Eat · Greenwich Village & Washington Square

Corner Bistro

A dark West Village bar known for a cheap, thick burger since 1961: go at lunch on a weekday or late in the evening, expect a queue at weekends and bring cash if cards are not accepted.

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Key facts

Per person: US$15–30; American
Hours: unknown; see note below
Walk in: 15:00–17:00; easiest window
Seating: chairs
Card: some places; carry cash
Getting there: West 4th Street, West Village; 10 min walk

Go now?

Open?

Lunch to late night; check the day

Busy this hour

Estimate by hour below

Easiest walk-in

15:00–17:00

Reservations

Walk-in, no reservation

Paying

Bring cash

Per person

US$15–302026 estimate · check

DirectionsWhat to order ↓

Bar burger since 1961
Cheap
Cash may be needed
Order: A burger and a beer
Table seating
Walk-in window: 15:00–17:00
Queue risk: 12:00–14:00
Menu with prices on Voykit

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Directions

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Plan

When you can walk in, what to order, how to pay

Walk-in windows

12:00–14:00: risky15:00–17:00: highafter 22:00: risky

A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.

A small dark bar with booths and a short burger menu

When to go, hour by hour

desk estimate · not live

Quietest listed hour: 15:00 (light).

12:00heavyexpect a line
13:00packedexpect a long line
15:00lightlittle or no wait
18:00heavyexpect a line
19:00packedexpect a long line
21:00heavyexpect a line
23:00busya short wait is possible

Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; weekends and public holidays run one level higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.

How to order here

The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.

1Order at the bar or a table; the menu is short.
2Say how you want your burger cooked.

No shared language? Point at the dish or a photo of it. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.

What to say

In English	Say or show	Sounds like
How much is it?	How much is this?	prices are usually shown
The check, please	Can I get the check?	US usage
To go	For here or to go?	a common question at counters
Hello	Hi / Hey	casual and universal
Thank you	Thanks	said constantly

Extras, condiments and what costs extra

Cash only: Possible — Check for an ATM nearby.

Paying and tipping

Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits.

Pay when you are served.
Menu is short with fixed prices.
Check if cards are accepted; have cash ready.
Tipping: 18–22% at restaurants; $1–2 a drink; round up taxis.
Tip 18–22% at sit-down restaurants; menu prices exclude tax and tip.
Check that a service charge is not already included for groups.
Many delis and bodegas take cash only; carry small bills.

At the table

Lunch specials are cheaper than dinner at the same restaurant.

Menu and prices

2026 estimate

Bistro burgerThe classic.US$10–15order
Cheeseburger with baconA bigger version.US$12–17if hungry
Chicken sandwichAn alternative.US$10–15if hungry
Beer, pintOn tap.US$6–10if hungry
FriesA side.US$4–7if hungry

2026 estimate, US dollars.

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2 people

Bistro burgerorder
US$10–15
0
Cheeseburger with bacon
US$12–17
Contains (from menu notes, check): pork
0
Chicken sandwich
US$10–15
0
Beer, pint
US$6–10
0
Fries
US$4–7
0

Food and drink

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Menu prices are 2026 estimates (check the board or menu on the day).

Split the bill 2 ways

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Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits. Local custom: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill. Tipping calculator

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Price and paying

Typical spend: US$15–30 per person (2026 estimate)

Paying

Cashyes

Always safe.

Cardsome stalls

Check; historically cash-oriented.

mobilesome stalls

Ask.

Diet and allergies

Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.

Vegetarianask
Limited.
Show: I do not eat meat.
Veganno
Not suited.
Halalno
Not certified.
Show: No pork, please.
Gluten-freeask
Lettuce wrap.
Show: I need gluten-free.
Nut allergyask
Ask.

What is in the dishes

Cheeseburger with baconpork

Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.

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Who it suits, booking, closures

goodSolo — A bar seat.

cautionKids — A bar; go early.

poorStroller — Small room.

cautionGroups of 5+ — Wait for tables.

cautionWheelchair — Confirm.

How to book: No bookings.
How far ahead: Not needed
No-show / cancel fee: Not applicable
Dress code: Casual.

When	Status	Note
Public holidays	check before you go	Hours vary.

On the ground

Hygiene and comfort

Restrooms: Restroom on site · accessible restroom: no
Seating: Chairs at tables
Kids: kids' menu: no · stroller: poor · A bar with little room
Access: step-free: check · A small bar; confirm the entrance

Hygiene

A busy grill; standard care.

Facts

Reservations: Not taken — Walk-in only.
Capabilities: food · toilet
Getting there: West 4th Street, West Village · ~10 min walk

Cons

Small and crowded at peak times.
A bar setting; not quiet.
Payment rules can change; check for cash-only.

Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check2 parts

Dish glossary

On the menu	What it is	Order it how
Bistro burger	The house burger with a plain bun.	Ask for cheese and bacon as extras.
Pint	A large glass of beer.	Ask what is on tap.
Medium rare	A pink centre.	Say how you want it cooked.
Tab	The bill.	Ask for it at the end.

Price check

2026 estimate

locals pay: A burger is US$10–17; the price is the same for everyone.
tourist price: No tourist markup; it is a local bar.
rule: Menu is short with fixed prices.

Extra on the table	Typical charge	What to do
Cash only	Possible	Check for an ATM nearby.

Deep dive

Questions, nearby food and sources

Questions and answers

answered by Voykit editors · dated

What should I order?

The burger and a beer.

Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk

Is it crowded?

At weekends and evenings.

Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk

Is it a good burger?

It is a classic bar burger, not a gourmet one; the appeal is price and place.

Do I need cash?

Have cash ready in case.

Answers come from Voykit editors, not from other travellers.

Nearby alternatives

walk minutes · estimate

If it is closed or the line is too long

Go to Joe's Pizza (Carmine Street), about 10 min on foot; no reservation needed.

Joe's Pizza (Carmine Street)10 min walkA slice nearby

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Nearby

Straight-line distance; walk time adds 30% for streets.

Used as a seated rest node in New York in 4 days.

Sources

secondaryWikivoyage — New York City (eat)