People start forming a line outside this New York diner before the lights even flip on inside, and once you taste why, the early wake-up call makes sense.
One compact spot on the Lower East Side went from a small personal project to one of the most talked-about brunch destinations in the entire city, all without much fanfare beyond word of mouth.
What started as one chef’s tribute to the city he loves somehow grew into something people plan their whole morning around. Regulars show up early enough to guarantee a seat, willing to trade a few extra minutes of sleep for a spot at the counter…