Hole in the Wall - Flatiron

“My wife and I enjoyed a very positive experience here recently. Food was pleasant (kimchi scramble, burger + fries, broccolini, smoothies, espresso martini, lemongrass tea) and all staff we interacted with--particularly Jake, the manager--were warm and professional. Would definitely return and recommend!”

“Last minute dinner with friends limited menu. I wanted the salmon but they were out of it. Lots of shrimp on menu I can't eat due to shellfish allergy. I ordered the chicken Parm. With spaghetti. The chicken was not warm enough and I didn't like it at all. The spaghetti was better service was fine. I wouldn't go back although we shared the wings. They were delicious”

“The atmosphere was very spacious and had lots of natural light…, though the food was a bit of a letdown. The steak I ordered had no flavor or seasoning, and the other dishes we ordered like salmon and toast were just okay.”

“The food was great, but unfortunately the service really took away from the experience. I ordered the avocado toast and the Nutella coffee both were genuinely delicious and a great start to the morning. We were actually the first ones in the restaurant and ready for breakfast, but the atmosphere quickly became uncomfortable. The music was incredibly loud, especially since we were seated right under the speakers. I politely asked the waitress if it could be turned down, but she seemed visibly annoyed, and the volume wasn’t changed at all. We ended up having to move ourselves just to be able to sit comfortably. Throughout the rest of the visit, the service felt cold and standoffish. There was no check-in from the waitress, and overall it felt like we were an inconvenience rather than guests. On top of that, the menu being entirely on your phone kind of takes away from the purpose of having attentive service in the first place. It’s a shame because the food itself was enjoyable, but the service ultimately left a negative impression and made the experience feel disappointing overall.”

“This spot offers a really solid brunch with a comprehensive menu that truly has something for everyone—from classic avocado toast and salmon toast to heavier options like pastas and burgers. I went with the Avocado Toast with a poached egg, and it didn’t disappoint. The flavors were great, and the portion was generous, which isn’t always the case with brunch spots! The main downside for me was the venue itself. I feel like there’s a lot of room for improvement regarding maintenance and aesthetics. There were several "rough around the edges" details, like chipped paint on the doors and a general lack of polish in the decor. The bathroom was a bit of a trek to get to and, unfortunately, wasn't exactly spotless. The service and the kitchen are good, the space needs a bit of a refresh.”