Food was great, service was great, and the ambiance is very clean/ trendy. Will definitely be returning. There was a 1.5 hour wait when I came but it was worth the wait. Totally worth trying out. read more

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Service is incredible. Above a 5/5 for sure. Food came out fast, things were explained well, pretty wide range of things to order from, and beautifully designed. I would have appreciated a heads up of every dish comes with quite a lot of mixed green salad that didn't look the freshest compared to all the freshly made mains. The Reuben was very good. The meat is sliced thinly and was warmed perfectly through. The cheese could've been warmed more. I get residual heat should melt the cheese, but maybe a few seconds under a salamander/broiler would've really made it excellent. Nothing wrong with store bought mustard, but I was hoping for something more pungent. The pickle was a nice full sour. The carbonara was too bacon-y for me. It felt like a bowl of bacon and cream. I enjoyed the baklava and the spinach pie. Perhaps, I am feeling nostalgic for the closed Amphora. The dining experience was nice for a family. We didn't feel rushed even though it was full of guests. I'd definitely go back to work my way through the menu. Once again the staff is operating at such a high level here. I'm very impressed. read more

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Food was good but not worth the price at all. Besides the host, service was really bad. The wrong orders were sent out and it took 10 minutes to get a waitor's attention. We were a party of 6, so it's customary to tip (and we love to do so because we have family members who work in food service) but since the gratuity was automatic it was as if the waitors knew they didn't have to take care of us. In short, food was average but because service was bad the bill felt unfair. If you're in the area for breakfast/brunch you're better off somewhere else. read more

We've been to Carnegie Diner & Cafe in Vienna twice already for early morning breakfast, and overall, it's been a great experience. The service is excellent--very attentive and friendly, which really adds to the meal. The food is also fantastic. The eggs, in particular, are fresh and don't have that unpleasant smell you sometimes get elsewhere. Everything we tried was delicious, and it's clear they put care into their menu. That said, there are a couple of areas for improvement. The outside area could use some cleaning and better upkeep--it's something that's easy to fix and would make a big difference. Also, we didn't see any owners or managers stopping by tables to check on guests. For a new business, it's a small touch that could go a long way in building a loyal customer base. Despite those points, we really enjoyed our visits. The staff is great, and the food is definitely worth coming back for. We'll likely visit again soon! read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

This was our first visit to the diner. We met friends who recommended the Peter's Special--half pastrami and half corned beef on rye. The sandwich was good and also quite large. (A pound of meat!) The corned beef was not rubbery like some can be. The four of us shared an order of onion rings that were also tastey. We had reservations at 1:00 and did not have to wait long to be seated. Service was fine. I would not go out of my way to eat here, but I'd go again if we were in the area. read more

The waitress was very good. However, they brought the wrong order (pancakes instead of the tropical waffle) out for me and my husband's Eggs Benedict were undercooked and runny and the English Muffins were burned black. The waitress took our food back and it took a long time for my correct order to come out. I attribute all this to the kitchen so I don't blame her. My husband and I shared my waffle and they took the Eggs Benedict off the bill. Also, the ac in the main dining area was way too cold so moved to the side room which was much better. read more

Carnegie is a very overrated diner which is super sad because I love diners, and we need more in the area. I've dined in and have had takeout out from here a few times and each time have been just ok and honestly kinda underwhelming. I love all kinds of pancakes, but something about their pancakes just doesn't taste that great. Their breakfast platter with eggs/sausage/hash browns are just ok too. They don't taste that great, more so just mediocre. Their hot latte was fine, nothing special. All in all, the food is ok, but what makes it overrated is the expensive prices for so-so food. Not sure where all the hype is coming from, but I definitely always leave here disappointed and not satisfied. The service is fine, pretty standard. The ambiance is pretty loud and sometimes there kids are running around. Very lively atmosphere. Parking can be a challenge. read more

I'm so glad I came here for brunch! There was a wait, which is typical for Sunday brunch, but it was ridiculously long. We got seated in 15 minutes and were soon after greeted by our waiter. He was very friendly and attentive despite it being a busy restaurant. I ordered a mimosa, and it was my first time seeing a mimosa with pulp. I didn't hate it, but I could've done without the pulp. I also ordered the classic French toast for my entree and got sides of scrambled eggs and hash browns. I loved the French toast, but I wish the hash browns were seasoned. Other than that, I enjoyed my visit and would visit again to try their other menu items. read more

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Stopped in for a pastrami sandwich and was not disappointed. Felt like I was at a deli in NYC. The pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and rye bread was on point. My wife ordered chicken soup and a Greek salad with no olives (Odd I know). She really enjoyed the salad which had extra feta cheese and tomatoes to make up for the missing olives. We did have a small problem with a turkey sandwich that was ordered by a member in our party who has a dairy allergy. The waiter was told that she could not have cheese. Unfortunately, cheese was accidentally added to the sandwich. This was brought to the waiter's attention who immediately sent a manager to our table. They were very apologetic and discounted the bill by 50%. It clearly was a mistake and the waiter felt bad. Hopefully in the future attention to food allergies will be a higher priority. Otherwise it was a nice lunch with good food and the service was great. read more

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This place makes for a great addition to Vienna and NoVa as a whole. Probably the closest to an authentic NYC diner experience I've had since moving back from NY to the DMV area. There's a familiar dessert case with giant cakes in the front, massive portions on the menu, and a packed and buzzing busy environment. There's usually been a wait when we come on weekends, but the servers are efficient and we haven't had to wait more than 20-30 minutes, even on the busiest days. Parking is a bit tight, and it seems like the diner needs to negotiate for more exclusive spaces as they are by far the most popular establishment in the center. Food and drinks are delish - the iced lattes are by far the best diner latte I've ever tried. We usually get two entrees and split between my wife and me - we always have leftovers, too. We usually go for the Nutella pancakes and an omelette. Pros - NYC vibes, good food, huge portions, great coffee drinks Cons - parking can be a bit of a mess, busy at times read more

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I was so excited to discover a Carnegie in NOVA. We visited the location in NYC and had the BEST French toast that I have ever had! This location did not disappoint! French was perfection!! My husband also loved the steak and eggs!! read more

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Location: 501 Maple Ave. Vienna, VA Website: https://carnegiediner.com/vienna-virginia Menu: see website Hours: see website Price: $$ ($20-$30 per person) Parking: a little tricky, don't let that stop you All the things you've heard about 'Carnegie Deli' are here in VA. A full page of pastrami-featured entrees as well as plant-based choices round out the upscale diner menu. Waffles? Yep. Pancakes? Absolutely. Omelette? Yaaas. Sandwiches? For sure. The service here is incredibly good. From the front desk, manager, and our server - very thoughtful and gracious attention. We had reservations for a large-ish group (9) so we had a bit of a wait to secure space. We did not mind one bit. Honestly, if you have the luxury of waiting inside for a table, consider yourself indulged. Between the baked goods case (cakes, pies, cheesecakes, cookie... you get the idea) and watching the plates pass you by toward their tables, your head will spin a bit in a combination of confusion and envy, influencing your own choice(s). Our table chose very wisely. 5/9 chose omelettes. Served with shredded hash browns, salads, and the best sourdough toast. 2/9 chose sandwiches, served with crispy fries, hats off to the one who chose the Truffle Parmesan topping. 1/9 chose the avocado toast topped with poached eggs and our final 1/9 chose Eggs Benedict which came with an impressive pile of hash browns. The food was somehow delivered very quickly after we ordered, particularly impressive considering how busy this restaurant is and how large our group was today. The quality is superb, and the portions enormous. Since I seem to be in an odd fractions mode, 6/9 or 2/3 of us had a leftover box. We are traveling to attend a family event and sharing a home - brilliant move to accommodate these delicious leftovers. (The thought of only having a hotel mini fridge and no room for these impeccable leftovers might have reduced me to pouting. Crisis averted.) I can always tell when my dining partners are hungry and enjoying their meal. It got very quiet. When I could tear my own gaze from my own plate, I looked around the table and everyone had that content, satisfied, relaxed look on their face as they focused on their own plate, also. We did some minor sharing (kudos to my partner who always lets me snag a fry so I could also experience the Truffle Parmesan delight) - everyone loved their meal. I will also confess despite fully believing we would each choose a dessert 'to go' for 'later' (or in the car on our way home?) I had no interest after my delicious meal. However, I was delighted to commit my ability to divide a dessert into 12 equalish portions when our hosts insisted on bringing us a slice of their 24-layer chocolate cake. All 9 of us ate our hack-job of my portioning and we added a 7th takeout box for the remaining 3 hunks of bliss. This is likely the real influence on fractions for this review as well. This restaurant is a delight. Decorated in an upscale 70's modern style, with warm blond wood tones and toned down earth tones blended with modern brass fixtures. The food is incredible and the quality and portions make the prices a fair value. Parking is a little tricky, and there is likely going to be a wait - but honestly, it's well-worth both minor inconveniences. I would plan on 1 entree for 2 people if you do not have ability to refrigerate your leftovers. However, the food is so darn good, if you have the means get your own entree, share bites, and unapologetically take home your leftovers. read more

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First of all: breakfast all day. Yes, please. I fully support any establishment that believes omelets and pancakes should not be confined to the AM hours. Omelette? Pancakes? Happiness? Now let's talk desserts... oh wow. Giant cakes, cookies the size of your face, and unique creations that make you do a double take. It's like walking into a sweet-tooth wonderland. Each treat looks like it came from a dessert dream--and tastes just as magical. Friendly and prompt service. Fun! This place has something for everyone--creative dishes, great vibes, and it's super family-friendly. I already have my eye on the giant pastrami sandwich for next time. Because yes, there will be a next time. read more

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Dined on a weekday, Service was prompt. Food quality was fair to poor: Greasy omelet, cold french fries, and fruit in fruit cup was not fresh. On previous visits omelet and hash browns were greasy and salad greens limp. Coffee, toast, and chocolate cake are good. Weekday ambiance is quiet and pleasant. Weekends noisy and it takes awhile to place order and receive food. read more

We have heard and read a ton of great reviews about this place for brunch so we had to check it out. First off, make sure you have a reservation because this place is incredibly busy and you will not get seated without a reservation. Heck even with a reservation, we had to wait 20-25 minutes to get seated. The staff is incredibly friendly and hospitable so we really didn't mind the wait. After we got seated, we were served right away. Although the menu offering was impressive, the food was pretty average when it came to quality and taste. We ordered a variety of items to try a little bit of everything. All the portions were huge. However, the steak and eggs and omelette could use more seasoning. The burger and pastrami sandwiches were pretty average and nothing special although these were featured as favorite items. The pancakes were actually pretty tasty and probably the best breakfast item on the menu. I'd recommend sticking to the pancakes and waffles more than anything. read more

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In my second time eating here the pastrami sandwich seemed a lot smaller, the sandwich bread not as good, and the sweet potato fries not crispy. For an expensive sandwich this needs to be better. The service was okay, not great. My son's French toast was okay to good, but also not worth the inflated prices. read more

The restaurant is very pretty to look at, I love the atmosphere. The food was good and had very generous portions. I would love to go back for dinner, we enjoyed the brunch! read more

I tried Carnegie Diner back in June and I can still vividly remember how great the food was there. This used to be Yellow Diner but it changed owners and here we are. I came here after work to try out this place after it being recently open. I sat down among the many tables that were filled with other patrons delighted to eat their delicious food; I heard many good things prior the visit and I was hoping to get a taste of the food for myself. This place was packed with young adults, many seniors, and a lot of smiling faces. The menu is really vast, it's actually shocking that there's so many things I want to order but I would not be able to finish them all. That's why multiple visits are required, right? I got the Symphony Breakfast which comes with your choice of bread. I got wheat toast. It comes with three organic eggs of your choice with potatoes, fresh fruit, either bacon/ham/sausage or smoked salmon ( an upcharge ). Alongside it comes with coffee or tea or even a small orange juice. Talk about the vast options you can get. It comes with a free drink too? That's just the cherry on the top. When my food came out I was not expecting a hefty meal worthy of the name. The food speaks for itself and while it's just breakfast food consider this; when was the last time you have been to a diner/breakfast chain and asked the question, " Am I getting my money's worth? " Believe me this was enough to get me full and I eat a lot. I could talk about how delicious the food is but I'm sure you already know my verdict on it. I can not really fathom how get so much food + drink for such an affordable price. The server was also really nice too and came back to check on me despite the chaos that was surrounding us. It was every seat that was filled up during my visit and he was really able to handle it. One big plus is that you can also check out with your server with one of those mobile ordering devices. I wish more places had that to be honest. read more

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Nice restaurant great service , and menu! The restaurant is very clean and light. It wasn't too noisy. We enjoyed the pasta, yogurt parfait and Greek salad for dinner . We also had the apple pie for dessert - but it wasn't the traditional crumb topping . It was the only thing I didn't really like . They offer so many other desserts, so we re looking forward to going back ! The parking is great ans located right next to the restaurant. Thank you staff for a nice meal ! read more

Entering (and when I left, later) you are treated to the overwhelming stench of cow shit (manure). The lobby is decorated for Fall, with lots of pumpkins and such. Including bails of hay. Someone didn't realize that you need to buy fresh straw for that kind of thing -- apparently they picked up some garbage straw that was mixed with animal shit. This stinks, and is spreading dangerous bacteria in the restaurant. When you make a display like this, it should smell sweet. Not literally like shit. The service was prompt and friendly. But I was careful when I ordered to say that I would like an APPETIZER (calamari) to come FIRST, then my sandwich (Reuben). They came in the opposite order, about 60 seconds apart. So my food was getting cold before I even started. The calamari had some very weird (Asian or Middle Eastern) wet sliced vegetable on top of it. Very bad smell. It was advertised to come with aeoli, which I expected in a dish, but that was instead slathered all over it. Before going, I asked a friend what she had heard about it. "Expensive but really huge sandwiches, so big it's hard to eat them." To which I replied, "Oh, like New York! Good!" But it turned out that while the sandwich was expensive ($24), it was quite small. A complete rip-off. You can go down the street to any number of delis in the area and get a Reuben that is MUCH better. It was comfortable and well-lit when I came in, but suddenly they turned out all the lights. They seem to think it's a nightclub or something, but that made it hard to read the dessert menu. A "diner" is not a place you go to sit in the dark. The New York Style Cheesecake slice was okay, or it could have been; it was very cold and hard. They don't have matzo ball soup, they don't have pickles, they don't have egg creams, and they don't have any traditional NY Deli things at all, except for corned beef and pastrami. They have an extensive breakfast menu, and they have burgers. I didn't try any of those things and won't be coming back. It's like IHOP only insanely priced. This place is trying to pretend it's like a New York City diner, but it's more like they read a story about one and are doing they're best to pretend. You know those ubiquitous cafes you find in office buildings around here, always run by some Koreans? They have decent fast food at those places and they are nice for a quick lunch. This is sort of like that, although the portion sizes are smaller, and it costs five times as much. I used to eat at the Carnegie Deli in New York all the time, and frequent other delis in Manhattan when I'm up there. Or on Long Island. Or in New Jersey. This place is nothing like those. And there are plenty of middling to halfway-decent New York delis in Fairfax that are better and aren't a rip-off. I was REALLY hoping this place would be great. And I hate to write a bad review for a new restaurant. But it was a Major Disappointment. read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - so-called Reuben - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

This is our absolute favorite breakfast place! We come in for the espresso martinis (sub tequila) and steak and eggs! Our server Diego always provides exceptional service. Absolutely the best! read more

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Food was very tasty! Fluffiest pancakes I've ever had and the blueberry compote was perfectly balanced. Also the orange juice is fresh squeezed! The restaurant was very cutely decorated. Service was friendly but not as attentiOnly complaint is the price of the eggs we ordered. read more

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Carnegie is for sure a pretty setting inside and an expansive menu of options ranging from breakfast to more savory lunch/dinner options. The service is Always fast and friendly which is always great for any diner. There's always a busy buzz about the diner when I'm there. I haven't tried the breakfast options yet but will on a future visit. This visit I tried the lobster roll which was decent (had a touch too much mayo) with the cheese and bacon fries and which were plentiful and crispy. The Brussels on the side were pretty oily and soggy in not a good way. The flavors were there but the texture was off. Didn't opt for a dessert this go around but there are plenty of options to include the jumbo slice of chocolate chocolate cake. read more

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Nachos: absolutely demolished. This plate of nachos was pristine. Toppings in moderation, no overwhelming excess. The red jalapeños were excellent, but weren't as juicy as the green jalapeños. Perhaps the green were in jars with their juice and the red were freshly picked. I did side-eye the green onions... There are very few dishes which green onions would be suitable for as a garnish or topping, but not nachos.. not nachos. These nachos hold great potential, I believe in their potential more than I believe in mine. My posh friend did not anticipate liking the nachos but ended up loving them, so much so she gave up eating them with a fork and knife (diabolical to begin with) and just ate them with her bare hands like us common villagers. All else: I took a bite of my friends buttermilk pancakes and nearly lost my mind. What a privilege it is to experience delicious food. It felt like biting into the most delicious warm cloud covered in the most delicious maple syrup. They have cute little syrup bottles, I wanted to take one home but was too shy to ask. Also, I'm quite sure the sweet manager lady going around and checking on customers was an angel in disguise. I was in complete awe of her. Also, beware, there's this big tall scary chocolate cake that stares at you the whole time you're there. avoid making eye contact with it. It spins in circles too. read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - Carnegie Nachos - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

I have eaten there the last three times I've been in Fairfax. Unfortunately each time I've eaten there. There's always been something wrong with the food or with the service. The last time was this past week asked for a medium rare with the sauce on the side that comes with it sweet potato fries, which I will never order from them again because by the time you get them home, it's a lump of cold mush. The burger was well done not even put on a grill. It was one of those burgers that you cook one too many and kept it off to the side. And try to pass it off as a medium rare knowing it was not a medium rare burger tomatoes were over Ride! lettuce should've never been put on a set and for what they charge I'm sorry I can't go back there. I will not to Carnegie. In Fairfax, I might try the one in New York and see if they can get it right but right now Fairfax no thank you.!! read more

Had a very enjoyable dinner here, and there is something for everyone. I'm from New Jersey original, so was happy to hear that this NY style deli opened recently. I am not big on pastrami, but was not going to pass it up when I came here since that is one of their specialties. The pastrami sandwich was lean, and not too fatty, which I appreciate. It came with a pickle, side salad and coleslaw, which was plenty of food to fulfill my hunger. For desert, we had the oreo chocolate cake which was a bit too sweet, but still pretty good. Very nice decor here, with music albums and broadway themed pictures throughout the restaurant. Plenty of cushioned booths here, so it was very comfortable. I recommend reservations if you come on a Saturday evening, as it was very crowded. Will definitely be back at some point. read more

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While a bit on the pricey side, I have to say I am impressed with the quality of ingredients as well as the execution of the food. I generally find American fare bland and often uninspired, but the food here is familiar and loyal to a basic root while still being seasoned and distinctive enough to garner its own mark; be memorable; and constitute something as delicious as it is noteworthy. Definitely rich and packing on the calories, the pastrami and beef offerings are all a delight for the intrepid food enthusiast. Highly recommended. read more

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We were invited to lunch with family at the new branch of Carnegie Diner and Café in Virginia for lunch. Tucked away in a small plaza (hint not easy to find parking), it is a much smaller version of NY and packed with diners. It apparently just started accepting reservations on Open Table last night. After a 35 minute wait we were seated and N Nazuk was our server We ordered a Reisling, sauvignon and soft drinks. For appetizer the guac and chips. Main courses: Fish and chips (vey small fish and lots of fries). Average Spaghetti carbonara (good) Carnegic classic (dry w/o mayo) One of our party ordered a pasts that was to come with chicken but the kitchen forgot to add and our server was nice to have it removed from the bill. Perhaps the best was the last and that is dessert. We ordered the Tres Leches and Orange Pie and both were excellent. Its new with staff so growing pains but a lot to get to par with New York. May give it another try in a few months. read more

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Likely because it's still new but service and food was alright at the time I visited. Ambiance was pretty cute and lively. Food: I got the steak & eggs. It was more of a pile of fries and salad tossed onto the plate. Although on the menu it said it came with hashbrowns, I was disappointed to not receive exactly what I expected. Didn't get to choose my choice of bread and received whatever was given. The toast was not to my liking. Friend got the protein sunshine omelette and she also received the wrong toast. Seems like we weren't given a choice even though it said so on the menu. Overall food was alright. Will wait until they settle in more before thinking about coming back. During dinner we each only received one expensive napkin. Asked a manager as he was walking around if we could get more napkins for our table and he said "I don't know if you could" and walked away. He never got us more napkins. We ended up waiting a while more until our waiter checked up on us to finally ask for more napkins but they gave us each only one. What's the point of expensive napkins if you're not going to let guests use it? read more

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This vibes of this place is the reason why I'll come back; food may not be the top reason though. Feeling a mixed range of feelings as we've mulled over our experience here. Went in early and luckily didn't have to wait long but wow, it got packed! We were part of the early morning crowd so we anticipated it being busy yet don't feel like it justified the quality of the food, which was subpar at best. Our kiddo loved the desserts, of course, as it is show cased as soon as you walk in- can't miss it. Do note you can grab dessert to go and get rung up by the register there BUT if you'd like dessert, order from your server as they would have to get it for you. Unfortunately our kiddo insisted having the last Oreo cupcake at that moment and we couldn't wait as our server seemed very busy! Our brunch entrees were... ok. The steak, in the steak and eggs, came out cold; not warm but cold. We asked for it to be heated up a little but it was just odd. Hash browns were hot and we looked forward to digging in as they looked perfectly crispy. Another miss as the hash browns were soggy and not crispy. It was odd, the hash browns looked crispy but they were mushy. I asked for over medium eggs but they came out over hard which was the least of my worries at this point. We thought the toast would be ok but it was stale. Salmon Benedict was not bad. Not the best but not the worst. We'll definitely have to go back but will skip brunch for now. We did discreetly let our server know about the rubbery/cold steak and soggy hash browns and he offered to make it right but we insisted he didn't. Will go back but only if there's no line. read more

From New York to Vienna comes the Carnegie Deli and boy does it bring everything with it! From plant-based offerings to a page of pastrami to desserts to breakfast to amazing looking milkshakes there is so much to try! Today we opted for dessert! We had the OMG 24-layer chocolate cake which was so big and yummy rich that we couldn't even finish it! No problem as a to go box was handy. But, even the leftovers of the cake were so big that I had to cut it in half to fit it in the box. Now that's an awesome problem to have! We did finish the coconut custard pie which was just the right amount of chewy coconut and creamy cream with a solid crust. Little did we know that it was happy hour and drinks were half price so we tried to of the margaritas. One was a strawberry and one was a pineapple. You can order them spicy (with spice around the rim) or with a salted rim. We would have loved to make them frozen but the machine was temporarily out of order. The room we sat in was very sunny and kind of indoor outdoor with lots of windows. What a relaxing and happy place with all the flower stickers on the windows and all those desserts. Plus our server was super nice and upbeat. It all made for a really relaxing and pleasant experience. We look forward to returning to experience the many other pages of their menu. read more

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Great food! Delicious eggs Benedict! The Reuben sandwich is very tasty. Very plentiful portions. On the pricey side though. Parking can be a bit of a challenge. read more

3.7 stars The interior is much nicer than a standard diner. The vibe was very "energetic" as well. We went on a Saturday, and there was definitely a wait, but this was in early June. The portions are large, and the service was attentive. I love how they use organic eggs! The Californian omelet was bland for my taste. My friend ordered the Country Style omelet and said mine was blander than hers after tasting both. I'm guessing this is due to the lack of meat in mine. The menu is very extensive as well, so I'm sure the experience could differ depending on what you order. read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - Californian Omelette - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

As diners go, this place is unique. It is a clean, upbeat, vibrant, busy and modern. Portion sizes were big and the service was nice (especially from the manager). Food was okay though (hash browns were made more in quantity than quality), and the prices were higher, too. Because it was busy, the place was very loud; I advise adding a few dividers between the tables for some privacy and noise reduction. Overall, the place is good, but granted the high prices and noise level, I don't see myself coming here often. 3.5/5 read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Carnegie Diner & Cafe is so cute when you walk in and the case of desserts look so appetizing! But, unfortunately the food leaves a lot to be desired. I think with a few tweaks this place could be really good. I came for brunch on a weekday to give it a try. I ordered the eggs Benedict with lobster. It sounded so yummy and there was a pic in the menu that looked really good. Shortly after I ordered, I was told they didn't have lobster today. Huh? Then why put it on your menu?? So, I changed my order to the classic Benedict. When it came out, one of my eggs was clearly broken and when I cut into it, it was RAW. Gross. I asked for it to be remade (to the very nice and helpful Manager). Andddddd it came out raw - AGAIN! He was visibly upset to see that the kitchen had messed up my order again. I can say that the egg that was cooked was pretty tasty. Good hollandase sauce and nicely griddled Canadian bacon. The dish also came with hashbrowns and a salad. I found the hashbrowns to be bland and the salad dressing was very sweet. Not a fan. Some of the other food that was coming out of the kitchen looked good. Maybe they were having an egg-poaching off day. The Manager comped my meal and sent me home with some carrot cake, which I appreciated. Hopefully once they're open longer then can make some tweaks and improve. read more

Came for dinner on Monday night - parking lot not the largest - had to squeeeze into tight tight space. The diner is so aesthetically pretty - very well done. The menu - typical American diner- salads, burgers, sandwiches, etc. Got the lobster mac&cheese, pastrami and blue salad. Meals were good thou on rich/heavy side - good portions. Friend got cheese cake to go - it is NYC diner after all. The space can get alittle loud esp in the alcove room. Overall enjoyed the experience. read more

I was traveling and heard that Carnegie diner just opened a new location. I had to try it and see if it was similar to the one in the City. They had a similar menu and the food is awesome for a diner. I got a Californian chicken sandwich and it was a huge portion. Service was great and I would definitely visit again. read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - Californian Chicken sandwich - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

This is a really nice Greek diner/restaurant with a bar and table seating and has a beautiful dessert case at the entrance. It's family-friendly and very clean. Staff were very friendly and the service was quick. Big Apple cocktail was amazing. Although I ordered my steak medium rare, it was delivered medium well. They kindly offered to give me a new steak, but I didn't want to wait to have it re-cooked. So the manager gave me a free dessert. Wish they would've toasted the hazelnuts on the salad. Next time, I'll bring my family here. read more

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It must be good given the restaurant was full, however it's unacceptable to sit 10 minutes and not see a server. I walked out.

Great ! I'll be back for sure The cake was very moist and delicious. Great service as well. read more

Carnegie Diner & Cafe - DLChocolate Fudge Cake - Diners Near Me - Vienna, Virginia