instead of simply drizzling Nutella on top in circles, it would have been much better if the Nutella had been incorporated into the pancakes themselves for more flavor. The service was decent, but I had to repeatedly ask for coffee refills, which was disappointing. Another concern was that the diner does not provide plastic utensils, nor do they offer hot water to sanitize the silverware if requested. The ambiance can also be an issue depending on where you are seated. The restaurant was very loud, and the tables are placed very close together, causing customers to frequently bump into chairs while moving around. Overall, my experience was satisfactory, but there is definitely room for improvement in both the food quality and dining experience.

I've come to this diner a few times, and it's pretty solid. We came here for breakfast but their…read morewhole menu was pretty much available. Some people got buttermilk pancakes (the kids got ice cream on top), while others got a burger, the captain's feast, and I just got an omelette with their home fries. The omelette was ok, but I'm a big fan of their fries. The atmosphere was chill. I've seen the lines get long later in the day.

Was pretty excited to try this place and it was okay overall. The menu is huge, so there are…read moreoptions for everyone. I wish I would have tried something else. The pork chop was a little dry and not too flavorful. The eggs were cooked well and the potatoes weren't my favorite. The service was excellent and it had a nice family feeling to it. You could tell there are a lot of regulars who go there weekly. It was a clean restaurant and perfect for talking.

My husband and I have always enjoyed brunch on Sunday at Nana's. The selections are creative, the…read morefinest quality and served in a delightful atmosphere! However, the team has upped their game now offering dinner on the weekend. We entered unsure of what to expect, but we're WOWED. By the amazing menu, wonderfully crafted cocktails and the premier service. We started out sharing three appetizers (hard choice since we wanted them all). The ricotta with honey and pistachio was decadent, the ribs were better than I've had anywhere and the dumpling flight was amazing. . For dinner I had the shrimp scampi, amazing! My husband had the Pork chop and it was outstanding. Dessert did not disappoint, tiramisu and chocolate lava cake to die for!!! Don't miss out, make a reservation...or don't, I want to get a seat!

Wanted to go for brunch, but wanted somewhere close to home. Found nana's while looking for a…read moreplace. Decided to go, there was no wait time but it was also full of people. So that alone would tell the food was great. It's spacious and clean. Ordered, avocado toast with eggs over medium, pancakes and a caramel latte. Man that avocado toast was definitely 1 of the best I've had. The food exceeded my expectations for brunch. The prices for brunch definitely worth it. I'll definitely be going there again.

A low key yet lively looking spot just 2 blocks past the A train stop at Rockaway and Liberty Ave…read more I only saw two guys at register but they were very accommodating and took my order with relative ease. Ordered a grilled chicken lunch special and a chocolate waffle dessert. The guy even asked if I wanted Ice cream to go with it, I decided to pass but I appreciate him letting me know that was an option, unlike a certain burger joint that failed to do so a few months ago. Took the meal about 7 minutes to arrive at my table and my lunch entree was plated very well. The Grilled chicken looked good and was just as tender as well as the brioche bun it came in. The fries were crisp and salted evenly to the point that it was balanced well between not too much and not enough. The lemonade I got, although it could've been a tad more sweeter, hit the spot. The chocolate waffle was also delightful too. Kinda wish I did go with ice cream to offset the total warmth of the waffle that melted the whipped cream on it rather quickly but otherwise it definitely tastes as good as it looks. This was well worth the time and money spent here and I will return here soon.

Have seen this place for a few years now and always wanted to give it a try but always got busy…read moredoing life. Finally got to try it! The place is charming not big but its really a fast food place not a restaurant. I tried their chicken sandwich and it was amazing! Service was ok and wait times for food were a little slow but nothing bad. Staff were friendly and they work their butts off! I think the only complaint i might have is i wish they had more variety of food, maybe a few simple entree's. Would definitely go back and eat here.

Not my first time here but the rest of my party were first timers. Great food and service by…read moreDanielle. I'll be back and I'm sure other parties will as well but on another note. I'm a big supporter of small local biz and this month is small business month. Everyone shop small biz. Please

I ordered an open faced turkey sandwich. It was like a cephalopod. So gross. Forget about booze at…read more6am too. They won't give you that.

After visiting all the diners in the area, I can say that this is the best diner in the area!!…read more Great staff who are super honest on how great the food truly is!! Nice environment inside and great servers! The food size is a bang for your buck!!

We stopped in for breakfast as a group of four and this classic diner really delivered. The staff…read morewere incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The portions were huge--exactly what you want from a true American diner breakfast. Between the toast, pancakes with crispy bacon, eggs benedict, and hearty omelette everything came out hot, fresh, and satisfying. The coffee kept coming, and the service was quick even though the place was buzzing. The retro-style interior has a fun, nostalgic vibe with comfy booths and plenty of natural light. Another big plus: they have their own parking lot, which makes the visit stress-free. A great spot for a relaxed and filling breakfast. We'll definitely be back!

I just want to start by saying I'm in California and this is for the service experienced as my…read moreparents' report that this cake was awesome. I remember going here growing up until I left NY about 10 years ago. The cakes are beautiful, great selection, not overly sweet, and something for everyone. I find it reasonably priced. It is not like some fancy French patisserie shop, but very good. I am reviewing this based on the customer service. I live in CA and wanted to place an order for my dad's birthday. I received a call from them shortly after placing the order informing me they were out. We were easily able to choose another cake, I explained to the lady on the phone that I was in CA and ordering it for my dad. She asked what colour I wanted the writing. At almost 2:30 Eastern time, she called again asking what time I would pick up because they were closing, and wanted to be sure they would keep it fresh. I truly appreciate it. In my ignorance, I did not even check what time they closed - so the fact that they closed at 3 was surprising and a bit early, but that's on me. So - thank you for the good service an attention in trying to make something special for my dad, though I can't be there with him right now. I can report that my dad, mom, and sister really enjoyed the cake and as we remember. They live in Rockaway Beach, and going through Crossbay Blvd is usually one of their routes home.

I stopped in to grab a birthday cake. Upon entering I wasn't greeted so I said hello to the…read morecashier. The only person that was in my view. She never responded. Another person walked near where I was standing and asked if they could help me. I asked her the flavor of a particular cake, then selected the cake I wanted. She asked if I wanted happy birthday on it and I told her yes. She asked the cashier if she could ring me up. She asked if I was paying cash or card, I told her cash. I gave her the money, she gave me back my change then walked away from the register and went in the back, she never said thank or anything else. The young lady that was helping me put my cake in a bag and thanked me for coming in. I asked her name because she was very polite and displayed great customer service. Her name was Angelica.