Stylish LES brunch-and-all-day spot with standout hotcakes, creative small plates, and lively vibe; food shines but waits, tight seating, and uneven service are real tradeoffs.
Sonnyboy delivers solid neighborhood brunch appeal through strong food quality anchored by its celebrated ricotta hotcake and creative small plates, but inconsistent execution on coffee and seasoning prevents higher standing. Service splits between friendly and stretched, while tight seating and winter drafts limit comfort—yet the LES destination factor and reasonable pricing make it competitive with the area's better neighborhood brunch spots, especially for those willing to navigate weekend waits.
One caveat: Reservation and seating delays are common on busy weekends; plan buffer time