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Lexington Candy Shop

6.4 • Diner
🕹️ Retro
Unique
🎯 Authentic
🤔 Interesting
😎 Cool
🛋️ Cozy
📻 Vintage
💭 Nostalgic
🎉 Fun Activities
🥧 Pie
🥯 Bagels
🏘️ Local Spot
🏛️ Historical Sites
🍫 Chocolate
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Small diner with retro American atmosphere and handmade soda fountain service creates a nostalgic vibe. Crowded space filled with classic 1920s Americana details and an authentic luncheonette feel. Regulars enjoy old-fashioned cokes and traditional breakfast dishes in a compact, lively setting.
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People are saying

"You have to try the diner's Coke, mixed the old-fashioned way."

"It feels like stepping back in time to a classic 1930s soda fountain."

"I thought the burgers here were the best I ever had."

Good to know

1

Breakfast time is recommended to avoid queues at lunchtime.

2

On the weekends, there’s a line that stretches around the block.

3

Be prepared for a wait; it’s all part of the experience.

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Lexington Candy Shop
6.4
1226 Lexington Ave, New York, New York, United States
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