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Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Fred's at Barneys New York is a modern day bistro. The brainchild of Fred Pressman, son of Barneys New York founder Barney Pressman, Fred's has something on the menu for everyone. We offer only the best ingredients and use local farm healthy foods. Whether it's lobster bisque, robiola with truffle oil pizza, fresh pastas, Baltimore crab cakes or the nationally famous Mark's Madison Avenue salad, our guest’s appetite for taste and luxury are always satisfied. Located on the ninth floor of our Madison Avenue store, Fred’s is open for lunch and dinner, and brunch on weekends.
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186 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 186 reviews
5 stars
(45)
4 stars
(86)
3 stars
(38)
2 stars
(11)
1 star
(6)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for lunch(105)
- hot spot(63)
- neighborhood gem(49)
- fit for foodies(47)
- great for brunch(42)
- good for groups(34)
Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue Reviews List
Review 1 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fred's is always a treat for lunch. Not only is it great people watching but the food is terrific. Love those salads and the fish preparations are always just right. Service is professional and friendly."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
enjoyable brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"wonderful food and atmosphere. the service was good, considering the fact that it was really busy / crowded. the food was excellent, as always."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always forget how good the food is at Fred's until we make a return visit.
Assume Mr. Lee is planning a renovation, as the space is in dire need of a lift.
Staff is always welcoming.....a leisurely delicious dinner."
Assume Mr. Lee is planning a renovation, as the space is in dire need of a lift.
Staff is always welcoming.....a leisurely delicious dinner."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was actually better this day than others and I am a regular. A bit disappointed. We were there early for lunch around 11:45 and it wasn't busy but the waiter wasn't attentive initially until we said something. Our guest were going to the theater. Once he knew he was accommodating."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious, great spot for lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always good food, interesting but easy menu, great coffee (although iced drinks are too small), love the scene at lunch"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 6 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We eat there a couple times of year. We were on time, before the surge of people and we got shoved into a corner when there were plenty of tables available. Being next to the waiters station was not a highlight."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 7 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fred's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I arrived on time for my reservation but was not allowed to be seated without my entire party being present. I think that if you make a reservation for a table you should be given your table when you arrive at the designated time and not have to wait outside until the remainder of your party arrives."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just Average
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First, I realized that the hostess will make you wait or will always tell you that
they have 45 minutes waiting time, even when the restaurant has plenty
of tables available.
I made a reservation today, and noticed that they keep telling you to wait for a long
time, and tables were available during the hour and a half that I was there.
Complete lack of management.
We had to request the bread while they were talking.
I had the soup of the day (cawliflower) and it was ok
As a main course I ordered the chicken milanese, just average and my friend
ordered the Madison salad also just average.
We order Tiramisu which did not have mascarpone at all, only cream cheese
with coffee, really horrible. Cookie plate, lame and into a deli side."
they have 45 minutes waiting time, even when the restaurant has plenty
of tables available.
I made a reservation today, and noticed that they keep telling you to wait for a long
time, and tables were available during the hour and a half that I was there.
Complete lack of management.
We had to request the bread while they were talking.
I had the soup of the day (cawliflower) and it was ok
As a main course I ordered the chicken milanese, just average and my friend
ordered the Madison salad also just average.
We order Tiramisu which did not have mascarpone at all, only cream cheese
with coffee, really horrible. Cookie plate, lame and into a deli side."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 9 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not good anymore
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was always my favorite lunch spot. I always ordered the same chicken sale which used to be delicious. This time it just missed. No Bibb Lettuce, the wrong dressing and no flavor. So sad."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
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Review 10 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always look forward to Freds
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I always look forward to Freds when I visit NY."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lose the hostess
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If the self-important, rude, not very competent hostess doesn't kill your appetite (and mood), Fred's is a consistently good lunch choice."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 12 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We idled and sat for n2 hours
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We idled and sat for n2 hours and never felt like our table was taking too long--we were."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 13 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THe Best Sunday Brunch in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"THe Best Sunday Brunch in the City. SErvice a bit slow."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Its all about the "scene".
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Its all about the "scene". But you do get good food along with the show. Great Bloody Marys."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The space is pretty, the food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The space is pretty, the food is good and so is the service. But come for the show as it's always well worth wait."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice place, good service,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice place, good service, good food, nice people around."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I had not been to Fred's for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had not been to Fred's for lunch in a long time. I usually stop by if I am in Barneys after work and stop by Freds after the dinner hour so did not realize even though we had a reservation it took a while to be seated but the overall experience was ok."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The hostess at lunch, Nicki,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The hostess at lunch, Nicki, was terrific, and went out of her way to accommodate our table request."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
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Review 19 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Fred's has consistently poor
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fred's has consistently poor service/attitude. The people who greet you are clearly not pleased that you are there. They treat you terribly. The waiters are the same. The food was good but not good enough to overcome the very bad attitude of the hostess and the servers. Management needs to fix this. It really ruins the experience."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
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Review 20 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Welcome to the Neighborhood!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Quite the scene - ladies who lunch mixed with business people - impatient shoppers trying to get a table without a reservation and corporate types. Great looking crowds, efficient service - quite a scene. We've just relicated our offices a block away and will be back frequently!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Like a mini-vacation.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fred's is a lovely, relaxing, luxurious spot for lunch, and a quiet place for dinner. Most of the patrons at dinner seem to be from the area hotels, but it still has a very New York feel to it. The food is delicious. It's great for people with special dietary requirements -- vegetarians, gluten free, or modern kosher -- as the menu is quite varied. There were service glitches on my most recent visit (appetizer that came after the food, wine had to be asked for twice, burned fries delivered to table), but I've been there plenty and never had this experience before so I'm going to assume it was just an off night. Dining at Fred's is like a mini-vacation. It's too expensive for every day, but if I could eat there every day I would."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Will be back with the same
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Will be back with the same Group in two weeks.
It is our Meeting place."
It is our Meeting place."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 23 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bus stop or restaurant?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Table was not ready when we arrived on time. Was "directed" by militant hostess to "wait out on the bench". Is this a bus stop or a restaurant? Get rid of the obnoxious hostess! If I wasn't on a date (and she really wanted to have lunch at Barney's" I would have told the hostess to get lost, and gone somewhere else for lunch. Unfortunately she must be a fixture there as my friend said "she's always like that."
Waited 15 mins for table. Really? You can't keep a reservation? Don't take them if you're not going to keep them."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2008
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Review 24 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Many people having a lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Many people having a lunch break, Very popular place"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 25 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hostesses shouldn't give attititude
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was recommended this restaurant by friends in London. Definitely go to get a feel of the "shopping scene set". Good food and wine. Was a little disappointed with the arrival experience. I booked a table for 1300, arrived ten minutes earlier and was told "it will be closer to 1300". I came back to the lady at 1300 and the "lady" got a bit snippy telling me that "they were still seating people who booked at 1245". It would have been better if she told me that upfront and not go into a "finger pointing" dialogue. Seeing I was on holidays and would have waited anyway. She clearly needs some problem resolution training. Otherwise a good experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Madison Avenue salad is always
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Madison Avenue salad is always excellent and the people watching is an amusing bonus."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 27 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Inside department store, must
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Inside department store, must book, wait lists
For drop ins"
For drop ins"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
So glad you asked! I've dined
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So glad you asked! I've dined at Fred's many times. It's a scene. If I am midtown, it's a go-to, but I would never choose it for an intimate meal. Made my reservation through Open Table about a week in advance. My out of town friend arrived first, I arrived shortly after and checked in. I was told to wait in the lobby until my name was called. Ten minutes later a name was called and a couple stood up and went into the dining room. My friend said, "that was your name." I assumed that the couple had the same name and approached the hostess saying, "I have a common last name, was that my name that was called?" Turns out the guy's name was nothing like mine. He was seated closer to the hostess and took my table."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 29 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had read all the reviews
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had read all the reviews of Fred's and was especially worried about the service issues. My daughter and I went there for dinner with a 6:30 reservation. We had a WONDERFUL time. We were seated on time, the service was excellent, and the food was fantastic. I had the ravioli and she had chicken soup. We split the cold seafood appetizer. We had a thoroughly enjoyable experience and will go back for sure next time we are in New York."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
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Review 30 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is a dependable eatery
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a dependable eatery with a very accomodating staff and the food is very good. Beware that they do not have a childrens menu per se - they say they can do childrens items but when we ordered "chicken fingers and fries" the portion was huge and it was $18. So if you bring kids that won't eat anything else, be prepared to split that! Since many times you would be there with children, it would be helpful if they did have a couple of items just for kids. Good place for lunch with a friend while shopping."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
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Review 31 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Open Table is the way to go!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So glad we booked through Open Table. A member of our party was a few minutes late and they would not allow us to sit down and I thought the special table I had booked would be gone but I'm sure because we booked through you they held the spot.
Thank you!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was OK but I would not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was OK but I would not go back. There so many other places I would rather go."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 33 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A solid standard on the UES.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A solid standard on the UES. Never had a bad meal there."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My daughter and I love the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My daughter and I love the casual, relaxed atmosphere of Fred's. We have eaten there often and will return."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food is good, selection is
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food is good, selection is good, service was adequate. Very convenient neighborhood dining. Fun to be in Barney's after hours."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2010
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Review 36 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
it's just a super place for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"it's just a super place for lunch with a girlfriend, and then a round of shopping."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2009
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 37 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great lunch spot on the upper
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great lunch spot on the upper est side"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2006
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 38 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
No complaints
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Friendly staff. A reasonable wait (15 mins post reservation) for the table. Large food/salad portions."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2000
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 39 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We have eaten here a few times
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have eaten here a few times and this last experience was not anywhere as good as the other times. They forgot to give us rolls after we asked for them so we had to ask again. The chicken ceasar salad was somewhat limp and not as good as usual. The crabcake was only warm. The service left alot to be desired."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2010
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Review 40 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My friend and I each ordered
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My friend and I each ordered a salad to start, followed by fish dishes. The salad was larger than average so, of course, it took us longer to eat. The waiter didn't bother to time the order and obviously put both courses in together. Consequently, when the fish arrived at
our table, it was almost room temperature. Since the waiter didn't come back to check how everything was, I just let it go (and didn't
eat much). All this with an empty restaurant, so the waiter really had no excuse to be invisible."
our table, it was almost room temperature. Since the waiter didn't come back to check how everything was, I just let it go (and didn't
eat much). All this with an empty restaurant, so the waiter really had no excuse to be invisible."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2008
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Review 41 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love Fred's and go for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love Fred's and go for lunch whenever we can"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 42 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my favorite places
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my favorite places for a burger and fries!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It is all about the people
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is all about the people watching, and the french fries!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2005
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 44 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Great food, clueless hostess
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My girlfriend and I wanted to have a nice lunch after shopping in midtown. The hostess was absolutely terrible. Asked to be moved away from window (drafty) - totally empty dining room. The second table was not in a good spot, but didn't want to complain. She then seated a party of 3 wannabe hipsters in the booth on top of us (they were super loud and obnoxious). We ended up leaving before ordering. Horrendous experience - the food is great (eat here all the time) but for a $50 lunch, I expect a pleasant experience from beginning to end."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2003
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Review 45 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the convenience of location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the convenience of location of restaurant.
Always a pleasant and delicious evening!
Am a long time diner there..."
Always a pleasant and delicious evening!
Am a long time diner there..."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It is what it is....
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall the restaurant is ok. It's a place just to people watch & be seen. Nothing really special about it. The Hostess when you enter was kind of rude (even though I had a reservation). I dont think they have their customer service together overall for it to be such a fancy restuarant."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 47 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Please read before booking Fred's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great, but the condescending, rude, inattentive and poorly trained wait staff were so bad that they took away from any positive that might've come from the evening. The manager was contacted and made aware of the numerous issues the party experienced. We will not return to Fred's again nor do we recommend this place to anyone. There are other places that you can find phenomenal food in the City where you will actually be treated with the most basic amount of decency. Fred's would do well to remember that business is business no matter how young or old the client is, and every patron should be treated with the same amount of respect.
I encourage everyone to stay away from Fred's. They have some serious issues to resolve."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
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Review 48 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Arrogant front desk
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Made a 1:45 PM reservation for lunch Tuesday - requested a table against the outside Madison Avenue wall per usual. The hostess refused to give us a table as requested (said it had been requested by someone else) and put us behind the hostess station surrounded by babies and prams and two feet from the servers' station. She made no apologies and even as other tables opened up, she refused to set them up for us. While the food is heavenly, the management of patrons clearly has no regard for neighbors and regulars who dress well, behave well and order generously (wine, etc.). High margin, neighborhood customers deserve respect, but apparently that's not a priority here. Love the food, hate the attitude!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great. Eclectic menu,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always great. Eclectic menu, great service, fun scene."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for Fred's at Barneys New York - Madison Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Some confusion over our fairly
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Some confusion over our fairly simple order aside, I feel compelled to say that the bagels are not worthy of a New York establishment. Please consider a new source! Those tasted like Lenders."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2007
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