Tribeca classic w/ popular brunch & comfort food faves like fluffy pancakes, biscuits & burgers. Underrated weeknight dinner option.
Bryan Kim reviews Bubby's, a Tribeca staple since 1990, known for its popular brunch and comforting American dishes like pancakes, biscuits, and burgers. It's also an underrated weeknight option.
Since 1990, this Tribeca establishment has been a beloved spot, particularly for its weekend brunch that draws consistent crowds. Beyond the popular pancakes, biscuits, and burgers, it offers comforting American dishes perfect for a casual dinner or a weeknight meal. The rustic farmhouse decor adds to the cozy ambiance, making it a reliable choice for a satisfying meal.
This American restaurant is celebrated for its brunch, with highly recommended pancakes, biscuits, and home fries. It also offers well-regarded burgers and a hot chicken sandwich. Pies are also a popular dessert option, with the banoffee and peanut butter chocolate pies being favorites. While many enjoy the comfort food, some find the prices high and question the value, particularly for the pancakes.
"Customers frequently praise the pancakes, biscuits with sausage gravy, and burgers. The hot chicken sandwich and various pies, particularly the banoffee and peanut butter chocolate, are also highlighted as good choices."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, praising its popular brunch items like pancakes and biscuits, and also recommending it for American comfort food and burgers. However, some express concerns about pricing and wait times.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest the restaurant can be expensive and may have long wait times, especially during peak brunch hours. There are also conflicting opinions on the quality of the pancakes and whether the restaurant lives up to its hype.
"Bubby's was mentioned as a recommendation in a list of restaurants."
Positive"The user is a fan of the Chocolate Peanut Butter pie at Bubby's."
Positive"The commenter recommended Bubby's in Tribeca as a local diner option that would be suitable for kids."
Positive"A NYC native recommended getting a full-fledged brunch at Bubbie's next time, stating it would not be regretted."
Positive"While the boyfriend's hot chocolate was unremarkable, the author raved about the pickle bloody mary, finding it exceptionally delicious and memorable."
Positive"The original poster considered Bubby's as a possibility, having enjoyed brunch there previously."
Neutral"Suggests skipping Bubby's altogether and starting the Brooklyn food crawl earlier at Radio Bakery."
Negative"Advises skipping Bubby's, suggesting that while it's on the itinerary, there's 'no real reason' to go there. It's recommended to prioritize more perishable items instead."
Negative"Recommends skipping Bubby's as part of the Brooklyn food crawl, suggesting Golden Diner or Clinton St as better alternatives."
Negative"Bubby's is mentioned as an option, with the advice to go to Locanda Verde if the line is too long."
Neutral"Bubby's is considered not worth waiting in line for."
Negative"Bubby's is listed as a place to get pancakes."
Positive"Bubby's is mentioned as a place that might not be a first choice, as it's described as shtick-y and people love that, but you won't hate it if you go."
Neutral"The commenter dislikes Bubby's pancakes, finding them hard to swallow due to their texture and lack of toppings, and not worth the wait."
Negative"Bubby's is walk-in only on Saturdays, and it's recommended to arrive by 8 am to avoid a long line."
Neutral"The user has Bubby's listed as a breakfast option in Tribeca for Day 2 of their trip."
Neutral"Bubby's in Tribeca advertises that they have a homemade root beer, but the user has not personally tried it."
Neutral"Bubby's is mentioned as a potential option as they have 'homemade sodas' on their menu, though the user has not tried them."
Neutral"Bubby's is recommended for pancakes, noting that it often has a line and suggesting an early visit."
Positive"Bubby's pies are listed as a favorite, if willing to travel to Manhattan."
Positive
