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, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Penny Farthing
Dairy-Free at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Shishito Peppers and Chicken Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Firecracker Shrimp, Soup of the Day and Penny Pasta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Poke Bowl and Grilled Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Shishito Peppers and Chicken Wings (6 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Shishito Peppers and Chicken Wings (6 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Penny Farthing
The Penny Farthing in New York has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Virtual Insanity and Impossible Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Penny Farthing
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Salmon Sandwich | 54.1 g | 52.9 g |
| Brunch Burger | 130.7 g | 39.6 g |
| Chicken Curry | 60.5 g | 38.1 g |
| The Penny Omelette | 111.5 g | 36.6 g |
| Steak Salad | 26 g | 31.8 g |
| Spaghetti Carbonara | 43.1 g | 29.1 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Seared Ahi Tuna Salad | 23.2 g | 25.6 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Grilled Salmon | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Beef Sliders | 92.5 g | 21.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
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.
Menu
Appetizers
- Soup of the Day - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $15: Served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Artichoke Dip - $17: Spinach, cheese, tender artichokes & corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Ricotta Dip - $17: Served with warm cabernet rustica bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $15: Tossed in lime tajín spices with chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Corn - $15: Butter, mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, 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: Halal, 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 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $18: Mixed cheeses, pico de gallo, chipotle avocado cilantro sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings (6 pieces) - $12: Choice of hot or mild buffalo, cajun dry rub, or smoked chipotle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, 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: 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: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Sliders - $17: Fried chicken, mozzarella & marinara sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium 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: Halal, 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, Halal, 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: Halal, 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, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $21: Bacon, sweet peas, onions, creamy egg and parmesan sauce Dietary tags: 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: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Gnocchi - $17: Marinara sauce with parmesan cheese and watercress Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC 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: Dairy-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $27: Herb roasted potatoes, garlic spinach with hot honey ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Salmon Sandwich - $20: Cajun spices, arugula, tomato & light pesto mayo on a baguette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $22: NY strip steak, roasted heirloom tomatoes, shallots, romaine, pesto mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $16: Sharp Vermont cheddar & roasted tomatoes on thick cut brioche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impossible Burger - $17: Plant based impossible patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles & house relish Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, 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 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Eggs Benedict - $17: Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise sauce & home fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- French Toast - $17: Challah bread dipped in cinnamon & topped with powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Penny Pancakes - $17: Skillet baked pancake with choice of plain, banana, berries or chocolate chip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- New York Cheesecake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bread Pudding - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Virtual Insanity - $16: Teremana reposado, campari, lime juice, pineapple juice, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- The Penny Pop - $16: Absolut mandarin, aperol, vanilla syrup, orange juice, lime juice, egg white Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse
- Poison Margarita - $16: Tanteo Tequila and Tajín Rim
- Espresso Martini - $16: Vodka, Kahlua and Espresso
- Allagash White Draft - $11 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, 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.
- Is The Penny Farthing dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Penny Farthing has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Shishito Peppers and Chicken Curry.
- What can I eat at The Penny Farthing on a dairy-free diet?
- Soup of the Day, Shishito Peppers and Chicken Curry carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Penny Farthing have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Virtual Insanity and Impossible Burger.
- Is The Penny Farthing gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Penny Farthing?
- Cajun Salmon Sandwich, at roughly 52.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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