What a super fun experience! Mom's Kitchen has such an eclectic, diverse menu that it was almost…read moreimpossible to decide what to order. I ended up with possibly the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had -- Taylor ham, scrambled eggs, pepper jelly and cheese on an everything bun. Absolutely delicious. The mimosa was embarrassingly large, but I gave it my best effort. And the coffee was exactly what breakfast coffee should be: good and strong. With about a million places to get breakfast in NYC, the best compliment I can give is that I would absolutely come back here again.

I visited this location for brunch with a friend that lived nearby…read more Loved the theming of the restaurant. The decor was fun and nostalgic, and the menu had some great call-backs and references. There was a wide variety of brunch items on the menu. I especially enjoyed the mocktail menu, and ordered the Blossom Lemonade. Service was quick and easy. Will definitely recommend to others in the area looking for a fun, themed brunch location!

I'm almost hesitant to write this review, because I'm afraid of too many people finding out about…read morethis hidden gem! Lady Blue has saved me twice now, when needing to grab dinner before a Broadway show. Yesterday (Sat) we got last minute tickets to an 8pm show and had to quickly find a place for dinner. Many of the spots in the Theater District were already booked from 5:30-7:30. Some were just way overpriced. I had been to Lady Blue before and liked it, and they had 6pm availability. When we arrived, it was lively but not unbearably crowded. The place is small with a few booths, but surprisingly the hostess brought the two of us to a full booth. It felt nice and luxurious! And we did not have to wait or fight for the table at all. Our waitress was very attentive, checking on us multiple times. As others have mentioned, this place is much more than a cocktail bar - they serve a wide variety of American food (flatbreads, burgers/sandwiches, entrees) - however the cocktails are fun and interesting too. My friend got the Magic Mermaid and I got the Chai Fashioned cocktail. Hers was so fun - blue in a fishbowl looking glass with a tail fin sticking out. Mine was a unique take on the typical Old Fashioned filled with spices. Next we got bacon-wrapped dates to start - absolutely delicious. Perfect mix of sweet and savory flavors of bacon, blue cheese, and date. For mains, we both got the Lady B Burger, which was a step up from the regular burger - we were able to order as we liked it (I got the bacon on the side). It also comes with a salad but you can pay extra for fries or tots. I got truffle fries, which hit the spot. The atmosphere was fun and relaxed - the music was kind of a remix of 70s hits and newer stuff. We were able to eat at comfortable pace, pay, and leave with plenty of time before our show. I will definitely be back!

Pre moulin rouge happy hour. Sat at the bar and they have comfortable bar stools which is a must…read more The bar tender was friendly but the drinks left much to be desired. I had their version of the lemon drop as well as another cocktail not on happy hour, one of their many espresso martinis. Both were just "meh" Also had the meatballs (also on happy hour) and while they were tasty, they were cold. Which surprised me because they came in a cast iron skillet. Cute place but I probably won't be back.

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

Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record…read morestraight! 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!

This Friedman's location is quite small compared to the others! It's nice and homey. We walked in…read morearound 11 on a Sunday morning and were seated immediately. Our server was super friendly and everyone working was very helpful. The staff had a good vibe. I like going to Friedman's because I have several gluten free friends and this restaurant really cares about that. It's generally a safe bet that your food and drinks will be good. They have quite a large variety on their menu, from breakfast to sandwiches to Asian fare. I didn't love my chicken sandwich but the spinach artichoke dip was amazing.

First time here and read many positive comments about it so we have it a try for our gluten feee…read moremember. Ordered dumplings and they were nothing special, steamed and average filling that you could get almost anywhere. The General Tso chicken was typical , daughter had grilled chicken sandwich and said it has a good flavor and was pleased.. Don't think I would return.

It was good food and good portions that looked like the pictures on the website. We sat at the bar…read moresince this place is pretty popular and we didn't want to wait twenty minutes for seating. We got the french toast, pancakes, turkey bacon and hashbrowns. Everything tasted good. But the bacon could have been crispier. I know many people struggle to make turkey bacon crispy. I've been able to do it at home but only with certain brands so I'm not too surprised the strips were floppy instead.

Great place, awesome service and delicious gluten free options ! what more could you ask for haha…read more Definitely enjoyed eating here, very laid back atmosphere with a cool vibe. Went with the B.L.A.T.Bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, herb aioli, on gluten free bread, and the Fried Chicken + Cheddar Waffle with habanero honey (Gluten-free). So delicious and everything was well prepared. If you are looking for some great gluten-free options stop by here because you wont be disappointed!

I met up with a friend here for happy hour and was thoroughly pleased with their drinks. We ordered…read morea few rounds of old fashioned cocktails on their happy hour menu that were excellent. I also ordered their Hamachi crudo which was flavorful and colorful. Our server was attentive and friendly. He kept the drinks flowing and checked in on us regularly. Great atmosphere to hang out and chat.

Great laidback atmosphere to enjoy some drinks and bites with the World Cup games! We enjoyed…read moredrinks here, also some very attentive service. 5/5 Margarita (HH $10) 4/5 G&T (HH $9) 4.5/5 Watermelon Frose ($15) 4.5/5 Island Vacay ($16) 4/5 Truffle Fries ($14) - loaded with truffle flavor but were not crispy enough

Decided to eat here because it was right next to where we'll be watching "The Play That Goes…read moreWrong". The place is small but has a very nice and cozy vibe. Very nicely decorated and clean. Such a cute but classy place. Everyone is so nice from the host to the waiters. We ordered Crispy Palta Loca white Truffle Fries, Huevas con Chorizo, Breakfast Burrito. For dessert we had the Chocolate brownie sundae. For drinks we had iced green tea and cappuccino. Everything was delicious! And the presentation is so nice! Isaac, our server is very attentive! Would love to come back next time we're around the area. The Blue Dog added to making our NY trip special and memorable!

I've been visiting The Blue Dog Cookhouse & Bar for years; it's been my favorite place whenever I'm…read morein New York, and I've brought friends and family here countless times. That's why writing this review is so disappointing. On my latest visit, we were a party of seven with two tables reserved in advance. From the moment we arrived, the staff were unprofessional and dismissive. We left! [N.B. Food Always Great.]

On 8/11 had a taste for farm-to-table and wanted to try a restaurant I had not patronized. So,…read moredecided on Friend of a Farmer. The restaurant's host/hostess area is at the entrance when you walk in. Tiny yet non-problematic. Bar, indoor and outdoor seating are available. On this lovely sunny late afternoon I opted for outdoor seating. Outdoor sidewalk patio seating is much better than other restaurants. It is clear that a lot of thought was put into making this as comfortable as inside. I had a perfect view of staff outside making a few signature drinks. One was a tomato martini however I opted for a mocktail blueberry lavender drink which was scrumptious & refreshing. For dinner, the watermelon caprese and vegan pot pies were fresh, tasty and packed with flavor. I could eat this for days on end and not get bored! Can't wait to return. Maybe for breakfast the next time.

So this was a Friday night at the end of the summer. We had a rez but we walked in 20 min early and…read morewere seated right away. No idea if it's like this at other times. The space is cozy. Plush banquettes and small tables. The ambiance is countryfied and corn-fed. The menu is equally small. We started with the corn ribs, so called because it was a corn cob quartered and dredged with crema and cotija. It had a pleasant bite to it. The burger was small to the eye but thicker than anticipated. It came with cheese, bacon, arugula, and fries. To my surprise I ate all of it. My dining companion had the grain bowl and enjoyed it. We washed this down with a Talea IPA and a cider, can't recall the name. Service was top notch. We even had an amuse bouche, cornbread with apple chutney. I tipped appropriately.

Food was great! Restaurant was very dark which made it hard for a family member with low vision to…read moresee at our original table. Staff was gracious enough to move us to a table with more lighting despite being very full that morning. We really appreciated it!

Stopped by Dutch Fred after seeing a show in the area. We asked for a table outside and we were…read moreable to sit and enjoy the New York scenery. We decided on the Wagyu sliders, Honey Sriracha Wings and Parmesan Truffle Fries. So glad we did bc all of our choices were fantastic. The sliders were served on a pretzel bun and the Wagyu melted in your mouth. The wings were perfectly cooked. They were smokey with the perfect amount of heat. The fries were just okay. They could have been cooked better or served "fresh." Overall we enjoyed our time at Dutch Fred's and would return after another show.

This is a family run chain of casual american menu restaurants, with a focus on mostly gluten free…read moreitems. Food - (4/5) - decent selection of starters, sandwiches, burgers and mains. Mostly gluten free and healthy portion sizes. - Grilled Chicken Swisswich - was an interesting mix of Bacon jam, gruyère, lettuce, avocado aioli on a toasted ciabatta. Not bad and came with some Herb fries. Service - (4/5) - servers were friendly and fairly attentive. Can get a bit busy and took bit longer than expected to get the order but regular check-ins afterwards. Atmosphere - (4/5) - it's at the bottom of the Edison Hotel so there isn't a dedicated restroom it's by the hotel lobby. Dim and homey feel to the layout and furniture/lighting. They have a partnership with a company that provides singing servers during dinner hour. Keep in mind they add a mandatory 5% fee on your bill for this! Overall - (4/5) - not a bad place and good for GF customers and those staying in the hotel.

Post-Theatre Sunday matinee of seeing "Hamilton," the musical lures me for a late lunch in NYC's…read moreTheatre District. Friedman's d/b/a Gayle's Broadway Rose where there are singing servers who are struggling actors/actresses attempting to get into the acting/stage/film industry while working in the food service restaurant business. I did not experience the singing servers during my patronized visit. Upon entering the Maître d' announced "right now, we're only seating at the bar counter not at tables," so why do I see patrons sitting at booth tables? Oh! It was somewhat busy but not at full capacity for full-on hustle bustle busy. Seating for one, please. Me, myself and I. Friedman's is located adjacent to Hotel Edison and restroom facility is in the hotel's lobby. Access to Hotel Edison's facility is limited as the hotel's staff will stop all who enter as I am not a hotel guest. I believe Friedman's is very overhype, and overrated. My male server/waiter calls all the female patrons "love" which does not bother me and does not irk me at all. But please do not call me "babe", "baby", "mamma" or "mommy" as these are too sexist, outdated and stereotype in some cultures/race directed at women. Friedman's is certainly a modern American luncheonette. No comment for alcohol as I not order any. There are no business cards for keepsake. Pastrami on rye $26.00 Mustard, pickle and vinegar chips The meat heavily embedded with a lot of white fat stretched and stuck together when bitten. The meat tasted very bland lacking flavor. The pastrami is NOT brined, seasoned certainly not smoked and not a hot sandwich. It is not cured pastrami. The mustard was mild spicy which gave the meat a zesty kick for aliveness, but very minimally applied. The pickle was average. The vinegar chips were very stale and harden. The rye bread was average with caraway seeds which was blah. I am uninterested in caraway seeds. Katz's Delicatessen continues to reign supreme in pastrami on rye as the meat is excessively abundant quantity piled high and very flavorful taste without the need of mustard or mayo condiment. I prefer this sandwich accompanied with fries like Katz's Delicatessen offers. At the bottom of the sales receipt there is a suggested gratuity in intervals of 20%, 22% and 25% where customers do not have to perform math calculation. I was able to obtain my sales receipt as keepsake.