541 Amsterdam Ave, new york
American (new), Brunch, Delis, Seafood Restaurant, Lunch, Bagels, Breakfast
Details verified more than six months ago
Closed now
$$$
Barney Greengrass is a century-old establishment, opened in 1908, is famous for smoked fish dishes, delis, bagels, and other specialty food. People travel to this place from all over the world just to taste the food. It has been featured in numerous travel/eating shows and movies. People called the owner “The Sturgeon King” and this title still holds. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. They offer high-quality food at reasonable prices. They once famously shipped an order of smoked fish to President Roosevelt
Bring cash with you; they don't take credit cards.
- The most famous items from the menu are sturgeon scrambled eggs, bagel with lox, potato latkes, and cheese blintzes.
- Expect a long line on weekends since the restaurant is famous.
- There is also a grocery store under the same roof; people can buy chopped liver and other stuff to take home.
- Local Favorite
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Dine In
- Seafood
- Salad
- Cocktails
- Take Outs
- Smoked Fish
No Special Occasion Reservation available!
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Friday 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Saturday 8:30 am-5:00 pm
- Sunday 8:30 am-5:00 pm