I stopped in here to catch with a friend. It was raining and we had in mind to walk across the George Washington bridge. We were greeted nicely and sat at the bar. My friend had a matcha and I drank an iced tea. We shared fries. It was a very comfortable low pressure place. It felt like home. The check was pretty reasonable too. We were inside for about half hour. I used the restroom before our walk. I will be back next time when resting my friend in the heights. read more

Short version: go somewhere else. Long version: We were in town on 27 July 2026 for a couple days and dropped in for dinner. We were a party of 6. It's a comfortable little place with a nice vibe. Our waiter, Daniel, was great. He introduced himself and told us about specials. He took our drink orders and promptly came back with same. We asked about some appetizers and he gave us great advice. We ordered the fried chicken app (yummy, fresh chunks of fried chicken with a nice dipping sauce.) we also had the eggplant croquettes, those were quite tasty. The dates wrapped in bacon were also yummy. We ordered more food for dinner. He took a couple more drink orders,all good. After a bit he told us the food would be out in about 10 minutes, and it did! We had a three cheese pizza which was great. One of our party had the cauliflower salad and said it was very good. The French fries were also hot and tasty. The lentil soup was reported as being just ok. The beef bourguignon looked great. Unfortunately, the beef was dry. It had great potential but missed the target. Same for the roasted half chicken, it looked great, the sauce was great, but the chicken was overdone and dry. The bread pudding was so so. THE BIGGEST PROBLEM was that Daniel left after the dinner came. Eventually a young lady came around to our table. She never introduced herself, but the ticket said Nyla. She literally never would clear the table. I cleared several big plates and put them on an empty table next to us. Those empty plates were there when we left. The plates with pizza crust and the finished bowl of lentil soup were also still there. She never brought the bill. I had to flag her down to get it. Then I had to get up to go pay. Lo and behold, there was an automatic 20% tip. Now it became clear why she didn't bother taking care of her table. The food is so so and the service was horrific. I won't go back. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while, and finally had a chance to have dinner with a friend here. Inside, it was spacious with low lighting, giving it an intimate feel. They were offering the Restaurant Week menu, so we decided to take advantage of that. This included a drink, along with 3 courses, consisting of Appetizer, Entree, and Dessert. For the drink, I selected the Lazy River and only non alcoholic option, which consisted of Coconut, pistachio, mint, rosewater, lime, as well as seltzer. This was a bubbly, refreshing drink that was strong in Coconut and Lime. I had the Fried Calzone with sausage, tomato, mozzarella, and pecorino as the appetizer. This was 2 huge beautifully made Calzones, however there was barely any sausage. It was full of thick, melty cheese and well seasoned tomato sauce. The outer shell was wonderfully crispy. I just really expected and wanted to taste Sausage, so I was disappointed. I tried my friend's Buttermilk Fried Chicken, and I'm usually not that impressed by chicken, but I enjoyed this. The Fried Chicken was satisfyingly crunchy, tender, and flavorful. My entree was The Garrison Burger, which was a beef burger with raclette, confit onions, burger sauce, gem lettuce, and french fries. This was just okay. The meat was cooked well, but a little on the bland and dry side. The cheese with onion and sauce was a nice addition. Fries were thick, delightfully crispy with great potato taste. Dessert was Bread Pudding with sour cherries and buttermilk caramel. This was not a traditional Bread Pudding for me, but I did enjoy the rich, creamy caramel, as well as the cherries, which are my favorite fruit! I found the Bread Pudding itself to be thick, dense, and sweet from the caramel sauce. Service was pretty good. I wasn't that impressed by the food, but next time I would like to try the Piggyback Dates appetizer made out of dates wrapped in bacon with cheese inside. read more

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I think the last time I ate here was during the shut down and hadn't been back since. Grabbed a solo brunch after an appointment nearby and I'm mad I haven't been back sooner. Ordered the garrison platter and it didn't disappoint. The pancake was delicious. I wish more restaurants would use warm syrup and let the butter melt in it but that's just a personal preference haha (they don't do that here btw just think it would take the pancake to the next level) I wasn't a big fan of the bacon but overall enjoyed it and would order again. Maybe try the sausage or see what alternatives are available. Definitely seems like a local staple with a constant stream of folks coming in. Chill vibes. No unlimited brunch if that's what you're looking for but great food! read more

The Uptown Garrison - Garrison Platter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

This place is great for gluten free burgers, sandwiches, and pizza from a brick oven. I really like the Beef Bourguignon. The ambience is excellent - It feels rustic, yet classy, and a very nice staff. I would recommend The Uptown Garrison for cocktails, coffee, lunch, or dinner. read more

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The Uptown Garrison with its vintage look of subway tiles and industrial metal caged pendant lamps, gives this bar/restaurant a rustic feel. A vibe that encourages social interaction or read a book and chill. No distracting flat screens here. Grabbing seats at the L-Shaped bar, we were greeted by our mixologist for the evening, 'Alecia'. I am fairly simple when it comes to my adult beverage of choice. A bold Red, a crisp dry White, Prosecco or Champagne. No Rosès, Gewurtztraminer's or Moscatos. Nothing sweet for me. As The Garrison is known for their craft cocktails, I opted for the, 'Nose Goes!' A Wasabi infused something with Gin, adorned with a "Seaweed Snack" attached to the side of the glass with the teeniest clothespin I've ever seen. Cool presentation. The combination of Wasabi and Gin kicked me upside my head... Strong AF!! Whilst simultaneously tricking me to believe I was eating sushi. WTF! Now I freaking wanted Sushi, which they don't sell. My head was all over the place! The mixologists creativity was ingenious! Appetites now open, we chose some tasty apps. Charcuterie is a must when available. So the Cheese and Meat Plate it is, served with these infused diced apples, which we thought were some other fruit. Trying to test how great our palates were...Are these Pears? Plums? We couldn't identify the fruit. Okay we give up! We were told they were apples, we all were way off. Lol!! We also ordered the Eggplant Ragu Croquettes, a bit soft but very tasty and lastly the sweet, savory Piggyback Dates. All good choices. The Uptown Garrison offered a chill atmosphere, chill music and chill personnel, for this Saturday afternoon January brunch, bar hopping pitstop with the Uptown Crew. TIP: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily Brunch (Table Service): Fri-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm Happy Hour (Bar Only): Mon - Fri 4:00pm-6:00pm read more

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If you can't get into Dutch Baby and don't want to wait, come here. Uptown Garrison is only 6 blocks away from another brunch spot, Dutch Baby but the vibe is drastically different. Dutch Baby also doubles as a (delicious) bakery but the brunch times there can be very overcrowded and chaotic. Uptown Garrison serves brunch and also doubles as a cafe. I've come for traditional brunch on the weekend and also have come during the week for their cafe/brunch service. On weekdays, you order at the barista counter instead of a server coming over. They do serve the full menu of brunch if you order at the barista counter. I haven't come for dinner yet but I'd like to. Service is always good and food comes out pretty quickly. The food is a decent, affordable brunch and not much different than the brunch you'll get at Dutch Baby (and you'll get less of a headache trying to get a table). I've had the egg sandwich and avocado toast and have no complaints. The brunch isn't anything outstanding or different here but it's a solid place to come. They have pastries but I think they are made out of house and brought in by a third party. If you want a solid brunch without the chaos of Dutch Baby in the same neighborhood, Uptown Garrison is a solid choice. The entrance appears to be accessible for wheelchair users. The bathroom also seems to be compliant for accessibility. The second half of the restaurant is accessible via a small staircase but the other half does not require use of stairs at all. Also a good place for large groups as there's plenty of space. There is also bar seating if you're coming solo. read more

The Uptown Garrison - Jasmine iced Ted - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Inconsistent/mediocre food and drinks for the price. Some of the bartenders have the mixologist attitude but don't deliver the quality. Gluten free options especially the pizza and Mac + Cheese are disappointing. Staff operations are noticeably different when managers/owners are on hand working. read more

Had a get together and decided to do it here. The drinks were really good. The bartender knew her cocktails. The ambience was nice. The pizza were delicious but the calzones left alot to be desired. Will definitely go back for drinks and maybe try a burger this time..... read more

The Uptown Garrison - Cosmo..... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Came in for a dinner during the week, plenty of seating area available at bar and tables. They have great cocktail options that I was told they switch out seasonally. We ordered artichoke pizza and it was phenomenal. Wait staff were very nice and attentive. Great experience! read more

My shakshuka rating: 7/10 I went for brunch with family and was deciding between the shakshuka and the fried chicken and waffles. Don't think twice-- order the chicken and waffles (unless you're vegetarian). (The presentation of the shakshuka looked better than my pics. I mixed it around before taking the pics) The egg in the shakshuka was cooked all the way, so don't expect a runny egg. There was also a lot of peppers, which didn't bother me at first, but near the end, it felt like a lot. So unless you love peppers, go for it. You also get served a side of bread, which helps. But let me tell you-- I kept wishing I ordered the chicken and waffles! From what I tasted off my relative's plate, it was slightly spicy, and the chicken could've been seasoned more, but it was very satisfying. The Royal Blue early grey was delicious and not as sweet as I thought it would be. But a good chill drink Re: Ambiance-- It was a pretty busy Sunday early afternoon, and it was pretty busy and kind of loud. But a good time all around. Service was also super friendly and welcoming. . read more

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Everything about this place is great! ESPECIALLY the food! The service was fantastic and the staff was so friendly and accommodating. Can't wait to go back to Washington Heights and go there again. A friend assured me we would go! Woohoo! read more

Had happy hour drinks and sat at the bar. Had a beet and goat cheese salad. Fair price and very good!

Just had a really lovely time taking my now-8 year old daughter to The Garrison for a birthday dinner along with her two siblings. The staff went above and beyond taking care of us, taking note of her birthday tiara and making sure to help our dinner feel celebratory. And, as a gluten-free eater, always appreciate that there's gluten free options and substitutions on the menu! We had a great dinner :) read more

Uptown garrison was good. Definitely will revisit. Was a bit crowded when I went but the food was great.

Four of us enjoyed pizza here last evening. Staff was very courteous and friendly and we received prompt service as well. All food received was very good and ingredients were very fresh. We would visit again another time. read more

The Uptown Garrison - Pepperoni & Peppers Pizza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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Great coffee , great breakfast menu Self service if you sit down , fyi They got rid of the Brussels Sprouts on the dinner menu , haven't been back since read more

The pizza was delicious, on the table was the margarita pizza, and an artichoke pizza. I'm still thinking of the artichoke pizza. I saw a few good plates going around that also looked yummy. Trouble in Berrydise was the drink of choice, gave off tiki vibes & was pleasant. Staff was friendly and attentive, definitely recommend this spot. read more

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I eat here and take out Matcha lattes often and it's so good!! Most recently I had the Frittata!! But the pizza and the burgers are read more

The pizza was delicious!!!! The chili honey added that extra oomf to the pizza. The eggplant croquettes were surprisingly good. Not the biggest fan of eggplant but this dish turned out different. Olivia our server was great!!!! The ambiance is relaxed, dark, and low key. The host was nice and sat us down right away. read more

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Overall, it was a wonderful brunch experience with great food, drinks, and service. We will definitely be coming back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a spot to enjoy good vibes and delicious food. read more

Very personable and efficient staff welcomes you at this popular local spot. I loved the spacey interior, which allows you to feel more comfortable... especially these days. Brussels sprouts: I'm a huge sprouts lover, but I didn't enjoy them. They were too tough and had little flavor. Fried calzone: I liked the dough, but it came barely warm. Burger: very sizable, but this was the only thing positive about it. The bun was tough and old. The meat was over cooked (I asked for medium-rare) and, again, barely warm. The fries tasted old, too. Pizza margherita: the flavor was ok, but the dough was way too soft. Overall, although we felt warmly welcomed and graciously served, we have very little reason to go back. The check ended up being in the 70s and we felt like we had complains about every dish we ordered. It's a pity. read more

Had a fantastic day at Uptown Garrison. While the atmosphere inside was warm and friendly, outside the sky was delivering drenching downpours. Know for their signature cocktails while getting a bit of a show by the mixologist. You can tell they are proud of their creations. The brussel sprouts are a very popular dish. We had the mushroom pizza which was very delicious. I give this location two thumbs up . read more

I ordered the chicken and waffles. The waffle was pre-packaged garbage. It also tasted like it It was hard should've been made from scratch with all the "things" that they make there. Biscuits and gravy were delicious. The servers were kind but slow. They got part of our order wrong I'm at home right now and still waiting for a cup of ice. It really depends on what you eat and who's serving. read more

Got two pizzas delivered so I can only share the takeout experience but I liked it! Food: Truffle mushroom- 4/5: if you like a savory pizza then this one is for you. The flavors were gorgeous. Not too much truffle to overpower the rest of the pizza. I personally couldn't have this whole pie on its own bc it is pretty rich. Marg- 5/5: we did have some extra toppings but you really can't go wrong with a Marg. I thought it was great. The sauce was scrumptious. My only gripe was with the dough. The dough was good but it didn't hold that well. It was a little too floppy. Delivery: extremely fast and came hot! Price: 3/5- ngl the price is steep. 20$ for a pie is a hard pill to swallow but I do think in some ways it makes up for it. I'll order again! read more

The Uptown Garrison - Margherita Pizza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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Delicious pizzas and cocktails. Especially the wild mushroom and the artichoke pizzas.

Came here for a quick Sunday brunch and everything was amazing! Except the service... Shrimp and Grits were really good! It's surprising how many places give you plane grits and this that's how it's supposed to be, but these were approved by a Southerner! Shaksuka was flavorful and really good, but I wish if had 1 or two more eggs in it. If possible mention it on the menu and if I could I would love to just add an extra egg - easy up-sell for you. Fried New Potatoes were really simply made, but also really good. Everything was well seasoned and there was nothing I didn't enjoy eating. read more

I came here because of a recommendation from a friend. The area doesn't have the best food options so I tried it out and wasn't too impressed. It is more a bar than a restaurant in my opinion. Most people like this place for a time out with friends, to have some beer and finger foods. I came in expecting a five star meal which is probably why I did not enjoy it. I felt that there was little seasoning, bland. The fries were very good. The atmosphere was nice, clean, comfortable and the staff was super nice. For a night out with friends I 100% recommend, but for a great meal- not here. read more

Best brunch place in WaHi! Chicken and Belgian waffle is the best in my opinion, though my partner's favorite is the sausage, egg, cheese sandwich. My partner is also a coffee connoisseur and always gets the Cortado. The quality of food and service is consistently high and enjoyable. read more

The Uptown Garrison - Cortado and cardamom latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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We loved this place!!!!!! Had the artichoke ricotta brunch pizza and a side of bacon which was phenomenal! Couple tasty drinks! Our bartender was fantastic... nicest guy ever. Would 100% come back here! read more

The Uptown Garrison - Clearly this is beer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Went for brunch today and was disappointed with the service. We wanted to sit outside. They said they have a table but that they need the table back in an hour for a res. That's fine. However they didn't let us know that we only had an hour, and also that service would be slow. Food took a while to come out. 40 min after we sat, waitress dropped the check (we were done eating but we still wanted coffee). Coffee comes out 15 MIN LATER (so 55 minutes into the hour) in to-go cups. The whole point of ordering coffee was to enjoy it there out of actual coffee cups, not as a goodbye present (at our expense). If they brought it out fast and we could have enjoyed it for 15 min at the table, that would have been perfect. We felt so unwelcome. We were fine with leaving in an hour but they took so long with everything we ordered and then basically kicked us out. Waitress wouldn't even make eye contact or acknowledge that we felt uncomfortable for the last 10 min we were there. The food was good but service overshadowed the second half of the hour, which made me sad because it was a special occasion. If I do come back, it won't be for a while read more

The Uptown Garrison - Brunch - Frittata of the Day and Pancakes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

A Washington Heights hidden Gem! This is the best pizza spot in the Heights. They actually make the best pizza I've ever had in my entire life ... literally. Went on a dinner date with my hubby and our 19 month old daughter. The service was great. The waitresses were sweet, helpful, and really patient. They did their best to accommodate us with our child. They gave us awesome suggestions for both the wine and the pizza. The place itself is such a vibe. It's a really calm setting, we loved it and would love to go back for an actual date for just hubby and I. ~~~ Margherita Pizza : 9/10 I don't usually like this kind of pizza but this one right here ... wow! It the best match with the wine we got which was a white wine, I believe it was the Grüner Veltliner. Three Cheese Pizza (+ we added pepperoni) : 10/10 Pepperoni & Pepper Pizza (we ordered no peppers) : 8.5/10 (it was way too cheesy but still delicious) The sauce on this pizza is so unique. This pie has a honey garlic type mixed in vibe, its taste is unforgettable. Pepperoni & Pepper Pizza : 9/10 We ordered it without the peppers, it was extremely cheesy (maybe way too cheesy) but it was delicious. **this pie isn't shown on the photo** Thank you for such nice experience @UptownGarrison read more

The Uptown Garrison - Three Cheese Pizza & Margherita Pizza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

My go to delivery spot when I want to splurge on some higher end pizza. The artichoke pizza and the sausage pizza are my absolute favorites and are also delicious when reheated! I literally crave the artichoke pizza on a regular basis. The brussel sprouts and fried chicken are also standouts. High quality ingredients, excellent flavor. Truly a never miss spot in my experience! read more

Spectacular service, excellent food, and superb drinks! This is truly another hidden gem in Washington Heights!

Amazing brunch. Amazing staff. The pancakes are always consistent. Daniel and Alissa are the perfect staff and they always make us feel welcome. read more

Upon entering, we were greeted by a friendly host. The restaurant was nicely dimmed and the AC was just right for the humid warm day. It seemed moderately busy for a Friday night, but we were able to be seated at small tabletop with very little wait. We decided to share the garrison burger, mushroom pizza, buttermilk fried chicken, beignets and lattes. We ordered everything up front, to reduce the wait time of eating by course order. The beignets came out first. They were four to an order and came with vanilla marscapone. They were delicious - fried to perfection and not too sweet. The beignets paired well with our lattes. Unfortunately that was the peak of our meal. While we could taste that the rest of the food was made with quality ingredients, it left a lot to be desired in terms of seasoning. The burger was bland. It's listed as coming with a "burger sauce". We couldn't taste it. It felt like we were eating soggy bread with bland meat. The fries were ok. The mushroom pizza was also bland. We could kiiiinda taste the garlic but thats it. We feel like maybe some truffle oil could have saved this one - but thats neither here nor there. The buttermilk fried chicken could have used more chili honey glaze and more seasoning over all. If it weren't for the dipping sauce, most of the chicken would have gone untouched. Although we got our food fairly quickly, the service was underwhelming. Nobody wants waitstaff hovering over you while you eat, but to not have your waiter check in on you at least once after receiving your meal, defeats the purpose of dining out as oppose to ordering take out. Overall we rate this place 3/5 stars read more

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This place is awesome. Great for breakfast and dinner. I've been here plenty of times. The first time I came I had breakfast, The Garrison Platter it comes with organic pancake, 2 eggs any style, house-cured bacon, strawberry jam. The bacon was BOMB! Nice thick slice of bacon. The eggs are fluffy and the pancakes had buttery crispy edges. I would deff order this again. On my second visit I had the chicken and waffles it came with buttermilk fried chicken, chili honey, Liège-style waffle, buttermilk ranch, maple syrup. The waffle at first may seem small but the whole dish was perfect size. The chicken was perfectly cooked through. Nice and crispy full of flavor. I didn't like the buttermilk ranch but if you eat it with everything it kinda goes lol. But the cherry on top was the chili honey! I love me some spice! Third time I went for dinner. I had the Artichoke Pizza which came with artichoke puree, garlic, oregano, fried artichoke, lemon fresh parsley, Parmesan, lemon. This pizza was delicious. A little turned off by the big pieces of artichoke. I wish they were smaller pieces so it can be eaten in one bite. But it was a good ratio of ingredients as far as cheese, topping and bread. It also had a nice crispy and charred bottom. The parsley & lemon was a game changer it gave it that touch of freshness! My fourth time I also went for dinner with my sister. We started off with the Sausage Calzoniti. This was sooooo good. Be careful not to burn your mouth it comes piping hot! Then we ordered the Broccoli Pizza. It came with roasted broccoli. Chili purée, garlic, mozzarella, caciocavallo, Parmesan and lemon. This pizza was good but I wouldn't order it again. I just love me a meat pizza. The beignets were good. It was a good portion size. I give them props for cooking them to perfection. It's tough to fry these bad boys and not get at least one undercooked! It came with a size of vanilla marscapone. The apple crumple was a fail for me. It was too dry for my liking. It should of came with some ice cream or some other cream base sauce to make up for the dry crumble on top. I would order this again but with a side of vanilla ice cream. read more

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Had the great opportunity to visit this restaurant today. It's a quaint New York restaurant that is very warm and comfortable when you enter. Remember, you must show proof of vaccination. After being cleared, I was able to order my gingerbread latte coffee. It was beautifully prepared and tasted amazing! Ivan looked at ordering The turkey sandwich and a glass of wine. The turkey sandwich was amazing and it was buttery and rich. The wine was light and crisp.. My sisterand I ordered a second glass when our meal was done. Overall I really love the ambience and the warmness of the restaurant. I definitely would come back for their brunch menu on Sunday. read more

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Great service and ambiance along with great food. Every time I go for brunch I always get the garrison platter which includes pancakes, eggs and bacon which I sub with avocado or fries read more

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I like the place but had a terrible experience there. I was at the bar with my wifehaving early drinks waiting to move to a table for dinner. When it was time to move to table I asked If I can transfer my tab to the table. I was told to close the tab and move to table. I closed the tab, went to the hostess to get a table and was told no table was available for an hour while we had lost my spot at the bar... This is a blatant lack of minimal logistics happening here... read more