Emily
Restaurant · 35 Downing St, New York, NY 10014, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 3,655 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 137 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 14%
- Coverage
- 27%
All reviews shown by Google
863 examined reviews
137 of 1,000
1,000 of 3,655 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that Emily offers a lively atmosphere and standout comfort food in the West Village, highlighted by its signature dry-aged beef burger served on a pretzel bun. While many praise the flavorful Detroit-style pizzas, appetizers, and attentive service, others note that the dining space is cramped and some experience rushed service or high prices.
+ Repeated strengths
The Emmy Burger
Reviewers frequently praise the Emmy Double Stack Burger for its juicy dry-aged beef, unique sauce, and pretzel bun.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-09-21
Most epic burger of NYC (some say that the burger was declared "the best burger in the world")
Detroit-Style Pizza
The thick-crust, cheesy Detroit-style pizzas—particularly the MVP and pepperoni variations—receive recurring praise.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2024-09-07
What a really lovely place, superb pizzas like you have never seen before. It was full all the time...go go go
5★ · 2024-10-06
This place is perfect for a big group, but let me tell you about the MVP pizza—OMG, one of the best slices I’ve ever had in the city! And in NYC, the king of thin slices, the fluffy, thick crust on this pizza is totally unexpected—but it ju...
5★ · 2025-12-08
Snagged a last minute outdoor table as a walk-in on at 7:30pm on a Saturday night. Night was pretty chilly (low 40s) so the outdoor heater didn’t quite keep us warm enough, but the delicious meal completely made up for it! The burger is to...
Appetizers and Sides
Sides like crispy seasoned waffle fries and starters such as cheesy garlic sticks and salads are frequently highlighted as delicious.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-06-27
Great food and big portions. Really nice environment, friendly service. Definitely would come again. Watermelon burrata: great refreshing start to the meal Cheesy garlic bread fingers: best garlic bread I’ve ever had Chicken wings with sir...
− Repeated complaints
Rushed Service and Pacing
Several reviewers report feeling rushed by staff who bring checks prematurely or remind guests of table time limits.
1 supporting review
1★ · 2025-09-13
I will NEVER come back to this place again. Even though the food tasted fine, the way I was treated completely ruined the experience. I came here with my family and we ordered 4 burgers, spending over $120. At first, we placed the order to-...
Cramped Seating and Noise
Guests note that the indoor and basement seating areas can feel tight, crowded, and loud.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-10-15
The burgers were really juicy and the portions were huge! You will not feel like they skimped on the quantities. The drinks were top class. On top of all of this it's pretty economical considering all that they offer!
4★ · 2025-08-31
This burger lives up to the hype. It was so good and we loved it! My friend and I also got the big Hawaiian pizza and it was delicious as well. Some of the best pizza we have had here. I will say we went around 8pm and the seating is a bit...
High Pricing
Multiple reviewers mention that items like the burger are expensive relative to portion sizes or overall value.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2024-09-12
The place is very nice, with lovely little tables outside for dining. The food is okay, the wings are delicious, the burger is just average. Very expensive…
5★ · 2024-10-15
This burger is amazing, I highly recommend trying it while you're in NYC. The place is pretty cool, and the service is great. It's expensive compared to Spain, like any restaurant in NYC.
5★ · 2025-10-19
Incredible burger. Juicy patties with nice meat flavor. Really good sauce. Relatively expensive.
Good for
- Trying an iconic, highly-rated NYC burger
- Sharing Detroit-style pizzas with friends
- Casual dinners with a vibrant atmosphere
Avoid if
- You prefer a quiet, spacious dining environment
- You dislike sweet-savory flavor profiles in savory dishes
- You want a leisurely meal without strict time limits
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Sep ’24 | 34 | 0 |
| Oct ’24 | 43 | 2 |
| Nov ’24 | 30 | 3 |
| Dec ’24 | 45 | 3 |
| Jan ’25 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb ’25 | 16 | 1 |
| Mar ’25 | 40 | 2 |
| Apr ’25 | 38 | 0 |
| May ’25 | 39 | 0 |
| Jun ’25 | 38 | 1 |
| Jul ’25 | 38 | 2 |
| Aug ’25 | 35 | 3 |
| Sep ’25 | 37 | 2 |
| Oct ’25 | 41 | 2 |
| Nov ’25 | 43 | 6 |
| Dec ’25 | 58 | 8 |
| Jan ’26 | 36 | 3 |
| Feb ’26 | 44 | 13 |
| Mar ’26 | 62 | 17 |
| Apr ’26 | 68 | 16 |
| May ’26 | 66 | 14 |
| Jun ’26 | 73 | 24 |
| Jul ’26 | 49 | 15 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- review drive 6 five-star reviews on 2026-02-26 vs avg 1.1/day, 5 of them name a staff member; 11 five-star reviews on 2026-03-21 vs avg 1.9/day, 8 of them name a staff member; 17 five-star reviews on 2026-06-17 vs avg 2.1/day, 9 of them name a staff member weight 0.5
- low activity account 119 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 3 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 137 flagged reviews.
Nick Stuchlak
25 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-02-14
some of the best pizza around. great space, plenty of space. service was good. quite an enjoyable experience.
Mil Moon
13 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-07-21
One of my favorite pizzas at nyc, one of my first recommendations to my friends !
Elliott Penn
10 reviews
★★★★★
2025-12-11
Fantastic pizza and one of the best burgers in the city. The space is cozy and the staff is friendly, making it a great neighborhood spot.
Will Thrun
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-26
Fabulous VIP pizza (gluten free crust was top notch) and the burger is top 3 in NYC. Simon was also a very personal server and did a great job
Cursed Boy
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-26
I just left the restaurant and it was a wonderful experience. The burger and the service were incredible. Thanks to Nikki at the bar for her service and attention, I will definitely come back.🖤
Kanisha Khatri
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-02-26
Vibes are 10/10. Simon is awesome!
Maddie Rapko
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
MEL IS THE BEST!!! Absolute queen so attentive and nice.
Amanda Fineman
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Mel was the best server!!! She made Marley’s 24th the best night ever!!!!
Nicole Settlow
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Mel is the best def come here
Molly Herckis
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Mel is the best!
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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