Golden Diner Menu With Prices 2026 – NYC Full Guide
Are you searching for the complete Golden Diner menu with prices for 2026? You found it. Golden Diner is one of New York City’s most celebrated and talked-about restaurants, tucked beneath the Manhattan Bridge at 123 Madison Street in the Two Bridges neighborhood of Chinatown — and it has earned a devoted following for its brilliantly creative Asian-American take on classic New York diner food.
At USAmenuhub.com, we make it simple to explore the Golden Diner menu 2026, organized into every category from the official menus: Breakfast & Lunch, Dinner, Sandwiches & Burgers, Soups & Salads, Shared Plates, Sweets, Sides & Add Ons, Drinks, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, and the full Catering Menu. You will also find Golden Diner reservations info, hours, and catering ordering details all in one place.
Full Golden Diner Menu With Prices 2026
This guide is based on the official menu sourced directly from the restaurant, verified with current 2026 pricing across all meal periods. Whether you are a first-time visitor planning your brunch or a repeat regular checking for seasonal updates, the Golden Diner menu listed here will help you plan every visit and every bite.
Breakfast & Lunch Menu
The Golden Diner breakfast menu is where the magic truly begins — and where the restaurant built its reputation as one of the most exciting morning spots in all of New York City. Chef Sam Yoo’s approach takes every classic diner staple and gives it a precise, thoughtful Asian-American twist that makes even the most familiar dishes feel completely new.
The Golden Diner breakfast menu is served daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with gluten-free substitutes available upon request.
Breakfast
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Homemade Granola & Yogurt | Pumpkin seeds, cranberries, flax seeds, orange zest | $11 |
| Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando | Soft scrambled eggs, American cheese, hash brown patty on sesame scallion milk bun | $13 |
| Two Eggs, How You Want ‘Em | Two eggs any style, home fries, toast (white, rye, or multigrain) | $13 |
| Golden Omelette | Home fries, toast, choose up to 3 fillings from Swiss, cheddar, spinach, mushroom, bacon & more | $15 |
| Breakfast Burrito | Soft scrambled eggs, American cheese, refried beans, crispy potatoes, pico de gallo | $14 |
| Honey Butter Pancakes | Fluffy pancakes, honey maple butter, lemon zest | Single $12 / Double $16 |
Add-ons: Bacon or sausage +$4 | Avocado +$3.50 | Berry compote +$4 | Make it vegan +$1.50
Soups & Salads
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Matzoh Ball Soup | Fluffy matzoh ball, vegetables, homemade chicken broth | $12 |
| Vegan Caesar Salad | Baby romaine, vegan caesar dressing, garlic croutons | $15 |
| Thai Cobb Salad | Soft cooked egg, bacon, spiced peanuts, fresh Asian herbs, thai bird vinaigrette | $18 |
| Chili Crisp Wedge Salad | Chili crisp à la Fat Choy, iceberg, vegan ranch, blue “cheese,” mushroom “bacon” | $18 |
Add-ons for salads: Avocado +$3.50 | Crispy chicken +$9
Shared Plates
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Korean Fried Chicken Wings | Tossed in garlic gochujang glaze, pickled daikon | $18 |
| Mushroom Reuben Quesadilla | Pastrami-spiced portobello, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, russian dressing | $17 |
| Vegan Nachos | Cashew nacho “cheese,” corn nixtamal chips, fermented black beans, pico, pickled jalapeños | $18 |
Sandwiches & Burgers
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lemongrass Avocado Toast | Lemongrass, galangal, Thai basil, fresh turmeric | $16 |
| Vegan Grilled Cheese & Kimchi Tomato Soup | Chili cheddar & smoked gouda “cheese,” garlic oil, griddled white bread, cup of soup | $16 |
| Sam’s Tuna Melt | American cheese, salt & vinegar kettle chips, griddled rye bread | $16 |
| Chicken Katsu Club | Chicken cutlet, bacon, red cabbage slaw, katsu sauce, lettuce, tomato | $20 |
| Vegetalian Hero | Charred marinated yuba, avocado, salad greens, spicy red pepper sauce | $18 |
| Golden Cheeseburger | 6oz. charred Happy Valley beef patty, mushroom gochujang sauce, Pickle Guys b&b pickles | $19 |
Make it Deluxe — served with french fries & pickle +$5 | Sub home fries +$6
Sweets
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Green Tea Coffee Cake | Made with matcha and hojicha | $7 |
| Thai Tea Tres Leches Cake | Chantilly cream, toasted coconut, lime zest | $12 |
| Pistachio Rice Puddin’ | Coconut milk, orange, candied cardamom pistachios | $12 |
Sides & Add Ons
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Yogurt | $6 |
| Half Avocado | $4.50 |
| Tofu Scramble | $5 |
| 2 Eggs | $5 |
| Toast | $5 |
| Green Salad | $9 |
| Vegan NY Kimchi | Side $5 / 16 oz $11 |
| French Fries | $9 |
| Home Fries | $10 |
| Crispy Chicken | $9 |
| Applewood Smoked Bacon | $5 |
| Pat LaFrieda Sausage | $5 |
| Red Cabbage Slaw / Pickled Daikon | $5 |
| Pico de Gallo / Cheese / Extra Sauces | $2 |
Dinner Menu
The Golden Diner dinner menu maintains the same beloved spirit as breakfast and lunch while leaning into a slightly more evening-forward lineup of soups, salads, shared plates, and the full sandwich and burger selection. All-day breakfast favorites are also available during dinner, meaning you can order the iconic Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando or the Honey Butter Pancakes at 8:00 PM with absolutely no judgment.
Soups & Salads
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Matzoh Ball Soup | Fluffy matzoh ball, vegetables, homemade chicken broth | $12 |
| Vegan Caesar Salad | Baby romaine, vegan caesar dressing, garlic croutons | $15 |
| Thai Cobb Salad | Soft cooked egg, bacon, spiced peanuts, fresh Asian herbs, thai bird vinaigrette | $18 |
| Chili Crisp Wedge Salad | Chili crisp, iceberg, vegan ranch, blue “cheese,” mushroom “bacon” | $18 |
Breakfast All Day
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando | Soft scrambled eggs, American cheese, hash brown patty, sesame scallion milk bun | $13 |
| Two Eggs, How You Want ‘Em | Two eggs any style, home fries, toast | $13 |
| Breakfast Burrito | Scrambled eggs, American cheese, refried beans, crispy potatoes, pico de gallo | $14 |
| Honey Butter Pancakes | Fluffy pancakes, honey maple butter, lemon zest | Single $12 / Double $16 |
Shared Plates
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Korean Fried Chicken Wings | Garlic gochujang glaze, pickled daikon | $18 |
| Mushroom Reuben Quesadilla | Pastrami-spiced portobello, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, russian dressing | $17 |
| Vegan Nachos | Cashew nacho “cheese,” corn nixtamal chips, fermented black beans, pico, jalapeños | $18 |
Sandwiches & Burgers
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vegan Grilled Cheese & Kimchi Tomato Soup | Chili cheddar & smoked gouda “cheese,” garlic oil, white bread, cup of soup | $16 |
| Sam’s Tuna Melt | American cheese, salt & vinegar kettle chips, griddled rye bread | $16 |
| Chicken Katsu Club | Chicken cutlet, bacon, red cabbage slaw, katsu sauce, lettuce, tomato | $20 |
| Vegetalian Hero | Charred marinated yuba, avocado, salad greens, spicy red pepper sauce | $18 |
| Golden Cheeseburger | 6oz. charred Happy Valley beef patty, mushroom gochujang sauce, Pickle Guys b&b pickles | $19 |
Sweets
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Green Tea Coffee Cake | Made with matcha and hojicha | $7 |
| Thai Tea Tres Leches Cake | Chantilly cream, toasted coconut, lime zest | $12 |
| Pistachio Rice Puddin’ | Coconut milk, orange, candied cardamom pistachios | $12 |
Drinks Menu
The Golden Diner drinks menu is as thoughtfully curated as the food — featuring a rotating lineup of natural wines, Korean spirits, soju-based cocktails, local craft beers, and simple non-alcoholic options that pair beautifully with every meal period.
Coffee & Tea
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Drip Coffee | $3 |
| Cold Brew | $5 |
| Iced Tea | $4.50 |
| Harney & Sons Hot Teas (Chamomile, Green, Peppermint) | $3.50 |
Juice & House Specials
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Orange Juice | $4 |
| Yuzu Ade | $6 |
Soda & Seltzer
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Moshi Soda (Matcha or Oolong Lychee) | $5 |
| Mexican Coke | $4 |
| Mexican Sprite | $4 |
| Diet Coke | $3 |
| Bruce Cost Ginger Ale (Unfiltered) | $4 |
| Topo Chico Sparkling Water | $4 |
Cocktails
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Tonic (seasonal) | Hallasan 21 soju, green plum, ginger, chamomile | $14 |
| Pick Me Up | Hallasan 21 soju, Maxim coffee, cream, vanilla, cocoa | $14 |
| Golden Punch | Passion fruit sangria, soju-infused oranges | $14 |
| Omija Negroni | Seoul Night plum soju, omija “Campari,” sweet vermouth | $14 |
| Yuzu Palmer | Yuzuade, darjeeling soju, bitters | $14 |
| Mimosa | Served with French sparkling | $13 |
| Soju Bloody Mary | Hallasan 21 soju, spicy McClure’s, cucumber, Tabasco | $14 |
Beer & Cider
| Item | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Stay Green Brewing Co., Mind Gold Ale | Draft | Pint $8 / Pitcher $30 |
| Flagship Brewing, Birra Locale Pilsner | Draft | Pint $8 / Pitcher $30 |
| Sloop Brewing, Juice Bomb IPA | Draft | Pint $8 / Pitcher $30 |
| Saltfields Brewing, Nodogoshi Rice Lager | Draft | Pint $8 / Pitcher $30 |
| Tecate | Can | $6 |
| Half Sour Cider, BK Cider House (12 oz) | Can | $8 |
Korean Spirits
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hallasan 21, Rice Soju (375ml) | Distilled rice, volcanic water from Jeju Island, ABV 21% | $16 |
| Seoul Night, Plum Soju (375ml) | Golden ripened Korean plum liquor, ABV 23% | $32 |
| Makku, Korean Unfiltered Rice Drink (12 oz) | Original or mango | $8 |
Natural Wine (Glass / Bottle)
| Wine | Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Montagnieu Sparkling NV | Bright, balanced, lemon herbal notes | $14 / $54 |
| La Val, Albariño 2024 | Lightly floral, mineral driven, bay leaf | $13 / $50 |
| Sunny Side, Vidal Blanc & Cayuga 2024 | Pear and apple, playful acid | $13 / $50 |
| Meinklang, Pinot Gris & Traminer 2023 | Jasmine and clementine, orange wine | $13 / $50 |
| Big Orange, Muscat Canelli & Albariño 2023 | Tropical fruit, zesty citrus | $14 / $70 (liter) |
| En Roue Libre, Gamay 2022 | Lively fruit, rosemary, grippy tannin | $14 / $54 |
| Laguzelle, Syrah 2023 | Ripe cherries, violets, white pepper | $13 / $50 |
Golden Diner Catering Menu
Golden Diner offers a full catering menu for office events, private gatherings, celebrations, and corporate lunches — delivered directly from the kitchen at 123 Madison Street. All catering orders come in servings of 10, must be placed at least 48 hours in advance, and require a credit card on file.
Catering Breakfast
| Item | Price (10 servings) |
|---|---|
| Scrambled Eggs | $45 |
| Tofu Scramble | $45 |
| Bacon | $45 |
| Sausage | $45 |
| Home Fries | $90 |
| French Fries | $80 |
| Toast (white, multigrain, or rye) | $45 |
| Avocado | $45 |
| Homemade Granola & Yogurt | $100 |
| Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando | $120 |
| Breakfast Burrito | $130 |
| Honey Butter Pancakes | $150 |
Add-ons: Sausage, bacon, or avocado +$3/person | Berry compote +$4/person
Catering Sandwiches
| Item | Price (10 servings) |
|---|---|
| Vegan Grilled Cheese | $120 |
| Sam’s Tuna Melt | $145 |
| Chicken Katsu Club | $185 |
| Vegetalian Hero | $165 |
| Golden Cheeseburger | $175 |
Catering Shared Plates
| Item | Price (10 servings) |
|---|---|
| Green Salad | $80 |
| Vegan Caesar Salad | $140 |
| Thai Cobb Salad | $165 |
| Vegan Chili Crisp Wedge Salad | $165 |
| Vegan Nachos | $165 |
| Korean Fried Chicken | $165 |
| Mushroom Reuben Quesadilla | $155 |
Catering Sweets
| Item | Price (10 servings) |
|---|---|
| Green Tea Coffee Cake | $65 |
| Thai Tea Tres Leches Cake | $110 |
Catering Drinks
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Jugs | 96 oz. | $45 |
| Cold Brew | 96 oz. | $50 |
| Iced Tea | 96 oz. | $40 |
| Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice | 1 gallon | $35 |
| Bottled Soda | Coke / Sprite / Bruce Cost Ginger Ale / Topo Chico | $4/bottle |
| Canned Soda | Diet Coke | $3/can |
How to Order Golden Diner Menu Online?
Golden Diner offers both online ordering for delivery and pickup, as well as reservations for weekday and weeknight dining. Here is how to place your order or book your table:
- Visit the official Golden Diner website and navigate to the Menu or Order section.
- For delivery and pickup, Golden Diner is available through major delivery platforms including DoorDash, Grubhub, and Seamless.
- For reservations, book your table through Resy.
- Note for weekend brunch: Golden Diner NYC does not take reservations for weekend brunch. Walk-ins only — add your name to the waitlist at the door and expect a wait, especially after 10:00 AM.
- Arrive early for weekends — the restaurant seats just 30 guests inside, so arriving right at 9:00 AM opening time gives you the best chance at a table without a long wait.
- Call the restaurant at (917) 472-7800 for any questions about menu modifications, dietary restrictions, or special requests.
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Golden Diner Restaurant History
Golden Diner officially opened its doors on March 29, 2019, at 123 Madison Street in the Two Bridges section of Chinatown. The restaurant was founded by Chef Sam Yoo, a born-and-raised New Yorker who had spent years honing his craft in some of the city’s most demanding kitchens, including David Chang’s Momofuku Ko and Rich Torrisi and Mario Carbone’s Torrisi Italian Specialties.
The early days were packed and electric, and then came the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, which forced the restaurant to pivot hard into outdoor dining, pickup, and delivery. Yoo kept the kitchen running, adapted the menu, and pushed through. Then in 2021, a fire temporarily closed Golden Diner, testing the team’s resilience once again. But the restaurant bounced back both times, emerging with a stronger identity and an even more devoted following.
In February 2025, Chef Sam Yoo expanded his empire by opening Golden HOF and NY Kimchi in a 6,500-square-foot space on 48th Street in Midtown, directly across from Rockefeller Center — a deeply personal project set in the same space where his parents once ran their own restaurant. Golden Diner has received recognition from the James Beard Foundation, Food & Wine, New York Magazine, Vogue, Eater, and The Infatuation, cementing its place as one of the most important and beloved restaurants in New York City. Today, the Golden Diner menu continues to evolve with seasonal specials while keeping the iconic dishes that started it all at the center of every service.
Golden Diner Location
Golden Diner is a single-location, chef-owned restaurant in New York City. Here is everything you need to know to plan your visit:
Address: 123 Madison St, New York, NY 10002
Neighborhood: Golden Diner sits in the Two Bridges section of lower Manhattan, right at the base of the Manhattan Bridge in Chinatown. The location puts it within walking distance of the Lower East Side, Little Italy, and the Brooklyn Bridge — making it a natural stop for both locals and visitors exploring downtown Manhattan.
Parking: Street parking is available on Madison St and surrounding blocks, though spots are competitive in this dense neighborhood.
Seating: The restaurant seats approximately 30 guests inside, including a counter bar where you can watch the open kitchen in action.
Golden Diner Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Golden Diner Dining Experience – What to Expect
Walking into Golden Diner, you immediately understand why this tiny 30-seat spot beneath the Manhattan Bridge has attracted more attention than restaurants ten times its size. The space is small, warm, and unpretentious — a narrow open kitchen behind a diner counter where Chef Sam Yoo and his team work in full view of every guest.
Here is what makes the Golden Diner NYC dining experience so genuinely special:
- The Honey Butter Pancakes — arguably the most talked-about pancakes in New York City, finished with lemon zest and a honey maple butter that carries a secret touch of soy sauce, reminiscent of Korean honey-butter chips and unlike anything you have had before
- Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando — the signature breakfast sandwich on a house-made sesame scallion milk bun with a crispy hash brown patty tucked inside, a dish that defines what Golden Diner is all about
- 25% vegan menu — a deliberate, community-driven decision by Chef Sam Yoo to serve the diverse Lower Manhattan neighborhood, with fully vegan options in every category from nachos to grilled cheese
- James Beard-recognized cooking with fine dining technique applied to diner food, resulting in dishes that are deeply satisfying and genuinely impressive without ever feeling precious or overpriced
- Korean-forward cocktail list featuring soju-based builds, natural wines, and local NYC craft beers on draft — making Golden Diner equally great for a morning coffee or a proper evening night out
- Rotating specials that feature even more adventurous Asian-American flavor combinations beyond the core menu, rewarding repeat visits
- Weekend brunch walk-in culture that creates a lively, communal atmosphere — guests wait together, share the counter, and leave having had a shared New York experience that is hard to replicate anywhere else
- Catering available for groups and corporate events, bringing the full Golden Diner menu experience directly to your office or venue
The overall atmosphere at Golden Diner is exactly what New York City dining should feel like — honest, exciting, community-driven, and genuinely delicious from the first bite to the very last drop of cold brew.
Golden Diner Competitors
Russ & Daughters Cafe (Lower East Side) — A legendary New York institution just a few blocks away, renowned for its smoked fish, bagels, and traditional Jewish-American diner fare.
Nom Wah Tea Parlor (Chinatown) — One of Manhattan’s oldest dim sum restaurants, sitting just around the corner from Golden Diner in the heart of Chinatown.
Clinton St. Baking Company (Lower East Side) — A well-loved Lower East Side brunch spot celebrated for its fluffy pancakes and weekend egg dishes.
Egg Shop (NoLIta) — A modern, ingredient-forward breakfast and lunch concept known for its creative egg-based dishes, clean aesthetic, and quality-first approach.
Golden Diner stands above all of its competitors by delivering something genuinely rare in New York City dining — a restaurant with a real point of view, a neighborhood identity, and food that consistently exceeds every expectation at every price point.
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Conclusion
The Golden Diner menu represents one of the most creative, community-driven, and genuinely delicious dining experiences available anywhere in New York City. From the iconic, fluffy Honey Butter Pancakes with their soy-spiked honey maple butter to the golden, crispy Chinatown Egg & Cheese Sando on a house-made sesame scallion milk bun, every dish on the Golden Diner menu carries Chef Sam Yoo’s singular vision of what Asian-American cooking can be when it is rooted in a real neighborhood, a real community, and a real point of view.
Whether you are lining up at 9:00 AM on a Saturday morning for a coveted weekend brunch spot, sliding in for a weeknight dinner with a Yuzu Palmer in hand, or ordering a full catering spread for your next office event, Golden Diner NYC delivers the kind of meal you will be talking about long after the plates are cleared.
Sandra J. Depriest is a passionate food culture writer at USAMenuhub.com, where she explores the flavors, stories, and traditions behind America’s diverse dining scene. From local favorites to national chains, Sandra brings menus to life with detailed insights, historical context, and a love for authentic food experiences. Her writing bridges culinary curiosity with practical guidance, helping readers discover what to order and why it matters.
