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

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 ...

Worth every nickel 1/2/2003

If you like great burgers and beer in a no frills environment, and don't want to pay NYC prices, this is the place for you. Don't expect linens on your table, or lemon slices in your water, just expect a great burger at a great price and you won't be disappointed!! more
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Not so Fast 1/2/2003

Last Friday 12/27/2002, found the excitement of going to CB overwhelming. Saw the buns toasting and the meat under the broiler. The burgers were served, but what? The meat was lacking in flavor. And, worse medium rare turned out to be unevenly cooked? Bottom line, not worth the hype or the wait. Pros: ketchup adds flavor Cons: flavorless meat more
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The best of the worst 1/1/2003

The hamburger was so greasy, I had trouble keeping it from slipping out of my hands.And then when I was finally able to take a bite,I had to wipe my hands 6t imes on the napkin in order to get the grease off my hands.I could not tell whether the mayonaise I ordered was Hellman's or Kraft's, it was so raunchy tasting that I had to conclude that whatever jar it came from, the expiration on that jarwas over due.The soggyfries keeled over when I dippedtheminthemayonaise.The waiterwas a pleasant, Dave Thomas look-alike, whoforgot to bringme a lemon andthen my mayonaise. But he was so genile, all was forgiven.The joint was packed with smokers and drinkers, on NewyearsDaywhen everyone should be home recuperatingfrom the night before- A cause for concern when it was time to freshen up/but to my surprise there was no line at all. But the bathroom was difficulttofind/inpoorcondition/andunclean. more
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Burgers as big as your head 12/30/2002

Corner Bistro was the most amazing burger we had ever tasted in this world. Seriously, it was delicious. From the charming host/bartender Paul to the local neighbor in the corner, Roger, the atmosphere and the delicious food filled every part of our hearts as well as stomach. Do not look for a menu as you don't need to order anything else other than a burger, fries and beer. We will definetly see you there:) Pros: no wait, food, beer Cons: smoky, busy during lunch, hot more
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chunks of bleeding meat 12/28/2002

The sweltering rack of burgers at the bistro is a fine, fine site. Plenty of meat is placed on each of those irrelevent objects called buns, and to wash it down with a 3$ brew is just a joke. It's certainly a good time at minimal cost. Pros: food, price Cons: crowded more
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Beef Sushi 12/26/2002

This is teh place for very high quality cholesterol. Itnakes heart disease worth it. more
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UGH it was awful 12/25/2002

Why are they considered ""best burger""? It's NOT flame-broiled, it's done on one of those frying-pan machines, and tastes like I did it myself in my kitchen. If you want a REAL flame-broiled burger, hit Florent in the meatpacking district. Cons: no taste, fried not broiled, blecch more
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At least the beer was good... 12/23/2002

The burger I had was a tough, overcooked, tasteless overhyped disappointment. I've eaten better burgers at Wendys. First of all, the meat was lukewarm, as if it had been lying around for a while before being served. Secondaly, the bacon on the burger was the consistency of jerky. The cheese wasn't even melted. I cannot believe how anyone could think this is the best burger in the city. Beer was good, so the night wasn't a total wash, but don't be fooled by these other people who say that their burger is the best in New York, because it simply isn't. Don't believe the hype. If you really want a good burger, fly to SoCal and go to an In-N-Out Burger. more
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Simply the best 12/19/2002

Corner Bistro is the place to go when you want to unwind and enjoy yourself. more
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1st & last time 12/18/2002

it was a 45 minute wait for less than average burgers & the worst chili EVER in a noisy, dirty tavern. the burgers were requested as medium and well-done. instead we got well-done and rock-hard. the quality of the meat is not even worth mentioning. the chili was mainly oil, which was, quite literally, the entire top half of the bowl. the food is undoubtedly inexpensive, but it is not even worth it. we went out of our way to try such a highly-rated place and ran out in disgust. Pros: there aren't any! Cons: terrible food, filth & noise, bad service more
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The best 12/17/2002

The best burgers. Awesome value. Great ambiance. Great place for a weekend lunch. more
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Yes, this really is the BEST burger. 12/15/2002

This really is the best burger in NYC. I always get my burgers medium-rare. In lesser burger joints, they are cooked and brown all the way through. Not so at the Corner Bistro; Their burgers are charred on the outside and still bloody on the inside. The buns are also very good: hearty and dry, not soggy and dampy. Read that twice if you like Paul's Palace. The Corner Bistro is also superior to the Jackson Hole and Cozy Soup and Burger. I pity those who only had these inferior burgers, and I challenge them to the visit the Corner Bistro and discover what a good bloody burger is. The bar's old Greenwich Village charm, as well as the fact that food is served until the bar closes late at night, solidify its status at the best burger joint in NYC. Pros: Great food, Inexpensive, Good ambience Cons: Sometimes crowded, Poor service, Difficult to find more
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Delicious and cheap! 12/12/2002

A great place to come if, like me, you are on a tight budget and in need of some wholesome, filling, unhealthy food. No frills, just good burgers n beer! Pros: Tasty Burgers, Cheap, Lively Cons: No reservations more
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carnivorous 12/6/2002

Corner Bistro has great burgers, but the best in New York are available at the Smith & Wollensky Grill on 49th Street around the corner from the Steak House of the same name. Along with fries and a pickle, their burgers are delightful, and they are enormous - a burger lovers dream! Pros: ideal burger, aged beef Cons: the wait on busy days more
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This place is a DISAPPOINTMENT 12/6/2002

There's nothing good about this place, and if you think this is a good burger place you don't know what a good burger is. It took us about 30 minutes to get seated, the burgers came without lettuce, they brougt us the wrong drinks, and the flavor of the burgers were below average. I will never go back to this place. It was a disappointment. Cons: BAD SERVICE, CROWDED, NO FLAVOR IN MEAT more
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Good Eats 12/5/2002

Great date spot, don't take your high maintenance women here, they just don't understand... Great selections on the jukebox. Great burger and honestly some of the best bathroom graffiti in the city. Pros: Great Juke Box, Inexpensive Cons: the wait for a table, crowded more
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Good but not the Best 11/27/2002

Corner Bistro has what one might call the best Burger in town, but it is just that: Only a burger. Nothing exciting about it. You have to go across town to St. Dymphna's in the East Village. There the burgers are like a prty for your mouth. And when I say party, I mean Super! Pros: Good Deal, Fast Service Cons: Always Crowded more
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No way 11/20/2002

I have no idea how this got ratted the best burger in town. But its like a regular, dinner bugger....plain bun, ugly lettuce, and the first time i ordered it, it was raw(like purple), and they gave me attitude for sending it back. I will give it this....its a great dive bar,,,perfect place to have a drink with an old man with no teeth. Pros: nice bar tenders, real barfly kinda pla Cons: raw burger, limited menu more
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love the bistro 11/16/2002

To eat in a hurry and get a seat make sure you arrive before 6pm! It gets super packed, but you can always have a few beers at the bar while you wait! Dont forget to try the chicken sandwich, to die for. Pros: good for small group, hidden back tables Cons: very small, tiny tables more
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The best???? 11/12/2002

Can't understand why this places get all this hype. It's a good burger but there are plenty of Greek diners around where you get something comparable. The line for burgers stretch through the bar area which make it very uncomfortable and inconvenient for those waiting in line and those just having a drink at the bar. Once you're seated it is VERY cramped (they stuffed my party of 6 onto a table for 4) and they accomodate my request for fried onions. All in all, the burgers here are good but not worth the aggravation. more
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Owner Message

  • 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.

Editorial

  • 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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