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    Pete's Grill

    3.5 (477 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Challah French Toast w Strawberries & Whip
    Sylvia T.

    There's not much open after 10PM in this queens area so we walked into this diner. And honestly I have nothing bad to say it's a basic diner with basic diner food. And I ordered straight carbs which are hard to mess up. The whipped cream definitely was what made the French toast good. The strawberries weren't very sweet but I guess what can ya do. The French toast itself was very soft which I liked my friend said it could've used more structure. Sweet potato fries were good maybe a tad overdone but nevertheless fine. Maybe could've used a bit more salt but with the sauces provided they were good. That being said the service was great! Our waitress was super friendly and recommended me what sauces to try with my fries. I will say my friends that got meals with meat seemed to say that they were lackluster at best.

    three chocolate chip cookies.
    Ayla R.

    Came here with friends around eleven in the morning and had a wonderful experience. :-) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very nice on the inside, service was frequent and the staff was very friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was amazing and I enjoyed their chicken the most and they provided super good sauces. Overall, super fun!!!

    Fries
    Emin G.

    One of the best turkey clubs I've had in a very long time!!! Bravo ... that was fantastic. Whole wheat toast, Sub turkey bacon Amazing job!!

    Seven Layer Chocolate Cake
    Ingrid S.

    Came recently to try a few things on the menu with a friend. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I have always wondered about this spot because it is the CUTEST diner ever.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I am team diners and have always been team diners since I feel like its a dying business in the city. We need more of them and for them to stay. Especially since the prices here were fairly affordable and the staff was super friendly. They had some kind of a prix fixe deal going on so we started off with some salad and calamari. Both were pretty standard but tasty. For our mains we split a lobster carbonara ravioli and a steak. HIGHLY recommend the carbonara anything. That sauce is divine. The steak was pretty good. I feel like it could have used more seasoning but also I'm the one eating steak at a diner. Their sandwiches are bomb. Their chocolate cake is delightful. Although, fair warning that it's a mix between like chocolate, maybe lemon and vanilla with birthday sprinkles and syrup all over it. It's a party in your mouth. They also have a full bar and make cocktails and have wine, which I'm totally on board with. Gustavo is a peach and makes the best cocktails in town.

    Royce L.

    I must have passed this diner a thousand times but have never eaten here for whatever reason. I think they've added another part for seating in there parking lot so there are less spots to park but there is street parking and metered parking all in the area. Typical diner set which is a great thing. Counter seating, booths, and tables. I ordered breakfast and there were some burgers at the table. No complaints on the food and the service was good. I'm not sure if they are still 24 hours but good option for a quick bite.

    Bacon cheeseburger
    Farrah B.

    I came here with my best friend when she came to visit home. Her son and her husband and I enjoy enjoy sitting in the window watching the cars and people go by on Queens boulevard. The staff here was pretty nice and the food wand the food was pretty decent as well. Typical old-school joint, quintessential Queens, New York. Of course I kept it simple, grilled cheese sandwich with fries. It came with a little cup of crisp and fresh coleslow. They got burgers and breakfast foods in all sorts of other delicious things. They too, enjoyed their meals. Next time I think I'll try the grilled chicken salad. Everyone else in our section ordered it and it looked amazing.

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    Pancakes were Krusteaz. Boo. Sad. Omelet was fine. Potatoes were yummy but needed salt. Service was fantastic. Good mugs.

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    Gracie Mews Diner

    Gracie Mews Diner

    3.5
    (490 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    This is a very special restaurant visit for me because I lived on this block for 3 years and walked…read moreby this diner Every. Single. Day. and never got around to going. So much so that I just turned it into a goal of mine that the day I move out of this apartment is the day I go to this diner as a farewell to the memories. That day arrived and let me tell you this experience was everything I couldve wanted and more. First off, the food here was ABSOLUTE GAS. I allowed myself to go full force and EATTTTT. Started with nachos and mozzarella sticks. Nachos were loaded to the brim and the chips stayed crispy even the ones on bottom. Mozza sticks had amazing cheese pulls. For the main, got the Chorizo Burger with Waffle Fries and a Chocolate Egg Cream to drink. Burger was gargantuan, like you literally cannot eat it with your hands you need fork and knife, seasoned perfectly, toppings were stellar, fries were super crispy. Incredible. First time having an egg cream and it was so interesting. To finish off I had an oreo shake which was the perfect consistency and so delicious. And then right at the end the brought a FREE piece of Baklava WOW. Service here was awesome, never felt rushed, attentive waiters, allowed me to move to the larger booths mid meal just to be more comfortable. And the music here is literally like they took my playlist off my phone. A shame I only visited here on my LAST day on the UES but I WILL be back nevertheless. So happy with this meal.

    Shame on me for foregoing my usual bagel & wanting something different…read more My partner and I just left here after I found a ROACH in my food! In all my years, that has neverrr happened to me. Thankfully I usually pay attention to what I'm eating because it was well concealed in the hash browns. On top of that, I had to ask for a new glass because it was dirty with lip marks, the food was mid. The coffee was mid. Nothing had flavor & it's incredibly overpriced.

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    Gracie Mews Diner
    Florentine eggs Benedict - delicious
    Florentine eggs Benedict - delicious
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    Gracie's on 2nd Diner

    Gracie's on 2nd Diner

    3.3
    (281 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Decent dinner spot offering all the breakfast food you might crave for. I really wanted the egg…read moresandwich and it didn't disappoint, but it could use a slice of cheese in it. I also wanted a waffle and I was able to get both and create my own place for a fair price. The waffle doesn't look like much but was perfectly fluffy. The restaurant is quite loud but nicely decorated and the service is fast. This is not a place you plan on staying for long. You eat you go. The tables are very small for the large plates they serve the food in but it is common in dinners.

    During the World Cup final, we walked into Gracie's Diner in hopes of enjoying a nice summer day…read morewith some fries and drinks. Other bars had been loud and crowded, but Gracie's was relatively spacious, so we were promptly seated. We asked our waiter, a portly, middle-aged man with jet-black hair (didn't catch his name) about portion sizes; he tells us they weren't large, so we ordered two plates of sweet potato fries at $11 each. The second he served them, it was obvious one plate would've sufficed. In addition, the fries themselves sucked: so plain--no seasoning, no salt, nothing. A couple fries in, we flagged him down to politely explain we weren't happy with the food. Instead of apologizing or offering any kind of fix, he got defensive and snapped, "What do you mean bring them back? No!" --even though the plates were almost untouched. We didn't want to escalate the situation, so we just left. This isn't how patrons should be treated. $26 on subpar fries and a prickly waiter? Don't waste your money.

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    I'm waiting for Robert and Janeen. 05/02/24
    I'm waiting for Robert and Janeen. 05/02/24
    $17 waffle with two eggs
    $17 waffle with two eggs
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    Green Kitchen

    Green Kitchen

    3.4
    (302 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Mom told me we were going out for brunch. I heard, "We're…read moregoing somewhere with tacos." Close enough. Green Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood diner with one of the prettiest outdoor setups I've seen. The entire corner entrance is covered in colorful flowers, and the wraparound patio makes it feel more like a garden café than a diner. They even have covered seating along the side street, which kept us cool while giving me an excellent vantage point to supervise pedestrians, squirrels, and anyone carrying bacon. I settled onto my cooling mat under the table and got comfortable while Mom and Dad ordered. Mom had the Short Rib Tacos with a Diet Coke. She declared them delicious. Dad went with the classic scrambled eggs and bacon. Guess which meal looked easier to "accidentally" share with the dog? Neither. Apparently both plates were under strict human protection. There isn't a dog menu, and no water bowl was offered, but the staff was friendly, the patio was spacious and comfortable, and the atmosphere made it an easy place to relax for a long brunch. Dogba's Verdict Beautiful flower-covered entrance? Large covered outdoor patio? Elite people-watching opportunities? Cool enough for a summer brunch? Dog water bowl? Taco samples for the dog? Also no. 4 paws out of 5. I'd happily return... but next time I'd like to negotiate at least one short rib taco as part of my appearance fee.

    Why would you advertise such a great happy hour deal on your menu outside and not honor it…read more.. They in fact do not have $11 cocktails or $6 beers or $12 apps until closing, it's until 7pm #gag

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    Green Kitchen
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    Cafe Luka

    Cafe Luka

    3.7
    (335 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Great little sit down cafe! Had basic breakfast and got great service and great food. Very clean.read more

    My wife has always liked Cafe Luka. When we first came back to NYC over a decade ago, it was a…read moresolid breakfast spot and a nice dinner option. Portions were good and prices were higher than average but within reach. We returned yesterday for an early dinner and while the food was good and service decent, the portions and pricing have gotten out of hand. I had a pizza burger and fries for $21. No, really. It was a tasty burger but not Minetta Tavern good. My wife had a choice to make, get the spinach pie appetizer for $17 or the entree version for $27. The extra $10? Got us a salad and I am guessing a larger portion of pie. That's it...for $10 more. I remember when they would provide salad, soup, potatoes, veggies, bread, and even a dessert, for much less. The waiter did bring two pickle spears and tiny cups of cole slaw to be fair. We had water, no dessert or apps, and spent $55 for a meal that should have cost $30, maybe $35. So, you get the extra $20 this visit but you lost future visits, seems like a risky move. This is not the only spot on the neighborhood that has gone off the rails with their menu pricing management and I realize costs around labor, ingredients, utilities, etc have all gone up. Problem is, the customers pocket is only so deep and it's becoming unsustainable to continue to push the majority of the expenses onto your menu for others to subsidize. So, we didn't have a "bad" experience but walked away feeling taken advantage of in what we received for the money. Now my wife is no longer going to push for this spot in the future and we will give others a try.

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    Very nice and he let me sit at a table with my to go coffee. 10/06/22
    Very nice and he let me sit at a table with my to go coffee. 10/06/22
    Fresh Fruit Salad Small
    Fresh Fruit Salad Small
    Artwork by Alexander Kaletski 10/06/22

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    Artwork by Alexander Kaletski 10/06/22
    J.G. Melon

    J.G. Melon

    3.5
    (1.8k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Founded in 1972 by Jack O'Neill and George Melon, J.G. Melon is a legendary Upper East Side saloon…read moreand an undeniable cornerstone of New York City's burger scene. With its signature green-and-white checkered tablecloths, dark wood panels, watermelon-themed artwork, and strict cash-only policy, the pub offers a timeless, no-frills neighborhood atmosphere. Over the decades, it has amassed significant accolades--frequently named among the Best Burgers in NYC by Eater, The Infatuation, and New York Magazine, famously cited by Mayor Michael Bloomberg as serving "the best hamburger in the world," and praised by Anthony Bourdain as an essential New York institution. Using their exact menu terminology, here is how the food breaks down: Bacon Cheeseburger: Their iconic, thick beef patty broiled to order and served on a toasted bun with melted American cheese and crispy bacon, accompanied on the side by raw red onions and thick-cut pickle chips. Chili: Served by the cup or bowl, this rich, comforting house-made beef chili comes topped with chopped raw onions and melted American cheese--a classic, warm opener that pairs perfectly with an order of their signature Cottage Fried Potatoes. Service is fast, efficient, and classic old-school New York. Between the cold beers on tap, award-winning burgers, and nostalgic saloon vibe, J.G. Melon remains an essential Manhattan stop.

    A relative who lives in NYC recommended this diner/bar-vibe restaurant to us. I loved how they are…read moreable to keep prices relatively low! They are also a cash-only establishment. I got the cheeseburger, which was delicious. If I lived closer, I would come back for sure. It can get very busy and it is a compact restaurant. When seats are filled, there is little walking room because the tables are set up to maximize space. That being said, they do have a small restroom available.

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    The bar area!!
    The bar area!!
    Cheeseburger
    Cheeseburger
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