Friend of a Farmer
American Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Bakery$$$$
Gramercy Park, New York
The pancakes at Friend of a Farmer is a can't miss
"The French press coffee is delicious and the atmosphere is too cute"(16 Tips)
"We suggest the pumpkin pancakes, homemade granola, & Belgian waffles"(21 Tips)
"Can't go wrong with the Boomer Special."(7 Tips)"The working farmer just might be the best omelette I've ever had."(6 Tips)
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Njoud FahadNovember 26, 2018Cozy place, great for dates, friendly staff , mushroom pasta was good , zucchini pasta was so sweet couldn’t eat it!
lanamaniacFebruary 16, 2015Great atmosphere, tight seating but worth it for the food and service. I'll return!
Honghui YuNovember 15, 2014They serve an amazing corned beef hash and the apple butter that comes with their English muffins is out of this world.
Irene MayansJune 8, 2013I always order pumking pancakes and never been disappointed!! A classic brunch spot, long lines worths waiting.
Jessica HeimJuly 24, 2015I loved the apple pancakes and the homemade juices are slightly expensive, but worth it.
Nigel HudsonApril 5, 2017Great place for breakfast/brunch. Try the eggs benedict with apple-smoked ham.
Lauren SKNovember 6, 2014One of my favorite treasures in Gramercy. The food is out of this world and the decor is farm like and homey.
Nadeem MalikAugust 18, 2018Charming. Pumpkin pancakes and cornbread mmm, go here for the fast service and nice interior. Perfect Sunday morning kinda place.
- NearSay NYCAugust 3, 2011N-Sider brunch spot: All the ingredients taste like they are right off the farm & the atmosphere is quaint w/ so much personality. We suggest the pumpkin pancakes, homemade granola, & Belgian waffles
Fernanda OliveiraDecember 30, 2018We absolutely love this place! The best pancakes in town for sure! ♥️
AlyssaNovember 5, 2013for brunch: don't skip the bread basket, it's delish! omelettes are great, bacon super yummy and good bloody marys. can't go wrong here.
Marisa WongApril 11, 2017Fantastic no matter the time of day. Eggs Benedict was great for breakfast, Shepherd's Pie was delicious for dinner.
Lorena JimenezNovember 20, 2011If u wanna be healthy, have an amazing meal and not get your usual Cesar salad, do me a favor and get the arugula salad with grilled salmon and feta cheese simply DELICIOUS
AlaraJanuary 14, 2017No brunch during the weekdays. I recommend going there on the weekends, the menu is not that rich except brunch but everything is delicious.
Arin RayJuly 19, 2015The rose club was amazing, all their food tastes fresh and crisp. Also the complementary apple cornbread was on point!
Sofia PapastamelosJune 21, 2015Cute a cozy place to grab lunch or dinner. Friendly service and a nice outdoor eating area in warmer months.
Christopher BDecember 27, 2015Very cozy and good food. Friendly service. Also their chocolate banana bread is awesome (they bake it on premises).
Leigh Anne ZinsmeisterApril 27, 2015Awesome waitstaff - we had someone on a time crunch and they gladly brought her food first and billed her separately, even during Saturday brunch!
Pierre van MedgeOctober 22, 2013Very cute space, very good food. The flour-less chocolate cake is really a thick slice of rich, dense chocolate mousse -- it's so good!- Christopher TaiMay 12, 2012Order the pumpkin pancakes and a side plate of bacon. My to-do for next time will be to try the belgian waffles!
Lauren Rae AustinNovember 23, 2013The pumpkin pancakes are the truth! Best ever! I don't even love pumpkin and am not huge on pancakes, but fell in love with these.. Mmmm. Perfection!
Sho MullaOctober 12, 2019Known for brunch but don’t be fooled. Dinner is especially delicious. Save room for the apple pie for two
Jag FirerwalkerJanuary 31, 2016The blueberry pancakes are a must have no matter what you have before. BLUEBERRY PANCAKES!!
Mafi Soto LeigueJune 12, 2015Pumpkin pancakes are amazing!!!!! One of the best pancakes I've ever eaten!
Malene HaldMay 6, 2016Try the platter with homebaked loaves, two can share one. Large portions. Come early to get a table.
Amin GatesSeptember 15, 2013Nice brunch. Had the salmon benie. It was okay. The pear infused vodka lemonade made the meal. Great ambiance. Will come back for dinner
Awesome Caesar and Cobb salads - ask for a piece of honey whole wheat bread w them
Edlin ChoiMay 25, 2012Really cool rustic feel. Very underwhelmed by the omelette though. New sweeping rule: never order omelettes at a restaurant. Must come back for the all crab crab cake (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more- Cant decide on what you want? Can't go wrong with the Boomer Special. A little of everything
Maria GrisalesJune 29, 2019The food is iorganic and healthy. You can bring your dog to the patio and the service is great!
Kri FOctober 9, 2013If you like crab cakes, you MUST order the crab cake appetizer. It will make you certain that crab should always be served with corn.
Diana PearlJanuary 18, 2015The apple pancakes are to die for! Melt in your mouth with a slight crunch-- griddles to perfection.
Robert GaalJanuary 24, 2013A good selection of beers, corn bread for the table, chicken pot pie, a killer fish of the day always. Nuff said.
Peter MartinezSeptember 25, 2013Lobster Benedict was to DIE for! Definitely going back this Saturday again!
Adam SilverSeptember 12, 2011Crowded on the weekends with rich kids whose parents just bought them a bland one-bedroom in Murray Hill and newlyweds who met at HBS. But the eggs are fantastic.
JetzNYOctober 17, 2017Relaxing atmosphere great music selection Steely Dan Jackson Brown Fleetwood Mac created nice vibe
Ashley BDecember 22, 2013Best French toast I've had in a while! Get a spot at the bar from brunch and skip the wait.
EchoDAJuly 16, 2012Seriously good spot for your brunch. Very cozy, delicious food and a very good French press coffee. Check it out!
Luke Vander LindenOctober 24, 2018Make sure not to sit in Harrison's section. He likes to disappear in the middle of your meal. But he must be related to an owner because no one seemed to care when I went looking for him.
Asli SJanuary 22, 2018Boomer special was satisfying. The maple butter they bring for pancakes is amazing.
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Friend of a Farmer
77 Irving Pl (btwn E 18th & E 19th St)
New York, NY 10003
United States
New York, NY 10003
United States
Made of warmth and wood; cozy up next to either one of our working fire places.
Closed until 8:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
(212) 477-2188
Features
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
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO
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