Diner

Good Eats

RidgewoodQueens

4.4· 1,629 reviewsClosed now
Good Eats — diner — in Ridgewood — Queens — NYC
Good Eats interior — Ridgewood

Ridgewood

Queens

The brief

About Good Eats

Modern airy venue offering an extensive menu of Traditional American diner fare in ample portions.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade B

B

Score26(lower is better)

Inspected7/14/2025

A Grade B means some violations were found. Many B-graded spots earn an A on re-inspection within weeks.

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Community Rating

4.4

out of 5

1,629 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Good Eats

15 verified Google reviews

4.2

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PennyLocal guide
2 weeks ago

The staff are always super rushed and there’s this blonde lady server who was incredibly rude to my mom and aunt. Very inpatient and she showed it. Food is not great either. Sometimes too oily or too salty - overall very heavy. My fries are always soggy. Never going again.

Raheem BootheLocal guide
a month ago

Great food, and very thoughtful staff! They checked on us multiple times to make sure we were okay. Very good prices as well considering the portion sizes. The portions are HUGE. If you aren't big back prepare to have leftovers for the next day or two.

Traci MooreLocal guide
3 months ago

Servings are always filling and tasty. A definite favorable experience anytime of day. A small place with huge offering that will have you returning with others to share your joy.

Elaine BLocal guide
3 months ago

Great for comfort eats and the portions are huge. Any of their breakfast dishes that has fig jam is delicious and a genius recipe creation. Generally their item flavor mixes are creative and delicious. They also make one of the best motza ball soups in Queens, that hearty, flavorful and fresh. Even great for leftovers.

JEA.M NYCLocal guide
4 months ago

My family recommended this diner since they come here often, especially for the French toast and pancakes. This was my first time visiting, and I was honestly impressed.<br><br>This time, they decided to switch it up, and our server Michael gave us great recommendations. He was extremely attentive and made sure we didn’t need anything throughout our visit.<br><br>He also suggested the hot chocolate since I was still cold from the weather, and it was absolutely delicious!<br><br>I ordered the Steak and Eggs (Southwest) Benedict, which was very tasty and filling. The portions are generous, and they have an amazing brunch promotion: any brunch dish comes with either coffee, a mimosa, or a bellini, plus a fruit side.<br><br>Delicious food, friendly staff, and great service. This is definitely going on my go-to list for brunch and I’m definitely trying the pancakes next time!

JoAnn SLocal guide
4 months ago

Hands down the best onion rings I ever had. We had an excellent breakfast but I also ordered Mozzarella Sticks and Parmesan Garlic Fries that were so fresh, homemade and delicious. Just found the drinks to be pricey. Will be back.

Tiffany
5 months ago

the portions are really big and dill you up easily so I usually leave a lot leftover, one time they got my order wrong and delivered really late. I love the little burger sliders tho! The fries are really mid . I like the turkey sandwich, again it's really big so it will last for a few meals

Selina Aquino
5 months ago

The food is always spot on. Meals are definitely shareable and full of flavor. The service is usually very good and prices are reasonable.

hazelLocal guide
5 months ago

The chorizo burger was really good and full of flavor. The sweet potato fries were also good and cooked well. Unfortunately, the chicken sandwich was disappointing. It was very dry and bland, mostly just bread and chicken with little seasoning. The other item was okay, but nothing special. Overall, it was a mixed experience.

Rosario NieblesLocal guide
6 months ago

Good Eats Diner has the BEST baklava pancakes — fluffy, sweet, and perfectly crunchy. Paired with a hot cup of coffee, it was absolutely delicious. And the service was great — Michael took excellent care of us. Highly recommend!

Arts DayLocal guide
6 months ago

Not a freezer to microwave type Diner in any way. We had quality ingredients and preparations of generous portions... and a wide selection items.<br><br>I always thought the standard was a Philadelphia cheesesteak, but it turns out the New Haven cheesesteak they make is the best cheesesteak I've ever had (has three over easy eggs atop lean, soft, juicy roast beef Plus a touch of heat from I'm assuming habanero). And that's after working in Philadelphia for years. Everything we tried was great. Nice clean, bright atmosphere as well.

Phil WLocal guide
11 months ago

Good Eats Diner truly lives up to its name. I had the fried chicken entrée with mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach on the side, plus a starter of chicken orzo soup. Everything hit the mark.<br><br>The fried chicken was perfectly done with a light, crispy batter that wasn't too thick (a personal pet peeve of mine). The mashed potatoes were creamy and smooth, and the spinach was sautéed just right with olive oil and garlic. Simple, flavorful, and delicious; just the way I love my food. The chicken orzo soup was a comforting and tasty way to start the meal.<br><br>My lunch companion had the lemonade, which came in a classic malt cup and it looked freshly squeezed. It was a refreshing touch, because it is rare to see an establishment serve freshly squeezed lemonade.<br><br>The ambiance is casual, and the service was attentive without being overbearing. A great spot for classic comfort food done right.

JasonLocal guide
Edited 2 years ago

I’ve come here about once a month and I love it every time! The food is so good and priced well too for the huge portions! I recommend going with friends but good to go alone too if you want to have left overs for the next day. The staff is friendly and attentive and did I mention how much I love the food? The stuffed French toast is always my go to.

Giselle Tlapechco FloresLocal guide
3 years ago

The environment is relatively small. Seating options include booths and chairs, although most of the available seats are best suited for smaller groups of 2-4 individuals. Coffee is served once, and the cup size may be smaller than anticipated. The sandwich is a reasonable size, and the portions are worth the price paid.<br><br>During busy periods, customers may need to request a coffee refill, but refill service is offered after the restaurant has quiet down. Overall, the quality of service is average, with no exceptional aspects. It's possible that staff may have been unavailable at times due to how busy it can get.<br><br>I ordered the chicken Salad sandwich and felt like it was a bit bland I felt like it needed something more. However, I did enjoy how the bread was toasted and would like to try different types of sandwiches. My sandwich cost about $10.<br><br>If you order something with fries it usually costs like an extra $7

Drew BLocal guide
3 years ago

This place was fantastic. They were able to accommodate my family and I after my mother passed away and we went out for brunch. There was about 13 of us and they made it work. The food was delicious, service was good, street parking was decent. There are no complaints here. Definitely worth stopping in for a bite to eat if you ask me!

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