Originally Posted by
Analise
The OP wants a diner. That's it. Not cheap Thai or inexpensive Italian.

There is a diner that has delicious breakfasts and reasonably priced meals for dinner. I assume you'll be eating lunch at your conference?
The Olympic Diner. 8th Ave between 48th and 49th on the west side of the street, exactly the location you want.
http://www.menupages.com/restaurantd...taurantid=3606
You're correct. I read too quickly and thought diner was dinner.