Late night after a movie run. Staff were polite, friendly and helpful. Amazing. I was craving a…read moresteak right before a meat fast, but this did not cut it. The steak was not fresh at all. It was supposed to be rare but was chewy. Spinach was decent. Late night after movie was very busy!

Decent service and comfortable seating space, but the food seems just okay here. The quality seems…read morelow, but I guess comparing the prices to other brunch spots nearby and Manhattan diners, it makes sense. I still wouldn't pay the price for what we got though. We got pancakes (regular and chocolate chip) and they were just alright. They were thin and floppy (not very fluffy, but they weren't dry). The chocolate chips in the chocolate chip pancakes saved the flavor, but I can imagine the plain pancakes being unappetizing/unsatisfying to eat. It looks unapparent from the outside, but there was a good amount of chocolate chips embedded near the center and inside of the pancakes. They provide a lot of packets of craft syrup and butter. Unfortunately, maple syrup is $2 per packet. I've also tried some of their toasted homemade muffins, which were alright. The corn muffin was a bit dry, and the blueberry muffin was a tad bit too sweet for me. I feel like I need to try some of their other dishes like omelettes or eggs benedict to fairly comment on their food quality, but I don't know if I'd come here for that when they don't appeal too much. I would say the quality is comparable to City Diner and Manhattan Diner. Other notes: - The handwritten check can be a little hard to discern. - We go up to the cash register to pay - They have a separate gluten-free menu

We stumbled on this Gem! We sat at the bar and Ashley was behind the bar. Wow was she fantastic!…read moreGreat recommendation! Loved the Biscuits and Fixens! She was spot on! Planning on going back soon! Ashley is a Gem and made the experience so much better!

i love this restaurant! the food is delicious!! my first time was when they were located on…read moreamsterdam avenue. then they opened one in norwalk, ct. i've been there quite a bit. then they opened this one on columbus avenue. my only wish is that they would have all the same foods at the other two in brooklyn and the moynihan train hall locations. but jacobs pickle is one of my favorite restaurants!!!!!!

what an amazing experience !! from the managers greeting (Tracy) when i walked in , to the drinks…read moreto the food - amazing spot. service was amazing , highly recommend stopping by for brunch , drinks or dinner everything is great especially the mac & cheese. they pull a great Guinness too! one of the best spots in the UWS !

I don't live on the UWS, but was here, and just happened to come in on trivia night. This place is…read morea gem. If I was local, I would give it one star to protect it from others coming in. But I'm not, so come! This place is great. Come visit And there are pictures of pet dogs all over the walls

Came for a quick bite with my parents and we all were happy with our choices. The seafood bisque…read morewas the ideal temperature and creamy. The avocado toast was perfectly toasted and creamy. Service was a little slow tonight but otherwise no concerns.

The get the job done. I am glad there's diner that still exists among all the bells & whistles…read morerestaurants. It has become my partner and I staple after a late night. Their quesadilla are very good, tad oily but hits the spot. Will continue being a staple and they charge you an arm and a leg. They have you in and out too.

We were a party of 5 (including my very finicky little cousin who is five) on Saturday January 17,…read more2026. We got there right when the opened. Ximena was our server and she was a delight. The food and drinks were great!!! This is a spot you might find in Brooklyn but SURPRISE!!! Guess what? I TOOK PICTURES!! To start, we ordered the mango mojito and a hibiscus drink. Both were nice. We asked for more sugar cane because we wanted it! (So good) HOWEVER, skip both and order the rum punch!! BABYYYYYYY it was great!!! We ended up ordering it and my cousin had TWO. Trust me, order the Rum Punch. The food was delicious! Be sure to ask for the homemade hot sauce. It is FIRE!! The food: the salt fish and ackee spring rolls were good. We ordered chicken bites and they were delicious with and without the sauce!! It was "child certified" by our little cousin. We ordered fries and asked for the tamarind / ketchup. Loved it! The Trini corn soup was devoured with barely any evidence soup was in the bowl! The jerk chicken comes out on its own as an entree. The sides are al a cart. It did not need sides as the portion was nice! The crab fried rice was delicious as was the curry vegetable fried rice. The beef lo mein was delicious. The beef was tender and not too spicy . Because it was going so well, we ordered cake: a carrot slice, and a coconut slice. The carrot cake we like better than the coconut cake. Both had icing we all loved. The carrot cake was a little different from any I have had, but it was good. The coconut cake was cold and I suspect it was the reason it was on the dry side. It had flavor just not as moist as we would expect. So listen, this is a two restaurant experience. In the morning there is a different menu. We came after 5pm. This review is for the after five "set." I will attach a menu pic. Are we coming back? Yes we will!! Friendly staff that made sure we were happy and had what we needed. Great job and I look forward to my next trip and dining here! GET THE RUM PUNCH!!!

Good food but very expensive for basic eggs. Yes it's NYC pricing but still crazy considering you…read morecan get a great bagel sandwich for significantly cheaper. Nice service. Very packed for brunch on the weekends.

I went to Viand on a Thursday for lunch. 3 of us walked in and were able to choose our table and…read morewere seated right away. Service was great and the food came out faster than I've ever experienced in my life. Diner vibes, perfect spot for a quick casual lunch. Very bright and small on the inside. The lemon chicken soup was fantastic, and there was lots of well cooked chicken in the chicken Cesar wrap as well.

Looking for a good breakfast spot on the upper west side? Viand has you covered. We stopped in on…read morea rainy summer morning and quickly found ourselves seated at an old wooden table with hot black coffee. Watching regulars mosey in and out, we ordered plate after plate of eggs, has browns, bacon, toast, fruit cups, orange juice, tea, and numerous refills of coffee. Each dish was prepared just right and hit the spot, satisfying our craving for breakfast eats. Viand is definitely a neighborhood gem - you should give it a try if you haven't already!

This Family Owned Jewish Deli opened in 1908 and then moved to its present location in 1929, Barney…read moreGreengrass directs its focus on traditional Baltic style smoked fish, like Lox, Herring, Sable, & White Fish. It has only one store, which is found on Amsterdam Avenue on the Upper West Side of New York City, - and it has changed very little over the past 120+ years. Most famous for its Smoked Fish, especially its Smoked Sturgeon, Barney Greengrass has an extensive menu along this line, offering mostly cured fish items, either in sliced form, or as smoked fish salads. However there is a small list of meat sandwiches that are offered as well, making Barney Greengrass yet another great Jewish Deli in NYC that is NOT Kosher. During my numerous visit between 1976 and 1999, the service at Barney Greengrass has always been friendly and informative. It made me feel like I was a regular here, even during my fist visit. I always make sure to get one the platters, which can be any combination of three smoked fish items. Usually select the Sturgeon, the Nova, and the White Fish, which comes two Bagels. I found it good to get a large of their amazing Borscht as well, as a refreshing pallet cleanser. And just to mix things up a bit, I once slit a Pastrami Sandwich, whish was on the small side for an NYC Deli, but was delicious that it was well worth price. Other items of is their Pickled Herring Salad, their White Fish Salad, and especially their Latkes (potato pancakes). I love fish, thus Barney Greengrass has become one of my favorite Delis in America. Yum!

if you are chasing that old New York ambiance, come here (& bring multiple wallets)…read more- the old wallpaper, large deli, & intense waitstaff create a historic Jewish deli energy. the food is just as exciting. - the lox is delicious, perfectly smoky & salty. the rumors are true that all the best dishes here revolve around their fish. the bagel was crispy on the outside and the tomato's were perfectly ripe. the cream cheese potion was a tad less than I'd like but allowed the fish to do the work - the waiter dramatically encouraged us to get latkes...which he then forgot to bring. we ended up flagging him down at the end of the meal & they were brought over. huge chunks with a crispy exterior. definitely different than any latkes I've had before! - the biggest con is the price tag. I got the class bagel with lox and spent almost $40. if that is what it takes to keep historic institutions around, I'll do it, just not as often as I'd like to

I LOVE this place. The food is excellent! All day breakfast, with great omelettes! Alfonso is the…read morebest. Never had better guacamole. No freezers here. So you can count on the food being fresh. This is my go to spot on the Upper West Side.

Great UWS spot for brunch / lunch. They have a good selection of breakfast & lunch items. Very…read moresmall seating area, with great service. I've been several times and it's always the same staff. Love their sandwiches, all of which come on fresh bread. The Herb Crusted Chicken Breast sandwich (pictured) might've one of my favorite sandwiches in the city. Huge portion and absolutely delicious.

In line with what I'd expect from a diner! Relatively bright interiors, quick service, and noise…read morelevels on the quieter side. What we ordered: Mexican Frittata ($17.95), Tex Mex Scrambled ($17.95), and Strawberry Pancakes ($16.95). Unlimited coffee pours from $3.75! Javier our server was quick to take our order and was attentive. Great spot in the UWS area if you are looking for a quick bite.

Good quality diner…read more We visited Manhattan Diner with friends for a quick dinner in June 2025. The interior was stylish for a diner, all the food we ordered was good, and the portions were generous. Service was quick and courteous. My burger, ordered medium rare, came slightly overcooked but was still juicy -- fine for a diner. We recommend Manhattan Diner if you're in the area and looking for a quick, budget-friendly meal with decent quality. Food ordered Fried Calamari Buffalo Wings Grilled Chicken Quesadilla - excellent Tuscany Burger Marinated Chicken Shish Kebab Ahi Tuna Steak - very generous portion Shrimp Scampi Grilled Salmon

I don't ordinarily choose to go to typically popular (social media-wise) places. However, I now…read moreunderstand why this place gets the kind of love that it gets. First of all, the service is terrific. I walked in as a "one" and got to sit in this adorable little solo seat up on the second floor, which had a great view of all of the goings on down below me. Then I ordered a Classic Bloody Mary and their Deluxe French Dip from a friendly and competent server. When the Bloody Mary came out, it looked almost pink, which had given me the false sense that it might not be all that flavorful. Boy, was I wrong. It was an incredibly tasty cocktail. It honestly might have been one of the best I've ever had! The Deluxe French Dip was insane. It was a vision of beauty. I just couldn't even figure out how I was going to eat it without making a complete mess of myself. I even asked the waiter if he had a recommendation. He just told me, "You just have to own it" and brought me a stack of napkins. And "own it" I did. It was so delicious and decadent. It involves so many deep flavors. I particularly loved the horseradish sauce. Being a native New Yorker I often scoff at these madly, popular eateries that draw large crowds of people taking selfies while they're eating, but between the service, the food, the decor and the overall vibe, I honestly believe I understand why this place is so wildly popular. And you should go check it out too.

My friends and I came here for a burlesque/live music show on a recent Friday evening and it's…read morereally a great place for a show. I had fun and the performers were excellent. It was supposed to be a dinner show type of vibe but if you're plant-based/vegan, there's nothing for you here, which is a bit of a disappointment. I'm not expecting anything earth-shattering at a place that's known for French dip and steak, just one option that isn't grilled asparagus. So I split a bottle of prosecco with my friends and enjoyed the show. The band plays from the balcony above, and the burlyQ performer made her way through the tables and bar. Great sightlines and a fun atmosphere overall. Our server was very nice and attentive. I just left hungry. So I couldn't see myself returning without getting dinner somewhere beforehand.