Last Updated: 2 months ago
Phone: (212) 420-0012
Address: 191 CHRYSTIE STREET 10002
Rustic American hidden gem in a charming alleyway, known for its exceptional duck and lamb dishes, though some recent feedback notes a decline in quality.
Nestled at the end of a historic alley, this eatery is a hidden gem offering rustic American cuisine with a charming, old-New York vibe. Praised for its exceptionally good food, particularly the duck and lamb dishes, it's also noted for its truly amazing side dishes like roasted carrots and broccolini. It's considered a trendy, casual spot with an Instagrammable facade, making it a popular choice for those seeking a unique dining experience.
This restaurant offers rustic American cuisine with a focus on well-executed main courses and sides. Specific recommendations include the Duck Confet, Grilled Lamb Chop, Roasted Carrots, and Broccolini. While many find the food exceptionally good, a few recent reviews caution that it has become 'terrible and expensive.'
"Highly recommended dishes include the Duck Confet, Grilled Lamb Chop, Roasted Carrots, and Broccolini, praised for their exceptional quality."
Customers generally have positive experiences, praising the rustic American cuisine, charming atmosphere, and suitability for private events. However, some recent feedback suggests a decline in quality and value, with one user calling it 'terrible and expensive.'
Important Note
Some recent reviews suggest the restaurant has become expensive and 'terrible.' One user advises potential diners to try it solo before committing to it for a large event, calling it a potential 'tourist trap.'
"Freemans in the LES is a rustic, hidden gem with good value and generous portions. It offers private dining options like the Wine Room or Blue Room and was recommended for its suitability for groups."
Positive"Freemans is recommended as a brunch spot in the Lower East Side (LES)."
Neutral"Freeman's was recommended as a brunch spot option, fitting the original post's desire for good food and a nice scene."
Positive"The user strongly advises against recommending Freemans, suggesting the original poster try the place before making a decision."
Negative"The user warns that Freemans is a tourist trap and advises dining there solo before committing to it for a large event."
Negative"The original poster, after considering Freemans for their event, felt it 'would have been great'. Despite this positive view, it was not chosen due to a lack of outdoor space and unavailability for their date."
Positive"The commenter shared their positive experience hosting an event in the wine room at Freemans. They noted that while it lacks a view, it met other criteria relevant to the original poster's search for a birthday venue."
Positive"tuesmoon disagrees with the negative assessment of Freemans, stating they had 2 great meals there recently."
Positive"Henrygrins expresses pity upon hearing Freemans is now terrible, noting they used to be great in the 00s."
Neutral"Maximum_Biscotti recommends avoiding Freemans, calling it actually terrible and expensive."
Negative"Had a positive experience at Freeman's for a 50th birthday celebration and mentions a reasonable food/beverage minimum for private rooms."
Positive"Recommends Freeman's for a private dining experience, especially noting their 12-person private dining room."
Positive"Believes Freemans is the restaurant they were looking for. Mentions that the lasagna is no longer on the menu."
Positive"Suggests Freemans as a possibility for the first restaurant."
Neutral"The restaurant owner finds the process with CB2 unnecessarily difficult and doesn't understand the purpose of the extensive review."
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