Old John's Luncheonette
Diner · Upper West Side ·
Classic diner near Lincoln Center serving comfort food
Classic diner near Lincoln Center serving comfort food
"We appreciate the vintage-feeling Art Deco interiors that give this classic luncheonette its timeless charm for breakfast or brunch." - Madison Flager, Kat Chen
"This quintessential UWS diner was revamped in 2021, by the same group behind 24-hour spot Coppelia. (They're also behind the revamp of Williamsburg’s Kellogg’s Diner). Other than some sourdough and Lavazza on its menu, Old John's looks and feels like a regular diner, but one that's functioning at peak efficiency. This is ideal when you need a thick burger and a martini before a show at nearby Lincoln Center. Save space for their challah french toast and homemade ice cream." - bryan kim, willa moore, will hartman, sonal shah
"Old John’s was opened for 70 years before it was rescued and relaunched in January 2021. The spot keeps its charming, nostalgic elements with an updated space and menu. For brunch, find several omelets, turkey clubs, breakfast burgers, and bloody marys. The restaurant opens at 7 a.m." - Melissa McCart
"Diners are great for kids and this one was recently spruced up and made to look more retro-modern; about 50 percent of the menu remains traditional, while the other half incorporates dishes that would be natural to a diner menu if the diner as an institution were invented today, including breakfasts like avocado toast, huevos rancheros, and Italian frittatas. Good for all ages." - Melissa McCart
"Mentioned as another spot reviving the egg cream on the Upper West Side, representing classic diner beverages reappearing on modern menus." - Eater Staff