Foursquare City Guide

Nearby:

Get inspired:

See all
1,939 photos

Ellen's Stardust Diner

Diner and Performing Arts Venue$$$$

Theater District, New York

Save

Share

Ellen's Stardust Diner

8.2^/10

1,523

ratings

Ranked #9 for diners in New York
The experts at CNN and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"Singing waitstaff, tasty food, great atmosphere."(7 Tips)
"... while listening to the singing wait staff!! My daughter loves their Red Velvet Cake..."(8 Tips)
"Great place to take the kids for breakfast and Broadway show tunes."(8 Tips)
"Awesome mozzarella triangles, waffle fries, and grilled cheese."(8 Tips)

361 Tips and reviews

Filter:

lively
breakfast food
milkshakes
casual
staff
desserts
sandwiches
music
dancing
restaurants
dinner
singers
karaoke
brisket
omelettes
crowded
scenic views
malts
pastries
diner food
(15 more)

Log in to leave a tip here.

Sort:

Popular
Recent

Enza AntenosApril 16, 2014
With visiting at least once ...and not for the food
AshleyOctober 2, 2012
Maria is the best waitress! She's amazing.
Alex McCoyMarch 26, 2013
LONG lines to get in, but they move pretty quick.
LindsayeJune 2, 2017
So much fun! Food is just ok. Prices are high.
Drew WashingtonAugust 30, 2011
Wow...noisey but damn, these people are talented!! Food is ovrpriced and could use some improvement, but the servers are very amusing!!
Justin AnastosJanuary 11, 2023
Don't come here with a hangover. I can't overstate how loud the singing is.
Skye SheffeldOctober 23, 2015
Food not that great, and pricy but the entertainment was ahhhmazing!! Totally makes up for where the food leaves off...
Chenell BatesAugust 18, 2012
You will love it they sing to u
Daira BrayleyJune 8, 2012
The food is good and it's super loud cuz everyone sings do don't go if u want a quiet meal
Colin WhiteSeptember 13, 2015
Delicious waffle fries.
Jack AaronsonMay 23, 2012
Go when Erik E. is working. He's the best!
Rajeev RavindranathanOctober 1, 2011
bright, loud, noisy, fun. if that's how you like breakfast, visit!
Marley MarxDecember 1, 2011
Not only are the food great but theres a lot of talented singers! :)
Sergio OchoaDecember 10, 2013
Try the "Cheese" Cake -
Heather TruckenmillerAugust 10, 2014
Love the live performances!
Cindy C BlakisSeptember 20, 2014
While waiting for a table we saw a waterbug greet another table. Needless to say we didn't stay.
Peeda WeeMarch 18, 2016
The singing and milkshakes
Sarah HaydenSeptember 10, 2014
Dee-licious brisket and reuben :)
Elizabeth HolzMarch 7, 2015
An amazing experience!
Laura GottschalkApril 11, 2012
Not only do you get serenaded but you also get good food lol
Emi La MaJanuary 19, 2016
I love this place!!!
Ane Katrine ApelOctober 22, 2022
You leave the place dancing
QTCDN 🌻July 12, 2012
The servers are great people and fantastic performers but the device is terrible
John LangwellMarch 28, 2011
Must try the Everything but the kitchen sink big enough for 4 people
Shannon OstendorfSeptember 4, 2011
Definitely check this out! Live entertainment while you eat!
Angie Arnett-MandellaAugust 31, 2013
It's more than breakfast.... It's an experience!
Niko PelzSeptember 23, 2016
Typical tourist spot. Don't go there at dinner-time to avoid waiting in the queue.
Lori SSeptember 7, 2013
Not a fan of the weird 80s rebrand. I miss the poodle skirts and bowling shirts!
Emma KarpinskiApril 18, 2012
So much fun, katherine hepburn salad was great!
BLOUIN ARTINFOJune 29, 2011
Make sure to get a table on the main floor!
Alicia Myers-McCoyApril 28, 2013
Mac'n'cheese bites are bangin!!!
BeccaJuly 6, 2012
This is the best diner ever :D so freaking cool :O
Rhonda WoodsFebruary 19, 2013
Don't forget to tip the singers.
Matt VigodaSeptember 5, 2011
Bring a jacket! You have to be a penguin to stay in here.
Linnie DFebruary 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Apple pie a la mode is the best!
BuseJuly 20, 2014
Love me tender & give me a ring 👌
Stella RicciJune 4, 2013
The staff is the main attraction because the food certainly isn't.
Rebecca ReedDecember 30, 2010
I LOVE THIS PLACE! GOOD FOOD, SINGING, AND MUSIC!
Veronika GuillenNovember 17, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The food is average but The show is everything.
Daniele LoconteSeptember 23, 2012
A place any NY visitor should go to!!
Shoug AlebrahimFebruary 22, 2014
Best diner in NY!!!
Shannon CoulsonNovember 19, 2014
So kitschy and fun
Rick FischerOctober 10, 2011
We love comments to help us improve our business. Thanks.
Sebastian CruzNovember 25, 2014
Wonderfull place ..!!!
Özgür SüyelDecember 25, 2014
Omelette and juices
Hanne BeckOctober 2, 2019
The biggest tourist trap in NY. Just dont go! Pricy baaad food, bad sound, feels dirty and unfortunately not to good singers either.
Salvador MoraguesMay 6, 2014
The food we tasted was just Ok. The place was less special than expected. Maybe higher expectations. Very noisy.
Heather SciaccaMay 11, 2010
Talented singing waitstaff! Make sure to get a table on the main floor.
Hessao_July 25, 2015
Live muuuuusicccc wohhooo
Zoe SchwartzSeptember 10, 2015
Music Man is better no offense I wasn't a huge fan of their food

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1,939 Photos

Foursquare © 2025 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA

You must enable JavaScript to use foursquare.com

We use the latest and greatest technology available to provide the best possible web experience.
Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue.

Download Foursquare for your smart phone and start exploring the world around you!