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American Restaurant 4.1· 2,510 reviews $20 to $30

The Flame Diner

The Flame Diner is a casual American restaurant located at 893 9th Ave in New York City. Known for its extensive menu of home-style Greek and American dishes...

4.1 / 5

Guest rating

2,510

Reviews

American Restaurant

Cuisine

$20 to $30

Price level

Open 24 hours

Overview

About The Flame Diner

The Flame Diner is a casual American restaurant located at 893 9th Ave in New York City. Known for its extensive menu of home-style Greek and American dishes, this diner operates around the clock, welcoming guests for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night meals. The atmosphere is cozy and unpretentious, suitable for solo diners, families, and groups alike.

The menu features a variety of comfort foods including omelettes, burgers, gyros, and classic desserts like cheesecake and griddle cakes. Practical options such as delivery, takeout, and no-contact delivery are available alongside dine-in service. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms, while the dining experience combines table and counter service in a family-friendly and LGBTQ+ inclusive setting.

American restaurant Bar & grill Diner Delivery & Takeout Family-friendly Wi-Fi available Wheelchair accessible Contact on-site

Quick facts

  • Price range: $20 - $30
  • Typical visit: 30 min to 1.5 hr
  • Rating: 4.1 (2,510 reviews)
  • No reservations accepted
  • Credit/debit & mobile payments accepted
  • Free and paid street parking nearby
  • Phone: +1 212-765-7962
  • Open 24/7 with onsite bar service
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category - each group lists what's available and what isn't at The Flame Diner.

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • No Assistive hearing loop
  • No Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • No Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking
Hours

Opening hours

When The Flame Diner is open during the week.

Open 24 hours

  • Monday Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday Open 24 hours
  • Thursday Open 24 hours
  • Friday Open 24 hours
  • Saturday Open 24 hours
  • Sunday Open 24 hours
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Reviews

Reviews for The Flame Diner

What recent guests say after dining at The Flame Diner.

4.1/ 5

Based on 2,510 guest reviews

Rating distribution

5 52%
4 26%
3 11%
2 5%
1 6%

Adem Mecit

Sep 17, 2026

"This place offers a truly authentic American breakfast experience. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt welcoming and comfortable, setting the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable morning. We chose omelets and pancakes, and both selections were excellent. The service was impressively fast and well-organized, yet never rushed. The omelets were generously portioned, flavorful, and very satisfying—we honestly didn’t feel the need to eat anything else for the rest of the day. They were prepared perfectly and clearly made with care. The pancakes were equally enjoyable: cooked to perfection, with a slightly crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. They were well-balanced in taste and texture and complemented the breakfast beautifully. Another nice touch was the unlimited water service, which was offered without having to ask. The staff were consistently friendly, attentive, and smiling, which contributed greatly to the overall positive experience. I would highly recommend this place to anyone seeking a hearty, high-quality American breakfast served with excellent hospitality."

Vernon Williams

Sep 07, 2026

"Great place for late night classic American meals. I generally have a lumberjack or a cheeseburger deluxe. Service is fast and friendly. Booths are not for folks who are larger than average (which is typical for most diners)"

Andrew Codling

Aug 08, 2026

"Welcoming atmosphere, the staff are so friendly. Had an omelette and toast for breakfast and it tasted great. Can’t wait to come back and try more from the menu!"

Charleyd

Jun 11, 2026

"Food was good, hot and plentiful. Wait staff a bit pushy/impatient. Diner was not busy, so staff was over compensating. Atmosphere was bright, clean. Overall, it was a good experience."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about visiting The Flame Diner.

The menu includes American and Greek comfort foods such as omelettes, burgers, gyros, salads, and classic desserts like cheesecake and griddle cakes.

The diner welcomes families, groups, and solo diners with family-friendly seating, a kids' menu, and high chairs available.

Yes, the diner provides delivery, no-contact delivery, and takeout services in addition to dine-in.

Menu options include vegetarian selections and healthy dishes alongside traditional comfort foods.

The diner has wheelchair-accessible entrances, restrooms, and seating, though wheelchair-accessible parking is not available on-site.

Reservations are not accepted, so seating operates on a walk-in basis.

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Wi-Fi is available for guests during their visit.

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