Looking for a charming, unpretentious, reasonably priced spot to eat in Yorkville? Think it's impossible? Think again!
Across the street from Nervosa, of the second floor of a squat bunker of an office building is one of Yorkville's most delightful secrets - Flo's diner.
This is a true diner - with a no-nonsense attitude, staff that know how to turn tables in the blink of an eye, and an all day breakfast menu to help combat any hangover.
I've been coming to Flo's for seven years and have learnt to live it for many reasons. At first it was their glorious sun trap of a patio that had me coming back. Then I was taken in by their epic grilled cheese sandwiches - built on thick Texas toast and grilled to crispy perfection. Definitely get these with the fries and bacon inside - and a milkshake or malt on the side. Then studiously ignore the plastic surgeon's offices that share the building on your way out.
But mostly, come here for brunch, or breakfast. The eggs bennies are some of the best in the city, the service is spot on, the cups of coffee are constantly refilled and the retro decor is sure to charm all your friends and family.
Who says an old dog can't learn new tricks? They now have gluten free bread and a great awareness of which items (beware the hollandaise sauce!) contain gluten.
Yorkville has soul - you just need to look up to find it.