Great service, fast and delicious. Yum! The music was great too, they played some eighties stuff.

Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record straight! First off, just a quick note for anyone looking: this restaurant is not halal. Aside from that, we had a fantastic experience here at Friedmans Herald Square near Penn Station. They were playing Hilary Duff music, which was such a fun touch since they often match the vibe of whatever is happening at MSG! They even had special Hilary Duff mocktails. The atmosphere is super sweet and cozy. The restaurant was empty when we first walked in, but the second we sat down, it completely packed up! The waiter was very friendly, and even though they weren't able to split the check at the table, they did provide an itemized receipt to make figuring it out easy. The food was great overall--the Mac & Cheese bites and the corn were especially good! We also tried the cheesecake and molten cake. Plus, the neighbors sitting next to us were so sweet. A wonderful spot with a fun vibe! read more

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Came on a busy Thursday morning at nine am. Got a decaf iced vanilla latte and a nova Benny and the Mac and cheese. And lemme just say the food came out sooo quick. The Benedict was so delicious. I've never had it on a crispy hash brown type before. It was good and a massive portion. Mac and cheese was alright, though I would probably opt out of it next time. I was so full I totally forgot to drink my latte but the latte was good too. Ambiance was nice clean and very busy. read more

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Had reservations for 2 on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. We got there about three minutes late, but they seated us within 5 minutes in a booth. It was our first time eating at a Friedman's location. It had a nice diner feel to it, with a mix of booths and tables. The brunch menu has a variety of breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and burgers, starters, and entrees (fish tacos, grain bowl, fried chicken). I like that several of the items are naturally gluten free, and some can be made gluten free by request. We decided to go with three breakfast items from the brunch menu: I got the shakshuka, my sister got the Nova Benny, and we got the lemon ricotta pancakes to share. All 3 dishes were great. The shashuka came with grilled ciabatta, perfect for dipping into the sunny side eggs and tomato sauce. My sister loved that the poached eggs and smoked salmon of the Nova Benny came on top of a crispy potato latke. The pancakes were fluffy and the lemon ricotta and lemon zest elevated their flavor. Our server was friendly and attentive, and he asked us if we had any allergies when he took our order. He came by several times to check on us and refill water. I would return to Friedman's when I'm in the Herald Square area, or check out one of their other locations in the city. read more

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First-rate service, a lovely and polished location in Chelsea, wonderful coffee, and a very tasty take on Eggs Benedict with salmon on a potato pancake. Everyone went away happy with amazing French toast and a pastrami hash. There was really nothing to complain about the service, which was great and the atmosphere, which was tip-top and relaxing. read more

Friedman's - Nova Benny (GF) - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Love the look of Friedman's. Nice dining room that they pack in comfortably. Came for an early breakfast and the dining room filled so fast that I was happy we got there early before the rush. I got myself delicious sunny side up eggs with the pastrami hash. I was impressed by the chunks of pastrami throughout. Very hearty and very delicious! My husband indulged in the Nova Benedict. They packed on the lox. He didn't even finish but found it amazingly delicious. Service was okay. Nothing too spectacular. I almost felt an inconvenience to the server but we didn't have a fussy order nor was it busy (we ordered before the rush). Maybe she was preparing for the rush. Lol either way, it wouldn't stop me from returning. read more

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Greek salad with added on steak is outstanding. Generous portion with fresh ingredients and lots of flavor. The added steak is good quality and cooked to order. A bit on the expensive side but justified considering the quality of the food and the portion size which could easily serve two. read more

Wonderful. My waiter was so nice and attentive. This restaurant was on a lot of the gluten free lists so I had to check it out. It did NOT disappoint. I got the pan-seared fish sandwich with gluten free bread. So good. I had trouble figuring out the dipping sauces I liked. They don't have barbecue sauce so I tried the honey mustard and the herbed aioli. So-so but not quite right. (The next day I went to the singing Friedmans at Times Square and tried the garlic aioli. Get the garlic aioli for this). The mango pineapple lemonade was divine (although I preferred the tartness of the Elphaba and Galinda I had at the Singing Friedmans). read more

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We were able to snag a booth for two on a Saturday at lunch with under a 5 mins wait. The place is super inviting with spacious windows and high ceilings and plants which make it feel airy while the wood made it warm and natural. The booth was comfortable. Our server was outstanding. She was funny, attentive, and very helpful. They're easily able to accommodate gluten free (my friend has a severe gluten allergy). I had the corned beef sandwich and it was the best corned beef I've had. Tender, juicy, and flavorful. This would be on my regular rotation if I lived here. read more

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came here with my friend who's celiac and she was so excited to try their mac and cheese bites! the pancakes and french toast were also amazing too. the ambiance is nice we got seated next to the window and managed to get in without a reservation. the service was quick and they were very attentive! highly recommend for a good gluten free brunch in midtown. read more

Friedman's - New American Near Me - New York, New York

We were looking for a place that wasn't a sushi joint or a place to get liquored up. Friedman's fit the bill. Speedy service. Big menu. Good food. My wife had the tuna sandwich; I had the grain bowl with tofu. Perfect! read more

Friedman's - Gain bowl with tofu, hot and tasty! Rice, bok choi, carrots, sprouts, broccoli, edamame - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Love this place. Spacious and cute. Modern great Gatsby ambiance and decor. Wonderful. We had a reservation and were treated nicely. It was packed on a Saturday morning for brunch yet all staff were attentive and active. There wasn't a moment we weren't checked on. I ordered a Tokyo 75 and BLAT without the avocado. Food was good. The drink was eh. Only because I am NOT a fan of bubbly/ spritz. I tasted zero alcohol and it felt like I was paying $14 for juice. The sandwich was standard but they did an excellent job with the good cuts of bacon. I rated this four stars because I paid $41 for a sandwich and drink during brunch. I left full (mostly due to the bread and fries) but I wanted more. It wasn't anything to be wowed about. read more

Friedman's - Classic B.L.A.T. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Friedman serves up your favorite breakfast dishes with an old school diner vibe. Also offering alcoholic beverages as well. Big menu offering all kinds of options for breakfast and brunch. Service was great and the food was delicious. A great spot to get breakfast while in NYC. read more

Friedman's - Eggs and hash - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Perfect pre-MSG concert spot! Walked in during their Happy Hour, which is daily from 2-6pm! FYI, their HH bevs are always avail, but their HH small bites are only avail on the weekdays. We shared everything as a party of 3 and it was just right: - Sweet Potato Fries (HH): Plentiful and the perfect finger food to pick on - Buffalo Wings (HH): Standardly coated with the right level of spice - Korean BBQ Wings (HH): Reminds me of a soy garlic flavor, YUM! - Classic BLAT (Reg item): Shared this w my sister and it came with fries too! This was the right amt to share with all the HH items we got Overall, would return for a reliable, decent American bite if I have another concert nearby. Spacious restaurant, clean restrooms, and helpful staff. read more

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Great smallish restaurant in the Hudson Yards neighborhood. The menu is small but to the point. We ordered Chicken waffel, patty melt, etc... The food is cooked perfectly and the service here is very good considering a packed house. Price is average and not outrageous considering its in a touristy part of town. read more

This is kind of just your regular brunch place, nothing too special, but it's a solid spot. I get the feeling it won't let you down too badly. We had a huge reservation for my whole family, and they were able to accommodate us in the back room on a long long table. Didn't wait long at all, and the waitstaff was very friendly! I ordered the two eggs with style (with bacon), and what you see is what I got. I liked the crunch on the hash browns, and the strawberry butter was a really great surprise! I did see that other people were able to get different types of bread with their meal -- maybe that's slightly on me for not asking, but I just wish they would have put the bread choices somewhere on the menu instead of literally saying in the dish description that it came with whole wheat toast. We also shared lemon ricotta table pancakes, and I really enjoyed the couple bites I had! Bursting with lemon flavor and the best little treat after eating my meal. read more

Friedman's - Two Eggs with Style - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Service was great. Food came out quick, like questionably quick for a steak. Nice atmosphere but tables too close. The meatloaf was bland and the mashed potatoes and spinach were good after I seasoned them. I don't usually have to season my food. My husband's steak was okay. We would only probably go back during the singing servers times for entertainment. read more

Friedman's - Meatloaf - very bland - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Maybe 3.5? I'm not the biggest brunch fan, so if I'm going to brunch it better be gooooood. This was fine. Service was good, the hostesses were great in dealing with seating on a busy Saturday ~ I don't think we really saw our waitress much after we got our food, she was def busy too. The lemon ricotta pancakes had good flavor, felt very dense though ~ I prefer a lighter fluffier texture. The eggs with style were fine ~ the scramble was giving dry hotel eggs, would've loved a good folded egg. One of the bacon strips was super crispy and the other was jerky, the hash brown was good. Felt a little bland overall though. Best part was the strawberry butter for the bread. Coffee was great, they get it from La Colombe ~ Overall felt kinda pricey for diner quality. read more

Friedman's - New American Near Me - New York, New York

A must try!!! Friedman's was rated high on Yelp, so naturally I had to try it. Yelp did not disappoint - thank you, Yelpers! We ordered a variety of plates. Reuben, BELT, grilled cheese, and mac and cheese bites. Everything was great and tasty!!! The staff were friendly, attentive, and accommodating! Our waitress was nice enough to tell us what she thought we would like vs not based on sharing likes and feedback. She was also very attentive throughout the entire meal. The place is conversationally loud, but not overwhelming. When we got there, there was no line. After sitting for 10 minutes (appetizer already came out) there was a line building. Guess everyone knows about this place. If you're in the area, this place is worth checking out! read more

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This was my second time at Friedman's and definitely will not be my last! Right when we walked in, we were greeted by the wonderful staff. We started off with drinks and then got the Vegetable Potstickers. They were delicious and crispy, but the sauces paired perfectly with them too. I had the chicken fingers for my entree. They were so crispy and delicious and you couldn't even tell they were gluten free! Our favorite thing is going to Friedman's and knowing that they take gluten allergies seriously and have endless possibilities. Can't wait to go back! read more

Friedman's - Vegetable Potstickers (GF) Three Cheese Mac & Cheese Bites (GF) Buttermilk Fried Chicken Lunch (GF) - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I think i've been to the other location but this is a solid brunch spot. The french toast bread itself looked more like banana bread texture. It was pretty sweet and there's berries + berry compote on top to make it even sweeter. I got tired of it before I even finished I would've loved to try the burger with tzatziki but that's for next time! The smoked salmon and benedict seems like a fan favorite amongst customers read more

Solid and reliable spot to have an enjoyable meal. I hadn't been to Friedman's since the renovation, but wow, it's nice and it seems like so much bigger and righter since they took the wall down. The day we went was very busy and silly me, I didn't have a reservation. Definitely don't go on a Sunday at lunch time, during holiday season and expect to get a table right away. There are so many great plates of food traveling around that restaurant. I had a simple asian salad which was very good. I'll definitely be back and plan ahead with a reservation. read more

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Took amtrek from philly to nyc on 7/15 to watch a show. Found this eatery a block from station. Glad we tried it as it has the new york feel in ambiance and the service is superb. Had broccoli falafel burger and it was amazing! Next time in nyc will definitely come back to try other dishes. read more

Friedman's - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Decided upon Friedman's due to menu, proximity to my destination, and reviews. I'm glad that we did, as my daughter and I had a great experience to start off our day. We didn't see the option to place a reservation, but we really didn't need to as the wait went by really quickly.. probably about 5 mins actually. I like the space.. it is open, minimalistic, yet aesthetically pleasing. Open area, you're definitely not on top of one another. Very clean. I don't usually like booths, but this one didn't make me anxious. Will was our server, and he was pleasant and very accommodating. The soundtrack held a while variety, which I appreciated. My daughter ordered a hot chocolate, lemon ricotta pancakes, and a side of sunny side up eggs. She said the pancakes were amazing. I ordered a cappuccino to go with my Nova Benny (a different take on the traditional eggs benedict with potato latke, smoked salmon, and baby kale. This is honestly my only reason for rounding down to a 4.5, for whatever reason it was just ehh.. everything was beautifully presented and you can tell it was fresh, but it was missing something to wow me.. I believe it was on the bland side, but even after adding salt and hot sauce.. still didn't do the trick. Regardless of that, I would definitely return to try out some of their other menu items. read more

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This is a reasonably priced spot with good food in the city. The inside is a little outdated, nothing bad but nothing chic. Our server was attentive and the place is clean. I ordered the hanger steak with a side of sweet potato fries and both were delicious. We also tried the roasted broccoli and cauliflower with tahini, the sauce was more than just tahini that it came with but it was good too. We had a gluten free eater at our table and they loved the chicken and waffles and were excited to see that gluten free on the menu. Overall, a solid spot! read more

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First timer here. Upon arrival you are greeted by very friendly and welcoming staff. Not too much, just right. I had the Reuben and an Iced Tea. Both were delicious and the sandwich was filling. Only real criticism is that the sandwich could have been served hotter and the fries were a tad cold. Will definitely go back! read more

Friedman's - Pastrami Reuben with fries and an iced tea. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Brunch here was nothing short of chef's kiss. Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and food that hits all the comfort notes without trying too hard. The French toast was golden, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet; the grilled cheese was gooey and crisp in all the right places; and that tomato soup? Creamy, rich, and absolutely soul-soothing. read more

Friedman's - New American Near Me - New York, New York

We skipped the free hotel breakfast (no regrets) and found this spot thanks to good old Yelp. For a late lunch, I'm not mad at this place. Judging by the crowd, it's clearly popular, but even with the rush, we were seated pretty quickly. My wife ordered the chicken and cheddar waffles, and I went with the B.E.L.T. and we both had a mimosa. The food came out hot and fresh. The chicken was perfectly fried, crispy, moist, and seasoned just right. The waffle had a nice texture: soft with a little crunch. The cheddar was mild and didn't overpower the waffle. Overall, a solid combo. The B.E.L.T. hit the spot. The bread was toasted just right, and the bacon was high quality. I swapped the sunny side up egg for scrambled, and it still worked great. The potato hash was fried nicely, could've used a bit more salt, but nothing a little ketchup couldn't fix. Our server mentioned the $10 mimosas, so of course, we had to try them. They were just ok, with extremely small portions. I also would have preferred other juice options for the mimosa besides orange juice. Overall it was refreshing, but next time I'd probably go for a cocktail or just a plain Orange Juice. Overall, a good spot. I'd recommend it. read more

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Me and my friends split the French Toast as well as the Eggs with Style and opted for regular bacon and scrambled eggs. Two breakfast entrees were the perfect amount of food for me and my two friends. I thought the French Toast was delicious and was loaded with fresh fruit, which I enjoyed. I thought the breakfast platter with bacon, eggs, hash, and bread was good overall, however the potatoes were not as advertised. It made it seem like a hash brown consistency, but the potatoes we got were more lumpy potatoes, more similar to mashed potatoes. Overall, if you're in the Chelsea area, I'd say this is a good place to get some breakfast/brunch with pair prices and no line when we went in on Labor Day Monday. read more

Friedman's - New American Near Me - New York, New York

My husband and I came here because he is gluten free and the restaurant was started by a girl with celiac. Great options for all those gluten free people! I got the sandwich and it was delicious with their yummy herb fries. We sat at the bar as the restaurant was so crowded and had a great server who gave us our food fast on a Saturday morning. read more

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Listen... Friedmans had a lot to live up to because let's be real, New York City is FULL of food options. Like... you can't just be okay here. And honestly? Friedmans was... okay. Now let's start with the star of the show because credit where it's duethe brussel sprouts. OMG. So good. Cooked perfectly, no weird "dirty" aftertaste (you know the one ), and that balsamic flavor? Chef's kiss. I would go back just for those alone. But then... the spinach dip happened. And whew Not good. Like... at all. My husband even tried to save it with salt and pepper, no bueno. It was watery, bland, and honestly? That recipe needs a full reset. Scrap it. Start over. Respectfully. The wings? Meh. They existed. Would I order them again? Absolutely not. BUT let's end on a high note, the mango lemonade?? FIRE That drink was doing all the heavy lifting for the table. Overall: a couple highlights, a couple misses. Not terrible, but in NYC... you gotta come stronger than this. read more

Friedman's - Brussel Sprouts - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Honestly I was pleasantly surprised by this place, mostly based on the location and thinking it would be highly touristy with subpar food. But I found the service to be great and the food to be quite good. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to come here, but it's a very solid option if you're in the area. It definitely has diner vibes, but place was clean and staff was friendly and attentive. Food is much better quality and flavorful than what you'd find in a diner too. Good option for families with smaller kids too. Ordered the below: -Homemade Banana Bread: comes with 3 slices. Enjoyed, not too sweet. But I liked the french toast more if I could only choose one sweet dish. -Berry French Toast: this was really good. And the berries were ripe and fresh. -Farm Egg Omelette: standard, but I enjoyed. Added cheese to it. -Side of Bacon: standard but not very fatty which I appreciated. read more

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Finally got to cross this gem off my "NY Collection" list! We stopped by for brunch on a Saturday. We got lucky and didn't have to wait, but as soon as our food arrived, the line started forming. The ambiance is great chic charm mixed with city vibes gone a little rustic. It's pleasant and clean. Fun fact: the restrooms are all-gender, so you might catch people pausing to double-check before realizing it doesn't matter The menu is well put together. You can have it all sweet, savory, meaty, or even veganish. We opted for the pancakes and the French toast. They use maple syrup, and since I'm allergic, I had to request accommodations, which they were happy to make. The French toast was divine, but the pancakes with that lemony flavor were truly unique. A must-try! The coffee didn't seem local, but it was fresh and gentle on my stomach. Overall, yes! Come here for brunch or lunch next time you're in Manhattan. read more

Friedman's - Berry French Toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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We stopped here to try their gluten free items. The patty melt was very good- highly recommend this one. So beefy and cheesy. However the BELT sandwich in GF bread was not good. The bread was dry, the bacon was cold and it came with a side of mashed potatoes that was not salted at all. I have high standards for GF things, but this place was not my favorite unfortunately. read more

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I enjoyed Friedmans. We came here looking for gluten free pancakes or waffles, which Friedmans has, but unfortunately, all waffles had cheese and all pancakes either had custard or some heavy cream. I was a bit disappointed, but their friend chicken sandwich was pretty good. The bun wasn't the softest, but overall the bun held together for the most part. The fries were also good. The fried chicken that came with the waffle was pretty good and my boyfriend enjoyed his waffle. We also got the banana bread, which was okay. It wasn't overly sweet, but it was fluffy and didn't scream "gluten free", which is always good. I would probably come here again for a quick meal. read more

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Great food for the whole family with an upscale flair. The decor was interesting with simple jarred veggies along the walls. The service was good and the food came pretty quickly. There is no kids menu but there was plenty to choose from. My son had Mac and cheese bites from the app menu, for example. One thing to just know is that the restrooms are not gender specific. There's one restroom with several stalls for all patrons. This in theory doesn't bother us, we're accepting of whatever you want to do or whoever you are. But you never know in the world today, so we kept a closer eye when one of the kids went. We had zero issues and would absolutely go back. read more

If you have food allergies, avoid this place! After being told that the French fries were not safe for a child with sesame allergy they wanted to substitute it with a salad (they have 2 sesame salads!) They just don't understand allergies and think gluten free covers everyone. Not accommodating. Turkey wrap was blah. It's not real rotisserie, just cold cuts. Burger was mediocre. read more

Delicious food with nice sized portions. Varied menu so that all in your party should find something to eat. Definitely try the hand sliced pastrami. Absolutely delicious. Attentive service. Just an FYI: If you go with a party of 6 or larger they will add a 20% gratuity (not unusual) and they don't do individual checks. Sign up on the website for specials and discounts. read more

Friedman's - Hand sliced pastrami on seeded rye with fries - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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This is the restaurant that I order from the most- it is absolutely delicious every single time, consistent, and I have tried almost the entire menu at this point- everything is a winner! I love the quality and variety- thank you Friedman's! read more

Friedman's was a lucky find on my Yelp feed when it was freezing cold and raining in New York. They came through with some delicious warm matzo ball soup and pastrami sandwiches on rye that absolutely hit the spot. The entire group was super happy. Even though it was crowded service was attentive, and the server was super friendly. She also brought a special piece of cake out for my daughter's birthday, which everyone also really liked. The inside is classic diner, and it is a bit upscale as well, which made for a pleasant dining experience. It being in New York, there's not anywhere to park without paying so it's probably better to walk here or take the subway. Overall, five stars and would visit again. read more