We passed in front of Soho Diner multiple times and finally decided to try that place. Located in the Soho Grand Hotel, this scene place is not your typical diner, more like an elevated version, like Empire Diner is, and a notch above Brooklyn Diner. The reddish interior is beautiful and their patio perfect for a Summer brunch. I am glad we came early so we could eat outside and enjoy the nice weather, because, 30 minutes later, a line started to form in front of the restaurant.

On their menu, they have classics like waffles or pancakes that come either vegan or made with buttermilk. We went for the latter and I have to say that their pancakes were superb. When the plate came, we thought that they were burnt, but in fact, and I am not sure if it was on purpose or not, the nice char gave them a delicious crunchiness while the inside was cake-ey If this word exists... They were served with whipped butter as well as some maple syrup (not enough) that they specified was “real” on the menu in case you were wondering if they would serve some cheap sugar syrup. This is a dish not to miss if you go there.

We also shared their huevos rancheros that were composed of a crispy tortilla, some spiced black beans, sunny eggs, salsa ranchera and crushed avocado. These were some of the best I had: the egg was perfectly cooked, the yolk being runny; the black beans were very good and not spicy (I am sure you can ask for hot sauce), and they put a nice amount of avocado on top. If you like (or not) huevos rancheros, I recommend it!

Drinks are also interesting because you would get a wide variety of options, from Bellini to Bloody Mary, to cocktails or wine (I got a rosé).

Overall, the food at Soho Diner was quite good and we had a good time despite the fact that the service was a bit of a challenge (they seemed to be short of staff). They have a good brunch with mouth watering items and the fact that they open early 8am makes it a good place to go for breakfast or an early brunch. This is again an elevated version of a diner, so prices will be higher, but without going overboard.

Enjoy (I did)!

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Soho Diner - 320 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013

Brunch at Soho Diner in NYC, NY

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