Joseph Leonard
About Joseph Leonard
Joseph Leonard is a New American restaurant in New York, serving fare from breakfast to late-night at 170 Waverly Pl. Much of its character comes from a rustic space that holds just a few tables, giving the room a focused, unhurried feel. The menu leans into morning and brunch staples, with Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs and Baguette French Toast anchoring the plate list. Because the room is small, a wait is common during peak hours.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- Good for kidsFamily friendly
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
52 dishes · mains $8–35Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cauliflower appetizer, burger, trout and egg sandwich.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cauliflower appetizer, burger, trout and egg sandwich.
Customer Review Summary
The egg sandwich emerges as a standout, described as incredibly flavorful and filling despite its small size, while the baguette French toast earns praise as the best one reviewer has had, crispy and lightly sweetened. The cauliflower appetizer, trout, burger, and banoffee also draw repeated compliments. Diners consistently highlight the cozy, intimate atmosphere and the welcoming, friendly service, with several singling out specific staff recommendations. A recurring note is the restaurant's very small size, which creates tight seating and often means a wait without a reservation; multiple reviewers suggest booking ahead. One dog owner adds that the outdoor area does not feel dog-friendly despite the location's potential.
Customer Review Summary
The egg sandwich emerges as a standout, described as incredibly flavorful and filling despite its small size, while the baguette French toast earns praise as the best one reviewer has had, crispy and lightly sweetened. The cauliflower appetizer, trout, burger, and banoffee also draw repeated compliments. Diners consistently highlight the cozy, intimate atmosphere and the welcoming, friendly service, with several singling out specific staff recommendations. A recurring note is the restaurant's very small size, which creates tight seating and often means a wait without a reservation; multiple reviewers suggest booking ahead. One dog owner adds that the outdoor area does not feel dog-friendly despite the location's potential.
Featured reviews
- Marshall Shaffer
“I was able to walk in and sit at the bar on a rainy weekday, and it was a very cozy experience! Liked the burger a good bit and really enjoyed nestling into this spot.”
- Dana
“I really enjoyed dining here. The hostess and waiter were very nice and friendly. He recommended the cauliflower and the burger. Both of which were delicious. Ended dinner with some tea and the banoffee - so good! I’ll definitely be coming back here.”
- Emma Romano
“This is truly the best restaurant group in NYC. The food never misses, and the service is always the absolute best at all of their locations. My friend and I were in need of a good night of wining and dining—we were seated at the bar, and …”
- skyler guidera
“Had such a great experience at Joseph Leonard for a birthday dinner. We arrived very early for our reservation not expecting to get seated almost immediately. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I had the duck special which was incredible paired with a wine that our server recommended. My boyfriend had the trout with farrow and leeks also incredible and cooked perfectly. Overall will be going back and thank you to our server and the maitre d’ for making our night so special!”
- Nick Knutson
“It's my favorite restaurant in the entire city. A little slice of wisconsin in the heart of Manhattan. Midwest friendliness with amazing food. They also play the best music. The ambiance is romantic yet homey at the same time. Keep it up little Wisco.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“New American fare served from breakfast to late-night in a rustic space with just a few tables.”
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for popular for lunch
Amenities
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed outside
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
Show more amenities
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Offers kerbside pickup
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Dining options· 7
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
- Highlights· 4
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for· 4
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Location
How Joseph Leonard compares to nearby restaurants
- Joseph Leonard · This shop4.61,381 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: cauliflower appetizer, burger, trout
- 2,075 reviews0.1 mi
Mentioned in reviews: steak frites, crème brûlée, escargots
- Buvette4.44,357 reviews0.2 mi
Mentioned in reviews: pain perdu, scrambled eggs, croque madam
- 956 reviews0.3 mi
Mentioned in reviews: focaccia, pannacotta, peach and tomato salad
Joseph Leonard This shop | Petite Boucherie | Buvette | Osteria Carlina West Village | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6(1,381) | 4.7(2,075) | 4.4(4,357) | 4.7(956) | |
| Price | $20–70 | $40–80 | $20–60 | $50–100 |
| Distance | — | 0.1 mi | 0.2 mi | 0.3 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Vegan options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Vegetarian options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Reservations | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
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