Zack G.
7/13/2025
Historic diner that has been in the same location for almost 100-years The space is very small, and there is apparently usually a sizable line to get in, however I came with a group of 4 at 11 AM...
Lexington Candy Shop
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1226 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10028
Lexington Candy Shop is the last remaining authentic NYC Luncheonette established and family owned since 1925 and serving breakfast, lunch, and classic American fare all day! For drinks - serving THE best milkshakes, malts, egg creams, fresh squeezed juices, and THE best lemonade! For breakfast- serving eggs made in pans, cinnamon raisin french toast and pancakes. For lunch- serving angus burgers, sliders, sandwiches (including a great grilled cheese) and salads. Kid friendly! Open 7am-7pm mon-sat and on sunday 8am- 6 pm. Located just 3 blocks from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Come take a step back in time!
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3.0476 reviews
Scott E.
9/24/2025
The fountain drinks were really good (I had a lime Rickey). Mozzarella Burger was just OK. Including fries would've been nice. Service was not particularly good. Fun atmosphere but not much else.
Kate N.
9/22/2025
Lexington Candy Shop is a great place to go for the experience of going to a still standing restaurant, 100 years later. However, the food and beverages as a whole are very underwhelming and kinda...
michael a.
10/19/2025
I been meaning to visit this place for years so I finally got around to it. Love that it still looks old school it's a no frills diner. It has very tight seating and limited as well. I ordered a...
Andrew R.
7/12/2025
This 97-year-old NYC diner still serves their Coke the old fashioned way. Unfortunately the old fashioned Coke is not actually that good and it'll cost you over $15 for a float. I had a cherry...
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