Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant
Bakery, Breakfast Spot, and Café$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
The experts at The Corcoran Group and New York Habitat recommend this place
"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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Saif DiaOctober 14, 2015If you're ordering something sweet, get a side of the fried green tomatoes to cut down some of my he sweetness
M. Orçun ŞahinJune 19, 2016Perfect breakfast. Loved their egg Benedict. Loved the cozy atmosphere in there
Rozanne ElsJune 20, 2018Ordered such a yum omelette with goat's cheese. And the coffee and vibe are great.
Simon & SchusterMarch 16, 2011The blueberry pancakes at this NY restaurant have people lining up on weekend mornings. Try making them at home. Find a recipe for the lip-smacking goodie in JUST MARRIED AND COOKING. Read more
Miss PiggyJune 12, 2014Who says you can only have pancakes for breakfast? Skip the morning rush and go around 4pm. They may taste even better if you don't have to wait!
Jameel NoorJuly 4, 2016Fantastic place for breakfast or brunch. Don't miss out their blueberry pancakes
Amélie AlexandreJuly 23, 2014Start with the scones... It goes up and up from there! Plus: brinner (breakfast for dinner). Golden.
Cassie PMarch 28, 2014It's a small place so be prepared for a wait. If you're a pancake lover, I would suggest for the banana walnut.
Sarp ErkayaMay 7, 2015Always crowded!! But; Best. Pancakes. No discussion... No competition. Come early during the week.
Kathy YeuDecember 18, 2011Don't let the line make you think you'll get in when they open. The parties in front of you will grow as those in front let their friends in. There should be a rule.
Em LMarch 25, 2012Came here for dinner, the blueberry pancakes were delicious, but I'm more into savory dishes and the shrimp and grits were amazing.
Their blueberry pancakes with warm maple butter are amazing! Oh & the sugar cured bacon is a must try as well. Yum yums :-)
Anoop RanganathSeptember 15, 2011It's a long wait, but they'll take your number and give you a call when your table is ready. It doesn't matter what you order as long as you make sure to have a biscuit on the side.
HeidiMarch 30, 2018After they text you, you have 10 mins to claim your table. We waited an hour for that text (2 ppl). Much better pancakes elsewhere (lemon ricotta at Sarabeth’s). Overhyped for sure. Nice service tho.
Elizabeth BursteinAugust 21, 2019Absolutely lovely blueberry pancakes! And fresh-squeeze OJ. Although the ambiance sucked!
Hailey FriedmanFebruary 6, 2016Voted the #1 favorite Brunch spot in NYC. According to this list: http://www.topfivecityguide.com/topfive-best-brunch-in-nyc/
Jing Jing LiAugust 19, 2014Weekday lunch is still at least a one hour wait in the summers but the sugar cured bacon is well worth it.
Sara RadakovicOctober 17, 2016We waited 40min for a table (reservations aren't possible).After we sat we waited for our meal for another 40min and impressions?Overrated and average place that has high rating for no reason
Jen TomJanuary 17, 2010i think they have the best pancakes in nyc. always a line but they do pass a plate of samples to keep us waiting and not mind an hour or so...also have had their southern breakfast which i also adore.
KevinJuly 17, 2010Getting there 'early' isn't enough. Get there yesterday if you want a reasonable wait time. Overall, the food was very good and the service was just as good. You MUST have the sugar cured bacon!
Will GarréJune 9, 2012Blueberry pancakes are very good. They put a blueberry syrup/sauce on top. Blueberries in the batter, too. Fresh OJ rules.
- Chad HornerAugust 11, 2015the blueberry pancakes are very good, but don't expect them to change your life.
Susan ClaxtonAugust 22, 2011Go when it first opens or you will be waiting in line forever. I recommend sharing here since everything is so tasty you can't get just one thing!
Alissen WilliamsFebruary 21, 2014BEST PANCAKES IN THE ENTIRE CITY HANDS DOWN! However, be very prepared for a longgggggg wait for a table....
Gansevoort Hotel GroupNovember 2, 2011...this place is amazing. They've got the best pancakes in the world, first off, not to mention the rest of the menu!!
- David FiresterSeptember 12, 2016One of the best places in NY for breakfast. The pancakes are amazing.
Fiona M.January 8, 2011sugar cured bacon - u'd regret not asking for a second helping! stay & wait after putting your names down - wandering groups could result in your getting a table way earlier than expected ;)
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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
Closed until 9:00 AM (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
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Yes
Credit Cards
No
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Smoking
Yes
Music
Live Music
Restroom
Yes
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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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