I cannot wait to go back! I took my boyfriend out for his birthday here, and boy was I glad I did. The inside of the restaurant is dimly lit and very intimate, with limited seating (so definitely make sure you make reservations ahead of time!) We got corner seats at the bar, and the bartender-server was so great. He was super friendly and made us feel very comfortable, and was easy to whip up drinks based on what we liked (we got many and they were all delicious). - Oysters: So fresh and tasty - Arctic Char Ceviche: Very light and refreshingly delicious - Ricotta Gnocchi: I personally love the texture of gnocchi and this dish captured it perfectly with the duck - Blackened Sea Bream: We inhaled this dish. The fish skin was perfectly crispy and the squid ink friend rice with smoked mussels was to die for - Brussels Sprouts: They were tasty, but definitely should've ordered another appetizer instead haha - Dessert Cheeses: Such a good choice going for cheese as dessert. We both love cheese and this was the perfect way to end our meal. It comes w/bread and the most amazing fruit compotes / jams Definitely have to return to try the steak for two!! read more

Dating a picky eater who is rarely wowed by culinary delights has been challenging. He likes greasy pub food consisting of burgers and chicken strips. I enjoy pan sauces glazing my proteins. I almost always lose the battle when it comes to "Where are we going to eat?" Usually, we've been hydrating at some watering hole for a couple of hours. I'm starving. And we go from place to place, glancing at the displayed menus with either one of us shaking our heads and indicating that we move on to the next place. Fedora doesn't have an outside menu displayed. In fact, the only reason we descended the steps was because I peered into the window, saw that they were still serving dinner (on tables with linens), and I spotted some very interesting cocktails being sipped at the packed bar. (Beautiful dinner for me; fully operational bar for him! Win/Win!) Not waiting for the debate, I grabbed my date's hand and declared we were eating there. Menu be damned. This looked like a cozy spot and given the number of patrons jammed in there, it couldn't be that bad, right? Wow! Did we ever luck out! 9pm on a Wednesday night, we were seated right away and given some menus to look over. Had I known how inventive the cocktail list was, I would have saved my liver and my tolerance for Fedora's bartender instead of drowning in watered-down drinks at the dive we had been chilling in for the past couple of hours. We did take our sweet time cruising the menu and didn't feel rushed at all by our very patient waitress. By the time she came back to check on us, we were thoroughly excited to place our dinner orders. BOTH of us. Even the fussy eater! I instantly honed in on the crisped duck breast. Ever since I learned to cook this dish in culinary school, this is my measure of a restaurant's mettle. As wonderful as the other options were, and if it wasn't so late (for me), I would have tried an app, but I had my heart set on that duck breast. When the date exclaimed that my duck sounded good, I secretly sent him mental vibes to PLEASE order something else....You know, so I could taste his dish; an ancient practice any functioning couple engages in! And he went with the maple smoked salmon. The portions that came out were on the petite side when compared to other New York restaurants, but the flavor and richness packed into that portion more than made up for it. I let my date have the first slice of my perfectly medium-rare duck, which I folded over some wheat berries, smeared with a sampling of the pureed squash and dipped into the apple vinegar reduction. His face lit up. "Oh, my GOD! That's so good!" He went to prepare a perfect forkful of his salmon to share with me, but I couldn't wait to taste this duck! Lord.....It was just....so good! The skin was rendered of most of the fat and crisped to perfection. The meat was still pink and slightly red- juicy and flavorful. While the dish was simple with the sparse components, every bite was perfectly complimented by each ingredient. It was a masterpiece, to put it mildly. When my mouth was finally free to try the salmon, I expected the cliched sweet/tangy flavor profile that often accompanies most salmon dishes. I was surprised to find a complex battle going on there. There is that first hint of smokey right away, followed immediately by the strong, biting flavor of the curry cream sauce. It was rich, moist, and intriguingly complex with flavor profiles I have never tasted together before. And the man who would have been happy ordering a lamb burger at The Slaughtered Lamb was suddenly silent as he devoured his salmon dinner at cozy, little Fedora. The petite little entree I was worried wouldn't be enough was actually the perfect size for both our appetites at that time of night, after having been drinking earlier in the evening. The NEXT TIME we come (Oh, yes! There will be a next time!) I will make sure I am stone sober so I can partake in one of their creative cocktails, start my meal with the crispy pig's head, convince my date to share the shitake & oyster mushrooms with me, and then conspire to get two different entrees again so we can check out what else this brilliant chef has to offer. The only drawback was that we didn't have any room left for dessert. He had a cappuccino. I ordered an espresso. It was a nice way to round out our late meal. When the check came, it was accompanied by a small sampling of their in-house chocolate peanut butter rice crispy treats. Simple, rich, and delicious. If that came complimentary with the check, I can only imagine how scrumptious their desserts are. Again, that's on the list for NEXT TIME! I could go on and on about how fantastic this spot was. The service was impeccable. The food- creative and delicious! And it's cozy in there. I thought it would feel cramped, but we didn't have much trouble moving around if we had to. Restrooms are clean. To put it simply; Fedora excels in every aspect of the perfect restaurant experience! read more

Def a Fan! Though i do think appetizers/small plates are better than the entrees AND YOU HAVE TO GET KEY LIME PIE.. best ever, i almost licked the plate. Came here w a friend, he made a reservation for the bar.. loved our bartender (great service) food does come out a lil slow but thats ok. It is a very small restaurant so space is limited and tight. Def get the mushroom oyster w egg.. delicious. read more

Trendy, hip scene/restaurant in west village. Another brilliant gabe stulman restaurant. it's usually packed... as people are trying to get their drink on at the bar. since we didn't make reservations, we opted to have dinner at the bar. at places like this, i tend to like the dining experience at the bar anyways! Egg In A Hole tripe ragout Fried Sardines (special appetizer) Ricotta with smoky chicken meatballs Everything was oddly beautiful and tasty. Loved the tripe, fried sardines and i think my favorite of the night was the ricotta with the delicious meatballs. I"m a sucker for offals, but the tripe was not the best...though i really enjoyed the ragout. this place is stellar! read more

I never had a chance to go to Fedora in its previous form, but the owner of Joseph Leonard's has now taken it over and it is sure to become a favorite... if i can get in! Its only been open a few weeks and each time I've stopped in it has been packed! Unfortunately we've turned ourselves away a couple times because we didn't feel like tucking ourselves into the corner but 3rd time was the charm when a few of our friends already had a table there late night. That night I had one of the Sixpoint brews on tap, which was good. We also had some snacks off the late night menu. The BBQ chips were excellent, and while I didn't eat any of the cod fritters- my friend said they were excellent as well. i look forward to adding Fedora as one of my regular hangouts. Just look for the same old neon sign that still hangs above it! read more

Me: Black Squirrel Old Fashioned Her: Gin Martini Me: Glazed Stuffed Cabbage w/rabbit and escargot Her: Butternut Squash Soup w/shaved foie gras Me: Roasted Pork Chop with white beans Her: Seared Duck Breast Together: oysters on the half shell and sugar pie w/heavy cream for dessert From the people who brought you Jeffrey's Grocery and Oyster Bar, this restaurant is phenomenal. Done with a touch of hipster class and old school bistro, they play hip hop in the background and the owner's photography of famous rappers (before they were famous) hangs off of the subway tile walls. You get the feel of a neighborhood joint but with the posh, panache, and smooth classiness that used to so effortlessly adorn the West Village, before gentrification gave way to cold sterility. Highly recommended. read more

With all the choices that you have in the West Village, I think that in order to maintain yourself as a restaurant in that area, a lot of things have to be right. Not to say that there aren't a lot of great things about Fedora, but there are a few things that kind of left me wanting a little more from this West Village newcomer. I'll start out with the things that were great. I think that the ambiance is nice for a cozy date spot- the tables are spaced far enough apart that you don't feel like you're eating dinner with the couple next to you which is always a plus in NYC. I think that the service is nice- friendly waiters and constant filling of water. Our food came out on time without much of a wait and it was hot and fragrant and beautiful! :D I think the ingredients are awesome. The morels with egg were really really good- the beet salad was the tops. If you like lamb tasting lamb, then the lamb sausage with octopus is delish (a cute new twist on surf and turf). I do think that this place is solid. The things that I'll complain about are just a few things, but things that I think are fundamental to a restaurant being a 4 or a 5 star place. The first thing that I thought was a little crazy were the prices. I thought that $26 for some lamb sausage and octopus was pretty expensive. Also, the drinks which are $12 each are a really small portion. The old fashioned came in a high ball glass and it wasn't even half full, even with all the ice in it. Another thing was that their reservations/seating was a little all over the place. The hostess had some issues figuring out whether or not she could seat us. First she said we could sit, then we couldn't sit, then we could but only for an hour, and then we could sit and it was fine. Not sure what happened and I don't blame her, but they are definitely still trying to work out those kinks. Lastly, I know I said that the ambiance was nice, which it was, but it's a tough spot to be going for a date anyway. The noise level makes it hard to talk to the person next to you to the point where you're almost shouting. Maybe because it was Saturday and they were trying to get everyone "in the mood" but they were blasting 80's tunes. I usually wouldn't have a problem with this, but I was at a relatively classy restaurant trying to eat dinner, not get up on the table and whip out my fanny pack to break it down. Anyway, this place is solid with a few things that they may need to work out to improve the overall dining experience, but maybe in a month or so I'll give it another shot. It's definitely not ruled out since the food is definitely good, but maybe when I come back on another day, they'll feel like playing some smooth jazz instead of Bon Jovi. read more

My husband and I live in the West Village and are serious foodies. After 25 years of eating our way through the West Village, we had somehow missed Fedora. Last night we ate there for the first time and Wow! I wish we had discovered it 25 years ago! The food was all absolutely delicious - flavor combinations we didn't know even existed (hint: order the squash!) and melt in your mouth squid, perfectly cooked and flavored. The eggplant was amazing, the arctic char ceviche, bright and beautiful. An amazing meal all around! In addition to the food, the service was impeccable. Kevin, our waiter, was incredibly charming and helpful, recommending some spectacular dishes we might have overlooked otherwise and pacing our dishes perfectly. I cannot recommend Fedora enough! We certainly will be going back! read more

I'm surprised I haven't seen this restaurant in Greenwich Village, given that it neighbors I Tre Merli, a restaurant I've eaten at several times. I can't remember why I bookmarked Fedora, probably because it's in the heart of Greenwich Village and has a trendy name, but I decided to check it out after a coworker highly recommended it. The layout is fairly reminiscent of many restaurants I've seen in the area - imagine walking in through a narrow doorway into a quaint and teutonic space, with a crowded bar area on the left and an array of booths and two-person tables on the right. No one pays any attention to us as we descend the stairs and we get the feeling that the hostesses are actually peeved that we decided to come in without a reservation on a Saturday night at 10:30pm. Neverthless, we are seated within a few minutes at the bar, which was completely fine with me because I had only eaten half a turkey sandwich all day and it was long past my feeding time. Everything sounded good on the menu, but K and I decided to go easy on the ordering, learning from our manifold binge feasts in the not-so-distant past. Ohh sweet progress. We shared 3 appetizers and a half dozen oysters and it ended up actually being quite a lot of food, given that the portions are pretty generous. -East coast oysters (5 stars) -Wagyu tongue with celeriac remoulade and apple (4 stars, very tender, flavorful, and thinly sliced, very good) -Egg in a Hole tripe ragout and cheddar (3.5 stars, this was basically a piece of toast covered with a poached egg and tripe morsels in a cheesy ragout. Very homey, interesting concept, not necessarily the most delicious dish) - Cured arctic char with roe: (4.5 stars, very interesting flavors and textures. I love smoked salmon, so naturally this dish was a favorite) By midnight, the dinner crowd had been almost entirely replaced by an influx of socialites that filled out the bar and we quickly finished up before the bar-goers could dip their elbows into our plates. read more

Fedora blew my jaded NY expectations out of the water. What a breath of fresh air to have food and service and atmosphere and cocktails all melt into a perfectly balanced experience. We booked online via their website, probably a little redundant because when we arrived were we the first sitting, still I friggin love knowing a table is available. You head down the street level stairs under the brownstone, in through tiny parlor doors and into an awesome long-room with bar and leather banquette seating. Super friendly welcome, helpful chill staff settled us in. Cocktails were awesome. They are playing for some hip current ingredients - St Germaine elderflower liqueur, Creme de Violette and sparkling wine made up the 'Songbird' - yum. Also had an awesome Sazerac, with a spiced simple syrup that made it pop. There is humor in this place - the Sazerac came with a red twizzler :) The food was awesome. Highly recommend the deviled eggs with caviar, the carpaccio of duck was amazingly rich and melt in your mouth. Entrees of the pork ribs and pork belly were succulent and the flavor was stunning. We also had the fried chicken that came complete with the chicken leg and claw - too funny. Topped it all off with a Shackleton desert cocktail, which if you are a fan of the hard core antique digestif liquer Fernet Branca, you will be in heaven. Really, a glowing review, one of the nicest spots we have been to in a long while. Everything came together and we will definitely be back. Thanks so much guys!!! read more

Blocking off 11am on my work calendar, setting multiple reminders and calling the reservation line on both my work and personal phone were absolutely worth the meal I had at Fedora. I was initially put off by their day-of reservation policy, but in retrospect, it's great for crowd control, and a successfully booked reservation is a mood booster that can last 48 hours (seriously). The real culprit behind my Fedora high is, of course, the food, which I'd describe as unobtrusively memorable. Our meal was the perfect balance between heavy and light stuff. To start, we had the Spanish mackerel and egg-in-a-hole. The mackerel was fresh and a good palate awakener for the meal to come. The egg-in-a-hole was my favorite dish of the night: hearty enough for a man, but complex enough for a woman. I'm tempted to say this statement holds true for the rest of the menu (signature dishes include fried chicken, pork chop and madeleines). For my entree, I had the rock shrimp salad; the manchego that came with it was a good substitue for the spicy mayo that usually accompanies rock shrimp. For his entree, my dinner date had the fish-of-the-day; on his hake, Simon says, "Fedora made a valiant effort...everything was cooked just right and I really enjoyed the brussels sprouts. Unfortunately the fish itself was just too plain and the sauce they made didn't give it the kick it needed unlike the deep-fried battered variety which I prefer much more." I'm personally unfamiliar with hake, so I'll have to take his word for it. For dessert, we had the "cheesecake" panna cotta. The passion fruit drip and graham cracker crumbs that came with it made a sweet and satisfying combination. Getting back to "unobtrusively memorable" - the sunken location, the simple decor and the great service made Fedora pleasantly lowkey. While there was a bit of bustle, it was never too loud or uncomfortably crowded. It's easy to see how some might peg Fedora as hipster, a scene or both, but there's much more substance to the restaurant than such descriptions could allow for. read more

Having completed my first year as a New York public school teacher, a celebration was in order. My wife booked us a reservation at Fedora, a spot we'd looked at but never made it to before. We sat at the bar and looked over their whimsically names but extremely meticulously crafted cocktail list. We settled on the Black Squirrel Old Fashioned, which was marvelously smooth and flavorful. With menu perusal done and only the final considerations of what to order left to go, the bartender threw a wrench in the works by mentioning several specials. One was a salmon head, the other a 32 ounce steak for two, which he regretfully informed us was the last of its kind available. With his eager description of these dishes we had no choice but to immediately order them. Preceded of course by a dozen oysters. The oysters were briny and delicious. The salmon head was amazing. The sriracha glaze had the right amount of sweet and hot and the whole thing was cooked to perfection. We left nothing but the bones behind. The steak was a masterpiece of meat. Perfectly seared on the outside while pleasantly rare inside. The steak came atop a bed of duck fat fried rice which was studded throughout with chunks of beef tongue and strips of kale. The whole thing was a marvelous assemblage of flavors that fed us for two additional meals. We ordered the key lime pie and they graciously sent us out an additional dessert, the butternut squash pot du creme. Both were marvelous. The pot du creme was particularly good as it was like a blast of pumpkin pie without having to deal with insufferable relatives. Throughout the service was excellent. We were sitting at the bar so while help was never far away, it was a busy night and even the bartender was hustling to keep everyone happy. At the end one of the owners stopped by to chat and thank us for coming in. Such a marvelous experience, we will definitely be back. read more

What a great spot! We love Joseph Leonard (same owners) but hadn't been to Fedora yet....... A bad experience at Bar Sardine (next door....same owners) led us to Fedora last night. Glad we decided to give it a try. Super nice staff welcomed us to dine at the sexy bar (we did not have a reservation, after 7:30 pm, you will need one). Great bartender, Eric. DELICIOUS burrata w/ walnut pesto and even more amazing fried chicken w/ pickled cucumbers. We also had the grilled octopus and the cauliflower salad. Warm, homemade madeleines and great cocktails. Loved everything about this place, and can't wait to go back! read more

village basement bar. bit overdressed in my suit and tie (that would be both suit and tie). bar on one side, tables on the other. Maitre d stood by the door so i had to push her out of the way to get in - bit bizarre. she got her own back when she sat me at the only 2 person round table (adult equivalent of the naughty step). excellent french wine list - crisp sharp sancerre - delicious. what about the food u say. uhm. hd the smoke salmon blinis to start. salmon was a slab (filet). tasted ok but did really like carving my way thru a huge raw (smoked) piece of fish. Duck for main. Some pieces were nice and rare some overcooked. mustard sauce dominated the flavour - need to be more subtle. Came with brussel sprouts - i couldnt find them. will go back for a drink but not to eat - too many great eateries in the area to go here. read more

Looking for a dinner spot before a night of fine jazz in the Village a Yelp search resulted in Fedora. The menu looked interesting - hopefully fine French Dining awaits. Arriving one notices the somewhat shabby outside "Fedora Bar" sign. As you venture down steps the door opens to... 1-A bar on the left 2-Tight seating on the right With the "Pub" type ambience one wonders if there's another "Fedora" down the block - or perhaps an extended dining room in the back. Neither on both - this is the place. A quiet drink at the bar as seating isn't allowed until all parties (my brother) arrive. Once seated - everything worked to perfection. We started with two appetizers.The Roasted Cauliflower with beans, radishes and walnuts was excellent. However the true standout was a beet salad special loaded with "everything". The combination of ingredients resulted in flavors that worked perfectly. A very satisfying starter. The satisfaction continued as we both ordered "Maple Smoked King Salmon". Prepared as the chef recommended (rare) with cauliflower pancake, curry cream and almonds the flavors again flowed perfectly complimenting the salmon. Because of kitchen issues there was a bit of a delay in receiving our main courses. We didn't mind as we were catching up on things and still had time before the jazz show around the block. Waiter apologized - the chef then surprised us with a shared order of Brussels Sprouts. Whatever they were sauteed in - it was terrific. Place gets packed and loud. If you can get by the tightness you'll have a wonderful meal here. Note: Gratuity Free Restaurant - Including Bar. Prices obviously reflect this. Mixed feelings on this as tips should be based on service performance. However - It is nice at meals end not having to deal with the gratuity issue. read more

came here for drinks on a Tuesday night. It had a cool, young and hip 30s crowd. love the vibe of this restaurant since it was small, warm and intimate. their drinks were outstanding if you like whiskey, bourbon or rum based cocktails. I had the bartender (super friendly) make me a cocktail based on what I liked so he customized it according to my taste. it's not cheap here but you'll get quality. I didn't try the food but heard good things. I plan on coming here in the near future for dinner. This might be my new hang out & go-to spot in the West Vill. read more

After loving Joseph Leonard and hearing rave reviews about newly opened Fedora, I decided it was time to make a stop here. Knowing their reservation policy, I began calling promptly at 11 and by 11:02, I had nailed down a reservation for 2 at 8:15. We showed up in the middle of a hailstorm lightning blizzard and wandered into a cozy downstairs haven. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated probably 10-15 minutes after arriving. While waiting, I got my hands on a Black Squirrel Old Fashioned which lived up to the hype (especially since I have a new fondness for Buffalo Trace bourbon). Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and honest. I had the arctic char with a side of brussell sprouts (with bacon, of course). My friend had the fried chicken. Both of us cleared our plates. The fish was fresh, flavorful and the accompanying mushrooms were divine. We pondered dessert but we were both stuffed and decided to postpone the chocolate cake for our next visit; maybe we'll stop in for some Old Fashioned and cake next time. read more

Great food here at Fedora. The special app of lamb belly with fried egg stood out the most for me. The salmon on cauliflower pancake had a great taste with the curry sauce around the plate. Very inventive and special combo they've created. Must try for all. read more

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Fantastic little place in the West Village. Fedora is small, dim (good candlelit dim) and intimate. First, kudos for their super easy reservation system. You can choose from either table or bar seating. I prefer true bar as it's comfortable and allows for a little more privacy then the close tables. Bonus is quick and easy access to drinks and the bartenders are awesome. Try some oysters and steak tartare to start and for the main stage the ricotta gnocchi is surprisingly light and tasty. They also had a great special, an incredibly tender veal schnitzel. The MUST try item is the brussel sprouts! They're cooked in an apple cider vinegar with thick cut bacon - incredible! read more

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

Fedora is the newest restaurant from Gabriel Stulman's laid-back and easy-going West Village empire (Joseph Leonard and Jeffery's Grocery). It offers a great local vibe and a stronger nightlife/bar scene than the other two restos; so definitely choose this one for dinner. However, the music is loud and the bar gets crowded making it hard to hear the person you are dining with. The low ceilings, black leather booths and dim lighting create an enjoyable, low-key yet intimate evening. The best part about the tight space is the opportunity to banter and chat with your neighbors. Hey, you might even pick up a phone number or two! I love the staff at all of Stulman's places -they are always friendly and super quirky. The menu is eclectic and very rich in flavor. Food: for photos see my blog which is listed on my profile -Skip the hush puppies and entrees and share a bunch of appetizers. -The shrimp dumplings are light and sweet, and if my eyes had been closed, I would have thought I was dining in an Asian palace. -Chanterelles and Shiitake: Poached Egg and Brown Butter. -Ice Cream Sandwich with Van Leeuween's Vanilla and Peanuts Step on into Fedora for an after dinner drink, late dinner (serving until 2 a.m.) or at least just for those awesome complimentary peanut butter chocolate rice krispies treats bestowed upon you with your check! read more

3.5 stars I like this place. Small, cozy and charming. Friendly service and all of the food was very good. I would come back -- but there are so many places to explore in this area. read more

The old fashioned is probably one of best I've had in NYC. Definitely recommend, would come back just for this. For food, we had the crispy pig's head, bone marrow/escargot toast, shoestring fries, shiitake/oyster mushrooms and duck breast. All were pretty good, but what stood out was definitely the mushrooms. It was served with a poached egg on top and an amazing sauce. They provided bread for us to finish up the sauce (much appreciated). Will definitely order the mushrooms again next time. Ended the night with the BEST key lime pie I've ever had. Just the right amount of tart, and a generous amount of crust. When we got the check, there was a vintage NBA player card attached that I was happy to keep. I did ask for a New York Knicks one.. but all they had were Milwaukee Bucks. Still a nice touch haha. Great service all night. Will definitely come back. read more

Favorite restaurant in NYC. My first experience was an 8-person work dinner in the basement, which is a cool setting. Unfortunately I dont remember much of the conversation because I was blown away by the food & focused more on that. Ive returned a few times, always having an A+ time. The service matches the quality of the food & atmosphere. May sound odd, but the first time I tried fiddleheads was here, and still think about it occasionally - so good! Dont think twice if the only availability is the bar - book it. The bartenders (I've had) are awesome. Very attentive & congenial. read more

I actually haven't eaten here, but I have been to Fedora for drinks a few times. I like the fact that it's close to my apartment, and that because it's a bit tucked away, it keeps out some of the douchier clientele that tend to gravitate towards Wilfie and Nell and Chow Bar or whatever that place is now. The atmosphere is the popular prohibition style without the pretension of a place like Milk and Honey. The drinks are pretty good, and the bartenders seem a-ok. But...there is a....smell that is just awful, and that is why I'm giving Fedora 3 stars. It's this horrible funk, like you're in your grandmother's closet with mothballs. I'm not sure why there's a stink, but it has actually turned me right around from entering on numerous occasions. Also, last time I was there, a guy in a velvet jacket was hitting on me, so that kind of finished it off for me. read more

I'm not going to lie. I went here because I was wearing a Fedora and even though I was heading somewhere else the name made me stop and check out the menu. Since I was on meatfest 2011 during my trip to NYC and I saw they had both pig's head and beef tongue I knew I had to eat here. I really don't understand why so many people will eat the butt (roast), the chest (ribs) the loins (chops and tenderloins) of an animal but not all the other parts that edible on the animal like the offal, brains, tongue and hooves. I find it practically disrespectful to the yummy animal to not all the tasty bit not to mention as kid raised hunting Bambi just plain odd and wasteful to not eat all of the animal. This is not a place for a vegan or vegetarian to go or even a pescatarian like the French spouse as even the seafood dishes may have meat products in them. The only vegetarian dishes was a beet salad and the cauliflower soup. It is also not a budget mean with entrees all in the 20's including a sandwich. I went here on a Monday night at 10am and sat at the bar. Only a couple of tables were still filled but most of the bar had people eating small dishes and having drinks. It's a charming looking place with lots of dark wood and a cozy feeling that would nice on a cold NY winter night. Everything looks so interesting so I ordered three appetizers, they are all large appetizers so a meal could be just two. I started with the wagyu beef tongue which is braised and was perfectly cook and was some of the best tongue I've had in the US. It came with a celeriac remoulade, apple and peanuts which was a nice contrast in texture and the sweetness of the apple worked well with the flavour of the meat. Then I had the crispy pig's head with greens and gribiche sauce which was actually five lovely crispy croquettes of shredded pork served on a bed of greens with a nice sauce. It is luxurious comfort food and perfect for eating at a bar or late night. I had ordered the egg in the hole a traditional English breakfast dish without realizing it had a ragout in it. As I can't eat tomato sauce they were nice enough to take it back and not charge me. Instead I had the cream of cauliflower soup which was actually pretty bland and disappointing. I would certainly stop by this charming place either by myself or with my carnivore friends. read more

Why Come Here? Great spot for any occasion (although large groups would be tough), great cocktails, diverse and interesting menu Fedora has the feel an old neighborhood spot. The color scheme is black and white, giving the sense that you've walked into a bar in the 1940s. The speakeasy style cocktails also hanker for a bygone era and even the food is mostly based on traditional American fare, although usually with a modern (and delicious) twist. This makes it a place you can go to for many occasions (casual dinner, date, parents) although it does get crowded on weekends (it's in the West Village after all). I've been here several times and these are my favorite dishes. The menu does change frequently though, so they may not be available when you go. Crisped Duck Leg - The duck is incredibly succulent and delicious. You must try it if it's on the menu. Ricotta Gnocci w/ Smoked Chicken Meatballs - The gnocchi gets a great flavor from the ricotta. The smokiness of the meatballs is amazing and goes great with the ricotta. Roasted Skirt Steak - A very tender piece of meat, perfectly charred. The herb vinaigrette is subtle, but provides an interesting touch. Warm Madelines - I don't normally like things that are lemony, but the madelines are so soft and fluffy you have to love them. The honey citrus sabayon (Italian custard) dipping sauce adds some weight and complexity. read more

I have eaten very well here -- lovely dinner and cocktails good enough to seriously impress the solidly adult people I was out with. It's a pretty small space, but all three times I was here for dinner, I was seated within thirty minutes (despite a longer estimate). Two of those times were at the bar for a party of two, and the third time was for four at the corner table under the window, which felt like a windfall. My Hampshire pork chop (about $30) was tender, savory and came in a good-sized portion. I had a chardonnay with that one, but I was a huge fan of the old fashioned on another occasion, or the "Fireplace Envy," which is bourbon, raspberry liqueur, egg white, lemon, orange, and cinnamon. read more

My wife's birthday was coming up and I was quick enough to nab a reservation on tuesday night. I had been wanting to come here for quite some time but reservations were very tough to get especially for weekends. But.... I was finally able to have dinner at this well frequented establishment. Ambiance: friendly, warm Crowd: hipster/trendy Service: very good Food: not that great. This part was what surprised me the most. I had looked at their menu several times prior to coming and thought the dishes were described deliciously. App: egg in a hole and shiitake & oyster mushrooms Entree: krispie fried chicken, chatham cod The only dish that was good was the shiitake and oyster mushrooms. All the rest were only par. A bit surprised because the prices aren't cheap $25-30 for entree, well reviewed, and busy. I thought the chicken would be slam dunk but it was really bad. Now, I love greasy foods especially fried chicken, but this chicken was really greasy and fatty. The skin on it wasn't as crunchy or as firm. But the real disappointment was the meat of the chicken, it was cooked all the way, but very chewy and tasted like a poor quality chicken. Now I'm not sure where they get their chickens from but that particular dish was just so disappointing. We decided to skip the dessert since the meal wasn't great. Overall very disappointed in a place I thought would blow my sock away. Not rock bottom, but definitely not rock top. read more

I came here on a date a few years ago and it was very good as I remember. The drinks were strong and while we didn't stay for dinner, the atmosphere was great. It's dimly lit and perfect for a date or intimate get together with friends. I would definitely recommend coming here if in the area. read more

Was excited to come here as I saw the chef cooked at PDC in Montreal. So I knew we were in for some good nose to tail cooking. Definitely was not disappointed. First thing you take notice of is the amazing space. 5 steps down from street level in a West Village townhouse. Bar stretches the length of the left side of the restaurant. And tables are to the right. Space is a little tight but it adds to the whole vibe (rock soundtrack plays). Menu is not rather large but is definitely well focused. I'd rather have a small, focused menu than a large one that's all over the place. Eggs in a hole: my favorite of the night. tripe with tomato ragout on top of and egg toast. Reminded me of the tripe dish at Maialino but this was better. The added texture of the egg toast took this dish to a different level. Crispy pig's head: basically these are pig's head croquettes on top of a bed of greens. very tasty. Wagyu tongue: not a bad dish but the other two were much better apps. Big Pork Chop: had this as an entree. it's meant for 2 people and comes in at $58. You might think that's a little pricy for a pork chop but all the extras you get with it make it an absolute bargain. Pickled vegetables lying under the chop soaks up all the saltiness of the pork. Spiced meatballs are amazing and you get a decent sized bowl of it as well as 6 scallion pancakes. Oh yea, the pork chop is great. I was biting all the meat off the bone. Definitely recommended. Tall chocolate cake: pretty good, the shot of milk was a nice touch. Cheesecake panna cotta: better than the chocolate cake, tartness of the passionfruit balanced the cheesecake flavor of the panna cotta. Service: Our waitress was awesome. Funny and very knowledgable about the menu. Wasn't overbearing. Not many places where I would say the service adds to the enjoyment of the evening, but Fedora is one of them. Overall, Fedora puts out really good food that you would find at higher end places but it comes without the pretentiousness. I will definitely be back. Definitely will try to eat at the bar next time. Scoring a table is not so easy. read more

This restaurant is now under new management, has been renovated and has totally changed since I wrote about it. Fedora herself is gone, and prices have shot through the roof. It's now just another tourist trap in a neighborhood filled with tourist traps. The food is..... meh. Sad. read more

The place I come to whenever I'm feeling classy and want to treat m'lady to some tasty cocktails. 10/10 fedoras - would tip again. read more

Classy joint. Thursday was just a huge date night no matter where you went, and Fedora very much followed suit. I really expected this place to be just an upscale bar, but it surprised me with a great menu full of delectable sounding cocktails in which I indulged. To top it off, the glassware was top notch and the rocks drinks featured some obnoxiously slow melting ice cubes. Sweet. Very nice bathroom as well, and it's not so teeny that you bang your head against the sink when you're at the toilet like many a West Village loo. In the likely event that wilfie and nell is again so packed they won't let any more dudes in, I'll be sure to take refuge in this swanky little spot conveniently located across the street. read more

This place is GREAT. It's almost like stepping back in time once you walk in. Classy, not stuck up, AMAZING drinks. Bartenders really know what they're doing and they're very friendly. Got the songbird cocktail with creme de violette and grapefruit. Very interesting but loved the taste. Definitely need to come back for food! read more

Fedora - Song bird and old fashioned - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Consider this review part one of two... or at least a tantalizing trailer to what appears to be a very promising movie! I can't wait to return to sample the food. I didn't stay as long as I would've liked to here at Fedora due to some unfortunate time constraints, but I did perch at the bar long enough to savor an impeccably mixed cocktail - the Songbird - and soak up some of the effortless, relaxed warmth and professionalism that is the trademark of all of Gabriel Stulman's joints (see also Joseph Leonard and Jeffrey's just across the way). I don't know if it's the fact that you have to duck down some stairs to get inside or what, but the bar truly feels removed from the outside world and a true respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Relax, unwind, and maybe even put down your phone and have a conversation with the bartender. It's that old school. read more

If I had a say, this is where I'd like to go for my Last Supper. And ironically, I ate here with my friends the Friday before Hurricane Irene, what ended up being a dude of a storm but the anticipation of it resulted in an almost kinetic energy in the air. Sitting in the leather tufted booth that overlooks the entire restaurant, we were nestled in our private corner where we huddled over the brief yet tantalizing menu. I sipped my dirty martini and decided I would have the waitress elect my entree... I do this often, read my other reviews, I always want to know what is the wait staff's favorite, there is nothing better in my book. My companions insisted on two orders of the Artic Char, which was wrapped in a crepe and had a nice kick at the end, but my favorite appetizer would have to go to the egg in a hole, it was decadent and holy moly eggs, that was definitely a theme throughout the dinner, eggs eggs eggs, but I have no issues with my cholesterol so eagerly amassed the eggy goodness of it all. The bread was thick and soggy with the egg that cracked open and provided the perfect dressing. The waitress ordered me the lobster salad... with fat chunks of lobster and breaded hard boiled eggs with just a bit of liquid in the middle, another perfect execution of something so mundane, yet so interesting and unique served here. I also had a bite of the lamb sausage and octopus, an odd marriage of perfect tastes... really well done. And to top it all off, like I even had room for dessert, I forced myself to eat a quarter of the ice cream sandwich, an adult version of my favorite childhood treat. We also had the lemon panacotta with madeleine's... which were piping hot and clearly just out of the oven... while a table favorite, the ice cream sandwich was heaven enough for me. Can't wait to go back... muah. read more

Been here a few times. Great drinks. Want to highlight the off menu steak special for two. They only have 1-2 per night so get there early. Steak, kale over bed of rice, egg... Was really great, I would get it again. read more

Fedora - Incredible steak special for two with Kale and bed of rice and egg. Only have 1-2 per night available. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Skip it, went Saturday night. The place was empty except for the 4 older gentlemen eating. probably eating there for the past 57 years, that's how it smelled. I thought we were in a VFW hall. they would not serve us at he bar. just avoided us for 30 minutes without saying a word. very odd and uncomfortable. I'm surprised board of health didn't close this place yet. read more

This is my joint. When I need to grab a templeton (one of the first bars I found that kept it regularly available - always neat - keep your ice away from my rye) before a meet up or dinner, or for a quick business dinner or date I can always trust fedora. The staff is friendly and remembers its regulars, the food is great, the drinks strong and the crowd is the right kind for such a small place. read more

Love this spot. Came here for my bday and had a delicious time. Back at the bar tonight with great wine and cocktails. read more

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