Pearl Diner

Located on Pearl Street in downtown Manhattan, this long-standing spot offers a traditional diner setup with a few distinct details. The kitchen serves up plentiful portions, including the heavy lumberjack breakfast and customizable omelettes with the rare option to add avocado. The experience is defined by a quick, matter-of-fact service style; while the owner is known for a warm welcome, the rest of the staff keeps things brisk and occasionally unsmiling, especially during the diner's busy rush hours.