This is really a solid diner, not a cafe: large menu with the typical breakfast, lunch and dinner items; and usual booths and seating (slightly cleaner and better than an area diner). Located in a small plaza with 7-11 and a few other small stores, we were greeted right away upon entering. There were a few customers but it was not packed which meant we got a booth, yay. The waiter informed us of the specials, most of which I hesitate to order at a diner: paella, octopus, steak, etc. The menu is plentiful with the usual items as well as more Spanish dishes like empanadas, Spanish breakfast, etc. The Italian vegetable panini with salad was not bad but it was odd that the salad had the same ingredients as the panini (sans portobellos), leaving the while dish feeling one note. The burger was the typical diner burger. Overall pricing was okay, given rising costs, though some of the entrees were $25-30+, which i wouldn't do. I wonder what the Spanish dishes would have tasted like because perhaps those are their stars. Service was attentive, though it felt like they were trying to make this more into an elevated experience vs. what it was. I did like the bathrooms a little better than other diners, and I felt pretty comfortable in the little restaurant space. read more

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Pretty good. I should have gotten an omelet. Everyone there, and most appeared to be regulars, was munching on an omelet. Should have gone that direction. Got a triple-decker chicken cutlet sandwich, which was pretty good. Sister got a chicken and eggplant thing on a pita. Also OK. The portions were generous. The waffle and regular fries were standard diner fries, which is a good thing. Now for the chili. It is straight up marinara bolognese. I guarantee this is the exact same stuff they serve on spaghetti. They just throw some cheddar on it and serve it next to some chips. Pretty bad. Other than that, not bad. Again, should have gotten the omelet read more

Main Street Cafe - Cup of "chili" Avoid this. It is marinara bolognese left over from the spaghetti bolognese. Literally. With cheddar on top - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

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If you want to know how anyone can screw up breakfast, try this place. The worse I've ever had. And the waiters have a bad attitude. Stay away. read more

I come here all the time with my parents. It has a nice warm, inviting diner atmosphere. And the owner and staff are super friendly and welcoming. Their Sangria is surprisingly good and a huge pour. Also this is the ONLY restaurant that makes popovers- and they are complimentary. If you never had one come here and try it. I always ask for extra. They are big eggy muffin type things, super airy and warm and delicious with butter. The dinner specials are such a great deal and come with soup or salad and dessert. They have a huge menu with lots of options. Everything is super great quality and fresh. The portions are large and plentiful. The salads are super large and all prices are reasonable. $16.99 for a huge salad with salmon on top! The chicken dishes are excellent too. The chicken is really tender and juicy, soft and delicious chicken breast. The chicken Francese my dad had was so good. Come here with your family, you won't be disappointed! read more

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the brisket was not good. Says "slow roasted". Seemed like it would be good. I should have returned it.

Service was amazing! So attentive. The food was really good but the sangria was even better.... read more

Main Street Cafe - Coconut shrimp over a watermelon feta salad! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

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Ordered takeout for 5. Good food, good portions, good prices! Fast and friendly service as well! Got a chicken portobello panini for myself. Was fresh and tasty and comes with fries! If I lived in the area I'd go often! Check it out! read more

Main Street Cafe - Inside! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

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Today we had the take out Easter brunch. It was wonderful. There was so much food and all prepared perfectly. Hot and fresh. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

Food very good and owner and staff very helpful and accommodating. Very big menu. I've liked everything I've ordered there.

My family has been eating here since 2002. Friendly atmosphere and good food. Owner, Oscar is great with customers. read more

Come for breakfast, lunch or dinner and they offer a big menu of dishes. The classic burgers and fish sandwich are tasty and generous size. The coffee is hot and fresh. Service was friendly and met our needs. read more

Good local place I spotted Main Street Café this morning while I was in New City and stopped in. It was not busy. Nice place, well maintained and clean, and it is always good to support local businesses. A friendly greeting and coffee was a great start. I decided on their Farmer's Omelette, basically a 3 egg omelette with meat. I was a bit underwhelmed when I dove in, even though I could see ham and sausage the small pieces were so thin. I had to hunt for evidence of bacon and did find some. I had hoped for a more substantial amount of meat. It came with homefries. They were just unseasoned potatoes, not an uncommon find at breakfast places I visit, but not as good as places that make more of an effort to flavor the food with a little onion or peppers and seasoning. The music in the background was SiriusXM radio. I know this because it was loaded with commercials for SiriusXM radio. Maybe pay for the service or switch to something else? Still it was a good visit, I'm being a little nitpicky. I liked the place, the food was good, I left full. read more

Main Street Cafe - Farmer's Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

Good diner/care food, great service, super nice owner and great staff. The ambiance is satisfactory for what it is. A nice, casual place to have breakfast, lunch or dinner. read more

Came in today for lunch, and the place was absolutely packed but they found us a booth it was the last available table. Oscar took amazing care of us, drinks were refilled in a very prompt fashion, burger was on point, even cooked properly just like I asked, (medium rare) the toppings were plenty, and the order was perfect. This meal exceeded my every expectation. I've been coming here for a long time and this place always takes great care of me. read more

Main Street Cafe - Jack Daniels Deluxe Burger, with Avacado and bacon, extra onions - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

We went with our two little kids at lunch time. We stuck with the classics-kids for burgers/grilled cheese and fries, I got a chicken Caesar wrap, and my mother in law got a turkey club. Absolutely no complaints about the food, it tasted fresh and was cooked just right. Had a big menu but we stuck with the classics. Service was friendly and in a timely manner. Bathroom was clean and had a nice changing table for my toddler, fully equipped with lots of cleaning products. Parking was easy. Definitely will be back! read more

My wife and I were staying at local hotel 10 minutes drive from this dinner. It was my wife's birthday, They delivered our food with no napkins or utensils. We asked the lobby but they had none. I called the delivery driver, he said he couldn't help. I called the dinner and they said they couldn't help. I called Uber eats and they said I couldn't get a refund. I threw the food away, f!!! you main st dinner. read more

Usually go there and all good. However, a sole customer came in and was coughing, sneezing and no mask. A few of us gave him disgusted looks and he went to bathroom and then asked for check and left. He looked sick. I asked the staff to spray and wipe down his table, but got a blank stare. Wake up guys this is serious pandemic. Everyone should wear a mask indoors when not eating or drinking. Also, wipe down table with disinfectant between patrons. I find this diner too risky at this time. I'll go back when pandemic ends...who knows when that will be. read more

Great find! Unassuming and yet oh so charming! Friendly service, great food and homemade desserts! Try it!! This is a terrific place!!!

Owned by nicest family. Consistently good food and service. Generous portions. Really great salads.

Oscar The owner is the Best, Great Staff including Leo, Maracella,And Ingmer Always delicious food and great service please support this local business in these tough times for the Restaurant industry. read more

One of the best diners in the area. Very fresh popover bread thats tastes like its made on the premise. Staff remembers customers. Jose always offers us the paella. One of the better paellas i have had especially at a diner. Just ask for it its not on the menu but they will make it. read more

Main Street Cafe - Best paella - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

Good food, great people large selection on their menu

They don't tell you if they run out of items, they'll just leave it off and hope you don't notice? I ordered the Italian wrap which is advertised to come with chicken, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, basalmic vinegar and olive oil. The wrap only came with chicken, roasted red peppers and dressing. So glad I paid full price for this wrap without anyone mentioning that they ran out of half of the ingredients. read more

Upon entering I was reminded of classic NYC coffee shop/diners. The food was on par with standard diner faire. Not overly impressive, or unimpressive. Just a straight middle of the road quality place. read more

Great breakfast... fast, hot, consistent. They don't overcook the eggs which is a beautiful thing! Staff is attentive too but not intrusive... oh and the coffee is great!! read more

Food is good in this place. Service?. Ruddest waitress I've ever had. This ppl should learn to treat costumers right, we r keeping the place open! Instead, she acted like she was doing me a favor, like I was getting my meal for free!!. If I am paying for service, I demand service. read more

Honestly, the pancakes were completely burnt that we ordered, the chicken tenders are battered terribly and resemble fried fish, and none of the food I ordered tasted nearly as good as I thought it would. Fanstasic service, great people but I was their food was nearly even half as great. read more

How have I lived here so long and not tried this place? Happened in a few weeks ago for breakfast and it was really good. Stopped today for lunch with my daughter and have no complaints. The fruit cup that came with her sandwich was impressive with its variety and freshness! My chicken cobb salad was also just about perfect. read more

I want to like this place so bad but I just don't. I've ordered takeout from here many times and there is always an issue. When prepared correctly, the food is great. I love their crab cake salad, however it is hit or miss whether or not it will be made with all the ingredients listed. Also, wait time for this place is very long. They tell you it will be ready in 10-15 minutes, but I've waited as long as 40--do yourself the favor and don't show up when they tell you it will be ready. Prices seem a little high for your average cafe/diner. It's a shame because I really do enjoy their food. read more

We were searching for a new breakfast spot to try and this place hit the spot. With so many options and healthy options too how can one not love this place. The food came out very quickly and the wait staff are very courteous and attentive. read more

The food here is great I think it's the best diner in New City very fair price .

First time here and have to be fair and give them the 5 stars!! Walked into some weirdo having a moment with the owner about politics. I feel bad for the owner, he was trying to be cordial and professional, the other guy was being a little to aggressive, had to be walked out by his companion. Kudos to the owner for keeping his composure. Now moving on to the food!! First thing the service was prompt, very friendly staff. I was debating between the Cuban panini or the Cuban sandwich. I got the sandwich cause I just wanted to try it, I've had a few. Heard the owners are Puerto Rican's so that's close enough to Cuba. That sandwich was sooooo gooooood.. The pork (pernil) was juicy, not dry/chewy/rough. The bread was also soft. Other places toast the bread so much that it scratches the roof of my mouth! The bread must be fresh. I had a taste of buffalo chicken wrap, it was good too. Spicy. Tasty. I had a taste of shrimp quesadilla, strangely enough it was also good. Never heard of shrimp quesadillas. Try it here. But first try the Cuban sandwich!! I will be coming back here just for that. I've come from a very upperty delis in NYC, I have HIGH expectations, this Cuban sandwich met them. My point is, have the damn Cuban sandwich!! Enjoy. read more

Friendly, and professional. This place is a great spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I always bump into a friend or someone I went to school with from ages ago. The food is awesome. Try this spot I guarantee you will be happy. read more

Main Street Cafe - a coffee cup and saucer on a table - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New City, New York

This is a hidden gem for those that don't live in New City. We go here all the time, breakfast, lunch, dinner, you name it. We've never had a bad meal. You feel like you are part of a family when you go here. The atmosphere is nice and it's always clean. Best is their chicken salad! read more

I love this place. They will make you just about anything you are in the mood for. THe chilli is excellent and their portions are huge. I have had everything from the bacon cheeseburger to the paella and its always awesome. This is a great place to sit and have lunch in a friendly atmosphere. I never like to eat alone, this is the only place I will go to eat alone bc the atmosphere is so nice I never feel lonely. The staff is nice and the service is excellent. I eat here at least 3x a week. read more

This is a small , quaint restaruant with a nice variety menu and excellent service. The price is affordable for breakfast and lunch, and the food was delicious. The restaurant is careful not to offer anything too complicated thereby keeping the selections relatively easy to prepare. If you're looking for a place to eat with a friend, this is it. Nice relaxing atmosphere without feeling rushed by the staff. read more

Great restaurant with an excellent staff of waiters and waitresses. The food is always fresh and tasty. Prices are very reasonable. It's nice to go to a local restaurant where the owners greet you by name. read more

We have eaten here often at various times. The food is consistently good. The variety on the menu is plentiful. The staff is always welcoming and extremely friendly. Fantastic food, wonderful, friendly staff. Overall a wonderful dining experience! read more

It has really good food. It also has good service. On the weekends it gets really crowded. It has breakfast lunch and dinner food! I go there everyweekend. read more

Oh my, what a train wreck! Not my first meal there, but will be my last. - This place is a disaster! Went for breakfast this morning with my wife, waited almost an hour to be served, watched while 4 other couples who came in after us were seated, ordered and were served. When we finally got our food, had to send back one breakfast due to UNDISCLOSED allergen. - Watched in horror when cook literally threw food through the pass-through window at one of the wait staff in the front eating area! When I discussed it with the manager, he would take no responsibility for it and made no apology. - The cook is very talented. Managed to make Chorizo and Cheese taste like nothing! Impressive talent, that. I'm not a fan of Dunkin Donuts, but would advise anyone considering this place to walk past it and 3 doors down is a DD. Their service is also bad, but the food has some flavor. We paid full price for food that would not meet minimum standards at the local high school cafeteria. - Will not return - Place closing for a few days for renovations. Recommend it stays closed! read more