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EJ's Luncheonette

Upper East Side · 10X Coffee Club

1271 3rd Avenue, New York, NY, 10021Directions
4.1★★★★★★★★★★1,357 reviews

Diners appreciate this establishment's extensive menu of delicious choices, such as pancakes, burgers, and matzo ball soup, along with numerous gluten-free selections. The friendly staff and classic diner atmosphere are also frequently praised. Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

A counter-seat diner with much-praised matzo ball soup.

EJ's Luncheonette is a $$ 10X Coffee Club restaurant in Upper East Side, New York. It has logged 6,357 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Sunday mornings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

neighborhood gembrunch spotquick biteregularsfamilysolo dining
Monday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
ejsluncheonette.com

The experience

A reliable spot for diner staples. The kind of place you go when you know what you want and expect it to be done right.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Why go

EJ's Luncheonette is an Upper East Side diner with a 4.1 Google rating from over 1,300 reviews. Nearly 6,357 Blackbird check-ins since mid-2025 show consistent traffic, particularly on Fridays and Tuesdays. Reviews highlight the charming atmosphere and substantial portions. A straightforward spot for breakfast or lunch.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Neighborhood story

One highlighted reviewer frames EJ's as an Upper East Side fixture for local regulars, especially at the counter.

editorial/ updated 2d ago

Fast facts

  • EJ's has 6,357 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird days are Saturday and Tuesday.
  • Google shows a 4.2 rating from 1,438 reviews.
  • Highlighted reviewers praise counter service from Kazi.
  • Matzo ball soup appears in both highlighted five-star reviews.
editorial/ updated 2d ago

Did you know

EJ's has logged 6,357 Blackbird check-ins, with Saturday and Tuesday standing out as its busiest days.

editorial/ updated 2d ago

Good to know

  • Busiest on Fridays and Tuesdays.
  • Menu leans toward classic diner fare with large portions.
Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 2d ago

Full menu

brunch

  • EJ's Famous Crunchy French Toast

    $17.95
  • Belgian Waffle

    $15.95
  • EJ's Special

    $18.95
  • Breakfast Sampler

    $19.95
  • Steak and Eggs

    $25.95

dessert

  • Apple Pie Sundae

    $12.95
  • EJ's Special Layered Sundae

    $12.95
  • Banana Split

    $12.95
  • Hot Fudge Sundae

    $12.95
  • Homemade Chocolate Fudge Brownie

    $5.95

non-alcoholic

  • Chocolate Covered Strawberry Milkshake

    $11.95
  • EJ's Hand Scooped Milkshake

    $9.95
seed menu intel/ updated 2d ago

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity296
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Flynet check ins

6,357

Neighborhood

Upper East Side

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№9

of 15 Upper East Side spots this month

vs neighborhood median

1× the Upper East Side median

Upper East Side percentile

Top 60% in Upper East Side

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 15 Upper East Side spots.

Last 30 days

296 check ins

−20% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 19Oct 18

When it's busy

Usually not too busy right now

Sundaytoday
2a1p11p
Monday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Inside EJ's Luncheonette

The experience

A reliable spot for diner staples. The kind of place you go when you know what you want and expect it to be done right.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Review signal

4.1

1,357 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 2d ago

Guide

Inside EJ's Luncheonette

The experience

A reliable spot for diner staples. The kind of place you go when you know what you want and expect it to be done right.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Why go

EJ's Luncheonette is an Upper East Side diner with a 4.1 Google rating from over 1,300 reviews. Nearly 6,357 Blackbird check-ins since mid-2025 show consistent traffic, particularly on Fridays and Tuesdays. Reviews highlight the charming atmosphere and substantial portions. A straightforward spot for breakfast or lunch.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Review signal

4.1

1,357 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 2d ago

What to order

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Full menu

brunch

  • EJ's Famous Crunchy French Toast

    $17.95
  • Belgian Waffle

    $15.95
  • EJ's Special

    $18.95
  • Breakfast Sampler

    $19.95
  • Steak and Eggs

    $25.95

dessert

  • Apple Pie Sundae

    $12.95
  • EJ's Special Layered Sundae

    $12.95
  • Banana Split

    $12.95
  • Hot Fudge Sundae

    $12.95
  • Homemade Chocolate Fudge Brownie

    $5.95

non-alcoholic

  • Chocolate Covered Strawberry Milkshake

    $11.95
  • EJ's Hand Scooped Milkshake

    $9.95
seed menu intel/ updated 2d ago

Neighborhood story

One highlighted reviewer frames EJ's as an Upper East Side fixture for local regulars, especially at the counter.

editorial/ updated 2d ago

Good to know

  • Busiest on Fridays and Tuesdays.
  • Menu leans toward classic diner fare with large portions.
Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 2d ago

Fast facts

  • EJ's has 6,357 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird days are Saturday and Tuesday.
  • Google shows a 4.2 rating from 1,438 reviews.
  • Highlighted reviewers praise counter service from Kazi.
  • Matzo ball soup appears in both highlighted five-star reviews.
editorial/ updated 2d ago

Did you know

EJ's has logged 6,357 Blackbird check-ins, with Saturday and Tuesday standing out as its busiest days.

editorial/ updated 2d ago
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FAQ

How popular is EJ's Luncheonette?

EJ's Luncheonette has logged 6,357 check ins on Blackbird.

When is EJ's Luncheonette busiest?

EJ's Luncheonette is busiest on Sunday mornings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does EJ's Luncheonette serve?

EJ's Luncheonette serves 10X Coffee Club and Diner cuisine.

How expensive is EJ's Luncheonette?

EJ's Luncheonette is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at EJ's Luncheonette?

Download the Blackbird app, visit EJ's Luncheonette in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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