Ambiance was absolutely beautiful - i especially still remember the sparkling glasses catching the evening light all around the room The food was delicious and we didn't feel rushed or over-monitored Wine list super interesting too read more

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This place is a Village institution. I had a date with my now-husband here back in 2018 so it will always have a special place in my heart. Super cute, great drinks. I can't remember anything we had except for the tomatoes when it first opened, but the food is good. It doesn't necessarily "wow" you but coupled with the great ambiance and friendly service, it is a reliable spot to be with friends on a weekend. read more

-Nice staff -Cute place -Bar and restaurant -Helpful with food allergies -We had a few different wines, apps, entrees, and desserts We had a nice time with friends ( everyone enjoyed their meal- didn't get all the food pics though ) read more

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Fedora recently reopened and wow! The new space feels much bigger than the original but still maintains that cozy village vibe. Came for a dinner resy on Saturday. We were a tad late to our reservation but thankfully were still able to be seated by the friendly host. Started with some wine, loved the chilled Gamay for a light and refreshing option. For the food we had: -Grilled Zucchini Salad: pretty simple. Cheese is strong but tasty. -Cured Snapper w Cucumber: very olive oil forward. Not much flavor to the fish. Meh would pass. -Pierogies w Chantrelles: second favorite dish! Cooked more like a ravioli than a classic pierogi but it was delicious and rich and savory! -Chicken Cordon Bleu: also rich, lots of cheese. Perfectly crispy and moist. -Grilled Corn Polenta: AMAZING! This was my favorite dish! The flavor of the grilled corn really paired well with the polenta, and I loved the spice on the popcorn topping. Service was also great throughout the night despite them getting rly busy. Overall a solid spot. Between the corn polenta and those pierogies I would definitely come back. read more

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I imagine that Fedora II or Fedora-the-Second for this new incarnation is more cumbersome than keeping the original name. Water under the bridge. All of the cocktail-bar-meets-aperitif-bar atmosphere of the original remains intact, accompanied by a curated French-inflected menu (think chicken cordon bleu) and with an old-world focused wine by the glass selection. A youngish, mostly heterosexual crowd is often found here. Food service is exceptional as one would expect from the St. Jardim team and the amiability of the hosts guarantees that one will return on another day if seats are unavailable on your visit. Vigorous exercise of your vocal cords is necessary if members of your party wish to hear each other; but you were expecting that already. read more

Fedora - View from far end of the bar looking to entrance. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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We started with the coppa which was delightful. We followed up with the sausage eggplant and peppers my wife had the Sea Bass. Although the new place is small the service was good and the staff were friendly. Other than the pricey wine list we loved our time at Fedora. Will be back. read more

Special, unique drinks and food. So glad it reopened. Truly everything was fantastic.

I heard about the recently reopened Bar Fedora and knew I had to come as soon as possible to try it. As a disclaimer, I never visited this bar before it closed down in 2020 so I don't have a frame of reference for this review relative to how it was prior. However, I had a pretty enjoyable experience here for the first time! I had a reservation on a weekday around 9pm and was surprised at how many people were here. The host greeted us kindly and led us to our table right when we arrived. The place has such an intimate and classic feel that feels very nice without being over the top. The dim lights make it very romantic. We started off with some drinks-- a Negroni and a Doña Rosa which were both perfectly balanced in flavor, refreshing, and went down smoothly. For food, their menu is very straightforward and they offer a few dishes per section. I was very sad to hear they had ran out of the chicken cordon bleu which is one of the main reasons I had come. My fiancé and I ordered: - Grilled squid with quail eggs: surprising combination but it works! Get this with side bread to soak up the egg yolk with squid juices and tangy parsley sauce. The squid was perfectly tender and seasoned just right! - Pierogis: very bright and spring-reminiscent dish. The pierogis were generously stuffed with a salted cheese which contrasted beautifully with the sweetness of the peas and spring alliums. This also came with a little creamy sauce on top that made this *chefs kiss*. - Spaghetti: came with a light sauce that was buttery, a little tangy, and with generous bits of clams. Very good flavor but the pasta itself was not as al dente as it could have been. The herbal hints from the oregano - Grilled tilefish: very strong dish! The tilefish reminded me a lot of cod in terms of how flaky and buttery it was but it had less sweetness. The fish itself was super flavorful and came over a bed of sautéed nettles (thought it was spinach) that was just divine. The whole dish came together with this creamy sauce on top that balanced out the flavors well and made it feel so comforting. Super well prepared. - Black bass provençale: Amazing! I think this was my favorite dish of the night. The bass was perfectly cooked and it came over this spectacular sauce with generous olives, capers, herbs, and a hint of red wine/balsamic that just elevated the whole dish and transported you to a summer night in the south of France. Amazing flavors, simple but super satisfying. - Dessert: we could not decide on a dessert so we tried both the carrot cake and the rice pudding. The carrot cake looked like a thick slab of bread but somehow was super moist and not cake-y at all. The cream cheese frosting on top was so buttery and had hints or warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. I thought the amount of raisins and nuts in the cake was perfect. The coconut rice pudding was creamy and had a subtle coconut flavor. The sweetness level was perfect and not too overwhelming. It came with this delicious hard chocolate shell that also had the perfect level of sweetness balanced by some sea salt on top. Both desserts were phenomenal! Would recommend you try both if you have room. Overall, the food had great flavor, felt very homemade, and tasted fresh. I think what makes this place stand out is the exceptional service and the spectacular ambiance. This place feels so lowkey yet elevated/longstanding, like a true hidden gem. The service felt professional but without coldness --I appreciated how all the staff knows how to be a little more casual, show their personalities, and provide customers with a sense of familiarity. Prices were pretty steep and the food did not necessarily completely blow my mind (which is what I was expecting). However, I will definitely make my way back one day for some good vibes and cordon bleu. read more

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Fedora has returned, again. This is the third iteration of the Greenwich Village legend and it is a worthy successor to its two predecessors. The team is excellent and they have created an excellent vibe. The food is creative and very tasty. We are happy to have Fedora back! Go now before it becomes impossible to get a reservation. read more

Fedora - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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If you don't ask for Alizé you're uneducated. She makes the meal. The best ever and the food is great too.

The manager forced us to order food and threatened that If we don't they will make us go stand at the bar and gives our seats to someone else who will Order dinner instead. We just wanted to do drinks first and then order something later. They were incredible rude and greedy and pushy towards us. It ruined our experiences there. And won't be going back. read more

Wow! Best dinner experience we've had in a long time. All around 5 stars. From the moment you walk it - friendly service, beautiful dark mossy speak easy vibes but classy and sophisticated. All the meals were a hit and the cocktails! The house martini and apple martini both excellent. The squash, pierogies, persimmons Waldorf, and omg the cordon blue! Absolutely divine! We were all around impressed at our overall experience and would take friends and family here again. Sadly the story of the old woman that once owned it showing up to applause is no more - she passed away a few years ago. But her presence is still felt. We will definitely be back! read more

Fedora - Martini and appletini - New American Near Me - New York, New York

The ambiance is great. Very chill vibes with great music. The attention from the staff is top notch. We ate at the bar, our server Vinnie was so knowledgable and helped us arrange the order of the plates. The food is so good. Nothing gimmicky just good food with amazing flavor profiles. Definitely returning! read more

We always loved Fedora 1.0, but 2.0 is even better! Their menu seems pretty seasonal, and this Feb '26 one is a must have. Def don't hesitate if you're thinking about it. Very much elevated comfort food, with some major standouts being the split pea soup, pierogis, swordfish and the side of beans (seriously!). Great food and service, so we'll no doubt be returning many times in the future. read more

The food was bland and slightly off. The little gem was alright, there could have been more dates and the lettuce chunks were ginormous. It was essentially just a plate of lettuce. The place was really packed. You could barely talk to other people. The ambiance was nice however, it is a pretty restaurant. We ordered the spaghetti with clams. The spaghetti had a weird texture and was really bland and didn't taste like anything. We also ordered the meat with carrots. The meat was ok, with good carrots and sauce. The meat was tender, however it had unappetizing strips of fat on it. We ordered the coconut rice pudding for dessert. It was ok. There were too many coconut shavings on top, which ruined the texture. It also didn't taste like coconut. The service was ok, but overall the restaurant was overhyped we had a disappointing dining experience. read more

Great experience. Staff was super cool and the meal and wine recs were perfect. Clam pasta was so good

Our waiter was unfriendly, he was not very helpful, and barely came to our table. He suggested the Sweetbread appetizer (with no explanation). Unfortunately we did not know it was thymus and pancreas animal glands. We were quite confused, and asked the waiter, and he only said "none of this is bread" and walked away. We found out what it was by googling it afterwards. Needless to say the meal was very expensive and none of our food was worth it. They used too many flavors, that did not go well together in the other dishes we ordered. The drink portions are very small and $$$. Positives- liked the ambiance and location, the drinks were good. read more

Food, bev, service! This place has a legacy and the new iteration is here to stay. Popped in for a Sunday dinner and it looked full but we were seated in just a few minutes (probably a different story on a Friday night) and had an incredible meal. Pierogies are a must! Our new (old) neighborhood spot! read more

There's a reason Fedora has serious staying power in the West Village. The popular supper club has been on my radar for several years at this point, and for some reason I only got around to visiting this past Saturday. Perhaps I knew it would still be there waiting for me, still as formidable as ever. Fedora is part of HC Hospitality, the same group that runs other well-known, West Village powerhouses such as Joseph Leonard, Jeffery's Grocer and Bar Sardine. It's not surprising, then, that Fedora feels like the quintessential West Village venue: it's cozy and intimate, nestled off 7th Ave South, and it boasts small menus that are masterfully constructed and executed. Though a heavily-trafficked spot (particularly on weekends), service was superb throughout. Made a reservation (pretty much mandatory here if you want seats) for a table at 8:15 on a Saturday night. You can reserve bar seating or table seat here, so it's unlikely you'll see an empty chair here as a walk-in. Just keep your eye on Resy and you'll be fine. The space itself is warm and intimate, lively with a subtle old-timey feel. Fedora is one of the many sub-street level venues in the area, which lends itself to the feeling of longevity you get here. Though it's an excellent spot for a date, keep in mind that Fedora is kind of a bar-restaurant hybrid, so the weekend rush/noise level at primetime is significant. It didn't detract at all from our experience, just fun to observe. I suppose that's as good of a segue as I'll get (read: allow myself) into Fedora's cocktail program. Between me and the bf, I got to try four drinks, all of which outstanding. The menu here is well-thought-out, varied, creative and elegant. Innovative combinations and intelligent twists-on-classics. My first drink was the No Shrubs (Lemon Verbana gin, yellow chartreuse, apple cider vinegar, walnut bitters), which gets extra props for the name. Somehow both familiar and adventurous. You might think Last Word but the ACV and walnut bitters shake it up. So good. The bf tried the Hey There, Bedroom Eyes (Cocoa-infused banks rum, campari, byrhh, orange oil), which wasn't his favorite but I personally loved it. Rich, perfectly-balanced, excellent for winter. Second round was the Black Squirrel Old Fashioned (Bourbon, Cherry Heering, maple, pecan bitters) for me and the Godspeed (red win, Jamaican rum, allspice dram, honey, citrus ginger beer) for him. That Old Fashioned is something special. A bit sweeter than your typical Old Fashioned but still grounding and warming from the nuttiness of the bitters. Food-wise, I really don't think you can go wrong here. The menu is fairly small so if you're into sharing, you can conquer a good portion of it with a small party size. Good balance of raw, cooked, meats, seafood, veggies. Exciting, elegant and sophisticated yet--similar to feel of the beverage program--familiar and comforting. A delicate balance that was seemingly struck effortlessly. Our eats, below: Spanish Mackerel Crudo w/ whipped ricotta, garlic chips, dill: A+ Fresh, creamy, melt-in-your mouth good. Beautiful flavor combination here with the addition of the dill. Soft, silky, elegant. If you're looking for some extra texture, there are some crisps both sprinkled on top and to the side. Steak Tartare w/ smoked cream, trout roe, herb croutons: A+ Flavorful and fun. Steak tartare is an easy go-to for me, and this was one of the better ones I've had. Every little component had its place and was in sync with the rest. Light but still powerful. Shiitake, Trumpet & Oyster Mushrooms w/ poached egg and brown butter: A+ Decadent and warming. I love the bringing out the richness and complexity in mushrooms, and this dish was it for me. The egg and brown butter were just divine. Even the wary-casual mushroom eater will delight in this. Hemp-Crusted Pollock w/ leeks, asparagus, meyer lemon: A I'm always 50-50 on ordering white fish entrees because they run the risk of being bland and boring. This was approached, constructed and executed beautifully. The hemp was a fabulous touch, the flavors were delicate and earthy so as not to overpower the flavor of the pollock. Brussels Sprouts w/ Cider, Bacon: A+ Nothing fancy about this one. Heaven in every bite. I love bacon, I love cider and I love Brussels. Brussels with bacon bits are great. Brussels with real chunks of thick-cut bacon, even better. Add was sweetness and a little char and you've got yourself a more-than-worthy side. read more

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One of the best dining experiences of my life. Period. I can't wait to make it back to NYC just to eat here again. We dined at the. At because every were do damn excited to get a reservation for a Saturday night. Braised Rabbit Gnocchi. Mouthwatering, succulent, rich. I could have eaten 3 servings. Deviled Eggs with Trout Roe? Why not. Cocktails. On point. You won't regret a craft cocktail or wine selection with your dinner. Black Old Squirrel was a fave. Bartenders. Super friendly and funny. Worth every penny and moment of my night. read more

Fedora - Braised Rabbit Gnocchi - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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So sad this place let me down. It impresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Andy Cohen, but sadly one of our entrees was inedible. The atmosphere is so cool. You walk down into a narrow restaurant with the bar on the left, and seating on the right. Dark, but feels intimate. To start, we shared the mushrooms. Very rich, but sweet from sherry. Not sure the egg yolk really adds anything, but a good dish. The skate. Too fishy to eat. Tasted like it was bad. And the peas with it were barely cooked. Couldn't finish it. The ink pasta was tasty. The mixture of meat with the umami pasta was perfect and unlike anything I'd had before. I'm sad that the skate was inedible. Otherwise I think I would have liked this place. Maybe we caught it on an off night read more

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Down a few steps and through a black door on beautiful West 4th Street in the heart of the West Village you enter Fedora. You enter another world. This place has character. The bar that runs along the length of the room takes precedence. It's a darker space than what you may be used to but luxuriously lit with candles and soft lights. There's bustle to be sure. It's a popular spot, but you still feel capable of being alone with the one(s) you're with. Incredible cocktails. Extensive wine list. Delicious bar snacks. One of those deviled eggs is a must, and the shrimp or trout apps will also go nicely with your drinks. Drinking and eating are both to enjoy here. read more

Fedora - Deviled eggs! - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Wow! Best drink I've had out in a bar in a long time! I had the Black Squirrel Old Fashioned, and it was possibly the best drink I've had all year. So just what made this drink concoction so amazing? Well, I suspect it was the skill of the bartender, Brian (I think that was his name). He was like an alchemist! He had these small dropper bottles with unique ingredients that he carefully added to each drink to make it delicious. One of these that I remember was grapefruit-infused bitters. He didn't use these in my drink, but he used them in a friend's drink that I tasted. Amazing! By the way, the drink prices here aren't too exorbitant especially when you consider the high quality of the drinks. Cocktails were somewhere around $13, and draft beer was around $6. I didn't try the food at Fedora but saw some amazing things pass by me as orders were delivered to tables nearby. Everything looked yummy, and I can't wait to come back and try the food. I'll definitely update this review when I do. read more

Fedora - Great bar!! - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Definitely a solid dinner option in the west village. Had a reservation for two at 9:45PM on Saturday night. When we arrived, every single table was filled as was every single seat at the bar. Nicely lit, busy, noisy ! We went a little crazy and ordered three appetizers, two entrees, two sides and a dessert. Our waiter was awesome and had great suggestions! The apps we ordered were the Arctic char, scallop crudo and shittake and oyster mushroom. My boyfriend doesn't like mushrooms and even he had to agree the standout / must order was the shittake and oyster mushroom - perfectly cooked in a delicious broth, we ate every last bite (including sopping up all the broth with bread). Crudo and Arctic char were definitely good but nothing to write home about. Entrees were the roasted chicken and pork chop. The better one was the roasted chicken- I don't especially love chicken and I had to agree! It was very juicy, perfectly cooked and tender. Went perfectly with the Farro and black garlic juus. The pork chop was ok- a little on the drier side and the polenta just didn't work as well as the farro with the chicken. Sides were the eggplant (must order) and brussels sprouts. Many people wrote reviews about how amazing the brussel sprouts are! Unfortunately for me, they were just basic sprouts with bacon. Not that mind blowing. Finally, for dessert we had the chocolate cake. My boyfriend ate every last bite- it was really good (for him)! For me it was good but ... again, not that memorable/special. Oh and how could I forget - the cocktails (Black Squirrel Old Fashioned and Ted Made This For You were fantastic. The Old Fashioned was your typical old fashioned just on the sweeter side and the other drink was citrusy, fresh and delicious! I'd definitely recommend this place (but make a reservation). read more

This place is a cozy, neighborhood slice of happiness. I had the roast chicken stuffed with foie gras and, despite its name, it wasn't heavy or rich. Instead it was flavorful and delicious and super moist. We loved the vibe here and the staff is super friendly. A great neighborhood find with all the pretension. read more

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I've never in my life had the desire to return to a restaurant again like I did after finishing my meal at Fedora. The ambiance is so intimate, romantic, and cool. The food is carefully crafted and unique in its flavors. The service is the definition of hospitality. Tried a multitude of things. First was the Arctic char ceviche, which was light and refreshing. Loved the bits of watermelon. My entree was the scallops, which were the perfect portion and a standout. The roasted chicken entree, while not a free-range chicken, was delicious and had a light amount of stuffing in it. Even a normally bland dish, like the cauliflower side, was a party in my mouth. The lemon tea was a great ending to the meal, and my company ordered a double espresso but said it was sour. Overall, a neighborhood gem, should be reserved for special occasions, and worth every dollar. read more

Stellar Cocktails - great (if a wee bit pricey) food. So yeah, this is the kinda place you come to for the crowd and the cocktails (which, as I already mentioned, are *stellar*). If you come frequently enough, you'll start seeing the same folks over and over, which really isn't a bad thing - it just points out that this is a bit of a neighborhood-y place. If the prices were, oh, 30% lower, I'd be here all the time... read more

Fedora was very good. It would've been down-right special except that we were seated next to a couple of douches on both our left and right sides. Loud, rude, drunk, obnoxious- one asked if the waitress was pregnant (she was not-and didn't look it either). We almost walked out... Sensing our discomfort they eventually convinced the worst of the bunch to go to the bar. So we stayed put. Good thing we did because the food here was actually quite wonderful. We had the pork belly with lentils, the ricotta cavatelli, and a roast chicken stuffed with foie gras. They were all quite special... Too bad about the douches. They looked like regulars so hard to imagine we'd ever return. But maybe you'll have a different experience. read more

I came here on my own one night after the opera (I date myself on a regular basis). I often go to the Smith across from Lincoln Center (proximity reasons mostly), but I was in the mood for something a bit more special and Fedora has been on my list for awhile. You walk down into the restaurant which always adds to mood. I didn't have a reservation and I was seated immediately at a table. The service was some of the best I've ever experienced. My server made solid suggestions and came over with a complimentary glass of wine and deviled eggs. I ended up eating the tartare for an app and the fish entree. The tartare is definitely up there on the list of favorite tartares and the fish was flavorful. The food was solid, the service was excellent. I will be returning! read more

Food that dances in the mouth and talks to your eyes as soon as it hits the table. That is what Fedora is about. From the time we entered to the time we left, my large group had a perfect experience all around. We rented out the WINE CELLAR for a special work dinner. 11 people. We had the pork belly, the gnocchi marinara, the hangar steak, the Tuna, Brussels sprouts with bacon, eggplant with miso and sesame and sugar cake. They accommodate vegetarians and have a great selection of meat free Dishes. All is the food is perfect. The Ambiance down in the wine cellar is very special. The cocktails and wine are wonderful. I recommend the "Lil Smoky" There is no flaw to anything at this restaurant. Service is impeccable and the experience makes for a very special occasion. I would highly recommend to reserve the wine cellar for dinner with a group-- you will be so glad you did. read more

Even though I came into this restaurant with high hopes, my experience here still blew me away. Fedora was an amazing restaurant. I really enjoyed my entire experience. The staff was very friendly. We sat at the bar, and our server/bartender had a great energy. He was very friendly, and was very eager answer the million questions I had throughout the meal. He remained patient and pleasant the whole time. For the food/drinks, I started out with a cocktail with the name "ladybug" in it. It tasted more like juice, and not as much as alcohol, the way I like it. The flavor was unique and interesting (kind of apricot-y). If you like girly drinks, I recommend this cocktail. The appetizer was a plate of shaved peaches topped with cheese, pecans and herbs. It was one of the daily specials. This had to be the best appetizer I've had in a really long time. I could not stop eating it, and had I not been looking forward to the next course, I would have ordered another plate. It was very clear that the chef took great care in preparing it. Moreover, this dish was as creative as it was novel. It was visually appealing, well-balanced and, most importantly, delicious. For ny main course, I had a vegetarian version of the Ricotta Gnocchi. The restaurant was very accommodating of my dietary restrictions, which I greatly appreciated. They prepared me a special gnocchi with a vegetable stock-based sauce and seasonal vegetables. The ingredients were all farm fresh, and tasted like they were even grown with care. Even after the gnocchi was finished, I kept on eating the sauce, trying to figure out what was in it. Eating this dish was a complete delight. Regretfully, my stomach was too full by the end of the meal to order dessert, but I will definitely be ordering dessert in the future. read more

Date night at Fedoras! Super romantic and cozy restaurant! Place was jammed packed on a Friday evening in September in the West Village. Dined at the bar in which service was superb minus the loud bougie woman barking on my right ear. But other than that food and our waiter / bartender was superb! Everything about the food was just delicious. Who knew a dining at the bar can be so fancy. It was a great evening. Order a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc Steak Tartare w/ smoked cream, trout roe, rye, croutons Hampshire Pork Chop w/ cipollini, argula, mustard jus I think my party ordered the Lamb if I remember correctly.. it was all delicious! Highly Reccomended! read more

Fedora - New American Near Me - New York, New York

What kind of insane mad genius does this?!!! Kudos to the chef. Everything was absolutely delicious. Was willing to give up someone's first first born for that tartare! Don't change a thing! Major thanks to chris for taking the best care of us. read more

New York can sometimes be overwhelming in terms of the food options. It's without a doubt one of the best food cities in the world, which is why I often have a hard time deciding where to go. Fedora is the epitome of what New York dining is all about to me. Casual but cozy with a warm atmosphere, great cocktails, a superb wine list, and food that's going to impress. I think I've found my new go-to in NYC. I've had this place booked marked for ages and I finally got to try it recently. I love that the space is dimly lit and a few steps down off of a bustling corner in the West Village. It was absolutely packed on a weeknight so be sure to make reservations in advance. They even take reservations for their bar, it's so popular. The menu is Modern American meets comfort. We started out with the cheddar poppers and to my delight and surprise they were small crispy delights filled with the flavor of cheddar. I was expecting more of a pop over, but these were lighter and more flavorful. The shiitake and oyster mushrooms dish was so incredible. Brown butter and a poached egg make this dish rich, earthy and had me wanting to lick the plate. Potato croquettes with squid ink aioli we're another perfect nibble, just enough to whet your appetite. For mains we ordered the crispy fried chicken and the golden bass. Both were perfectly prepared. The fish was light white fish, with a crispy skin on a bed of smoky eggplant, capers, croutons, and cherry tomato. The chicken was mind blowing. Lightly breaded, it comes on the bone in a bowl with pickled cucumber, rice, siracha and the most delectable soy jus. We were practically fighting over this dish. Unfortunately we were stuffed to the brim and could not try dessert. Next time I'll save room! Highly recommended! read more

Fedora - Fried chicken - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I went for New Year's Eve dinner with one of my closest friends and it was a great experience! We were seated right away and even the Manager was attentive to us! Love her! I believe her name was Cat! The drinks and food came out promptly and everything tasted great. We shared both a chicken dish and a cod dish. Then we had some white wine and we even got champaign in order to celebrate the New Years! They were very festive and friendly. I love going out and truly feeling welcomed and they Made me feel that way. It what you'd call intimate (a politically correct way of saying small) but it was nice. The food was a little pricy but a great place to treat someone or yourself to. I definitely recommend it!!! read more

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Note: This was for a small private party that featured some prime dishes from the Fedora menu. While I can comment on the food, my experience may be different, as we were seated downstairs, and not in the main dining area. A friend of mine was celebrating her birthday and she was a big fan of the Happy Cooking restaurants (formerly known as Little Wisco Hospitality), so she picked out a prix fixe menu at Fedora for a party of 8, priced at around $85 per person with wine, tax and gratuity. We got there at around 7:30pm, but ended up having to wait another half hour for them to get ready. Not ideal, and the waitstaff didn't really explain why or apologize, which was a bit curious. As a result, we just sat at the bar for a while until they were able to seat us downstairs. It's usually not a problem if restaurants are a little behind schedule, but communication of issues is key. When we were finally seated, our waitress came out with some bread and wine. The bread was a little lacking, so needless to say, we were hungry and anxious for the food to come out. The visits by our waitress were few and far between, and after waiting another 20 minutes, the food came out in a whirlwind of dishes, served family style. We got the spiced pork rack, albacore, shoestring fries, and Brussels sprouts with bacon. The pork rack was juicy and delicious and came with a few beds of arugula, and the Brussels sprouts were cooked at just the right texture. It was impressive because I know prepping that many dishes at once for large format dinners can be a challenge, and everything was executed very well. The meal ended with a large birthday chocolate tart, which was rich and delicious, and a good way to round out the meal. In all, it was a 3.5 star experience, but bumped up to 4 due to the delicious food. I still say I prefer Joseph Leonard or Bar Sardine for their respective New American menus, but the consistency of food quality across these West Village restaurants is nothing to scoff at. Fedora doesn't lower that standard of quality at all, but I think overall, the service and communication was a bit lacking. At those prices, we expected an impeccable dining experience, but with all of those hiccups, I was a little disappointed, especially because I'm a fan of the chain of Happy Cooking restaurants as well. Nonetheless, I'll have to try the main dining menu one of these days, so hopefully, the experience will be a little better. read more

.333: A respectable batting average in Major League Baseball. .333: The amount of food we ended up picking at off our plates at Fedora; a resounding swing-and-a-miss. It was hard to synthesize if it was the mediocrity or just plain awfulness of the food we were served. Was it the 'comfort food', frantically forced down our throats? The "yes we get it, comfort food is hip! But why the hell does it have to be so goddamn greasy and stodgy" angle? Or maybe it was the glaring misjudgement of seasoning - not only in the insipid and overly mayonnaise'd veal tongue or stodgy cod fritters, but in dishes that are *meant* to be salty, such as their rubbery bland fried chicken or an outrageously gloppy/greasy pork sandwich with burnt shoestring fries. On the other hand, I recall a side dish of brussels sprouts that were so doused with salt, I had to beg for more water from the mysteriously absent waitress. Or maybe it was the waitstaff, too self important to notice that the recriminate .666 of our plate was untouched. Whatever the few hits and many misses may be, Fedora swings for the fences, but ultimately strikes out with style. read more

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I had an amazing experience at Fedora last night. My wife and I went for our 1 year anniversary and we were treated like royalty. It was also the spot for our first date. When I called to make the reservation, I specifically asked for certain things to be prepared in advance and that it was our anniversary. They did not miss a beat. Upon greeting, they addressed us by name as did the bar staff and the wait staff - which showed they had done their homework. The service all night was sublime. We never had to ask for anything. The space itself is a cozy, downstairs space that is quintessentially West Village. The food was stunning. We had the pork, the pollock with a side of brussel sprouts. I hate Brussel sprouts, but these were amazing, amazing and amazing. They were tender and tossed in cider and bacon. Bonkers. I highly recommend Fedora. read more

We came in to grab a drink before a dinner reservation down the street and although the place was empty, they didn't want to seat us and when they decided to give us one of the many seats available at the bar, they told us that they would need those seats back shortly. We swallowed our pride and ordered two drinks, and when we asked for a menu to get an appetizer, the bartender said he couldn't give us a menu because he would be taking our seats back shortly (Note: the place was dead). We were about to have dinner at the best place on the block (Mary's Fishcamp) so we didn't need to be there long, but was there a need to be such assholes? Tip: Do not stop by Fedora on your way to dinner at a better place. Find a different spot to grab a drink. read more

Fedora - songbird to the left; electric mayhem to the right - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Cozy little restaurant in west village. Seating and bar area arranged well, never felt cramped like how some west village restaurants can feel. Tried a feel appetizers, easily reccomend them all. Grilled octopus was charred just right and didn't have any chewing gum consistency. Deviled eggs is a lazy ass item to have on menu and incredibly corny to order... totally delicious though, great dichotomy in texture with the crunch and mush. Lobster gazpacho was probably the best if I had to force a pick. Mix the whole dish up on some fried rice steez or something and order 1 for each diner. Dont bother sharing. Even the worst appetizer, egg in a hole, was a success due to the sad bread being served on a bed of tripe. Squid ink fried rice and duck breast were the entrees. Both really delicious and done well, prepared well like any competent chef can. Best part was the duck wasnt served drenched in chutney. What's the thing with venison or duck always served with chutney? Service and cocktails were terrific. Beer selection was horrendous. I know nothing about wine except that I'll drink it. read more

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