Heidi's House by the Side of the Road & Ed's Elbow Room
An intimate Upper East Side spot serving seasonal comfort food, from lobster paella to burgers on English muffins.
- Mon, 17:00 – 22:00; Tue, 17:00 – 22:30; Wed – Thu, 17:00 – 23:00; Fri, 17:00 – 23:30; Sat, 16:00 – 23:30; Sun, 16:00 – 22:30
- $$
- 308 E 78th St
- 4.6 (451 reviews)
Description
Heidi’s House and its sister space, Ed’s Elbow Room, offer a low-lit neighborhood retreat with craft beer, wine, and a small, focused menu. Because seating is limited, the vibe remains personal and close-knit. The kitchen emphasizes local sourcing, utilizing patties from local butcher Ottomanelli’s to build their English-muffin burgers. Shared plates like the artichoke salad and a popular mac and cheese fill out the offerings, providing a comforting but surprisingly light-feeling meal.
Good to know
Limited seatingArrive early