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EJ's Luncheonette

447 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10024-5519
Phone: (212) 873-3444

Ratings & Reviews Summary for EJ's Luncheonette

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
  • Good for kids
5 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(7 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)

User Reviews for EJ's Luncheonette

Citysearch (7), MenuPages (5), ChefMoz (1), AOL CityGuide (1), All (14)

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/16/2007 Posted by mslolala

The food is great for the prices. Be sure to catch the early bird breakfast/dinner specials. Great food for you buck. however if you cant stand managers screaming across the room at his employees stay away. Its spiols the whole dining experience. Beware Brunches. Long wait and rushed services.

Pros: Great food. Large portions

Cons: Too much noise. Kids are one thing, but i dont need to hear it from management

3 Star Rating: Average

08/30/2007 Posted by hermommy

We spied this place after passing it on the bus while on route to the Popover Cafe for breakfast. I have to say, EJ's french toast was truly satisfying....and the ambience made it an interesting visit...along with the kid friendly menu. So, with that in mind, we tried it for dinner...though I should've gone with my gut instinct not to. Note: always go with your gut instinct...especially in matters of food. The steak was tough (yeah, I know who orders a steak at a diner?), and the chicken parmesan on a bed of fettucine was bland.....and they didn't even have parmesan cheese! The bill was pretty steep, and turned out to be a mistake on the waiters part, which was corrected by the manager on staff. In a nutshell, you gotta try everything at least once....which was once too many for me.

Pros: Good for breakfast

Cons: Overpriced for dinner

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/09/2006 Posted by debtune

We love EJ's - the staff is really friendly, the food is always, always good. The service is quick and attentive. The desserts are delicious, especially the strawberry milkshake. EJ's has specials every night in addition to their large menu. Very much a home-cooking place. The delivery service is quick and food is really hot when they arrive. They will e-mail specials as well.

3 Star Rating: Average

06/06/2006 Posted by Bridget_Jones

I don't know why this or most of the restaurants in NYC make the "best of" list. I've been to this place many times and it's only "average". It's NOT the best. Guys, please stop raving about places that are only so-so. It's just your average diner.

Pros: n/a

Cons: n/a

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/02/2005 Posted by janetkpl

fast service and good food! especially glenn the waiter. he also keeps your orders just the way you want them. great place!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

08/04/2004 Posted by alex2002

I have had a positive time at EJ's the 3 times I've been there. A highlight has been the service. Friendly and prompt (staff seems to work as a team. Wow.) Sandwiches and wraps are fresh and satisfying. The buffalo wings were excellent (but not a regular menu item, oddly.) The decor is diner-cute, which has its charm if you're in the mood for it. Prices are decent; it is cash-only.

2 Star Rating: Below Average

06/16/2003 Posted by sukram

So I am up on the Upper West Side, and I am need a quick delivery spot (amongst the 100 other restaurants here).... but I want an American burger and I need it fast: EJ's! It sounds good because they are definitely fast, but the food is average to bad, its not super cheap, and often its your only option. Oh and just to annoy you even further, its cash only. I suggest calling it Eduardo Johnson's or Enrique Johannsen's just to spice it up... Unfortunately, in the end, its just bland greesy American food made by students... Lovely....

Pros: Fast

Cons: Too Fast, Bland, Poor quality

Editor's Review

This retro luncheonette has a soft spot for children.  See the full editorial review.

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Restaurant Information

Hours

  • Mon-Fri 8:30am-10:30pm
  • Sat-Sun 11am-11pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Cuisines

  • American (Traditional)
  • Coffee Shops & Diners

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Brunch
  • Kid Friendly

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