The Frying Pan - NYC
The Frying Pan - NYC
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A seasonal floating bar and restaurant in operation from April through October (weather permitting).
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Neighbourhood: Chelsea
Home to hundreds of art galleries, beautiful brownstones, and one of New York’s newest and most popular attractions, Chelsea is one of the city’s jewels when it comes to neighbourhood life. The contemporary art scene is an integral part of the neighbourhood’s identity, with gallery openings almost every night of the week and countless exhibits to explore. As a longtime hub of gay culture in New York City, it’s also a diverse district with a vibrant nightlife scene. The opening of the High Line, an abandoned elevated train track transformed into a world-class pedestrian park, gave this neighbourhood new life as a tourist destination. The High Line provides visitors with a tranquil, elevated space with incomparable views, providing an unparalleled way to experience the city.
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- 34th St – Hudson Yards • 10 min walk
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OliwaVasicek
London, UK577 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Why? Why not! Bit of a tourist trap but well worth a visit on a hot summer afternoon. Great location, super relaxed. Decent food and drink selection.
Written 25 November 2022
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Rosalie-rj
Amsterdam, The Netherlands13 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Loving the atmosphere there, the food is absolutely amazing and the drinks are priced super reasonable. I love spending my summer days/nights there with family & friends. Best of both worlds on the water but not stuck whenever you want to get off.
Definitely recommend it and worth a visit.
Definitely recommend it and worth a visit.
Written 30 December 2019
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lydiar770
Bronx, NY78 contributions
Sept 2019 • Friends
This was my first time in this restaurant with friends. It’s like a ship by the water really nice. They were celebrating Octoberfest so they had a band who was playing old great music. The people were dancing, you have to place food order by bar and wait for the food. Then you can sit and eat or drink while you listen to the band playing. You can sit on the side of the ship or go up to the top. Views are great I took lots of pictures, this is a nice place to go with friends or family.
Written 27 September 2019
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Emily K
Milford, MA68 contributions
Aug 2019
The food here is counter service and outdoor seating, but so delicious. Cocktails were also really unique and well-made. It is basically a restaurant on a floating barge. I believe there is a small sit-down restaurant available as well. Beautiful spot to have some food and drink while watching the sunset.
Written 8 August 2019
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Francisca
New York City, NY85 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We went there on Saturday late afternoon, the wait line was long to get in however, we didn’t wait terribly long. The place was packed, we could hardly move.
If you could find the table to sit or even a place to stand and enjoy the view, I would recommend this place. It’s perfect for Summer, enjoying the sun, breeze and the view.
If you could find the table to sit or even a place to stand and enjoy the view, I would recommend this place. It’s perfect for Summer, enjoying the sun, breeze and the view.
Written 24 June 2019
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Kim D
Melsbroek, Belgium191 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
Very nice snacks (lobster rolls!!) and wine, great to sit on the deck and enjoy the scenery on the water, weather permitting. We spent hours in the sun here!
Written 22 June 2019
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david p
New York City, NY101 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
I work across the street from the frying pan and it is such a delight. My coworkers and I come here frequently when the weather is nice and this is what the summer is all about. Excellent views of the New Jersey skyline and of the west side of New York. Very popular among young adults and the food is good too. I would recommend the lobster roll or the pork tacos, they are delicious. You will be a happy camper coming here grabbing a beer and hanging on a boat on a nice day.
Written 1 November 2018
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JKWilson195
Monroe, NJ373 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
Our family recently had lunch at the Frying Pan. The view is spectacular and the atmosphere is fun. But the food is just so-so. I did like the fact that it has a German menu. The Jaeger schnitzel was quite good. But the roasted chicken was immediately forgettable and I heard from another family member that the burger tasted frozen. I will say that the German beer was very good. It's a nice place, but the food needs work.
Written 5 October 2018
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Ilneonoto
Belfast, UK136 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
Visited on a sunny afternoon and enjoyed the drinks, views and atmosphere. Recomended if in the area.
Written 9 September 2018
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NUTN2000
Staten Island, New York453 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
I have been here twice and both times were great.
Relaxed,hang out spot on the water. If the weather is nice as it was for us that is a definite bonus. Great atmosphere.
Food is good as well.
If you have 2 hours and want to have a drink or something to nibble on, recommended.
21+ and they I.D.
Relaxed,hang out spot on the water. If the weather is nice as it was for us that is a definite bonus. Great atmosphere.
Food is good as well.
If you have 2 hours and want to have a drink or something to nibble on, recommended.
21+ and they I.D.
Written 27 August 2018
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britgirlabroad2018
United Kingdom168 contributions
Do they allow an 8 year old on board? Thanks
Lina M
10 contributions
They most likely would. I’m 16 and they just gave me a bracelet to show I’m under 21. There were a few kids on scooters when I walked out as well.
Chuck_Garnet
Lindsay35 contributions
Do they take reservations ? There will be 10 of us.
Michael Y
New York City, NY147 contributions
Entry to the ship is free... its just a matter of finding seating for those 10 people you're bringing... and depending on the day and time it's not too hard to do that.
For reservations you need 25 or more.
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