Four Hell's Kitchen Spots for a Slow Weekend Morning

Mangú and morir soñando on 51st, pancakes at any hour on Eighth Avenue, shrimp and grits in blue light and market vegetables on Ninth.

Plan a lazy Saturday morning.
Zoralie
4.5 (869)
Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 19:30
449 W 51st St

This family-run, hole-in-the-wall spot cooks homey Dominican classics such as mangú and rich oxtail soup, plus Puerto Rican and Spanish dishes. Mornings bring the classic 3 golpes with pork and chicken, washed down with a morir soñando. Service can run slow, but portions are generous.

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Cascade
4.5 (696)
Mon – Sun, Open 24 hours
900 8th Ave

Open around the clock, this deli-cafe makes breakfast to order at any hour, from pancakes loaded with fresh strawberries, bananas and Nutella to hot sandwiches. Prepared meals are reasonably priced, and a neighborhood market section stocks everyday staples.

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Lady Blue
4.4 (290)
Mon – Tue, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Wed – Fri, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 10:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 10:00 – 01:00 (+1)
363 W 46th St

A 1970s-inspired lounge in blue light, minutes from the Theater District. Brunch brings shrimp and grits, and the bar leans spiced and smoky with drinks such as a chai old fashioned. Short rib sliders hold the late shift, and doors open at 10:00 AM on weekends.

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Westville Hell's Kitchen
4.7 (1,242)
Mon – Fri, 11:30 – 22:00; Sat – Sun, 10:00 – 22:00
809 9th Ave

Classic American comfort food meets a daily slate of more than 24 market vegetables here. Diners point to the salmon with pesto mashed potatoes and a large taco salad special, with mint lemonade or golden lattes to drink. Weekend doors open at 10:00 AM.

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