Vynl Hells Kitchen (Closed Permanently)

A step above the typical "gay diner"

Every gayborhood has these spots. Diner food where you can fill your belly before you start drinking for the night. Everyone has a bit of a different feel, but this seems to be a necessity in gay areas for some reason or another. Vynl is a step up from a lot of those with drinks, and over the top decor, and some unique food options, like the shrimp with taquitos and sweet potatoe puree I had when I was there.

Fun, Trendy "Diner"

Really fun for an evening meal.. Food is always REALLY good. They've been slammed for their service in the past, but I think they've really worked on it. I've gotten very attentive service the last few times I've been there. Always a very good looking crowd.

SO Disappointed...

Vynl used to be my favorite restaurant in the city. When they closed recently for a refresh, I thought all that would change was the decor. While the decor has been updated a little, what really changed was the menu- FOR THE WORSE. Gone are all the items my friends and I used to rave about, (the stir-fry, the butternut soup, even the grilled cheese!) and instead they've cut the menu in half and added some strange new items. (Why would I go to Vynl for schnitzel and spatzle when I can get them at the German place 2 doors down for half the price?) The service, which used to be great, was slow, even though the place was just about empty. All the things that used to make Vynl great (low prices, great menu variety, relaxed atmosphere, great service) are gone.

lame.

there's one in chelsea that's just as lame. everyone's pretentious there. from the waiters to the b*tchy bartenders who can't make a good margarita to save their life. the food's fine but the staff makes everything taste sour. skip it and save $50.

Pretty crowd, Ok food, inattentive service

This is probably the gayest spot in Hell's Kitchen. Was there on a Friday night and it was packed with boys on their way out to the local bars. The food was just ok, but I think you come here more for the energy than the food. Our waiter was more interested in hanging with friends that night, so we had to chase other waiters for whatever we needed. A highlight: The fun bathrooms are all themed (Dolly, Cher, Nelly) and decorated to match with the artist's music playing.