Best diner on Staten Island. The meals such as the fish Frances are better than meals you can get at an Italian restaurant. Their burgers are the best , and hands down the best potatoe salad you will have in your entire life . The bus boys are amazing, especially the little fella. The servers can try to turn tables fast and be dominant, but you have to counter dominate them- otherwise it's quite the pleasent experience. Parking can be rough so be cautious . read more

This place has been around a long time, cash only! Sometimes classics can be great and other times they're just lackluster. We came in with our registered service dog and was denied entry. Old man behind the counter, seemed to be the owner asked for paperwork and then when we showed him he said "anyone can make these papers". So why ask? Does he not know it's illegal to deny service to anyone with a service dog under the ADA?! Poor judgement. We didn't make a scene, there's plenty of great diners on Staten Island, we just live by this one. We will be looking into making a formal complaint as he was extremely rude and he made the final call to not let us dine read more

The island Coffee shop is amazing!! The service is incredible, the vibes are so cute and the food is delicious. The prices are also incredibly reasonable. I got the French toast with a side of potatoes and it's exactly what I wanted, they gave me so many potatoes and the French toast was delicious. The coffee here is also great. Overall I can't think of a cuter or more affordable place to get breakfast on Staten Island. Try to come before 11 to get the breakfast special!! read more

Island Coffee Shop - French toast - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Island coffee shop was subpar nothing really to brag about. The location is cute in Staten Island. I like the open kitchen where you can see them making your food. The owner decided not to have a sign that says CASH ONLY however he conveniently has an ATM located in the diner. It charges over $3 on top of whatever your bank is charging. Then you're obligated to tip your waitress. So get ready to bring cash or end up paying atm fees on top of tipping. For a diner I would say any diner would do that takes card for payment. read more

Place is hoppin on a Saturday morning. Delicious and quick breakfast. First time but not last time The grill cooks bang it out read more

My friend and I have been eating at this establishment for several months because we're locals and we enjoy eating out. This evening my friend noticed the cook sneeze into his gloved hands, then the cook blew his nose but never changed his gloves. The cook then proceeded to stick his finger in his ear multiple times and still didn't change his gloves. When my friend called the waitress over to send back his food and told her what was going on, there was no 'I'm sorry, would you like to speak with the owner' who was standing right there; nothing, just dead silence. We paid our bill and then decided to call and let the owner know what we witnessed, the same waitress, whose voice we recognized, answered the phone and stated that the owner doesn't take calls. Now I know why. Although this place looks nice and clean, I'd stay far away from it, unless you want to get sick. Never going back again. read more

I have been going to the island coffee shop for over 20 years now . I have eaten breakfast , Lunch and Dinner There also . I know the owner George who is there every day and greets all who come there with a big smile and a hello . Food is really good not your typical diner food . Portions are big and the food is very tasty and the prices are very reasonable also . I would tell anyone if you want a good hearty home cooked meal , this is the place ! You will leave happy and well satisfied . I give the island coffee Shop 5 Stars read more

The Island coffee shop is our go to place for breakfast. The ambience is reminiscent of the diners of my childhood--eclectic, warm decor, food prepared from lightning fast short order cooks in full view of the patrons, great value for the money. Best of all, our waitress Debbie, is not only efficient but warm and welcoming. Debbie treats you as if you are a special guest in her home. Kudos to Debbie. read more

A real Staten Island institution. No putting your name down for a table. You lineup by the door and wait your turn behind the others. Order by number (I'll have the #3 and the #4 with a side of bacon etc). Endless refillable coffee, plants abound by the windows, the servers have worked here for decades, a real sweet family scene with grandparents parents teenagers grandkids enjoying brunch together. Stick to the classic eggs bacon oatmeal (skip the egg salad) and the boundless coffees and you'll be very very and completely endeared. 5 stars!!!! read more

Island Coffee Shop - American Near Me - New York, New York

What every diner should strive to be. No frills, no bullshit, no 12 page menu. Best diner on the island by far. Staff always on point and professional, good clean environment. read more

Food Service and ambience were all good Love their Breakfast and Their Burger Platters are always cooked good and fries too.

The place just is not the same. The owner raised his prices considerably, and I just don't like the atmosphere. Waitresses yelling Who's Next loudly, food hustled to you quickly to get you in and out. The moody owner. Everything is rush rush. It's just not worth it for me . The cold,chaotic ,loud , atmosphere isn't good for my digestion read more

3 1/2 stars. This place has been around forever and is a regular haunt for the older folks (retirees) and the people who live in the neighborhood. The coffee is hot and strong and the food is consistently ok. It was, in the past, bargain eats but, like anything else, an omelette breakfast with home fries, bacon and toast will set you back $15.00. I stopped in early last Sunday morning on my way home from Staten Island. It's open seating and you can pick a table or the counter. The wait staff is friendly but, the owner is not! Never has been, lol!!! Anyway, like I said, the food is consistently ok. Eggs, potatoes and toast. You really can't jazz it up or screw it up. They do have a decent breakfast, lunch and early dinner menu. Parking in that neighborhood can be a bitch! Always has been!! Escaped without a parking ticket, lol. read more

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I'm suspicious of businesses that only take cash. Especially ones that don't place a sign upon entry. For this reason, regardless of their cuisine skills, it gets ruined upon paying the bill. It's an $8 surcharge at the ATM. read more

Service was good , my BlT on a roll was good if I ordered a plain roll. 1 slice of tomato 2 slices of bacon and minimal lettuce . I fingered I would support the place being that it just reopened . That's all they are gettting out of me. When showed the waitress the meek sandwich see looked scared and just walked away. I won't be back they should have stayed closed. read more

This is more than just a coffee shop. It's a diner that serves awesome food, and breakfast all day! Once you walk in you are greeted by the hostess and the owner, George. Very pleasant and friendly staff to go along with this establishment. Greek Gyro (or cheeseburger) is my usual go-to meal when I hit up any diner. It's sort of a tradition for me, and this place did not mess up the Gyro I had. It was a nice sized meal, but what made it even more tantalizing was the side of homemade tzaziki sauce. I could not get enough, and they were not cheap with the amount they gave either. All the ingredients looked fresh and colorful. I was very surprised and pleased with my experience here. It looks smaller than it is from the outside, but there is enough seating. One thing is that there is no parking lot, street parking only. It is worth the visit, and I'm sure I'll be back for more than just the tzaziki sauce! read more

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Affordable, delicious, and bustling diner! Perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Service is quick and attentive. Great neighborhood vibes and locals who always frequent! I've only gotten breakfast items here and many entrees come with a side of potatoes and buttered toasts! Will come back for a burger or dinner next time! You get your check and pay at the counter up front. Card and cash accepted. read more

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Simple American style breakfast. Quick cheap and delicious. I had the two eggs and potatoes. Fire! Also great coffee!

Super local spot with traditional diner vibes! We enjoy coming here for simple breakfast nothing but simple hardy meals with good vibes! The customer service is great! Friendly staff & crew.. all very inviting. The meals are great in portion & filling. We have came here many many times and will continue to keep coming! read more

Consistently good comfort food! Fun and attentive service. Fast local delivery. Been around forever. Nice shop too!

My husband and I needed a quick bite to eat so in the area he remembered about this place . We walked in the staff invited us to sit wherever we wanted . Small place with outdated style seating we choose a booth in the back. My husband ordered a coffee with creamer the Waitress in a rush came back with coffee and milk. We ordered our food he ordered a an omelette with spinach cheese and mushrooms, I ordered a chicken gyro wrap. The food comes the waitress brings the picture I posted . I asked this is a wrap? She said no I like this better than. A wrap cause you can use a fork. I stated this is not what O ordered she said again this is what she likes better. I would of honestly returned my food but with the cost of food these days and the hit it has been on small business I just kept the meal that I did not want. Food was tasteless, my husband eggs were terrible he said as well as the coffee was not fresh. Certainly not a place will we return to. read more

Island Coffee Shop - Not what I ordered - American Near Me - New York, New York

I had lunch with my friend and our daughters. We ate and received our bill. We were chatting a little finishing our coffee when the owner came over to us and said we had to leave (not in a nice way). He kicked us out!!! for sitting and chatting!!! I like the food The staff is friendly and hard working but they rush you out the door as soon as you put your fork down! I would have given it a 5 had we not been kicked out.. Very rude read more

Great coffee, french fries and sandwiches! The turkey- bacon BLT on rye is a personal favorite, but they also have great corned beef & pastrami as well as the expected 'egg-pertise' to be a great place for breakfast! Expect a bit of a wait around breakfast time & lunch on weekends. After dozens of meals here we have never left disappointed! read more

Island Coffee Shop - American Near Me - New York, New York

This gives me a lot of old school diner vibes but in like a good way. The service is quick and no frills. I got the lamb gyro which was a huge plate of pita, lamb gyro, and some salad on top with tzatiski and a side of fries. The breakfast special is also really good because you get a lot for the price point-- eggs anyway you want, any bread, sausage and potatoes. I would definitely come back to try that. Everything was pretty affordable overall. This diner is tucked in between a lot of houses in a residential looking area so it shouldn't be too hard to find! read more

If you're looking for a breakfast spot, quick service and a great prices this would be it. Comfy booths, friendly workers and good portion sizes. They have other stuff in the menu but we came in for a Saturday breakfast. Oh and the place only takes cash, and they have an ATM. read more

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This is probably my first review of a restaurant. The place was freezing. I ordered just an orange juice and got kicked out for having too small of an order. The place markets itself as a coffee shop, but they don't even have cappuccino. Additionally, the single tables have massive flower pots that block your view of the window, with plant leaves hovering over you. Essentially, it's a diner with rude staff. Avoid this place; there are plenty of better options on the island. read more

staff was very nice! food was good but they do not have fresh fruit. it is cash only.

Almost always a wait to get in but so worth it. Food is always delicious and price can't be beat. The portions are good too. Just remember to bring cash. They are cash only. read more

It's plain just ok. Old school atmosphere, small place. Old people seem to frequent it. Plain food. CASH only (tax evasion?).

Not very nice people...they have all sorts of rules and regulation I need to apply for a table. Half the place was empty... they will not give you a table unless you're a party of three or more. read more

Island Coffee Shop - American Near Me - New York, New York

The coffee is always fresh the food is always delicious! I love this place. The portions is so big I always bring home food for the next day! Such a cozy atmosphere you feel like you are visiting family. The servers are always welcoming and attentive. Great place for breakfast or lunch! read more

My family has eaten here many times. The food and service was good, prices are fair, but today my father found a shard of metal in my meal. He bit down on the hard piece of metal, spit it out and found out it was a sharp shard of metal as long as a grain of rice. When we showed it to the waitress, she took away the meal to discuss it with the owner. Upon finishing the rest of the meal we received the bill and discovered that we were still charged full price for the dish with the metal inside it! We brought it up with the waitress telling her it must be a mistake. After discussing it further with the owner of the establishment, she came back with the bill, charging us STILL half price for the meal "because half of it was already eaten". This is a rediculous way to treat a customer who could have been seriously injured and we will not be coming back. read more

Fast and friendly service, street parking can be tough as times but there's always a spot. Food is always good, big portions, good prices. Pickup is very quick, it's cash only. read more

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Tried ordering avocado toast.. waitress had no idea what it was.. thought I wanted toast made out of avocado and couldn't figure out what to do... Met some coworkers there for breakfast and to discuss an upcoming project... we finished eating , waitress took our plates and hadn't even made it back to the counter with them and the owner came over and said we had to leave, he needed the table and we couldn't do our "homework " there... there was NO ONE waiting for a table and there were 3 other tables that were being cleaned .. how do you tell customers they have to leave??? So rude and the food was mediocre at best... will NEVER go back to this place again.. so rude!! read more

Local favorite dinner with great service and excellent food. Menu has classic Greek dishes as well as breakfast all day. Sharing is caring when you order the large Greek Salad with seasoned grilled chicken, don't forget the fries! read more

Island Coffee Shop - Greek Salad with grilled chicken and a side of fries nomm nomm - American Near Me - New York, New York

Awesome place. I can see why Islanders love it. Very homey atmosphere. The waitress was very attentive. Mornings are packed here but I never felt rushed to leave. Great family place. We ordered two French toast with sausage, juice, coffee, an extra side of scrambled eggs and a Mickey Mouse pancake for baby all for $20 The breakfast was very good. Thick cut breakfast sausage, crispy bacon. I usually prefer thick sliced French toast but it still tasted very good. read more

Island Coffee Shop - Great breakfast - American Near Me - New York, New York

The two stars rating is because of the waitress and busboy. Save your money or find another spot. Horrible pancakes and waffles with bacon as thin as a sewing thread with no flavor. The prices have gone up and the service has plummeted. Never again. read more

Good food with a spanish diner feel. Great service and speed service. I recommend this place if you on the go or for lunch. read more

Island Coffee Shop - Shrimp seafood - American Near Me - New York, New York

So disappointing. We have been coming here for years and order once a week! My husband and 18 month old son went in for breakfast today and they kept seating people who came in after them. My husband asked why and they said "well you're only two you'll need to wait for a small table" meanwhile there were plenty of booths and big tables free! so when he questioned why he couldn't just sit there if no one was waiting they still said no! With a baby!!!!!! so upsetting and disappointed. will not be back. read more

My family has been a regular patron of this restaurant and bring friends there regularly. We know them and come all the time. Today, we had a terrible service experience with the hostess today. When we came here for lunch for a group of 5, the restaurant was completely empty and my sister was running late and asked for us to order for her. They refused to seat us until she came and we watched party after party pass us and fill up the establishment. This policy makes no sense, especially because the restaurant was completely empty when we got there. We didn't even feel like eating here after my sister arrived because we've never been treated this way before. Unless things change, we are not coming back. read more