Stop by Fanelli for a cool drink in this historic building. Amazing vibe. Loved it. Beautiful part of the city. Beautiful buildings. Amazing shopping. We only had drinks - didn’t try the food as we had reservations elsewhere).
I've been visiting Fanelli Cafe every time I'm in New York. The place hasn't changed over the last 30 years and probably won't for the next 100 and that is a good thing, believe me. I like the beer selection and the menu has a lot to offer. I really like dropping by in the middle of the afternoon for a late lunch. Long live Fanelli Cafe !!
Fanelli's is a classic stop when shopping in SoHo. It's a no-fuss, no-frills pub type spot and the food is delicious, and the prices/portions are awesome. The service is sometimes slow but the vibe and space makes up for it. It's a busy bar, at the same time as it's a restaurant, so sometimes 1...
Delicious French toast at breakfast today!
Fun little place. We only had drinks and a quick bite here. Enjoyed the location and experience but not rushing back. The croque Monsieur was just OK.
Solid Spot. Great little bar with quality bar food. I tried their Bison burger, not great but decent. Everything during my first visit to Fanelli's was solid - the service, the atmosphere, learning about the restaurant's history, and cold beverages.
The burger was good: beer choice awesome.
Fanelli cafe has been in New York since 1849! We were in NYC over the weekend. We visited Fanelli cafe for dessert . Loved this place! We had expresso and cappuccinos. Their gilato and cheesecake were fantastic! Lilly was our server and she did an awesome job! We will be back again! Ciao!
Great food and atmosphere. I sat outside under the heat lamps. Sometimes there is a little wait to get a seat when it’s busy. I will go again.
Very good place, but it was a little difficult to get a seat and to find the host. We enjoyed fish and chips and the french fries are really fresh and delicious and we tried the meatballs which were quite good at the ricotta and the soup was definitely delicious and homemade. We didn’t try the drinks but the food was pretty good and the atmosphere was very busy and exciting.
Iconic bar. The drinks are mediocre and it’s always crowded, but the atmosphere is brilliant. The crowd is always diverse and there’s interesting people to chat with every night. The bartenders are great and, management is thoughtful, and there’s usually always at least a little room for a couple friends to meet and grab a beer. I’ve been coming here nearly weekly for a while and i don’t see myself stopping anytime soon.
Mary Dani and the barback Adiàn are great. Its a landmark and a busy place!
Very nice place. Went here for breakfast. Ordered the omelette, around $16. Get to choose 3 options to put in it and side of fries. I got bacon, ham, and cheddar. Very well cooked and a lot of the toppings were on it. Service was quick and food came out quick too. Very friendly and nice. Would go back again and definitely worth the price.
We stumbled across this place whole shopping in Soho. Staff were great both friendly and efficient particularly the front of house lady. Service was good. I was recommended the Chilli soup. It was delicious!
We has an outside table/booth with heater. It was perfect for watching the world go by while enjoying our lunch.
I wouldn't hesitate to go back.
Fanelli Cafe IS New York City. The walls, the century-old wood, and even the sidewalk on that iconic Soho corner drip, ooze with coolness. Decades of accumulated style, drama, and creative artistic talent and originality coalesce here every day. There isn’t a better spot to meet friends and lovers, old and new, for a burger and a beer that might turn into hours’ worth.
My longtime favorite for an after work drink. Friendly service. Excellent beer selection. No fine dining but a number of healthy (and less healthy) bar snacks which are always tasty. Unique atmosphere and acceptable noise levels that make conversation possible.
This iconic cafe located in the heart of Soho is a perfect spot to grab a quick bite or pint and take a break from shopping. I love love love their onion rings. This things slap and are big. The burger is good too. If it’s a nice day out, be sure to grab a table outside for some great people watching. You might even spot a celeb!
Fanelli cafe is a staple. I’m a born and raised New Yorker and have worked in the area as well as spent a lot of my youth in SoHo. Fanelli cafe is iconic and their bar food is great. The wings are crazy, the burger is straight to the point & exactly what you’d want from a bar burger and the staff is ILL. I came a lot during the pandemic and they were always in a chipper mood and happy to have us. I feel comfortable here, it feels familiar to a native New Yorker and one of the last places of its kind. Not sure why I’ve NEVER written a review for them before, but I’m going tomorrow with the homies and I figured why not! Go here for that classic NYC American bar experience.
If you’re looking for some old New York nostalgia, search no further. This place is it! I was lucky enough to have lunch here with a local friend who said the decor and menu hasn’t really changed too much since they opened and that’s why people keep coming back.
I had the fish and chips which was phenomenal. They don’t shy away from a decent portion either ;)
Service was friendly and prompt too!
Only reason this is 4 stars is because of the age of the establishment. We found it charming, but it might not be the decor/atmosphere for everyone because it’s not super new or updated. With that said, we found the experience to be wonderful. It’s a bustling spot in the heart of SoHo with a terrifically friendly and efficient staff. It was a perfect spot for a quick lunch between shopping and museum stops. The food was hot and delicious, clearly prepared to order. It seemed to be patronized by locals and neighborhood types which speaks well of a restaurant in an area with as many restaurants as SoHo.
An amazing place in the heart of tourist driven Soho that still has the feeling of a local watering hole. Tons of “Old New York” character. During one of New York’s hardest times they remained open and helped many who stayed in The city stay sane.
Wonderful food, kind staff, a definite recommend for both people in the neighborhood looking for a great watering hole and tourists looking to experience what makes people love New York City!
Turns out they have a clock dating back to 1847, pretty cool. We only had beers so I can’t speak for the rest but the ambiance was nice and we (2) were able to sit inside on a weekday after work hours (5ish pm) quite easily.
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