The staff is friendly, the food is good. Portions are satisfying and the prices are reasonable. The…read moreambiance is full fledged diner.

Ambiance 10/10 When I first stepped foot into the…read morerestaurant, I instantly got this retro vibe. I just love the color of the seating and how comfortable the atmosphere was. Service: 10/10 The employees were very friendly. They were kind and had a nice smile on their face. That is what customers should be looking for when being approached by waiters or waitresses. They were very helpful with the menu option. Food: 10/10 I started with their hot chocolate with whipped cream. Man! It was delicious. The whipped cream, by the way, is optional. It does not automatically come with the hot chocolate. The texture was just right. I picked a good day to drink hot chocolate. I have also ordered their standard Belgian Waffles with a side of sausage. I have to admit, I was slightly disappointed with the quantity of the waffle. They only give you one. Additionally, you'd have to ask for the butter. Butter does not automatically come with the waffles. The syrup is or at least should already be on the table once you're seated. Even though I only got one waffle, it was delicious. Furthermore, you have the option to add whipped cream to the waffles. They will add the whipped cream to the waffles for you. The same can be applied to pancakes. When all is said and done, they will offer you a blow-pop lollipop. Overall 9.5/10 I will be back. I am unsure if they do reservations. It wouldn't be surprising if they did. Their menu options and pricing were reasonable.

There is a small amount of parking and not much street parking. The place was backed due to the…read moretheir Insta advertisements. The entrance looks terrible and shabby! The seats are ripped. Doesn't look clean. The manager and his wife ignored us when we arrived for about 5 mins. They were very occupied with the telephone. Aside From that I ordered The Strawberry Cheesecake. Delicious. My husband had an omelette and potatoes. It was well seasoned.

Good food and clean restaurant. Bathrooms are always clean and there's a lot of parking here. They…read moreprovide Good service too. My husband got steak and eggs and the steak wasn't the best, but my omelet and food were great. Love the Photo Booth on the outside

City Island Diner continues to be one of our favorite spots, and I honestly feel like they just…read morekeep getting better. Their Bloody Mary remains one of my absolute favorites from any nearby establishment. If you know of any great ones in the area that I haven't tried yet, let me know! They season each one to order, which I really appreciate. This time I thought it could have used a little more horseradish, but they were busy and I still really enjoyed it. The pickled green bean is my favorite part! They also have a rotating specials board, and every time I see the pork, broccoli rabe, and peppers sandwich, I order it. It's a perfect sandwich. Every bite hits all the right notes- savory, tart, sweet, and salty. I also love that some of the specials come with macaroni salad. I'm usually not the biggest macaroni salad fan, but theirs is excellent, not too wet and simple. I also ordered a bowl of chicken noodle soup, and it was just as satisfying. It's a classic, with a rich, flavorful broth. Personally, I prefer diced chicken over shredded in my soup, but it didn't take away from the dish. I did add a little salt and pepper to brighten the flavors, but only a touch. I'd much rather season it to my taste than be served an overly salty soup. The hospitality here is on another level. Everyone is friendly, quick, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. It's such a wonderful local establishment to support, and one I'll happily keep coming back to.

Good food absolutely delicious! Highly recommend the pancakes, they were fluffy and moist. The…read morewaitress Olivia, was great and got our food out in no time.

First time at this location was years ago after a night out bar hopping to have food super late at…read morenight. It was great food but very slow service. Second time was more recently after a burial at Saint Raymonds. It's a short drive from the cemetery and they were able to accommodate our fairly large group. We all sat together and the food was great. Service was pretty quick too. Staff here is very nice and friendly. My waffle was great. Also went to the bathroom which was very clean. Def recommend and would def return, solid location with parking

Good food with very large portions. Friendly and attentive…read morestaff. Breakfast is really good if you are in the area, can't go wrong. Also easy parking as they have a lot directly across the street, very convenient.

I lived in the Bronx since 2010.. my Dad put me on to Cosmo's breakfast. This place is nostalgic…read more. so I usually get the Belgian Waffle but i wanted some diff today. Grits , eggs , bacon & toast. The grits were fireee! 10/10 consistency. The eggs were good. Just needed a lil salt nd pepper. The bacon was ok. Could've been crispier. I also got a coffee & unfortunately it came out warm. Not hot, so I had to drink it fast. I love this small shop tho. It's consistent & been around for years. They won't disappoint.

Food is always amazing here and it's great service! I come here regularly with my mom but today was…read moreextra special for her bday. The food never disappoints, always hits and the people that work here are really nice. I wish they would give this place a bit of a aesthetic refresh, otherwise, really great to dine in or order out

This has become one of my favorite spots. It is a trek up to City Island, but more than worth it!…read more I love their pan seared tuna especially with the seasonal veggies. It is always fresh and juicy. Combined with a glass of cold prosecco This last time I got the meatloaf, which was delicious. More of a Hungarian dish, which you can't get everywhere. The ambience inside and out is hip and for me nostalgic. My friend who's from Europe, couldn't get over how friendly Bronxites are! The owner and the other guests, were charming As I said there's more to New York City than Manhattan!!

I stepped foot on the Black Whale for the first time to experience dining in the heart of City…read moreIsland- when I pass by, I have always being intrigued by it's charming and quaint look which makes the place have a pleasant and unique feel. Once you step in it you don't feel like you are in The Bronx. I chose to sit outdoors since it was a nice breezy afternoon and I felt enchanted by all the garden furniture surrounded by plants under trees. I ordered the pan seared sesame tuna salad and a passion fruit margarita and they were both very good. I also ordered a tiramisu for dessert which was also delicious. De-the server was very friendly, attentive and helpful at the time of ordering- I communicated that it was my first time at the restaurant and she made a few suggestions to assist with my choices. It is definitely a place worth trying.

Delicious food and great service! Great location. Nice atmosphere, it's a must to try.read more

I have not been here to eat but i stopped by today because i really had to use the restroom before…read moregetting on the train. I asked a few businesses in the area and they all said no and this was the only location that said yes. The staff at the front were nice and kind about it too. Thankful for them and now i will def make sure to come by and have a meal here soon! The food looked delicious

Excellent Diner. Superb customer service too. The owner of National Diner is a magnificent…read morefriend to all who visit this lovely gem.

Review for Breakfast…read more I visited the National Diner in the Westchester Square area and had a great breakfast experience. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the diner itself was spotless. It looks very clean and I value that. I really appreciated the option to choose between hash browns, grits, or home fries (most diners only offer home fries or French fries). The eggs were cooked perfectly, and I loved that they provided plenty of butter and jam for the toast, with options like white, whole wheat, or rye. Their generous breakfast sides and attention to detail definitely make them stand out from many other diners I've visited. I'll definitely be returning whenever I'm craving a solid breakfast.

The overall place is beautiful, both inside and out. Even the bathrooms were impressive, with…read moreshowers and lockers available. The atmosphere was relaxed, and it wasn't crowded at all. The food was flavorful, but it came out cold. Also, the pasta in my Primavera was undercooked and still hard. I think the dish would have been even better with a white sauce. Despite those issues, I'd definitely come back and give it another try because the view is absolutely amazing.

We stopped in at Bally's Waterfront Restaurant near Ferry Point Park, adjacent to the Whitestone…read moreBridge. Guests enter through the gift shop, which was an unexpected touch. The restaurant itself is attractive, bright, spacious, and decidedly upscale. Although we had made a reservation, it really wasn't necessary on a weekday. The hostess warmly invited us to sit wherever we liked and promptly provided menus and a beverage list. Unfortunately, the service got off to a slow start. Despite the restaurant being nearly empty, it took quite a while for our server to acknowledge us and take our order. A few more minutes and we were prepared to leave. My dining companion ordered the hamburger, while I chose the Cubano sandwich. Both dishes were attractively presented and quite tasty. The food was definitely the highlight of the experience. Our primary disappointment was the service. The server never formally welcomed us or introduced herself. Given the Bally's brand and the restaurant's upscale appearance, I expected a more polished level of hospitality. Obtaining our check was also a lengthy process. At one point, our server appeared engaged in conversation with the bartender, then walked past our table and disappeared into the kitchen for several minutes. Upon her return, I had to raise my hand to get her attention. To be fair, she was pleasant and courteous, but she wasn't particularly attentive--especially considering that we appeared to be her only active table. I had noticed similar comments about inconsistent service in previous reviews and assumed they reflected busy weekend conditions. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case during our visit. We had considered staying for dessert, but decided against making the additional time investment. Now that I've experienced Bally's Waterfront Restaurant, I don't think I'll be returning.

The food is okay for a diner. Their prices are reasonable. However, I would recommend takeout only…read more They only have a few tables and it's not very roomy.

Practically the only gyro place in the area. The prices are okay but could be better. The menu…read moreneeds to be looked at buying would be happier to be able to go and get a souvlaki or gyro on pita without having to pay for a 3 course meal, much like we do in Astoria or Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. When I go, I go for gyro and a beer. Thats it. Can't do that here. But the food is great and it's best to go with family or friends.