The Stage

128 Second Ave, NY, NY 10003

Rating: 1 - Wonderful
Visit #: 7
In brief: This narrow little Ukranian diner is the greatest source of comfort and happiness. We die for the meatloaf platter, the pierogi, the kielbasa, chicken soup and the same friendly faces behind the counter.


Everything about The Stage is warm and comforting, not just the food but the atmosphere, the two guys and one waitress behind the counter. We haven't been in ages but they still remember us enough to say hi haven't seen you in ages. I was practically drooling in anticipation as we walked over, and once there, we immediately ordered our usual: 2 cups of chicken noodle soup, 1 plate of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, corn and mushroom gravy to share. After yesterday's meal, we're on a roll of two divinely inspirational lunches in a row. Where to tomorrow? The pressure's on!
Stage Restaurant, 128 Second Ave, NY, NY 10003 (btwn 7th and 8th Sts)