Peels
(Now Closed)Breakfast Spot and American Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out New York and Village Voice
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There's an off-menu "secret burger" with house-made pimento cheese, house-cured bacon + more - ask your server for the deets!
Most people say the fish tacos, but be sure to get the fried chicken sandwich for lunch. Order two éntrees if you must!
The best fried chicken north of Virginia, this is the highest-quality comfort food you can buy. The drinks don't suck, either. :)
joseph raccugliaSeptember 15, 2011Awesome. Simple construction of dishes, but they are FULL of flavor. Cocktails are excellent too.
WillMcDJuly 31, 2011Word to the wise. Be extra careful when sitting at the upstairs bar. The stools are super rocky. Just saw my wife bite it.
Nancy ChuangAugust 7, 2011The sundae is to die for!! Sweet, salty, soft, hard, an insane combo of goodies inside one yummy treat!
Get the meatloaf but you'll need to order a side of mashed potatoes. It's pretty special.
The Peels sundae is delicious. Get it to share or keep it all to yourself. It's perfect.
PriceSeptember 9, 2012Build your own biscuit and somehow incorporate the amazing fried chicken. Michelada needs ice, not great.
Mary Elise ChavezApril 7, 2012Build-a-biscuit is possibly one of the best things ever. Objects in picture are larger than they appear.
Scott PearlmanJanuary 29, 2012Get the super healthy quinoa salad to balance out the fried chicken and French fries.
Ask for the secret burger. Pimento cheese, homemade bacon, parmesan tater tots. Nuff said.
Upstairs has kind of a rustic feel in the middle of Manhattan. Good for a big breakfast.
Charlie KaplanMay 12, 2012Shrimp grits are amazing, but this is the preppiest place I've been since I graduated college.
emma tangorenJune 24, 2012waiting for a table? order an iced coffee while you wait from the to-go counter inside.
Brighid GApril 5, 2011Great for a rainy day. Sit upstairs and watch the rain and trees blow through the great big windows.
We love the monkey bread! (Note: no monkeys are harmed in the making of this bread)
Jamie WeisbergApril 10, 2011Delicious quinoa salad, as well as one of the best cheeseburgers I've ever had. All wines are domestic and delicious!
Helen LeeFebruary 8, 2012The Parker House rolls are croissant on the outside, brioche on the inside. So wrong it's de-licious.
Shannon McCookJanuary 27, 2012Red quinoa pumpkin kale salad is fantastic and vegan (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Shrimp and grits make for a unique killer (though rich) breakfast.
Olutosin FashusiFebruary 13, 2013on the expensive side but try the biscuits.. your choice of eggs bacon ham etc
Cheapeats IncSeptember 24, 2011Home cooking, 3 in 1 pie & other tasty desserts. Delicous Stumptown coffee.
Lauren PiresJuly 20, 2013Love the look and feel of this place! The food here is pretty delish (maybe a little over priced)! The service, however, is just plain awful. They disappoint me every time.
For Brunch, go a little early and beat the crowds. The Atticus Finch is good and you can't go wrong with the biscuits.
nope noJanuary 28, 2011Boring. Actually had to send the steak back, that's a first for me. Would recommend getting drinks at the bar upstairs, the ambiance and liquor may be all this place has going for it.
Ye WangAugust 5, 2011Oh and Bowery Hotel is like two doors down. Definitely a cool place for food and drinks afterwards.
Veronica HFebruary 16, 2011Go for the biscuits alone. organic scrambled eggs, sausage patty, and gravy on a biscuit- it's bliss.
try a biscuit and a coffee for a great afternoon snack + pick-me-up. get the amazing jelly on the side.- Have their banging' new steak and pimiento cheese sammy and put it on the Underhill's bill.
Jeff ManciniMarch 19, 2011Eggs and greens with side of cheddar jalapeño grits. Yum. Horchata drink is amazing.
Rent the RunwayApril 27, 2011Make your dream meal with the build-a-biscuit menu and get a Hairy Mary. You'll be so happy :)
Head to the upstairs bar for an excellently crafted cocktail.
Get the New York Shrub: rye, lemon juice, simple syrup, reduced balsamic vinegar!
SparkieSeptember 25, 2012East Village – Brunch cocktails $10, menu prices vary but build your own buscuit!
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Walk-in's are encouraged at any time. We seat only complete parties on a first come, first served basis. We can accommodate dinner parties of up to 20 people. For larger private events please contact our reservation office.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:30 AM–Midnight
(646) 602-7015
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Delivery
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Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Good, affordable breakfast sandwiches. Their rolls and croissants are brought in daily, so it's fresh. Staff is very friendly too."
John LeVine - 7.7
"Amazing place for breakfast; fresh juice; good coffee; njam njam ;))"
Aleksandra Arcipowska - 6.1
"Really great option now that so many diners are closing. Awesome iced coffee, food is good, service isn’t always on point but they are very nice."
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"Bagels were amazing, but if you're looking for something smaller try the yoghurt & muesli. Delicious."
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"Fun bar with a downstairs. Definitely go downstairs, good music and great wheat beers."
Sam Winnick - 8.6
"Wonderful ready-to-go meals, snacks, pastries and absolutely spectacular soups!"
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