From the outside, this diner might not catch your eye, but stepping through the door immediately reminds you of the charm that makes New York unforgettable. While we were looking over the menu, the owner who has been in the business for 55 years overheard our debate and confidently recommended the Spanish three-egg omelet, even promising that if we didn't like it, it would be on the house. That alone set the tone for the exceptional hospitality that followed. As we continued chatting, he brought over a fresh fruit bowl, followed by outstanding grape leaves accompanied by tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheese infused with olive oil and lemon juice. We ended up trying three different omelettes, and each had its own character. The California omelette, filled with avocado and tomatoes, was excellent and came with generous sides of potatoes and toast. The peasant omelette with green onion, mozzarella, and bacon was flavorful and yummy. The Spanish omelette, paired with its sauce was superb. We also ordered the big breakfast, which came with eggs, sausage and wonderfully fluffy pancakes served with maple syrup. The place was buzzing for brunch, full of energy yet warm and welcoming. The experience was memorable not just because of the delicious food, but because the owner's genuine hospitality elevated the entire visit. A true New York gem. read more

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We ordered a ham and broccoli omlette with a cup of coffee. The food came with burnt home fries and white bread toast with jam and butter on the side. The service was fine. The booths were on the smaller side. read more

Great! Friendly servers and terrific owner! Breakfast was hearty. Coffee was very good. It was just what we wanted. Easily 5 stars.

Great old fashioned diner with great food. Service was excellent and the ambiance is that of the diners you see in the movies. Will come back for sure. read more

I was craving diner food and was not disappointed coming into Townhouse! It had the perfect diner vibes - chill, just enough people but not crowded/empty and retro decor. It had giant menus (coupled with giant portions) and our server was very nice and kind. I got the Nutella pancakes that came with walnuts, bananas, strawberries, and whipped cream - SO good' My partner got the jalapeño cheddar onion omelette with home fries, which he was able to finish and said it was very tasty. Definitely will be coming back to the diner very soon! read more

Townhouse Diner - Nutella Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Loooved Townhouse Diner. Service was so friendly, the space was clean, and the vibes were so nostalgic and warm. The menu is extensive, and I had trouble narrowing down what I wanted, but I was very satisfied with my Gyro Wrap. The meat inside the wrap was delicious, juicy, and tender, and this hit the spot!! Added a side of fries and it was the perfect lunch. I tried the Ground Beef and Cheese Omelette too, and although it's not normally my cup of tea, I thought it was good!! Again, service felt super welcoming, and I was happy to support this longstanding small business. read more

On our brief recent trip to NYC, Jamie W and I ended up going to well established diners for breakfast every morning. Such a touristy thing to do, I know. B&H Dairy, La Bonbonniere, and EJ's Luncheonette were all satisfying in their own ways, but unfortunately I can't really say the same about this old school Midtown East diner. I think it started with the owner. Clearly he must've felt some customers took advantage of his business, which might explain his explicit surcharges for making substitutions and accommodating plate sharing. Neither applied to me and Jamie W, but the intent of the message was pretty clear. We ordered simply. Jamie went for the $16 Western Omelette but asked for the fruit salad instead of the home fries (photo: https://yelp.to/qJTRsIGeyl). Dropping the potatoes didn't drop the price, but the fruit salad added $4. I ordered the $16 Mushroom Omelette and kept the home fries as part of my plate (photo: https://yelp.to/eWwG-3NvrH). I, however, forked over the $4 for the same fruit salad Jamie received (photo: https://yelp.to/QhFZakRlqW). Nonetheless, the server forgot to give us the toast. I reminded her when she passed by a while later, but I ultimately had to get up and get it myself. Jeez. FOOD - 3 stars...the fruit was good, the eggs just average AMBIANCE - 3 stars...pretty standard NYC coffee shop and not that busy SERVICE - 1.5 stars...this is where they fell short TOTAL - 2 stars...I think I'll pass RELATED - Hungry in NYC? Here's my collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs read more

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If you're in the area looking for breakfast come here! This place is run by a sweet elderly man and a woman who served us. Not a big place but a true diner like experience. Please support this place. It's truly a gem!!! Ambiance is quiet with a hint of radio in the background. Yes, it's on the pricey side but you're in NYC and it's located midtown east. Cost of living is high. Just enjoy the food and the service. I'll be going back. read more

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When did diners becaome the biggest ripoff in the city? Or anywhere for that matter? Can someone recommend an actually good diner that doesn't completely rob you? It ain't this miraculously 4 star diner... I smell BS. $50 for a dry, open faced "monte Cristo," & a bagel with 3 eggs, and bacon that had ZERO FLAVOR. Gtfo of heeeeerrrre. Flies at every sticky table. What are you doing with your life if you're a regular, seriously? read more

Townhouse Diner - Monte Cristo - dry, bland - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Wow, the Townhouse Dineris very clean. It's also insanely expensive. And as a New Yorker, I refuse to pay these kind of prices. So I sat down and got my coffee decided not to spend $38 on steak and eggs and left. On a Saturday morning at 8:30 AM, it's empty and that tells you why. It's because it's way too much money. The man who I assume is the owner just couldn't imagine why I was leaving lol screw that there are much better places to eat in my neighborhood just like John's. read more

Warm and friendly family owned establishment where all customers are treated like extended family members. Food is consistently well prepared, so you get a hearty meal and a sweet dining experience that feels like a lovely visit with special cousins. Love this place! read more

It shoots, it scores!! Great omelette -- fluffy, tasty, well balanced. Eggs over medium... actually over medium. Hash-browns: I ordered well done. Outside was crispy and cooked to order. Inside, kind of fluffy/smooth. Interesting. Coffee, a bit on the bitter side, but still within the tolerance/margin of error. Service: competent, warm but not overly friendly. Come here. It's good. read more

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We always receive fantastic friendly service here. All the food we ever order is always delicious. The menu is huge The breakfasts and lunches are always great quality , cooked perfectly. No complaints here. The owners are wonderful hosts. A true neighborhood gem. read more

Tucked away in Midtown East is an old fashioned, family owned diner. Light beams in from windows in the front. Booths line one side of the restaurant while on the other there is a long bar you can sit at. I visited Townhouse Diner in the mid afternoon so it was rather empty and quiet. The gent who appeared to be the owner (or manager) checked on me immediately and in no time I had a much needed glass of water and a menu in front of me. I wound up ordering my standard omelette: spinach, mushroom and Swiss cheese. My food came out quickly and it was still nice and hot. The omelette was good! Good amount of eggs and vegetables. I had some cole slaw in place of hash browns and they were good (not quite at the level of Sarge's but that's a high bar). The rye toast was good though I prefer my toast a bit more brown than they did it. Much to my surprise, my meal ended with a complimentary fruit plate - something I've legit never seen at a diner before! Overall I was very happy with my meal. Overall I had a great experience at Townhouse and I'd happily go back again. read more

Townhouse Diner - Fruit plate (given as a dessert) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is just delightful. The staff know everyone and even if you're a tourist, they treat you like they know you. The food is to die for! Fresh, delicious and clearly homemade. We had brunch and everyone at our table enjoyed the meal. It's clean, welcoming and overall just a fantastic experience! read more

An okay spot that does the job! Chicken gyro wrap was quite bland. Fries seemed to be crispy but possibly refried. Breakfast items are better- pancakes were tasty. Will come back when it is convenient but not blown away. read more

When I walked in the door I felt welcomed and knew this was a good choice before I sat down...I knew who was in charge and he lead his staff very well! The food ( breakfast) was better than the other half dozen or so diners I've tried in the past couple of months..I'll be back! read more

Truly a gem! The staff makes you feel like family and the food is delicious. What more could you want out of a diner?

Steve, his brother and the entire staff are so welcoming. It truly is a neighborhood gem and reminiscent of my younger days in NYC Family atmosphere, good portions , quality specials and consistently good menu options. Soups are so good read more

This is my go to for breakfast and/or lunch. They always make me feel welcome, and the service is great. When you are here, you are a part of the family! read more

Clean diner on Murray Hill with booths and bar seating. The staff wasn't chatty but, more importantly, they were responsive and our orders came out correct. We shared a bowl of oatmeal with sliced banana, plus the 3 egg California omelette with sliced pork sausage added in. Very tasty! My husband wasn't wowed by the breakfast potatoes (I didn't eat them) and said they were too soft for his taste. read more

When I want a solid meal or a late night snack along with a genuinely friendly greeting, I head straight to the Townhouse Diner. A Murray Hill neighborhood staple for decades, the place is a retro time warp - in the best possible way. I usually see regulars when I go there, a good sign in my book. They added some new items since I was last there, including egg frittatas and the requisite avocado toast lol. I chose the Greek frittata with spinach, feta cheese and tomato, requesting that the fries be served on the side instead of mixed into the frittata (as is standard there). Rather than the deep dish frittata I've had elsewhere, Townhouse's version is a thin round slice of egg/veggies with nicely charred edges. Really delicious. And the fries were perfectly cooked, crispy and hot. I've also had lentil soup, burgers and other breakfast items there over the years and was never disappointed. I hope the Townhouse stays open for many more years, a beacon of culinary steadfastness and warmth in a fast changing city. read more

Townhouse Diner - Greek Egg Fritatta w/Feta & Spinach - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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We came here on a Saturday morning around 9am when it wasn't too busy. We got a gyro sandwich, omelette, silver dollar pancakes and two eggs with sausage. The service was Aok, they were not too friendly. It seemed like the employees were miserable. The bill came to approximately 100$. Overall the food was good, though too pricey for a diner. read more

Classic diner vibe!!! Great staff and incredible service! Food was also yummy- we enjoyed everything!

My wife had knee surgery today. I rarely go out to a restaurant and sit by myself. After they took my wife in for her procedure, I decided to grab some breakfast. This diner is very close to nyu outpatient procedures. I was greeted by the employees. Warm and welcoming. The food was very good! Quick service(procedure was just an hour). I noticed the other guests were regulars and were treated like family. The owner, I think, brought me a free glass of orange juice. When I went to pay... he sincerely was interested in my story. After I told him... he handed me a cookie and said, "here bring this to your wife, speedy recovery." Great place! read more

Sunday morning we wanted to get breakfast at a diner, so we decided to try out Townhouse Diner. Thankfully, when we went around 11 am, there were lots of tables open so we didn't have to wait. They had a wide selection of breakfast foods like wraps, sandwiches, omelettes, skillets, eggs, etc. I chose corned beef hash and eggs (I frequently order this at diners), which also came with a side of potatoes and toast. Food: I've tried lots of different variations of corned beef hash because I like to order this for breakfast at different restaurants I go to. I was very unimpressed with this one. It's probably my least favorite corned beef hash I've ever tried or close to the bottom of my list. The texture of the corned beef hash was very soft and mushy which I didn't like. I'm used to having corned beef hash that has potatoes mixed in with the corned beef and fried so there is some crunch to it. This just felt like blended up corned beef with potatoes added to the side. My friends got one of the breakfast sandwiches and really liked hers, so there are probably some menu items that are better options than the corned beef hash. Service: We were pleased with the quick and friendly service here, and we liked that we didn't have to wait for a table. By the time we had left, pretty much every table was now full, but they did have some outdoor dining tables still open. Price: This diner was a little more expensive than what I was expecting for the quality and setting of the diner. The corned beef hash was around $14, but I've had a lot better corned beef hash for cheaper. PS: I got the chocolate milk here which was sooo good! read more

Townhouse Diner - Corned Beef Hash and Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Tasty classic diner food at a fair price. The kind service really is what takes this place up a notch and makes it one of the best diners in the area. Restaurant is baby-friendly and a real delight. read more

Townhouse Diner - Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

We had one day in NY so one shot for breakfast. We decided to try Townhouse based on the reviews and our families love for a good diner. We are thrilled that we did. The food was great! My wife's breakfast sandwich was huge and delicious. My kids pancakes were perfect, bagels and lox were solid, potatoes were piping hot and delicious. Clearly the place has been around for a while, they are experienced in every way. The service is really what stood out. The owner of this establishment was working behind the counter. He's such an outgoing, good natured man. He immediately greeted our family when we entered, sat us, and upsold us on hot chocolates for the kids! Haha. We listened to him interact with customers, what a delight. We could have sat there all day. We recommend this spot. You'll get a good breakfast, and you'll be treated well. read more

Owners were so kind and food was lovely and filling! It was also affordable and provided a cozy atmosphere compared to the loud busyness of outside read more

Sorry no photos of my delicious Belgian waffle that was light as a feather. If I could give this place a 10 I would. Why? The owner is the type of person so many people should take a hint from! Stavros, your courtesy was beyond what so many people extend to their customers. I felt like I was a "regular" who has been there for years! Looking forward to going back. read more

I had the Pizza Bagels, there were four but I forgot to take a picture before I started because I was starving. Pretty greasy, but it wasn't an issue for me. The sauce was tasty, and the cheese felt like the cheese off of a regular pizza. I will say the bagel wasn't crunchy, which is what I was expecting. Waiters were very polite and friendly, which was welcoming this morning. There are plastic barriers in between the booths where I sat, so if Covid is an issue for you, I recommend this place. Overall, very satisfied! read more

Townhouse Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

The owners were super nice, and the wait staff was just as amazing. The coffee always stayed topped up and the food was great. Definitely a must try! read more

Delicious, classic diner! We were looking for basic breakfast items and coffee and this place hit the spot. Ordered a few eggs, bacon, home fries and toast/english muffins. Everything was prepared well and the large portion of home fries had a subtle Mexican Rice flavor to us that we really enjoyed. We also got a bowl of fruit that was truly a bowl and not a few sprinkled pieces on a saucer like some places. Good service for us as well - $48 for two on a Wed morning. read more

We are so glad we found this place! We went after a dr appointment for our daughter and we felt so at home. The sweetest man John made sure we didn't leave hungry and Sarah our server was so sweet too. We can wait to come back. We are from SC so it was nice to be a place that took a moment to speak to you and make you feel like family. Food was amazing too! read more

Townhouse Diner - At the bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Local coffee shop/diner not far from the hotel. We wanted something low key and this was the perfect place. The food was great. Breakfast all day was the deal that my son and I wanted. The pancakes, extremely fluffy and absorbed the syrup and we gobbled it up. My husband wanted the turkey dinner and it came with extra cranberry and he was pleased. We were all happy with our meals and choices. Service was great and happy to have stumbled on this place. read more

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Townhouse had a very typical diner feel. Their prices were kind of high, but the service was good. However, I got their combination wrap and it was very very mid. It was quite cold, lacked flavor, and was very dry. I ended up dipping some ketchup with jt to eat. The big breakfast was tasty though, would come back for the pancakes! read more

Townhouse Diner - 12. Combination Wrap - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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You will not find a friendlier place... anywhere, especially in NYC. I was there for breakfast. They have a terrific assortment of omelets and you will not be disappointed. read more

Very friendly staff. Food was great. Packaged perfectly to go. Highly recommend and will return often.

Cannot recommend enough. Chill ambiance, great food, efficient service. Everything you want out of a diner.

This was such a cute, family owned local place. The owner came over to our table and told us where he discovered the dish I was eating. It was delicious, healthy and reasonably priced. If you're looking for a low key spot, this is a hidden gem! read more

Townhouse Diner - Eggs Florentine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York