Friedman's is the truest love of my life. Every single thing we tried was 5/5. We came after a race in the park and they had to accommodate a lot of people, but we still felt like we were the only people there. Their seasonal cocktails are a must-try if you drink at all. This was basically heaven for me. read more

Friedman's - Crab Cake Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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I will not forgive Friedman's for taking over Community Kitchen's space. I know they're under the same management, but Community became a brunch favorite of ours and we'd look forward to stopping by on the weekend! The food was amazing & we loved everything on the menu. Friedman's is NOT the same. No originality, no standouts, the food is bland and you leave feeling like you got fleeced. They said they would "combine" the menus but they seemed to keep all of the Friedman's mediocre menu selections and chose to add 2 or 3 of Community's items. I love the community rice bowl but can't stand visiting the location & supporting Friedman's. read more

Friedman's is always a solid go-to spot for me. The wait time was less than 20 minutes for the Saturday brunch crowd. But it was still packed with people and a great energy. Plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone with allergies/avoidances. I've never had a broccoli reuben before, but this might have changed my opinion and I'll be actively looking for this item everywhere I go. read more

Friedman's - Broccoli Reuben - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Friedman's on 72nd street used to be a wonderful restaurant for lunch or a light dinner. My wife and I were thrilled when they first opened here. But as the chain has expanded the food has suffered and declined. And, after lunch today we won't return. Pastrami hash was completely tasteless. Asian chicken salad had dried out chicken and some strange noodles - unlike anything we've eaten there before. Good service, good ambiance -- boring, tasteless food. Very sad. read more

Kate is the best server! Super helpful (and the coolest earrings) love our trips to Friedman's. Tomato soup, Tuna Melt and a black coffee may be something your grandpa would order, but only because he is a man of great taste. 10/10 read more

Friedman's - Tuna Melt, Tomato Soup, Drip Coffee by La Colombe.coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

A really classic and casual spot to grab a meal with friends and/or family! They have a really extensive menu and many options for various dietary restrictions. I've had the BLAT sandwich and chicken chilaquiles in the past, both of which were very good. Prices are typical for what you'd expect to spend for a weekend brunch in the city but portion sizes are fairly large and we've always left satisfied. read more

Came in for breakfast without a reservation (like 9:30 am), was immediately seated. Really enjoyed the food, the ambiance, the quick service. We had the French toast and the nova benny. Hard back chairs, comfy seating. I've sat at the bar as well and those are comfy and fun seats as well. Recommend a reservation if you come in during brunch hours - it gets busy! read more

Friedman's - Nova benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Ordered delivery from here last night to give it a try. I ordered the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich. It comes with herb fries. The herb fries I prefer crispier but the fresh rosemary they sprinkled on them made up for it. Delicious. Came with ketchup. The buttermilk fried chicken sandwich is boneless thigh, tomato, lettuce, pickles, sriracha aoli on a toasted brioche bun. It was very good! I did get a couple bones in my chicken but they were small. My bun was a little over toasted on the top but I didn't mind the char. Everything arrived on time and was hot. $18 meal. It's a great portion size for the price. Very filling! I definitely recommend trying this place. :) read more

Friedman's - Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich and Herb Fries yummmm, $18 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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The hostess was fabulous, our waitress (Christine) was excellent & the food & fresh juice mimosas didn't disappoint!! Get you some! read more

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We waited only a few seconds to get a table (it was at noonn). The waitress was very cute and helpful. Also the people at the bar communicate with our kids with a smile. The food was tasty and our kids at all! We ate an hamburger, avocado sandwich, salad. I definitely recommend :) read more

The turkey BLT sandwich was the best sandwich I have had in a long time. The service was great and the ambiance was very homey and comfortable. The three of us all enjoyed our food! It was a huge relief after eating at Katz the previous day which was no good in any way. I wished I lived there just to go back to Friedmans! read more

I will go 4 1/2 stars. Ate at the 72nd St location Saturday with GF around noon, waited about 10 minutes for a table as they don't take reservations. They do a good job of turning over the tables quickly, the restaurant was full the entire time we were there. As someone else commented, it took 20 minutes or so for the meal to come out. However, as we sat at the bar we could see in addition to the dining room, we noticed the volume of take out orders is very large, so the wait was understood. GF had the Tofu Scramble, first time eating tofu, overall she enjoyed and would order again. As I'm more the traditional type when it comes to breakfast food I chose the Eggs with Style. Scrambled eggs, potato hash (with caramelized onions), bacon, and toast. Eggs were moist and freshly cooked which is a big plus, potato hash with the onions was flavored well, the turkey bacon, 4 strips, were thick, tasty and not too greasy. Portions were sufficient, not overwhelmingly large as we were in the city for the weekend and leftovers tend to be a waste, I can't remember having a better tasting brunch/breakfast meal. Chris, the GM was friendly, informative, on top of things, a customer service pro, also suggested the Tofu Scramble and added to our pleasant time spent in this restaurant. read more

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Pretty decent brunch option on UWS. We had the burger and pastrami sandwich. Neither was earth shattering but pretty decent. Swapped regular fries for sweet potato. Service was a bit slow and loads of kids running around but otherwise not overly chaotic lol read more

Stopped here for lunch because I had noticed a very long line out front earlier in the day. Decided to sit outside under a heat lamp since I had my dog with me. I went inside to check in and was told a waiter would be right with me. I waited over 45 min for someone to come out and take my order, only once I had gone inside again to remind them I was waiting. I ordered a grilled cheese and tomato soup- which took another 30 minutes to come out. The tomato soup was hot and fresh, but flavors were average; left me longing for something more. Grilled cheese may have been better if brought out once it was made, it has clearly been sitting on a counter for quite some time. The table next to us sat down after us, and got food, ate, and paid their bill before us- not sure how they managed that, but I would advise if you stop here, order ASAP since it takes a longggg time. 3 stars because service was so slow and underwhelming. read more

They were under construction when I came for a visit but they still invited us into eat. So I ended up sitting in the bagel place next door... while they came around to serve us? it was weird... we weren't really impressed by the food either. Meh. read more

Impossible burger at Friedman's Mediocre at best Overpriced as if it were Cafe food yet not as good as the diner I wouldn't recommend read more

Friedman's - Impossible burger at Friedman's Mediocre at best Overpriced Cafe prices yet not as good as food at the diner I wouldn't recommend - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

We had breakfast on Saturday with friends. The service was great. Our server was so positive and professional. Everyone enjoyed the food. Great presentation and it was delicious. The only thing I have to say is the tea was not hot. The only way to get it hotter was to microwave and it still was not hot enough. Invest in a kettle. Great breakfast place and a great new location. Looking forward to lunch or dinner. read more

i have been thinking abt the broccoli reuben for over a week since eating here. service was great, it's a nice clean spot + the sandwich knocked my socks off. we chose Friedman's due to having a gluten free diner in our midst, but i was thrilled to be able to eat my sandwich with full gluten. however, everyone left with an exceptionally full and happy stomach. read more

Friedman's - Broccoli Reuben - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Had a nice Rosh Hashana dinner with some friends. We started with complimentary apples and honey-apple slices were fresh and crispy. We each had a bowl of house-made matzoh ball soup-nice texture but could have used some seasoning. Then we shared: Korean wings-delicious, Mac and cheese- very tasty, sweet potato fries- nicely sliced and fresh, yucca fries- chunky. A bit dry but went well with the garlic and avocado aiolis. Service was good and the atmosphere was pleasant. Prices are reasonable for UWS. read more

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Food: 4/5 Drinks: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Friedman's on the Upper West Side is a solid brunch place, especially if you're looking for something that has gluten free options. Everything on the menu is, or can be made gluten free, and the same for the drinks. Food: FRIED CHICKEN + CHEDDAR WAFFLE - Honestly wasn't that good. I was expecting more from the fried chicken but it was kinda dry and very greasy. The waffle was interesting as it had cheddar in it, but it was super dense. Would not get again. NOVA BENNY - Looked and tasted really good. It's an eggs benedict with smoked salmon and potato latkes instead of an english muffin. A pretty worthwhile substitution if you ask me. BUTTERMILK PANCAKES - Looked AMAZING and I was told tasted that too. I wasn't able to try any due to a blueberry allergy but I definitely ate with my eyes. read more

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Loved our brunch !! My chicken and waffles were A+++, my friends loved their egg white scramble and tuna melt. Really cool restaurant. Love the fact that they take Covid protocols seriously. read more

I recently ordered the burger with gluten-free bread and seasoned french fries. I also got to try the Brussel Sprouts and their cucumber and tomato salad/salsa. The food was delicious and well-cooked. They were also flexible with how they cooked their meat seeing as I ordered it very rare and juicy, which means that the quality of the meat was really good. The delivery was also really fast, and I loved the dining experience. read more

Friedman's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Generic attempt at elevated NYC brunch. High prices considering sides are largely a la carte. Feels like corners are cut for what should be slam dunk menu items. Blueberry pancakes were fluffy but the batter did not contain blueberries. Banana bread with yogurt contained a pittance of yogurt (seriously, what's the point?) and a piece of chocolate bread with sliced banana. Smoked salmon Benedict was served on a thin latke which, while unique, is just not filling. Would recommend visiting a diner instead. read more

Great place for a unique twist on brunch and lunch foods! Got the chilaquiles and the tortilla chips were not too crunchy but not too soggy - perfect. Husband got the salmon kale salad (excellent) and friend got the eggs benny with latkes instead of english muffins (unique)! read more

I came here with the little boy I am babysitting and we both loved it!! With a variety of options to choose from, and they make it easy to swap ingredients! 10/10 recommend what I got! SESAME SALMON SALAD w/ kale, grains, pickled beets, pickled carrots, avocado, edamame, sprouts, soy vinaigrette & Side of roasted broccoli. My little friend got the kids cheese burger with fries but unfortunately the burger was quite dry. The food came out in a timely manner and the server had a lot of tables but helped us with what we needed promptly ! read more

Friedman's - Sesame Salmon Salad Friedmans Burger Sauteed Broccoli - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

I came here with a friend for a weekday brunch! I was super excited to try this restaurant as I've heard great things about it. We opted to sit outside. I ordered an iced latte to drink. It was a great size and was the perfect drink on a warm day! To eat, I went with the chicken and waffles. Unfortunately, I was a disappointed! The fried chicken was overcooked and had a darker color on the outside than normal. The waffle was advertised as a cheddar waffle, but I was hunting for the cheddar flavor. The spicy maple syrup was not as flavorful or as spicy as I was hoping. These just missed the mark for me. The service was also a bit hit or miss! I found the service quick and attentive in the beginning and then less attentive by the end. We had to ask for our check three times. I am thinking I maybe just came here on an off day, since so many others have had amazing meals here! I will definitely try them again and definitely order something different. read more

Delicious American brunch spot. I ordered the chocolate French toast and my bf got the chicken chilaquiles. The chilaquiles' chicken was very similar to that of Mexican chicken tamales, yum! The French toast had babka in it at they were so so so delicious . The French toast is definitely five star worthy on its own! Both were divine but at least for the chilaquiles, they were not authentic. Portions were pretty big and definitely very filling. I realize that the cost is standard for New York so I can't really complain but it was a little pricey compared to California lol Service was a little slow even though it wasn't very crowded. Only got a refill on my Arnold Palmer twice but it's okay. Either way, I would definitely recommend it and come again the next time I'm here :) read more

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Overall Meh. The service was sub par. We were seen a total of 3 times over the hour we were here, and no one checked if the food was good for us. The Chicken and Waffles is more like Chicken and a Waffle. It is a hassle to get the chicken off the bones and ready to be ate with the waffle. Speaking of the chicken, it seemed like it was left in the fryer for too long. Hard to chew half the places and overall bland. The Omelette was meh. Also unseasoned. The bread that came with it was burnt, and worst of all had butter, when we specifically said Dairy Free. read more

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Service was friendly but the food was tasteless. Two of us got the chickens sandwich and one got chicken and waffles. The chicken for all three was tough and overcooked, mostly dark meat and had a weird but bland taste. The fries were mediocre and had no salt. Disappointing. read more

Ok... now i'm at best a yokel from the Mountains of New Mexico... So what do i know about NYC...but this place had a wonderful feel to it, the service was fast and friendly and it was the BEST pastrami sandwich i've had... maybe ever...and babka that was out of this world. Asian salad was superb as well. read more

Once indoor dining re-opened, I knew I had to check out the famed Friedman's. I was torn between breakfast foods and sandwiches, though with the help of the waitress, I ended up picking the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich and my friend got the Fried Chicken and Cheddar Waffle. The portions were generous (I saved half for later) and the fried chicken was bomb -- juicy, thicc, and crispy without TOO much of a "crust." The herb fries were top notch as well. The waffle was unexpectedly very soft and spongy, but not bad. Also, my friend is gluten-free and this restaurant is very gluten-free friendly. Our servers were kind, lovely, and patient! Tables were set decently far apart, hand sanitizer was accessible, and there were options for outdoor dining. We came on a Sunday around 1pm and were seated immediately. Decor + vibe is also very homey. read more

Friedman's - Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich and Fried Chicken & Cheddar Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Awesome spot for brunch! This was my first time trying this place and it was everything I could want! The location itself is beautiful - elegant yet very warm and cozy. I was dining with a few other friends but appreciated that this location is able to accomodate larger parties as well. I was very impressed with the service! Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations. We decided on the fried chicken sandwich and lemon ricotta pancakes. I absolutely loved both dishes! The chicken was cooked perfectly and had a delicious sauce. The fries were a little overcooked but deliciously seasoned! I've had lemon ricotta pancakes at a few other places and thought these were done very nice. The pancakes were fluffy and the cream and raspberries on top were the perfect touch. I'm a fan of all things lemon and wished there was more of lemon flavor in the pancakes. Overall, I was very pleased with my experience and would definitely recommend! read more

Friedman's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

The girls came down from Maryland and wanted brunch, so off we went Sammy our waiter, was extremely polite professional his wit and humour just enough to be refreshing but not overwhelming when he brought the food... ahhh the food we ordered all things that had no gluten and no lactose as one of our guests has a gluten and lactose allergen. Judging by her reaction the food was impeccable "are you sure this is gluten free" she said as she was scarfing it down. Her Ruben was tasty - juicy not soggy the flavours coming through just right, the cheddar waffles and the chicken my boyfriend and I ordered satisfied and impressed d can say nothing of my daughters French toast as she never gave us a chance to sample any . Thank you for a memorable brunch !!! We will be sure to visits you again soon. read more

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Sloooow.food was decent but all things considered- poor service, ok food, kind of a rip off.

My friend found this place when we needed to grab some brunch and I fell in love with the place immediately. The menu has so many options but it's not too crazy. I loved my choices and I definitely want to come back again. Our server was sweet and gave us a great tip to look online at their menu because there were photos of every single dish. We were very indecisive so this helped a lot. I love the vintage feel of the restaurant too. Definitely will be returning. read more

I had heard great things about Friedman's but didn't love what I ordered. I'm pretty picky when it comes to grilled cheese and this just didn't satisfy me. I got a side of soup and fries as well but am not convinced to come back again after my experience. read more

Friedman's - Grilled Cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

Great solid upper west side spot and alternative to diners. The food is solid the decor. It's nice and simple.

Bagel & lox was incredible. Highly recommend. It exceeded my expectations. Also, the hot chocolate was very good! Recommend as well. Very nice server with great service as well! I would say good for groups of 4 or smaller. We had a party of 6 and it would have been better to have only 4 to a booth. Very cute spot though. Will be back! 4.5/5! read more

It could have been an off day, but the food wasn't good. I got the chicken sandwich (made with dark meat) and fries. The sandwich was mostly breading and fried to a crisp. The fries were bland. read more

Friedman's - Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York