EJ's Luncheonette
Diner · Upper East Side ·
Classic diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner classics
Classic diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner classics
"On weekend mornings, this Upper East Side diner turns into a local water cooler for a neighborhood that seems to be bursting with things to say. Octogenarians descend from their penthouses, and young couples tumble down from their studio apartments to dissect who hooked up with whom, or their unfiltered thoughts about the condo board. Throw on your new Alo set or your old bar mitzvah t-shirt and bring your best hyperlocal gossip—just know that the man sipping matzo ball soup in the next booth can probably hear you, and is definitely trying. Anyone living within a five-block radius Chocolate chip pancakes, the "famous" french toast" - bryan kim, molly fitzpatrick, willa moore, will hartman
"For brunch with a helping of Upper East Side scene, head to EJ’s Luncheonette. The diner with the blue awning has been privy to countless “Wait, that’s what happened last night?!” conversations since it opened in 1990. Come with a group and split some pancakes in a big, cozy booth, or sit up at the counter. Either way, make sure there’s a matzo ball soup on the table—it’s one of our favorites." - bryan kim, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, will hartman, sonal shah
"A neighborhood staple since 1992, EJ’s features breakfast all day and your typical diner fare, though the pancakes, waffles, and challah French toast are standouts. There are also value-driven dinner specials, served with a choice of soup or salad for often well under $25. Weekends are packed." - Melissa McCart
"It's an absolute gem. Favorite luncheonette ever, since ever. I had my wedding day girls' brunch there. The chopped Greek salad with chicken is the best I’ve had. My friends from Los Angeles still talk about this salad as rivaling the La Scala LA salad. The Garden Club Sandwich (sprouts, cheddar, grilled mushrooms, avocado, cucumber, BASIL MAYO!!!) is to die for. Extra basil mayo on the side for dipping your sweet potato fries. And they can do it gluten free." - Edward Barsamian
"Neighborhood regulars have been recounting what happened last night over their preferred form of eggs at EJ’s Luncheonette ever since it opened in 1992. This place is as classic as it gets, serving all manner of pancakes, locally famous french toast, a stellar matzo ball soup, and a mean turkey club. It’s a popular spot, so expect a bit of a wait, but the line moves quickly. Come with people you like to talk sh*t with, and dish over a few cups of appropriately weak diner coffee." - will hartman, sonal shah, willa moore
