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 ...

bacon! 11/10/2004

People.. what you're all missing here is the bacon... it's like a work of art. Take a peek at the deep fry thing next time you're there (under the burger grille)... They cook cook the bacon in the same grease the fries are in! This makes the bacon unbelivably delicious and crunchy, the fries have a delicious meaty bacon grease taste, and the whole place smells like bacon... Genius! Also, the burgers are pretty darn good. Pros: Bacon! more
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Make sure you're drunk while in line 11/5/2004

so that the jostling, spilled beers, and hour long wait doesn't bother you. The waiters were brusque but really efficient - they got all our orders right and even heard my quiet request for water. They serve all burgers well done regardless of what you ask for. It's cheap but I probably won't go back unless it's empty (I guess, like past reviews said, before 6 pm), which will probably never happen. Pros: Burger, Pickles, Fries Cons: , Annoying line more
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Mint Eats 10/14/2004

At 3 am this place is money to grab one more beer and a burger. The menu's are on the wall and it's just bench style tables. The place is crowded late nite from all the heads rollin drunk so you may have to wait for a table....but go to the back, you have a better shot of getting one. Can't beat the prices either. Pros: Late nite eats Cons: , when, drunk more
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Value of the Dollar 9/26/2004

Although it looks like a whole in the wall, its a cool spot for a late night burger, espcially if your in the mood to relax, but you better order two burgers if you plan on getting full....Its old fashion and thats the beauty of it. Pros: burger, decor Cons: , can be a wait more
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Depends on your expectations 8/17/2004

I finally ventured to Corner Bistro yesterday to see whether their burgers deserve the accolades lavished on them. Well, they don't. The cheeseburger I had was fine-- good, even-- but the patty was a little dry and the bun was thin and soggy. The fries were good, but identical to McDonald's version for twice the price; I don't think I would be able to tell the difference in a blind taste test. The antique feel of the pub is nifty; I didn't have to wait for one for of the ten tables at 5:45, but there was a line out the door by 6:15. Service was lacking; my coke was served in a recently washed mug and tasted vaguely of rum, and I had to flag down my waiter twice for ketchup and napkins. Corner Bistro has personality and decent food; you'll enjoy it if you don't go expecting fireworks. Pros: Good food, not great, Has personality Cons: , Long waits after 6, No credit cards more
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Best Anywhere 7/8/2004

I don't understand where some of these people get off calling the Corner Bistro not good. Look, even Peter Luger's has an off night and the steaks don't come out right. But that's part of what makes the place special...You'll wait a long time by a dark crowded bar, you might have something spilled on you but when you leave you'll understand why you did it. You also can't beat $2 beers. I'm by most accounts a CB lightweight, having only been there about 30 times. I'd say I've had a bad burger there once or twice. And it was still better than anything Jackson Hole turns out, which was an oversized soggy piece of meat and bread. Pros: Fantastic Burgers, Cheap Beers more
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Not top dog...I mean burger 7/4/2004

The burgers here are good, but I don't know how this is always rated the best. Its just a plain burger-nothing special. The french fries were really good, though. The price is definately right for both the food and the drinks. The burger is pretty tastless and doesn't have much cheese on it. The bun is a little too small, but very good. The problem is that the bun gets all soaked with the burger juice and everything starts to fall apart. If you want a better burger go to Boxers on W4 between 6th and 7th. The burgers there are way better and its not overcrowded and overrated there. The atmosphere is a lot nicer, too. It'll cost you a little more though, but you get what you pay for. Pros: Good too small bun, good fries, good prices Cons: , not very tasty burger, overrated/overcrowded more
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Too good 6/17/2004

Too many people are on to this place for a great burger. The wait sometime can be long since the place is so small. The burgers are consistently excellent fare. Pros: geat burgers, inexpensive Cons: always crowded, limited seating more
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Best Burger -- REALLY! 5/16/2004

I've been twice and both times were great. The burgers are so soft and the fries are perfectly crisp! The ambiance is typical of a pub and there's a long line. But, if you go with some friends and order a beer while you wait, it's well worth it. Pros: Fantastic burgers, inexpensive, unpretentious more
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Worst Burger in New York 5/12/2004

This is by far the worst hamburger I have ever had. I have no idea who said it was the best and why, but this person surely was raised in some sort of desparate conditions where red meat was not readily available. The burgers were dry and overcooked regardless of how they were ordered. The fries sucked and the atmosphere is a cross between MASH's Mess Tent and Animal House! Don't buy into the hype and wait 45 minutes being pushed and shoved around by drunk frat boy wanna be's in order to get possibly one of the worst meals you will ever eat. Pros: Cheap Cons: , Crowded, Service? What's that more
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Burgers aren't so good anymore.. 3/25/2004

The Corner Bistro HAD the best burgers in the city. My boyfriend and I went back recently and found the burgers to be bland and the texture was like sawdust. And the chili for the chili burger was flavorless..tasted like ground beef with tomato sauce...not chili! I don't know what they did to the burgers but they are definitely not as good as they were 2 years ago. Pros: inexpensive, unpretentious more
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Best Burger EVER! 3/21/2004

This place has got to have, hands down, the BEST burger I have ever had in my life! The atmosphere couldn't be better, and the service was outstanding -- at the time there were only two people working the entire bar, and we still got taken care of like it was a five star restaurant. Not to mention that the portions are enormous, but delectable in every way -- and the prices can't be beat. One thing, make sure you have plenty of napkins -- they're pretty greasy (but in this case greasy is good). This place deserves five stars, all the way! Pros: Outstanding food, Great service, Even better prices Cons: , Limited Seating more
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Incredibly Overrated 3/14/2004

Whats all the fuss about. Granted, the meal was a bargan by NYC standards but there was nothing special about my burger and the fries were hard and greasy not crispy. Ive had better burgers and fries at the local dinner in my neighborhood: 3 guys dinner on 96th and Madison Avenue. I guess what they say is true. Given enough hype, people will buy almost anything. Pros: inexpensive more
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Best Hamburger Ever... 2/25/2004

I waited an hour on line Tuesday night (2/24) for a Corner Bistro hamburger and it was definitely worth it. The wait is ok because you can usually make friends with the folks on line around you. Have a drink while you wait... Yes, the food is greasy and th space is cramped but it is so worth it. McSorley's are $2 and hamburgers are $4. Where else can you get a deal like that? Channel 11 News was actually there the night I was. The place is famous! Try it... at least once. Pros: hamburgers, price, beer Cons: , small space more
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Not The Best 2/11/2004

The burger was OK!! Not the best by any means. The place itself is unique, but if you are a germaphobe watch out because at first glance the place looks a little raunchy. I will not be returning for a burger... ever. There are so many other places that have better burger in NYC. The price is cheap, because that's the quality you get. Pros: Unique Setting, Cheap Food more
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Great Hangout 11/7/2003

Great place to go to grab a beer and some food with a few friends. Yes it is crowded at times, but usually you can wait around the bar and evenutually get a seat. Its cheap, has good food, and a wonderful jukebox! more
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Bad Service 8/26/2003

The restaurants is small therefore crowded with 1 hour lines on weekends. In addition, the bar is only staffed by one bartender. We had to wait 20 minutes before getting a beer, and we never got our burger order. We even got yelled at for checking on our burger order. We ened up walking out after an hour with no food. Cons: Rude Service, Crowded/lines more
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great! 8/13/2003

Though have been slightly less impressed lately (little less moist than in the past) this is one of the best burgers in nyc. the fries are also top notch, and all at bargain prices! BEware: the place gets verry busy after 6pm. more
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One of my favorite places! 7/24/2003

I have been going to the Corner Bistro for 7 years now and it's still one of my favorite places to go. For those who just want chill and relax with good friends over beers and burgers, this is the place to go. Pros: good food, great prices Cons: waiting for a table more
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Worth Trying 7/2/2003

I went to Corner Bistro on a recommendation. I love the easy going atmosphere and the burger was really tasty. I don't know if it's the best, but it is one of the better places to grab a casual burger. Perfect for a late night craving. Pros: Relaxed, Inexpensive 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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