Had a nice late lunch here on our recent trip. (Note that they are often not open at dinner time.) we were told that the food and service were good and that they had a few unusual local ingredients incorporated into their menu. For this reason, I decided to go with an Arnold Bennet skillet that included smoked trout. If you at all like the thought of lox and eggs, then you definitely need to try this one. It also had Parmesan, chives, and crème fraiche mixed in. The taste of this combination on a piece of toast was delicious! And something I would happily enjoy again and at reasonable prices. Plus, it was enough food that I finished it for breakfast the next morning. The seating area looks and feels like a typical NY diner. Our waitress was quick and efficient and the coffee was good and fresh. Especially with the limited number of dining locations in the Catskills area, Phoenicia diner is definitely worth a stop. read more

This diner definitely gets packed, but thankfully, the wait usually isn't too long! The milkshakes were a little disappointing--they mostly tasted like melted ice cream rather than an actual milkshake. The cinnamon roll was the same one I had back in March, but unfortunately, the texture wasn't as soft this time. It was noticeably harder, although it was still generously covered in frosting like before. The scrambled eggs were soft and cooked well, but the biscuits and gravy were pretty heavy. The potatoes, however, were amazing! They were nice and crispy, which I really enjoyed. My daughter really enjoyed her meal. She ordered the French toast, sausage, bacon, pancakes, and eggs, and she was very happy with everything. Overall, the food was a mixed experience for me, but there were definitely some highlights--especially those crispy potatoes! read more

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I had a genuinely uncomfortable experience at Phoenicia Diner because of the repeated and completely unnecessary commentary from our waitress about what I chose to order and eat. It started when I ordered two orange juices. Instead of simply taking the order, our waitress responded, "You going to drink all that?" I found that incredibly off-putting. I'm an adult ordering and paying for my own breakfast--I don't need my server policing or commenting on how much I choose to drink. Then, when I asked if an omelet could come without the onions and cheese, she responded, "Okay, so make your own omelet." I clarified that I simply wanted the remaining two ingredients: ham and peppers. Again, the interaction felt needlessly judgmental over an extremely basic modification. Finally, I left most of the accompanying arugula salad because I don't particularly like arugula. When she came back around, she felt the need to comment yet again: "You're not going to finish that?" At that point, it was a pattern. Once would have been an awkward comment; three separate remarks about how much I ordered, how I wanted my food prepared, and how much I ate made me feel like my eating habits were being monitored throughout breakfast. A server's job is to take an order and provide hospitality, not provide unsolicited commentary on a customer's appetite or food choices. People can also have all kinds of personal, dietary, or medical reasons for what and how much they eat, none of which are a server's business. The food itself may be perfectly fine, but I left feeling scrutinized rather than welcomed. For a restaurant with such a strong reputation, I expected much more professional and gracious service. I would not want to be served by this waitress again. read more

Phoenicia diner always had a wait and it was worth it both time. Went there twice over a weekend and I see why there's a wait. You can put your name down inside and then wait on the line to order outside if you want to. Whichever happens first, just remember to return your place number. It's very much diner vibes with the local kids working all stations and the super friendly staff all the way. The food itself was really good. We got the 3500 so we could try everything. Both the pancake and French toast were amazing and thick. The sausage was particularly amazing. The corned beef skillet and chorizo sandwich were also hits!!! Would def be back! read more

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Perfect place for our first meal in the Catskills. Place has been here for ages and I felt like I walked on to a movie set, a true classic. Staff could not have been nicer. Food was great, major callout to the buttermilk pancakes, outstanding. Really, have them for breakfast, lunch dinner or desert!!!! Light fluffy, delicious, don't leave without trying them! Overall prices are reasonable and the menu is full of great options. Fyi, breakfast served all day. Will be back this trip, for sure. read more

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I've been wanting to come here for a while and it exceeding all expectations. The pancakes are to DIE for. We got pancake mix and local maple syrup to bring back home. Everything was delicious, our waitress was so patient and the diner really sang their hearts out when wishing our friend a happy birthday. Everything tastes so fresh and locally produced - the strawberry milkshake was unreal. A repeat spot, I wish I lived closer!! read more

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Ample parking in lot, don't go too fast or you'll pass it- in the middle of nowhere- was very busy too! Large group of 11 where we had a bit of a wait but not that long. Tight seating inside diner. Large covered outside dining area- good diner food and famous for it fluffy pancakes. My Ruben was thick sliced and piled with sauerkraut and dressing- delicious! Huge greasy onions rings were the talk of the table. read more

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When I imagine a classic American diner, this is what I picture. You must get the buttermilk pancakes (comes with 5 pancakes, berries, and housemade syrup) and the breakfast burrito. Those were the highlights of the meal. Orange juice is also great, but I'm not sure it's worth the $7 for a cup. We also got the chicken pot pie which has really tender chicken and a delicious slightly salty biscuit. The jalapeño cheddar hashbrowns do taste like a jalapeno popper on the inside, but the crispy fried layer of cheese doubled with the heavy cream cheese filling was a lot. There is a long wait especially if you come on a weekend during peak hours (11AM) but we explored the shops nearby and the world's largest kaleidoscope for 45 mins before we were seated at the counter. Service was fine given how busy it was. read more

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Came here for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon and we were worried that there would be a wait but thankfully we got seated right away. The moment I stepped foot in the diner, I was instantly enveloped in a nostalgic and cozy atmosphere. It was full of charm with all the decorations. Definitely what you would picture in those classic movies/shows. Food was 10/10!! I ordered the buttermilk pancakes which is what they are most famous for and for good reason too! Fluffy and light and amazing portions (5 big pancakes with mixed berries)! The pancakes were so good that we bought a bag of pancake mix to take home. My sister ordered the eggs any way and she loved everything that came with it: eggs, choice of bacon or sausage, potatoes, and toast. Everything on the menu looked absolutely delicious and it was hard to decide what to order. They have weekly specials as well. Our waitress Susie was an absolute sweetheart and made our entire experience memorable. That being that we had asked her for some more water and by the time she came back around, someone else had already stopped by and filled up our glasses. She apologized for the delay by giving us a free chocolate chip cookie and it was the best damn cookie I've had in a long time. She went above and beyond for something that wasn't a big deal, but we appreciated the thought. I'd definitely come back here if I'm near the area. read more

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This was the BEST diner I've been to in a long time. My boyfriend and I are from NJ and drive up to Belleayre for weekend ski trips, and we stopped in on our first morning. From the second we walked in, we were greeted with such a warm welcome. The inside has classic, cozy diner vibes -- booths, counter seating, and even a separate bar area. Our first visit, we ordered over-easy eggs, potatoes, bacon, and sourdough toast. Everything was cooked perfectly, and you could genuinely taste the quality of the ingredients. We loved it so much that we came back the next morning. We arrived right at opening and were treated to warm cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven with homemade cream cheese frosting. We shared one, but I could've easily eaten the whole tray -- soft and doughy inside, slightly crisp outside, and generously frosted. I ordered the "3500" (pancake, French toast, bacon, sausage, and egg), and again, everything was spot on. My boyfriend happily went for another round of eggs, potatoes, and bacon. On our way out, I noticed a Pressed Penny machine. I'm a HUGE collector but didn't have change. When I asked, the waitress went out of her way to find the shiniest pennies so I could make the best ones. It absolutely made my day. If we were locals, we'd be here all the time. They made us feel like family, and we left full, happy, and ready for the mountain. Can't wait to come back! read more

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It had been a while since I'd eaten at Phoenicia Diner (last was outside, during the pandemic) so I was happy to go on our most recent Woodstock getaway. Eating inside is so much more pleasant. No wait for a table on a Friday late morning. I started with a bloody Mary and a vanilla latte. The flavor of the bloody was really good, but I do wish it was a little bit less chunky while drinking it. The vanilla latte was just OK. We ordered a table pancakes, because you have to when you're here - pancakes are a highlight. We chose buttermilk, but I can curious about the buckwheat. They come with real maple syrup, which is everything to me... so important for me to enjoy my pancakes to the fullest. I was being really indecisive, and I just could not decide what to order. I finally selected Phoenicia Breakfast which came with beans tomatoes sausage, two eggs, sausage and I upgraded to an English muffin. Everything on my plate was delicious, but the food was on the cold end of lukewarm. The beans were actually not warm at all, but the flavor was very good. The English muffin was really tasty for what it was, but it did not remind me of an English muffin. It was incredibly dense, almost more like a crumpet. I did appreciate that it was very generously buttered There's a few things that could've improved, but overall it is an excellent meal and a really fun place to visit. If I lived up there, I would go all the time. read more

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I feel like this place is an icon and it's definitely worth it! We went here because hello, it's a staple of New York mixed with the fact that it was recently featured in a very famous Apple TV television show!!! I would say be prepared to wait because this place is popular. But the staff is used to that! You can drink at the bar while you wait and during nice weather times they have outside seating. The food was good. My favorite thing was the pancakes. We heard that they were amazing and they were. They are thick and fluffy but crispy at the same time! We also got a sandwhich and it was good and the fries were yummy and my husband got some type of loaded mac and cheese. We also got boozy milkshakes. This I could skip. They were okay. Not bad but for me wasn't worth the price. All in all this place was awesome. Would 100% recommend! read more

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LOVED IT ! Was surprised to know it's the diner from Severance if you watch the show on Apple TV! The pancakes are soooo good but also super filling so tread lightly. Portions are filling and reasonably priced. They have a pretty decent sized menu. The turn around is pretty quick so you don't end up waiting long at all. The waitress was super friendly and food came out quick. If this wasn't upstate id be a frequent visitor! No complaints at all. read more

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Nice restaurant we had lunch. Google they had outside area where I could bring my dog Raven. They also provided water and treats. The young waiter was very nice. We visited this establishment on July 16 while on vacation Phoenicia. read more

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The long awaited Phoenicia Diner experience has finally arrived. There are no reservations, got here around 11 am on a Saturday morning was told an hour wait, which wound up being about an hour and a half. They give you a random number on a vintage key chain. It's an old school feel, with lots of outdoor decor. While we waited we went to the bar section and got fall inspire Aperol spritz's that came with apple cider as well as cappuccinos. The cappuccino was delectable. This helped pass the time. The wait was definately worth it. PANCAKES 10/10. We got the buttermilk pancakes which were fluffy, tasty, and epic! Also got a farmer's skillet with over easy eggs and added bacon. The bacon was some of the best bacon I have ever tried. We also got the chocolate chip cookies to go! AMAZING such good flavor and soft inside. read more

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This diner is quite a popular destination in the area. It was packed with people and by the time we left, cars had started to park along the highway shoulder because the parking lot was full. You can choose to order from their pick up station and eat outside or wait for a table or bar seating indoors. They initially told us the wait for two would be 25 minutes, but it ended up being closer to 15. I ordered a non-alcoholic mocktail and they served it to me with alcohol. I am pregnant, so this was very distressing, but given people's alcohol sensitivities these days, this is a pretty egregious mistake in general. When I alerted our waitress, there was also no apology or attempt to make things right, so this soured my whole experience of the place. To eat, I had the jalapeño popper hash browns. This was a unique dish that I was excited to try. The hash browns were crispy on top, with cream cheese and stringy potatoes underneath. The dish came with eggs and roasted tomato. The hash brown mix was way too salty so that made the dish hard to eat, but I think it'd be tasty had that not been the case. I also got the pancakes, which were fluffy and served with fresh blueberries and strawberries. They actually paired pretty nicely with the hash brown cream cheese, for a sweet and savory combination. My husband got the arnold bennett skillet and enjoyed it. They have a great menu, so I can see why this place attracts a crowd. However, the issue with the alcohol was unacceptable. read more

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This was recommended to us by a friend as the perfect way to start our weekend in the Catskills and I am so happy we listened to her. On a Friday afternoon we got a table right away (which was honestly a surprise because the parking lot was completely packed). This feels like a perfect old school diner with booths, counter seating, tables, and menus along the wall. And then you realize that they have a full bar and there is trout listed on the menu at least 4 times. I love a little old and a little new. We got drip coffees (perfectly hot and strong) and a couple cocktails to properly kick off vaca. My Bloody Mary might have been the best Bloody Mary I've ever had. It was so good! I am craving another just typing this review. I got the Farmer's Skillet with scrambled eggs, which is some variation of my usual at a dinner and loved every bite. I also tried a bite of The Mitchell (a tuna fish sandwich) and agreed it was fantastic. Tunafish should always have pickled in it in my opinion! A great lunch and a great stop. read more

Returned back to one of thee greatest diners in the usa. The service was still the same.,The awesome manager was the same. And the food remains top notch. Five stars is not enough for this gem. read more

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I've been meaning to come to this spot for a while now and it didn't disappoint! First off, we had the kindness server - warm and welcoming. The food was all wonderful. Nice portions and everything cooked and seasoned well. We of course tried the cinnamon roll as per our server's recommendation, and were very happy with the choice. The restaurant was clean she buzzing. It also features one of the cutest bathrooms I've ever been in! I'll definitely be back next time I'm up in this area. read more

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It's a Catskill relic, so it was only right that we went! What a cute little diner!!! We got there right when it opened because its first come, first serve. That was a power move on our part. It started to get packed quickly! The food was good! I got the biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were nice and buttery. So soft. The gravy was great, too. It was lacking a TAD bit of flavor. I wish the sausage pieces were a little larger, too. The pancakes, which they are known for, were good! They were soft and pillowy. Delish. The service was good. Our waiter was spread thin for a little while her coworkers came in about an hour after we were seated. They had merch to buy and of course I had to partake! Such cute little souvenirs! Overall, a great place to visit!!! Especially if you're a Severance fan! read more

Phoenicia Diner is worth coming to! An elevated diner with amazing staff and delicious food! The onion rings were to die for and the COFFEE was really so delicious. I want to come back to try more food items. read more

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I've always heard from folks in surrounding towns, in not surrounding towns, from people all across the internet even, that Phoenicia Diner is AMAZING and a must-go if in the area. I never knew why or if they had any stand out food items other than their pancakes, but we happened to be in the area and made it a point to try -- but I definitely was left disappointed. Pros: - This is such a unique diner menu, where they're not just serving your average wraps and diner plates. This definitely is the only diner that I've seen have a burger mac and cheese burrito and the only diner where the staff has recommended the shrimp and grits to me (because who goes to diners for seafood?) - Outside patio area is extremely cute and perfect for those in the area with pets! Cons: - I just truly didn't think the food was that great. The shrimp and grits were tasty but nothing special, the burger mac burrito fell apart immediately after receiving it making it super hard to eat. The mac and cheese itself was creamy but lacked flavor and the onion rings were just filled with oil. All the food just seemed extremely heavy and rich. Was this our fault since we didn't get the pancakes? Possibly. But I had such high hopes when the staff raved about these items prior to ordering that it just couldn't meet these high expectations. I probably wouldn't return, unless for the pancakes -- just to say that I've tried them. read more

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Phoenicia Diner is very popular in the area but absolutely not overrated and if there's a wait for a table, it's worth it. The food is outstanding. The decor and vibe in there is of a retro diner, but the food is much more elevated than a typical diner. We stopped in around 2:30pm, after the breakfast/brunch rush and were seated right away. Started with coffees, fresh squeezed OJ, and a giant cookie. I had the jalapeno popper stuff hashbrowns and my husband had the corned beef skillet. Both were unbelievably good, made with fresh ingredients (including house cured corned beef). We went the breakfast route for this meal, but the lunch options around us looked fantastic as well. Service was kind and attentive. We will not hesitate to return next time we're in the area. We may even drive out of the way for it. read more

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Stop by this popular spot after 2 hrs on railsroad track. Diner is so nice, clean and welcome. They are so busy I think from local and tourist. We ended up sat at the bar because no line on that, table waiting 15 mins. Our service is so welcome and polite. I got full Phoenicia breakfast, my man got meatloaf with both came in big plates. Tasty good, fresh and full. If u want full American diner experience recommended!! read more

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Coziest spot in the catskills to get some damn good pancakes. We love this spot from the pancakes to the lunch to the drinks and the fresh squeezed OJ. the maple syrup is NY maple syrup and wow it makes all the difference. Can't say enough good stuff about the staff too. They sell the pancake mix so you know I got one to take home too. And vegan pancakes too!!! So don't be shy there's something for everyone. read more

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Great food and atmosphere. We come here every year we come up to the Catskills. The food is consistently good each time. Can't wait to come back. Ordered the Mt. Tremper omelette without onions and a matcha, pancakes are delish and freshly squeezed oj is a plus read more

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Easily the best reuben I've ever had I was so impressed with the food and service. I'll definitely stop by anytime I'm nearby. read more

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Phoenicia Diner is a well known spot, so we knew we had to stop on our drive back to the city. We were seated promptly and greeted with friendly service. The vibe is classic and welcoming, your quintessential diner. We ordered the Catskills Po'boy and the Classic Turkey Club, both of which we enjoyed. Overall, a great dining experience and I would definitely return to try more of their dishes! read more

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I do like this spot but I do think it is very overhyped and over priced as a result. The atmosphere is true retro diner vibes and the service was lovely despite the fact its always bustling. We shared the tortilla soup, chicken pot pie, and the jalapeño popper hash. Soup was ok. The chicken pot pie/biscuit dish was super rich, filling and hearty. The star of the show was definitely the jalapeño popper hash- so much carby goodness. Nothing was bad but given it has such a mighty reputation, I always expect my socks to be knocked off and it was just an average brunch/lunch in my opinion! read more

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1 & 1/2...Nah...Like surely countless others I was drawn in here by it's updated classic diner exterior and amazingly scenic location on the curb of the road on a gorgeous stretch of Rt 28 in the Catskills, along with the jammed packed parking lot on a glorious September late morning one Friday. I'd also heard and read about this place here and there through the years in the context of talking with NYC friends or reading NYC periodicals about visits and moves up into the Catskills that I knew what I was walking into, a longtime local institution purchased and spiffed up and given the hipster treatment by some of many NYC transplants that have flooded into the region in the last decade plus, a trend which was turbo-charged during the pandemic and it's aftermath. Unfortunately what I experienced wound up being what I consider to be a worse case scenario when it comes to Upstate gentrification. I had been craving a classic upstate diner breakfast of corned beef hash so I sidled up to the lone available seat at the packed counter in the still classic looking albeit slightly Memphis-Milanoified dining room, scanned the menu and selected the corned-beef skillet. What arrived was decidedly not hash but an extremely half-assed alternative, which surely ranked as one of the worst breakfast's I can remember having anytime recently and likely also one of the worst meals I've had this year. Rather than properly cooked hash it was a random assortment chewy fatty grizzly chopped up scraps of corned beef carelessly and joylessly tossed with random peppers onions, eggs poached as requested and extremely undercooked cubes of potatoes, along with some random mystery flavors I was unable to recognize other than the fact that they were extremely prominent and very unpleasant. I probably made it through about 1/4 of the gross plate before calling it a day and requesting a check. As if the horrible meal wasn't enough to make me loath this place, it's important to note that this nasty plate of thoughtless slop, alongside the rest of the menu was priced at a Manhattan scale of $18, surely out of the budget range of most of the actual longtime residents the community and catering primarily to wealthy NYC transplants and visitors and further reinforcing and exacerbating the affordability crisis that has resulted for longtime residents as a result of these trends. There's still a great many longtime beloved local diners and hole in the wall greasy spoons across the region that not only support longtime residents and local traditions but also surely have much much better food, it's surely our duty, especially for us visiting Citiots to patronize those establishments and especially avoid this one like the plague. Horrible overpriced food with the worst of NYC pretentious and rude service and elitism combined, truly the worst of all worlds. read more

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By law you can't drive by this diner more than twice and not stop in for breakfast or lunch. Just get there early if possible if you are eating in, it's also good for take out if you are hitting the road. Set your expectation to 'diner' level and you will get far more than you expect out of each dish. It's also an over all pleasant environment with a great view and our door seating and service that gets you what you need. If you have vegan eaters in your group, they have an additional vegan menu if you ask for it. read more

Absolutely loved this gem! The vibes of this diner are immaculate. I love the old school feel about this place. Makes it feel like a little slice of home! We sat at the counter and had wonderful service. My husband had the Wittenberg bagel with trout and said the flavors were awesome. I had the house made granola with yogurt and it was the perfect light breakfast I was looking for. We were in and out in no time, which is just what we wanted. Will absolutely return to this great find! read more

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A very classic diner right outside Woodstock. Stopped in for a comfort breakfast with a group and it was full within 30 min of opening! I went with the basic egg, sausage and potatoes and loved that they had a gluten free toast option. However, was pretty disappointed by the potatoes and thought the meal was pretty bland! They had food for all dietary restrictions which was appreciated but I didn't get to try the gluten free pancakes this time. Overpriced in my opinion and can't say it was worth the price. read more

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I had so much about the famous Phoenicia Diner, so we had to visit! The food and menu is pretty standard American diner fare. I really liked that they had a good mocktail selection. My favorite aspect is that they are dog friendly! There were so many friendly dogs enjoying a meal with their families. All of us, including our pup, had a great time. read more

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When you go upstate, this is the place to be. It's a MESS of a DISASTER of a parking lot to get in but once you do, there's tons of space inside and out. Great menu with lots of options for everyone. Keep in mind that it is BUSY. Like REALLY BUSY. So be patient, expect to wait. Everything here is great. read more

Absolutely worth the trip. Was visiting the Catskills and stumbled upon this diner and had heard some good things so we decided to stop in. We knew immediately from the crowd it was gonna be a special place. Our food was absolutely to die for. So good we had to go back another time before we left to go home. If you are searching for a classic dinner vibe with modern cuisine, this is your place. read more

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As someone who doesn't believe social media hype, my friends wanted to check out this place because of the hype so I had no choice but to tag along. They only accept walk in's. Upon requesting a table, we were given a number. Our number was called out on the speaker system when our table was ready. We were waiting outside and were able to hear our number on the speaker system. We were told it would be a 30-40 min wait but we only waited for 15 minutes! Food and drinks were delicious (pancakes were to die for)! What made our experience a 5 star experience was our waitress Christine (extremely attentive and kind) and the hostess. Christine went above and beyond to make sure we were in good hands! read more

We had breakfast here. The corn beef skillet and 3500 were so good. The vibe inside was very fun and inviting.

One of the most disappointing diner experiences. Reviews tout this as the best diner in Phoenicia, which might be true, but the food here is mediocre at best. The corned beef in the corned beef skillet was good quality, but the dish was small and one of the poached eggs was literally hard boiled. The patty melt was bland, under seasoned and small for the price. We had to send back the French toast. Almost all of the pieces were burned, with the burnt sides turned down, with the restaurant trying to hide. They were quick about getting a replacement dish out though. The burger was supposed to be medium, but was cooked well done and very dry. The bright spot was the vegan pancakes which were good for vegan pancakes. read more

Heard about this place being a must visit in the Catskills. Thought it might be a tourist trap. Our wait was told 25 minutes. Turned out about 40, but they have a great 'waiting' area where you can get coffee or other drinks or even order food and get it in the covered outside area. Great wait strategy plus a good business plan. Place was packed and getting more packed by the minute. Lin story short- once we got seated they were efficient and pleasant. Food came out pretty quick. And most importantly food was fantastic. I had some kind of pork cutlet with fried egg and some tasty sauce. It was fantastic. Wife got a jalapeño cheese hash dish that was incredibly flavorful. Daughter got a taco breakfast bowl of some kind. She loved it. Prices were reasonable and serving sizes were great. Good coffee too! Not a tourist trap. read more

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