A standout East Village burger joint, also celebrated for "insane" mozz sticks and crispy fries.
This East Village spot is a must-visit for burger aficionados, with many declaring it one of the city's best. Beyond the star burger, diners rave about the 'insane' mozzarella sticks and perfectly crispy fries. It's a celebrated destination for classic American comfort food, making it a reliable choice for a satisfying meal.
The restaurant is highly acclaimed for its American cuisine, particularly its burgers, which many consider among the best in the city. Other popular items include mozzarella sticks with an impressive cheese pull, well-prepared Caesar salad, crispy fries, and mortadella sandwiches. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, one user found the burger to be dry and mediocre.
"The restaurant is highly recommended for its exceptional burger, noted as one of the best in the city. Other praised dishes include mozzarella sticks, fries, Caesar salad, and mortadella sandwiches."
Customers generally have a very positive experience, frequently praising the restaurant for its exceptional burger and other American comfort foods. The atmosphere and overall quality are often highlighted as reasons for repeat visits.
Important Note
The restaurant is walk-in only.
"The Lions Bar in the East Village is recommended for its amazing food, including one of the best burgers in the city. Beers are under $10, while cocktails are around $17-$18."
Positive"The Lion's Bar is considered a strong contender, following Virginia's and Hoexter's."
Positive"The Lions Bar is listed as a good burger option, alongside Red Hook Tavern and Minetta."
Positive"This user agrees that The Lions generally serves good food."
Positive"The Lions in the East Village is mentioned as having a 'damn good' mortadella sandwich."
Positive"Rolo's is mentioned for its mortadella, which the commenter uses to DIY their own sandwiches. The Lions is also mentioned for its mortadella."
Positive"The user agrees with the recommendation for The Lion's Bar and Grill, stating it is very good, even if not the absolute best."
Positive"The user highly recommends The Lion's Bar and Grill in the East Village, praising both their amazing burger and their martinis."
Positive"Author mentions The Lions in EV serves linguine and clams (referred to as 'one'). While not the absolute best, it's 'very good' with a 'great portion,' 'hits the spot,' and offers outdoor seating."
Positive"States Lion’s (likely The Lion's Bar and Grill) is one of their favorites in the city, noting its $19 burger."
Positive"Recommends The Lion’s Bar and Grill."
Positive"User bruiserbrody45 also lists The Lions as a go-to spot when not planning ahead."
Positive"Found The Lion's Bar burger dry and mid (mediocre)."
Negative"Recommends The Lion's Bar in the East Village."
Positive"Recommends The Lion’s Bar and Grill for burgers."
Positive"the lions bar in the east village!"
Positive"Not lions as I’ve been (also fantastic) and this was well before that time."
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