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The flame represents a lovely old slice of New York City that is rapidly fading, the inexpensive, no nonsence greasy spoon. The food is predictable and consistent, and quality is average to above average. The decor is typical glossy, tacky NY diner, a recent renovation brought the look up from 1971 to 1987 (keep in mind this was a 2008 renovation) The immigrant staff reflects the great diversity of this city, and they all buzz around this establishment calling out generations old diner lingo in broken english, all the while providing reasonably speedy service. and of course you will always see a flock of old timers at the counter. It is nice to see a relic such as the Flame florishing, This is a place where a wage earner can sit and have a thoroughly decent meal at a cost that is less than an hours pay, these places are important to the fabric of New York culture.

Service was bad, food was not good

the flame turns out consistently decent salads, eggs and burgers. i can count on getting seated during the lunch hour and i've always found the staff to be courteous and attentive. i hadn't been in since they freshened up the interior - i think it is more inviting.

This was our first time at the flame and it was a little disappointing. The food was okay, but the service was a little erratic. Also, the food was very expensive. Who charges $2.50 for a lemonade? They treated it like it was a freaking cocktail. It had lemon wedges and lots of sugar and everything. The waitress took our order, which she did a while after we were seated. Maybe 5-10 minutes or so. She gave it to the chefs in the kitchen and then went and sat at the bar, chatting away with the owner for there was some sort of difficulty or something. When the food came, it wasn't presented all that nicely, but it wasn't bad. So we ate our food and after we finished it took a while to get the check. Not our best dining experience.

I come here in the morning after I get done with the night shift for breakfast sometimes. I get seated right away, my coffe cup is always full and the food is ready quick-- what more can you ask for from a diner. They also have whole page of healthier choice items such as egg white options, fruit and oatmeal, etc. I would absolutely recommend.

Great diner food, in a clean restaurant served by friendly waitstaff. My wife and I stopped in for an early dinner, and we did have a piece of diner cake...and it was pretty good! Would definitely go back.

i dine at the Flame quite frequently because i live right around the corner. i enjoy to the food but wouldnt say its the best dinner ive been to in the city. my only complaint is that the waiters and cashiers can be a bit rude at times. once they get to know they become friendlier but i sometimes feel that they are bad intentioned and couldnt care less about you dinning experience.