Nyack Diner

What a great old fashioned fountain & burger shop. Love their slogan ""we make Tummies Smile"…read moreThe service is awesome and love their slogan cheerful upbeat vibe the whole place has. And the FOOD. OMG Fried Oreos for dessert after my Greek Salad My husband's enormous Waffle Burger YIKES..... it was HUGE

6/7/26: I'd skip this place, except if you want to stop in for a beverage at the counter…read more We were up in Nyack, NY visiting the Edward Hopper house. After our visit, we decided to walk around town. There were a lot of restaurants open, but they mostly empty. The Breakfast & Burger Club seemed to be really busy. That being said, I figured it must be a good place to eat. We sat down at a table in the restaurant. The server came over with menus and water. We decided to share a Chicken Cobb Wrap along with a Root beer. The IBC Root beer was good. Anyway, it took a very long time for our order to come out. While we were waiting for the food, I noticed a strong smell of cooking oil. The server kept apologizing for the wait. The order finally came out. We were so starving at that point. The wrap tasted very dry, so unlike any Cobb salad. There was no avocado, no bacon etc... In addition, the fries were soggy and cold. I took a good look at the wrap and it had to be a Chicken Caesar wrap. My bf thought the same thing. There was no sense in sending it back, since we already ate some of it. We were charged for a Cobb salad wrap $17.45. However, the Caesar wrap was the same price, so we didn't bother saying anything. The male server and root beer were the restaurant's only highlights. Street parking is available.

Seated bar area

Smores Pancakes

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Strawberry Place

4.1(696 reviews)

0.9 mi

Stopped by on our way to Boston, perfect brunch spot with homey vibes. Busy spot but quick service,…read morefood was delicious especially the home fries! Heads up it's cash only but they do have an atm inside 4/5 food - they have so many omelets to choose from, we got two and both delicious with generous portions. also got a pancake which was very thin hence the 4 5/5 service 5/5 vibes

I would have to strawberries as a zero I did not like the taste of the food. It didn't have any…read moreflavor. It didn't look like real food even homemade food looks real. I a bad day on Friday. I had ordered a bacon chicken club the breakfast mushy chicken didn't look or taste like real chicken. I went back to the restaurant and asked to speak to someone in charge. I was approached by a nasty man who was screaming in Holland at me about the I said, sir please do not yell at me because he made me feel like he was a little racist and he wasn't talking like I don't appreciate being talked to that way, especially when I pay money to order food. The experience was lousy and the food was lousy. That's my review. Thank you. And I would not recommend it for anybody.

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Art Cafe of Nyack

4.2(963 reviews)

0.9 mi

I've been going to Art Cafe for years, and it's still one of my favorite places to go for breakfast…read moreor lunch! I love that their menu has so many options that you don't typically find at other brunch spots, and there are a few things I almost always end up ordering. I am personally not vegetarian but this place is 100%. Make a reservation if you can, especially on weekends. It gets very busy! One of my favorites is the Chagall Bowl, but I always substitute the grain for Israeli couscous. I personally think it's so much better that way! I've ordered it countless times and still haven't gotten tired of it. I also really love their shakshuka, which is such a good option when I'm in the mood for something warm and comforting. Another favorite of mine is the goat cheese malawach. If you've never tried it, I definitely recommend it! The pastry is flaky and buttery, and I love the combination with the goat cheese. It's one of those dishes I don't see offered at many other places, which is part of why I love coming here. But I have to say, one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back is their chai tea late. I'm not exaggerating when I say it's the best chai I've ever had. I don't know exactly what they do differently, but nothing I've had elsewhere compares. I honestly wish I could make it at home because I crave it all the time. I also really like the atmosphere here. It's a cute, cozy spot, and I've always enjoyed coming here whether it's for a full meal or just something to drink. It can definitely get busy, but I think that says a lot about how much people enjoy it. Art Cafe has been one of my go-to spots for years, and I don't see that changing anytime soon. If you're going for the first time, I'd recommend the Chagall Bowl with Israeli couscous, shakshuka, or goat cheese malawach. And seriously, get the hot chai. It's SO good. There is no parking directly associated so either do street parking or the lot a few blocks away ( pay to park)

Such a cute little spot ! I order from here often . Great…read morebreakfast & lunch menu, friendly service . I recommend for breakfast is the Shakshooka. The freshly made Hummus is delicious . Great desserts and coffee 10/10.

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My Father’s House Southern Cuisine

4.4(184 reviews)

0.9 mi

Food was very good so was the service , fried okra was a little too salty . Fried chicken was juicy…read moreand had a lot of flavor the greens and potato salad were excellent !

Finally tried here after years of wanting to! We were…read moreoffered the free cinnamon muffins, which were the star of the show! Warm and delicious! We ordered hushpuppies to start. They were extra crispy on the outside and had great flavor. I had the bbq chicken which was good, and tender, the skin wasn't very crispy tho and I ended up taking it off which left me w/o much bbq sauce for the chicken meat. The other two people enjoyed their fried chicken. The waffle probably could've been cooked w bit longer. (He went w the traditional buttermilk but there are a few flavors you can choose from). There was so much food that we each had leftovers! Another table asked for the music to be turned down. Overall, it was good and I'd come back.

Inside

Side of mac & cheese & yams

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Chicken & waffles

The Rail Trail Cafe & Mercantile

4.8(92 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great breakfast spot with delicious food and really friendly staff! As someone who loves matcha, I…read moreespecially appreciated that they make theirs properly. They actually sift and whisk the matcha rather than using a pre-sweetened dissolvable mix. You can definitely taste the difference. I'd happily come back!

We were eager to try a new brunch spot and I found Rail Trail…read more What a cute place! After giving my name and waiting 45 mouth-watering minutes, we were seated. I ordered pancakes with blueberries and my wife got a Burger bowl. This is a breakfast spot with some unusual offerings! The pancakes were great and my wife enjoyed her Burger bowl. This is a place that I wish took online waitlist as it can get pretty long. Just prepare yourself for a bit of a wait on the weekends unless you hit it right. Great spot.

Smoked salmon toast

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The grinch matcha....

The Hudson House

4.5(492 reviews)

0.7 mi

•$$$

Hudson House is one of the few places around with standards…read more Quality ingredients. Attentive service. Silverware gets replaced after each course. Napkins get folded when you leave the table. Everything tastes delicious. Homemade desserts. Timeless, cozy decor. Yes, the streets of Nyack have a seedy crowd roaming the streets these days, but Hudson House still sits on the main drag among it all. There's street parking or a large parking lot across the street. Free after 7. Everything I've had here is delicious. We came recently with colleagues to celebrate a special event. My favorite cocktail is still the port Old Fashioned... possibly because I won't try others. Wines are good here too. The hamachi, tuna and gnudi appetizers were outstanding. So flavorful, fresh, balanced. All three were different and simply so good. At the table this evening, we tried short rib, steaks, Brussels sprouts, beet salad, lentil pea soup and my favorite, the Berkshire pork chop. OMG, that chop is unlike anything else... and they consistently execute it. Crisp, seasoned exterior, amazing juicy interior. Served on a medley of assorted beans, peppers and chorizo. It's hard to order anything else when it's this good. With 7 of us at the table, we ordered 8 desserts. They're that good here. I tried a special this evening, which was a blueberry pudding something with a crust and ice cream on it, and I don't know. It was yummy and creamy and blueberry yumminess. Everyone at the table raved about the sticky toffee pudding, which supposedly is a customer favorite here. Overall, awesome night. Everyone at the table said they'd come back and even our grumpiest co-worker gave it a thumbs up!

Pretty place, upscale food. There were 4 of us. I hate to…read morebitch, business is hard enough. If I'm in antacid, please don't give me a Manhattan pour. We all know how much Ketile One is pour the extra ounce. And when you bring the wine caraf, fill it to 5he top. As the apps came, I noticed there was no bread, so I asked for some. Someone in our party, told me there was a 4 charge for bread. I was getting a pasta dish, so I wanted it anyway. Needless to say bread never came, but it was on the bill. They removed the charge. I guess I'm just getting cheap in my old age. For 375 can't I get a decent pour and a piece of bread

The main dining room

Sea bass with ramen noodles and bok Choi & mushrooms

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Cold crisp beer

Nyack Social

4.0(20 reviews)

Food is great, our server is also amazing his name is Fernando! Very very attentive! He also see to…read moreit that our orders are great and on time. Their food is great not oily I live the Calamari with shrimp and the dipping sauce for it, we also tried their Yuca fries that we heard was amazinggggg! , The drinks are also good, our server asked us if we prefer strong or not. We said it's up to him. Some orders came in late but we didn't mind as our server kept on going back and forth to apologize for the delay. He even gave us free tequila because we waited for some orders late. Ambiance is good, not much people but theres few in the bar. The place is also clean which my mom complimented and has a good vibes. Will definitely be back!

Such a cool place , great vibe!!…read more They have live entertainment on Saturday night so that's always a plus The bar staff is awesome , friendly and fun . They are also very efficient. The food was really great , served hot and had great presentation aside from being very well seasoned. They also have frozen strawberry daiquiri and it's veryyyyyyyy good !!! The only issue I had was the fact the tables are to close together , it makes it difficult to even walk to the bathroom . Definitely recommend. They just need to rearrange the tables .

Crab and Shrimp Empanadas

Coconut Flan

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Steak Sandwich

Patisserie Didier Dumas

4.5(318 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've been searching for a French bakery with croissants comparable to the ones I had in France and…read morethis may be the closest so far!! The whole place inside and out gives France vibes. They have indoor and outdoor seating and you place your order at the counter. Tables are first come first serve. They have salads, quiches, baguette sandwiches, croissants, cakes, tarts, cookies, coffee, cappuccino...... o am so glad a fellow Yelper pointed me to this great cafe.

One of my personal mottos is to never show up empty-handed, and Patisserie Didier Dumas made that…read morean easy promise to keep. I was visiting friends in Nyack and wanted to bring something special instead of the usual bottle of wine or grocery store dessert. This turned out to be exactly the right place. The display case was filled with beautiful French pastries, fortunately, they tasted every bit as good as they looked. What really stood out was seeing so many locals hanging out enjoying coffee and fresh pastries. That's always a good sign that you've found an authentic neighborhood gem rather than just a place catering to visitors. BB

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Chocolate Croissant

Deli On The Hudson Cafe

4.9(12 reviews)

I was in the area and was looking for a breakfast place. I'm so glad I found this spot. I've been…read moreto the area many times, but hadn't been to this spot. The staff was friendly and helpful. There were other customers there, but the line moved very quickly. I ordered an iced coffee and a BLT; my order was prepared very quickly. They have indoor seating and an outdoor patio with tables and chairs with a view. They have a full deli, pastries, drinks and more. I'm glad I found this place. It quenched my hunger and was what I needed! I'll be back again the next time I'm in the area.

Great bagels, beyond friendly staff, and fair pricing! Very convenient location and very clean…read morestore.

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Brasserie D

4.1(50 reviews)

Food amazing; service warm and casual; ambience- unparalleled. Great to sit eat and people watch.read more

For starters the food here is excellent and there is no doubt about that…read more However, when it takes a full hour just to get drinks, that's a bit of a problem. We went as a party of four and got seated right away but didn't get to place any food orders until an hour and a half in. We eventually were able to order appetizers and got them an hour later. We still were not able to place orders for. entrees at this time. Because we waited so long, we decided to leave after getting the appetizers. The staff is kind, however, it seemed that there was a management issue. When we finally were able to get someone to take drink orders, the owner came out of the kitchen at the time and told the server not to take our orders or any others. We still aren't totally sure what was going on but something was clearly up. The weirdest part about this all was that the restaurant's indoor seating was half empty so it didn't seem to be an issue with being crazy busy but they seemed a bit understaffed. It seems like a nice place with good food but I don't think we'll be going back due to the very slow service and rude encounters with the owner.

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Tiffany B.

Elite 26

309

1380

2 years ago

Stopped by Nyack Diner for breakfast, and it was the perfect start to the day! The menu is packed with diner favorites, but the real star for me was the Nutella pancakes with fresh strawberries--fluffy, rich, and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is exactly what you want from a diner--cozy, welcoming, and no-frills in the best way. Whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, the service is friendly, and the portions are generous. read more

Patricia L.

10 years ago

The service is great, the food fantastic. I wish it was closer to home. We would be here all the time. Just off the N.Y. Thruway. Back on the Thruway in less than a minute. Large portions that taste great,they are right there with the coffee and anything else you need. Will definitely be back when we are in the area. Just to let you know, from the outside doesn't look like much. You must go in. read more

Randy S.

1 year ago

I recently dined at Nyack Diner and had a wonderful experience! The food was delicious, and the service was friendly. The diner was clean and comfortable, with reasonable prices. I would return and recommend it to others. The portions were generous, and there were plenty of options on the menu. Overall, it was a fantastic place to grab a bite to eat! read more

James W.

12 years ago

Local small diner. If I wouldnt of got a recommendation for it most likely wouldn't consiuder going in I was in Nyack to visit some friends, and they suggested we hit this place It was a really pleasant brunch. Friendly staff, very nice portions, and unbeatable prices read more

Jean R.

10 years ago

Eating here is like eating at a friend's home and being treated like royalty. Food is always good, generous portions and reasonable prices. Staff is always friendly and service is great! read more

Delia J.

11 years ago

Love the food and the friendly staff... We come here with our large family for breakfast and the kids are treated so well!

Meghan F.

155

10 years ago

Delicious food and incredibly friendly atmosphere. Great for kids and great for stopping at on the go.

Marsha C.

10 years ago

Great food, great service and HUGE portions=amazing! We will definitely be coming back for more soon!!

Paul B.

10 years ago

Friendly, very good food, excellent service, affordable. We go there often and like it very much.

Patricia D.

7 years ago

Been coming here for years. Everyone makes you feel like family. Great food and service! read more

Tom M.

13 years ago

Never disappointed, great food and service, always clean.

Jane L.

11 years ago

Food sucks, bad service high prices long waits no good

Barbara R.

10 years ago

Good food and good service. The best french fries!

Mark S.

8 years ago

Pretty good breakfast. Good coffee

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