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Ellen's Stardust Diner

Diner and Performing Arts Venue$$$$

Theater District, New York

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"Singing waitstaff, tasty food, great atmosphere."(7 Tips)
"... while listening to the singing wait staff!! My daughter loves their Red Velvet Cake..."(8 Tips)
"Great place to take the kids for breakfast and Broadway show tunes."(8 Tips)
"Awesome mozzarella triangles, waffle fries, and grilled cheese."(8 Tips)

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Jonathan SmithDecember 3, 2017
I got horribly sick after eating there. No one else in our group got sick but I spent the next day in bed. We enjoyed the entertainment but I paid dearly for it.
Skye SheffeldOctober 23, 2015
Food not that great, and pricy but the entertainment was ahhhmazing!! Totally makes up for where the food leaves off...
AshleyOctober 2, 2012
Maria is the best waitress! She's amazing.
Rajeev RavindranathanOctober 1, 2011
bright, loud, noisy, fun. if that's how you like breakfast, visit!
Alex McCoyMarch 26, 2013
LONG lines to get in, but they move pretty quick.
Daira BrayleyJune 8, 2012
The food is good and it's super loud cuz everyone sings do don't go if u want a quiet meal
Colin WhiteSeptember 13, 2015
Delicious waffle fries.
Jack AaronsonMay 23, 2012
Go when Erik E. is working. He's the best!
Drew WashingtonAugust 30, 2011
Wow...noisey but damn, these people are talented!! Food is ovrpriced and could use some improvement, but the servers are very amusing!!
LindsayeJune 2, 2017
So much fun! Food is just ok. Prices are high.
Chenell BatesAugust 18, 2012
You will love it they sing to u
Cindy C BlakisSeptember 20, 2014
While waiting for a table we saw a waterbug greet another table. Needless to say we didn't stay.
Marley MarxDecember 1, 2011
Not only are the food great but theres a lot of talented singers! :)
Sergio OchoaDecember 10, 2013
Try the "Cheese" Cake -
Heather TruckenmillerAugust 10, 2014
Love the live performances!
Sarah HaydenSeptember 10, 2014
Dee-licious brisket and reuben :)
Elizabeth HolzMarch 7, 2015
An amazing experience!
Laura GottschalkApril 11, 2012
Not only do you get serenaded but you also get good food lol
Peeda WeeMarch 18, 2016
The singing and milkshakes
Justin AnastosJanuary 11, 2023
Don't come here with a hangover. I can't overstate how loud the singing is.
QTCDN 🌻July 12, 2012
The servers are great people and fantastic performers but the device is terrible
Ane Katrine ApelOctober 22, 2022
You leave the place dancing
Emi La MaJanuary 19, 2016
I love this place!!!
Shannon OstendorfSeptember 4, 2011
Definitely check this out! Live entertainment while you eat!
John LangwellMarch 28, 2011
Must try the Everything but the kitchen sink big enough for 4 people
Angie Arnett-MandellaAugust 31, 2013
It's more than breakfast.... It's an experience!
Lori SSeptember 7, 2013
Not a fan of the weird 80s rebrand. I miss the poodle skirts and bowling shirts!
Niko PelzSeptember 23, 2016
Typical tourist spot. Don't go there at dinner-time to avoid waiting in the queue.
Emma KarpinskiApril 18, 2012
So much fun, katherine hepburn salad was great!
Linnie DFebruary 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Apple pie a la mode is the best!
BeccaJuly 6, 2012
This is the best diner ever :D so freaking cool :O
Rhonda WoodsFebruary 19, 2013
Don't forget to tip the singers.
BLOUIN ARTINFOJune 29, 2011
Make sure to get a table on the main floor!
Alicia Myers-McCoyApril 28, 2013
Mac'n'cheese bites are bangin!!!
BuseJuly 20, 2014
Love me tender & give me a ring 👌
Veronika GuillenNovember 17, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The food is average but The show is everything.
Matt VigodaSeptember 5, 2011
Bring a jacket! You have to be a penguin to stay in here.
Stella RicciJune 4, 2013
The staff is the main attraction because the food certainly isn't.
Shannon CoulsonNovember 19, 2014
So kitschy and fun
Zoe SchwartzSeptember 10, 2015
Music Man is better no offense I wasn't a huge fan of their food
Rebecca ReedDecember 30, 2010
I LOVE THIS PLACE! GOOD FOOD, SINGING, AND MUSIC!
Daniele LoconteSeptember 23, 2012
A place any NY visitor should go to!!
Shoug AlebrahimFebruary 22, 2014
Best diner in NY!!!
Rick FischerOctober 10, 2011
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Sebastian CruzNovember 25, 2014
Wonderfull place ..!!!
Özgür SüyelDecember 25, 2014
Omelette and juices
Hanne BeckOctober 2, 2019
The biggest tourist trap in NY. Just dont go! Pricy baaad food, bad sound, feels dirty and unfortunately not to good singers either.
Heather SciaccaMay 11, 2010
Talented singing waitstaff! Make sure to get a table on the main floor.
Trae FJuly 22, 2016
Families only please.
matt handlerFebruary 18, 2017
so loud, too loud

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