Corner Bistro

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331 W 4th St (at Jane Street and 8th Avenue)
New York, NY 10014

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(212) 242-9502
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Corner Bistro - New York, NY
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Corner Bistro - New York, NY
Corner Bistro - New York, NY
Corner Bistro - New York, NY
Corner Bistro - New York, NY
Corner Bistro - New York, NY
Corner Bistro - New York, NY
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Best burgers. Go for it

Worst

I am actually surprised & disappointed that Dewey/Gayle have bought into this ""hype"".The burgers can be described simply as:Ground Beef Lettuce Tomato Onion Bun Self-inflicted ...

simply the best 7/29/2002

While the long wait for a table can be a pain, the burgers are the best--plain and simple. And the price is definitely right. Pros: inexpensive, consistent Cons: crowded more
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9 7/29/2002

You are guaranteed an inexpensive delicious and fun bite to eat. While the last few times I've been I'v left in a food coma, its well worth the painful roll home. Wear elastic and come hungry. Pros: inexpensive, fun friendly people more
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No cutting in line 7/29/2002

Nothing is better than sliding into a hard wood booth, sipping a $2 ale, and knowing exactly what to order before you sit down. Corner Bistro is the only restaurant in NYC where I don't have to look at the menu and toil over what to order. The hamburgers are fresh, hot off the griddle, and served aside perfectly crispy, not greasy french fries. I love slathering everything in the spicy brown mustard they have. And the waiters are always astute and put line jumpers back in their place. more
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Cheap Yes, Good NO! 7/25/2002

If you are 20 years old and have no money this is a great place to go, as the prices are basically what McDonalds charge. The atmosphere is fun, but the burgers are lousy. Pros: Cheap Cons: Food more
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burgers made in heaven 7/24/2002

if your idea of having a great time is hanging out at a cool joint, throwing back a couple of beers and eating awesome burgers, this is the place for you. Granted, the wait is long, but go when you are not too hungry, stand in line for a bit. By the time you get to the table, it'll have been WELL worth the wait. Pros: awesome burgers, fun atmosphere, so affordable Cons: long wait more
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A Mouth-Watering Step Back in Time 7/24/2002

Fabulous burgers----when the waiter brought the check, we told him to hold onto it so we could order twice! Best, juicy, not-too-tightly packed, meaty burgers oozing delectable juice--not grizzle or fat! Tasty, fresh onions, Heinz Ketchup and cold beer or Coke in a glass mug. The place was full of locals/regulars and the wood bar and decor is a throw back to the last century! My new favorite REAL New Yorky place! Perfectly nice staff too! Pros: Delectable burgers, old-NYC local charm, friendly service more
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Perfect, simply perfect 7/23/2002

Corner Bistro is NYC burger perfection. The perfectly packed double broiled chuck, literally drips with goodness. The meat melts in your mouth like filet mingon, and keeps with you to until you cleanse your pallet will a well-deserved mug of the good stuff. The fries are a la carte, and just Ok, but they're really just taking up valuable stomach real estate that could be saved for another helping of prime chuck. You have only 3 options, plain burger, cheeseburger, and bistro burger (BLT cheeseburger) but any more would only take away from the sublime perfection that is the corner bistro pattie. Pros: Inexpensive, superb food, cool and Divy Cons: Crowded, Small, Lon wait for table more
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best in the city 7/23/2002

In terms of burgers, there is no other place you should go in the city. It's always crowded here and the burgers are always well worth the wait. This place is a must for anyone is not a vegetarian. Pros: inexpensive more
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Best Overall 7/21/2002

This is the best ""package"" burger experience in town. Other places may have better burgers. or fries, or beer, but no place pulls it all together in a charming Village location like Corner Bistro. Go. Just don't take too long at your table and make the wait longer for the rest of us. Pros: food, location, wood tables Cons: long wait more
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Best burger. Ever. Really. 7/18/2002

I am a skeptic, always have been and always will be. But this is the best burger in town. The place, admittedly, looks like a hole...it's smoky, dirty, and loud. The locals seem hostile (rightfully so...this place is the worst kept secret in town), and the lines get long. But once you sit down, things are OK. A surly waiter takes your order, which unless you're clueless, is a Bistro Burger and fries. You'll barely have time to check out the amazing jukebox (full of jazz classics befitting an old Village bar, which this is) before your burger arrives. And what a burger...thick, amazingly juicy, and never burnt on the outside, with just a little seasoning. Piled so high with cheese, thick crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onions that you'll have to squish it before attempting to eat it. Perfectly complimented by the shoestring fries, it simply gets no better. Pros: Best burger. Ever., Cheap., Cool vibe. Cons: Always packed., Hostile locals. more
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BURGERS ARE THE BEST AT THE CORN 7/18/2002

CORNER BISTRO SERVES THE BEST BURGER IN NYC HANDS DOWN. THE BURGERS ARE ALWAYS COOKED TO FLAVORFUL PERFECTION AND GO BEST WITH A NICE BEER. Pros: EXCELLENT FOOD Cons: ALWAYS A WAIT more
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Great burgers! 7/18/2002

Just plain god burgers and fries. Seating at lunch time is definitely tight, but you can usually find a spot at the bar. Pros: food, cheap Cons: seating more
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Corner? Hell Yeah! 7/17/2002

I have been a devoted Bistro regular for more than a year now because it's a bar, nothing more. These are the things any good bar should have: A great jukebox (check), a great bartender (Jeff's great, check), and great food (check). Nothing more, nothing less. Add to that ridiculously low prices (I've heard the owner owns the building and doesn't need to rake in the cash) and it's almost always worth a visit. The $2 glasses of McSorelys slip into the gullet like satin, and the crusty neighborhood regulars are always good for a laugh. That said, the worst thing about the Bistro is that it's ridiculously packed any time between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m. I try to go there after I've been out for the night to top off my drunk. Anyhow, it's not for everyone, but those who like it will always return. Pros: Food, Beer, Inexpensive Cons: Packed, Small more
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what else can you ask for? 7/12/2002

Burger is fabulous, it's a heart attack on a plate but it is soo worth the wait, the hard to find location, and the cramped seating. CHeap beer, bistro burger is delicious and it is a smoking restaurant. i really can't complain. Pros: bistro burger, yay smoking!, cheap beer Cons: small, long wait, longlong wait more
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Okey burger 7/10/2002

Burger was better than the usual fast food and greek diner grub. But is it the best? No. I have no idea why people or posers think this is the best burger in NYC. The best burger I had was in the Upper Eastside cafe/ diner on Lexington Avenue on 64-65 street. more
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When u just gotta have beef 7/3/2002

The absolute best burger in Manhattan..my only gripe is that they dont offer cheddar cheeseburgers, only American for those who're picky like me. When you're really hungry, go for the Chiliburger..YUM Pros: best burger, best value Cons: very crowded more
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solid burger joint 6/23/2002

really solid burgers, and they serve till 3 or 3:30 in the morning. waiter is slow, so order everything at once when you have a chance. in fact, double your drink order because you probably woin't get a chance to order a second time. actually, if there's a bar stool open, ust sit at the bar for the best service. Pros: juicy big burgers, cheap cold beer Cons: slow service more
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just average place 6/13/2002

Folks, don't even bother yourselves to go there. This place is just nooooooot goooood. Cons: enviroment, food, service more
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Burger Brainwashing.... 6/3/2002

I think the owners of the corner bistro must be posting all these positive reviews...I can't believe how many people consider this place the creme de la creme of burger joints. I went once a couple of years ago and never had the desire to go back. I don't want to dis the place but they do not deserve to be so highly praised all the time. I am convinced it has something to do with the fact that people must get liquored up while they are there and the chef could fry some cat food and people would eat it up and applaud. All bar food tastes good after you have been drinking. Stop the insanity! more
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If you don't like burgers 5/30/2002

this is not your place. This may seem obvious, but for anyone likely to be dragged here by others, let me give you fair warning. Though I am told by many the burgers are good, there are no other charms to be found here. The non-burger menu items--grilled cheese, grilled chicken--are disappointing. And it's dark, dirty and frequented by cockroaches. Pros: Good burgers Cons: Dirty more
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  • Corner Bistro, the last of the bohemian bars in West Greenwich Village, has been serving customers since the earlier part of this century. The original ambience is pretty much unchanged, and we like to keep it that way.

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  • A classic tavern: During the day, delivery people on lunch break share space at the bar with smartly dressed neighborhood professionals. To avoid an overcrowded back room packed with baseball...

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Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30am-4am Sun 12pm-4am
  • Payments: Cash
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, West Village
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