The Sturgeon King of NYC, serving up legendary smoked fish and acclaimed latkes in a classic Jewish deli setting.
Will Hartman reviews Barney Greengrass, a New York institution on the Upper West Side famed for its "Sturgeon King" title and classic Jewish appetizing fare. Experience the bustling atmosphere and delicious smoked fish.
Step into Barney Greengrass, an Upper West Side institution since 1908, renowned as 'The Sturgeon King'. This classic Jewish deli offers a bustling, authentic New York experience with seasoned servers and a lively atmosphere. While the smoked fish platters are a major draw, don't miss the highly acclaimed latkes, often considered the best in the city. It's a quintessential spot for traditional appetizing fare, though be prepared for potentially brisk service and higher price points.
Barney Greengrass is celebrated for its classic Jewish appetizing fare, with a strong emphasis on a variety of smoked fish, including sturgeon and nova. The latkes are a standout, often described as amazing and a must-try. While many dishes receive high praise, some reviewers note that the bagels themselves are not the primary attraction, and a few have found the prices to be high for the experience.
"The smoked fish platters, including sturgeon and nova, are highly recommended. The latkes are also a must-try, often described as the best in the city. The sturgeon scrambled with eggs and onions is another popular choice."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Barney Greengrass, frequently praising its authentic Jewish deli experience, particularly its smoked fish and latkes. However, some find it to be overpriced and occasionally cite issues with service.
Important Note
Some customers find the prices to be high and have experienced inconsistent service.
"This commenter mentioned Barney Greengrass as a potential place to find the described food, along with other "usuals"."
Positive"This commenter suggested Barney Greengrass as a place to try authentic versions of the food described in the post, advising to ask around for other options."
Positive"Barney Greengrass is noted as one of the commenter's top ten most frequented spots in the area."
Positive"Barney Greengrass is listed as a place to consider."
Neutral"Barney Greengrass was listed as a favorite spot for quick bites on the Upper West Side."
Neutral"This user also recommends Barney Greengrass as a great Jewish deli option."
Positive"This user also strongly agrees with the recommendation for Barney Greengrass as a Jewish deli."
Positive"This user recommends Barney Greengrass as a great Jewish deli option in NYC."
Positive"Barney Greengrass's black and white cookies are considered incredible and the commenter's favorite in the city."
Positive"Barney Greengrass's rainbow cookies are surprisingly good, but also stupidly expensive."
Negative"Barney Greengrass charges $25 for two scrambled eggs and a small amount of sturgeon, but the commenter finds it delicious."
Positive"A user considered recommending Barney Greengrass for UWS brunch but ultimately chose French Roast due to the original poster's preference for outdoor seating and reservations, not due to any issues with Barney Greengrass itself."
Neutral"Barney Greengrass was suggested as an option for Sunday brunch in the Upper West Side."
Positive"Barney Greengrass is recommended as a classic spot for solo dining, particularly at its counter for lunch or brunch, as it is not open for dinner."
Positive"A European tourist found Barney Greengrass's food to be "
Negative"Despite the high cost, the commenter states they would mortgage their house for Barney Greengrass's smoked fish."
Positive"The commenter expresses relief upon hearing about Barney Greengrass's high prices, as they personally experienced significant sticker shock there."
Negative"Barney Greengrass is mentioned as a place to sit down and spend a lot of money for breakfast."
Neutral"The user recommends Barney Greengrass for bagels."
Neutral"This user acknowledged that Barney Greengrass frequently appears on such lists and is good, but believes there are definitely better Jewish-style places."
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