4.6
Superb
350 Reviews
696 2nd Avenue, New York · 10.35 miles
Customers’ favorites
- Pancakes or Silver Dollar Pancakes with Ham Bacon or Sausage
- Pancakes & Eggs Bacon & Sausage
- Triple Decker Townhouse Club
- Lumberjack Pancakes Special
“I’ve spent untold thousands of dollars on NYC cuisine; truly amongst the best in the world. Townhouse Diner, however, sticks out as truly one of my most memorable dining experiences. The owner, John Vouvoudakis, is a national treasure and an icon of the Greek/diner tradition. Since 1986, he has been in everyday welcoming customers with warmth, hospitality, and a smile. I loved chatting with him and hearing about his story and his multi-generational restauranteur journey. His sons are also in the business and roast the beans that make his coffee. The waitress was happy, cheerful, helpful, and my coffee was topped off before ever getting halfway empty. This place is an actual time capsule. The family and history behind it make this a must-stop if you’re in the area. For as classic a NYC diner experience as you can get, this is your place.”