Mom's Kitchen and Bar
Bar & grill · 701 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 4,238 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 60 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.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 6%
- Coverage
- 24%
All reviews shown by Google
940 examined reviews
60 of 1,000
1,000 of 4,238 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
Mom's Kitchen and Bar offers an eclectic, nostalgic 80s- and 90s-themed diner experience located a few blocks from Times Square. Reviewers report that the restaurant serves massive comfort food portions and creative drinks in a lively atmosphere.
+ Repeated strengths
Generous Portions
Reviewers frequently highlight that the food portions are massive, filling, and easily shareable.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-09-16
Very casual setting. From what I saw they have weekly trivia nights if that's your thing! Service was really quick and the food is was amazing! This is a great place to get alot of food for a fair price especially in this area of the city!...
5★ · 2025-12-28
We dined here for dinner our first night in NYC! Really great menu and our waiter, Emerson, and the rest of the staff were fantastic! We had burgers, an omelette (all day brunch), and the short rib grilled cheese!
Friendly Service
Many guests praise the attentive, warm, and accommodating staff and servers.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2024-08-12
Excellent build a burger that was cooked perfectly and served hot! Meg was awesome - friendly and fun!!! Check out her Apple Watch 🤣
Fun Atmosphere
Reviewers enjoy the retro pop-culture decor, nostalgic vibe, and upbeat music.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-09-20
Food was amazing! Loved the concept, all the tv moms and childhood nostalgia decor.
1★ · 2026-06-12
Don’t come here for pancakes and other breakfast items. I paid $56 for a horrible meal. Ate a few bites and left the meal at the table. Pancakes were rubbery, struggled to cut with a butter knife, bland eggs, and not quite sure what was hap...
5★ · 2026-07-14
I went for Pride weekend & a late birthday for a family member. The atmosphere was very cool & upbeat, the servers & bartenders were fun & unpretentious. The food was good, the drinks were better!
− Repeated complaints
Inconsistent Food Quality
Some reviewers report that certain dishes can be bland, dry, or overcooked.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2024-07-22
Great neighborhood, away from the noise only a few blocks away. Food left much to be desired. Chicken and gravy was dry/ over cooked. Cheese Grits was the best thing I tried. FYI, desserts are ONLY milk shakes …..so kinda disappointing ther...
2★ · 2024-08-05
It's over rated. Came her for breakfast on a Thursday morning at 11:15. There were 5 other tables filled, each with 1-2 people. Plenty of staff. Took 10 minutes to come take my order. Food was flavorless. It took just as long to pay my...
2★ · 2026-04-10
Food was meh. Had the chicken. Sandwich which was good but the service was so bad. Forgot orders, got drinks wrong, impatient when taking orders, warm beer. Not worth it
High Noise Levels
Multiple guests note that the music and ambient noise inside can be overwhelmingly loud.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-12-28
We dined here for dinner our first night in NYC! Really great menu and our waiter, Emerson, and the rest of the staff were fantastic! We had burgers, an omelette (all day brunch), and the short rib grilled cheese!
5★ · 2025-09-16
Went with my family. We really enjoyed lunch.
Long Wait Times and Crowds
Reviewers mention long lines and wait times during peak brunch hours on weekends.
1 supporting review
4★ · 2025-08-26
Mom’s Kitchen & Bar is such a fun spot in NYC! The retro diner vibe mixed with creative comfort food makes it a really unique experience. The milkshakes are absolutely over the top (in the best way) and the portions are super generous—you d...
Good for
- Oversized comfort food and breakfast dishes
- Fun and nostalgic 80s/90s themed dining environment
- Pre-theater meals near Times Square
Avoid if
- You are looking for a quiet, conversation-friendly atmosphere
- You prefer light, modestly sized portions
- You dislike crowded tourist spots during peak weekend brunch hours
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jul ’24 | 23 | 2 |
| Aug ’24 | 58 | 4 |
| Sep ’24 | 57 | 10 |
| Oct ’24 | 55 | 3 |
| Nov ’24 | 37 | 1 |
| Dec ’24 | 43 | 1 |
| Jan ’25 | 41 | 3 |
| Feb ’25 | 32 | 1 |
| Mar ’25 | 46 | 0 |
| Apr ’25 | 47 | 2 |
| May ’25 | 50 | 1 |
| Jun ’25 | 50 | 2 |
| Jul ’25 | 44 | 4 |
| Aug ’25 | 42 | 1 |
| Sep ’25 | 43 | 4 |
| Oct ’25 | 51 | 8 |
| Nov ’25 | 40 | 2 |
| Dec ’25 | 40 | 1 |
| Jan ’26 | 42 | 2 |
| Feb ’26 | 22 | 1 |
| Mar ’26 | 28 | 3 |
| Apr ’26 | 34 | 1 |
| May ’26 | 29 | 0 |
| Jun ’26 | 31 | 2 |
| Jul ’26 | 15 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 54 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 6 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 60 flagged reviews.
Lloyd Holmes
240 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-04
The experience matched the excitement I felt before coming. Workers here consistently maintain friendly service. The food here deserves praise. This spot has adorable character. This spot delivers on what it offers.
Michel Nee
315 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-05
Their dishes hit that perfect spot between familiar and exciting. Tasty dishes, good servers. The staff's performance was notable. This place serves heritage recipes expertly. The neighborhood discovered a winner here.
Nick Stuchlak
25 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-18
came here before broadway. excellent milkshakes and chill place to grab a milkshake before the show!
Ana Butler
302 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-10-05
I steered people toward this spot. The proprietor and workers treat everyone with friendliness. The place is well-located and our visit exceeded expectations. Their cooking is superb and costs what it should. The entire experience exceeded expectations.
Olivia Celice
266 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-10-08
Mom's Kitchen and Bar creates dishes that tell stories through their flavors. Their dishes show remarkable execution. Delightful place. Service was remarkably thorough! Highly recommend it.
Fritz Turner
6 reviews
★★★★★
2025-11-19
We absolutely loved our brunch at Mom’s Kitchen and Bar! It’s a cool and quiet place, and their fried chicken is so flavorful! The steak and eggs and the avocado toast looked tasty, too. I highly recommend this place!
Taufalele Family
1 review
★★★★★
2024-07-30
Food was very unique and delicious. The space was cute and the bathroom were clean!
Lisa Moore
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-08-09
Greetings from Mempho, ChiTown, and the Sip!!! Great atmosphere with awesome food!!! 10 out of 10. Peter, the server, was AWESOME and AMAZING!!! Very accommodating!!!
Dietmar Schöch
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-08-13
Danielle Scoppino
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-08-24
My experience was awesome from the quick wait time to be seated, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional customer service received by our server Cristal. She was pleasant, energetic and made sure that we were taken great care of. I enjoyed my order of Cinnamon Toast Crunch French toast with vanilla ice...
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