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Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette

Diner and Breakfast Spot$$$$

Upper East Side, New York

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Ranked #1 for breakfast food in the Upper East Side
"Cinnamon raisin French toast and a freshly made Arnold Palmer"(15 Tips)
"Great chocolate malt but kind of pricey at $8 with tax."(4 Tips)
"Classic Strawberry."(3 Tips)
"Homemade lemonade and the best Arnold Palmer you've ever had"(4 Tips)

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ComoJuly 8, 2018
Very nice Atmosphere! Delicious food and great service! Place to visit in NY
Eyal GoldwergerDecember 22, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Egg cream is fantastic, especially coffee or chocolate, which favors the proprietor does himself. Burger w/fried eggs, bacon & mushrooms can't be beat... as the atmosphere in this 100yr old joint...
Jason SuAugust 5, 2023
Old school diner, amazing egg cream and homemade soda. Tuna melt and butter cheeseburger were tasty. Would come back again to try other things on the menu
Lele BuonerbaSeptember 18, 2016
Get the French toast with maple syrup – it's delicious. If you're with a friend split one serving so it doesn't go cold, you get a lot of food on your plate.
amNewYorkNovember 7, 2012
Continually operated by the same family (its last renovation was in 1948), it's a place to enjoy no-nonsense classics such as chopped egg or liverwurst sandwiches and the stellar ice cream fountain.
KarenMarch 12, 2019
The french toast with a side of sausage was so delicious. The coffee is also excellent. Love the vintage feel.
PouyaAugust 25, 2023
One the last spots in NYC to make coke with syrup (maybe the last). You want to try that although it might be very sweet for you. The French toast was surprisingly good.
EmmaDecember 31, 2015
The omelette was excellent! Tasty chocolate as well, not too crowded, great diner! Servers are really nice and helpful!
Carlos ArizmendiOctober 15, 2016
Muy buen lugar, al viejo estilo americano, huevos y pancakes deliciosos/such a good place, old fashion American way, the scrambled eggs and the pancakes were delicious.
Nat HarwardJuly 9, 2013
Classic Strawberry. Blending Bassetts Ice Cream of Philadelphia’s classic vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and coffee shakes since 1925. You'll feel like you've been transported to a soda fountain. Read more
Rupert PupkinJuly 27, 2024
Travel 100 years back in time. Iconic home to NYC’s best egg cream, serving breakfast & lunch all day. Opened by Albanian immigrant Soterios Philis in 1925, still operated by his descendants.
Caitlin ClementsFebruary 24, 2013
Greatest lemonade you will ever taste. Same goes for the club sandwich. Wonderful, nostalgic vibe, and the owner is very friendly if you strike up a conversation.
Brendan RogersApril 7, 2013
I had the pancakes here for breakfast this morning, they were some of the best I have ever had! The waitress was really nice and helpful and the place was welcoming!
Lauren DowningAugust 10, 2019
The eggs were phenomenal. By far and away the best diner eggs I’ve ever had. The secret, I think, is an absurd amount of butter.
Don GMay 28, 2023
Root beer float,THE Shake are classic. Shakes are big! It is a Time Machine!
Daniel SanchezJuly 18, 2023
Been here 5+ times
Get the egg cream. Has no egg, no cream. All delicious.
Rebecca PlaineJanuary 11, 2017
Grilled cheese does not disappoint. Try their new local hot sauce alternative Pop Sauce on your sandwich!
Linda Knight CraneAugust 12, 2013
Arnold Palmer is freshly made & delicious! Perfect with bacon cheddar burger or club sandwich made as you order right behind the counter. Yum!
Brian GiambalvoOctober 15, 2022
Definitely worth the wait for a classic float or other fountain drink but food items seem overpriced.
Conrad Greiner-BechertJanuary 30, 2018
I used to come here for milkshakes, now I’m off sugar and I still come here because it’s just a super cute spot for dates.
Eyal GoldwergerJune 25, 2011
Been here 25+ times
100 year old vibe that's authentic without trying. Great noodle soup, french toast, egg cream, and many classic diner staples. Old freshly made, old style.
Kevin RezzetanoSeptember 24, 2018
French Toast was delicious, and generous portions as well. Wait staff is kind, quick, and attentive.
Marianna FierroNovember 23, 2017
Just nice to grab a cup of coffee, listen to the old tunes and hang out!
Amar LAKELJune 5, 2015
The last american breakfast bar near the Met. Make a stop on the museum Hill.
Seline JungFebruary 15, 2017
Delicious French toast in a classic diner. Extensive menu but pricey. Cash only tipping.
Paolo BaroneApril 1, 2019
Old style dinner, French toast is really good
USA TODAYJuly 17, 2013
This old-fashioned shop will give you a blast from the past. Try the Classic Strawberry shake. Read more
AmandaApril 25, 2014
Great chocolate malt but kind of pricey at $8 with tax.
Mary PDecember 14, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Get the walnut cinnamon raisin french toast and don't forget the pure maple syrup!
Norman HathawayJanuary 6, 2011
Coffee malted milkshake. Fresh squeezed lemonade with sugar syrup. Shrimp salad sandwich. Ginger soda with vanilla ice cream. For the truly brave? The jelly omelet.
Frederik VosbergSeptember 21, 2015
Very authentic NY Diner with yummy pancakes with crispy edges.
Dil RibeiroAugust 11, 2014
The sandwiches are fantastic and the milkshake is superb.
Michael OrensteinJuly 24, 2017
Best pancakes in the entire world.
JasonJune 9, 2024
The line moves quickly, and the food is decent but be aware that prices are not affordable, even by NYC standards.
Adam SchuitJanuary 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Best French toast with pure maple syrup! Also the orangeade is delicious.
Maryam AlyNovember 9, 2014
The milkshake. They make their own syrups and they're delicious.
DAMstyleApril 6, 2010
Order a chocolate egg cream soda - the best in the city. This iconic institution has the oldest soda jerk in NYC. Oh, the chocolate malt shake is another must try.
Jonathan L.July 14, 2013
Rated #5 on USA Today's "America's Best Milkshake". Try the classic strawberry.
Emma Cardinal-RichardsDecember 17, 2016
Amazing pancakes and fresh orange juice
Alèxia SoléMarch 17, 2023
Ask for an authentic NYC egg cream.
Ryan GallagherSeptember 30, 2017
Old school diner. Expensive but the food is on point.
Alèxia SoléFebruary 1, 2023
Ask for Coca-cola & Ice cream.
Alison CJanuary 27, 2015
Delicious, but beware. Tips in cash only. After not mentioning this, they claimed they're "not good at" the credit machine and won't void to add it. Sooo no tip for my waitress. Your loss friends.
Brandon SpruillDecember 2, 2016
The blueberry pancakes are delicious
O. WENDELL BROOKSMay 27, 2021
Scrambled Eggs w/Turkey Sausage.
Indio GilesNovember 14, 2010
I love this diner, a real American experience if your English. Pancakes and french toast are a must try.
Alycia CittellAugust 2, 2011
They have the ceiling price from years ago on the wall's. A Root Beer Float .35 cents!! Bacon & Egg .45 cents!!...
Jennifer YuAugust 11, 2022
Coke with ice cream made the old fashioned way
Chaz AntonelliSeptember 10, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Real soda fountain!! Taste Coke like it USED to be! Home-made coffee syrup and more! Don't skip this classic place.
Marissa SutherlandDecember 26, 2017
quaintest, old school joint for some great brunch

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