A fast-casual offshoot of P.J. Clarke’s, this Midtown East counter-serve has a retro look inspired by old New York delicatessens and soda shops to match its inexpensive, nostalgia-driven menu of American classics like burgers, hot dogs and Dixie-style ice cream cups; reminisce from one of the bar-height communal tables while listening to jukebox classics or go modern and order online.
Maybe it “could be better”, but this “messy burger” mini-chain does dispatch “above-average” patties and fries for “decent” dough; “nonexistent decor”, “disorganized” service and “long wait times” are the trade-offs.
Burger mini-chain specializes in fresh toppings and fries cooked without trans fat. Read More
Storied P.J. Clarke's drops a burger spinoff for those who can't sweat two-hour lunches. Crisp, tall-ceilinged space sees pine beams and white tiled walls. Beef comes from a Pennsylvania farm; toppers range from charred green chiles or garlic aioli to farmer's gouda and black bacon. Bánh mì hot dog topped with shredded carrot and Srirachi mayo? Check. Tater tots. Milkshakes. Productive afternoons?