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Egg

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The Bottom Line

When do you eat at a restaurant named "Egg"? When you're craving breakfast, of course.

Head to this Williamsburg hotspot for a delicious farm-fresh breakfast (or brunch), and you'll see why Egg has such a devoted following.

Pros

  • Delicious homestyle food
  • Dishes are truly farm-fresh (Egg even owns its own farm)

Cons

  • Cash only
  • Reservations for dinner only

Description

  • 135 North 5th Street (Williamsburg)
  • (718) 302-5151
  • Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website
  • Hours: 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday; 6pm to 10pm, Wednesday to Sunday; 8am to 2pm on weekends

Guide Review - Egg

Over the past few years, Egg has garnered praise from the likes of the New York Times, New York Magazine, and various other well-known publications. What's the draw? It's a combination of great-tasting fare; reasonable prices; and artisanal, fresh ingredients that give the entire dining experience a straight-from-the-farm flair.

New Yorkers flock to this Williamsburg restaurant for dishes ranging from homemade biscuits and gravy to unbelievably delicious organic cheese-topped eggs. Families mingle with local hipsters, and the scene is low-key (and often very, very crowded).

Not sure what to order? My pick is the biscuit stuffed with Grafton cheddar cheese and artisanal country ham. Top it off with a French-press coffee, and you'll find yourself in breakfast bliss.

Good to know: Egg also serves dinner on Wednesday through Sunday. Menu options are simple but outstanding (think: perfectly fried chicken served with collard greens), making the restaurant well worth an evening visit.

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