This is the go-to brunch spot for me and my choir mates after service. The food is always fresh and delicious, the waitresses are wonderful and will help with menu selections and the atmosphere is just homey and cozy.Vegetarian options: Not a big vegetarian menu but one of my Choir mates who is vegetarian manages to find something to eat off of the menu.
Stephan is a very considerate bartender. Tended to our needs very well and had GREAT cocktail recommendations. Haven’t had service like this in a very long time. Happy to see that restaurants still care about their customers. Will come back just for him. If I could leave 10 stars I would. Good job guys :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich, French Fries
SARA GONZALEZ
What a BRUNCH! super recommended. the french toast are a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Zohab Khan
I recently visited Ferns and had a great experience. The staff was wonderful and the atmosphere was calming due to the dim lighting and nearby vegetation. During the party time, there was a great selection of live music which I found very impressive. Overall, I would say that my experience was outstandingly exquisite.??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wilson Portorreal
Ambiance is great, the people that work there are great and the Ferns cheeseburger is amazing! Would recommend for sure. The espresso martini and the Quintana margarita are also my favorites drinks here.The manager, Tyler, and the bartender, Sam were also Amazing! 10/10I always have a great experience when I’m here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsie Saavedra
Great service, food, & ambiance ☺️. Sam and Tyler are amazinggggg ?
Aditya Baser
The painkiller at ferns reminds me of the virgin islands! Favorite drink. However, it is only available during brunch. Service at the place was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Medelene Tran
Love the brunch here, we came 2x to celebrate some special occasions. Monica, our server, was fantastic and she even remembered small details about our preferences a month after we came. I would say though, their best brunch item is the fried chicken sandwich and the french toast. And their fries are banging.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Andrea Abou-Nasr
We made a reservation for a late dinner after work, made our way there in freezing temperatures, and then when we got there were ignored for 10 minutes at the door. When someone came I gave them my name and they didn’t have a table for us and went to talk to what I’m assuming was the manager. When they came back they said the kitchen was closed. It was so frustrating and they really didn’t care at all about how inconvenient and unprofessional the whole situation was. I wish they would have contacted me through Resy or something if they were planning on closing before my reservation time. Definitely not going back
Roger Allen
Ferns is hands down our favorite brunch spot in NYC. Such warm, delightful and charming decor, and the service is always prompt, friendly, and efficient. They have one of the best Bloody Mary's in the city and their fried chicken biscuit has become the standard by which all other chicken sandwiches are measured anywhere else we go. We haven't been disappointed by anything we've tried, including the avocado toast with salmon or the Little Gems salad with shrimp. We never leave without having one of their doughnuts of the day, which are always airy and fresh. I'm sure dinner is fantastic too, but if you haven't been for brunch then make sure you put it on the top of your list. It seems you can often walk in, but we usually make a reservation because there have been a few times when they were all booked up, which should not be any surprise at all.
Absolutely amazing brunch experience! Great food, good atmosphere, and friendly staff - what more can you ask for. When my friend and I arrived, it is worth noting that our table was not ready yet, even after our reservation time has passed. But staff were so apologetic and polite, and even accommodated us with a donut on the house. And through out the brunch, our waitress was so lovely and friendly. And really made for a great experience overall.On top of having great staff, the food was astounding. We got the Matcha White Chocolate donut, which was delicious and tasted so fresh. My friend and I also got the Scrambled Egg Bowl and Fried Chicken Biscuits with a side of tater tots to share. Everything was so good - the chicken was perfectly fried and goes well with the flakey biscuits and sauce. And while scrambled eggs at other places tend to be on the blander side, the scrambled eggs at Ferns was flavorful in its own right without overpowering the toppings. And of course the tater tots were freshly fried and just so yummy. And to top it all off, the restaurant space had such a cute, eclectic aesthetic and is just lush with greenery. I especially enjoyed the dog themed bathroom (trust me...worth a visit haha). All in all, Ferns is a new favorite brunch spot for me in NY. Will definitely come back again, and not just for brunch!
Dina B.
Cool atmosphere. Nice staff. Decent food. Some vegetarian options (could use more,) the buffalo cauliflower is actually great. Local musician Wyndham Baird performs here pretty regularly. Go for that reason and you won’t be disappointed. Great live music in the EV is a dying breed. Whatever the reason, Ferns works.Vegetarian options: Could use more options. The Caesar salad has Way too much cheese.
Dana M.
Great place, great service, cute theme. Very small so I could imagine this place gets crowded fast. We came at 11am and had a res but probably wouldn't need a res before 1pm. Everything is dog themed and in the bathroom they have a ton of dog photos and art work. Very cute.We got the egg biscuit and fried chicken biscuit. Egg biscuit is exactly how it sounds, just eggs on a biscuit and we added avocado. Fried chicken biscuit came with a bunch of sauces which were really great. I preferred the fried chicken because there was more going on. Both were great but felt the biscuits needed to be warmed / warmer. I'd like to try their donuts here and other foods.
Lakshmi L.
5/5 for the service alone. While everything else tied for top score, why am I screaming about the service? Because right from the moment we entered the place to our exit out of there, we were met with super friendly staff, who went out of their way to make us feel welcomed. Not like the city has ever not been welcoming but New York doesn't really have time for pleasantries of this level. They have a bar menu that is old school done well and a bar tender who will take good care of you, the drinks are delicious (get the Ardbeg and bacon), I will most definitely come back for the specialty shots . You will spend a good amount of time choosing between two mains from the menu because everything looks great. We went with the shrimp burger, fried chicken sandwich and the French toast. The shrimp burger was a gamble worth taking on because it was amazing, the fried chicken sandwich was great too. The French toast can be ordered for the table, unless you have a sweet tooth and can handle the whole shebang all by yourself. It comes loaded with whipped mascarpone which is the greatest thing to put on French toast after maple syrup. I simply cannot go back to eating French toast without a big dollop of it. The decor is cozy and on point for this time of the year. This is exactly the sort of restaurant/bar you want to come to see your friends/tinder date or heck just by yourself. New York takes pride in its brunch culture, a Sunday ritual that is revered by those hungover from the previous night and those who like to spend hours gabbing and gorging. Ferns is a standout brunch option, I recommend you check out for your Sunday brunch ritual.
Mike T.
We came here for brunch Sunday morning. With a reservation we were seated promptly. We were seated outside but thankfully it was covered and they had heaters so as it rained we were comfortable. We decided on a basket of fries for the table to share. My daughter also ordered a doughnut. I got the fried chicken biscuit, with a fried egg. The chicken was crunchy outside and moist inside. The biscuit was light and airy with a fillo dough type crunch. The egg yolk added a nice rich creamy sauce. That went well with the sauce on the bottom of the plate. I should have ordered the side salad to cut the richness of the salad. The fries, while good, didn't give the need break of the sandwich. My wife ordered the avocado toast with a friend egg. She was happy with her meal. My daughter had the shrimp burger. It was good the cabbage really added texture and another layer of flavor. The doughnut was really good. It was definitely homemade and it was a perfect shareable size.
This is the go-to brunch spot for me and my choir mates after service. The food is always fresh and delicious, the waitresses are wonderful and will help with menu selections and the atmosphere is just homey and cozy.Vegetarian options: Not a big vegetarian menu but one of my Choir mates who is vegetarian manages to find something to eat off of the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scrambled Egg Bowl, Fried Chicken Sandwich, French Fries, Hamburger, Shrimp Burger
Stephan is a very considerate bartender. Tended to our needs very well and had GREAT cocktail recommendations. Haven’t had service like this in a very long time. Happy to see that restaurants still care about their customers. Will come back just for him. If I could leave 10 stars I would. Good job guys :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich, French Fries
What a BRUNCH! super recommended. the french toast are a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
I recently visited Ferns and had a great experience. The staff was wonderful and the atmosphere was calming due to the dim lighting and nearby vegetation. During the party time, there was a great selection of live music which I found very impressive. Overall, I would say that my experience was outstandingly exquisite.??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ambiance is great, the people that work there are great and the Ferns cheeseburger is amazing! Would recommend for sure. The espresso martini and the Quintana margarita are also my favorites drinks here.The manager, Tyler, and the bartender, Sam were also Amazing! 10/10I always have a great experience when I’m here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service, food, & ambiance ☺️. Sam and Tyler are amazinggggg ?
The painkiller at ferns reminds me of the virgin islands! Favorite drink. However, it is only available during brunch. Service at the place was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the brunch here, we came 2x to celebrate some special occasions. Monica, our server, was fantastic and she even remembered small details about our preferences a month after we came. I would say though, their best brunch item is the fried chicken sandwich and the french toast. And their fries are banging.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
We made a reservation for a late dinner after work, made our way there in freezing temperatures, and then when we got there were ignored for 10 minutes at the door. When someone came I gave them my name and they didn’t have a table for us and went to talk to what I’m assuming was the manager. When they came back they said the kitchen was closed. It was so frustrating and they really didn’t care at all about how inconvenient and unprofessional the whole situation was. I wish they would have contacted me through Resy or something if they were planning on closing before my reservation time. Definitely not going back
Ferns is hands down our favorite brunch spot in NYC. Such warm, delightful and charming decor, and the service is always prompt, friendly, and efficient. They have one of the best Bloody Mary's in the city and their fried chicken biscuit has become the standard by which all other chicken sandwiches are measured anywhere else we go. We haven't been disappointed by anything we've tried, including the avocado toast with salmon or the Little Gems salad with shrimp. We never leave without having one of their doughnuts of the day, which are always airy and fresh. I'm sure dinner is fantastic too, but if you haven't been for brunch then make sure you put it on the top of your list. It seems you can often walk in, but we usually make a reservation because there have been a few times when they were all booked up, which should not be any surprise at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Absolutely amazing brunch experience! Great food, good atmosphere, and friendly staff - what more can you ask for. When my friend and I arrived, it is worth noting that our table was not ready yet, even after our reservation time has passed. But staff were so apologetic and polite, and even accommodated us with a donut on the house. And through out the brunch, our waitress was so lovely and friendly. And really made for a great experience overall.On top of having great staff, the food was astounding. We got the Matcha White Chocolate donut, which was delicious and tasted so fresh. My friend and I also got the Scrambled Egg Bowl and Fried Chicken Biscuits with a side of tater tots to share. Everything was so good - the chicken was perfectly fried and goes well with the flakey biscuits and sauce. And while scrambled eggs at other places tend to be on the blander side, the scrambled eggs at Ferns was flavorful in its own right without overpowering the toppings. And of course the tater tots were freshly fried and just so yummy. And to top it all off, the restaurant space had such a cute, eclectic aesthetic and is just lush with greenery. I especially enjoyed the dog themed bathroom (trust me...worth a visit haha). All in all, Ferns is a new favorite brunch spot for me in NY. Will definitely come back again, and not just for brunch!
Cool atmosphere. Nice staff. Decent food. Some vegetarian options (could use more,) the buffalo cauliflower is actually great. Local musician Wyndham Baird performs here pretty regularly. Go for that reason and you won’t be disappointed. Great live music in the EV is a dying breed. Whatever the reason, Ferns works.Vegetarian options: Could use more options. The Caesar salad has Way too much cheese.
Great place, great service, cute theme. Very small so I could imagine this place gets crowded fast. We came at 11am and had a res but probably wouldn't need a res before 1pm. Everything is dog themed and in the bathroom they have a ton of dog photos and art work. Very cute.We got the egg biscuit and fried chicken biscuit. Egg biscuit is exactly how it sounds, just eggs on a biscuit and we added avocado. Fried chicken biscuit came with a bunch of sauces which were really great. I preferred the fried chicken because there was more going on. Both were great but felt the biscuits needed to be warmed / warmer. I'd like to try their donuts here and other foods.
5/5 for the service alone. While everything else tied for top score, why am I screaming about the service? Because right from the moment we entered the place to our exit out of there, we were met with super friendly staff, who went out of their way to make us feel welcomed. Not like the city has ever not been welcoming but New York doesn't really have time for pleasantries of this level. They have a bar menu that is old school done well and a bar tender who will take good care of you, the drinks are delicious (get the Ardbeg and bacon), I will most definitely come back for the specialty shots . You will spend a good amount of time choosing between two mains from the menu because everything looks great. We went with the shrimp burger, fried chicken sandwich and the French toast. The shrimp burger was a gamble worth taking on because it was amazing, the fried chicken sandwich was great too. The French toast can be ordered for the table, unless you have a sweet tooth and can handle the whole shebang all by yourself. It comes loaded with whipped mascarpone which is the greatest thing to put on French toast after maple syrup. I simply cannot go back to eating French toast without a big dollop of it. The decor is cozy and on point for this time of the year. This is exactly the sort of restaurant/bar you want to come to see your friends/tinder date or heck just by yourself. New York takes pride in its brunch culture, a Sunday ritual that is revered by those hungover from the previous night and those who like to spend hours gabbing and gorging. Ferns is a standout brunch option, I recommend you check out for your Sunday brunch ritual.
We came here for brunch Sunday morning. With a reservation we were seated promptly. We were seated outside but thankfully it was covered and they had heaters so as it rained we were comfortable. We decided on a basket of fries for the table to share. My daughter also ordered a doughnut. I got the fried chicken biscuit, with a fried egg. The chicken was crunchy outside and moist inside. The biscuit was light and airy with a fillo dough type crunch. The egg yolk added a nice rich creamy sauce. That went well with the sauce on the bottom of the plate. I should have ordered the side salad to cut the richness of the salad. The fries, while good, didn't give the need break of the sandwich. My wife ordered the avocado toast with a friend egg. She was happy with her meal. My daughter had the shrimp burger. It was good the cabbage really added texture and another layer of flavor. The doughnut was really good. It was definitely homemade and it was a perfect shareable size.