As someone who loves exploring local eats in Brooklyn, I can confidently say Tom’s Restaurant in East New York is a true hidden gem. Their fried chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside — the kind of meal that makes you close your eyes and savor every bite. The staff treat you like family, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes the experience even better. If you’re craving comfort food that hits all the right notes without breaking the bank, Tom’s is the place to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Independent Reviewer
Cash only…
Service: 1
Eva Gordon
I had the Spinach and Cheese omelet. Great food. Sundays are busy, but the food was worth waiting for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anyi Vasquez
I love eating breakfast here, everyone is so nice and polite. The food is really good.
Ross O'Doherty
Old but good with super friendly service from Carlos! Casual eatery and highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suzanne Creedon
I love every time I eat at Tom’s. The staff is incredibly efficient and the food exactly satisfies the “classic diner” craving. We arrived around 2:30 on the Sunday, were sat at a table in 15 minutes, and our food came our way a little more than 7 minutes after we ordered !!! My favorite place to meet old friends for a substantial meal 🤌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leslie Schwartz
i have never had a worse hamburger. The place is old, crowded and has zero charm. People one table over said it was the worst grilled cheese sandwich. How do you ruin grilled cheese? Not a problem at Toms. Must be the low price and quantity of food, because it sure isn't the quality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Terixo Smitix
The atmosphere here pleases the eye. The setting offers relaxation, cleanliness, and exceptionally friendly attention. The workers served speedily, were competent, and made no errors! The cooking is skillful and the staff is consistently professional. The team at this place knows their craft.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Linsey mackey
Had such a good time here. Came with a friend for Brunch. Got the cinnamon roll Pancakes with scrambled eggs and turkey bacon. So worth it! All got the cherry lime Ricky...always my favorite. Staff was so funny and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shu Zhang
Worst corned beef hash I've had - 0 sear and soggy.
Don’t be intimidated if there’s a line, there is a lot more seating than there appears to be. You should be in after 10-15 minutes tops.
That being said, I ended up getting the Danish pancakes, I was expecting it to be a little cheesier, but I would liken it to a blueberry tart in pancake form. It was really good, I also got a strawberry milkshake which was good too. I would recommend splitting with someone if possible as they give a lot more food than you think you will get. I saw most people around me leave food on the plate, I know that is a good problem to have.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Ronca
Possibly the best customer service I’ve ever had. They really take care of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria
Cash only, affordable Iconic Waited abt 30 min to get seated
Highly recommend any pancakes and the fries Love their spicy mayo sauce
The omelette are just ok
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Maria Quinones
Atmosphere is a bit outdated. It can use some polishing up.
As someone who loves exploring local eats in Brooklyn, I can confidently say Tom’s Restaurant in East New York is a true hidden gem. Their fried chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside — the kind of meal that makes you close your eyes and savor every bite. The staff treat you like family, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes the experience even better.
If you’re craving comfort food that hits all the right notes without breaking the bank, Tom’s is the place to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cash only…
Service: 1
I had the Spinach and Cheese omelet. Great food. Sundays are busy, but the food was worth waiting for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love eating breakfast here, everyone is so nice and polite. The food is really good.
Old but good with super friendly service from Carlos! Casual eatery and highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love every time I eat at Tom’s. The staff is incredibly efficient and the food exactly satisfies the “classic diner” craving. We arrived around 2:30 on the Sunday, were sat at a table in 15 minutes, and our food came our way a little more than 7 minutes after we ordered !!! My favorite place to meet old friends for a substantial meal 🤌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
i have never had a worse hamburger. The place is old, crowded and has zero charm. People one table over said it was the worst grilled cheese sandwich. How do you ruin grilled cheese? Not a problem at Toms. Must be the low price and quantity of food, because it sure isn't the quality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The atmosphere here pleases the eye. The setting offers relaxation, cleanliness, and exceptionally friendly attention. The workers served speedily, were competent, and made no errors! The cooking is skillful and the staff is consistently professional. The team at this place knows their craft.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Had such a good time here. Came with a friend for Brunch. Got the cinnamon roll Pancakes with scrambled eggs and turkey bacon. So worth it! All got the cherry lime Ricky...always my favorite. Staff was so funny and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Worst corned beef hash I've had - 0 sear and soggy.
Restaurantji Recommends
Awesome breakfast spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don’t be intimidated if there’s a line, there is a lot more seating than there appears to be. You should be in after 10-15 minutes tops.
That being said, I ended up getting the Danish pancakes, I was expecting it to be a little cheesier, but I would liken it to a blueberry tart in pancake form. It was really good, I also got a strawberry milkshake which was good too. I would recommend splitting with someone if possible as they give a lot more food than you think you will get. I saw most people around me leave food on the plate, I know that is a good problem to have.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Possibly the best customer service I’ve ever had. They really take care of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cash only, affordable
Iconic
Waited abt 30 min to get seated
Highly recommend any pancakes and the fries
Love their spicy mayo sauce
The omelette are just ok
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere is a bit outdated. It can use some polishing up.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
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