Friend of A Farmer

sstar9g 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Manager is a JERK! – AWFUL SERVICE! It was our first time here and we were seated w/no idea about the rule in seating incomplete parties. When our friend joined, the mngr didn't let her in, called her a liar and followed her inside. When she found us, he yelled at us and told us to leave. I was horrified and said it was our first time and if we knew we would've waited. We stayed and finished our food, anyway. In response, the mngr observed us closely from the corner of the room. We later learned that the waiter who initially... read more

purvs117 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

RUDE, RUDE, RUDE! – Never go here! The manager was the rudest person I have ever come across and for living in NYC that says lot! The hostess made the mistake of seating us before our entire party was there and the manager yelled at us for it! What happened to the customer's always right notion? The manager told the waiters to send over our bill and "clean it up" several times. We were forced out of the establishment for a mistake we did not make! The waiter kept coming up and asking to take our plates while we were still ea... read more

Contributor 

on Citysearch

20 years ago

Glorified diner fare in a country kitsch setting. – In Short People line up in droves each weekend for this infusion of country in their harried city lives. The outdoor tables overlooking bucolic Irving Place, or the wooden ones inside, are prime spots for brunch featuring all the usual suspects--omelets, pancakes, French toast--served on cast iron skillets and griddles. Patrons who opt to stay away from the morning crowds can choose from homey American entrees like chicken pot pie and shepherd's pie. 

randelcole 

on Citysearch

20 years ago

Poor service overpowers a nice location – While the location is charming, the owner has let the brunch success go to his head. Customers MUST order one entre each if dining outdoors, they will not seat you unless your entire group is present (nor will they hold a table) and they make it clear that they want to turn tables. The food, congeniality, and service have all deteriorated overf the past few years and so the wait is not worth it. 

lab321 

on Citysearch

20 years ago

Friend Of A New Yorker – I have always wondered why this restaurant doesn't have a higher overall score in Zagat and doesn't get better reviews from it's customers. Its fantastic. Brunch is what Friend of a Farmer is known for, however dinner is equally impressive. All of the omlets, pancakes, french toast, etc. are great as are the country standards (i.e. baked chicken) served in the evening. The Irving St. location automatically gives the customer the feeling of being in a quieter city, such as Boston, creating a much more... read more

nomdepluum 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Very good food on a quiet street: Sweet! – Other reviewers are right about the distracted service, but the food was so inventive and tasty, who cares that you have to chase them down for everything? Just get into the habit of doing that and relax with it, okay? The ambience, as mentioned by others, has that rural, 'Vermont' character about it, but frankly I didn't even notice that until I read it here. Somebody took me there, the restaurant was nice (except for actually playing 106.5 Lite FM, commercials and all!) but (here'... read more

jjrrww 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Overrated but Fair – I do enjoy coming here for the fresh lemondade, orange juice and ambiance. The food is average at best, its the location and the ambiance that makes it worth it. For some reason the last two times I've been my food has been cold and my drink without ice! 

looneybin93 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

A Taste of Vermont in NY! – If I were to open a Vermont-style B&B in NYC, this is it! Wood-beamed ceilings, cozy fireplace, and a quiet wood-themed setting makes you feel like you're somewhere in rural New England, having just stepped off the ski-slopes. Yummy comfort food offerings at a very moderate price makes this lovely restaurant the perfect escape from NYC bustle for brunch. 

Paganini 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Queue but no clue – "If the queue is long enough, then it must be good". Having seen the line at FOAF on many occasions, I decided to give it a go - in fact several goes. Sure the decor/atmosphere is good, but I just cannot get over the fact that their food is diabolical. Eggs Benedict is not difficult to cook - but their version is just mindnumbingly bland. The hostess is so obnoxious, its worth a visit just to laugh at her. So why all the people? - maybe they got the wrong addres and should instead be next door.