EJ's Luncheonette

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1271 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10021
EJ's Luncheonette is a NYC iconic restaurant celebrating its 27th year of business. EJ's is known to both locals and tourists from all over the world to serve the best comfort food in NYC. Located on the Upper East side close to Central Park and Museums. New York's best breakfast, lunch and dinner. EJ's specials are one of its many highlights. The restaurant was designed to be a throwback to the 1940's decor of the "old fashioned" Luncheonette. The food is all prepared fresh with quality ingredients and large portions. EJ's also takes pride in delivering fast, neighborly friendly service also reminiscent of the 1940's. Great comfort food dinner entrees, Big Juicy Burgers, Fluffy Omelettes, Pancakes, French Toast, Milk Shakes, Egg creams , Homemade Desserts. A Featured Venue in Television shows, Movies and commercials, Its a must visit while in NYC. Tour groups are welcome at non peak times.

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3.5630 reviews
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Rob K.
10/9/2025

This is not your typical luncheonette in that they serve alcohol, have outdoor seating, etc. There are plenty of healthy options, especially given that virtually all orders are customizable. I...

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Fawn G.
10/4/2025

"A luncheonette is a small, casual restaurant, particularly common in the mid-20th century United States, that serves light meals, snacks, and fountain drinks, often with counter seating". I've...

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Lauren P.
7/16/2025

Waited over 30 minutes for a table for 2 on a Sunday at around 1pm. It gave modern diner vibes, and it was a lil loud and crowded for my taste. It also didn't help that we were seated close to the...

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Khayla G.
11/13/2025

My party of 6 on a Thursday afternoon was seated immediately. The service is excellent! We were able to get our order within 15 minutes. I ordered an omelet with broccoli, spinach and grilled...

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Alice D.
11/28/2025

Place was super crowded when we went. Was able to get table fast though. Food was good but nothing that you can't get at any other diner in the area.

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