This place was absolutely AMAZING! It hit 5 stars on all aspects from the service to the food to…read morethe ambiance! I will definitely be patronizing again in the near future. A friend and I chose to experience the Restaurant Week lunch special since neither of us had been to this restaurant before. We sat at the bar and decided to go for the $19 lunch special they serve Monday - Friday instead. We had alot of staff servicing us. Even though we sat at the actual bar, we had a floor server attending to us as well as the bar staff. We even met the manager, Tiffany, as she introduced herself to us and made sure we were taken care of properly. The UWS location is huge. It is about 2/3rds of a North/South block with an enclosed patio built in the front of the restaurant. The bar is simply beautiful. It is half inside and half on the sidewalk also semi enclosed. I did not walk around the inside of the restaurant but I did see there were alot of mirrors and a darker interior. Bar was filled with liquor on the walls and gave it a modern day saloon feel. Very comfortable and inviting. We ordered drinks initially. They were carefully crafted and tasty on a hot summer day. I ordered the Waldorf Salad lunch special and my friend had the Spicy Chicken Sandwich. I must say the portions are large. They make sure you do not leave hungry! :) Both entrees came with soup and a second side. I had the biscuit and honey/maple butter. Oh my was it heavenly. My friend was super satisfied with her sandwich. It looked like a meal fit for a Queen! All of the food was seasoned well. While we were still enjoying our meal the bar changed from lunch to happy hour service. My friend decided to order the Margarita flight. It came with three flavored margaritas for a mere $12. I tried the Spicy Brine Margarita and it will now be the only drink I have for future visits. So delicious and flavorful. We were having such a great time as the bar filled with patrons and we spoke with our neighbors. At this time one of our servers brought us a complimentary pretzel. It was the star of the show from presentation to taste I would recommend anyone to try it. The bathrooms are unisex. By the time I needed to use it the restaurant was crowded and so it needed to be serviced. The stall I utilized had a strong urine smell and needed a proper cleaning. Management might consider placing air fresheners in each stall to at least give the illusion of cleanliness. This restaurant raised the bar for hospitality! The service was top notch as well as the food and atmosphere. If you have not tried this place I highly suggest that you do. It is a 100 out of 10 establishment for NYC! My gratitude goes out to all of the wait staff and bartenders that made our experience so wonderful.

I stumbled upon this gem during a Sunday stroll. I had only planned to stop in for a drink, but one…read morelook at the menu convinced me to order brunch; and I'm so glad I did. Brunch at Jacob's Pickles is a real treat. I ordered the coleslaw with pickles as a side, it was delicious. The breakfast platter was absolutely massive and overall good, a bit salty for me, and the biscuit was a bit soft. But the grits were delightful. I sat at the bar, so the service was fine, though not particularly memorable. What I loved most was the patio: it's partially open and partially enclosed, letting you enjoy plenty of natural light while staying cool in the air conditioning. It gives you the feeling of dining outdoors without the noise or wind from the street. The interior design is beautiful and adds so much to the experience. I definitely recommend checking this place out. I'll certainly be back to try more of the menu!

Fred's was so accommodating for our 20+ last minute reservation for a post-event drinks and food…read more They stayed open late for our group and served us fast as we took over the bar and back dining area that had a lot more space. Fast service, strong drinks. Chicken tenders were a little bland. Love the decor- wall to wall framed photos of dogs.

I don't live on the UWS, but was here, and just happened to come in on trivia night. This place is…read morea gem. If I was local, I would give it one star to protect it from others coming in. But I'm not, so come! This place is great. Come visit And there are pictures of pet dogs all over the walls

Came for a quick bite with my parents and we all were happy with our choices. The seafood bisque…read morewas the ideal temperature and creamy. The avocado toast was perfectly toasted and creamy. Service was a little slow tonight but otherwise no concerns.

Excellent service and delicious food. Restaurant is clean…read more Staff is polite and attentive. Wide variety of food choices.

Went for brunch on a Monday morning. Excellent latte, good food, and great service. The vegan…read moretofu scramble was a little bland for my taste but nothing a few dashes of hot sauce didn't solve. Would absolutely come back.

Good food but very expensive for basic eggs. Yes it's NYC pricing but still crazy considering you…read morecan get a great bagel sandwich for significantly cheaper. Nice service. Very packed for brunch on the weekends.

I went to Viand on a Thursday for lunch. 3 of us walked in and were able to choose our table and…read morewere seated right away. Service was great and the food came out faster than I've ever experienced in my life. Diner vibes, perfect spot for a quick casual lunch. Very bright and small on the inside. The lemon chicken soup was fantastic, and there was lots of well cooked chicken in the chicken Cesar wrap as well.

The highlight of my trip to New York for as our dinning experience. I loved the small neighborhood…read morevibe that draws you in. We found this place by mistake and I love when the unexpected circumstance pulls you in a different direction and you have to make the best of a situation. Our food was delicious and the service was top notch. You can tell this is a fan favorite for the locals and if i'm ever back in the area I will definitely be back.

This Family Owned Jewish Deli opened in 1908 and then moved to its present location in 1929, Barney…read moreGreengrass directs its focus on traditional Baltic style smoked fish, like Lox, Herring, Sable, & White Fish. It has only one store, which is found on Amsterdam Avenue on the Upper West Side of New York City, - and it has changed very little over the past 120+ years. Most famous for its Smoked Fish, especially its Smoked Sturgeon, Barney Greengrass has an extensive menu along this line, offering mostly cured fish items, either in sliced form, or as smoked fish salads. However there is a small list of meat sandwiches that are offered as well, making Barney Greengrass yet another great Jewish Deli in NYC that is NOT Kosher. During my numerous visit between 1976 and 1999, the service at Barney Greengrass has always been friendly and informative. It made me feel like I was a regular here, even during my fist visit. I always make sure to get one the platters, which can be any combination of three smoked fish items. Usually select the Sturgeon, the Nova, and the White Fish, which comes two Bagels. I found it good to get a large of their amazing Borscht as well, as a refreshing pallet cleanser. And just to mix things up a bit, I once slit a Pastrami Sandwich, whish was on the small side for an NYC Deli, but was delicious that it was well worth price. Other items of is their Pickled Herring Salad, their White Fish Salad, and especially their Latkes (potato pancakes). I love fish, thus Barney Greengrass has become one of my favorite Delis in America. Yum!

This place was hopping on a Sunday morning. The service was adequate but not great as we had to…read moreprovide a few reminders for staff. It's a great place to people watch outside. The egg and salmon sandwich was very good. The potato latkes were delicious. My iced tea was fresh.

Great UWS spot for brunch / lunch. They have a good selection of breakfast & lunch items. Very…read moresmall seating area, with great service. I've been several times and it's always the same staff. Love their sandwiches, all of which come on fresh bread. The Herb Crusted Chicken Breast sandwich (pictured) might've one of my favorite sandwiches in the city. Huge portion and absolutely delicious.

We are babysitting in 5he UWS again. We were out for brunch and decided to return here for brunch…read more Our second experience here was excellent again. An extremely nice small unpretentious restaurant with great food. This time, I had the Murray breakfast sandwich which had salmon, eggs and a potato pancake on a brioche bun. My wife opted for the grilled cheese with avocado. Both dishes were great. Well worth going to when near Broadway and 79.

In line with what I'd expect from a diner! Relatively bright interiors, quick service, and noise…read morelevels on the quieter side. What we ordered: Mexican Frittata ($17.95), Tex Mex Scrambled ($17.95), and Strawberry Pancakes ($16.95). Unlimited coffee pours from $3.75! Javier our server was quick to take our order and was attentive. Great spot in the UWS area if you are looking for a quick bite.

My food was excellent. There's not much more to say other than I enjoyed my food and can't wait to…read morehave it again. I had the lumberjack with frech toast. The service was grat as well.