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    The Penny Farthing

    3.5 (583 reviews)
    ModerateGastropubs, Irish
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE PENNY FARTHING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    mocktail
    Cindy L.

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Liked the dark vibe inside (I usually don't like too much light) and a great place to chill with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Sally l.

    came for happy hour on a Friday afternoon and it was such a pleasant experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We opted for street table as it was beautiful weather. Can't beat witnessing NYC traffic, along with weirdos passing you.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a full house, inside and out; so we were not so loud but still slightly screaming when the sirens were on.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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!!

    Espresso martini
    Ashley D.

    Loved the service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    Aperol Spritz
    Jeremy P.

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They are a pretty sizable restaurant with a lot of seated tables and also a larger bar with ample standing room.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe when we went seemed to be younger professionals getting a drink after work and many were in groups larger than 4.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    Spinach artichoke dip
    Gregg J.

    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.

    Fried chicken sandwich
    Gloria L.

    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

    Naomi C.

    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

    Tata G.

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place has a good cosy ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place feels spacious and not so loud. We could carry conversation with out shouting at each other.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would probably come back to have a meal next time. Glance at the menu, food looks good & prices reasonable.

    Mel M.

    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.

    Jonathan E.

    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.

    Hunter S.

    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.

    Espresso martinis
    Natalie T.

    $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.

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    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

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    We get crazy for any decorated restaurants and this place was in our list for a while. After a…read morelong planning, we were able to experience last weekend Oscar Wilde's insanely good decors. We timed their summer's Alice in Wonderland theme and was not disappointed. Our group of 15 was situated in the room just when walked in from the front entrance . Not has the privacy we wanted, not has sitting comfort we expected , not the best food we waited but delighted to be with the most decorative backdrop. We had a delay on our food service, had a mixed up to few orders, there was one extra charge for drinks not accounted by our group hostess until after the stay and was not assisted to our expectation level. Nevertheless, the experience was lovely .

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    Wow, every dish was amazing. Was a little skeptical of the Korean fusion concept but they did it…read moregood. Crispy corn pancake was my favorite dish (I love corn) but everything tied for a close second. Came with a reservation but the service was a little slow, no complaints after being seated though. Tables are good for sharing. Thoughts on food: - Crispy corn pancake: my #1. So crispy, has almost a corn profile. - Toomba jjamppong: first time having creamy jjamppong. Soup is delicious, I was drinking this by the bowl. Rose version of jjamppong if you will. - White peach makgeolli: a little icy/slushie, we loved this a lot. And a little sweet. Honestly great value for $22. - Braised pork: pretty good, the standout was the spring onion salad. Definitely coming back.

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    Vibes of the place are nice!! Food is standard Korean food, nothing extraordinary. Had a lot of…read moredrink options - Soy & garlic wings: 10/10, flavor is great, and wings were juicy - Sweet potato fries: 8/10, gigantic thick fries. Good but I prefer my fries thinner. Sauce was meh - Seafood rose tteokbokki: 8/10, super creamy, but wish there was more rice cake. Lots of seafood!! Bb.q Chicken's rose tteokbokki is better imo - Pork shank: 9/10, really tender and juicy meat that fell off the bone. Hella pricey tho (-1 point) - Kimchi fried rice w/ prime hanger steak: 6/10, just okay. Not a huge fan of the fried rice, the steak was good, medium rare - Espresso martini: 8/10, really strong lol

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