"Let's get drinks." Around Union Square, you have choices. Upscale or... midscale. Small... or tiny. We tried one rival bar and it was wayyy too upscale and tiny. $15 for a beer. So we left and tried a second one. Penny Farthing, in decent weather you can sit inside or outside. My friend selected outside, and we were warned upfront: this will require food. Okay, we agreed, since it was already 5:00. Note, they sat us in front of a different restaurant! Turns out the neighboring place is the same owner and they're even connected inside. FYI. Positive: Waitress brought an extra water up front when I warned her about how much I drink. Not bad: Took a few minutes before she came back. But with other tables outside, service was fairly regular after that - easy to get one of the staff's attention as needed. Positive: Reasonable draft prices. If you come during happy hour, that is. From 4-7 PM on weekdays (see the menu photo), $7 for any beer on tap is a pretty good deal, especially for NYC. Negative: We started getting hounded for food every 5 minutes until we ordered. That wasn't appreciated. We said we'd order, we wanted some more time. If we tried to close out our tab without ordering, that's different. Let us sit please. Uncertain: Penny Farthing only has one restroom. Not great for a bar, and it wasn't all that great of a restroom. But Linen Hall may have more - I saw they had a downstairs and I didn't go exploring. Interesting: I looked at Linen Hall on Yelp and saw some different menus and prices. But their website shows an identical menu to Penny's. So there you go, same owner. I'll close out with the food. First, my friend's input on her grilled cheese: Very meh. Bread was rather thin and burnt, rather plain. She upgraded to truffle fries and was disappointed in the flavor... until we dug toward the bottom and found that the truffle oil had settled. That tasted much better. So if that's your thing, don't shy away from it, just pour the fries onto your plate first. Now, as far as my spaghetti carbonara? 6 stars. Perfectly al dente pasta (surprising, for a "bar", even if it's also a "restaurant"). Creamy, cheesy sauce in no short supply. Surprisingly generous portions of bacon and peas, even onions. The whole dish was more than I expected and I am so glad I got that. In the end? I'm glad I went. My friend, not sure. So we'll average it out to 4 stars. read more

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came here for some quick drinks before dinner and had such a nice time. got the frozen cocktail and also tried the hard cider. i was especially obsessed with the rekorderlig swedish cider they have. my friends were so happy to see it on the drink menu too. the service was good and prompt even with it being a busy spot. we sat outside and the weather was beautiful which made it such a nice way to start the evening. read more

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I came here to watch a March Madness game with friends. We were seated at a table. If you're seated a table you have to order food. Our table was slanted. The server acknowledged the slantedness and said she would come back to put something under the table. Spoiled alert: she never came to fix the slant of the table. The servers weren't that friendly. They did their job but they weren't that nice. It felt like they were rushing us to order food but we weren't hungry yet, so we ordered during halftime. We got: - spinach and artichoke dip: I liked the thick chips and how there was chunks of broccoli - fries: these were crispy and thin - Swedish cider (pear and strawberry lime): Pear has more subtle taste. The strawberry lime is more strawberry than lime. I love a cider so I enjoyed both flavors. I liked how much seating there was on a Sunday but can't imagine what it's like when it's busy. The bathroom is downstairs and it's dark down there!! Why is there no lighting when going down the stairs?? It's like a cave. Then you walk in the bathroom and it's bright. read more

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So I asked for a fruity mocktail but they ended up giving me lime juice and muddled raspberries and it was VERY sour. Just needed some more balance in the sweetness to offset that lime. The street corn was good but way more spicy than I usually like, it was a bit overpowering. The quesadilla was good, a bit messy to eat but still had a nice cheesy, steaky flavor. Liked the dark vibe inside (I usually don't like too much light) and a great place to chill with friends. read more

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came for happy hour on a Friday afternoon and it was such a pleasant experience. We opted for street table as it was beautiful weather. Can't beat witnessing NYC traffic, along with weirdos passing you. It was a full house, inside and out; so we were not so loud but still slightly screaming when the sirens were on. Waitress was very friendly, explanatory, patient and attentive. Food- we ordered mainly appetizers as we weren't so hungry and EVERYTHING was phenomenal! The waitress recommended us the chipotle wings and OMG! Finger licking good! We didn't like the nachos presentation, as the cheese was stuck to the wooden plate but overall the taste made up for it. The street corn was amazingly seasoned and prepped. I did take a to go bag- not in any pictures. Artichoke dip- well seasoned and not very cheesy to my taste. Steak sandwich- well cooked and seasoned. Mac and cheese- there are chicken pieces but it was a bit spicy for my taste. Will definitely return to try more plates and the chipotle wings!! read more

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Loved the service. Loved the vibe. I especially loved the $5 Espresso Martinis on Wednesdays lol. They have different happy hours throughout the week "margaritas" for example. The Shishito Peppers were great too. read more

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Fell upon this place on a Thursday night before a late dinner and it was a great time! We would have stayed to have dinner if we didn't already have a reservation at another place. The place is packed due to their $5 aperol spritz deal from 4PM-late, but it looks like they have really good deals throughout the weekdays so I assume it is generally going to be crowded during those times. They are a pretty sizable restaurant with a lot of seated tables and also a larger bar with ample standing room. The staff were really nice and it was surprisingly easy to get a drink when needed at the bar. They had lines of aperol spritz glasses ready to be filled and they filled them so quickly. The vibe when we went seemed to be younger professionals getting a drink after work and many were in groups larger than 4. There also seemed to be quite a few people sitting and eating at the tables so I'm excited to try their food menu in the future. read more

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Nice place! One of the best pubs in the city, popular for brunch and parties. I've been going here for years. Housed in an old Village building, the all-brick room is spacious with high ceilings. I love being there! Good food, excellent hospitality and service. I like their salads topped with grilled salmon. When I make it my meal of the day, I lose weight. read more

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Came for the Aperol spritz happy hour, which was a great deal on a Thursday. $5 was the cheapest deal we found around the region (other places were $8-10+ for happy hour). Very empty on a Thursday evening so if you want a good deal on drinks, and not feel the claustrophobia of a pub, grab a drink here read more

I've been going to The Penny Farthing for a while when I'm in the area. We have always had a great experience and this recent Valentine's Day did not disappoint. My wife, friend and I met up before a concert and had some delicious appetizers. Chx quesadilla was great (huge portion too!) and the spinach artichoke dip was the best I've ever personally had! Tara took care of us at the bar and was super friendly! Excellent service and my wife loved her espresso martini! Thanks for a great evening! Hope to see y'all soon. read more

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Hmmm I've had my fair share of fried chicken sandwiches and I really wouldn't call this fried. It was giving grilled chicken tenders put between pieces two pieces of bread. Wouldn't order again read more

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Food- 4/5 Service- 3/5 Ambiance- 4/5 Penny you played with the lack of refried beans on those nachos !!! The chicken however was DELICIOUS! I'd def. try other dishes based on how well seasoned the nachos were. The service was going ok until the end. I selected "no tip" bc I paid a 20% tip in cash... And.. there was a service charge on the bill And... when I hit no tip (had cash in my hand) the server literally spinned around and walked off... the sign inside reads "all day espresso martinis" The sign outside said "11AM- late" well ladies and gents, on this Wednesday, late was 8:30PM, I told the server that I wish I'd known bc I would've ordered multiple when I sat and she informed me you can only order 1 at a time... So keep these things in mind when planning your visit 1) $5 martinis are NOT ALL DAY on Wednesdays and 2) it's 1 martini at a time so if you really want to enjoy it like I wasn't able to this trip... start at 11AM when they do Post denial following the initial martini, the experience was a wrap! 1 thumb up and would def return for food and to get the full $5 espresso martinis affect read more

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Nephew brought me here to have pre dinner coffee martini on a wednesday night. We came on around 530pm and we were quickly seated at the bar. The bartender was friendly & nice. The place has a good cosy ambience. The place feels spacious and not so loud. We could carry conversation with out shouting at each other. I would probably come back to have a meal next time. Glance at the menu, food looks good & prices reasonable. read more

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A glorified dive bar that is lucky to be situated in a busy area. Food is the same subpar Sysco stuff you get at every other low tier restaurant, all made from frozen. Three beers we tried were a bit off (slightly flat, not fresh). They add a service charge and expect us to tip. Atmosphere is grunge + snotty white girl. But our bartender was pleasant. read more

MANHATTAN/East Village: The Penny Farthing is a cozy restaurant with wood accents, brick walls, and just enough sunlight coming in to add to the warm feeling. We stopped by for a quick drink and were pleasantly surprised that leashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside. A hot apple cider was mixed perfectly for a tasty drink to add to the comfortable atmosphere. Lunch and dinner are served every day with added brunch on the weekends. Check out this sports bar to watch the game with American style food. read more

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Laid back neighborhood bar vibe. They do offer food, such as steak/cobb/chicken salad, as well as burgers and chicken sandwiches. A few pasta dishes. They have a brunch with the typical fare: pancakes, burritos, poached eggs, steak, French toast. This is more of a spot to stop by for some drinks. They have a large draft and bottled beer selection, as well as hard seltzers. They do have a few house cocktails: Virtual Insanity: teremana reposed, Campari, lime juice, pineapple juice, and simple syrup. Poison: tanteo tequila spicy margarita with a tajin rim All mixed up: Vodka, Bailey's, simple syrup, strawberries Hot topic: gin, cucumber, lemon, simple syrup, egg white Bad reputation: whiskey, honey, lemon, simple syrup. The cocktails are decent. Not the best I've ever had, but would be a decent stop on a bar crawl or for a casual evening. If you're here, you're probably not looking for innovative craft cocktails or gourmet food. Service was laid back and made sure I was taken care of. read more

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I'm spoiled here lmao that's all ima say ! I had multiple items on the menu the food never disappoints. They are so consistent! I say I'm only coming for a beer end up staying all day hanging out eating meeting new people this place is just the best shout to James he use to work there great Irishman. read more

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After a lackluster bahn mi experience next door, we went to this establishment to salvage lunch. I decided on the brunch menu that came with a free bloody mary, which is one of my girlfriend's favorites, and settled on the french toast. In terms of presentation, it was a stunning display. The old ladies next to us were in awe and only raised my expectations. Unfortunately everything that glitters ain't gold. The toast was completely devoid of flavor and incredibly disappointing. Although 17 dollars for a brunch meal and drink is a fair deal, the reality of the combo leaves a lot to be desired. The bloody mary was also trash said my girlfriend. Nice waiting staff tho. read more

Came here before heading out to a party on a Friday night. I was not drinking at the time and the bar had several NA options available. The bartender was cool we chatted about the Knicks before I left read more

Great bar with restaurant -all serving upscale and pub grub food.TVs everywhere with a mixed crowd of neighborhood folks and NYU students. The service is great and unassuming. If you have the hankering for a beer, some great food, and conversation with other patrons or the waiters/waitresses- along with good tunes and TV- this should be a stop over when near South Union Square and NYU. read more

I came here with a few friends over St. Patrick's Day weekend. Tons of drink options and the bar is very spacious. I would definitely come back! read more

$5 espresso martini CANNOT be beat. They had a nice punch and the ambiance was casual but clean with really friendly patrons to chat with as the night went on. I'm not the biggest espresso martini person either, but this place will certainly convert you. It helps that the music here is great as well! A gem in a sea of overpriced cocktail spots. read more

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Good Average- bartender unaware of ingredients of food on menu. Ambiance- Casual, friendly staff. Bartender talks too about her family/kids! (Overall, not interested!) read more

No frills exposed wood and brick bar, packed with locals as they enjoyed a well-chilled, reasonable-sized pint. Good energy and not too packed as to be uncomfortable, still found a slot by the bar with our group of seven. The bar was busy, two bartenders were efficient but it did take a wait sometimes so have patience. Crowd skews a bit younger with NYU close by, and music is very loud, with TVs in the background if you're a sports fan (no audio over the music though). Haven't tried the food here, but if I'm around next time after happy hour, will give it a shot! read more

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I love the happy hour deal these espresso martinis have! You have to order food too and we go the spinach dip with chips and they paired perfectly together. There's lots of places to sit and chat. The crowd was definitely those who come for an after work outing. read more

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I have been here twice already in the last 2 weeks. Great happy hour deals and daily specials (for example, $5 espresso martinis on Wednesdays after 4pm and $5 Aperol Spritz on Thursdays after 4pm). The food is really good too, would recommend the firecracker shrimp and wings. I've only had appetizers but I will be back to try the main dishes. Try to get reservations in advance if you can as it gets busy in the evening. read more

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Came here for happy hour on Thursday, and got their aperol spritz deal - the spritzes are a bit too heavy on the soda. We also got the spinach artichoke dip and sweet potato fries for the table. I like the general environment as it's very spacious! read more

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Sort of generic, modern-style "gastropub". Kind of lacks any real type of vibe or good music. Cavernous in size / feeling. That all being said - very clean inside, staff is super friendly & attentive, & very good service. Food is def. above average, & portions were adequate in size - I did not leave hungry or feeling ripped off, as so many places recently have made their portions smaller. Biggie - they are open for lunch on weekdays, when many places of their ilk now do not open until 4pm. Pubs that serve food & are open for weekday lunch in NyC are a dying breed. Note: the Buffalo wings could use a bit of breading & more seasoning / buffalo sauce, but very fresh & cooked perfectly. read more

I've never felt older. I think this bar is made for people who are in college or have recently graduated. Every person I met asked me where I went to school. Don't get me wrong, the bar was filled with very friendly people, it just definitely attracts a certain demographic. At night, the bar area is huge. It's a big open space, which is especially nice in New York. Service was quick and responsive and it was easy to grab a drink! read more

I was looking for things to do on my first night in NYC, and as an avid espresso martini fan, I was on the hunt for any cool happy hours. Luckily I found out about The Penny Farthing online and made it a mission to include it as one of my stops for the night for their Wednesday $5 espresso martini happy hour. Service at the bar was super quick, and no matter the bartender, all of our espresso martinis were made super yummy and perfectly strong. It's nice that they were made to order instead of being on draft, which makes the $5 happy hour all the more worth it. It seemed like this would be a great place to watch a sports game, I believe they were showing the Knicks while we were there and there were a good amount of people watching or vibing along. read more

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My friends and I frequent this bar as it's in the East Village and have great happy hour deals. We have came here Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday! Tuesday they have half price wine bottles, Wednesday is $5 espresso martinis, and Thursday is $5 Aperol Spritzes. I enjoy the drinks but the best part is their quesadilla. I am not sure what sauce they have but it is mouth watering, and truly the best quesadilla I've had. Service is always great and quick from my experience. The bar is also really spacious (and has two floors) with indoor/outdoor seating, so it's the perfect place for a big gathering or just to grab a drink after work! read more

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Espresso martinis were good. Food was delicious especially the chicken tenders. Nice place to hang out with friends and good service.

Came on thursday for $5 aperol spritz. & lemme just say CHRISTINA is the best, will be coming back to see her for sure! best server ever

The food and the service Top Tier, and even the door man was a Gem, however I would not recommend the Mac n Cheese . Other than that this place is great. read more

So we were looking for a place to eat with our kids, before seeing a movie at the Angelika Village East. We were able to get a table here! It was busy on a Saturday night, so I'm glad we got a table! Right away we felt welcomed even though it was a busy evening. And everyone who came to our table was friendly and professional. We all ordered burgers and fries, because that's what everyone was in the mood for. Two of them were gluten free and the buns were mostly okay. The bottom half of the buns fell apart a bit, but that is understandable with many gluten free bread options. The burgers themselves were amazing. Cooked perfectly. Also, I'm a bit of a fry snob and these fries were fantastic. 5/5 would eat again. The decor was pretty cool. Hard to judge because had it decorated for Halloween and while we were eating they put up a disco ball, which the kids enjoyed. I've added photos of the interior of the restaurant for you to see. Overall, I would definitely eat here again. read more

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Came in on a random late summer Monday evening. Ok it was the $10 burger All-Day A-frame easel sign on the street that worked for me. Bar area is ample as I am ushered in by a cheerful host at the door. I seem to have wandered in on perfect evening for my mildly elevated mood. City bar, local vibe, a hope of good food??? Could it be? Welll close, it is pre-season for the nfl (whatever the hell that means) so the crowd is small and I get a good spot at the bar easy. Shorten the story? Get to the point!? Burger was as good as any local pub burger around. Very satisfying taste, the bartender ritually checks your desired cook on the patty. It comes quickly but not too quick, wait a minute and check the cook, perfect! The meat is juicy, seasoned, yay seasoning, and just the right bit juicy. The bun has seeds aplenty and holds up throughout, barely at the end but delivers burger to maw, faithfully and with minimal splashing. A generous helping of cut-fries and you have the exemplary pub burger! For what?! Say it with me, $10! In Manhattan! Albeit preseason nfl game was so boring I had to write this review to keep from dying of boredom. The Tiger-Stipey guys vs the BOLD W's in their burgundymaroonandyellow uniforms. Hohum read more

Hello!!! AllFunNewYork from instagram here again!! - Ok ok soooooo! This place is awesome! The 3 make no sense to me . The lunch is incredible! Great prices and delish food! Truly! The salmon is my favorite but the burger slaps! Now the bartenders are so cool! Love them all! They really make your visit so much better! Everyone is so nice! Now at night Wednesday is my day :) $5 espresso martinis alllllll dayyyyyy hahaha you know where I'll be! The atmosphere is very fun and chill. Does get packed sometimes but never too much. Can't speak for the late night weekends tho. Anyways love me this place I would come back anytime. I have brought multiple people and they all have a great time read more

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Back in the area & a friend mentioned we should come try this place so we did. To start drinks I had the Love potion not bad good taste, whiskey, soda all decent. Appetizer we had Wings, regular & spicy good size wings, nice taste for the regular didn't try the spicy but the others enjoyed it. On the food I had the Burrata Salad it was good, nice Burrata decent over all. Also tried the Chicken parm sliders they were delicious & the Buffalo Mac & cheese which was very good as well. Also good was the Classic burger comes w Fries it was good, decent size. We gave the Apple cobbler a try , good combo w the ice cream it was a good dessert. Big place inside, service was good & prices are reasonable we enjoyed our drinks & meal. read more

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Make sure to take your receipt with you or take a picture of the receipt! I'm not a fan of keeping the receipt either but The Penny Farthing really takes this to their advantage when charging. The price they charged me was NOT the price I paid. They definitely increased the tip for themselves and this is NOT OKAY. For context: We came here Friday night and order shots at the bar. Not sure if they thought we were too drunk to notice a discrepancy with the price but we were by no means drunks. Shame on you for trying to take advantage of people at what is mostly a college student sports bar. I begin to question the reputability of this place if they would go as far as to change the price paid so they could earn a few more bucks. I am now disputing this charge with my credit card company. I would personally never come back again, but in case you do decide to come anyways: Just be on the lookout for the price The Penny Farthing charges you. read more

The porn star martini is to DIE FOR , so delicious. The food is to die for aswell . Def come here for the vibes also . Service is amazing love the gals that work there read more