Friedman's Kitchen + Bar

4.3 (55)

$30 and under

American

233 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019

About this restaurant

Gluten-free-friendly
Innovative
Great for brunch

A little about us & the culture that has been created…
Friedmans is a family run business, which operates locations throughout New York City. Friedmans was named after the famous economist Milton Friedman who popularized the phrase, “there ain’t no such thing as a free lunch”. This phrase has gone on to be used in science, economics, finance, statistics, technology, sports, & now food. However, to put it simply, “to get one thing we like, we usually have to give up another thing we like.”

The original store opened in 2009. One of the pioneers Vanessa had been diagnosed with celiac disease and had to eat gluten-free. So when the first location opened she was vocal about making it a gluten-free safe haven for her and her celiac peers. After long hours in the kitchen and playing with all different sorts of flours we believe we have created some of the best pancakes, waffles, and fried chicken. More importantly, they are all intrinsically gluten-free.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Website
https://www.friedmansrestaurant.com/pearl-hotel-on-49/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Friedmans’ Catering NYC, is the full service catering division of Friedmans. Offering the same world famous Pastrami, house roasted turkey and vegetarian sandwiches, as well as hard to find Gluten Free options.

Location
233 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019
Area
Midtown
Cross Street
49th Street b/w Broadway and 8th Ave
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Steel Cut OatmealUS$8.00
Market fruits
House Made GranolaUS$9.00
Yogurt, berries, cinnamon honey
Egg SandwichUS$10.00
Scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar, whole wheat croissant, potato hash
Toasted Banana MuffinUS$8.00
Ricotta, strawberries, honey, toasted walnuts
Morning Fruit BowlUS$8.00
Selection of seasonal fruits
Acai BowlUS$10.00
Banana, blueberries, granola, shredded coconut

Breakfast

Eggs BenedictUS$15.00
Poached eggs, smoked ham, hollandaise, potato pancake
Nova BennyUS$17.00
Poached eggs, smoked salmon, hollandaise, potato pancake
Country BreakfastUS$16.00
Eggs as you please, potato hash, cheddar biscuit, choice of heritage ham, bacon, or fruit
Harissa Tofu ScrambleUS$14.00
Market vegetables, avocado, multigrain toast
Oat PancakesUS$15.00
Fresh berries
Brioche French ToastUS$15.00
Fresh seasonal berries and Vermont maple syrup
Chicken ChilaquilesUS$17.00
Sunny-side eggs, fried tortillas, tomatillo salsa, avocado, Cotija cheese, red onion, sour cream
Cheese BlintzUS$17.00
Ricotta filled crepes, strawberry compote
House Smoked Salmon PlateUS$17.00
Cured smoked salmon, tomatoes, onions, capers, choice of bagel with cream cheese
Avocado ToastUS$11.00
Spinach, roasted tomatoes, rustic bread

Our Specialty

Pastrami HashUS$17.00
Sunny side up eggs, pastrami, potato, multigrain toast

Breakfast Sides

Farm EggsUS$5.00
Sliced AvocadoUS$5.00
Hash BrownsUS$5.00
Maple Cured HamUS$6.00
Hickory BaconUS$6.00
Turkey BaconUS$6.00
House Cured SalmonUS$6.00
Potato PancakesUS$7.00
Apple sauce
Bagel with Cream CheeseUS$6.00
Plain, sesame or everything
ToastUS$3.00

Coffee

Drip CoffeeUS$4.00
Regular or decaf
EspressoUS$3.50
Cold BrewUS$5.00
CappuccinoUS$5.00
LatteUS$5.00
Chai LatteUS$5.00
Dirty ChaiUS$6.00
Hot ChocolateUS$5.00
With fresh whip

Tea

English Breakfast TeaUS$4.00
Earl Grey TeaUS$4.00
Organic Green TeaUS$4.00
Chamomile TeaUS$4.00
Caffeine-free
Mint TeaUS$4.00
Caffeine-free

Juice

Orange JuiceUS$6.00
Green JuiceUS$6.00
Grapefruit JuiceUS$6.00
Ginger ShotUS$6.00

Starters

Avocado MashUS$13.00
Avocado, onions, jalapeno, cilantro, lime, tortilla
Crispy Chicken WingsUS$13.00
House-made hot sauce, pickles, scallions
Ma's Old School MeatballsUS$13.00
Fennel tomato sauce, ricotta
Veggie PotstickersUS$9.00
Sesame soy dipping sauce
Baked CheeseUS$11.00
Thyme, rosemary, olives, toasted bread

Salads and Bowls

Grain BowlUS$17.00
Rice or quinoa, Japanese eggplant, edamame, bok choy, bean sprouts, carrot shoestrings, sesame lime dressing
Sesame Salmon SaladUS$18.00
Kale, grains, mint, pickled beets, pickled carrots, avocado, edamame, sprouts, sesame soy vinaigrette
Chicken Tostada BowlUS$17.00
Blackened chicken, red cabbage, watercress, tomato, green beans, tortilla, corn, chipotle dressing, buttermilk dressing
Grilled Chicken Cobb SaladUS$18.00
Romaine, tomato, avocado, blue cheese, bacon, buttermilk ranch
Caesar SaladUS$15.00
Romaine, Parmesan crumble, poached egg
Harvest BowlUS$15.00
Brussels sprouts, roasted sweet potato, apples, goat cheese, candy walnuts, red wine dressing. Add salmon, chicken or tofu for an additional charge

Entrees

Soft Herb Roasted Half ChickenUS$25.00
Antibiotic-free chicken, tahini, warm olives, spinach
Roasted Chicken ThighsUS$22.00
Mashed potatoes, sauteed Brussels sprouts
House RavioliUS$20.00
Sage brown butter, crumbled Parmesan, toasted pumpkin seeds
12 Oz. NY Strip SteakUS$29.00
Sauteed kale, choice of potato
Crispy SalmonUS$28.00
Butternut squash, forest mushrooms, balsamic glaze
Chicken Pot PieUS$25.00
Flaky puff pastry
Grilled Fish TacosUS$22.00
Napa slaw, salsa verde, avocado. 3 per order
Braised Short RibUS$25.00
Jalapeno-cheddar grits, roasted red pepper relish
Seared Red SnapperUS$28.00
Spicy fingerling potatoes, tomato-balsamic reduction

Sandwiches and Burgers

Pastrami on Rye SandwichUS$18.00
Our signature pastrami on rye with spicy mustard. Make it a rueben with sauerkraut and Swiss cheese for an additional charge
Fried Chicken SandwichUS$17.00
Boneless thigh, lettuce, tomato, pickle, Sriracha aioli, brioche bun, herb fries
Grilled Chicken Banh MIUS$17.00
Cucumbers, carrots, radish, cilantro, pepper dew aioli, crunchy baguette
Tuna MeltUS$17.00
Cheddar, tomato, rye bread, chips
Friedman's Club SandwichUS$18.00
Turkey breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, cranberry aioli, pepper jack cheese
House Falafel BurgerUS$17.00
Cucumber tzatziki, pico de gallo
Grass Fed BurgerUS$17.00
Hand-cut fries
BEC BurgerUS$19.00
Bacon, egg and cheese on our natural beef burger, hand-cut fries

Our Famous Chicken and Waffle

Chicken and Cheddar WaffleUS$25.00
Fried half chicken, spicy honey

Flatbreads

4 Mushroom FlatbreadUS$13.00
Tomato Mozzarella FlatbreadUS$13.00
Gluten Free 4 Mushroom FlatbreadUS$15.00
Gluten Free Tomato Mozzarella FlatbreadUS$15.00

Soups

Matzo Ball SoupUS$8.00

Desserts

CheesecakeUS$8.00
Carrot CakeUS$8.00
Chocolate Molten CakeUS$8.00
Fresh FruitUS$8.00

Sides

Hand Cut FriesUS$7.00
Sweet Potato FriesUS$7.00
Sauteed Kale with GarlicUS$7.00
Sauteed SpinachUS$7.00
Sauteed Brussels SproutsUS$7.00
Mac & CheeseUS$7.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Friedman's Kitchen + Bar.

4.3

(55)

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

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55 Reviews

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Trishww Gold
New York City54 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Brunch before Theatre. Very efficient service. Salmon salad was delicious
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jimd Gold
New York City146 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
After some initial confusion about what Friedman's we were going to, i.e. on West 47th or West 49th, we finally made it there! We loved our dinner, the food was great and the service was top notch!
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Occasionaldnr Gold
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill34 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From a gracious welcome to excellent service throughout the meal, this was a first-rate dining experience. The fish tacos were prepared deliciously with red snapper instead of more common fare. The meal was topped off with a melt-in-your-mouth cheesecake slice. Superb meal.
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allisona
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friedmans was a quiet respite from the noisy theater district. The food and service was five star. The manager came by to welcome us and make sure we had everything. Will be returning often!
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fallingSlowly Gold
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch options. Great atmosphere. Tight searing though.
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Golfchamp
Fort Lauderdale18 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice place with healthy choices
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JoePublic1 Gold
New York City18 reviews
2.0
Dined on 19 February 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
overpriced tasty enough food but small portions handy for theatre
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SB89
New York City10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location, right in the theater district. Perfect place to eat before a show. The food was delicious! My order did not come out correct and it was fixed immediately, no questions, with a smile. Amazing customer service and quality service from our server as well. It was a really enjoyable experience, would definitely come back again!
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Danielha Gold
New York City34 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great stop for lunch before a matinee. Perfect location. Ordered the waffle special, steak/eggs, french toast and burger- cleaned off the plates. Will add to our list of regulars.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant was excellent! I had reservations at 10:30, we arrived at 10:18 and were seated immediately. We reviewed the menu prior to arrival and ordered immediately. Our food was brought to us at 10:36. The service was amazing. I would definitely recommend and go back again!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Website
https://www.friedmansrestaurant.com/pearl-hotel-on-49/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Friedmans’ Catering NYC, is the full service catering division of Friedmans. Offering the same world famous Pastrami, house roasted turkey and vegetarian sandwiches, as well as hard to find Gluten Free options.

Location
233 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019
Area
Midtown
Cross Street
49th Street b/w Broadway and 8th Ave
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Not available on OpenTable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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Claim this listing

Friedman's Kitchen + Bar

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Early Morning

Steel Cut OatmealUS$8.00

House Made GranolaUS$9.00

Egg SandwichUS$10.00

Toasted Banana MuffinUS$8.00

Morning Fruit BowlUS$8.00

Acai BowlUS$10.00

Breakfast

Eggs BenedictUS$15.00

Nova BennyUS$17.00

Country BreakfastUS$16.00

Harissa Tofu ScrambleUS$14.00

Oat PancakesUS$15.00

Brioche French ToastUS$15.00

Chicken ChilaquilesUS$17.00

Cheese BlintzUS$17.00

House Smoked Salmon PlateUS$17.00

Avocado ToastUS$11.00

Our Specialty

Pastrami HashUS$17.00

Breakfast Sides

Farm EggsUS$5.00

Sliced AvocadoUS$5.00

Hash BrownsUS$5.00

Maple Cured HamUS$6.00

Hickory BaconUS$6.00

Turkey BaconUS$6.00

House Cured SalmonUS$6.00

Potato PancakesUS$7.00

Bagel with Cream CheeseUS$6.00

ToastUS$3.00

Coffee

Drip CoffeeUS$4.00

EspressoUS$3.50

Cold BrewUS$5.00

CappuccinoUS$5.00

LatteUS$5.00

Chai LatteUS$5.00

Dirty ChaiUS$6.00

Hot ChocolateUS$5.00

Tea

English Breakfast TeaUS$4.00

Earl Grey TeaUS$4.00

Organic Green TeaUS$4.00

Chamomile TeaUS$4.00

Mint TeaUS$4.00

Juice

Orange JuiceUS$6.00

Green JuiceUS$6.00

Grapefruit JuiceUS$6.00

Ginger ShotUS$6.00

Starters

Avocado MashUS$13.00

Crispy Chicken WingsUS$13.00

Ma's Old School MeatballsUS$13.00

Veggie PotstickersUS$9.00

Baked CheeseUS$11.00

Salads and Bowls

Grain BowlUS$17.00

Sesame Salmon SaladUS$18.00

Chicken Tostada BowlUS$17.00

Grilled Chicken Cobb SaladUS$18.00

Caesar SaladUS$15.00

Harvest BowlUS$15.00

Entrees

Soft Herb Roasted Half ChickenUS$25.00

Roasted Chicken ThighsUS$22.00

House RavioliUS$20.00

12 Oz. NY Strip SteakUS$29.00

Crispy SalmonUS$28.00

Chicken Pot PieUS$25.00

Grilled Fish TacosUS$22.00

Braised Short RibUS$25.00

Seared Red SnapperUS$28.00

Sandwiches and Burgers