The Corner Store

Walking into The Corner Store feels like stepping into a world where nostalgia meets glamour. Nestled in the heart of Soho, this American restaurant wraps familiar comfort food in velvet booths and marble floors, creating an atmosphere that’s equal parts swanky and playful. It’s the kind of place where servers in sharp suits might suggest pairing your meal with a cocktail rimmed in breakfast cereal—and somehow it works.

The menu reads like a love letter to the foods you grew up craving, but with serious kitchen skills behind each dish. The steak frites delivers a beautifully charred cut alongside perfectly crispy fries that you can get “disco-style” with peppercorn aioli drizzled on top. The wagyu french dip rivals some of the city’s best, arriving with an intensely savory jus that will have you licking your fingers. Even the pizza rolls—yes, fancy pizza rolls—feature flaky crusts and hefty pepperoni that make them surprisingly worth the splurge.

This is a restaurant for people who want to feel like they’re having an event, whether it’s a milestone birthday or just a Tuesday when you want to be a little extra. The crowd is scene-y, the energy is high, and there’s something delightfully absurd about ordering fried cream cheese cubes on your caesar salad. Despite the theatrical touches, the prices remain relatively grounded—skip the caviar and you can enjoy a full night out without the sticker shock.

End your meal with the Samoa sundae, a dreamy combination of coconut soft serve, caramel, and shortbread that channels the best of dessert nostalgia. The Corner Store knows exactly what it is—a place to let loose, indulge in elevated junk food, and maybe spot a celebrity or two on your way out.