Weekday Breakfast manhattan
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Empire diner
Classic art deco diner relaunched with upgraded spins on American dishes, coffee & cocktails.
210 10th Avenue, New York, NY 10011
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tiny's & the bar upstairs
Historical 1810 bi-level townhouse showcases New American fare in a dimly lit, rustic setting
135 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013
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balthazar
A spinoff of the famed brasserie, this bustling take-out spot serves French cafe fare & pastries.
80 Spring St, New York, NY 10012
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bubby’s
Weekend brunch hot spot serving homestyle American eats with many locally sourced ingredients.
120 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013
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clinton street baking company
Pancake lovers line up for the popular stacks served all day, along with lunch & dinner options.
4 Clinton St, New York, NY 10002
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Sadelle’s
Smoked fish, housemade bagels & other appetizing fare offered in a buzzy, vintage-style spot.
463 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012
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cafeteria
A swanky take on a diner attracting people-watchers all day & post-clubbers late nights.
119 7th Ave, New York, NY 10010
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The smile
This laid-back cafe serves Mediterranean & American fare from a rustic basement locale.
26 Bond St, New York, NY 10012
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egg shop
Sunny little cafe focusing on everything egg including creative sandwiches, fancy Benedicts & more.
151 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012
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black barn
Locally sourced, upscale American cuisine served in a barn-inspired setting with a chef’s table.
19 E 26th St, New York, NY 10010
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The smith
Trendy types gather for American eats & specialty drinks at this upbeat hangout & brunch favorite.
55 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003
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Veselka
Borscht & pierogi are menu highlights at this cheap, no-frills Ukrainian eatery open 24 hours a day.
144 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003
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Jack’s wife Freda
Simple spot serving American fare with Middle Eastern influences plus classic cocktails.
50 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014
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Russ & daughters cafe
From a legendary appetizing shop comes this retro, full-service outpost serving Jewish comfort food.
127 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002
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High street on Hudson
Philly spin-off providing housemade breads & pastries, elevated sandwiches, coffee & cocktails.
637 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014
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B&H dairy
There's borscht, blintzes & matzo ball soup on the menu of this old-school, circa-1940 kosher diner.
127 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003
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Shopsins
Pocket-sized eatery inside Essex Street Market doling out a lengthy, eclectic menu of diner fare.
120 Essex St, New York, NY 10002
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lafayette
Sprawling belle epoque-style brasserie & bakery serving classic French fare & cocktails.
380 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10003
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kirsh bakery& kitchen
Compact, modern spot with coffee, breakfast, artisanal bread, New American meals & wine.
551 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024
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Café Mogador
Classic Moroccan flavors & outdoor seating draw a bohemian crowd to this neighborhood standby.
101 Saint Marks Pl # 1, New York, NY 10009
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Nickel and diner
Upgraded diner classics & contemporary plates in a retro setting with counter seating & booths.
1 Howard St, New York, NY 10013
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Jacob's pickles
Southern-accented comfort food & a broad craft beer list served in a modern-rustic setting.
509 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024
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delicatessen
Upscale takes on American comfort food in a minimalist space with retractable walls.
54 Prince St, New York, NY 10012
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Barney greengrass
Jewish deli institution since 1908, known for smoked fish & not taking credit cards.
541 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024