Friend of a Farmer

Made of warmth and wood; cozy up next to either one of our working fire places.

8 / 10
1313
ratings
  • Phone

    (212) 477-2188

  • Website

    friendofafarmerny.com

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  • Type

    American Restaurant

Address

77 Irving Pl (btwn E 18th & E 19th St) New York , NY 10003 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Music Yes
Dining Options Take-out, Delivery
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Menus Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO

Comments / 341


Keywords:

brunch food pancakes cozy omelettes French press coffee healthy food working farmer cornbread casual boomer special good for dates cute rustic chicken pot pie French toast trendy desserts sandwiches skillets outdoor seating
Richard Revilla

Dinner was excellent and the decor inside gives it a very cozy feeling. Very reasonable prices for excellent quality.

Albert Tong

Boomer special was great. I can see why they are known for their pancakes . Blueberry was awesome. Really cozy home atmosphere. #nom #nyc

The Corcoran Group

There typically is a wait at the cute brunch spot - especially if you want to snag a table outside , but it's well worth it. The omelets are amazing, and are all served right out of the skillet .

Valerie S

Cozy , rustic breakfast spot nestled in gramercy. Has total farmhouse feel. House-made breads are delish and can’t go wrong with any of the breakfast items . Coffee (French press ) is a little pricey .

Karen

If you come here for dinner , they definitely make you feel like you're on a farm with no electricity. The food is delicious. Try the chicken pot pie . The ginger beer is natural.

Ben Mackey

The line is pretty long on the weenends, but you won't wait too long if you're a couple. The boomer breakfast is great - scrambled eggs , pancakes , bacon and home fries . Great value for $17.

Kevin Grant

Cute little breakfast spot . Line gets pretty nuts tho (like most NYC breakfast spots ) so try and get there earlier. Everything I've had is good, and the coffee comes in a french press which is cute .

Michael Balboa

Great salad , super tasty spinach meatloaf , yummy roasted brussel sprouts and the skillet baked chocolate chip cookie dessert was from another planet????????????????????????

Dean Silfen

They have a cocktail called "the agronomist" that is essentially a cucumber martini . Its excellent. If you go for brunch , the curried chicken salad is just "okay", BUT THE "ROSE CLUB" is excellent.

Compass

This place is packed for weekend brunch for good reason. Fluffy omelettes and farm-to-table produce keep locals coming back for intimate meals in the rustic brownstone.

Rodrigo Narciso G da Silva

Definitely order an omelette . Any of them are delicious. I cannot say the same for the eggs benedict with spinach . I'm not fan of pancakes , but their apple pancakes are the heaven, so good.

Elizabeth Ollis

Love the ambiance-so cozy . The food is fantastic! Shared the crab cakes , mussels , and mac&cheese for apps. Had the scallops for an entree - have never had bigger scallops . Try the apple pie ! So yummy!

Bitches Who Brunch

The Bitches Say: B-. We had high hopes based on the ceaseless brunch line outside, but found it a bit over-hyped. The main dishes were tasty, but the small mistakes and inconsistencies added up. Read more

Collin Marrero

Truly amazing. Flavors were impeccable. Fresh & cozy . A not so hidden gem in NYC (it was packed with a line down the block). But extremely worth it. Chicken & waffles special and crab Benedict...WOW!

Helen Shakespeare

Great omelettes , good portion, flavoursome. Atmosphere is very cosy, we got there for 9am and already very busy

Erica Choi

Super cute space and really excellent brunch food . Always a tremendous line , but goes pretty quickly. Egg bennies and skillet dishes are spot on.

Linnea Corn

Nice spot to have a decent meal before a movie . Dinner starts with yummy cornbread and cinnamon apples . The tables and seating are really tight so expect frustrated waiters .

Desmond Foo

Portions are pretty big, the Boomer Special is a great deal

Katelyn

brunch is amazing. make sure you ask for their breadbasket for an awesome assortment of bread (including warm cornbread !)

Daniela Osorio

Definitely the best salads in NYC! (You can have blackened salmon added to any). All ingredients are locally sourced and it's an amazing spot for brunch .

Polina Weitz

Loved the food! We came for brunch , and sat outside (no heat lamps ). Salmon Benedict and apple pancakes were superb! Sadly, they don't have oat/almond/soy milk , and the coffee was disappointing.

Travis Bloom

The pumpkin pancakes are incredible. The working farmer just might be the best omelette I've ever had. Well worth the wait

Ina Li

Fresh local ingredients , great portion, simple flavored. Omelette all served in skillet :) try their corn beef Benedict

Beril Esen

The ambiance is great. When you step into the restaurant , you feel as though you are in a farm . The service is also very fast! A must go.

Sonia Persad

Special today was chorizo-tomato scrambled eggs -10 pts of yum. Homemade hot sauce is quite nice, tasty, with a tiny kick for Trinis. My French friend pronounced it quite hot and preferred the Tabasco

Jen O'Neill

People should hype up the bloody Mary's more . Homemade with a kick. ????

Lauren Furgason

Best for brunch - skillets and omelettes are always solid (faves are Healthy and Working farmer ). Pancakes melt in your mouth. Cozy vibe and always friendly !

Michael G.

Taylor’s Toast and Working Farmer are both phenomenal. One of the most satisfying breakfasts I’ve ever had

Nico V.

Super homey interior delivers the right vibe for new American cuisine . Get the baked cookie dessert served in a skillet .

Uber NYC

The line may be long, but once inside you'll feel like you're out in the country eating fresh omeletes in iron skillets , blueberry pancakes , corn bread , and some great french pressed coffee .

Stefanie Reis

Gorgeous spot, friendly staff , delicious eggs and fresh pressed juice . Not the cheapest one, but it worthwhile. Try the fried is farmer eggs . ;-)

Sol

Warm atmosphere with wholesome food. Usually a wait but if you go early there are tables. Griddle items and egg dishes are great. Solid potatoes .

Natalie V

Good food, the healthy farmer omelette and cornbread are delicious. However, for brunch it was a long wait and the hostess kept seating people in an odd order, definitely not first come first serve.

Nirav Suchak

You'll be tempted to sit outside and enjoy the views of Irving Place. Don't! Sit inside and upstairs if possible, the rustic interiors deserve your attention :)

hiyopura

You can try each of everything in The boomer breakfast . Loved blueberry pancakes and scrambled eggs !

Christine Taylor

Never been here and had anything that wasn't good. All breads and biscuits for sandwiches are delicious and homemade . Wish I could buy just the bread on a regular basis.

Serah Lee

blueberry pancakes are a must... just the right crisp on the outside and bursting with blueberries on the inside!

River Rose

The best breakfast . Pumpkin pancakes and French press coffee is the best way to start your day. Fantastic laid back atmosphere .

Stan Bashmashnikov

Super cozy , warm place. Great service. Feels like you're dining at a bed and breakfast in Maine. The Chicken Pot Pie is a must.

Carrot Creative

Killer brunch menu . The assorted breads (zucchini , lemon , corn ) are always warm from the oven. Mostly everything is served in a hot skillet . Try the Gramercy omelet !

Billy Jacobson

Good food. The main dishes are very well priced for the size, but be careful with any sides, apps or drinks as they will overcharge you up the wazoo!

Sonia Grobman

Best French toast ever but they charge extra for bananas with out mentioning it. The bacon comes out really cool but is hard to split.

Devonta

Great options for breakfast / brunch . Hungry? Try the Working Farmer dish. Taste Amazing!

Sabina B.

Get the beet mashed potatoes and mac & cheese for the table. Great for brunch , their fresh juices are a little pricey but delicious.

Lauren Quinn

Love the southwest omelet and the blueberry pancakes which are bursting with fresh berries and caramelize edges.

Chet Mancini

One of the best value dinners in the city . Fantastic home style American cooking in an intimate atmosphere .

Alice Nam

pumpkin pancakes with french press coffee . not-so-crowded, cozy brunch place around union square

Kristin S.

If you want to feel like you're being healthy, order the egg white scramble. Try to remember to eat your own meal and not the person's who you're meeting for breakfast

Katie Kelly

Quiet , calm , and delicious food. Came with a party of 12 unannounced and they gave us a private room upstairs. One of my fav spots in the city . (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more

Catherine Andre

Delicious breakfast and brunch food - loved their juice combos, their poached eggs , their crispy bacon and their pancakes .

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