Breakfast downtown?

[rogerhoward]

I've got a group of surly photographers meeting downtown for breakfast; not your high-fashion, trim-waistline types per se. We're looking for someplace with great morning chow, a comfortable atmosphere (can't rush these guys out of the booth in 20 minutes!), and perhaps even a good neighborhood for walking.

Ideas?

[natincali]

The Pantry or Pete's is good too.

[ipsedixit]

I like Pete's, but unfortunately they don't serve breakfast (unless something's changed since last I was there ...)

[judge dee]

I second Pacific Dining Car - you won't be rushed.

http://www.pacificdiningcar.com/break...

[wakko11]

Pacific Dining Car serves great breakfast fare. A little pricier, though.

[davinagr]

How about Langers....Mmmmm pastrami and eggs. YUM!

[ipsedixit]

Pantry is a good rec.

Along the same lines, I would also suggest CLIFTON'S CAFETERIA - old fashioned, comfort chow and they'll provide you with your own meeting room for large groups.

Oh and don't forget PHILIPPE'S for breakfast, where coffee is less than a dime!

http://www.cliftonscafeteria.com/

http://www.philippes.com/menu/

[TomSwift]

Agreed. Be sure to order the sourdough toast and potatoes "well done" and avoid the ham if your're a ham lover. I find it watery and flacid, but with a great char that promises more flavor than the meat can deliver.

[monku]

The Pantry. Good hearty manly breakfast.

http://www.pantrycafe.com/