Empire Diner
210 10th Ave, New York
(212) 335-2277
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We've been here many times, for dinner on week days and brunch on weekends. The cocktails are always solid, the food options never disappoint and the staff is excellent, warm and welcoming. This is why we keep coming back again and again. Totally recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish & Chips, Hamburger, Eggs Benedict
Dinner américain vintage chic. Les œufs bénédictines sont délicieux. Le service est lent par contre. L’air climatisé à l’intérieur est intense, mais ils ont des couvertures alors c’était acceptable.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Walked in on an empty morning and got ignored by at least 3-5 different staff members.. No AC, no water and no menu upon being seated
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
I needed something to eat late and saw this diner was open. I didn’t know anything about its history or anything. I was so pleasantly surprised when I saw how cute it was! I dined alone and the staff was so nice and accommodating. I got the Meyer Lemon Risotto with lump crab. It was one of the best dishes I’ve ever had. Absolutely phenomenal! It’s a large portion and I couldn’t finish. 10/10 for me and I would absolutely come back! Great food and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Omg! This was my first time trying this restaurant. I walk past it often after work and it is always packed. Today I decided to grab dinner and I’m so happy I did. My server Nicholas was absolutely amazing! I honestly thought he was the manager. He gave me great dinner suggestions and was very nice and attentive. I will definitely be coming back and bringing family and friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our server Nicholas was amazing! Super sweet, funny, and outgoing. The food was also amazing and the presentation was beautiful. Great place to take a special person here and enjoy some good food, good music, and great service. Thank you for making our visit special!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I hadn’t been to this place in years. It reminded me of the vibe of Cafeteria in the late 90s/early 00s with a much friendlier, chill staff. Our server was great. Recommendations were on point. He also had the right amount of attention- not hovering, but efficiently friendly when he came through.
We just had drinks this time, so I can’t comment on the food or anything. Mainly good for parties <=4.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lazy, disinterested staff. Very disappointing. No effort to accomodate a table despite plenty of room inside.
Service: 1
Got something called a “tuna” “bowl” special. It was basically fried tuna skins that I don’t think my cat would eat. I don’t think it should qualify as an appetizer, much less a special. Replaced it with a spaghetti shrimp. That was a 2/10.
Area is nice and food is decent. Service seems to always be bad with rude waiting staff.
I’ve had multiple instances with different servers ranging from:
Outright rudeness
Unwanted physical contact
Toxic behavior for 18% tip not being enough.
Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
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The place has a special charm, the food just right.
If I could give it 6 stars, I would give it!
Excellent service by Carly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great brunch place centrally located in Chelsea's gallery district. I loved my rosti and eggs sunny side up. The iced latte was perfect too. My wife enjoyed her avocado toast. Efficient and friendly service. Nice outdoor seating. It combines the feeling of a classic diner with a contemporary restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: New York Pastrami Sandwich
Beautiful old diner setting, great food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: New York Pastrami Sandwich
Excellent breakfast at reasonable price for NYC. I went for scrambled eggs and the granary toast was particularly good. Decent sized portions and well spaced out dining car. For visitors NYC eating can be a bewildering experience so very pleased to have found this place. Friendly service and none of the infuriating “When you’re ready” check being thrust under your plate as you eat!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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