Carnegie Diner & Café
4.2/5 — Very good(557 reviews)· $$· American· New York
Mubboo Verdict
A lively American diner with hearty breakfasts and vegan options, best for early birds.
Insider tip: Despite being a breakfast spot, it's one of few NYC restaurants with extensive vegan options, attracting a diverse crowd.
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Date night
84/100Offers many vegan options and wine, but crowded and no reservations; early arrival recommended.
- trip_types: Couples 39.5%
- amenities: wine
- subratings: Atmosphere 4.2
Plan your visit
Price$$
Time needed45 min
Best time7:30 a.m. to avoid crowds
AreaNew York
📍 205 W 57th St, New York City, New York 10019Menu →
Ratings
4.2/5Very good· 557 reviews
- Food
- 4.5
- Value
- 4.1
- Service
- 4.3
- Atmosphere
- 4.2
★ What reviewers say
✅ Diners love
- hearty breakfast dishes without grease
- many vegan options
- quick service
⚠ Watch out for
- hashbrowns and omelet may disappoint
- toast can be too hard to chew
- gets very crowded, no reservations
🍽 What to order
- French toast
- waffles
★ Real traveler reviews
Verbatim excerpts from TripAdvisor reviews.
★★★★★Family
“This place serves hearty breakfast dishes but without the grease. We ordered French toast, and waffles. Everything was delicious and the service was quick too.”
★Couples
“Breakfast was a bust! Terrible! Hashbrowns tasted like flat top...And my Bacon cheese omelet came out mushrooms and cheese? Waste of money. Food looks good and taste terrible. Like toast you can't chew! Better calling them croutons.”
★★★★★Couples
“One of the only Restaurants with many vegan options. Really ruff to find something in new york. Excellente food, drink an Staff. Nice!”
★★★★★Couples
“To Say It's a Big Breakfast is an Understatement! We met friends here for breakfast whilst on a December trip to NYC. The restaurant does not take reservations, and we had been cautioned that it gets very crowded, so we met there at 7:30 a.m. and put our names on the list. We were seated about fifteen minutes later.”
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carnegie Diner & Café worth it?▾
A lively American diner with hearty breakfasts and vegan options, best for early birds.
How much time do you need at Carnegie Diner & Café?▾
Most visitors spend about 45 minutes.
What's the best time to visit Carnegie Diner & Café?▾
7:30 a.m. to avoid crowds
What should you order at Carnegie Diner & Café?▾
French toast, waffles.