What a local gem One of few clean and comfortable diner spots on Avenue U! Finally had the chance to try it! Will be back on my commute to work to try their other brunch items! read more

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I stopped by this place while waiting for my car to be fixed and left pretty disappointed. The diner itself has a small, diner feel, but unfortunately the experience didn't match the atmosphere. The eggs and potatoes were fine, but everything else fell short. The coffee situation was strange, a small cup comes with only two refills, something I've never seen in a diner before. On top of that, it was hard to even get the attention of the curt waitress. The add-ons were the real insult. A $2 upcharge for cream cheese on a bagel felt excessive, and the sausage was an even bigger letdown. For an extra $9, I was given four very thin links that had been cut in half to make them look like more. The portion was worth maybe a dollar at best, and to make it worse, they tasted like bacon because they were cooked on the same surface. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Sausage, potatoes and eggs. $1 worth of sausage for $9. - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Nice classic Diner. The service is efficient, and the food is delicious. My only issue is you pay 3.85% non cash fee for using IPhone Wallet. The modern decor is nice to sit in, and stands out for this area. read more

Very cute little place with a very nice menu with many options to choose from. Service was very good. Also, breakfast was delicious slightly on the pricier side, but it was worth it. I would like to go back and try some other choices. read more

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If you're looking for an old school brooklyn neighborhood place this is it. Service is friendly, people that eat here are regulars and the feel of the restaurant is what I miss about the old NYC. I came in and ate at the bar, didn't know what to order and I was told by a nice man sitting at another table that the split pea soup is really good so o ordered that with a side of bread. The soup bowl is huge and the split pea soup was really good! It had slices of ham in it and the bread tasted like it had garlic powder on it so I dipped the bread in the soup and it was really tasty. Perfect lunch for winter and the prices here are good. I'll be back soon :) read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Split pea soup - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

OMG don't miss out on this hidden family friendly gem. Everything everyone had was amazing, super large portions and amazing hospitality. The sangria's were fresh made. Chips of fruit to enjoy at the end. But the sweet potato fries were on point, crispy, hot, and .... You fill in the blank when you give them a try. Come out and give this 5 star family friendly restaurant a holla read more

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The food here is so good, it's an absolute shame that is hardly ever open! So far what I have tried has been surprisingly great quality and flavorful. Even the plain drip coffee is fantastic, which I was absolutely not expecting to be that good since diner coffee isn't usually something to write home about. I really loved the burger I had my first time there because it's cooked how you want it, and the fries are amazing. Service is friendly and efficient. My only complaint is that the seating isn't super comfortable, its actually fairly uncomfortable. However, it's not enough to to knock off a star. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - California Burger with Hand Cut French Fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Good spot for a cheap price and great food. Definitely if I want a burger in a classic diner this would be my spot to go with Brooklyn locals. Ambiance can get lively on the weekends and service was sweet to my bf and I. Go to this spot to for the simple yet yummy diner experience. :) read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Mexicano burger and Diablo Burger with Sweet Potato Fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Excellent. Good portions. Good food. Great bacon burger. Great location good service

Visited the area and came across this place. Nice small family owned restaurant. Service was great, got my food fairly quickly which was good because I was starving. I had a veggie omelet with homefries and a croissant. Everything was delicious and hit the spot. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - an omelet and a croissant - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Places like this rarely exist anymore. Truly a throwback to old school Brooklyn food spots. The staff is always warm and friendly. The ambiance is inviting and perfect. But the food! Next level delicious!! I had the hungry man meal. Requested for my potatoes and sausage to be well done, beyond delicious they way they make the potatoes here. Truly a hidden gem in Brooklyn. Highly highly recommend it. read more

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The complete package here satisfies what you're looking for. The dishes show attention to detail. The personnel balanced quick service with appropriate formality. This place doesn't disappoint. You'll appreciate what they offer! read more

Great little breakfast place I found while visiting Brooklyn. Not very big inside but food was good and service was great. Plenty of food for a reasonable price. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Western omelette - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm surprised that I don't come to this place more often. It's conveniently located on Ave U and the food is delicious! Came here with a group of friends and everyone was happy with what they got. The service was excellent as well I got the Texas burger which came with bacon, sautéed onion, chipotle sauce, and the greens. Everything complimented each other very well and this burger was full of flavor. I was so full after and the presentation was excellent as well. In no way was this burger dry The sweet potato fries is an excellent option to get. They are crispy on the outside and perfectly soft on the inside. Paired with ketchup or honey mustard, it is perfection. I would opt for this over the regular fries because those weren't as crunchy. Will definitely be coming back here again read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Texas Burger Sweet Potato Fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great services good customer service great food highly recommend to come and visit Vinny's lunchbox

I almost choked ok plastic in a 16 $ bacon egg and cheese and nobody had the audacity yo apologize to me and instead tried to make another one for me Terrible customer service, no bathroom, closes cery early & overall terrible restaurant layout read more

Vinny's Lunch Box never lets us down! The food is always fresh and packed with flavor. I bring my summer school class here every year, and it's always a hit. The staff treats the kids with such kindness, and they always leave happy and full. read more

The food was good, tasty, and good service. I know they have been there in the neighborhood for a while ( which I haven't in 15 years) Thank You for your service and good quality food. People may say other things about meals, but Vinny's has hot filling and affordable meals for people on the go. read more

Great place to come to if your party is craving a mix of breakfast & lunch. The menu is pretty robust with options to satisfy both cravings. Although fries typically aren't on a breakfast menu, it's an option here along with any breakfast plate if you're like me and always craving fries over home fries/breakfast potatoes. I was in a breakfast mood so I got a sausage omelette which was very substantial and perfectly cheesy (though cheese costs extra which I didn't notice when ordering but what's an omelette without cheese?) with sausages in every bite. The fries were good but not that impressive - your standard diner fries. My fiancé got sweet potato fries which, in my opinion, were a lot crispier and more impressive. I also tried a bite of his burger which was surprisingly exceptional - next time i come, I'm definitely getting a burger. read more

i get a blt and an order of fries prob 3x a week, sometimes more... its always $16.95. Today it was $22!!! for a blt!!!! what the heck? beyond overpriced, i wont eat from there anymore after this. wow read more

This place is ehh, I do love the amount of cheese they put in the omelette. I wish they spread the chocolate chips around more in the pancakes. The chocolate chips were all in the middle. I don't recommend the milkshake or the hot chocolate float. You couldn't even taste the chocolate in the milkshake and I'm pretty sure for the hot chocolate float its powered. I'm not sure why they serve hot chocolate float with a paper straw because my straw broke. They forgot about the drinks then they forgot about the cold slaw my boyfriend ordered. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - The paper straw they use to serve with hot chocolate float - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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DISCLAIMER: I'm writing this review solely based on my delivery/takeout experience and the items that I ordered. Lunch was on work on the day in question, and I was excited at the prospect of trying out Vinny's again. After perusing the menu, I settled on the Philly Cheese Steak and a medium Orange Juice - which came out to ~15$ total. A positive was that the lunch orders came with a little baggie of pickles and a small cup of pasta salad (mayo base). The sandwich came in an Italian roll format and was about a foot long wrapped in aluminum foil, and unwrapping it was the most exciting part - eating it was a bit underwhelming from there. While navigating the sandwich, I eagerly searched for the melty goo-ey goodness of a true Philly Cheese Steak, but I should have known better since this was NYC. The cheese didn't melt properly and juices were absent, leaving the sandwich dry and dessicating to the mouth. Also missing were the abundance of peppers and onions that normally go with the cheese steak. Overall, it was a really disappointing experience and though filling, it didn't really have much going for it. When I got home, I heated up some soup and dipped the remainder of the sandwich in it for dinner, but the fact that I had to do this to insert some moistness was not a good sign. read more

Vinnys Lunchbox OVERALL: 6.8/10 Too many reviews, too little time. The place isn't bad, but it's basic. It got good reviews, but ya know to make it on my page you gotta be something special... FOOD: 6.8/10 I was leaning towards lower 7, but damn I thought about it and was like it's basic food. The porchetta special brunch sandwich was pretty decent... It wasn't dry for the nature of the sandwich. The fries werent that good, not crunchy... More soggy. Plating was alright. SERVICE: 10/10 Service was good. CLEANLINESS: 10/10 Clean ATMOSPHERE: 10/10 Nice little cafe, never been here before. Has a diner vibe. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The hickory smoked bacon is to die for. The waitress Lucy is extremely courteous and the home fries are cooked to perfection. The prices for the food is reasonable and the atmosphere is great as the waiters know each person by name. If there was another star I would give it 6 stars. read more

Wow this place was amazing being far from home the food was really good and the food the amount of food you get for the price is awesome. I recommend this place 100% read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great place for lunch in bensonhurst. The place is clean, has great service, and delicious food. I ordered the grilled chicken with salad. Pretty simple order but it was good. Portions are big too so you dont have to worry about leaving hungry. They even have wifi which is a cherry on top. read more

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My very own breakfast spot for several years! great food overall. Roast beef sandwiches are better than Brennan and Carr with homemade gravy. Roast pork with broccoli rabe and mozzarella is fantastic! Last of the few great luncheonette. Feel good food read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Happy national day! - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A cozy spot with American breakfast and lunch food. So far I loved my experiences here. My friends and I came on a Sunday and it was right after the morning rush so we were seated right away. The menu isn't as overwhelming as a diner's but there are still many things to choose from. The service is quick and attentive. The waiters are very friendly and good at their jobs! There's an open kitchen so you can see what's going on which adds to a genuine experience. My wrap was delicious and portions were more than generous. My friend ordered the hungry man combo and it's such a good deal. (Eggs, sausage, potatoes, and pancakes) So you don't have to pick between eggs or pancakes!! Overall, the food was really good as well as the customer service. I will definitely be coming back to try other stuff on the menu! read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Turkey blt wrap and the hungry man combo (pancakes not pictured) - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Sandwiches are great!!! Coffee outstanding... Just happened to be in the neighborhood, Glad we decided to eat here... read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great neighborhood gem. I love the cozy friendly feeling of Vinny's Lunchbox. My husband and I walk to Vinny's for breakfast or lunch on the weekends. Staff is so friendly and attentive. The food is delicious and they've expanded their menu to include some new items. We got to try two of them recently. I had the California burger (very good) and my husband had the chicken and waffles. SO SO GOOD. I almost didn't want to write this review because I don't want it to get too crowded. But I have to say when something is this good you have to share! AND there is backyard seating :) perfect for those warmer days. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - New chicken and waffles like a syrup hot sauce ? - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very disappointed with the service. The waitress were too occupied talking to each other that they never really paid any attention to us. Never got any refills and never came for the check. It was also very hard to grab their attention. So I had to walk up and ask for basic service needs. The food came in big portions. Decent. read more

This 5-star is strictly for their burgers & fries. I haven't tried their breakfast foods except their chocolate pancakes which were ok. But then again, I am a homemade pancake person at heart and I never really was crazy about pancakes in restaurants anyway, so I didn't feel the need to complain about it. The thing that really blows me away every time are their burgers and sweet potato fries! Their sweet potato fries are the most delicious I have ever had. Their burgers are cooked to perfection (I like mine medium-rare, it was cooked perfectly). The cheese was melted on top and it was juicy and delicious. I'll definitely come back for their burgers for sure !!! Not sure if I'll try any more breakfast stuff as I'm not a breakfast person, but I'll definitely come back to try more burgers and indulge in those amazing sweet potato fries :,) P.s. I also had their pink lemonade and it was so yum! read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love Vinnys lunchbox, I discovered then walking down ave u when I first moved to the neighborhood. I'm telling you no matter what I order the food is always the boom. lol I'm on a mission to try everything on the menu I feel like I'm half way there and still haven't been disappointed. Only thing about this place that I dislike is the hours they close too early. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This place is always a hit never a miss small quaint and delicious I love to go on weekends to see what specials they have !! Perfect place I suggest a visit if your in the neighborhood! read more

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The chicken and waffles aren't great. I feel like no one who works here actually ate it themselves because if they have, they would change up the way they make it right away. Also, serve with bigger plates. If they ate it themselves, they would know how annoying it is to eat in those tiny plates. The staff was inattentive and lacked general manners expected of any person. No "please", "thank you", or "you're welcome". Like I get it, you would rather be somewhere else, and that's fine. But treat others nicely. read more

The staff here is very friendly, and the food can be really great for breakfast, it has a large charm as a small neighborhood diner and there is a strong family vibe that is undeniable. It gets crowded so you're best to go early on the weekends, but truth be told they have a strong weekday clientelle as well. Don't sleep...the Brooklyn diner is becoming extinct and you need to get in and get known at a spot like Vinny's sooner than later if you live in this deep part of Brooklyn. read more

Long wait, i asked for no tomatoes in my veggie omelette and they added tomatoes. The toast was sitting on the counter for 5-10 minutes, so it got cold by the time it got to us. My omelette was more of a veggie stir fry than an omelette. I just asked for water....it has been about 10 minutes, and still no water. I will bring my service elsewhere. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Mediocre food. Long wait. Wrong order. - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Hidden gem! They are very kind and welcoming, with a home like feeling. Highly recommend! Food is delicious!

Live two blocks away and goes there once in a while. Love their chicken pesto sandwich with seasoned red peppers. And the breakfast dishes are so good too! read more

This is definitely not a 5 star place, but the food and service are friendly and good (respectively!), so 4 stars it is. Very simple dining room set up like a pizza place. Staffed well. I thought the home fries looked nasty but they were really good. Might go back. read more

Vinny's Lunchbox - Omelet with home fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York