Stopped in on a bitter cold day and love the whole inside, kind of like a beach environment so it warmed me up pretty quick. Ordered the Grilled Cheese - made with fresh sourdough bread and a cheddar & mozzarella combo. A tasty tomato soup was my side.. The food was incredibly good and the service top-notch! read more

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Went to Grey Dog with two friends and were seated right away. Our server was very nice and attentive throughout the meal! We started with drinks: their versions of a Moscow Mule and Gin & Tonic. Both were cutely presented, well made, generously sized, refreshing, and extremely tasty. For food, we ordered a variety of appetizers to share, including the spinach dip, saucy nuggets, disco tots, Green Goddess salad (their version), and Brussels sprouts. Everything was super tasty with mostly good portions. My only small complaint was that I wished there had been more chips for the dip. Overall, I was impressed and would happily order everything again, with the exception of the nuggets. They were good, but I've had better chicken at plenty of other places. They were a bit dry and slightly less flavorful than I expected, but by no means bad. Unfortunately, the dining experience took a wild turn when a cockroach was crawling on the wall right next to where my friend was sitting. The waiter gasped right along with us and tried to catch it in a cup. It got away and scuttled beneath several tables before ultimately escaping the wrath of humans. While it's certainly not ideal to see in a dining establishment, I was willing to understand it as a hot New York summer day, especially with patrons frequently moving between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. However, before leaving, my friends and I went to use the restroom and while waiting another guest ran out screaming that there were water bugs inside. At that point we very promptly left. I really liked the chill, cute vibe, chatty atmosphere, solid drinks, and good food. Unfortunately, the bugs have left me squirming and reconsidering a return visit. I'm hoping the issue can be addressed and resolved because, aside from that, it's a genuinely fun spot! read more

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Online Ordered and picked up for the lunch at The Grey Dog. It's vibrant and buzzing inside. Small place but nice and welcoming vibes. Reservation is highly recommend. The food was ready in 15'mins. I got buttermilk chicken sandwich with fries. The chipotle sauce on top was great. A little kick but not too spicy. The sauce works with the chicken the slaw and carrots. It gave some depth and not just plain chicken sandwich. Fries were great. Crispy outside and soft inside. Overall a great spot for lunch. read more

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This neighborhood American cafe in the Union Square, NYU area of NYC offers huge food portions in a cute eclectic atmosphere. They serve all day breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with hours 8am to 9pm daily. I had the Vegan Burger with the side salad $18.50. It was fresh, plentiful and delicious. I did order an extra honey mustard sauce .50 to add to my burger. The service was very friendly and efficient. read more

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Excellent service :) They all are really nice, Friendly, eve-contacts warmed cared! It was amazing for brunch, they were so lively around 10:30 am on Monday- so lucky we got a sheet by just walking in. They had been changing some inside layout? I haven't been there for so long. But still amazingly cozy. I love this color pallet in the restaurant. Had a salty maple pancake it was huge and so good! The Nicest American breakfast spot around union square for sure :)!! read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Bloody Mary - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Had a great experience here! Went on a solo date when they first opened! Loved the service, and the food and I would come back here with friends. The compote that came with French toast was DEVINE! I wish they had a meat option that wasn't just bacon or sausage but I appreciate that avocado was the substitute. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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I ordered the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich and the French toast for takeout. The buttermilk fried chicken sandwich was good. I chose to get it with seeded sourdough bread that was grilled. The sandwich had good sauce and fresh coleslaw. It was served with thick fries. The French toast was not a winner; it was too bready. The egg mixture had not fully saturated the thick bread before cooking, and the center was just raw bread. Also, the raspberry orange syrup served with it was too bitter for my liking. The food definitely has a rustic spin, and if you fancy artisan flavors, then you will like Grey Dog. If you are dining in, it has a great atmosphere and friendly service. There is also outside patio seating to enjoy the warm weather and they have happy hour. read more

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Our group of 6 dropped by Grey Dogs for tasty Saturday brunch - thankfully we made a reservation because without it the line and wait sounded super long. Grey dog delivers huge brunch portions with tasty food. I got the chilaquiles that definitely had a little bit of a kick. There were so many brunch options, there will likely be something for everyone. Grey dog union square is a little small and tight, but the setting is cozy and great for brunch plans granted you make reservations beforehand. They will ask for your table back after your allocated time if you come during their busy hours. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

I stopped by here, solo, after an amazing workout session at BodyRok. I was walking in the area on a Saturday morning, and saw this place was busy so I blindly decided to give it a try. I was there at around 9:30 am, before the crowd, and the server let me pick my seat. I chose the comfiest seat next to the window so I could people watch. I ordered the roasted beet salad and a hot cocoa. The hot cocoa was reallllly good, and had a cute little dog paw emblem. The beat salad was phenomenal. I stayed for over an hour, and did not feel pressured or bothered in any way. I really enjoyed myself as a solo diner here. When I left around 11, the place was completely booked and there appeared to be a wait. Definitely worth the stop for a breakfast bite! read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Roasted Beet Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Came for dinner and food was average. There aren't that many dinner items on the menu and I'd definitely recommend this more for brunch. I got the Mexican bowl which was fine but nothing special. My friend has a gluten allergy and the kitchen was very accommodating. read more

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incredible food at relatively cheaper prices. It was hot out and our waiter (I think her name was Auxa she was so nice) gave us free water to go. Great place with greater people, would def recommend read more

I had a Reservation for 4 on Juneteenth at 12:30pm, and it was really packed. A party of 4 who was trying to walk in was told it would be a 45 minute wait. I ordered the fried chicken & johnny cakes as that was entirely gluten free. Each component of the dish, by itself, was whack. However, when you get a piece of everything on your fork and take a bite, it's pretty good. It has a unique flavor combination. Be aware of which table you get seated at. My group was seated at this table to the right of the bar, under some black pipes on the ceiling. There was a lot of condesation on the pipes so me and my friend who were sitting next to the wall were getting water dropped on us every few minutes read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Fried Chicken & Johnny Cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

I love a good cozy diner, and the Grey Dog is one of my favorites. Each of their locations in the city has its own charm, and this location, despite being in the middle of Union Square, is a nice place to getaway from the busy streets. I was able to get a seat for 2 relatively easily for Friday around brunch time, but it was still quite lively inside. They have an expansive menu, with generous portions, and prices that aren't too outrageous for prime Manhattan. I got their "Grey Dog Breakfast" which has well, a lot of everything: French Toast, Bacon, Eggs, and Potatoes. The French toast was delicious, coated with powdered sugar, and satisfying without being too heavy. I would have liked my eggs a bit more runny and my bacon less crispy, but those are more of a personal preference, so no complaints there. Overall I was happy with my visit and look forward to returning soon (just not on weekends, they get really busy then). read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Grey Dog's breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Ambiance - very cute decor. Tables are shoulder to shoulder. They have outside seatings, but too cold for us to sit outside. The restaurant get full fast. Service - very friendly, and very attentive. Very pleasant Food - not bad, a good place for a brunch and get tocomfortlpretry presentations read more

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This is a good spot with classic brunch foods in Union Square. We came here on a Sunday at noon and the place was packed. We had a reservation and were seated immediately, but there were people waiting on our table when we left, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. I got a classic omelette with mushrooms, tomato, and peppers (your choice of 3 fillings), which came with a generous amount of home fries and toast. Everything was tasty and fresh and a very filling large portion. Service was good and the decor was cute. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Classic Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Good vibe! We had a large group, and they were really nice to accommodate us. Great service and cool cocktails. The food was really tasty! read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Roasted Turkey with Apple & Bacon Jam - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Quick and attentive service, delicious food, casual and warm ambiance! The space is pretty intimate inside but it doesn't get too loud to hear the person across from the table. I got the crispy chicken bowl and sweet potatoes fries which were delicious. The chocolate chip skillet felt a bit meh but otherwise really good food! read more

Food quality still great and fun vibes. Tried the chicken Caesar today to mix it up and enjoyed it. Not overly sauced up and good homemade dressing. read more

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Friendly service in a cozy space perfect for brunch with a small group of friends. The food was yummy, eggs fluffy and all in all good. A bit pricey, though obviously it's NYC, and could use a bit more flavor read more

The last 3 times I've been in New York we've eaten here because we can bring our dog in from the cold (we usually visit in the winter over the holidays). The staff is friendly and the service is fast! The food is as delicious as it is it looks and there's a wide variety of options on the menu. We've had breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks here and we have the best time every time! read more

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great brunch spot. service was quick and friendly; gluten free options well done especially yummy pancakes and an omelet with GF toast-super helpful with other diet accommodations including subbing really good fresh fruit for fries. will definitely return. read more

Great brunch spot in union square! It seems to be a very popular breakfast/ brunch location. My only tid is that they did not have decaf coffee (trying to kick the caffeine in 2025). I was craving a sort of Mexican brunch bowl and they were kind enough to let me swap the eggs for the meat and add a side of crema. It was delish! I ate the entire thing. Definitely will return! The staff were super upbeat and friendly. Definitely a sit down spot for a brunch where you can take your time and relax in a super quirky and cute interior. read more

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Fun little breakfast spot! Has a few spots and I would recommend for drinks and breakfast. Staff as very nice.

Loved this place! We were looking for a small, diner style breakfast joint and Grey Dog hit the spot. We're super picky about our breakfast bacon and this place didn't disappoint. The slices were HUGE and crispy. The omelette was delicious. Iced coffee on point. We had the sweetest server and she made sure we had a great experience. read more

I had a great experience at the grey dog!! They only seat full parties, so we had to wait a bit before getting seated. It was kind of slow because our friend got the wrong location (make sure to double check beforehand!!) so we missed our grace period, but the staff was super nice about getting us seated at the next available table!! Very accommodating and friendly staff overall The environment was a bit loud as they were playing loud music, but it was still fun and my friends had a great time! The decor is also really fun there's a ton of interesting themes going on The food was so good! I got a breakfast bowl which they let me sub out the poached egg for scrambled eggs, and the hummus in it was so good. My friends also really enjoyed their grey dog sub and chorizo hash. I tried some of their fries and they were great. Portions were really big! Overall solid place for brunch read more

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Walking in you can't help but to feel at home (except decor far exceeds what is in our home). Numerous breakfast options, all of which sound good. Plant based eggs, avocado as an option vs. meat...so very veggie friendly, and the menu makes it easy to find the veggie options. Coffee was good and arrived quickly with water; both were kept filled during the meal, another positive. We had the classic omelette and Grey Dog breakfast, both of which were enjoyed. Definitely would return. read more

Let me first say that I love the grey dog. It was the breakfast that made me a fan back in 2016-17 AND since it's been awhile, I had to go back BUT to try the dinner/entree options. This is one of their smaller locations and although they were BUSY, we were still able to make last minute reservations and get seated asap. The burger was... good, if you just want a decent burger. However, the Philly wrap was really delicious so I'll recommend that. The Bloody Mary was delicious also (Bellini also), you'll be surprised how many places mess up the BM - so big shoutout to the grey dog for that. This is a place I'll forever come back to. I think you can get anything here and be pleased honestly. Check out any of the locations read more

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AC, good drinks, good looking Happy Hour deals, and great vibes. Stopped in for one drink before dinner reservations down the street, and sooo happy that I did. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Hugo Spritz - $14 (not happy hour) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Whenever I am in the city and not sure where to go, I end up at a Grey Dog. This place is very welcoming from the wonderful staff to the whole feel of the place. This time around we only got drinks and a dessert. The apple crumb cake was good but I wished it was warmed up. That would have brought the dessert to a whole different level. We debated to get a few items on the happy hour menu (3-7pm) as they looked and sounds amazing. Next time for sure we'll be dining here! read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Apple Crumb Cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

I was here earlier right after opening and this place does fill up fast but service is quick here so we did get lucky to get a table when we got there. We were sat down and greeted immediately and they have an extensive menu for breakfast and lunch. I had the egg and cheese croissant with home fries and it was the most crunchy yet buttery croissant I've had in a while. The eggs were perfectly scrambled with the cheese and the home fries were crisp as well. The place has a very welcoming and friendly vibe to it and it's a perfect place to stop by for a meal. I'd love to come back one day and try their French toast. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Small but busy place. The decor is quite original and the menu is quite varied. The chicken pot pie that used to be on the menu doesn't seem to be available anymore. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

This place was kind of a train wreck to be honest, which is a shame since I was really looking forward to it. I came here for weekend brunch (note: breakfast is served all day everyday too) with a friend. The restaurant was small with some outdoor seating as well. The aesthetic was hipster with a lot of random travel-related decor, like license plates ñ, maps,etc. Originally my friend asked to sit by the window and they told us that they usually save that spot for larger parties but they were able to accommodate. About five minutes later, a different server came and told us they were expecting a few large parties and we had to move. Very unapologetic about it and frankly, rude. They didn't even move our plates or silverware or transfer the water over. It was an inconvenience for us to have to move especially after being told by another waiter that we could sit there. When it came time to order, my friend ordered the vegan chicken and sweet potato beignets with a spicy kale salad and chai latte. I needed more time to order so I ordered after the waitress came out with the latte. Unfortunately they brought my friend the wrong latte.... They gave him a coffee latte instead of a chai latte, so we asked them to swap it out. Shortly after swapping out the drink, the waitress returned his food. I was left without my food for another twenty minutes. Not sure why they didn't bring both plates out at once...one waiter also wanted to clear his plate before he was even done eating. For my meal I had an egg white omelette with toast and salad. It was very run of the mill. My friend said the vegan chicken was good and tasted a lot like real chicken, but he was expecting the beignets to be more creative. They just tasted like regular sweet potato, which was disappointing. Overall, I don't think I'd return to this location. It's a fine brunch spot if you want the usual brunchy items like eggs and pancakes but it wasn't super memorable and the service lacked a lot to be desired. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Bathroom - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Was getting tired walking around the village so naturally I stopped in on a Tuesday morning before a cross country flight for a quick mimosa. I asked if I could grab one and pay right away, which my handsome server was happy to oblige to. Really loved the vibe of this place, and if I were hungry I certainly would have stayed to eat a bite as well. I wasn't sure what the theme was -- it felt somewhat midwestern but then had nods to New England and Cape Cod. Either way I was a fan. I was by myself and my waiter came and chatted with me for a bit about my travels. Very friendly staff all along. I was in New York for about 5 days and this was BY FAR the cleanest and nicest public bathroom I had gone into. The bathroom was really nothing special but a massive step up from literally everywhere else I had gone all weekend. It had a mirror above the sink, which is not something I thought I would ever need to celebrate. And not one single spot of graffiti. A New York miracle on 34th street or wherever this was, idk! read more

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Came for weekday brunch and while I can't remember the last time I ate at Grey Dog, the food was still as great as I remembered it to be! Since it was a weekday, we got seated immediately as there were tables available though they did fill up quickly! I ordered the grey dog breakfast with French toast and an iced latte. The salad with the course as well as the home fries was so so good and while that was not the main dish, it became mine! I had the French toast next and I didn't expect much of it to be honest but it was delicious! Moist, flavored nicely and tastier with the syrup dip - I didn't think I'd be able to finish the whole plate of food but I did! Will be back! read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing staff, great food, vibes immaculate, I've never been anywhere better! Grey dog? More like Great dog. The service-- unmatched! read more

I'm a connoisseur of all things Grey Dog but I believe this is my favorite location, a cozy space full of comfortable little nooks. Gilbert is a gracious and friendly host, and Lucy is kind, charming, and always a pleasure to see. I've never been disappointed by a Grey Dog order--and every time I order something I've never tried before I'm like DANG this is GOOD! There's always something surprising--preparation, freshness, some little creative spin on what you'd expect. Yesterday for example I tried for the first time the roasted beets--a large serving of both red and yellow beets, perfectly cooked--and the garlic shrimp. I expected the usual forgettable appetizer shrimp in a pond of garlic and butter. But these shrimp were fresh and tender, the butter sauce had a lemon complexity, and the dish was served with a side of delicious grilled (I think) buttery toast points. Personal Grey Dog favorites: the roasted turkey sandwich with apple and bacon jam. The chicken soup with meatballs. The fired artichokes, the fried brussels sprouts--all lightly fried so you feel like you are in fact eating vegetables except tastier. The sticky nuggs are to die for--crispy fried chicken nuggets with a sweet sticky sauce. The breakfasts are amazing, likewise the bowls and salads. Grey Dog is very reasonably priced, plus there's a drinks and bites happy hour with discounted prices (but not smaller portions like most places). Thanks Grey Dog! And thanks Lucy and Gilbert, see you soon. read more

If you enjoy talking over people sitting two inches away from you, this is the place. The tables are packed so tightly that I kept making awkward eye contact with the table next to us every time they laughed. We asked the waitress if we could move to another table my husband spotted, but she told us it was for 4-5 guests--even though it looked pretty small. Overall, the space just feels incredibly cramped. On top of that, I don't think the food is worth the price. My cocktail was $18 and surprisingly small. read more

The Grey Dog - Union Square - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Food, ambience and service were all great. My friend and I had a wonderful time and a delicious meal. We both loved it. A special touch was cinnamon on my latte in the shape of a doggie's paw. (Awwww!) read more

Happy staff, great happy hour. Good food. Great customer service. Get the app too and earn some loyalty points!!!

When I saw all of the little "v" icons on the menu I was blown away. I asked our waiter if that stood for vegan or vegetarian, and he assured me it was vegan. We order the "vegan" labeled fried artichokes. I asked our waiter if the aioli that comes with it was also vegan. He said yes, if there's a "V" next to the menu item the whole dish should be vegan. He's right. It SHOULD be. Bless his heart for double checking with the kitchen before submitting our order- the aioli that was served alongside the "vegan" fried artichokes was in fact NOT vegan. Why do places do this sh*t? It made me distrust the menu, and not want to eat the cabbage slaw that came with my "vegan" meal. The food was good. The place was busy (make reservations), service a bit slow. But for real, comb through your menu and ensure if it has a "v," it is an entirely vegan option (same applies for the gluten free friends), or add an asterisk saying its vegan-able read more