The Red Flame

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Need a meal late at night? Reasonably priced in Midtown Manhattan? This isn't a bad place that fits the bill. We can in after 9:40PM and the person advised us they close at 11:00PM, which is more than enough time. We ordered omelets (spinach, tomato, and mushrooms) with hash brown and toast. Quick and easy. It came out within a short amount of time. The waiter checked on our water cups. Can't ask for anything more since our bellies were full. We continue on our way home. Next time you need a simple meal, check them out! read more

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Alicia N.

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Found this little gem of a diner looking for a place to grab lunch right of Grand Central! Diners are always great so we figured we would give it a try! Waiters were wonderful! All of them. Always checking in , filling up coffee cups , restaurant was clean and not overly busy . We didn't need to wait when we arrived. My friend and both ordered an omelette . She built hers and I just added an item to my omelette. I know it's New York but when it's 4.50 extra just to add ham to your omelette!! I think that's a bit too much!! My omelette already came with mushroom and cheese. Meanwhile my friend was charged 1.50 for each item . Makes no sense to me. Even after asking about it! The potatoes were dry, wasn't a fan but I enjoyed my omelette and that's all I needed at the time! I did see other dishes go by that looked great! It's a place to check out if you want Diner food! read more

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Claire H.

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Food: a really good Caesar wrap! Yummy crispy fries! Service: SLOW! Sorry but I had to raise my hand and ask for water ... and I'm use to constant refills. Ambiance: a great diner vibe! Fast paced! Easy bites! read more

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Will W.

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Staff are so friendly, professional, and attentive. Classic American diner feel and food. Exactly what you'd want and expect. Good quality, no funny foodie things. Just straight up American Diner done well. But they also have Greek food! read more

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My friend and I walked over from Grand Central for lunch. It was super close and easy to get to. Lots of menu options and service was quick, which I appreciated. We both ordered omelets and enjoyed them, but the potatoes fell flat and didn't have much flavor. Overall a convenient spot for a quick bite. read more

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Kat C.

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Have been visiting Red Flame for well over 30 years and they remain my go to diner in the area. The diner is clean, inviting and comfortable. The staff is super efficient, NY-speedy and very friendly. It's like they've seen it all so nothing bothers them. The food is always consistently good and coffee replenished without hesitation. Kudos! read more

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A great diner for lunch. Brightly lit. Comfortable booths. My open faced turkey sandwich was delicious. Service was good. read more

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Bryan H.

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Red Flame is a typical in & out diner. Nothing fancy quick service decent breakfast. Diner atmosphere . There are better options but if you're in the area and want a quick decent breakfast this is the place. read more

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Joe S.

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I haven't been to this diner since 1989. It's the same! It looks exactly the same to me. I asked the waitress and it's been there since the late 70s. They have a huge menu. If you order smart, you can get out without feeling raped. But it is very expensive. The food was just barely OK, but I'm giving it four stars because of nostalgia. Service was great and the woman who filled the coffee got an extra tip from me because she was just so darn old NY. read more

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Ted R.

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To be honest, I ate at this restaurant because it was only half a block away from where I was staying on 44th St. and 6th Avenue. Because of that, I wound up eating dinner and breakfast there. To quote Lew H.'s review from May 2005, "The Red Flame is okay, nothing more, nothing less. The food is okay, the service is okay, the interior is okay." Everything was a solid three stars -- not bad, but nothing stands out. On the plus side, they have a tremendous variety of food -- something that is typical at many New York diners. However, nothing stands out as memorable. Also, I felt the price was very high for mid-level quality ($70.68 for dinner). For dinner, we ordered a hamburger and fries, a roast beef sandwich, a wrap. For breakfast we had eggs, toast, corn beef hash, and potatoes; a strawberry granola crunch; and a bagel with cream cheese and lox. Again, nothing memorable, but more expensive than I would have guessed ($65.92 for breakfast). Service was good, probably a four star rating, but value was a two star rating. read more

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Lew H.

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You know, you cannot eat designer food for every meal even when you're in New York City. Sometimes, you need a down & dirty diner. That is what Red Flame is! You get a lot of food and you get it fast! The service has picked up since my last visit and the waitstaff was very attentive. I like to try diners everywhere I go and the Red Flame fit the bill. The price is right. Is it fancy? Definitely not. But, when you're hungry or in a hurry, this is the place for you! The dining room and the kitchen appear to be very clean. The staff must have been trained with the old Ray Kroc adage "if you have time to lean, you have time to clean!" Because they were all sweeping and wiping and disinfecting. So do I recommend the Red Flame? Yes, with those caveats above! read more

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Francesca L.

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Who doesn't love an old-school coffee shop/diner breakfast?!? I met up with a friend at the Red Flame in Midtown Manhattan. It was one of go-to places when I worked in the Calendar Building, across from the main library and Bryant Park. She had the waffle; I had the Florentine omelette. The service is great and they keep the coffee flowing! They read more

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Susan D.

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Old school diner vibe, lots of choices on the menu for a good hardy breakfast. Service was quick and efficient, and we got in and out pretty quickly to get on our are way. We shared the pancakes as they're big and plenty for the two of us with coffee and tea. Good find when you need a decent breakfast. read more

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Rogel H.

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If you want a quick delicious meal before going to see a Broadway show, this is a nice place to visit. Away from the hustle of Times Square but only two blocks away, this place offers your run of the mill diner fare, from burgers to salads and breakfast dishes. Came here after s show at Town Hall and was greeted by lovely lady who sat us down right away. Though the kitchen closes in 45 mins, the food came out hot and delicious. One caveat though, the prices can be very steep. Had their Red Flame wrap with onion rings and a Coke and it came to almost $26 Yes if you go to your neighborhood diner, that amount may include a dessert as well. It is located around the theater district and you pay for the location. Overall I enjoyed dining at this place with friendly waitstaff, the service is quick and yes the food is good. Can you find someplace better? Yes! But if you want to seat down to get away from the chaos of Times Square, sit yourself down in a comfy booth and enjoy a tasty meal. read more

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Krista F.

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What a great experience. We are traveling with a family from Spain who wanted an American "diner" experience. This fit the bill! Everything was absolutely delicious. The baked goods, pies, cakes, puddings, cookies, muffins, you name it, were all perfect! The fries, burgers and salads were perfect. They had beer and wine. The experience will leave our friends wanting to come back. I honestly think we found the perfect spot for comfort and healthy options. The staff was very welcoming and attentive. A five star diner atmosphere and adventure! Thank you!! read more

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Rai R.

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The Red Flame Diner serves great breakfasts, are super-fast and clean. It can also be an expensive breakfast. Don't be surprised at breakfast for 2 at $48 (French toast and 1 egg with bacon) and then the taxes and mandatory tip take you to $60. So look at the specials and be careful or ordering a la carte. Nice having a coat rack to use as some of the booths are small. read more

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Janice O.

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Really love this place pre theatre matinee as I was in the mood for breakfast. They were quite busy, but found seats at the counter. Everyone was very nice and we didn't feel rushed. Next time I need to try dessert. I think they try to seat everyone in a timely manner as I noticed a small table wedged in where a table shouldn't be for an older woman by herself that couldn't sit at the counter. And kudos to an old fashioned self service coat rack. Will definitely be coming back here again. read more

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Ira L.

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This place is a throwback to old diners, but without the funky 50's music-- which I'm grateful for. The decor the old style upholstery and even a colander clock! Super clean tables, floors everything. Now for the food. The turkey was from the real bird, not deli processed. Soups were tasty and fruit was fresh and tasty. Prices were reasonable for nyc. Could have used a bit more salt, but that's more personal preference. Service and speed were great too. read more

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Stephanie G.

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Traditional diner, for sure. Prices and portions are right. We needed quick food, and we weren't disappointed. Service was quick, and the restaurant was pretty quiet. read more

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Amos S.

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FOOD: I didn't try any "food", though I will say they had a pretty large menu. From breakfast delights to dinner, they seemed to offer a little bit of everything. I did order cheesecake and a hot chocolate, and my Judez ordered hot chocolate and key lime. My cheesecake was delicious btw... as long as the cocoa. SERVICE: Fast. Accurate. Polite. Nothing more, nothing less. AMBIANCE: If you're from NYC, then it's just a typical diner. This one is off 42nd and 6th I think. So, midtown, Times Square (just not IN Times Square, which is obviously a good thing). If you're not from NYC, just imagine what you'd think a diner in the city is like; it's like that. I really liked it. Cheesecake was good and hot cocoa was too. Close enough to Times Square and Broadway without being RIGHT on it. Neat little diner. Fast service. Decent prices (actually on the cheap side as far as other places in the city go, which is a good thing). Good food. Big menu. Open late. read more

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Stephanie M.

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Pancakes, waffles were your average diner food, it was good! Hashbrowns were weird, it was like a boiled potato sliced up and then browned, was not expecting that, it was a little strange. read more

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Darren R.

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I am in the neighborhood a lot and feel like I've been sleeping on this place. The place looked very clean and I was seated quickly and the service was attentive and professional. The food came out quick, but tasted great and made with fresh ingredients. I'll def be back. I would say Red Flame is a slight edge on many other diners I've been to in the city. read more

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Alexandre M.

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The food is great. The ambience is amazing. And the service is very nice and very clean. read more

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Deron R.

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Fantastic diner near midtown. Great Greek owned diner with all the usual suspects on the menu, soup to nuts as they say!. I went for the chef salad which is mostly chef and very little salad. Which is okay with me. Turkey was the fresh roasted kind, not the pressed slimy version. Ham Swiss cheese, cucumber tomatoes and such. Service was great as I sat at the diner counter. Go get you some! read more

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Ley T.

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For how much the menu has to offer, I was pleasantly surprised that my entire party liked our meals. Their french onion soup was pretty good for $7, and their appetizers were decent. Don't come here expecting a phenomenal meal, but if you're looking for an expansive menu and quick service, this place is a good bet. read more

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Kimberly S.

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I love this restaurant. I've been going here regularly and stopping in at least once a month for breakfast before a nearby appointment. But lately I've noticed something that bothers me and leave this review in the hopes that the restaurant will see it and make an adjustment. Unlike other diners, the Red Flame does not have its bussers bringing you coffee. (I think they used to, but my last few visits they haven't.) so I have to wait for the waiter/waitress to do so. And it's taking a long time. Sometimes not until I get my food. Meanwhile, I can see the wait staff standing INCHES away from the coffee pots chatting with each other. Please get the coffee out as soon as you take my order or allow the bussers to bring it again. read more

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Jill R.

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We came by for lunch, and the place was busy. The staff was nice and pleasant and didn't make us wait long for a table. We ordered drinks, eggs, toast, fries, burgers, etc. It was pleasant, friendly, and enjoyable. We will come by again when we have a chance. read more

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David T.

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A favorite when I visit. Cozy diner feel at all hours. Solid diner food. Very helpful staff. What I envisioned Seinfeld episodes looked like. read more

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Jen K.

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Delicious diner down the street from hotel. Went there every morning except for one on my visit up to New York City. Delicious breakfast and great service !! Endless cups of coffee read more

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Fawn G.

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Growing up in Brooklyn, eating at a diner was my family outing: pre or post movie, early Sunday dinner or post beach club, The Arch, The Seaview and the Kings Plaza diner were all on our neighborhood radar and were owned by Greek owners who IMO, ran the best diners. If we wanted a really good burger deluxe or a Western Omelette with a really good cup of coffee, the diner was THE place. Today, sadly, Brooklyn really doesn't have a great diner. We happened upon Red Flame merely by accident, we were avoiding NYC marathon routes thus post Bryant Park visit, we decided to walk in Grand Central Terminal direction. The diner is quite large: two floors and a counter. We were seated in a cozy booth and were handed a menu that was the size of The NY Times. We both knew we wanted a turkey burger deluxe. My friend Rochelle ordered it a bit differently: the Western Cowboy deluxe which comes with cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce just substituted a turkey patty instead of beef. We were served coleslaw and pickles while our orders were being prepared. Back in the day, Brooklyn diners laid out a separate bowl of pickles ( sour, half sour, etc) and plates of coleslaw. Here we are served coleslaw in tiny plastic containers and a pickle. Let's just say here's where you don't judge a book by it's cover: the coleslaw blew me away.. the creamiest, freshest slaw I've tasted in a long time. I loved it so much, " More please!" and my waitress delivered. The turkey burger was delicious and the fries were super crispy and just out of the oven hot. However, the lettuce that accompanied it looked inedible. Rochelle's Cowboy was missing it's lasso: it stated onion rings and she was served two and fries. We were hoping to split my fries and her rings.. oh well. She found the BBQ sauce salty. The portions are generous so this could be lunch/dinner. The service was pleasant and quick. I'm dropping one star for inedible lettuce, seriously Red Flame your cole slaw is delicious and needs to be served in a plate not a tiny container and lastly the Cowboy Burger did state onion rings and we were ring less. I now know that a Brooklyn Diner still exists I just have to travel to Manhattan. read more

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Kyle L.

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the red flame is a casual diner that had quick and quality service. They have tons of menu options, including all-day breakfast. I had their cheesesteak, while my friends had their Gyro and Roast chicken. Everything came out quickly and was enjoyable. read more

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Maki S.

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Conveniently located across the street from the Royalton, we treated ourselves to breakfast here a couple of times. The diner is deceptively big as it's two-story seating so don't let a full first floor fool you. We got seated almost immediately both times. Service was cordial but prompt and the food was consistently good. I ordered a cup of yogurt with granola and strawberries and got fresh ingredients which was a pleasant surprise. They keep the coffee coming which is my favorite part of all. I had 5 cups of decaf one morning ! read more

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Halli C.

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Walked right in to the bar when they were backed up and busy. It was pretty good food and nice old style place! read more

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David S.

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Thoroughly mediocre food quality in all aspects but fine service and fine ambiance for a diner. Bland French onion soup. Rather tasteless spinach+mushroom omelette with forgettable potatoes. Dry, chewy tasteless rye. The best part? The side of cottage cheese. read more

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Tarek E.

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As Diner food goes, this was one of the better places to go. Staple diner style bacon cheese burger deluxe was very good. Served with a quarter head of lettuce (fresh) a beefsteak tomato slice and golden brown French fries. A small sealed container of coleslaw, deli mustard, mayonnaise, and a wedge of deli pickle is offered on a condiments plate. The only suggestion I would provide is to serve a better bun, albeit the current on is not completely bad. Service was fine and the staff were also pleasant. Prices for Manhattan, were reasonable. The Ambience was ok, bright lighting and a more modern look as well. read more

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Michelle P.

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6 orders. 4 sides. cheese fries are regular fries with melted american cheese on top. a burger does not come with fries. fountain drinks are cans. everything is stale and dry. marinara sauce tastes like it's from a jar. smoothie is 9 dollars and is extremely small. curly fries are actually really good. 104 bill. just go somewhere else. read more

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Joanna S.

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Great classic diner food. Egg salad sandwich on rye is a good staple. Love the Mozz sticks here. Don't skip the pickles!

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Astrid J.

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Nice diner atmosphere but the food was extremely disappointing. "Turkey burger" was a very dry, stiff and obviously once-frozen patty on a completely dry bun; incredibly unappealing. Onion and lettuce costs extra. Fries were good though. read more

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Yan F.

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Stumbled upon this place. It's neither good nor bad. Typical diner. I got my usual tea and a yogurt parfait. I like how thick their yogurt is. They must use the brand Fage and the granola is fresh. I wish the place wasn't so cramped but it is Manhattan. I would come back here to try more food in the future. read more

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Stacey T.

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Stayed at the Royalton Hotel across the street, stopped in for breakfast after the Thanksgiving parade. Nice little diner. Three omelettes, one pancake for the table, two coffees, and a hot chocolate. All very tasty and very filling. Fast and friendly service. read more

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67 W 44th St
New York, NY 10036
Midtown West
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(212) 869-3965
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Hours

What time does The Red Flame open?

The Red Flame opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Red Flame close?

The Red Flame closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Red Flame take Bitcoin?

No, The Red Flame does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Red Flame take credit cards?

Yes, The Red Flame takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Red Flame have catering options?

Yes, The Red Flame does have catering options.

Does The Red Flame have a drive thru?

No, The Red Flame does not have a drive thru.

Does The Red Flame serve alcohol?

Yes, The Red Flame serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Red Flame allow dogs?

No, The Red Flame does not allow dogs.

Does The Red Flame have TVs?

No, The Red Flame does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Red Flame have bike parking?

No, The Red Flame does not have bike parking.

Does The Red Flame have outdoor seating?

No, The Red Flame does not have outdoor seating options.

Does The Red Flame have parking?

Yes, The Red Flame has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Red Flame wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Red Flame is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Red Flame have free WiFi?

No, The Red Flame does not have free WiFi.

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Parker & Quinn

Dauiela is the best! kept our water full, our steak TASTY, and gave us ample amounts of ketchup and…read morechipotly aioli. Also a PERFECTLY seared fish (plus well cooked capers). would DEFINITELY go again. One catch - there could be more lights, but the staff helped us by giving us a second light, and showing us the ambience by changing the intensity of the light & color temperature. The staff were very helpful.

I came in here on a Monday night to grab a quick bite- terrible!…read moreBar was dirty, not wiped down. Ordered a glass of white wine which immediately smelled like bar soap. Skeptical on the experience thus far- I only ordered a wedge salad. That is the only savior of the review. The salad was a good portion with fresh lettuce, decent amount of blue cheese, and nice chunks of bacon. Service was not friendly and seemed annoyed I was there. Definitely won't be back next time I'm in the city.

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Valerie

Came for Brunch on a Sunday . Great food (try the shrimp &…read moreGrits- different but really good). Live music is fabulous (Danny Lipsitz) and the drinks are perfect. Of all the places to go In New York, Glad we stopped here . The attentive service (Bar and Restaurant) made the experience even better. Great job Valerie's !!

Came here for a slightly early dinner after a Broadway show with a party of 4 on a Sunday evening…read more We had a reservation, but it didn't seem like we would have needed one, but I suppose better safe than sorry. The ambiance feels straight of the golden age, which is an aesthetic I'm certainly a sucker for. Even their robust cocktail menu fits the bill and is one of the prettiest menus I've ever had the joy of perusing. Staff was able to sit us a little bit ahead of our reservation which was also much appreciated. Wait staff was also very helpful and attentive, I don't think I've ever had my water glass so topped off! Starting off with cocktails, this place is a gin bar through and through and you'd be making a mistake if you didn't try one of their many options. I went with the 10,000 words, which you simply just give a spirit of your choice (I picked gin of course) and whether you antes) wanted your drink shaken or stirred and the bartender does the rest, so a bit of a surprise! I wound up with their version of The Last Word which was delightfully citrusy but I was hoping I'd wind up with something a little more adventurous app things considered. My girlfriend got the blackberry G&T, which was not only very pleasing to look at but delicious to boot. For food, we started with splitting some zucchini blossoms and beef cheek bao buns (both come in portions of 3). Both were tasty, but I love a good bao bun and these were so light and pillowy, I could have just went for an order of those for my main course. For the entree I went for the roasted half chicken, perhaps the most unassuming choice on the menu but this was maybe the best roast chicken I've ever had. Prepared perfectly, cooked to perfection, excellent portion size, and the kicker of it all was the stunning gravy that I was tempted to lick my plate for. Chicken is very easy to screw up, and they nailed it on all fronts here. My girlfriend went for the Valerie Signature burger with white cheddar and this thing did not mess around! A very rich patty, cooked to her temperature of choice served alongside some garlic truffle fries that made an American classic feel just a little more elevated. Our experience was delightful and I'd love to comeback here again, especially to check out more of the cocktail menu and soak in more of that golden age aura the place gives.

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Monkey Bar

4.3

(492 reviews)

0.6 mi

Visiting the monkey bar was a fantastic experience! The atmosphere was lively, the drinks were…read moredelicious, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. It's a great spot to unwind and have fun with friends. Highly recommend!

Amazing vibes and food! We got a lunch reservation and I was surprised at how busy the restaurant…read morestill was. Service was a bit slow but not an issue. The waiter was really nice. I ordered the non-alcoholic ginger drink, spicy rigatoni pasta and the truffles pasta and Monkey Bread. Everything was so light and fluffy. None of the food felt heavy or greasy. Would definitely come here again!

Truffle Monkey Bread (~$35)

Spicy Shrimp scampi

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Truffle Monkey Bread

Park Avenue Tavern

We stopped here for our arrival dinner and within walking distance from our hotel in Manhattan on…read moreour way to visit Grand Central Station. We enjoyed the food and ambience. Service was great and we had a relaxed meal. I ordered a grilled chicken Cobb salad (photo included), which was substantial, fresh and delicious. We also meandered to the lower level and discovered another lovely bar area on our way to the restrooms. The stairs are a bit steep, but great decor with a nod to NY subway entrance as you descend.

First time here on a biz trip and met up with a friend for dinner…read more Was seated for my reso right away and had a cushy banquette table. The service was no nonsense NY efficient. They have a solid menu with standard tavern offerings. We ordered a burger and the special chicken with rice and beans. The food was good -- not great-- overall. The comeback chicken was nice and warm but a hit anemic on the portion while the rice and beans were room temp. The sauce was delicious! The burger was solid as were the fries. All in all a good experience and I'd come back to try other things on the menu.

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Bryant Park Grill

Our group of 5 met here for Saturday lunch and were seated in the large covered dining room. I…read moreenjoyed the atmosphere, which reminded me of a garden atrium and felt serene. Waitstaff were excellent and all service was top notch. The food was prepared well and fresh. I enjoyed Cobb salad and other diners selected a Thai duck salad with papaya and mango, Caesar salad, crab cake, watercress soup, and crispy Canadian salmon with spring vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their selections.

Didn't check the reviews beforehand because we only intended to have drinks, but should've known…read morethat places like this are only for the atmosphere. We asked if we were able to just sit at a table for drinks, she said yes. The wine selection was minimal and not good, but we ordered 2 glasses anyway. We asked the server if we could order bread for our son. He said "I'll bring bread after you order food." We told him we were only there for drinks but were happy to pay for a bread order. He begrudgingly said okay. After being there 10 minutes, we decided we wanted an appetizer so went for the tuna crudo. Not did it taste awful, it didn't even look appealing. It also oddly came out with a massive piece of grilled bread?! Bizarre combo. Do yourself a favor and just sit in Bryant Park, don't waste your money here.

Inside very comfortable setting

Filet mignon Cheddar Cheeseburger

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View from our table

The Independent

Always looking for easy places with good food close to where I stay for work…read more This place is fantastic! Good ambience, great food selections, friendly bartender, easy location. I had the charcuterie chips which were beyond delicious! Generous portion, I didn't think I'd eat it all, but I did! I had the lavender 75 cocktail, which was also delicious. It was quiet when I arrived, so I sat right down, but as the time progressed people that were coming to see the Knicks game filtered in, and it got quite full. Good value, good service, good food, good location. I will be back!

3.5 rounding up to 4…read more We came here after a long walk around midtown and wanted a late night bite and some drinks. The interior is very cool with a speakeasy vibe. We sat at the bar but they do have tables. What was ordered: Drinks - Lavender 75 Cucumber Basil Cooler Pepperoncini Martini Cavi-tini Food- Margarita Pinsa The pinsa was delicious and really well executed for a late night bar snack. The drinks were creative and well crafted. Dinging them for the service. The bartender was brand new and did not know her way around the bar or the menu. She kept telling us it was her 3rd day and asking other staffers for help. She was super friendly and nice, just not remotely professional! Her personality was great, so I hope she settles in and gets familiar with the job.

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Friedman's

Had reservations for 2 on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. We got there about three…read moreminutes late, but they seated us within 5 minutes in a booth. It was our first time eating at a Friedman's location. It had a nice diner feel to it, with a mix of booths and tables. The brunch menu has a variety of breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and burgers, starters, and entrees (fish tacos, grain bowl, fried chicken). I like that several of the items are naturally gluten free, and some can be made gluten free by request. We decided to go with three breakfast items from the brunch menu: I got the shakshuka, my sister got the Nova Benny, and we got the lemon ricotta pancakes to share. All 3 dishes were great. The shashuka came with grilled ciabatta, perfect for dipping into the sunny side eggs and tomato sauce. My sister loved that the poached eggs and smoked salmon of the Nova Benny came on top of a crispy potato latke. The pancakes were fluffy and the lemon ricotta and lemon zest elevated their flavor. Our server was friendly and attentive, and he asked us if we had any allergies when he took our order. He came by several times to check on us and refill water. I would return to Friedman's when I'm in the Herald Square area, or check out one of their other locations in the city.

Came on a busy Thursday morning at nine am. Got a decaf iced vanilla latte and a nova Benny and the…read moreMac and cheese. And lemme just say the food came out sooo quick. The Benedict was so delicious. I've never had it on a crispy hash brown type before. It was good and a massive portion. Mac and cheese was alright, though I would probably opt out of it next time. I was so full I totally forgot to drink my latte but the latte was good too. Ambiance was nice clean and very busy.

Interior

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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Vanilla Cafe Latte

La Pecora Bianca

This is a great place for italian food. It has an upscale feel and friendly staff. The white lamb…read moretheme is recurring in the decor. We got their garganelli, tagliatelle, and ravioli pastas. For dessert, the iconic tiramisu. Garganelli- This has a nice, arugula pesto sauce that has a rich garlicky finish. It's enhanced with roasted mushrooms and sharp pecorino. Tagliatelle- You get a rich pork and beef bolognese. The house made pasta is cooked to perfection. Pretty satisfying! Ravioli- This is a light, seasonal dish with pumpkin, brown butter, and sage. The sauce complements the sweet pumpkin and the brown butter adds a nuttiness. Tiramisu- This dessert was too cute to eat! It was decorated with a meek looking model of their namesake lamb. Nobody wanted to ruin its face so we slowly ate this from the outside in. The espresso it strong, complemented by the creamy marscapone layers. Textures and flavors were perfectly balanced. Great experience overall!

We were a party of nine looking to have one last (memorable) meal before visiting relatives from…read moreEurope were headed back across the pond and we decided The White Sheep (thank you, Duolingo!) across from Bryant Park was the place to go. From the outside it didn't look like much but after passing through the two sets of glass doors... It's packed. And lively. And (really) loud. And it was only a Tuesday night?! (How are all of these people living so high on the hog, without a care in the world?!) We were escorted off to a little tucked-away enclave near the back, but the restaurant was just too boisterous and we had to shout just to talk to people at the other end of the table. We got our menus and there was a bit of 'sticker shock' on my part, I can't lie. "We're in NYC, what did you expect?" - the Mrs. whispered when she saw my eyes go wide. But $38 for chicken parm? (Which is what I went with after seeing it had its own little "parm-fection" hype on the menu.) And $36 for the Branzino (which consisted of one fillet on a small bed of wilted spinach)? Our table dabbled all over the place and for the most part everyone really enjoyed their meals. The food they're knocking out is legit, for sure. But the bill came out to over $60 a person (including the tip, but we didn't have apps or dessert and half of us just had water), which hurts when you're a cheap-o like myself. Our waitress was awesome (and she didn't even seem fazed when I tried to rattle her that we were going to split the check onto nine different credit cards... but we only used one). And Bryant Park (right across the street) was the perfect nightcap on a lovely spring evening.

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The Ragtrader Bo Peep

Ragtrader is truly a gem! We scheduled a small graduation celebration with Ragtrader and felt like…read moreroyalty! We were designated with our own special section, which was beautiful, spacious and incredibly clean. The manager was very accommodating to our dietary needs in terms of allergies (safe for those with peanut and fish allergies). Second, everyone from the servers to the bartender treated us so well! Lastly, the food was amazing (and the bartender made the most stupendous and STRONG drinks)! You cannot lose with this establishment! You are guaranteed a good time and experience! Cheers Ragtrader!

Good Times were had. Nothing went bad. The birthday girl was glad. And the music was really rad…read more Try getting any seat during game #2 of Yankee win mania. When we got to the bar upstairs, it was packed with screaming twentysomethings having a ball. Our party was downstairs at Bo Peep, tucked in the corner with cushioned seats. Everyone in our party of nine had a ball listening to the stylings of the piano player. His repertoire range extended from 80s into 90s pop classics. A couple of the waitresses jumped on the mic to belt out some radio goo goo. We ordered a ton of food. Everything including our drinks came out promptly with no issues. We gobbled it up quick with not a crumb left

Market Fish with Grain Fried Rice and Bok Choy

Cute interior

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Old Fashioned

Miss Nellie's

Love Miss Nellie's!!! A great place for amazing drinks and the decor and ambiance is just…read morestunninggg. Service is always a 10/10. Love the Photo Booth as well. I go here every time in in nyc. During my last visit the food was a 7/10 unfortunately - the chicken bites tasted like they were reheated a few times and were so hard to chew on which was upsetting but other than that their actual entrees are always amazing.

We had some time to kill before a jazz show at Birdland, so decided to check out Miss Nellie's…read more From the street, the space looked dark and moody with a speakeasy vibe. Stepping in, this swanky atmosphere was confirmed. Miss Nellie's is quite spacious with a front and back bar. I enjoyed a birthday pour of Johnnie Walker Green, served over a large rock that was stamped and embossed with the venue's logo. So cool! My wife enjoyed an "Above the Clouds" craft cocktail - with a butterfly pea-infused gin. The presentation was elevated by an artistic bubble applied over the cocktail that dissipated into vapor with the touch of a finger. The bartenders were friendly, knowledgeable, and outgoing! They made sure that I was well taken care of for my birthday. It was such a great experience that we returned for another round after the jazz show. Thank you for the hospitality Miss Nellie's!

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Adel's Famous Halal Food

This outside truck spot can definitely have long lines and wait times. I luckily came right when it…read moreopened but I still waited around 15 minutes. I definitely recommend coming here right when it opens. For the food itself, I got the Mix Platter (Lamb and chicken) which was delicious and flavorful. It had a spicy kick, but it was still enjoyable. The plate was definitely loaded and I recommend getting it with the spicy rice. I definitely think it's worth the hype and would come again.

I feel like this place is a 1 and done - but not something that you have to have... more like, if…read moreyou have FOMO and want to try the hype. I feel like this place is good, but the white sauce is what makes it. Would I wait another 50 minutes in line, again? Heck to the no - but 1 time? Yes, just to say I tried it. I came in line around 9:45pm and waited approx. 50 minutes before being served. the line just grows and grows.... it is crazy busy! I don't get the line concept here. Because while I was in a long line, when I get to the front, there's another line to the left of the truck... and people seem to be getting their food faster, and the line is like 2x shorter. So that's kind of confusing. Ambience in line and ordering = chaotic. The line is quick in terms of when it is your turn, KNOW what you want. Because you have like 5 seconds to order and that's it. I ordered the special (the spicy rice, lamb and chicken combo, extra white sauce, 3 squirts of hot sauce, and a topped with fries). $13 in total. I would like to say, advice to folks to know what you want before you come. I did not look at menu options beforehand and I did fairly little research so I honestly did not know what to order, just looked at some google reviews and pictures. That is going to help you, in case you do not want the typical lamb and chicken combo. To the food - 1st - they don't care how much hot sauce you want. they're making these bowls in the masses and are just giving you a single squirt so they can make 20 bowls all at the same time. I was hoping for more spice in what I ordered, but it was very slightly spicy. I'm not sure if they let you serve yourself to more, but I'd definitely want more of the hot sauce. 2nd - I didn't taste any spice in the spicy rice. I'm not sure if, again, due to the fast production that it all just taste like regular rice? but didn't see what the hype was there. 3rd - I genuinely think the white sauce is what brings it all together. The chicken was OK to me. I didn't think it was anything special, and would give it a 3 out of 5. texture was OK, flavor was OK... the lamb definitely stole the show. The lamb was absolutely flavorful and full of delicious spices. This reminded me of what I've had in Dubai. Very rich in flavor and just the perfect amount of spices. Overall, I think if you wait for your food to cool down like 20 minutes, you'll get to taste the flavors more. Everything hot together, for me, just didn't allow me to really absorb all the food. But the rice was your average rice. Pita was deliciously soft and pillowy which complemented the white sauce. Chicken was ok. had an OK texture; nothing life changing. lamb was fantastic, and fries were just fries (nothing memorable). For a NYC experience, a 1-time, 50 minute wait is acceptable. And, for $13, that's pretty cheap for the amount of food you get. I would eat it again if the line was 5 minutes. Otherwise, I'm positive you will find similar food/better food elsewhere.

Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

Mix Platter

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Chicken over Rice Platter and Lamb Over Rice

L’industrie Pizzeria

Came here after seeing it on a few lists and the hype is real. Tried the L'Industry slice,…read morepepperoni, and margherita. The L'Industry is genuinely one of the best pizzas I've had, maybe the best. The burrata on top is fresh and creamy and takes it to another level. Fair warning: the crust is not the typical crunchy NY slice you might expect. It's softer, more of its own thing. I didn't mind it at all, the dough itself is really good, just go in without assumptions. Plan for a wait. The line is part of the deal here. Worth every minute.

Good to great slices that are simply not worth the amount of hype that this place has. I waited in…read moreline for 18 minutes after being told it would be less than 20. Fair play employee. Guess when you have lines everyday, you get a solid idea about how long it takes. The employee who I later found out was a manager was doing a lot of yelling. That included yelling at customers to keep moving and to hurry up ordering. It did not include telling his one employee taking orders to stop chit chatting with certain customers. Interesting. When I was finally able to order, I got a pepperoni and a fig jam bacon slice. Total was like $15 which seems a little steep but whatever I guess. After about 10 or so minutes, my pizza was ready. The pepperoni was about an 8/10. Very good slice of pizza. Nothing noteworthy to me though and no better than other slices I had. A very good piece of pizza. The fig jam bacon was more like a 7-7.5/10. The amount of toppings was lacking. The bites that did have toppings were quite good. Better than the pepperoni. Unfortunately, there were few bites like that. This is very good pizza. It's not the best in the city. Far from it.

IG: @nom.noms.only | fig jam & tartufo

Open kitchen interior

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Burrata / Pepperoni

Mama's Too

It will be crowded and overwhelming. You might get jostled…read more It will all be worth it for the cacio e pepe slice. Pipin' hot. Dripping with oil. It's crunchy, cheesy, absolutely bad for your body, and you'll come crawling back for more. I dream of her.

I'll start by saying I ordered the wrong thing. Hand up. I'm partially to blame because I ordered a…read moreround slice instead of the Sicilian which is what they are seemingly known for. If I ever return, I'll have to try a square slice. I was able to order right away which was nice. Having waited in line for 15 minutes and then another 10 or so immediately before at the supposed #1 place within about a 1 minute walk nearby; I was glad that this had no wait to order. I did the Uncle Joe which was a vodka pepperoni sauce and I added pesto. The total was $8.50. WTAF. NYC I guess. I waited less than 5 minutes before getting the pizza. Of the 6 slice spots I had, this was by far the best tasting dough/crust. I had an audible reaction when tasting the crust. Extremely good. Unfortunately, the pizza had too much sauce. It was overwhelming. Simply too much sauce. I could only have about half before giving up. Both sauces tasted good, but the vodka sauce was so loaded that it was hard to taste anything else. A shame because this had potential to be a great score.

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Golden Diner

5/27/2026 What could I say about this place that everyone…read moredoesn't know about..... absolutely nothing lol. Always recommend getting a reservation weather calling or walking to the booth. Our wait was at least an hour and a half and were texted when our table was ready. They have indoor and outdoor seating with one bathroom for all to use. We got the viral pancakes and they were everything you'd dream they be and then some for sure very filling and buttery. I got a "pick me up" and it was perfect gave me a beautiful caffeine kick to start the day I recommend for sure. Weather you come for the viral moment this feels like a solid staple in the community with bright music playing everyone kind of everywhere and just a relaxed feel that you can't wait to enjoy after you get seated. Bathroom rating 5/5 very clean for how busy the place is :)

I've been wanting to try this place out since 2021, but never got the chance. I got here on Monday…read moremorning at around 11:00 am to put my name down for a table of 2 and there was already an hour and 45 minute wait. After running a couple of errands while waiting for the table to be ready, we were seated outside at the patio after an hour and 45 minutes. We ordered the famous honey butter pancakes, the korean wings, and the breakfast sandwich with hash brown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. The honey butter pancakes were pretty good but kinda drenched in the butter that made it hard to finish. The korean wings were also alright but the batter to me was kinda thick and heavy and lacked crispiness. The best item we ordered was the breakfast sandwich with hashbrown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. I think the eggs are cooked with cheese, and as someone who typically does not eat cheese, I didn't mind it. I don't know if I'll be back again - I think the concept of an asian twist on the classic diner does sound intriguing but difficult to execute. I also wasn't a big fan of the wait time. If you typically like heavier, diner food then this spot might be the place for you!

Smaller than I thought. Now I know why there is always such a long wait.

Honey Butter Pancakes

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Korean Fried Chicken Wings

Szechuan Mountain House

The food was delicious and so FAST! Our waiter Frankie was so nice! Will definitely be coming back!…read moreThe vibe inside was relaxing and the seats were comfortable.

We had a lovely birthday dinner here. The Szechuan fried noodles, and the stir-fried cabbage were…read moremy favorite, but everything was so good. The mapo tofu, green beans, twice cooked pork, and spicy (lazi) chicken were very flavorful. I thought the mala levels were just right, but it may be on a bit on the lighter side compared to authentic. The lamb spine came in a delicious broth, but it was a bit hard eating the lamb from the bone for not a lot of meat. The house steamed fish was also amazing. They don't take online reservations for groups over 5, so we called to make one for our group of 6. It was pretty busy Friday night, so would recommend. The service was great; they drew the cutest card when they found out it was my brother's birthday and let us bring a cake. And they also offered hair ties to the people with long hair. You order through an iPad which has a beautiful menu.

Swing Pork Belly - IG @bougiefoodieboi

Mapo Ma-Po Tofu 麻婆豆腐

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Mala prawn

Very Fresh Noodles

One of the main reasons I went to Chelsea Market was to try Very Fresh Noodles, which is very good…read more The line was long but moved very quickly and despite the number of orders, the wait for food was not super long. It's one of the larger stalls in the market and has some seating, but not enough, and the market seating is very limited as well. I ordered the hibiscus lemonade and the very spicy Dan Dan Mian. I loved watching the staff prepare the noodles while waiting. My bowl was huge and absolutely delicious. It was very spicy as promised, but not too spicy that it was rendered not enjoyable. I looked at other orders and everything looked delicious, leading to only semi-regret of my choice. My lemonade was very good. I'm very much looking forward to returning.

Considering this place is inside of a food hall, I wasn't sure how it would taste but I was happily…read moresurprised!! The noodles are freshly hand made and the beef was super tender. The broth was too salty for me but I just didn't drink it and it made all the other ingredients taste good. Pretty good portion for the price too. My bf got the lamb version and they didn't give him much lamb so I'd go with the beef. If you're looking for a quick tasty bite this place is it!