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Top 10 spots for food and brunch to Enjoy in Lincoln Square, New York City

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🥘 Food
🥞 Brunch
🍽️ Lunch Spot
🍪 Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Atrium setting with abundant plants creates a quiet, low-key atmosphere. Seating is plentiful, supporting study, gatherings, and online meetings. Reasonable prices and combo options offer good value, while homemade chocolate chip cookies and buttermilk chicken sandwich stand out as popular choices.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be very good and delicious."

"The food is fresh and tastes great."

"The food is always good and comes fast."

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The restaurant offers wonderful vegan options.

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The combo options give guests a lot of variety.

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Customers can choose between soup, 1/2 sandwich, or 1/2 salad.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
😎 Chill
🍝 Lasagna
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Vaulted ceilings and brutal loudness fill the space with energy. Food shines with flavorful dishes like branzino and arancini. Brunch offers shakshuka paired with a frozen espresso martini, making it a lively spot for both meals and drinks.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and flavorful."

"The food was amazing but it's way too loud."

"I always enjoy the delicious Italian food and cozy vibe."

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Reservations are recommended as the restaurant gets busy quickly.

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The menu features pasta priced at $22-24 and a special pasta at $56.

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Canto offers gluten-free pasta options for those with dietary restrictions.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
🍅 Tomato Soup
🚫🌾 Gluten Free
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Small American spot blends Jewish and Chinese dishes with a strong gluten-free menu. Cozy, romantic vibe with live singing and relaxed all-day brunch featuring classic favorites. Welcomes families with thoughtful amenities and ample seating.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious with great portions."

"The food here is amazing and mostly gluten-free."

"I love the cozy vibe and classic brunch here."

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A reservation is highly recommended to avoid long wait times.

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The restaurant offers gluten-free options for various dishes.

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This place gets busy during brunch time until 3 PM.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
🍚 Fried Rice
🍗 Chicken Wings
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Spacious dining room with warm cozy lighting and clean, comfortable interiors creates a welcoming atmosphere. Staff bring positive energy and serve strong, expertly crafted drinks from a full bar. The vibe feels like home, blending Cuban-Chinese cuisine with a relaxed, pleasant environment.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and savory."

"The food is always delicious and hits the spot."

"The Cuban-Chinese food here is unlike anywhere else."

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The restaurant offers a $7 wine special during happy hour.

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Happy hour features discounted drinks from 4-7pm on weekdays.

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The restaurant accepts Apple Pay and Google Pay for payments.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
🥬 Caesar Salad
🎩 Upscale
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Elegant restaurant with Monagesque decor and red lighting creates a chic, lively atmosphere blending class with youthful energy. Guests enjoy exquisite cocktails and a visually stunning space that feels both special and welcoming.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and thoughtfully prepared."

"The food was amazing and the place felt cozy."

"This place feels elegant with the best food around."

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Reservations are recommended for the pre-theater menu.

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The dinner service starts at 6 PM for an 8 PM concert.

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Dress code is formal attire; casual wear is not acceptable.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
🛋️ Cozy
🥗 Healthy Foods
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Open doors and large floor-to-ceiling windows create a spacious, airy layout with pleasant, cozy atmosphere. Seating is available both inside and outside on the street, welcoming a diverse crowd. The vibe is clean and vibrant, with fresh pastries and coffee aromas filling the air.

People are saying

"The food here is tasty, fresh, and flavorful."

"I enjoyed the great food and drinks here."

"The food is fresh and there's lots to choose from."

Good to know

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Ordering a prepared drink will take somewhere between 15 to 20 minutes.

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There is a 10% discount for Students and Teachers if they show ID.

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Café Aroma is conveniently located a few blocks from Columbus Circle and Lincoln Center.

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🥞 Brunch
🛋️ Cozy
👥 Social
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Small indoor space opens to a lovely outdoor patio with dog-friendly seating and tables close together. Atmosphere shifts from cozy and inviting to noisy and lively, supported by a throwback and Latin music playlist. Seating options vary from high-tops to low-tops, all comfortable and welcoming.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, well-seasoned, and a great value."

"Some loved the food, but others found it bland or greasy."

"Most people enjoyed the good to excellent food here."

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Reservations are recommended to secure a table, especially on weekends.

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Street parking is available nearby, but be prepared for limited spots.

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Happy hour runs on Sunday afternoons with special pricing on select drinks.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
☕️ Cortado
🛋️ Cozy
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Massive space with indoor and outdoor seating offers a quiet patio and a cozy half-underground feel. Atmosphere stays relaxing and friendly, ideal for chatting or reading without Wi-Fi distractions. Popular spot features quality furniture and lighting, making it a standout neighborhood coffee shop.

People are saying

"The food and coffee here are fantastic."

"The food and pastries are fresh and tasty."

"The food and coffee are great but a bit pricey."

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The coffee shop does not provide WiFi.

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The kitchen closed at 3pm.

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The almond bun costs $7.

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🥞 Brunch
🍽️ Dinner Spots
💎 Classy
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Elegant and cozy space with warm lighting and beautiful booths creates a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere. The vibe blends old steakhouse charm with modern décor, making it suitable for memorable meals. Creative cocktails and impeccable service add to the overall experience.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and presented so nicely."

"The food was a mix of great and disappointing dishes."

"The place has a beautiful vibe and tasty food."

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The total cost for three people for four dishes and no alcohol was $200.

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The restaurant is suitable for a pre-theater dinner.

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Arrangements are made for convenience to the 8pm show at The Met.

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🥞 Brunch
🥘 Food
🎩 Upscale
🎼 Opera House
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Majestic opera house with impeccable acoustics and beautiful architecture featuring crystal chandeliers and red carpets. Atmosphere feels cultured and timeless, hosting first-class opera performances with talented live orchestra and singers. Electronic captioning at seats enhances understanding without disturbing others.

People are saying

"The food here is absolutely exquisite and spectacular."

"Food and drinks are pricey and tough to find."

"The food tastes amazing and looks great."

Good to know

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You need ID and proof of Covid vaccine or a recent negative Covid test to enter.

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A mask is required at all times.

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You have to reserve tickets in advance because they sell out quickly during the season.