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“Lost its sparkle. Dirty, over priced, poor food, poor service service”

Ellen's Stardust Diner
Ranked #755 of 15,098 Restaurants in New York City
Price range: $27 - $35
Cuisines: American, Diner, Deli
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Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, After-hours, Delivery, Reservations, Takeout
Neighbourhood: Midtown
Description: Ellen's Stardust Diner is a retro 1950s theme restaurant located at 1650 Broadway on the southeast corner of 51st Street in Theater District, Manhattan, New York City. The diner is regarded as one of the best theme restaurants in New York. The 1950s-themed eatery is home to its singing waitstaff known as (”Stardusters”). Ellen’s Stardust Diner has since served as the launching pad for many of its waiters/vocalists who have gone on to success in Broadway musicals and touring companies, domestic & international. Our retro 1950s-themed diner is filled with nostalgic memorabilia including the famous “Miss Subways” gallery honoring the beauty queens of a bygone era.
Reviewed 8 November 2024 via mobile

Have been coming here for 30 years. It was a great experience but has certainly lost its sparkle. Will need go back again - just awful

Date of visit: November 2024
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Reviewed 8 November 2024

We loved Ellen's! There was a queue outside but we honestly didn't even have to wait more than 5 minutes. Don't be put off by the queue. We got a great seat upstairs looking over the diner. We didn't feel rushed to leave. The price was reasonable to say you are getting a show in addition to your dinner! The food was good. I would definitely go back.

Date of visit: September 2024
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Thank CharlottePJ
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Reviewed 6 November 2024 via mobile

The food here is great and the service is great as well. The staff singing makes a good atmosphere shout out to our server Shannon she was great.

Date of visit: November 2024
Thank stanno101
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Reviewed 6 November 2024 via mobile

Really unique experience. So worthwhile- the food & service were excellent but the highlight was the entertainment. We absolutely loved the singing, dancing & interactions between the staff. It’s clear to see how supportive they are towards each other and even at 10 in the morning they were so upbeat & cheerful.
Loved every second - that being said, bear in mind that you’re paying for the whole experience - the food & drinks are quite pricey so be prepared.

Date of visit: October 2024
Thank Cheryl P
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Reviewed 6 November 2024

Overpriced. Wanna be singers screaming in the mic while I was sitting at the bar solo. Added a 20% gratuity to the bill without comment and then expect a tip on top! Plus tips for the mediocre singers. Awful experience. Maybe millionaire Ellen can pay you better. What a joke.

Date of visit: November 2024
1  Thank Diane P
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