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J.G. Melon


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4.5 of 5 stars 75 ratings
75 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#283 of 6,759 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: American
  • Price range*: $21-$30
  • Neighborhood: Upper East Side
  • Address: 1291 3rd Ave, New York City, NY 10021-3301
  • Phone:  (212) 650-1310
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 28, 2008

Known for NYC best burgers, this UES pub favorite's overpriced unexceptional burgers (by SoCal standards) and cash-only policy disappoint true burger connoisseurs. There is only one In-N-Out! Try the Cottage Fries. $$ more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 23, 2008

Everyone raves about their burgers; I'm a bit on the fence. To me their just average. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 30, 2008

Great burgers and fries; bar more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 17, 2008

Best burger in the city, just the right size..you may need to it quick to avoid all the juices from wrecking the bread..and the cottage fries rocks!! more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 22, 2008

Close call but gets my vote for best burger in town. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 15, 2008

Good hamburger, Juicy ! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 8, 2008

Your typical Tavern where burgers and beer are staples. Popular among upper-east-side locals, there's always a wait for a table. The burgers are juicy - I'll give 'em that much, but worth an hours wait...I say nay. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 28, 2008

Burger's and Bloody Mary's more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 26, 2008

Forget about Corner Bistro. This is a 5 napkin burger with juices flowing. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 23, 2008

Delicious burgers, chili, and cottage fries. more

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J.G. Melon Address

1291 3rd Ave, New York City, NY 10021-3301
Tel: (212) 650-1310
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.