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Friedman'sB
35 West End Ave, New York, NY 10023
· Gluten-free restaurant, American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant
· Upper West Side
Neighborhood-friendly spot with a rare dual menu (American comfort plus Chinese dishes) and strong gluten-free options; value is decent, but execution can be inconsistent.
The verdict
Friedman's delivers reliable neighborhood dining through solid food quality and attentive service, making it competitive with respected local favorites. However, inconsistent execution on soups and fried items prevents a higher grade, and the functional but unremarkable setting lacks destination appeal. Its strength lies in serving families and gluten-free diners with genuine care and menu breadth.
One caveat: Bland chicken soup and occasional under-seasoned noodle bowls reported by multiple diners
What to order
- Reuben/Pastrami sandwich
- Soup dumplings (XLB)
- Chicken noodle soup
What diners say
- Allergy-friendly staff who double-check ingredients
- Lemon ricotta pancakes and generous portions
- Soup dumplings and Chinese sides from the merged kitchen
Opening Hours
Monday09:00–21:00
Tuesday09:00–21:00
Wednesday09:00–21:00
Thursday09:00–21:00
Friday09:00–21:00
Saturday09:00–21:00
Sunday09:00–21:00
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