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    Chocolate Mousse
    Sonia K.

    I loved the ambiance of the restaurant. I did feel rushed because the waitress kept trying to take the dishes away although we were still working on them. They also recommended way more dishes than we needed because we needed up getting fewer dishes than they said and we were full by the end. I was also sad that they did not have stuffed squid. Otherwise, all of the dishes were delicious. I especially enjoyed the mackerel although the portion was so small. The ice box was worth getting in my opinion. You get to try different fresh pieces and all of them were really delicious. I would probably get that again. The brioche bread was nothing special but still good to get with everything else.

    Michael C.

    Came in for a pre-dinner happy hour by myself on a Saturday. Got some oysters and the shrimp cocktail, both of which were incredibly fresh and delicious. The one chef gave me a pointer to dip the shrimp in both the garlic aioli and the cocktail sauce, and WOW she nailed it. So yummy. Service was prompt and all of the staff were such good vibes. Alex is a wonderful Somm that really knows his stuff and picked a great wine for me, the Schiller Frizzante. I crushed the whole bottle and was very happy with my experience here. Thanks to the Penny team!

    Lauren S.

    PENNY!!! The hype is real. Probably the freshest, brightest seafood I've had in New York City in a while. Came here with a friend and sat at the chef's counter (yay!) and tried a good portion of the menu. The menu appeared a bit simple at first, but the server explained that the key here is the freshness of the fish, which is what really makes the flavor stand out - and there is nothing I appreciate more than REALLY delicious food due to peak freshness. We tried the raw bar and a few other seafood dishes. My only regret is not getting a dish that was more substantial, because we left a bit hungry. But other than that, everything was outstanding. The volume was at a reasonable level as well. I would definitely come back!

    ice box
    Melisa M.

    SOOOO good. ice box was perf to try everything out between two people. service was attentive and quick to answer any questions. definitely need a reservation as it was busy. the brioche was amazing!!! the wine i forgot which was amazing as well lmao and went well with the food it was some riesling the stuffed SQUID was fire forgot to take pics of the tuna carpaccio but so good!! for dessert the ice cream sandwich was perfect like not too sweet and not too filling WILL BE BACK

    Brioche with homemade butter - MUST TRY
    Renata G.

    Seafood lovers, Penny is a must try! Honestly I had a Deja vu to this counter service oyster spot in San Francisco (Swan Oyster Depot not sure if it's still open) but the quality of the seafood is just beyond at both places. - We got the ice box at Penny and everything was super fresh and tasty. I'm generally not a fan of clams but these were SO GOOD. - The Brioche was magical..fluffy with real butter on the side . You must try it when you dine here, it'll blow your mind. - We also ordered stuffed squid. Not sure about the stuffing..it had a crunch and I didn't like the consistency. - Chocolate mousse cake was top notch. Very rich flavor, best to be enjoyed with a hot tea. Which they do have! And the tea is served in a kinto pot:) Overall such a good experience. The host was a sweetheart too!

    Uni tray
    Yvonne N.

    A seafood lover's dream tucked away in the heart of New York. Penny delivers the kind of pristine, ocean-bright flavors that remind you why simple done right is sublime. I arrived early and was greeted by a friendly host at the door. I enjoyed some beverages while waiting for my reservations - yes, Penny is fully packed all the time. Uni - briny, buttery perfection. Razor Clams - clean and crisp with just the right bite. Live Scallop - impossibly sweet and silky. Beau Soleil Oysters - fresh and balanced with a gentle salinity. Countnecks - meaty and satisfying. Mussels - plump and fragrant in their own broth. Shrimp - sweet, snappy, beautifully fresh (this was my FAVORITE item in the icebox) Crudo - delicate, bright, and pure finesse. Confit Oysters - rich, inventive, and deeply savory...perfect with the crackers Stuffed Squid - good...tender with layers of umami. A masterclass in restraint and precision -- Penny doesn't shout, it hums with quiet confidence

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    Isabella T.

    Penny had been on my radar for quite some time! I got a reservation day of for a Sunday at 10pm which was perfect because I had a night off from working night shifts. When we arrived even for 10pm on a Sunday, the place was still pretty busy-- and I can definitely tell why they are so beloved now. Firstly, the ambiance is absolutely perfect! The continuous, bar-only set up makes it feel so homey and intimate while being spacious enough to be comfortable. You can see everything being prepared in front of you and feel joined in the experience with your neighbors even a few seats down which makes it feel even more open and familial. They have a phenomenal wine selection! My fiancé ordered a glass of one of their Spanish white wines which was refreshing, and had a strong grape flavor without being too sweet. For food we tried: - Oysters: perfectly smooth and silky, not too salty. Came with some vinegar with pickled onions that just complemented the oyster beautifully with a little gentle acidic squeeze of lemon. So refreshing and cool from the ice. - Sesame brioche: somehow the only carb in our meal but it was so delicious that really no other carb was necessary. This brioche is a masterpiece: fluffy, with the perfect balance of the sweetness of the batter and savoriness of the thick salt crystals over the creamiest salted butter. Felt like eating a cloud. You cannot come here and not order this. - Market vegetables with lobster aioli: super fresh veggies including tomatoes, potatoes, green beans, etc. These came with a creamy and tangy aioli that was super addictive. The flavor of the lobster was very subtle and I wish it had been a bit more punchy, however still very good and satisfying as a side to munch on between bites of other dishes. - Tuna carpaccio: this was a phenomenal dish. The tuna was as fresh as it can get, it was dressed in a very subtle marinade that allowed for the natural flavors of the tuna to come through. The onions and olives added a perfect tangy punch. Simple but so well executed! Loved how perfectly thin the tuna slices were. Would get this again. - Stuffed squid: life changing dish. Probably in my top 3 that I have had this year. The squid was chargrilled to perfection, was tender, and well seasoned. This came completely stuffed with a spicy tuna sausage that provided the perfectly pillowy inside. The sauce was rich, and had deep smoky flavors. It reminded me of harissa. Truly outstanding! - Swordfish: I do not love swordfish at baseline but this was another amazing dish. The fish had the firmer texture of swordfish but somehow cut super nicely. The fish was bursting with umami flavors from the sauce and the smokiness of the grilled peppers. The combination was bright, perfect for a summer day. - Chocolate mousse: smooth, rich, sweet. Balanced out by the mild bitter earthiness of the olive oil, and the sharp sea salt. The hazelnuts added the perfect nutty complement. Perfect way to end the meal! Very light and satisfying. Additionally, the service was impeccable, we felt very well treated without being rushed out or hovered over. I absolutely loved Penny! Their menu is very limited but they do their dishes exceptionally, the quality of their ingredients justifies the prices for me. It's such a cute little spot with versatile ambiance: cute and surprisingly quiet enough for a date, lively for Friday drinks with friends, sophisticated and clean for an outing with parents or family. Some of the food here has been the best I've had this year! Truly worth every Penny. I highly recommend.

    Ice box +
    Clara S.

    I had really high expectations coming to this wine bar-- as a seafood lover and wine lover + having seen this place rated so highly in many foodie lists, I was expecting something spectacular. To sum it up: great vibes, ok service, ok (but too salty) food, ok wine. - Ice box +: 8.5/10 (razor clams were amazinggg. Oysters were good. Shrimp was good for the fire bite, but too salty. Countnecks... had a really strong ocean flavor so if you're not into the salty/ocean smell, you'd probably hate it. Mussels were good but veryyyyy vinegary and sour.) - Brioche bread: 9/10 (great bread but the salt on the butter made it too salty!) - Stuffed squid: 7/10 (idk it was way too salty... maybe because everything else was salty too?) - Wine: 8/10 (we had 3 glasses of different white wine and they were all.... Ok. Idk not the best wine selection for glasses, so maybe try going for the bottle wines)

    Stuffed squid
    Elizabeth X.

    Delicious seafood but a bit pricy. All the raw foods were great: icebox, brioche, kinmedai, and tuna carpaccio. They had a great dressing that complemented the food well while being light. The tuna carpaccio, icebox clams, and icebox and mussels were probably my favorite. The stuffed squid was good overall, but I didn't like the stuffing that much. The brioche was also fantastic while warm (but less so after it cooled down--so eat it quick!) Great service and decor. All bar seating, so it's great for groups of two (also because portion sizes tended to be perfect for splitting between two). Pricewise, there was some shock at ordering a ~$25 kinmedai and getting two pieces, but it's to be expected for a nice seafood restaurant in New York.

    View to the front long counter, from the rear corner
    Ali M.

    If you thought that snagging reservations at sister-restaurant Claude required careful planning, even greater diligence is needed to book spots at the all-counter-seating Penny. My partner and I enjoyed a September 2025 birthday dinner at Penny and the present hype surrounding it, is...well...justified. Sigh. Seafood, raw or simmered, is THE star in production that is Penny. Ordering one of the "Ice-Box" offerings of raw shellfish is sumptuously de rigeur! All plates are petite in portion and exquisite in both flavor and freshness. No spiciness or chilli-heat or fish-sauce is deployed to mask the inherent flavors of the fish items. Penny's "Clams + Smoked Potatoes" elevates the simple New England clambake to soaring heights. We were seated at the less-populated rear counter with a full view of the cookery. Staff was friendly and speedy. Zalto glasses always seem to better the taste of wine and such was the case here. As for ambience, I wasn't paying much attention. After dining at Penny, many of your near-future seafood meals will pale in comparison. Start saving for your subsequent visit to Penny. n.b.: the trick to getting a reservation is to book as soon as Penny opens its two-week booking window on Resy.

    Ice cream sandwich
    Stephanie D.

    The menu isn't super large but there are a good number of things to try. Really liked the brioche bread and seafood rice. We also got an ice box and stuffed squid. Everything tasted really flavorful and fresh. Good service as well

    Oyster pan roast
    Gab G.

    Lucked out with a same-day reservation and returned with my boyfriend for another amazing meal. This time, we ordered: + Shrimp cocktail + Mussels x 2 + Razor clams x 2 + Sesame brioche with butter + Stuffed squid + clams and smoke potato + Ice cream sandwich + chocolate mousse Mussels and dessert were the absolute best bites. The ice cream sandwich had rhubarb and it was insanely good. Shrimp cocktail, brioche and clams main were not far behind. I've decided the stuffed squid is a skip - it's good, but other things are better. Get both desserts.

    Tuna Carpaccio and Sesame Brioche
    Rainey C.

    Amazing service, ambiance, and food! Did think it was a bit on the pricier side for the portion sizes but the quality was great. My favorite was the Tuna Carpaccio. And the Sesame Brioche is a must! It pairs so well with the seafood and the inside of the bread is soooo fluffy and light.

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    Ask the Community - Penny

    Approximate cost for 4 people?

    This is an expensive restaurant with very good raw fish and good wine...$100pp or more depending on wine ordered.

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