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The Gem Saloon

375 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016
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Breakfast, Brunch
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

The Gem Saloon 7.5
Murray Hill
Vibes: Brunch Bliss Spots Girls Night Out Approved Group Dining Gatherings Happy Hour Hotspots
The Gem Saloon is a sprawling bar in Murray Hill that flips into a bottomless-style brunch destination with avocado toast, chicken and waffles, and big pitchers. It’s less about delicate plating and more about long tables, sports on TV, and a social brunch that can stretch into afternoon.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken & Waffles, Avocado Toast, Breakfast Burrito
Scores:
Value: 7.2 Service: 7 Consistency: 7.4 Food Quality: 7.7 Atmosphere: 8.6 Cultural Relevance: 6.2
What makes it special: Large-format bar brunch built around bottomless drinks and crowd energy.
Who should go: Groups prioritizing fun, loud brunch over refined dishes.
When to visit: Weekend mid-afternoon when the room is fully buzzing.
What to order: Chicken & Waffles, Avocado Toast, Breakfast Burrito.
Insider tip: Reserve a large table if you’re doing bottomless with a big group.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited and competitive; nearby paid garages are the most reliable option during brunch hours.
Dress code: Casual-to-trendy; jeans, sneakers, and brunch-ready outfits fit right in—no need to dress up.
Noise level: Loud and energetic — conversation requires raised voices, especially during peak brunch.
Weekend wait: Not applicable — this spot is primarily brunch and bar-focused rather than dinner-driven.
Weekday lunch: Minimal to no wait outside of special events or sports-heavy afternoons.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — avocado toast, egg-based dishes, and a few brunch-friendly vegetarian plates.
Vegan options: Limited — modifications possible for toast and sides, but not a vegan-forward menu.
Gluten-free options: Limited — some egg dishes and sides work, but cross-contamination is likely.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal. It’s loud, high-energy, and more party-focused than intimate—better for group hangs than quiet chemistry.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes for small groups if you arrive early; large parties doing bottomless should reserve ahead to avoid long waits.
Is it kid-friendly? Earlier daytime hours can work for kids, but the vibe quickly shifts to adults-only party energy by midday.
Best For
Better for: Better for big-group bottomless brunch, sports-on-TV energy, and social drinking than most Murray Hill brunch spots.
Skip if: Skip if you want quiet conversation, refined food, or a romantic brunch setting.