Times Square Diner & Grill
Diner · 807 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, United States · United States
★ 4.4 on Google · 4,994 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 15, 2026 · 79 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
998 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.4★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 8%
- Coverage
- 20%
All reviews shown by Google
919 examined reviews
79 of 998
998 of 4,994 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 15, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Times Square Diner & Grill is a popular spot in the Theater District known for its classic American diner fare, very fast service, and large portion sizes. Reviewers frequently highlight the friendly and attentive staff, though some mention that seating can be cramped and certain menu items lack flavor.
+ Repeated strengths
Fast service
Reviewers frequently praise the kitchen and waitstaff for getting food out extremely quickly.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-05-19
A very warm welcome and very friendly and professional staff. Fast service. Generous and delicious portions! I recommend this establishment if you're ever in Times Square.
5★ · 2023-06-02
Excellent service and they are fast!
Large portions
Portions are consistently described as huge, filling, and great for sharing.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-07-10
Dinnertime-quick service. Staff was very friendly. Food came out quickly and correct. Portions are huge! My 16 yr old son ordered the Greek Chicken Wrap and couldn't finish it. The Mac n cheese is home made. My wife really enjoyed the Ruebe...
5★ · 2026-05-20
This place offers amazing food with huge portions at a price slightly lower than the other places that we have eaten. Those places weren't anywhere near as good as Times Square Diner and certainly not with portions as large as Times Square...
Friendly and attentive staff
The service is often described as warm, welcoming, and very attentive with frequent refills.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-06-07
Service was fabulous. We were immediately seated & water was brought right over. They were very accommodating for our larger group. Food was great! Highly recommend going there!
5★ · 2026-07-07
Great experience! Good food, great service and nice atmosphere!
− Repeated complaints
Cramped seating
Some reviewers report that the tables are too close together and the seating area feels small.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-11-03
Short wait for food. Very tasty. Tables are a bit too close to each other. I recommend the pancakes I don't have much to say. I recommend to everyone 🥳!
3★ · 2024-04-24
Hello everyone! Today we had breakfast at Time Square Diner & Grill. Honestly, I don't recommend it at all. The place is small, with too many tables crammed together, making it uncomfortable. Plus, the limited space between the chairs and t...
5★ · 2025-12-28
Great place for brekky. Staff was very attentive and friendly. Food portions were generous. The table we had was a tiny bit too cramped but the food and lovely staff made it worth visiting.
Bland or uneven food quality
A number of reviews note that certain dishes can lack flavor, seasoning, or proper cooking.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2023-07-02
Speedy service, accommodation of needs. Food needs a bit of seasoning. High prices
2★ · 2025-11-15
I gotta give it to this place; their speed is amazing. That being said, the food suffers because of it. No seasoning in anything, quickly cooked and dry eggs, and the price is way too high for the taste of the food. Service was fantastic, b...
Pricing
Prices are considered high by some visitors, though often noted as typical for the Midtown area.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-08-02
Casual atmosphere with superb service. The process are a but high but that is easily offset by the friendly and attentive service. I had the BBQ burger which had bacon and caramelized oniservice. Downside was that the burger doesnt come wot...
5★ · 2025-08-31
Great atmosphere and friendly staff. They have a homemade salsa that is fantastic. The food is great for its value, though the eggs can be a little overcooked. Fast turnaround and attentive waiters. Overall, great experience!
3★ · 2025-10-22
The portion sizes are absolutely massive, and the price definitely reflects that. if you’re calling on a budget, this isn’t the place for you. service was great, my server refilled my water every time i was getting low, and constantly came...
Good for
- Quick pre-theater meals
- Hearty breakfast and brunch
- Sharing large portions
Avoid if
- You prefer a spacious, uncrowded dining environment
- You are looking for strictly budget-friendly meals
- You require highly seasoned or complex gourmet dishes
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| May ’23 | 12 | 1 |
| Jun ’23 | 39 | 3 |
| Jul ’23 | 41 | 5 |
| Aug ’23 | 30 | 2 |
| Sep ’23 | 20 | 0 |
| Oct ’23 | 53 | 10 |
| Nov ’23 | 15 | 0 |
| Dec ’23 | 14 | 0 |
| Jan ’24 | 11 | 0 |
| Feb ’24 | 13 | 0 |
| Mar ’24 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr ’24 | 48 | 2 |
| May ’24 | 28 | 0 |
| Jun ’24 | 42 | 2 |
| Jul ’24 | 42 | 2 |
| Aug ’24 | 27 | 2 |
| Sep ’24 | 30 | 1 |
| Oct ’24 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov ’24 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec ’24 | 49 | 8 |
| Jan ’25 | 33 | 1 |
| Feb ’25 | 29 | 3 |
| Mar ’25 | 37 | 4 |
| Apr ’25 | 29 | 3 |
| May ’25 | 27 | 1 |
| Jun ’25 | 27 | 2 |
| Jul ’25 | 28 | 2 |
| Aug ’25 | 32 | 3 |
| Sep ’25 | 34 | 6 |
| Oct ’25 | 21 | 3 |
| Nov ’25 | 19 | 3 |
| Dec ’25 | 32 | 2 |
| Jan ’26 | 16 | 2 |
| Feb ’26 | 19 | 3 |
| Mar ’26 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr ’26 | 13 | 0 |
| May ’26 | 20 | 2 |
| Jun ’26 | 18 | 0 |
| Jul ’26 | 11 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 74 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 5 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 79 flagged reviews.
Mark Sweetman
348 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-06-24
Stopped in for a quick bite before a show. Every restaurant that serves a Greek salad should have theirs. Best I've had in a long time.
Roxane Duchamp
261 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-08-28
You'll appreciate how every element works together here. The workers displayed exceptional friendliness, many smiles, and sincere pleasantness. The standards here are high. Our limited sampling of the menu was satisfactory. Nothing nearby offers this quality.
Michel Nee
315 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-14
This spot represents the pinnacle of what restaurants can be. The team demonstrated remarkable warmth and eagerly responded to all inquiries. The items demonstrated cooking skill. The establishment is clean and the proprietors are pleasant, helpful and direct. The complete package here is excellent.
Caro Geffroy
260 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-10-13
Our shared experience here brought us closer together. In my opinion, their team handles customers expertly. The food amazed apart from custom elements. The restaurant staff keeps tabs on our wellbeing. I suggest this place without qualification.
Constantina Rizou
15 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-05-05
It is quite a descent place to eat around Time Square.
Ixel herrera
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-05-28
Kirsten Strausbaugh-Hutchinson
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-06-01
Sharon Fishel
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2023-06-05
The bathroom was not clean. The staff was over busy. We had to wait to get into our room and the bell hops were expecting a tip to store our luggage. They also were looking at shoes (new shoes brought to them from an outside source) which was weird.
Julio Torres
1 review
★★★★★
2023-06-13
Elizabeth Krumpe
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-07-04
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