I'm not sure why the reviews here are kind of low. I'm not a local or anything but my experience here was very positive! My husband and I were in the city for a show and we met his aunt and uncle who came down on the train from Connecticut to have dinner with us. They picked this place. It's literally right across the street from Grand Central station and there's even a cover so you don't have to get wet at all while crossing the street. Surprised the restaurant wasn't busier for it being a Saturday evening. But it was raining really hard out. Service was super friendly and very nice and accommodating! Food prices seemed very reasonable for the area. I had the duck and mushroom risotto and it was delicious! My husband had one of their New York steaks and his aunt and uncle had other food that they just thoroughly said was delicious. Great prices and good service and totally giving this place five stars! Ambience was very comfortable and friendly. If you want a reasonably priced nice delicious dinner in Manhattan, I would definitely go here! read more

Cozy and relaxed upscale diner vibe in a old school NYC setting under the overpass across Grand Central. I've eaten here a few times and had business discussions over coffee with clients. Good service and overall decent enough food but the menu is pricey which can be expected since its across from the train station, and it's kind of a spot for tourists. Good sized portions though as breakfast will fill you up. They offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, deserts. read more

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The service was excellent. Our waiter was very friendly and even recommended a few things to do in the area. The restaurant itself is beautiful and spacious, so it doesn't feel crowded. The food was good overall, although I do think it's a bit pricey for breakfast. The location is very convenient, right across from Grand Central. read more

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This location is so convenient. Right outside Grand Central, also a very easy walk from the Hyatt. This places looks like an upscale diner from years ago, and it has a cozy and relaxed feel. We came here for breakfast snd really enjoyed their options. We settled on the Eggs Benedict and an egg breakfast sandwich. Both of these could be ordered with potatoes or a salad. I asked for crispy bacon on the egg sandwich and they cooked it perfectly. The sandwich had a spread of avocado and some melted cheese and the salad was basic with cherry tomatoes, red onions and a tasty dressing. It was a very decent meal. The service was efficient and fast, the one ding about this place is that you have to go to their checkout desk in order to pay with your phone. I would highly recommend for them to get the portable service that accepts payments at the tables. Other than that, we enjoyed our cozy breakfast. read more

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We were at Grand Central and wanted breakfast before heading to the US Open. This place is right across 42nd st. It was perfect. They have a dining room if everyone in your party is ordering a full breakfast and a café area if you just want a coffee or croissant type items. The hostess was pleasant. Most of the waiters worked as a team. I had the eggs and bacon and it came with toast and a fabulous salad. I tasted my friends very pricey blueberry pancakes. I think they were about 25 bucks for 4 pancakes and nothing else. They were delicious but not 25 dollar delicious. I also tasted the homefries and they had a good flavor. I would go back. read more

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Just about what you're going to get for being in a tourist spot. $30 French toast, $28 pancakes, and $35 specials. Large space to spread out. Very clean and attentive service. The French toast was very nicely displayed and cooked well. The fruit were very fresh and the bacon was crunchy, just the way I love it. Large portion for the price. read more

Pershing Square - French Toast - American Near Me - New York, New York

The service was excellent from the staff but not from our server she forgot to place our order the food was cold and bland the location of the restaurant is popular and the inside has great chemistry I will have to try again and hope that the service is on top of their game. It has a bar and it is lively I expected more flavor and luckier ambiance read more

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Always great service, central location and usually plenty of space. Nice menu with something for everyone. Soups salads beers wine whiskey and burgers . If they have the pot pie on special try it it's special . Burgers are good . Steak sandwich is a little light on but tasty. Guess it's a function of economics bc prices up dramatically and portions down. read more

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This place has become a favorite spot to meet up with one of my friends. Whether it be for a quick bite to eat or drinks. Today we dropped by for a catchup over a delicious Tempranillo Rioja and Prosecco. We sat at the bar and were well taken care of by Mark despite the bar being full. read more

Pershing Square - Glass of Tempranillo Rioja - American Near Me - New York, New York

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I really wanted to love this place given its iconic reputation and prime location right across from Grand Central Terminal, but unfortunately, it felt like a textbook tourist trap. While the interior has a certain classic charm, the 'view' was a major letdown; if you're hoping for a scenic New York backdrop while you dine, you'll be disappointed to find nothing but a mess of unsightly scaffolding and construction signs cluttering every window. The food didn't fare much better than the scenery, and the prices were hard to justify. I specifically ordered their 'famous' French onion soup because it's so heavily highlighted on the menu, but it was incredibly underwhelming. At nearly $20, it was watery and completely tasteless--easily one of the blandest versions of this dish I've ever had. We also ordered a small avocado salad, which was also $20, and frankly, the portion size didn't match the price tag at all. It definitely doesn't live up to the hype or the 'famous' title they've given it. Save your money and find a spot with more substance and fair pricing. read more

Very cozy and beautiful decor. Waiters were very nice but everything took quite a long time even though the restaurant wasn't very busy. Food was good but pretty pricey for nothing special. read more

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This huge restaurant right next to Grand Central Station is a busy spot - I think because of the location and proximity (right next to!) the train station. I had a pretty standard breakfast of an omelet (choice of three fillings - I chose spinach, mushroom and ham) along with toast (jam requested!). The size of the restaurant and number of seats makes it an easy choice. read more

Had a wonderful meal at Persian Square. The pot pie was flavorful and comforting, though I would have appreciated a slightly crispier topping. Overall, a great experience read more

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I am a sometime patron of the PSC and have always liked it, however, today I was there with a friend and her 7 year old boy child. The child has severe allergies and his mother had brought food for him to eat. The child had pulled out his food and was eating when the server arrived and immediately told us outside food was not allowed. The mother explained the situation but was advised the policy could not be bent; the child could not eat food brought in from outside. My friend asked to speak with the manager. Once again, there was no flexibility and it the option was either he put away his food and we order for the two adults or we leave. We elected to leave. The eatery was not especially busy; they lost a sale and possibly a future customers. We left and went to a restaurant nearby where we were fully accommodated. Where there was no 'Discrimination' and the situation was totally understood. read more

Visited the establishment on a Thursday night for a much needed drink and meet up with long time friends. We chose to enter this place b/c it seemed quiet and it wasn't packed to the gills as bars in the vicinity were. Located under a bridge, right across the street from the legendary Grand Central Station. I felt the ambiance was very nice. Everyone of the staff we dealt with was very courteous and attentive. Their menu is not very extensive; reminiscent of that of a diner, but with more quality. We got a lobster roll, a burger and a chicken pot pie. Everything was as one would expect. It is a cool spot to sit down and have a conversation with friends over a drink, but it is a bit on the pricey side ($28 for a pot pie). read more

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Came for impromptu dinner. Tried the crab cakes, mozzarella and tomato salad and the salmon. All were fine. Great location. Mid line pricing. Gets loud due to noise. read more

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My favorite spot for breakfast in the city, I've been dining at Pershing Square for over 20 years and they remain incredibly consistent. My wife and I had Christmas Eve Brunch at Pershing Square to start our holiday celebration. As always, the service was exceptional, the atmosphere was energetic and the food was delicious. I went with my favorite, Belgium Waffles with berries and a side of bacon. The berries were all fresh, in fact the blackberries were enormous in size and flavor. The bacon was just the right amount of chewy and crisp. And the coffee is our perfection. Only negative was that they didn't top off my coffee, but in the end maybe that was a good thing The atmosphere here is very warm and friendly. The cafe is under the Park Avenue viaduct, across from the main entrance to Grand Central Station along 42nd street. If you're a tourist (as we were before moving here in 2011), brunch here is a must! read more

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As a frequent commuter I've walked by PS many times. Recently, a friend invited me to have a late lunch. The space is clean, light, lively, and almost festive. Waitstaff is friendly and competent but our waitperson disappeared after taking our order. My lunch partner loved the soup special of the day. My chicken club was not delivered as 4-neatly divided triangles but simply a chicken-bacon sandwich. The sandwich was tasty but disappointing as a club sandwich. I'd go back for the convenience. read more

We were in the vicinity of Grand Central and in the mood for a late breakfast. Pershing Square offers fast service, tasty dishes, and interesting architecture. The breakfast menu is available 7AM - 11:45AM, Monday to Friday. Our waiter arrived promptly, and we shared: * EGGS BENEDICT $20: Canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise, house salad * FRESH FRUIT BOWL $15: Fresh seasonal fruit The Eggs Benedict was very good, the egg was nicely cooked, and the dish was well executed. Most of the fruit was good, some of the melon was not sufficiently ripe. We also ordered one iced tea, for a total bill of $44. Overall, a good, fast breakfast worthy of a four-star rating. read more

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Met a friend for dinner near Grand Central. Great atmosphere - the restaurant sits under Park Ave on that little segue between the train station and Park on the south side. Old school vibe with wooden booths and leather banquettes. Had duck breast with mushroom risotto. Nothing exceptional but completely solid - service was ok, again no one went out of their way on anything but we weren't poorly served. Overall, if you're in the area and in a pinch for a place to eat, this was an affordable option with solid food and service in a pleasant environment. read more

Ambience was great Service was not stellar started out good but went soft when we took time to review the menu. Beer was stale food was mediocre gravey tasted burnt had been sitting all day side salad was good burger ok nothing great we were rushed out the door at 9pm no one mentioned the hours they were open until we had to order asap because kitchen was closing in ten minutes we should have just had the beer and left then as then in five minutes the bar was closing. Perhaps a sign at the door with the hours would help other clients. Not a great experience read more

Apparently this place closes earlier than is posted online. We came in with a large group, and we would have 100% not stayed if we knew that at 8pm we'd be the only ones in there being glared at by the kitchen staff. I hate when anyone has to stay late, but no one said a word until we were leaving. The food was classic and elevated diner food. I did the breakfast for dinner (waffles) and it was perfect. read more

Solid salmon eggs benedict, pretty well balanced with a nice salad. The bacon and the potatoes others said were very good - I'll be back to try! Very busy - lots of business breakfast meetings here. Make sure you do a reservation. read more

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Nice old timey ambiance! Most of the servers were very polite and the service was quicker than expected! The French toast I got was amazing, and so was my hot chocolate drink I got! The eggs were also great! read more

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Solid dining experience offering tasty dishes, generous portions, and polite service. Minor delays occurred, but food quality and atmosphere created a pleasant visit worth returning to again sometime soon. read more

I'd like to give it a 3.5 star rating. The food and coffee were delicious. For how large the portions were it was in fact quite light to eat. The waiter was okay, could barely understand them as he didn't speak directly to us and clearly. We asked for tap water and was brought still and paid $10 for water (which is crazy). Expect to spend somewhere around $60-100 for just breakfast, coffee and 1 mimosa. I'd like to try this place again to see if I have a different experience. read more

Pershing Square - Poached Eggs Over Lentils and Quinoa - American Near Me - New York, New York

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The food was absolutely delicious. I came here for breakfast for the first time although I'm a born and bred native NYer. The menu looked too good to get just one thing- so I opted for the French toast and the omelette. Both were exceptionally tasty, aided by the company of an excellent iced coffee. The staff was vibrant and helpful, even suggesting somewhere else I could go for some Mac & cheese. And the ambiance was very nice with a full bar in the heart of grand central. I look forward to coming back for lunch/dinner! read more

If you are in a rush and hungry either before getting on a train or after arriving on one, this is a decent ( though expensive) stop for breakfast or brunch. The food is solid and the service is quick. read more

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Anytime I come to New York I make sure to grab a reservation at Pershing Square. They have the best pancakes and orange juice and I never leave disappointed! I love the atmosphere of the restaurant as well, it's quiet and decorated very nicely. Makes you feel like you're not really in the middle of the city. Couldn't recommend this restaurant enough! read more

Pershing Square - Pancakes with Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice! - American Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped in for a drink around rush hour . Had the Vanderbilt drink with gin ( you can get it with vodka too.) It had strawberry and rosemary and ginger I believe. Pretty good. I decided to get it since we're right near Vanderbilt Avenue here. I think a lot of solo flyers come in and sit at the bar to get a drink before going across the street to Grand Central Station , as I did . I didn't get food but there were definitely people at tables eating. Staff are really friendly and professional. Dark and calming atmosphere. read more

Pershing Square - Vanderbilt cocktail with gin , pretty tasty - American Near Me - New York, New York

Perfectly adequate meal. If you're looking for an alternative to the Oyster Bar or Cipriani, you could do a lot worse than PS. read more

Pershing Square - Ceiling - American Near Me - New York, New York

Poached egg with quinoa and lentil was delicious . It was a power house of protein's. My wife had an Avocado toast with plenty of fresh mixed green salad with slices of boiled eggs serviced with lemon vinaigrette dressing. The ambiance was nice and clean. The service was prompt and wait staff was courteous. read more

My mom is so silly and had her heart set on trying out Pershing Square and declaring herself a tourist and exclaiming to herself that she's never been to the iconic Pershing Square even though she walks by it all the time. We ordered the gnocchi as well as the turkey burger. The highlight was definitely the turkey burger-- I was truly not expecting much, but the burger was super juicy, and though the fries were more home fries-like than regular fries, they were crispy and hit the fries craving all the same. The gnocchi on the other hand, though it came recommended to us, tasted extremely stale and dry. I felt like I was eating something that had been sitting out on the plate for a few hours. Not exactly sure what happened here, but I wouldn't recommend it. We also shared a cheesecake slice at the end. The filling was cheesy and creamy. This one was more classic Italian style with a cake base rather than a graham cracker crust base, and I'm sorry but that graham cracker base is my lifeline. I LOVE a graham base, and that fact alone made me not enjoy this as much. But that's just personal preference. read more

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If you need gluten free then totally forget this place. French fries= cross contamination. No gluten free bread or pasta. Very disappointed as they used to have these things. Service good. Ambiance is very nice. read more

Breakfast is served here at Pershing Square, just outside of GCS. We ate here on a Saturday morning and were sat quickly. Upon walking up to it, you wouldn't think it was as large inside as it is- dark wood with red accents and a large bar. I ordered a coffee as well as chocolate chip pancakes, adding sausage and home fries. The pancakes were kind of thin, but did come with 4 of them. The syrup was warm and runny - I usually would sacrifice thicker cakes for quantity but that's just me. The taste was there. The sausage was good as well - the casing wasn't too tough to chew or cut thru and the homefries looked like the usual bland kind, but had a nice fry and crisp to the edges and were very good. Overall this place is recommended - though it was hard to get a refill on the coffee. read more

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Breakfast before Vanderbilt summit one. Can't really speak on the rest of the menu but I really enjoyed my simple breakfast here. Nice simple cup of coffee and a egg breakfast sandwich. The eggs were so fluffy and the bread was soft but nice crunch. The avocado with the chipotle mayo was great. Just a well rounded sandwich. My friend had the waffles. Nothing fancy just nice and simple! ! Can't beat that! read more

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I'm a huge fan of going to places that are in movies or tv shows. I saw Pershing Square in the 2011 movie "Friends with Benefits" starring Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis. The very last scene of the movie shows them dining inside the restaurant. Pershing Square is located under the bridge right outside Grand Central Station. I made my cousin make a quick stop with me here during our NYC trip. The front portion is a cafe, and the back is a sit-down restaurant and bar. I just had a simple cappuccino and pastry to enjoy before we went ice skating at Rockefeller. Service was decent and it's a really cute place inside. I didn't get a chance to look at their restaurant's dining menu but the place looked good. I'll try to sit down for a meal next time I'm in the area. read more

Pershing Square - American Near Me - New York, New York

I took my daughter who wanted a classic place that I'd been before. So many breakfasts here. Good food. Good service. Never eaten dinner there until this past visit. Solid! read more

Pershing Square!! why cause someone freaked out when I mentioned " dulce de leche donut!!" Don't get me wrong .... I've always have been wanting to go to Pershing Square ... but at a enjoyable pace... "Garson, un café au lait, s'il vous plait.." Apparently.. what was to be a sit down breakfast .... turned out to be just coffee and a croissant with chocolate?! What?? like its almost as what I had suggested earlier... but no!!.... okay I wont argue... I'll just have a coffee!! which was good!! next time... if there is a next time?? read more

Pershing Square - What?? guess... I look like I don't tip?? - American Near Me - New York, New York

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The older women at the host stand made me extremely uncomfortable and awkward because she got an attitude and tried to have a mug off. I asked to be seated and she told us to wait. I saw tables opened but assumed they didn't have enough staff, that was until someone else walked in and got seated immediately. I asked how long the wait was after 15 minutes and she stared at me, mocked my voice and made me feel like I was being weird - asking for a table at the host stand. I asked to see the manager (which I never do) and she never showed up so I will be leaving a review everywhere. do not go here!! Also really bad chicken pot pie!! read more