MICHELIN Guide New York State
J.G. Melon
- 1291 Third Ave., New York, 10021, United States
- 15 - 25 USD • American
Take Away
All-American menu where burgers & cottage fries rule, plus desserts from Magnolia Bakery, daily
MICHELIN Guide New York State
J.G. Melon
- 1291 Third Ave., New York, 10021, United States
- 15 - 25 USD • American
MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View

Posterity will remember J.G. Melon as a classic and coveted New York institution. Make your way into this cave set upon a cozy Upper East corner, where the timeless vibe and cheery staff make up most of its allure. Drinks are steadily churned out at a dark wood bar, so arrive early to avoid the hordes.
The focus at this multi-generational saloon is the burger—perhaps paired with a lip-smacking Bloody Mary at lunch? The warm toasted bun topped with meat cooked on a griddle to rosy pink is coupled with onions, pickles and crispy crinkle-cut fries. Be forewarned: you will go through the entire stack of napkins before finishing. Other simple pleasures include standards like salads, steaks and eggs. Seal the meal with a chocolate chip-studded layer cake.
- = Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking
- ò Simple restaurant
Speciality
- Chili cup
- Hamburger
- Apple sour cream walnut pie