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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

. One dish was not to the liking of the diner and it was replaaced without fuss.nor bother. Typical diner food plenty aand well presented. All good and fine. However, when the bill arrived we were all surprised to see that the cred it card...charge to the business was charged to us! Quite surorised. Now, apart from the cost of the meaj is added 18pct tax,tip and now credit card wnhich omakes eating out more expensive.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed October 26, 2022 via mobile

Excellent wholesome simple food, all tastes covered Substantial European as well as American fare US portions Fresh juice Well priced

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 16, 2022

In the U.K. we'd call the Malibu a greasy spoon, in the U.S. they are diners, and this is a good, old school, example. When I first visited New York in the early 1990s there were many diners, however, they seem to be a vanishing...site on the streets of Manhattan these days. I went to Malibu for breakfast three times on my recent visit as I was staying across the road at the Hotel Chelsea, I had omelette each time and it was fine; nothing special, but, fine. The service was pleasant, attentive and the food arrived swiftly on my table. My only real issue was that I found it very expensive for what it was; $15.95 for an omelette plus 22% service added. This is pricy for us Brits even without Prime Minister Truss' Kamikaze economic policies. Call me old fashioned, but I feel this type of establishment and this type of food should be better value for money. I would like to add that I had the absolute pleasure of meeting George on one of my visits to Malibu - George should be Landmarked! He is just simply New York! And so, to sum up, food pricey but George, priceless.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed August 23, 2022

We had a dinner and a breakfast here. Excellent food, generous servings and proper, unpretentious friendly service. Full of locals which says it all. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed July 19, 2022 via mobile

NOT RECOMMENDED - TRY DOMINOES PIZZA ACROSS THE STREET. Went late. They were open, unfortunately. Had read "good" reviews. Have to wonder if these were fake! Saw others from hotel there so went in. Ordered pasta, chicken quesadila, chicken fingers/fries and pina colada. Drink was...horrible. Food was tasteless, left most of it. Bill over $100. Back at hotel. Severe stomach pains. Please do yourself a favor and eat elsewhere.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed June 15, 2022 via mobile

Hey I'm an Air Force veteran,  having served over 25 years in the military.   I called this restaurant on today (6/15/2022), to discuss the condition and improper placement of the United States flag.   The person that answered the phone was very rude and wouldn't address...my concerns.   I asked that you not support this establishment until they place the United States flag in it's proper position.   No flag should be to the right of the American Flag, or larger than the American Flag.    Chief Master Sergeant KnowltonMore

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed June 12, 2022 via mobile

The wait staff was excellent, but both my Greek Benedict was only fair with yesterday’s potatoes and my husband’s sausage biscuit lacking sausage but plenty of potatoes. They had good coffee and orange juice.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed June 6, 2022

Was in NYC and needed breakfast and settled on the Malibu Diner. What a great choice. We n sooner sat down and the waitress was taking our drink orders and providing menus etc. Every member of the staff stopped to say good morning and asked...if we needed anything. Food was ordered and delivered quickly despite a good size group and the local everyday business. There was a variety of breakfast from French toast to omelets to just eggs. All was delicious, waitress routinely checked on us and cleaned dishes as needed to make space on table. Just a fabulous way to start our day.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed May 25, 2022

Typical New York diner food but either prices have risen a lot over the pandemic since my last visit or this is expensive - $60-70 for breakfast for two. plus on my second visit the staff awarded themselves a tip and added 3% credit card...charge.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed May 22, 2022 via mobile

When in New York we always come here for a meal. After 3 years we managed to get back and it is as great as ever. It is a traditional diner with a great busy feel with staff always in conversation. The food is good...and plentiful portions which we always struggle to finish. The cakes all look amazing too. It never disappoints!More

Date of visit: June 2021
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Reviewed March 30, 2022

Very good place good service and food fast service . We were in NYC for a business trip very satisfying

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed December 21, 2021

We are here twice during a 4 day stay at Chelsea Savoy. Restaurant is open 24 hours and the menu selection is vast. Service was prompt and friendly...pricing was reasonable for NYC levels...

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed October 31, 2021

Your typical diner ... varied menu, reasonably fast service, decent portions. Has some decent daily specials. Good place to go if hungry.

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed October 26, 2021

We ate here twice and enjoyed both meals. Service was quick, food was tasty, and coffee was hot and constantly refilled. The prices were a little high, but, hey, it's NYC so we weren't surprised. They had outside seating and spacious inside booths. Checked for...vaccination status.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed October 7, 2021 via mobile

The food was fresh and service excellent. We Visited here because of its 24hr operations. Our times had not adjusted and we were hungry at 10:30pm local. The food was fresh, prices reasonable and menu varied. The staff was super friendly and helpful so much...so that we revisited daily for breakfast 3 days in a row,More

Date of visit: October 2021
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You'll need to contact the diner. I was a patron. Sorry I don't remember if their were GF items on menu.
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