Big Daddy's
(Now Closed)Diner and American Restaurant$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
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Zaphiria ZallasMarch 16, 2015Their shakes are a pure taste of heaven. My favorite is the Orange creamiscle but don't leave without getting a slice of chocolate cake. It comes with milk, however which way you like it.
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Elizabeth GrzebieluchaJuly 18, 2013Ask for Jackie!!! She is the best waitress I have had in NYC in so long! I got the Pinch me cake and it was delicious! Totally worth it! If you are in the UWS it is a great spot to stop for any meal!Upvote5Downvote- Zaphiria ZallasMarch 15, 2015I've been waiting to come here for months and now it's my Saturday Night hotspot. I love everything here. Breakfast at night, best French toast, love the tots, servers are sweet and patient! ❤IT
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Mel JJune 15, 2018I got an omelette I think it was called the 4. I added chicken and it was huge. I had tots and it was very filling. Prices are fair for New York. It took them a bit to get to me. The manager was nice.
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Awesome service and fun environment Jackie and Terry are the best waitress and waiter by far always a pleasure having them serving me and my dad the pumpkin waffle with apples and whip cream
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Ben GAugust 30, 2014I'm a little upset that a sandwich with a name as stupid as "Chicken-lickin Sandy" is actually delicious. The whole place reminds me of a Denny's redesigned by a birthday clown.Upvote2Downvote
Mariana MAugust 27, 2015I got in because its decoration, so American! And I decided to ask for something I'd never found in Argentina. It was crispy chicken on waffles. Fortunately for me, it was very good.UpvoteDownvote
Allan HarrisFebruary 19, 2019Great regular and adult shakes - try the Ralph Macchiato, the coffee karate kid doesn't disappoint. Fun and inventive diner menu with breakfast all day...UpvoteDownvote
Emahn ErvingJanuary 2, 2015The birthday cake milkshake is to die for. Pieces of cake throughout. The Grand Daddy burger was delicious. Their buns are exceptional so any burger will doUpvoteDownvote
Jessica BishopFebruary 23, 2014All day everyday - $12 bottomless mimosas, screwdrivers or bloody Mary's.Upvote3Downvote
UzoNYCMay 25, 2014Keep it simple, stupid. You come here because you want great tasting food that's not good for you. Judge it on that, and you'll love it.UpvoteDownvote
John FelicettiOctober 25, 2015The light lunch during weekdays (half sandwich and soup) is great for dinner too. Just enough food.UpvoteDownvote
Crystal WardFebruary 9, 2015Great Decor and Always Favor of the Month, Pancakes and Milkshakes ;)
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Come in for happy hour everyday 4pm til 7pm. And milkshake happy hour monday through friday 3pm til 5pm. Great deals on mondays and fridays as wellUpvoteDownvote- Mara KiltsSeptember 4, 2011Mac and cheese on a burger! Need I say more? And the decor is fabulous, the wall paper in the back is a hodge-podge of 80's and 90's tv show themes.UpvoteDownvote
Try the Real Mccoy Burger - Bacon cheeseburger with mac and cheese. Side of tots. Not the healthiest, but one of the most delicious!Upvote1Downvote
JannieJuly 19, 2013Must have the fried chicken basket, a Barbie milkshake, and if you have room, the chocolate chunk pancakes!UpvoteDownvote- Half price fried chicken fridays yummm... Or cool off with ur first draft beer for 3dollars with a burger. And who can forget happy hour for adults til 7pmUpvoteDownvote
LeAnna ChristiansenFebruary 24, 2015I want to live here. Generous portions and great atmosphere. A must for 90's kids.UpvoteDownvote
Meghan DeMariaMay 12, 2019Great diner food on the UWS! Pancakes and shakes are perfect.UpvoteDownvote
Tiffany StokerMay 24, 2012I love this place for breakfast. I've never been disappointed. Fun child like atmosphere. Overpriced? Mm no. It's new York. Get over the prices already.UpvoteDownvote- Come mondays half price mac and cheese milkshake happy hour 3pm to 5pm mon thru friday and happy hour for adults 4pm til 7pm all weekUpvoteDownvote
Jake SmithFebruary 21, 2012Interesting decor plus delicious menu items equals a great dining experience. Make sure you try a milkshake, at least.Upvote1Downvote
N MartinAugust 27, 2014a little more pricey than the one in union square but same good food and drink dealsUpvoteDownvote
Eileen RiveraAugust 24, 2013Don't fall for the fried chicken Fridays here! It's only a basket, not a bucket, and is only a half chicken. And it's not even that good. Good breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches. Fried chicken = fail.Upvote1Downvote
- Every monday half price large mac and cheese, and enjoy a nice cold refreshing draft beer with a burger, 1st draft 3dollarsUpvoteDownvote
Bum Bum JonesJuly 24, 2013Sit by the window and people watch while enjoying a Grandaddy Burger!Upvote1Downvote
- Try the Yoga Bear Blend Smoothie - Strawberry, banana and mango. Perfection.UpvoteDownvote
SummerMay 30, 2012I love the tots! The veggie burger is wonderful! Come for the trivia and win with Raffael!UpvoteDownvote
E SAugust 8, 2014The burgers are insane and the mozzarella sticks are MOZZARELLA STICKSUpvoteDownvote
Every time we've been here the service has been incredibly slow. Not a great place if you want to zip in and out. Kids tend to get a bit nuts by the overstimulating environment.UpvoteDownvote
Stacey RSeptember 3, 2011Great delivery guy. Perfect comfort food. Forgot my salad and in ten mins brought back an extra. Will order again.UpvoteDownvote
- Best burger in town come try one with. Shake or a 3dollar draftUpvote3Downvote
ManNY FrescoMarch 17, 2013Bad boy burger... Bacon and cheddar cheese with cheese fries... Yummy
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Have been here over half an hour and still haven't received my first drink...big fail for their boozy brunch special...UpvoteDownvote
They have revamped the menu again. Still deciding if I like the changes. But you can't sub turkey on the reuben sandwich even though they sell turkey sandwiches? Lame.Upvote1Downvote
Eric FriedmanMay 30, 2015Lots of outdoor seating and great for kids. Food is so-so but not a long wait and lots of options.UpvoteDownvote
Sandy CampbellOctober 14, 2012Pancakes LOOK impressive, but they're not. At all. They could be cooked in the air. No crispiness, no taste, no texture. They're just dry and fall apart. McD's steamed pancakes have more taste.
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Symphony SpaceJune 22, 2011Symphony Space members get a 10% discount on the entire bill at Big Daddy's Diner. Sign up and save!UpvoteDownvote
Kevin LMay 22, 2010Ordered the Kitchen Sink Salad ... totally big enough for 2 people. The sweet potato fries were amazing. Don't go if you want to have a serious conversation with anyone, it can be loud in there.Upvote1Downvote
Carley KSeptember 29, 2010Definatly get the nachos...oh and the shakes.. And the veggie burger..actully everything is good. :)UpvoteDownvote
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Big Daddy's is a twist on the classic American dinner. We are...(Show more)
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- Mon–Thu
- 8:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 8:00 AM–11:59 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 677-2004
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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