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Diner

Diner, Breakfast Spot, and Burger Joint$$$$
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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    Bruce L.
    "Always start with a scone, unreal!!! Then get a special."(9 Tips)
    Mike H.
    "Get the special fried chicken sandwich."(3 Tips)
    Katja K.
    "Delicious food, but a little bit more pricy that you would expect."(6 Tips)
    Noah W.
    "Any poached egg special of the day is going to be delicious."(5 Tips)
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  • Danika L.
    Danika LandersJanuary 17, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    The only "diner" part of this place is the physical space it's in. In the best way too. Great food/drinks. Come early during the week to shave off your wait time. It's worth it.
  • Eater
    EaterApril 6, 2016
    The specials are the dishes to order at Diner (and yes, the servers still write them down on the table), but you can always get the excellent burger and a serious steak, too. Read more
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeFebruary 7, 2019
    So it might not be the greatest food always, but it’s a vibe and sometimes their ever changing menu has amazing dishes. The duck confit was bomb.com
  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonMarch 27, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Even if there's a long wait for a table, the chances that you can immediately snag bar seats for 2 are pretty high. The cheeseburger is top notch, as are the fries that come with it.
  • Peter C.heart icon on user image
    Peter CucèJuly 20, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    New York-y and just pretentious enough to be appealing. A small, ever-changing menu of farm to table, seasonal, organic, delicious simple food. They have their own butcher, bake their own bread.
  • Ish R.heart icon on user image
    Ish RaiJuly 23, 2017
    Great little place in Williamsburg, serving a different menu daily. Menu is small but amazing with intricate flavours for each dish. Also they serve a nice Mexican cola (low sugar) tastes so good!
  • Epicurious
    EpicuriousOctober 2, 2014
    Housed in a converted dining car, it simply feels to good to eat here. The chefs are just as talented with vegetables as they are with the restaurant's grass-fed burger & large-format steak selection. Read more
  • Amar M.heart icon on user image
    Amar ModiDecember 24, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Different menu every time, and I've never had a meal hat was less than excellent. I may be bused because I live so close but I think this is he best restaurant in Brooklyn by far
  • Nicolaheart icon on user image
    NicolaFebruary 15, 2015
    wonderful place to come and enjoy a Sunday brunch of weekdays too. ask for the daily courses. wonderful grass-fed meats including on of the best hamburgers around NYC. great Bloody Mary.
  • Andrew D.heart icon on user image
    Andrew DumontOctober 10, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    My favorite breakfast spot in Williamsburg. The menu rotates, but if it's there, get the poached eggs over polenta. Incredible.
  • Kristinaheart icon on user image
    KristinaFebruary 11, 2016
    Lovely diner with great grass-fed burger! Delicious food in a retro interior. #ps you won't be able to stop eating the self made ketchup. Best I've ever had
  • Alissa S.
    Alissa SimmonsMarch 6, 2013
    Vintage meets gourmet in this streetcar style diner and bar. You'll get things like delicious burgers, house potato chips, and a gourmet menu that's new daily. Last time there was rabbit bolognese!
  • Skyler D.heart icon on user image
    Skyler DobinApril 9, 2015
    Cozy ambiance and the menu changes daily (so your server will walk you thru it as she writes it on your table). Good date spot with great food.
  • Phillip B.
    Phillip BowdenMay 31, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    lmao if you think Diner isn't amazing.
  • Kathleen
    KathleenDecember 15, 2014
    honestly I think diner is a bit over-rated. good food, don't get me wrong... but if you think this place is good you should really try esme, river Styx in greenpoint. even better.
  • Tobias O.heart icon on user image
    Tobias OtteNovember 9, 2014
    Amazing place for brunch or dinner. You might miss it since you don't see any signs. A bit expensive but definitely worth the money. They change the menu every week. You can't go wrong.
  • Chad W.heart icon on user image
    Chad WoodfordOctober 19, 2015
    Don't be fooled by the minimalist menu. The food is delicious and complex. Try the donut holes and the poached eggs. And the bacon.
  • Stina P.
    Stina P.July 18, 2016
    one of the best burgers in all of new york. for dinner, the staff writes the menu on the table as they tell it to you
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeApril 2, 2015
    The crowd, staff, railcar ambience & food all smack of Williamsburg. great place to intro oldies to the Burg. The fact that there's no menu and waitresses write nightly selections on the table...
  • Noah W.heart icon on user image
    Noah WeissAugust 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    If you don't end your brunch with one of their homemade, sugar encrusted scones with clotted cream, you should reconsider why you ever sat down for brunch in the first place.
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupNovember 22, 2010
    Dine in an old-style diner with amazing fresh local food. The menu changes constantly. Space is at a minimum, so be prepared to wait.
  • Noah W.heart icon on user image
    Noah WeissJanuary 16, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Any poached egg special of the day is going to be delicious. The one I tried with sauteed watercress and pancetta white bean puree on country toast was fantastic.
  • Jean-Philip G.heart icon on user image
    Jean-Philip GroblerAugust 5, 2016
    Best burger in Brooklyn! Also, very inventive farm to table menu that changes daily and great natural wine selection & cocktails.
  • Anna B.heart icon on user image
    Anna BrownAugust 15, 2016
    This place is LEGIT!! Menu changes daily with lots of options. Went to Diner for lunch and Sunday brunch, and was fantastic both times. Such a cool spot! Try it!!
  • Liz T.heart icon on user image
    Liz TanMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Chicken sandwich all the way! Wish they would put it on the regular menu! Fantastic Bloody Mary and burger as well.
  • Paula B.heart icon on user image
    Best place to eat at In Williamsburg. Menu changes constantly. Food is fresh and its a great spot to people watch. Sun in the patio.
  • Condé Nast Traveler
    Condé Nast TravelerOctober 25, 2016
    “It's in our own backyard and, yeah, the burger's great, but Andrew Tarlow quietly invented a food movement that's been pretty special here for more than 15 years.” - Matt Duckor Read more
  • Joshua K.heart icon on user image
    Joshua KeayNovember 21, 2014
    My favorite burger in New York. But basically everything is amazing. The only problem is that the poor waitstaff has to write he menu on the tablecloth every time.
  • Justin D.heart icon on user image
    Justin DeanAugust 28, 2014
    One of the only brunches in the city that competes w/ it's dinner menu. Both often surprise. It changes, don't hesitate to ask what the portion sizes are, they can be tricky about it.
  • Angela W.heart icon on user image
    Angela WenMarch 25, 2016
    Everything on the menu is fantastic and the decor is cute and cozy. Try the skinny burger as alternative to the regular burger, so good!!
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceApril 3, 2015
    The food is simple yet surprising, with selections ranging from a kickass burger to grilled turnips and seared amberjack. Read more
  • Rebecca G.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca GishkarianyFebruary 15, 2016
    Menu changes everyday, but if the rabbit and bacon meatballs are available get them. One of the most flavorsome appetizers I've ever tasted. Delicious!
  • Kev S.
    Kev SkinnyAugust 17, 2014
    Bring some friends and make sure you have some money in your account. Different menu nightly. Try everything and you will regret nothing. Drink heavily to soften the blow when the check arrives.
  • Jane C.
    Jane CryptoNovember 14, 2017
    Loved this place, setting is super cute and cozy and the food was delicious!
  • Alison G.heart icon on user image
    Alison GreshamAugust 14, 2021
    Splurge on the pulled pork dish with fried eggs. You won’t regret it. The bloody Maria was also delish.
  • GNTLMN
    GNTLMNJuly 22, 2012
    The guys of Marlow and Son's (next door in South Williamsburg) can do no wrong as far as I am concerned. The brunch menu is different each weekend, founded in whatever seasonal treasures inspire! - BP
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkAugust 7, 2013
    The key is the house-butchered, grass-fed meat: The plump patty of short rib, chuck and round has an iron-y tang intensified by a proper sear on the grill. (Critics' Pick) Read more
  • Charlottesheart icon on user image
    CharlottesMarch 29, 2015
    What a great place! Great vibe, delicious food (I highly recommend carrot app and strip steak) and friendly service. You couldn't be anywhere else.
  • GNTLMN
    GNTLMNJune 28, 2012
    The guys of Marlow and Son's (next door in South Williamsburg) can do no wrong as far as I am concerned. The brunch menu is different each weekend, founded in whatever seasonal treasures inspire!
  • Jen B.heart icon on user image
    Jen BergJanuary 18, 2015
    Brunch specials kill it. Start with the donuts and get the steak and eggs if you can. I will not stop coming here until I've had it all.
  • Samantha S.
    Samantha SchwartzJanuary 17, 2015
    Menu changes throughout day therefore is always verbally delivered via your server. Great, quality, honest food & drink in a comforting old diner space.
  • Eduardo G.heart icon on user image
    Eduardo GodinhoJanuary 26, 2018
    The place is a old train wagon. They type the menu in the table. I went for the famous burger and was a nice option. Very good food.
  • Blair M.
    Blair MikelsApril 27, 2014
    The scone with cherries and cream is delectable, as are the egg specials. Perhaps Williamsburg's most dependable brunch resto.
  • Fodor's Travel
    Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015
    Your waiter will scrawl the offerings on your paper tablecloth: expect two or three meat options, a fish or two, and veggies from farms in the Greater New York area. Read more
  • Stoph'sheart icon on user image
    Stoph'sAugust 6, 2011
    A door that reminds me of my back porch- opens into a cozy, vintage- mirror up high space. The bar is stocked with local and specific. Spirits you won't find trendy here. The food A+ burger a must!
  • Josh M.heart icon on user image
    Josh MateoDecember 7, 2014
    If they're serving Buckwheat Pancakes, you MUST order them. Perfection. And sit at the bar/counter if you don't want to wait for a table.
  • NabeWise
    NabeWiseAugust 30, 2011
    Their menu changes everyday, and all of their food is sourced from farmers markets in the morning. The food is eclectic and interesting, and always amazing. A great brunch spot in an old train car.
  • Harryheart icon on user image
    HarryJune 6, 2015
    Great diner, perfect for a weekend brunch. The menu changes regularly but it's always spot on! Don't miss the pancakes!
  • Michael A.heart icon on user image
    Michael AnthonyDecember 16, 2022
    Ceasar salad and burger are automatics. Vibe is cool and great food. Rotating menu but everything was good.
  • Udi R.heart icon on user image
    Udi RubinAugust 21, 2014
    The trout fish was amazing one of the best fish dishes I ever had. Elegant and tasty. The burger worth a visit too. Cool atmosphere
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