This is deservedly one of the hottest restaurants in nyc. A fish and seafood menu that is creative and comforting. One of the tastiest pieces of halibut I've ever eaten. Pristine oysters. A loaf of brioche with butter than you cannot pass up. And an orgasmic chocolate mousse with hazelnuts for dessert. I snagged a solo seat walking in at 515 pm. Sitting at the long counter and watching the bustle as the food is prepared and served is part of the charm. Our server couldn't have been better. She was spot on with her recommendations. Oh and if you like a Martini try the Penny Martini. Delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristjan
I was told nobody ever regrets getting the whole lobster. They were correct, it was incredibly satisfying.
Penny is a great spot for some of good wine and tasty seafood bites. Given the long narrow space, everyone has a great view of the goings-on in the kitchen. I would suggest 2-3 very hungry guests to tackle the entire menu.
As with Claud downstairs, Penny has an impressive wine selection. Shout out to Justin for the great recommendation and hospitality.
Pricy food for pretty mid taste and the service was pretty bad too. $36 for six slices of red snappers that were very thin and tasted bad and it was my birthday but there was only a happy birthday from the host. Shocking for a restaurant with such hype and price
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Debbiebag
If you can get a reservation and you enjoy seafood then you are definitely going to enjoy Penny! Every dish is expertly prepared and beautifully presented. The shrimp cocktail was succulent and so delicious. Tuna carpaccio, tender with subtle marinade, the Halibut with spinach just melted in your mouth... I could go on all day! A very knowledgeable sommelier is on hand if you want pairing reccomendations, and every member of the team were approachable professionals. Amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jfbnyla
What an excellent evening we had here. Food is absolutely outstanding and fresh. Claud's sister restaurant is totally worth a visit, but a reservation is a must.
It's all counter seating. So it was great for 2, I would have had a hard time conversing if we were 3 or 4.
Highly recommend the ice cream sandwich at the end.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bic Gohill
Thank you for the best meal of my life!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kayleigh Meumann
Lovely staff, great wines and fun bar seating! Amazing quality and skill and great chocolate mousse. Only thing I’d say is not the most co-ordinated menu, not sure if it was supposed to be Mediterranean or Japanese or a fusion deal
Kelli Durkin
Atmosphere is super fun and service great - perfect spot for a seafood lover - great 🦪 oysters and raw bar selection! Bread 🍞 was my favorite - superb wine 🍷 selection. I had to book on Dorsia to get in last minute 🦪🍤 All counter seating - great for two people
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stuart Meltzer
I cannot comprehend why anyone would not give this place 5 stars. This was an exceptional experience. Every dish was outstanding and super creative. Service was friendly and dialed in. Atmosphere and lighting were perfect. Best swordfish dish I’ve ever had and the bonito dish was 🤯. Tip of the cap 🎩, cannot wait to come back
Rachel White
We’ve been longtime fans of Claud, so naturally we had to try Penny—and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. This is hands down the best seafood I’ve had in NYC.
The absolute must-order is the Ice Box (you have to, have to get it). It’s this jewel box of raw seafood that sets the tone for the whole meal. From there, we went all in: Sesame Brioche + Butter, Kinmedai + Plum, Mackerel + Marinated Beans, Snapper + Melon, Clams + Smoked Potatoes, and the grand finale—1.5 lb Maine Lobster.
Everything was insane in the best way, but a few standouts: the mackerel with beans (so unexpected and so good), the clams with smoked potatoes (genius combo), and that lobster—honestly the best I’ve had in my entire life.
Bonus: the wine selection is fabulous, and they make a mean, super unique martini that I’m still thinking about.
Also, shoutout to Adelaide, our server. If you’re lucky enough to land her, you’re welcome. She crushes every recommendation—just trust whatever she tells you to order.
We’re already planning our next trip back to Penny. It’s an absolute gem and cannot be missed.
I don’t care what the naysayers have to write about this place or the bread it’s all great. The staff was very friendly so if they treated you poorly it’s probably because you’re an insufferable person and they’re just trying to do their job, shoutout to Gemma! Fav dishes were the carpaccio, clams in broth & of course the brioche(people that don’t like it just don’t like happiness). I’d maybe pass on the ice box next time just because the other more creative dishes were so good we wanted to try more stuff. Def will come back when I have the $$$
Catalina Ruiz Arias
Best seafood in the city ❤️, perfect for a date night!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Squid
Kevin Y
Food is good but a bit overhyped and prices a bit steep.
-Ice Box. Shrimp was the highlight. Just get the shrimp cocktail instead. -Spring Macedoine. Solid. -Stuffed Squid. Nothing special really. Squid was tender but the tuna filling was overwhelmed by the harissa. -Confit Oyster. Really good. -Scallop + Morel. Just fine. Nothing special. Morels didn't shine through. -Ice Cream Sandwich. Fine to order. -Chocolate Mousse. Good for a chocolate enjoyer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Curtis Traveling
New take on French brasserie fare—casual and well-priced.
This is deservedly one of the hottest restaurants in nyc. A fish and seafood menu that is creative and comforting. One of the tastiest pieces of halibut I've ever eaten. Pristine oysters. A loaf of brioche with butter than you cannot pass up. And an orgasmic chocolate mousse with hazelnuts for dessert. I snagged a solo seat walking in at 515 pm. Sitting at the long counter and watching the bustle as the food is prepared and served is part of the charm. Our server couldn't have been better. She was spot on with her recommendations. Oh and if you like a Martini try the Penny Martini. Delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was told nobody ever regrets getting the whole lobster. They were correct, it was incredibly satisfying.
Penny is a great spot for some of good wine and tasty seafood bites. Given the long narrow space, everyone has a great view of the goings-on in the kitchen. I would suggest 2-3 very hungry guests to tackle the entire menu.
As with Claud downstairs, Penny has an impressive wine selection. Shout out to Justin for the great recommendation and hospitality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Squid, Ice Cream Sandwich, Shrimp Cocktail, Grilled Lobster with Herbs
Pricy food for pretty mid taste and the service was pretty bad too. $36 for six slices of red snappers that were very thin and tasted bad and it was my birthday but there was only a happy birthday from the host. Shocking for a restaurant with such hype and price
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
If you can get a reservation and you enjoy seafood then you are definitely going to enjoy Penny! Every dish is expertly prepared and beautifully presented. The shrimp cocktail was succulent and so delicious. Tuna carpaccio, tender with subtle marinade, the Halibut with spinach just melted in your mouth... I could go on all day! A very knowledgeable sommelier is on hand if you want pairing reccomendations, and every member of the team were approachable professionals. Amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What an excellent evening we had here. Food is absolutely outstanding and fresh. Claud's sister restaurant is totally worth a visit, but a reservation is a must.
It's all counter seating. So it was great for 2, I would have had a hard time conversing if we were 3 or 4.
Highly recommend the ice cream sandwich at the end.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thank you for the best meal of my life!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely staff, great wines and fun bar seating! Amazing quality and skill and great chocolate mousse. Only thing I’d say is not the most co-ordinated menu, not sure if it was supposed to be Mediterranean or Japanese or a fusion deal
Atmosphere is super fun and service great - perfect spot for a seafood lover - great 🦪 oysters and raw bar selection!
Bread 🍞 was my favorite - superb wine 🍷 selection.
I had to book on Dorsia to get in last minute 🦪🍤
All counter seating - great for two people
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I cannot comprehend why anyone would not give this place 5 stars. This was an exceptional experience. Every dish was outstanding and super creative. Service was friendly and dialed in. Atmosphere and lighting were perfect. Best swordfish dish I’ve ever had and the bonito dish was 🤯. Tip of the cap 🎩, cannot wait to come back
We’ve been longtime fans of Claud, so naturally we had to try Penny—and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. This is hands down the best seafood I’ve had in NYC.
The absolute must-order is the Ice Box (you have to, have to get it). It’s this jewel box of raw seafood that sets the tone for the whole meal. From there, we went all in: Sesame Brioche + Butter, Kinmedai + Plum, Mackerel + Marinated Beans, Snapper + Melon, Clams + Smoked Potatoes, and the grand finale—1.5 lb Maine Lobster.
Everything was insane in the best way, but a few standouts: the mackerel with beans (so unexpected and so good), the clams with smoked potatoes (genius combo), and that lobster—honestly the best I’ve had in my entire life.
Bonus: the wine selection is fabulous, and they make a mean, super unique martini that I’m still thinking about.
Also, shoutout to Adelaide, our server. If you’re lucky enough to land her, you’re welcome. She crushes every recommendation—just trust whatever she tells you to order.
We’re already planning our next trip back to Penny. It’s an absolute gem and cannot be missed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Ice box + main lobster = the perfect meal ❤️
I don’t care what the naysayers have to write about this place or the bread it’s all great. The staff was very friendly so if they treated you poorly it’s probably because you’re an insufferable person and they’re just trying to do their job, shoutout to Gemma! Fav dishes were the carpaccio, clams in broth & of course the brioche(people that don’t like it just don’t like happiness). I’d maybe pass on the ice box next time just because the other more creative dishes were so good we wanted to try more stuff. Def will come back when I have the $$$
Best seafood in the city ❤️, perfect for a date night!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Squid
Food is good but a bit overhyped and prices a bit steep.
-Ice Box. Shrimp was the highlight. Just get the shrimp cocktail instead.
-Spring Macedoine. Solid.
-Stuffed Squid. Nothing special really. Squid was tender but the tuna filling was overwhelmed by the harissa.
-Confit Oyster. Really good.
-Scallop + Morel. Just fine. Nothing special. Morels didn't shine through.
-Ice Cream Sandwich. Fine to order.
-Chocolate Mousse. Good for a chocolate enjoyer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
New take on French brasserie fare—casual and well-priced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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