Wow !!! The @OldPubClub had a night in NYC. We were invited to dinner on the Lightship Frying Pan , a historic 1929 vessel transformed into an open-air waterfront bar and restaurant at #Pier66a in Hudson River Park, #Manhattan. It may not be the oldest bar we've ever been to but it may be the most historic and the first time ever that we were floating during dinner. Built as United States Lightship #115 , it served as a floating lighthouse guarding the dangerous Frying Pan Shoals 30 miles off Cape Fear, North Carolina, from 1930 to 1965. It completed a wartime stint stationed at the Panama Canal. The vessel is listed on both the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places. It is docked alongside another historic vessel, the FDNY fireboat John J. Harvey. Our food, cocktails, servers and company were top notch. The view and the venue were great and we couldn't have picked a better night. read more

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The location is perfect for a sunset view and after dark city scape. We reserved a weeknight spot on the same day, but it was not easy to book a time. The restaurant is located on a dock so there's a little bit of swaying as you eat. Food The Cape Cod lobster roll was okay. I found it on par with other lobster restaurants. For over $35 and served with fries, it seemed pretty pricey. The mussels were also ok, but very light on flavor. There were quite a few in the serving. The fish and chips did not taste fresh as the fish was somewhat mushy although the breading was good. The fries were slightly limp and only warm. Service When seated, it took 10 minutes before our order was taken and 20 minutes later, when the waitress did not return, I had to ask the bar to page her. After placing our order and receiving no reason for the slow service or even an acknowledgement of it, we waited about 20 minutes for our food to be delivered by staff. Our waitress only returned to offer our check. read more

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We had the best time here! The venue is beautiful and very clean. We had amazing service and the food was very good as well! We can't wait to go back. They run a tight ship read more

I used to go to the Frying Pan decades ago but recently came back with my dog as the space is very dog friendly. We went on a Sunday and it was pretty open and got a Red Sea to drink and my first lobster roll of the season. It's a great option if you're on the West Side! read more

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What a vibe it is at the Frying Pan. It feels like the kind of place that's essential to visit at least once during the summer. The space is huge and organized nicely. You order at the bar and they'll bring your food to you. There's no bad seat in the house! They had at least one private event happening when I visited, and it really does seem like a great location for a party. The fish and chips were nicely fried and I enjoyed a Paloma with my meal! Staff was friendly and quick with the food. I'd highly recommend this spot! read more

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10/10/10, bike parking right out front. Super historic, they have the old high line freight tracks. There's an antique train on site. You're eating on a boat right on the water. Great prices and food. This is one of my new favorite spots. They also have a large projector for games. Drinks are heavy on alcohol. The staff is super accommodating and nice. Can't wait to try their $10 happy hour! read more

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The Frying Pan is one of those NYC spots where the setting is really part of the experience. Located on the Hudson at Pier 66 near 26th Street, it's a boat and dock complex with tons of outdoor seating and fantastic waterfront views. We chose the Sun Deck, which has big blue triangular shade sails overhead. They don't completely cover the area, but we were able to find enough shade to keep comfortable. Mom thought ahead and brought my cooling mat, which was perfect for a sunny summer afternoon. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas, and I was able to hang out right beside my humans. There wasn't a dog menu and we weren't offered a water bowl, so I'd recommend bringing your own water bottle --especially on a hot day. For lunch, mom had the summer lobster roll, which was fresh, loaded with lobster and disappeared embarrassingly quickly. Dad ordered the fish and chips and was considerably more generous with his fish. I enthusiastically approved of the few bites I received. Mom also tried the summer sangria with mango and blueberries, while Dad had a Stella. Sitting on the water with a drink, lunch and the NYC skyline around you is pretty hard to beat. This isn't necessarily a place I'd choose specifically for dog amenities, but it's a fantastic NYC experience that you can bring your dog along for, which earns major points in my book. Dogba's Verdict Apparently we are now yacht people. Waterfront table? BYO Cooling mat? Fish & chips samples? Lobster roll samples? I would like the record to show that Mom ate an ENTIRE lobster roll directly in front of me and offered absolutely nothing. Fortunately, Dad understands maritime law and shared his fish. 4 paws out of 5. Half a paw deducted for the lobster incident and lack of canine beverage service. Would absolutely sail again. Pup Perks * Dogs welcome in the outdoor areas * Fantastic Hudson River views * Unique boat-and-dock setting * Partial shade on the Sun Deck * Good spot for a cooling mat * No dog menu * No water bowl offered * Bring water and a portable bowl on hot days read more

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My friend and I had 5:30 reservations and we were seated promptly on the upper deck of this fun restaurant/bar. We enjoyed wonderful cocktails and a mezze platter. The service was excellent (this was my second time here and one of the servers even remembered me from the last time I was here). The ambiance can't be beat. Looking forward to the next time I visit this gem. read more

This restaurant is one of those new age "viral experiences" where they remove basic standards of service and then repackage it to you as "we do things differently here". Folks with disabilities need not apply. It's called 'Frying Pan' albeit a seafood restaurant; but they don't have fried shrimp or fried chicken, or a fry based menu at all. They don't offer much of anything fried outside of calamari, a cod and French fries? It's also self service like a fast food restaurant but definitely not priced like one. You can ask a bunch of dead eyed bartenders who wanna make you paying in cash and having to "change the register to do that" your problem, for ketchup and they'll cut you off to dismiss you towards the entrance for ketchup which is the complete opposite direction of where seating is. The kitchen area where you'd pickup your food is separate from where you return your buzzer, but has the same, "can't-you-see-you're-interrupting-our-line cook-and-chill-time?" staff who will stare at you like you shouldn't be there. If you stand in front of them and press triangle, they might even nonverbally point at the fingerprint covered silverware in trays multiple hands have touched. As you trip and fall over the lumpy rubber flooring with your food, you and your dirty mess hall silverware and plates will be greeted with a beautiful waterfront view. Not exactly sure a wheelchair could safely roll over the Walk the Plank type ramps here, and the food is not really worth the hassle. Be prepared to clear your own tables, unless you get kicked out prematurely for those with reservations promptly at 4:59pm, although before 5 you don't need one. This way you DO get a sample size bite of service. All in all, Chelsea prices, for forgettable food, overcompensating with a gorgeous waterfront view is basically the NYC slop standard now. It would be forgivable if the staff wasn't so annoyed at having to be....at work? read more

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Nothing better than cozying up to the river with a cocktail on a spring afternoon. Great service and a beautiful view. read more

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AMAZING PLACE !!! Walked in and was greeted by Miguel and Oh My God ! What an amazing , welcoming , happy soul . He makes you wanna stay there all day . Such a personality . Walked to the bar and was served by Serica ( hope I got the right name ). Has a drink and enjoyed the view and the amazing vibe , just a bit sad because they close for the season next week . But I will certainly be there next year once they reopen . Highly recommend!!! read more

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Pleasant experience on a beautiful Sunday. Made last minute reservations and was able to get seated 30 minutes early. They were very accommodating. Both the hot and cold lobster rolls were very flavorful. The burger was hit as well. The lemonade was so good, seconds were requested. Although it was a sunny day, the umbrellas provided great shade and we were very comfortable. read more

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Fun summer spot. Went with a few friends and we got a pitcher of the spicy marg and lobster rolls. Margs were very good and we had enough for like 9-10 glasses. Lobster rolls were also super solid and we had the choice of the two preparations which was nice. Host and bartender were very friendly too. read more

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Tried this place on Wednesday evening as a recommendation from a friend. It was packed around 5pm, it's best to secure a reservation as majority of left side has reserved tables only. We were able to sit at 'first come-first served' table on the other side after waiting and wondering around trying to see where next non-reserved table might free up. It was hot out and the breeze from water was definitely nice. The boat itself is a unique idea for a restaurant. Atmosphere is very casual, mixed crowd. We ordered & paid for food and drinks at the counter and picked it up after buzzer went off, but they do clean up tables in a timely manner, moving finished dishes and plates out the way. Both lobster rolls and steak sandwich we tried were fresh and delicious, fried calamari ended up being soggy unfortunately. Sangria and aperol spritz tasted good and refreshing. I would definitely stop by again. read more

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Exceptional atmosphere and amazing veiws. Such a cool place. You have to try it at least once! The service was fantastic. Menu is limited but still good. Cant wait to go back! read more

We made a reservation for a spot called the veranda that has a nice view. I had been there a million times when the other owner Creevy was there and he treated us great. They ushered us over to a rally bad spot w the iron hull of the fire boat w no view at all of the river. We were bummed. It was a lovely night and my husband and I were kayak guides on that river for years. The old owner treated us like gold. We said no and left and they told us we should have made a reservation. I told them we did and we just left and had lobster some place else. It was sad to see it turn into such a creepy cold bullshit place... read more

Tried this place for the first time. While the host seems confused the location is beautiful. Went on a very warm day but sat on the top floor and it was breezy enough to enjoy the weather and food. I had the salmon which was accompanied by white beans and spinach it was really good. My aperol spritz was great. There was also a lobster roll that was good, fish and chips were also quite nice. The spicy watermelon margarita was yummy. The servers were very nice. The location is the best. Will definitely be going back. read more

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Fun location on a barge to go for a date or chill evening with friends. Skip the food, go for the drinks. Came here on a Tuesday night around 7 pm. This is a boat/barge/restaurant on a pier along the west side highway which is a really cool concept. A little hard to get to, but that's probably why it's able to exist. There's at least 2 bars that you can order at and lots of seating. Some of the seating is probably more stable than others (as in, less rocky due to waves) so I suspect there's something for everyone. However, if you do get sea sickness, avoid the seats along the water as they did tend to noticeably rock. There's a full food and beverage menu. For two people we ended up ordering a pitcher of the spicy marg and both the mezze plate + lobster roll to split. When you order food they give you a buzzer and when it goes off, you pick it up from the kitchen area. The spicy marg was pretty solid and it's always fun to get cocktails in a pitcher! The food was also pretty decent, but for $35 for a lobster roll it was heavily overpriced. I think if anything, just get an app or skip the food in favor of the drinks. It also seems due to the size of the place that this is a popular option for holding birthday parties, so something to consider! All in all a nice spot to catchup with friends and catch the sunset. read more

This is no longer the divey Frying Pan of the 2010s. They really cleaned this place up and gave it more of 30ish feel. The food is good, but not great. Kind of like your typical gastropub type flair. The reason why this place gets 3 stars is because their systems are all off. I made a reservation, and I had wait 45 minutes to get it because their systems didn't synch. The wait staff was incredibly helpful and nice to work through the error. Also, they make it very difficult to split checks. read more

The short rib grilled cheese is so addictingly yummy!! The tater tots were also perfection. The wings were alright as well. Smallest dining area, mostly just a bar, but there is one table great for people watching and enjoying the food. Overall solid food experience read more

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Absolutely beautiful. The drinks are pricey, but the atmosphere itself is worth every dollar spent. Very friendly staff. Excellent vibes. Great times were had. I'd like to return and try the food! read more

Nice place by the water. Some historical elements. Seemed like quite a few people partying here on a lazy Saturday. It was loud but I'm not sure if that's true for every night. Large bar in the center. read more

When restaurants change their fries from skinny to chunky I get so upset! Picture of proof they now have these gross fries which simply don't pair flavorfully with the fish. Service was fast and attentive and nice. All seating this day was on the platform not the boats along the side. For such a hot, humid day, it was super breezy and temperate. It's a nice vibe, but personally I wasn't impressed with the seasoning of the fish nor the fries for that price. The watermelon Fresca I ordered was mostly ice and watery not sweet as I inquired. FYI if you're sensitive to motion, the platform is actually not stable & staked, it was quite rocky. I couldn't stay. Anyway, nice environment, not my preference of food/bev, so eh take it or leave it. read more

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This is a fantastic tourist destination. The view over the water with the stiff breeze, slight roll of the dec, and helicopters landing nearby is delightful. Our server was excellent -- super friendly. The chowder was tasty; we got burgers, probably a solid choice. read more

Yes, this is a tourist spot but for some reason on a Sunday afternoon, it was pretty empty. We had a very enjoyable lunch with the cheapest bottle of Veuve ($100 bottle) in the city! We ordered the lobster roll and the build your own burger. The burger won. Fries were pretty decent as well. And the view and setting are unbeatable. I loved how the table seating is sectioned off my trees to give privacy. And there is plenty of all types of seating for your preference. We even moved to the ledge tables on the perimeter of the area with bar stools to change it up. I would recommend this place to take visitors. Bathrooms are super clean. read more

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The views here are absolutely stunning and the team is so friendly. I will be back again and again to have a couple drinks, while enjoying the breeze and views along the Hudson during the summer month. The food is a little less exciting. They have a solid menu to pick from. We ordered the fish and chips, and the lobster roll. Portions were generous. The food wasn't bad, but just ok. Overall, the lobster roll was a little bland and I'm not sure if it was supposed to be hot or cold, and the fish was quite greasy. I've heard the burgers are solid so I will try this if I order food next time. read more

Wow! The location of this particular restaurant alone scores six stars all on its own. Absolutely front row seats to waterfront views and one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in the world for the Fourth of July. The event area consists of boats and barges moored together in the Hudson yard area on the lower west side of Manhattan. The staff was absolutely top-notch. Because we came here for a special event there were several layers of security that was exceptionally well coordinated with the NYPD and allowed us to access the venue without any delays. We actually observed the staff handle several 'ugly tourist' situations very professionally which was really impressive. Each of the different boats and barges offered different levels of service. We happened to select the one that had an open bar and buffet. We were greeted with a reception drink and light charcuterie. The food was very much Fourth of July barbecue style in spirit and included ribs (really good rub), chicken, and the most wonderful salmon and dill sauce. Sides included salads, pasta, vegetable dishes, and jalapeño cornbread that definitely hit the spot. Honestly, we were not expecting much from this buffet, but it was pretty good considering the size of the crowd that they were accommodating. Would love to return to this restaurant for a regular service to see how they do with à la cart food options. Understand this is a summertime hotspot for after work drinks which would be a great place to land! read more

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Went here for a friends birthday and the service was ok but the food lacked flavor, didn't really taste fresh as I had expected. Drinks were good. If I come back it might just be for the drinks on the water vibe. read more

Scenic and unique! Cocktails were delicious . To sit on the top deck you need reservations but any place there has a great view of the water and skylines read more

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The view from the top of the sun deck is really stellar. I'd say it's worth making a reservation for that alone. Next time, I probably wouldn't go for the fish and chips again, however, because they were okay but didn't rock my world, and something with more flavor (like perhaps my date's selection of Thai wings) would probably enhance the experience. Service was fine, but we had to go through at least four people who looked like hosts posted at different spots to find where we were supposed to be, and it was a little confusing. I'd like to return, try more of the menu, and catch more sunsets. read more

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I'd give this place a 3.5 if I could. I actually liked it here. Unfortunately the food just isn't worth it. There are just way better burgers nearby for half the price. It was a good burger but nothing special. Plus they charge you extra for toppings. Things like cheese and caramelized onions should be standard. The fries were really good though. I went with a friend who had the fish tacos. She wasn't impressed either. Didn't help that the food was pricey for something that's so mid. With that out of the way, everything else was good. My friend got a margarita that was only $10. She enjoyed it. The views were great. We came here at sunset and left at night. Eating on the boat and enjoying the views made it worth it. The self service was a great touch as well. This is a good place to enjoy the ambiance and get some drinks. It made up for the mid meal. I'd like to come here again in the future. Maybe something else on the menu can win me over. This is a good place to come on a date or with friends. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. If you're in the area and the weather is good it's worth the visit. read more

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Cute place, fun vibe. Food nothing special but just nice To be out in the water with great views. Would be nice To be here at happy hour when they have entertainment. Will time it Next time. read more

The outdoor vibe sitting next to the water watching the Hudson River was spectacular, the cocktails were very good. The food was reasonable, my only downside would be that they seemed to have just one bartender with a line of people, they can improve their business model if they got a few more bartenders and increase the volume. Took 20 minutes to get the food order in, but took two or three minutes for the food to come out afterwards. In any case, the atmosphere was hard to beat. read more

Perfect place to spend the summer! Sitting by the water, the views from the outdoor seating are incredible. They've revamped the place in recent years and it's gotten very nice. They've even added an awesome rooftop bar so you don't have to walk downstairs for drinks. Their summer cocktails are tasty and the food is really good quality. Drink prices are surprisingly affordable for NY standards even given how prime the location is! read more

My wife and I were walking on the Highline and wanted a lunch on the water front. W e found Frying Pan on Yelp with high ratings. The venue was excellent view was amazing. The food was very good. Had fish tacos and a couple drinks. Service was fast. read more

2.5 stars After visiting and going through some of the existing reviews totally agree this is a place is for its atmosphere, riverside view. However unfortunately that is where the the best part ends. Drinks and food are definitely sub-par for the prices. After having the appetizers, we quickly realized this is a typical large restaurant spot that churns out food fairly quickly relying on frozen food. Had calamari & shrimp ceviche. Calamari arrived kinda luke warm that rapidly turned cold on the windy day on open deck(ofcourse windy weather not restaurant's fault). Shrimp ceviche lacked any depth and flavor, tried few bites but just zero flavor for a $23 dish. The spirit free drinks at 7 bucks each were mediocre, sugary and watered down. Service was good, no complaints. They also seem to unnecessarily create an fake aura about the sundeck reservation, half the seats on sundeck were empty yet they said its available via reservation only. I found reservation quickly using Resy and there were multiple spots available which never got occupied for over and hour and half I was there. Verdict - Sadly only worth visiting for wonderful riverside view/atmosphere. read more

I've been coming here for 8 years, and I generally love this place. But I feel like the quality has gone down. The vibe isn't the same, the reservation seating is bizarre - and when we asked if we could sit somewhere else they said it was all packed, but then we looked at the area we wanted to sit in and it wasn't at all packed or had any reserved signs on it. $35 for a lobster roll is somewhat average to expensive, so I head hoping for a good amount of lobster, but it was so skimpy. It tasted fine, like an average run of the mill one but for $35, felt like it should have been $25. We also ordered a veggie burger , which was just falling apart, barely binded, could not eat. We kindly asked the server to switch to a regular burger, no problem, but for some reason it comes back without a bun and it was here you go and they immediately left. We couldn't stop laughing because it was so weird and ridiculous. General vibe is meh The band sounded great but they played the nut cracker. Idk, I might come back for like a single drink , but it's not what it used to be read more

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We had an amazing time here yesterday and couldn't have imagined a better experience with the kids. Having moved from New England, we've been sorely missing our old summer seafood haunts. The lightly battered and sweet calamari was so fresh, dipped in their homemade tartar sauce (which we asked for on the side) as an amazing start to the meal. Paired with two cold beers and a view with helicopters for the kids - what more could you ask for on a mid 70s fall day? The fried fish tacos and buttered herb corn wheels were enjoyable but the key was that junior cheesecake that perfectly summed up the entire experience. The kids had a great time, even getting to ring the bell. While they are seasonal and will be open for another few weeks, we will certainly make our way back! read more

The frying pan is a very nice venue on the water to catch a drink or catch up. There are multiple bars. The wings are decent. The burger sliders are really good and had pickles when I had them. The quesadillas were tasty. No cider on tap but they have it in the bottle. I saw watermelon slices being used for garnish with some drinks. Things to know: this is a boat and it moves, even though it is clearly docked and this is pretty commonsensical. read more

Food (5/5): Ordered the fish and chips, lobster roll, and my friend got the lobster BLT. All the dishes were delicious and well made. Also considering the boat aspect, the restaurant had relatively reasonable prices for these dishes at around $25-$32 mark. Service (5/5): The host and bartender taking our order were friendly and helpful. We opted for self service and got the food quite quickly. They missed the coleslaw on my lobster roll and quickly fixed it without issue. Ambiance (5/5): Cool restaurant on a boat. Very spacious with nice waterfront views. Just be aware if you're easily seasick that the restaurant might shake a bit. However it's mostly stable. read more

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