The Frying Pan - NYC
The Frying Pan - NYC
4.5
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A seasonal floating bar and restaurant in operation from April through October (weather permitting).
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Neighborhood: 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 neighborhood life. The contemporary art scene is an integral part of the neighborhood’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 neighborhood 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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lydiar770
Bronx, NY78 contributions
Sep 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 September 27, 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 June 22, 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 November 1, 2018
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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 June 24, 2019
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Tina G
Morganton, NC136 contributions
Aug 2017
My son & daughter-in-law took me there cause they had been and told me I would love it. They were right. So original and good place to drink relax and look out over the water.
Written June 18, 2018
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Jen C
28 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Loved this place, visited around 4pm and managed to get a table next to the water. It was a beautiful day and we had a bucket of Corona. What’s not to like?
Written June 6, 2018
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David J. T
New Milford, NJ156 contributions
Jun 2017
Here with coworkers in the summer. Drinks are okay. 5 Corona bucket for $35. But worth it with a group of people . This place is only open from Spring to Fall. Views are very nice
Written December 28, 2017
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sereseresere123
Genoa, Italy59 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
I spent a Saturday night at the frying pan and I recommend it to both tourists and newyorkers. The view is very nice and the athmosphere is cool. There're 2 parts: the pier which is big and perfect for a drink and some bites, even though during the weekends is a little bit too crowd and noisy, and the boat in which you can have a quieter dinner. Don't expect anything fancy: the boat is informal but that was the reason why we chose it. The drinks were good and the food tasty and we really enjoyed having dinner watching the sunset on the Hudson.
Written August 24, 2017
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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 December 30, 2019
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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 August 27, 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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