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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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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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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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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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

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

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

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

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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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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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

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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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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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 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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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

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

Came here after a cruise on Pier 62 for brunch. We did self serve as the tables were full. Ordered fish and chips at the bar and summer nights. We were able to find a nice table but it did get packed the closer we got to 4pm. The fish and chips were huge ! They were so good, you could tell the batter was seasoned and it had the perfect amount of crunch. The tartar sauce was clearly homemade, I honestly wish they gave us more it was so good. The summer nights drink was nice, very sweet but you could still taste the wine and the fruit chunks were nice. We loved how peaceful it was looking out at the water. Great brunch spot ! read more

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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

It had been years since I was last at Frying Pan, but I found it as cool as ever! I absolutely adored the fact that you could explore various areas of the ship and its attached dinghies. The bar was the perfect outdoor venue for a beautiful, sunny day, and its views of the Hudson River could not be beat. The space was good for large or small groups, but it could get loud in some areas. They offered coolers of complementary water, which came in handy when drinking fun cocktails in the heat. I ordered a Don Julio and club soda, which was potently stocked with half a glass of tequila. I also tried their Chelsea Ranch Water, which included 21 Seeds jalapeno tequila, lime juice, and club soda; it was essentially a skinny, spicy margarita. I loved its balance of heat and freshness. From their food menu, all I had sampled were the fries, which were perfectly crisp and salty, but expensive at $7 for a small cup. Frying Pan is just such an unusual and cool seasonal venue, that I think it is an absolute must. I will say that if you are prone to sea sickness, you might want to keep your visit short, as the boat can rock a bit at times. read more

The views here are absolutely STUNNING!!! I can't express enough how gorgeous the views are in every single direction you look!! The food is soo good too especially the lobster rolls and shrimp ceviche super fresh and flavorful my favorite!! The vibes are truly perfect especially with a nice drink and a cool breeze off the water. Highly recommend read more

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Get a light bite here while enjoying the music, views, and people watching. It is the perfect setting for a date night, and getting inspired in general. Grab seats before or after placing your order, you will get a buzzer and pick up your food once it is ready. read more

Really fun outdoor bar located on a barge with a cool history. We had the mezza plate with pita and it was delicious. Drinks are tasty, getting a pitcher is definitely the best deal if you're with 1-2 people. read more

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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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Food was amazing Drinks were on point Ambiance was perfect Service was quick and friendly read more

Meehhh. Great view and fun venue. The appeal ends there. The lobster roll is on the small side. Its flavor is just ok. It is served with French Fries which are much better than the lobster roll. Right?! You never want fries to overshadow a lobster roll! Just go to Luke's Lobster Roll on Broadway you will be very, very happy. read more

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The food is fairly basic bar food, but was tasty and good quantity. We wanted to enjoy our meal on the boat, so be prepared for complete self service. You'll order, pick up and bus your own order. But the ambience is amazing. Especially since my grand father served on this ship during WW2. If you choose to eat on the pier, I believe you can enjoy full service. read more

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Great views. Good food and drink. Went around 3pm on a Sunday and there we no wait. It s open seating. You order and pay at the bar. I tried the lobster roll and fried fish sandwich and both were good. Also had a glass of Pinot noir which was fine. If you get motion sickness try to sit toward the inside. Will definitely go back on a nicer day. read more

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Fun ambiance, food was great. There were couple instances where the service on the second deck was a bit slow. But if you just sit back, relax and take in the views. It definitely improves the experience read more

I cannot think of a more pleasant location for brunch, lunch or a drink on a nice summer day. Service is friendly and helpful. The food is solid, small but decent selection of beers. Yes, a short review, but it really is a solid choice if you are at the piers. read more

Had a great experience here! Came on a weekend around sunset and the ambiance was perfect. The restaurant is on a large boat with plenty of seating. We were able to snag a table on the side of the boat with an amazing view of the waterfront. There's no table service. You have to order food and drinks at the bar. After ordering and paying, you're handed a buzzer. We ordered the fish tacos, seafood bake and a lobster BLT. The lobster BLT had huge chunks of lobster and each bite was the perfect bite. Should probably eat this asap before the bread gets too soggy. The fish tacos were a tad bit disappointing. The fish was definitely on the blander side. The entire experience was very enjoyable, would return for some drinks and finger food! read more

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I spent 17 years in the restaurant business as server, bartender and management. My forte was fine dining but have also managed a few lower-end places. If it wasn't for the great views on the waterfront, it would be closed. The experience I had was unconscionable. We were greeted at the front by a charming host who advised us of where we could and couldn't sit. He also advised us that we needed to go to the bar to order our food and beverages. We thanked him and made our way to the back deck right near the water where the views were fantastic. We made our way back to the bar to order our food and drinks (3 burgers, 1 chicken sandwich, fried calamari, 2 long Island Ice teas, a bottle of beer and a coke) the bill for this was $171.00, of which a tip/ gratuity menu below comes up with %18-%20-%25.. I'm not tipping someone at amount if he's just pushing buttons. A $15 dollar gratuity was sufficient for just putting in our order. While heading back to our table, we were stopped by an employee (no name given) who advised their roping off the deck for an event scheduled at 12:30... mind you, it's 11:30am. I asked the gentleman why were we advised that the deck was opened until 1:30pm. He said that was incorrect information that we were given and we had to move to smaller tables inside near the bar area. I had asked to speak to a manager and was pointed in the direction of "MANNY". I walked up to Manny and advised him of what happened and told him as a fellow restauranteur that this was I em acceptable to tell patrons one thing, then advise them they can't even though there was 2 hours before they had to have the deck for the private affair. All MANNY did was smile and say, "I'm sorry that you feel that way.." I had asked for his last name and/or a business card and he sarcastically told me that his email was info@fryingpan.com. I told him that he, as a manager shouldn't be so caustic especially when someone is trying to tell them from a restaurant manager background, but my advisement fell on deaf ears.... Now to the food. The burgers were orders as medium rare and came Pittsburgh well... I kid you not.... The chicken sandwich was dry and overcooked as well and the calamari was inedible because it was like rubber. I give this place 1 star just because of the view. #NEVERAGAIN read more

One of my favorite summer spots in the city. Love coming here in the hot summer months for the views, the cooling breeze blowing in off the water, the crush of people out having fun, and the ambiance. The food is meh, though I do enjoy the bar bites (french fries and easy finger foods), it's more of a spot to meet up friends for drinks before going to dinner somewhere else. I've brought out of town friends here to grab drinks and joy a different view of the city that they didn't think to add to their sightseeing tour. All in all it's a fun spot, great for drinks and meeting up friends, not so much to eat dinner or for food. Would still recommend a visit at least once a summer and a place to meet up friends. read more

Overpriced drinks and overpriced food, but the view is amazing! We got two lobster rolls and an Aperol Spritz - they cocktail came in a small plastic cup with a paper straw. Lobster rolls came out of the kitchen behind the bar where we ordered - waiting about 10 minutes. We walked up to the top deck of the nearby ship and greeted the sunset while enjoying our meal. From what I was told when the summer season starts the lines are unbelievably long and you can't find a place to sit, since it's free seating. read more

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Nice view and decent eats. It's a good place to go, in a nice day, to enjoy the water and view. It was very busy when I went but not crowded and the food came quick. I don't like that the cashiers take the orders and make the drinks but I liked not having to wait for my drink :) read more

Nicest view of the Hudson River while you eat seafood. There's not a lot of restaurants that let you eat on a boat, so I was looking forward to eating here for lunch. On a sunny, hot summer day, the breeze coming in from the river and the shady cover over the boat were just perfect. The ordering system seems to change here a lot, maybe due to Covid (self serve, partial self serve, fully served by waitstaff etc). When we went, online ordering was disabled and it was very casual. You order at the bar and then you get a text when your food is ready at the kitchen for pick up. Utensils and a variety of condiments (ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, etc) are available for you to take. You seat yourself anywhere there's an open table. The food itself was fine. We both got fish sandwiches and shared a side of fries. Honestly the food wasn't super memorable, but the pricing was pretty reasonable and the view was really nice. I'd probably come back if I was in the mood for seafood and to share a nice experience with a friend. read more

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