I have been to Friedmans Chelsea Market location 3 times and I decided I have to leave a review this time. The food is amazing! The waiter/waitress's are amazing. The food is always consistent and quality of meat that is used. Everything is always fresh. I had the hand cut Pastrami sandwich with herb fries. The Pastrami was so tender and moist. One of the best I've tasted in a long time. The herb fries are always done to perfection. They are fresh cut not frozen and seasoned well. Crab cake Benny and Chicken Swisswich the other two people with me got and they said they will definitely be back to get again. Also said it was done to perfection. The atmosphere is very no frills and laid back. read more

Friedman's - Hand cut Pastrami and herb fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

decent gluten free diner spot! we waited 15 minutes for a group of five - and there's a decent amount of seating that was pretty comfortable + cozy. it was a bit expensive for the quality and amount of food received, and the service was a bit slow but friendly. I enjoyed the lemon ricotta pancakes - noting that the batter itself was just a regular pancake with some garnish that was a lemon ricotta flavor. read more

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

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This is my second time at Friedman's, and the food continues to not disappoint! I've tried the lemon ricotta pancakes, which are delicious, and this time, I tried the fried chicken and waffles, which was also really good! I also got one of their lavender & elderflower cocktails, which was sooo good, one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Friedman's was packed at around 3pm on a Saturday, so we had to wait for 20 min, but it cleared up after 4:30pm. They lost one star because the service was a little subpar: obviously they were very busy, which I didn't blame them for, but after waiting for 20 minutes and getting seated, we sat down with the breakfast/lunch menu, picked out what we wanted, and then as we were ordering, it hit 4pm, and the waiter took our menus and said we could only order from the dinner menu now. Even though it was literally 1 minute over 4pm. A bit inconvenient and annoying. But the food is really delicious, so if you can go during a downtime, I'd highly recommend this place! read more

Came here in the afternoon on a summer day and unfortunately if you don't have reservations you'd be seating right at the front by the bar area / door. Weekends do get crowded so I'd recommend making a reservation if you can. We had the fish and chips & a chicken club sandwich. Both were good but not amazing. Good brunch spot to go with a group & prices are about average. They do have other locations in the city so no worries if you're not in the area by this one. Not really much other to say than that tbh lol read more

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The customer service was great. Both bathrooms were occupied but my friend and I just needed to wash our hands, so a friendly employee offered to let us wash our hands behind the bar up front. Our server was also kind and helpful with answering questions. Unfortunately I wasn't super impressed with my food though. I got the lemon ricotta pancakes but I thought they could have been more lemony. The texture of the pancakes was a little stodgy and crumbly at the same time? I assume it was due to the ricotta. And I really only tasted lemon when I got bits of the candied lemon zest. I also got a side of potato hash and it was really quite flavorless. I added salt and pepper but I guess I would suggest adding onion or garlic or peppers or something else to it because it was pretty underwhelming. read more

Friedman's - Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Potato Hash, Iced Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

What a wonderful experience! We sat at the bar.. it was a great view overall of the restaurant and ability see the singers! Amazing performances! I'm gluten free and their selection was killer! Even carrot cake for dessert! Our bartender was great! And he didn't rush us through our meal at all! I will be back the next time I'm in turn for a show! read more

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I absolutely love Friedman's. I've been obsessed with their Reubens since I started working nearby. They have many other things on the menu that are absolutely delicious but the Reuben is my favorite. Delivery or dine-in I've never been let down. Especially when I ask for extra pickles, they list to order notes. The service, the atmosphere, the food.... "A1". If you're in the area don't hesitate to stop by because all of their dishes are amazing. read more

Friedman's: Brunch Without the Buzz Stopped into Friedman's in Hell's Kitchen for a Friday morning brunch, and while the space wasn't crowded, the service stood out--warm, attentive, and quick to check in. We ordered the chicken chilaquiles, a breakfast burrito, and a side of tomato bisque. Everything arrived fresh and as described, but the flavors didn't spark much excitement. The food felt more functional than memorable, leaning into consistency rather than creativity. Given Friedman's reputation and the buzz around its various locations, I expected something with a little more personality--something that would make it feel worth the hype. Instead, the experience felt more like a polished franchise than a neighborhood gem. Reliable? Absolutely. Special? Not so much. A good stop if you're in the area and need a comfortable brunch option with solid service, but don't expect it to linger in your memory after the meal. #HellsKitchenEats #NYCBrunch #FriedmansNYC #FoodReview read more

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This is an awesome local gem in Hell's Kitchen. Cozy and warm, with lots of wood and charm. Great atmosphere. The menu is extensive, reasonable and covers lots of tastes. We came for lunch and enjoyed great cocktails like the Bee Sting (bourbon with ginger, honey & lemon -delicious!) and Hudson Margarita (frothy and tasty!) The matzo ball soup was very fresh, the vegetable potstickers were a great appetizer, and the pastrami hash (served with two sunnyside up eggs) was so flavorful and filling I skipped dinner!) Their NY cheesecake was also fresh and very light. Mahayla was a delightful server and the food and drinks were excellent! We'll definitely be back! read more

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The food is great,menu is rich. Perfect for a quick and delicious lunch. It's one of the best prices you can get for those over-the-top NY style pastrami sandwiches, and the presentation is really nice too. Highly recommended! read more

I stopped by after work with some colleagues and it was about a group of 9 , the place is quite small but they accommodated us! We sat down and had some great drinks! The appetizers are GREAT, my fav was the Korean wings! I ordered the steak frites, and they didn't have one of the sides so I opted for Brussels sprouts. A great spot for a quick dinner and great drinks! read more

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This restaurant exceeded my expectations and was delicious with every bite. The staff was friendly, attentive, sweet and took great care of our group. I enjoyed the location and the environment was perfect. I began with a dirty chai and almond milk and I enjoyed this very much. Then we ordered the Korean wings and I unfortunately did got get a picture because we all grabbed them quick. They were crispy, flavorful, and delicious. Next I had a bite of my cousins mac n cheese and this was also delicious! Crispy on top and very cheesy/flavorful in the bottom. Next I enjoyed my chilaquiles and these were terrific. Crispy with a really nice tomatillo sauce and the perfect balance with the crema, queso freso, and avocado. Lastly I tried a few bites of the chicken and waffle and the lemon ricotta pancakes, not pictured. The chicken was incredibly crispy, flavorful, and tender in the middle. And the cheddar waffle was fluffy and delicious with the touch of syrup. And the habanero sauce was great! And to end it all the lemon ricotta was incredible. Seriously, everything was amazing! I hope to go back someday and try everything I can. Thank you for the incredible experience! read more

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Great chicken and waffles here but no normal waffles available, the cheese one was good but would've liked something plain. All in all a good time but not sure if I'd come back with all the other choices. Happy we came and saw this place though and would recommend to try it at least once. read more

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

The service was good, it would have been great if the cooks would have paid attention to the orders. Special instructions were ignored and food had to be remade. The fries were really good, but the chicken was bland. read more

Friedman's - Fried Chicken sandwich without fixings added habernero honey instead - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

We were in the area at the Javits Center for Anime NYC and needed a lunch break. Originally we were going to just rough it out and eat something from one of the carts outside the convention center, but then we decided to just leave and come back. Originally we were headed to a sushi restaurant, but it was so packed we gave up. We ended up at Friedmans because a few of us have been at other locations before and we knew it would be solid. I had a tuna melt, while others had burgers and BLTs. Food was good, it was nice to sit and eat a real meal for once while attending a con at Javits. Service was a little spotty, but they were trying their best. I don't think they expected so many people to be there that day. read more

My friend and I went to Friedman's on a recommendation for brunch. It was busy but didn't feel too crowded. We made reservations and was able to sit right away. We both got the steak and eggs and fries. The steak was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious. Solid brunch place if you're trying to get a good meal. read more

Friedman's - Steak & Eggs with fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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Whenever I am in the city I stop here for brunch. The food and the service are always the same, great and consistent Everytime we come here. Stop in if you're in the area. read more

A great option when anyone in your party is gluten free. Almost everything on the menu could be substituted and my friend that is gluten free loved her meal. I loved my dirty chai latte and the breakfast burrito was exactly as described. The service was really friendly and we were well taken care of during the meal read more

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

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Friedman's@Chelsea Market 75 9th. Ave. New York, NY 10011 Fried Chicken & Cheddar Waffle Whether you have the waffles as breakfast or lunch, you won't be disappointed! The hot honey and the maple syrup were the backbone. If you can't make it to this location , there are six others throughout the city all specializing in gluten free plates! read more

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We were invited to dinner by a friend. This restaurant located at the corner of the street 8 minutes from the Jacob Javits Center is a natural place to go to after a convention. Inside was small but enough room for 10 people although they originally had only 8 people they managed to squeeze in two more. The atmosphere was lively and they had plenty of drinks to choose from on the menu. They had a variety of meals to choose from including vegan. I ordered the brick chicken and my husband chose a pastrami sandwich. My brick chicken was moist, well-seasoned and its skin was crispy. The brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes was seeping in the delicious essence of the chicken. My husbands pastrami sandwich wasn't very big but the meat was tender and delicious. He liked it. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Our water cups were filled and empty dishes were removed right away. Highly recommend. read more

Friedman's - Handcut Pastrami on Rye - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

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I'd rate Friedmans three and a half stars. I had a glass of sparkling white wine. Service was quick. Glass was $15 plus tax and tip. No happy hour specials. read more

Friedmans has been on my places to try for awhile and finally got a chance to come twice in a month! Came here for lunch. Recommend coming early as is is popular and gets busy and crowded... Service and food are good. Good variety of options to select from on the menu whether in the mood for breakfast or more hearty meal. Starters: Shared Korean Chicken wings as appetizers.. Yum - they were delicious - 7 big wings to share. Had the grilled chicken swisswich twice with fries... this is a big sandwich and good enough to share as well. Delicious as well. It could use a little more sauce as one half was a little dry both times. Fries were good. Food comes out in good time. They have take out boxes to carry home food you don't finish. Will have to come back to try some other items menu... they look good. read more

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Met a colleague for breakfast at 7am (opening time) at Friedmans. We had wonderful service in a comfortable, roomy booth. It was an oasis for breakfast in Hell's kitchen. Chicken Chilaquiles was a generous serving that was flavorful and fulfilling at a good value. My colleague had the farmhouse omellete; enjoying it thoroughly. Presentation of fresh ingredients was thoughtful. Good, rich coffee in solid mugs that were kept full. read more

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

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American style lunch. Solid options. Decent portion size. Service was decent, I think we had a switch of waiter half way. But staff are very friendly and respectful There are two sections for seating, one near the outside door, and a section further in. Has a diner theme seating. read more

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I tried the nova benny, which features poached egg, smoked salmon, and sautéed greens on top of potato latke. The ingredients balances each other out nicely and it was very delicious! We came here on a busy Saturday but the wait wasn't too bad. We were seated after about 15 minutes. Overall, solid brunch spot! read more

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

If you love / need GLUTEN FREE options in your dining experience., then you NEED to visit Friedman restaurant. Anything in the menu can be made gluten free even the beverages . The Mac and cheese, the fried chicken, sandwiches, and even French toast ... ALL GLUTEN FREE and actually delicious. Don't walk, run to this restaurant. The ambiance is cozy and the service was excellent. Definitely a must try. read more

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TLDR: New American fare. Probably one of the only reasonably priced places in the area. I'm down with the sandwiches. Turkey club, tuna melt or Reuben. Also, get the fries. I don't really go for places that look like this. Is don't really gravitate towards this type of food but in an area where everything is crazy expensive, Friedman's is that one beacon of light that offers tasty filling food for a reasonable cost. The tuna melt has been my jam. Crusty rye, melty cheese, just the right gooeyness. The fries are well-seasoned, crispy and I hate ketchup but they always accommodate and sub an aioli. The Reuben is solid too if you're in the pastrami mood. Juicy hand-sliced meat, tangy dressing, sauerkraut and that melted Swiss. Recently though, the turkey club. Cranberry aioli is something I would have gagged at the thought of years ago but I'm into it. Salty bacon, tender turkey, it's piled high and just got so much flavor. So yeah - I am a fan now. read more

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We came here for a quick bite on Saturday around noon. Luckily we walked in before there was a line. Decor is fine. Staff is friendly. Food came out quickly. Taste is on the point. BLAT:8/10. Bacon is crispy; flavorful. Steak&egg: 10/10. I'm surprised how tender the steak is. I think this steak is the best of all Steak&Egg I've tried so far. Tender and flavorful. read more

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We walked in without a reservation and were seated pretty quickly. I started with a chai latte which was huge, definitely got my moneys worth there! For my meal, I ordered the omelette and added cheddar. It was delicious and came with home fries and toast. Next time, I'll be sure to ask for my home fries crispy as they were a little soggy. My friend has a gluten allergy and ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes which were GF. The pancakes were huge and she enjoyed them too. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and will be back! read more

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This place has good brunch foods. Friendly service. Place is being renovated in the front, small in the inside few seatings but cozy. Would definitely come back here when I'm in town again. read more

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A friend wanted to try Friedmans for the gluten-free options, which are plentiful. We went for breakfast on a cold, rainy May day. We had no problem getting a table...a nice booth in the back. It was busy, but not too crowded. Our server was really nice and helped us make some great selections. The food was prepared to order, and my friend was so excited about her gluten-free lemon ricotta pancakes! I also very much enjoyed my eggs and toast with potatoes. Delicious! The location is a little off the beaten path for tourists, which is nice...it makes it feel more like a spot for locals. read more

Had a pleasant lunch here on a Sunday and thankfully didn't have to wait to get seated since it was pretty cold outside so I don't think a lot of people were out and about. It's somewhat spacious inside although some of the tables are really close to each other. Personally, I think Friedmans is a bit overhyped and I would never wait for a table because there's so many other good places for lunch/brunch in the city. I did like my meal (grilled cheese sandwich with mixed greens and tomato soup) but nothing was really stand out / incredible. Our server was super sweet and friendly though (the one with the caffeine tattoo on her arm) so shout out to her! read more

Friedman's - Grilled Cheese with tomato soup and mixed greens - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New York, New York

This is definitely one of my favorite brunch spots to try! It was my first time at this location by the Javits Center, and it seems quite popular -- similar to the one I've visited in Chelsea Market. The menu is similar, but offers even more options. The food was flavorful without being overly salty. My friends and I each ordered our own dishes. Tthe service was excellent; the waiters were very attentive to customers. The atmosphere felt welcoming and somewhat spacious, although our table was close to the staircase, which made it a bit cramped. Overall, it was a great experience! read more

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Service here is top notch. We were able to call ahead and they held a table for our group of 10. They offer gluten free options which was a plus. The lemonade was purple (I think it was the sugar) after a good stir. The tomato soup was hot and tasty, the fried chicken and waffle...the chicken juicy but the waffle was a bit cheesy and soft so it was a bit disappointing. The burger was hearty and cooked appropriately. Since it's located in Chelsea market it's a bit loud but a fun experience. read more

Cozy place for lunch. Fast service. Friendly staff. The order was correct. Food was hot. Healthy options on the menu. Many gluten free options. A reliable place for lunch. Coffee and beer served. read more

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I went to Friedmans during the week at opening for breakfast. It typically gets quite full for breakfast so I suggest getting there right when they open or you may be waiting to get a table! The staff were super nice, quick and efficient. My party got the pastrami hash which was great and flavorful. We also got the grilled cheese and tomato soup which was good, a little on the sweeter side for my taste. We also got the french toast which was great, a true staple. The place is small so it can get loud inside. Overall a place I would stop by again, if I crossed paths with. read more

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Dream: Excellence in Every Bite at Friedman's Finding a restaurant that balances culinary sophistication with rigorous safety standards can often feel like a gamble, but Friedman's has mastered the art. From the moment I walked in, it was clear that this isn't just a place to eat--it's an establishment that deeply understands the needs of its patrons, especially those navigating dietary restrictions. Service That Sets the Standard The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly our waitress, Mahayla. It is rare to encounter a server so "super keen," attentive, and genuinely knowledgeable. Before we even dove into the menu, she immediately asked about allergies, a gesture that instantly puts any diner at ease. Mahayla didn't just give a vague "everything is fine" answer; she expertly navigated the menu, explaining exactly which dishes were safe and how the kitchen handles preparations. Her confidence made it clear that she wasn't just reciting a script--she was an expert on the offerings. Culinary Excellence The food at Friedman's is a revelation. Often, "gluten-free" can feel like a compromise, but here, the flavors are beautifully upscaled. Everything we ordered arrived: * Fresh and Vibrant: You can taste the quality of the ingredients in every bite. * Stunningly Presented: The plating is artistic and thoughtful, making the meal feel like a true occasion. * Flavor-Forward: The seasonings and textures are world-class, proving that non-gluten dining can be just as indulgent and complex as traditional fare. Leadership That Shines It is obvious that the manager and the owner have a profound understanding of their mission. Great service like Mahayla's doesn't happen by accident; it is the result of meticulous training and a culture of excellence. The manager is doing an absolute fantastic job overseeing the floor--the synchronization between the kitchen and the staff is seamless. It's clear the leadership knows exactly what they are providing to the community and takes pride in training their team to reflect those high standards. The Verdict Friedman's is a shining example of what modern dining should be: inclusive, delicious, and professional. Between the incredible meal and Mahayla's top-tier service, leaving a 25% tip was the easiest decision of the day! Whether you are gluten-free by necessity or just a lover of great food, vegetarian, this is a must-visit. Highly recommended! read more

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Excellent for a late breakfast at 11am. Great service, coffee is good, the view from the window is very pleasant. Eggs and canadian bacon is a good choice. read more

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

Always a favorite breakfast spot. Though you can't go wrong with any of their breakfast items, I tried the french toast this time. It wasn't quite hitting the spot like their pancakes ... but that's a tall order. Great service overall, good coffee -- a 5/5 breakfast experience overall. read more

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

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I like this Friedmans location better than the UWS one since it's in a quieter area, but it does seem a bit smaller and more cramped. If you haven't been to a Friedmans before, it's somewhat overpriced breakfast/brunch food. Service was friendly and attentive, and the food came out relatively quickly. The lemon pancakes were somewhat of a miss; they tasted dry and while the citrus peels provided a tangy twist, the raspberries were underripe and bitter. Personally, I'm not much of a fan of pure/raw maple syrup and they didn't give much either. We also had the chicken and waffles, and while not bad, it was $29; coming from Dallas, I've had better for cheaper. Would pass on both next time. However, I'd recommend the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich. It's very affordable (well, comparatively) and comes with a side of fries. The chicken is both crispy and creamy, likely due to the buttermilk, and almost sweet. The skin was slightly tough, but otherwise I'd order it again. read more

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

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