Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 288-0057
Address: 1226 LEXINGTON AVENUE 10028
Retro soda fountain & diner w/ classic American eats. Nostalgic vibes, but mixed reviews.
Step back in time at this classic Upper East Side luncheonette, a cherished spot for nostalgic diner fare and old-fashioned soda fountain treats. While it retains its charm and offers comforting classics, recent reviews suggest a divided opinion on its current quality and value.
The menu offers classic American diner food, with mentions of burgers, tuna melts, and particularly praised soda fountain items like floats and lime rickeys. However, there are strong negative comments regarding blandness, small portions, and even a disturbing report of a cockroach sighting.
"Old-fashioned soda fountain treats like floats and lime rickeys are frequently recommended and praised for their nostalgic appeal."
Customer feedback is sharply divided, with some praising its old-school charm and treats, while others cite significant issues like cleanliness and bland food, with some labeling it a 'TikTok tourist trap'.
Important Note
There are significant negative reviews concerning cleanliness, portion size, food quality, and a potential decline in standards, with some attributing it to TikTok fame attracting tourists.
"Responding to a negative review, this user states they were there yesterday and still loved Lexington Candy Shop."
Positive"This user reports that the luncheonette at Lexington Candy Shop is no longer good, citing disappointment with recent visits, lack of home fries with breakfast, and calling it a 'tik tok tourist trap'."
Negative"This user echoes the recommendation for Lexington Candy Shop, calling it so good."
Positive"This user describes the Lexington Candy Shop on East 83rd as a good old-school diner with good food and amazing floats from an old soda fountain."
Positive"This user gives a neutral rating of 'eh' to Lexington Candy Shop."
Neutral"This user states that Lexington Candy Shop is their all-day recommendation."
Positive"Lexington Candy Shop is listed as a place that serves Cherry Lime Rickeys."
Positive"A user praises a list of recommended diners, noting they were also going to recommend Lexington Candy Shop."
Positive"Lexington Candy Shop is recommended."
Neutral"Lexington Candy Shop on the Upper East Side is described as a really cool and charming place."
Positive"The commenter confirms the presence of roaches at Lex Candy Shop and describes the place as nasty and overpriced."
Negative"The commenter states that the owner of Lexington Soda Shop is a "dickhead.""
Negative"The reviewer suggests to "absolute skip" this place, citing a cockroach sighting while eating, small portions, and bland food."
Negative"A commenter recommends Lexington Candy Shop on the Upper East Side, highlighting its well-maintained nostalgic atmosphere based on its website description."
Positive"Recommends Lexington Candy Shop (three blocks from the Met) as a cool, old-school soda fountain. Warns it might be crowded due to TikTok fame."
Positive"Mentions Lexington Candy Shop, a diner, is located near the Met."
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