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Cosmic Diner

888 8th Ave (52nd & 8th), New York City, NY 10019
212 333-5888
Ranked #1,657 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
3.5 of 5 stars 60 Reviews
Cuisines: Diner
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Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Midtown
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San Antonio, Texas, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I did not even want to say this outloud, but THAT WAS THE BEST FRENCH TOAST EVER! Challah bread french toast with THICK sliced bacon, good coffee and conversation are availible here on 8th Ave @ 51st. More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Went to the Cosmic Diner at 3:30am to carb load before a cycling race in NYC. It was surprisingly not dive-y and the food was surprisingly not greasy! The men waiting overnight were very friendly and clearly felt bad for my husband and me, as we were the only ones in there who were starting our day (vs everyone else... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Cosmic Diner is a must if visiting New York. The last couple of times I have visited NYC I have stayed at the WJ Hotel which is just a short walk to the diner, we ate breakfast here most days. Waitresses are very friendly and are always making sure that your coffee cup is full. It is everything a diner... More

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See 3 more reviews by Craig C for New York City
United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

We stayed at the Novotel in Times Square and wanted to find try out the diner experience locally and at a reasonable price - Cosmic diner was our choice at just a 2 minute stroll from our hotel and a 5 minute walk from Times Square. We went for breakfast on our second morning and were really pleased with our... More

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Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Just around the corner from the Novotel - Times Square. Come out of the Novotel main entrance and turn left. Walk to the end of the street and the Cosmic Diner is on the opposite side of the road on the corner. Extensive menu - can get anything - any time. Burgers - fantastic/ onion rings delicious! Can also recommend... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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went here every morning for breakfast and it does what it says on the tin.French toast with butter and maple syrup and canadian crispy bacon plus 3 to 4 cups of coffee plus quick efficient service all for 20 dollars for 2,fantastic.Remember this is a diner not an a la carte restaurant and it does quick easy diner food so... More

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warwickshire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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The cosmic diner was an easy wlak from our hotel and the staff were really friendly and the service was excellent. The food portions were huge and really tasty. Worth a visit if you want a taasty inexpensive meal with friendly service. More

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Oswego, New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

What a Gem!! The service is great and the people are wonderful!! The food was tremendous and inviting!! A rare find in a huge city. Here you feel comfortable, at home and amongst friends!! My son loved the diner and its waiters, who treated him very well. For a young man to get high fived by a waiter on his... More

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Chicago
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
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We visited the Cosmic Diner one morning for breakfast, since we had all slept in & missed the complimentary breakfast at our hotel. And were we glad we did! The food here was delicious, and the portion sizes were huge! The pancakes were massive, made from fresh batter, and the sausages were about three times the size of ones you... More

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Galway, Ireland
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

I had breakfast here on three occasions while in NYC; I would not have returned if it was lousy! The food is your average diner fare; the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly; the place itself is 24/7. Can't go wrong if you don;t expect cardio-friendly fare. More

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