Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant
Bakery, Breakfast Spot, and Café$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Corcoran Group and Serious Eats
"You have to get the chicken&waffles & the blueberry pancakes!!!"(141 Tips)
"Pancake month in Feb... a new kind every day!"(11 Tips)
"The perfect accompaniment to my Spanish scramble and cafe con leche."(14 Tips)
"Some of the best Chicken and Waffles north of the Mason-Dixon Line"(28 Tips)
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Sajid MehmoodFebruary 12, 2014Come here during Pancake Month (Feb)! The pancake specials cost $16 and 3-4 (frostbitten) toes, but they're totally worth it.
Alyssa B.December 7, 2021Seating for one was easy. Ordered a latke benedict at 3pm, yummy and filling.
Jack HolmesJune 22, 2015They're known for the pancakes and long lines (get there early) but everything on the menu is delicious. The grits are a personal favorite.- Dolci KeyMarch 13, 2018Pancake month in Feb... a new kind every day! Cash only. Always a little busy. The portions are definitely shareable.
SparkieSeptember 25, 2012Lower East Side – known for their delish baked goods (cash only) The Amazing New York Blog says they have the best pancakes in NYC and this place is on their top NY Brunch list!
Erin HodgesApril 7, 2014Get the omelette an split pancakes with a friend!! Both are spectacular!! Oh and go at night! They serve breakfast all day and no 3 hour wait like in the mornings!- K. M.May 28, 2015Great pancakes! Beautiful breakfast. To avoid the line, come on a weekday or be here at the time it opens on weekends and holidays.
Crystal RozanskiMarch 9, 2013Ridiculous wait but w/ on-line app, you can do other stuff like a pedi and come back just in time for HANDS DOWN, the best French toast, blueberry pancakes & SUGAR CURED BACON! FYI - Cash only
Halstead PropertyJuly 10, 2013Two words – Blueberry pancakes. Fresh blueberries are topped over each layer in the large stack, so every bite is filled with pure sweetness and delicately prepared, smooth cakes.
Marissa HJuly 7, 2014The pancakes are so amazing but so filling.. The "warm apple butter" tastes like straight up liquid caramel. The fish tacos are amazing and have a large portion of fish in them.
Heather BeckDecember 28, 2017Chocolate chunk pancakes and absolutely incredible. Put your name down with the hostess and get a text when you're next in line. Don't forget cash!
Zoey BartonJanuary 19, 2019Loved the Apple and Cinnamon muffin to take away! Shame about the massive que to eat in for breakfast!
WhatEVER crack they put in this hot Apple Cider drink thingy is worth ever red penny I'm about to throw at you Clinton Street Baking Company!!! Holy shitz that's delicious!
MimiJune 13, 2012Cool text messaging system allows you to wander around the neighborhood and get a cup of coffee while you wait for your table. Check your wait status online and get a text when you're table is ready!
RA 🌧October 10, 2017Blueberry pancakes with their special syrup is to DIE FOR literally !! ❤️❤️Spanish scramble is good with smoked salmon ❤️
Julie SosciaAugust 1, 2018A very popular restaurant for a long time, tucked away on a street on the Lower East Side, try the popular biscuits and fried chicken.- Julie SosciaJuly 17, 2018A very popular restaurant for a long time, tucked away on a street on the Lower East Side, try the popular biscuits and fried chicken.
Rong NguyenJanuary 23, 2012Cash only!!! French brioche banana w/ pecans was excellent, blueberries pancakes great warm & with dipping sauce. Sugar cured bacon for the Bacon lovers! Wait on a Monday at 11:30 was 30 mins
always a pleasant experience that is worth the wait, the entire staff is hospitable and welcoming. Not to mention the food is delicious. Blueberry Pancakes and Smoked Bacon please!!
Jessica B.April 10, 2014The food was amazing. Now I can see why there was a line outside before they opened. It was packed within 15min. Be aware that it's cash only!
Jennifer YuAugust 5, 2022NYC + brunch? This is it, this is the place. Unforgettable blueberry pancakes. Also solid fried chicken.
Elsie TousseMay 9, 2016Pancakes were just fine! But I absolutely loved their sugar cured beacon, so weird but so good!!
Gnat BrainJanuary 28, 2016Everybody talks about the blueberry pancakes. Packed during brunch, but you can also order the pancakes for dinner when not so crowded.
The Corcoran GroupSeptember 4, 2010Could this be the best brunch in NYC? Expect a long, but worth it, wait. Then devour an order of the Pear Waffles – a seasonal special!
SuperbJune 13, 2012Their pancakes are awesome, but you have to try their biscuits! They just might have the best biscuits in New York. Brunch here is definitely worth the (inevitable) wait!
M TFebruary 28, 2014February pancakes are awesome and so is their omelette but in the winter wear very WARM shoes in the cold-they have a severe cold draft that flows at your feet-no joke.
Christina ChinDecember 26, 2017Pancakes!!! Can be long wait tho, but at least they txt you when a table is ready. Sugar cured bacon also delish
Christopher FredaJanuary 13, 2015Amazing pancakes, French toast, & biscuits. Show up early, during the week, & not during the holidays or you'll have to wait hours.
Iffat JokhioAugust 10, 2014Beat the line by getting your food to-go and eating it in the park down the street. Though the food is probably WAY better fresh - if you have the time to stick it out in line.
Mike G.February 23, 2016This place has some of the best breakfasts in NYC. Bring $$$ because they don't take credit cards
Roniel TesslerFebruary 10, 2017You really do need to visit during pancake month. 😋 Those biscuits, too. The fried chicken and waffles weren't that special, so skip that.
Carl Lu YinJuly 24, 2016I ordered fried chicken with waffles. The fried chicken is just ok but the waffle is really good with the special syrup!
Jessica BishopNovember 17, 2014Awesome brunch. Great Bloody Mary's, generous portions. Def will be back!
Pancakes are the best. And also their Bloody Mary's. Its such a shame you have to wait sooo long. Be prepared for the wait.
Ali KraftJune 25, 2013Honestly doesn't matter what time of day you go, Get the blueberry pancakes. I don't even like pancakes but when my friend got them for dinner I Had a bite... HEAVEN
Dave RichardOctober 9, 2015Amazing pancakes... Fresh ingredients throughout. If you get chocolate pancakes, you will get real chocolate pieces on top!
Sam BloorNovember 1, 2015Get there early, there is always a queue! Worth the wait though. We arrived at 10am on a Saturday and it took 45 mins to be seated.
Chocolate chip pancakes are incredible. And if you're in the mood for something savory I recommend the spanish scramble.
Carlos PachecoMay 4, 2012This place is so tiny but worth the wait! Highly recommend getting here freakin' early to beat the lines. Also, the Brioche French Toast is a must! Omnomnom!
Alex CasariegoAugust 25, 2014Some of the best scrambled eggs I've had, as were the grits. Bacon was not as crispy as I'd like.
Giana ZulkafliNovember 17, 2018Ensure you have a reservation , lines are long . Pancakes with blueberries was exactly what I needed on a cold day in NYC .
Hani AlawadhiAugust 23, 2014If it is your first visit then go for their signature blueberry pancake.
StephanFebruary 24, 2020This place is absolutely exquisite from the staff, the menu and color scheme. Cash only but def worth it.
Christine HaFebruary 29, 2016Extremely long wait but best blueberry pancakes ever. Maple butter is key. Grits & double smoked bacon also 👍🏼. Put name on list & come back later.
Robert LangerFebruary 12, 2018Great stop for brunch. On Nowait app which helps with the wait. You have to be within a mile to get on the list.
Agustino GQOctober 20, 2023The best pancakes i’ve ever tried. Also, the egg sandwich was delicious. Se habla español 😎
Jennie D.March 26, 2014I don't think I've ever sat through an entire meal saying out loud "oh my god this is the best thing ever" as much as I did here. I want to bathe myself in their maple butter. This place is unreal.
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Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant
4 Clinton St (at E Houston St)
New York, NY 10002
United States
New York, NY 10002
United States
Open until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- 6:00 PM–11:30 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
(646) 602-6263
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
No
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Smoking
Yes
Music
Live Music
Restroom
Yes
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
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- 8.7
"Amazing pastries, esp the DKA w carmelized goodness + almond croissant. Mini egg sandwich is also delish! Cute indoor/outdoor patios - def making this my new spot for coffee + wkend breakfast hangs!"
Andrea Hong - 9.0
"Fruit Supreme (brandy soaked cake w fruit slices top) and cheesecakes are excellent choices. But you MUST try their Black Forest cake :) rich moist cake & subtle cherries chocolate & cream. <3"
Noah Xifr - 9.3
"Best cookies in the world. As big as slabs of scones, and they're slightly undone, warm, and gooey in the center. Lines move pretty quickly, so it's definitely worth the wait."
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