We came for breakfast/brunch on a Monday and were in and out in an hour. Everything is quick and it…read morewas quicker because it was an off-peak day and time. We ordered different brunch items as well as a basil berry lemonade, which was absolutely amazing. The huevos rancheros were so good. The biscuit that came with one of the dishes wasn't great, not fluffy like you would expect a biscuit to be. The tomato sauce was an unexpected delight. It was like a mix between salsa, pasta sauce and ketchup. This is a great restaurant for basic American breakfast/brunch classics and yummy drinks. If you're in a rush, this restaurant is a great choice. If you want to hang around, I think that's acceptable too. There was a person who was working on his laptop with a cup of coffee like it was a cafe.

I WANT THIS OFF THE TABLE!!!…read more Yelled the host, after I had just sat down and had my purse on the table. WTF rude exclamation IS that. I should've gotten up and left there. HUGE mistake. I've had it with this place. Also this side of broccoli is $9. This after the server spilled my martini in transit, THEN slammed into the table, further slopping the drink everywhere. Ugh. Additionally, they don't offer a wifi password. $9 side of a few pieces of broccoli. (The side of rice is $9 also, btw. No, I did not order that.) Additionally they are NOT transparent about their HH pricing. Unfortunately this is my last time here, after coming for 15-20 years. Good riddance. Wow. Really, I DO NOT GET how those place is busy. What a nightmare.

They have a fine collection of locally sourced sauces and spreads, including almond butter and…read moreginger syrup and white soy sauce. Very interesting and eclectic. We had a cortado and a oat milk matcha latte. The latte was a tall price and the cortado was not among the best you will find in New York. So it is not a destination solely for the drinks.

I used to love Purple Waves as a spot to get some work done or meet with friends, so I was super…read moresurprised to see how much the place shrunk. The coffee shop is now a small space with just a few tables inside, no longer a place to come with a larger group. The menu has also shrunk, I believe vanilla and mocha were the only flavors available for a latte. There used to be a salted maple latte I enjoyed but that's disappeared after whatever remodeling process they went through. They also "don't do" any disposable materials, so you can only really have your drink "for here" unless you bring your own mug. Not sure why this was the move as opposed to finding more sustainable drink packaging. I wasn't a fan of the nondairy milk they use, my vanilla oat milk latte was thin and overall subpar. The place has taken up more of a marketplace vibe with eclectic snacks/sauces/jams/etc. available for purchase. It still is a fantastic location with beautiful outdoor seating facing Central Park North, so you can't take that away from them. Unfortunately just no longer a go to for me.

Solid breakfast/brunch food at reasonable prices. The Melano panini sandwich is so good for under…read more$10! They pack it with tons of chicken and the pesto and sun dried tomatoes add so much flavor. The challah French toast is solid as well as the omelette. They give you great quantity for the price! The only downside is you can't call in or order online. So you have to wait for the order.

CASH ONLY!!! This is…read morea no frills, solid cheap spot to get a bite. They have your standard breakfast stuff. Standard diner breakfast items for half the price. I had two scrambled eggs with home fries platter. Very well made. Coffee was solid. Can't ask for more. Plenty of tables to dine in. Super friendly service. Highly recommend when you want a quick bite in the area.

Pretty good late night drinks + dinner place. Very cozy and sweet ambiance to grab some viet/thai…read morefood. Drinks were tasty and strong and the food was delicious. Food options were surprising as I didn't know a nice little restaurant bar would serve such variety. Would definitely come back again. Only downside is it can get pricey. Service was excellent.

Got here just before lunch specials were done! I grabbed the Thai Chicken Basil Stir fry, low…read morespice. It came with roasted peanuts and rice. The dish had a little bit of a kick, but not too much. I found it to be very filling, I didn't finish all of my rice. Good value, good service as well. Appetizer: honey ginger wings, also good! Nice flavor and crunch.

Great service. Cozy ambiance. Amazing food. Smaller portions so try not to be too hungry. Espresso…read moremartini for the win!

Along a leisurely stroll on Amsterdam Avenue lies this beautiful airy wine bar with an absolutely…read morestellar happy hour that drew us in like moth to flame. With $6 glasses of wine, $10 cocktails and $1 oysters, what's not to love?? We started with a round of espresso martinis which were made well albeit a bit on the small side. No complaints though. We sheepishly ordered 3 dozen oysters which the bartender was glad to entertain. The oysters arrived clean and neatly shucked with very little shell. The lemon, mignonette and cocktail sauce were pretty standard. We also ordered the truffle fries but these fell a little short for me as they weren't dressed very well - they were also soggy, had very little parmesan and only faint truffle flavor. Service was quick and efficient and everyone was super gracious. Things moved quickly and we appreciated that a lot. If you are in the area hop by here and try this place!

Came here for restaurant week and was not disappointed! We got the three course Prefix option for…read more$45 which was a steal in my opinion. I got the tuna tartar, chicken mileanese and panna cheese along with drinks. The Tuna Tartar was outstanding! Very fresh and delicious, I would go back just for it alone. We sat outside as the weather was beautiful. Service was swift and very friendly. Would definitely go back to try the other menu options.

Quick service, cute decorations, good food! Food is more American-style. Would come back again.read more

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.

The highlight of my trip to New York for as our dinning experience. I loved the small neighborhood…read morevibe that draws you in. We found this place by mistake and I love when the unexpected circumstance pulls you in a different direction and you have to make the best of a situation. Our food was delicious and the service was top notch. You can tell this is a fan favorite for the locals and if i'm ever back in the area I will definitely be back.

We missed Brunch which ended at 4 PM and pizza production did not start until 5 PM. Lesson, time…read morethe weekend visit. We kicked off with bread slices. A vinegar & olive oil dosh was delivered for dipping after asking. We started with spicy calamari. We both ordered the Fumo burger with truffle fries, side of mayo for each of us to replace the ketchup. The waiter We ended with was great and while I don't recall music as our conversation was titilating. A first; will not be my last.

Hey friends! This place came highly recommended by a few people I know. So I decided to give them a…read moretry! Fumo is an upscale Italian restaurant with multiple locations in NY. I ordered the Roni pizza($20). It was okay, definitely not matching the hype my friends gave it. It may have been because I came in close to closing time. Customer service was okay. Prices are average. There's paid street parking close to the restaurant. There's patio and indoor dining. I would return earlier in the day whenever I'm in NY again. Hope you enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian