A tight, old-school Midtown East counter luncheonette known for large portions and a queue that forms when it's open, per Tripadvisor reviews.
135 E 50th St, Suite 1, New York, NY 10022
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Reviewers describe a queue forming outside during open hours at this small counter-service spot, according to Tripadvisor reviews, a natural result of its compact Midtown East footprint and steady breakfast/lunch demand.
Despite the line, service is reported to move quickly, per the same Tripadvisor reviews, with reviewers praising efficient, multilingual counter staff even during rushes.
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Reservations: No reservations; walk-in counter service
Walk-ins: Yes, standard; queue at door during open hours
Open daily 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM, per Tripadvisor
A queue often forms outside during open hours, but it moves quickly according to Tripadvisor reviews of the counter's efficient service.
No reservation system is mentioned in available reviews; it operates as a walk-in counter-service luncheonette.
Yes, it's walk-in only, with a line at the door being typical during open hours per Tripadvisor reviews.
Sources: Tripadvisor - New York Luncheonette