Carnegie Diner & Café – 828 8th Ave, New York, NY

Carnegie Diner & Café – 828 8th Ave, New York, NY reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Cindy VIP

   San Francisco26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Sadly this restaurant space overlooking Central Park will go away this fall as it is making way for a new wing of the museum. I am sure that the restaurant will be as wonderful but this was spectacular due to the view.
   

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   Stephanie

   Kansas City14 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The service was pretty fast, server checked in with us during meal. Pastrami was okay, VERY lean, if you like that style. Coconut shrimp was good, fries were good and the best dish was sweet potato fries (tasted fresh cut)! Cute t-shirts for sale.
   

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   Teresa

   Coastal Georgia2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We got seated very quickly after we arrived. Our waitress was attentive and the service was great.
   

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   T. J. VIP

   Baltimore40 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Good food but hardly spectacular. I ordered an egg-white omelet with mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes. It was served on sour dough, which was good. Hash browns, also good, accompanied the dish. We sat at the counter although I would have preferred a standard table. Although the food was fine and we didn't have to wait an extraordinarily long time because I'd made a reservation, I doubt that I'll return. There are so many other food options that I see no need to dine at a place that's not extraordinary.
   

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   Jody

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were seated earlier than our reservation time. The food was delicious and the portions very large. We ordered from the Theater Menu and had no problem getting to our show in plenty of time.
   

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   sue VIP

   Cleveland37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   We went to the Carnegie Diner for a bite to eat before catching the show Chicago. We had reservations for 5:30. The food was good but the service was a bit lacking because of the crowd there at that hour. Our server was prompt when dropping off the food but did not pay attention to our needs while we were eating.
   

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   Kim VIP

   Greater Boston48 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Diverse menu in a bustling NYC restaurant. We had reservations and showed up early. We were seated quickly. Very noisy but in a good energy way. Food was good and came quickly. Waiters courteous and helpful. Ordered corned beef which was lean but not overly flavorful. Big cookie turned out to be more of a warm brownie pie. Very good. Expensive prices but in line with NYC rates. Will try it again with breakfast food. Great location.
   

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   Andrea

   San Francisco20 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Do not sleep on this diner. It’s the best value in Time Square area. All 4 of our meals were delicious and huge. Then there was dessert which was ridiculously good and also huge! A bright, cheery place to recharge for lunch.
   

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   Lindsay

   London5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I was lucky enough to sing at Carnegie Hall as part of a 300 strong Rock Choir performance from the UK. The diner is right opposite do a group of 6 decided to book a table and have breakfast. It was a great experience. Although very busy the service was good & breakfasts superb. Large portions, freshly cooked. Would definitely visit again & recommend!
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2

    Food came out super fast, service was great. Food was okay and the ambience was to be expected for a touristy Times Square restaurant. If you need a quick bite to eat and need to check a pastrami sandwich off your NYC checklist, stop by.
    

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