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Burgers & other American comfort food in down-to-earth digs with a lively atmosphere.
What to order: The Cadillac Burger · Fried Calamari · Oven‑Baked Pretzel BitesFrom Google Maps reviews.
P.J. Clarke’s on Third Avenue is one of those classic, old-school NYC spots that really feels like stepping into a movie. The historic vibe and atmosphere are honestly amazing and probably the best part of the experience. We ordered quite a bit since it was our first time and wanted to try different things. The fried calamari was delicious, the Korean sticky ribs were flavorful with a nice spicy kick, and the pretzel bites were also very good. Even the fries were solid. These were definitely th
Could not be a cuter atmosphere. Seriously loved the vibe. Didn't love our appetizers of zucchini/eggplant chips (very blah) or the oysters Rockefeller (mostly spinach). The burgers were good, very thick if you like that kind of burger. Soft buns. Fries were decent. Good local Pilsner. Service was excellent.
Been coming here on and off for years and it still feels like real New York to me. The burger was excellent, cooked right, and the service was professional without trying too hard. Place has character, good atmosphere, and you can actually sit down and enjoy a proper meal without loud nonsense everywhere. Bartender was friendly and knew what he was doing 👍 Classic spot that deserves the reputation. Will definitely be back.🍔🍺
From the May 14, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.