What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?

Diners highly value the inviting atmosphere, professional service, and mouth-watering chicken dishes, contributing to a positive 4.0/5 rating.

Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?

Diners celebrate the inviting atmosphere and spirited neighborhood feel, describing the space as a wonderful and warm addition to the area.

What's the best way to experience this restaurant?

Enjoy a social dining experience by sharing plates like whipped ricotta and shishito peppers in a spirited, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.

What are the standout dishes based on the menu?

Standout menu items include French onion soup, whipped ricotta dip, shishito peppers, chicken tenders, and crispy tuna rice.

Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?

The NY Strip Steak works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, high-protein, nut-free, and sugar-free.

What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?

Customers celebrate the mouth-watering chicken dishes, inviting neighborhood atmosphere, and the professional, attentive service provided by the hospitable staff.

Is this restaurant good value for money?

The Penny Farthing offers good value with a moderate ($$) price level, a 4.0/5 rating, and professional, attentive service.

What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?

The Penny Farthing is a spirited neighborhood haunt featuring an inviting atmosphere, warm hospitality, and a focus on social energy.

Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?

This American spot is ideal for dates, offering an inviting atmosphere, warm hospitality, and shared plates like whipped ricotta dip.

What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?

The menu offers gluten-free NY Strip Steak, while other specific dishes for vegan, keto, or low-carb diets are not listed.

The Penny Farthing – American

Stepping into The Penny Farthing feels like entering a spirited neighborhood haunt where the savory scent of caramelized onions and bubbling cheese from a classic French onion soup drifts through the air. The kitchen elevates the art of the shared plate, bringing together vibrant textures like blistered shishito peppers and creamy whipped ricotta to create a dining experience defined by warmth and social energy.

103 3rd Avenue, 10003 https://thepennyfarthingnyc.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: American

Price range: $$

Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb

Currently open

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

What diners are saying

Diners celebrate the mouth-watering chicken dishes and inviting atmosphere, noting that the space feels like a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. Guests frequently praise the professional and attentive service staff for their regular check-ins and warm hospitality, ensuring a consistently pleasant dining experience.

Soup of the Day - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
French Onion Soup - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Mozzarella Sticks - $15: Served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Spinach Artichoke Dip - $17: Spinach, cheese, tender artichokes & corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Whipped Ricotta Dip - $17: Served with warm cabernet rustica bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Shishito Peppers - $15: Tossed in lime tajín spices with chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Street Corn - $15: Butter, mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Firecracker Shrimp - $19: Lightly breaded shrimp, sweet chili sauce, arugula Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Tenders - $17: Served with honey mustard, paprika & pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
Nachos - $18: Mixed cheeses, refried beans, pico de gallo, sour cream & guacamole & jalapeños Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadilla - $18: Mixed cheeses, pico de gallo, chipotle avocado cilantro sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Wings (6 pieces) - $12: Choice of hot or mild buffalo, cajun dry rub, or smoked chipotle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Fig & Prosciutto Flatbread - $21: Fresh figs, arugula, feta, drizzled with balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Margarita Flatbread - $18: Marinated mozzarella, fresh tomatoes & basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Crispy Tuna Rice - $18: Spicy ahi tuna, avocado, sriracha aioli, soy sauce, chives Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Parmesan Sliders - $17: Fried chicken, mozzarella & marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Beef Sliders - $17: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles & house relish on a brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch

Salads

Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine, parmesan, croutons & caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Steak Salad - $20: NY shell steak, roasted potatoes, grilled onions, red beans, grape tomatoes, baby arugula & horseradish dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Poke Bowl - $22: Ahi tuna in a soy sauce marinade, rice, carrot, cucumber, edamame, avocado, black sesame seeds, spicy mayo drizzle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad - $21: Mixed greens, cucumber, carrots, tomato, avocado, fried wontons, sesame ginger dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Cobb Salad - $15: Romaine hearts, tomato, bacon, grilled chicken, hard-boiled egg, avocado & crumbled bleu cheese, red-wine vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Mediterranean Bowl - $15: Quinoa, bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, watercress, hummus, feta, lemon pepper dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch

Main Courses

Spaghetti Carbonara - $21: Bacon, sweet peas, onions, creamy egg and parmesan sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Penny Pasta - $21: Spaghetti, sautéed jumbo shrimp, asparagus, arugula, tomatoes, parmesan in garlic & olive oil Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Cauliflower Gnocchi - $17: Marinara sauce with parmesan cheese and watercress Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Mac 'N' Cheese - $17: Cajun chicken, creamy white cheddar & parmesan cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Curry - $20: Stewed in coconut milk and curry spices, served over rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Grilled Salmon - $27: Herb roasted potatoes, garlic spinach with hot honey ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
NY Strip Steak - $35: Pan seared with garlic herb butter, mashed potato & vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch

Sandwiches & Burgers

Classic Burger - $18: Served on a sesame seed bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Fried Chicken Sandwich - $18: Fried chicken, provolone cheese, tomato, spinach & chipotle mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Cajun Salmon Sandwich - $20: Cajun spices, arugula, tomato & light pesto mayo on a baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Steak Sandwich - $22: NY strip steak, roasted heirloom tomatoes, shallots, romaine, pesto mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Grilled Cheese - $16: Sharp Vermont cheddar & roasted tomatoes on thick cut brioche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Impossible Burger - $17: Plant based impossible patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles & house relish Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch

Brunch

Brunch Burger - $22: White cheddar, bacon, fried egg, house relish, raw onions, romaine, pickled jalapeños and home fries Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Eggs Benedict - $17: Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise sauce & home fries Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Penny Omelette - $17: Ham, baby kale, white cheddar, home fries and sourdough toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
Avocado Toast - $18: Toasted multigrain, chopped avocado, red pepper flakes, lemon, olive oil, two poached eggs & home fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
French Toast - $17: Challah bread dipped in cinnamon & topped with powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Penny Pancakes - $17: Skillet baked pancake with choice of plain, banana, berries or chocolate chip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch

Desserts

Chocolate Lava Cake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
New York Cheesecake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Bread Pudding - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC

Beverages

Virtual Insanity - $16: Teremana reposado, campari, lime juice, pineapple juice, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
The Penny Pop - $16: Absolut mandarin, aperol, vanilla syrup, orange juice, lime juice, egg white Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
Poison Margarita - $16: Tanteo Tequila and Tajín Rim
Espresso Martini - $16: Vodka, Kahlua and Espresso
Allagash White Draft - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Guinness Draft - $12
House Wine Glass - $15: Choice of Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose, Prosecco, Cabernet, Malbec, or Pinot Noir

Frequently Asked Questions about The Penny Farthing

What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?: Diners highly value the inviting atmosphere, professional service, and mouth-watering chicken dishes, contributing to a positive 4.0/5 rating.
Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?: Diners celebrate the inviting atmosphere and spirited neighborhood feel, describing the space as a wonderful and warm addition to the area.
What's the best way to experience this restaurant?: Enjoy a social dining experience by sharing plates like whipped ricotta and shishito peppers in a spirited, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
What are the standout dishes based on the menu?: Standout menu items include French onion soup, whipped ricotta dip, shishito peppers, chicken tenders, and crispy tuna rice.
Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?: The NY Strip Steak works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, high-protein, nut-free, and sugar-free.
What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?: Customers celebrate the mouth-watering chicken dishes, inviting neighborhood atmosphere, and the professional, attentive service provided by the hospitable staff.
Is this restaurant good value for money?: The Penny Farthing offers good value with a moderate ($$) price level, a 4.0/5 rating, and professional, attentive service.
What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?: The Penny Farthing is a spirited neighborhood haunt featuring an inviting atmosphere, warm hospitality, and a focus on social energy.
Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?: This American spot is ideal for dates, offering an inviting atmosphere, warm hospitality, and shared plates like whipped ricotta dip.
What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?: The menu offers gluten-free NY Strip Steak, while other specific dishes for vegan, keto, or low-carb diets are not listed.

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