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Freemans
Located in Lower East Side of Manhattan Freemans offers a rugged and clandestine respite in a Colonial American Tavern setting. The cuisine is early American: simple, rustic and inspired by Old World traditions. Freemans is well known for beautiful artisanal cocktails and warm service.
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68 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 68 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(39)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(42)
- good for groups(35)
- great for brunch(29)
- fit for foodies(26)
- hot spot(26)
- great for lunch(16)
Freemans Reviews List
Review 1 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Dinner for 6
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Freeman's to celebrate our daughter's graduation from Parsons. She had been here before and it was her choice. We covered an age range from 22 to 88 and everyone loved it. The grilled trout was a standout, and the dark chocolate cinnamon ice cream was our favorite dessert."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun for out-of-towners!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Freeman's location down an alley feels very "New York." once there the atmosphere is great and the food good."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Birthday Disaster
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I b'ked a table for 6 for a bday party. We were seated rt away, but our server was persona non grata. It took 30 min b4 we ordered the 1st round of drinks & we couldn't find her for a 2nd. The food took so long that we had to get up & ask around for it & my schnitzel came out burned black. Our server didn't come back to chk on us until the meal was over, then w/coat & purse in hand told us that she was l'ving for the night & someone else would be over. No one came, only to have the same server rtn a HALF HOUR later & drop the check w/o asking if we wanted dessert. When I asked to speak w/ a mgr, I was directed to another server. So insulting. Everyone left sober, miserable, disgusted by over-paying, & too tired to continue the party."
Dined on 3/14/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic
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Review 4 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cozy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The alley approach to cozy Freemans is just as charming, if a bit more gritty. The intimate first floor setting is more fun and festive than the more spacious upstairs space, more appropriate for larger parties like ours--8 for Mother's Day, all bedecked with taxidermy and antlers, well worn wood floors and tables, and The service was casual and efficient; the food was good, but nothing special. Go there for the ambience."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Nice location, but food is so so
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice old building. Food is so so. Not special."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fabulous brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brunch is my favourite meal and Freemans was recommended to us for exactly this reason - it did not disappoint. The table shared the artichoke dip, a must have. Other highlights were the skillet eggs (enjoyed by 3 of our party) and the buttermilk pancakes. Service was friendly but unobtrusive and the ambience very chilled which is what you want on a Saturday morning. I would highly recommend Freemans to friends and will definitely be back. A word of warning - not the cheapest brunch in NYC!"
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I hadn't been here in a few
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I hadn't been here in a few years when a colleague recommended it for a lunch meeting. A great reminder! It was great to introduce it to others in our party as well. The lunch menu is very similar to dinner, just a bit lighter portion wise. I had the soup of the day and the frisee salad and we all enjoyed sharing the warm artichoke dip. Our server was on point and although one of the wines we ordered was out, she quickly made a recommendation for another that was similar. I'm definitely adding this back to the rotation of regular spots for lunch meetings. looking forward to trying more specials!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 8 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love this place. It's very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love this place. It's very quaint and the food is good and service is great. Love its "hidden" location."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great dining experience in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great dining experience in the wine room. Perfect little room for small gatherings. The food was simple and well prepared but if you are expecting anything extra ordinary or fancy this is not the place for that. What it does offer on the flip side is cool, quirky ambiance and good service."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2002
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Review 10 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really liked the entree.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really liked the entree. The sandwiche was great!!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 11 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Freemans is one of the most
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Freemans is one of the most charming places in the Lower East Side. The vibe is great and so is the food. It's always packed, so make sure to make a reservation with enough time. The menu includes creative salads, amazing crab and artichoke dip, and solid entrees. Don't miss the sticky toffee cake!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 12 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 15 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Surprisingly good food from
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Surprisingly good food from apps to desserts. Ordered the artichoke's dip, duck special (meat melts in your mouth, skin was crispy, perfection), and the toffee cake. All very good. Seating is a bit tight to expect to hear your neighbors conversations very clearly. The bar in the bar room looked happening, so I might try to dine at the bar next time."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 16 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The place is really nice.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The place is really nice. The table was upstairs where the ambience is really quiet and we appreciated that. The food was good, nothing special but good. The problem was our waiter. We had to wait for 15 minutes to have our coffees and half an hour to give him our order. We asked him to stop so many times and he kept saying "I'm coming" but he never did. We could see him taking orders in any other table but ours. We were sitting close to the kitchen so he was walking in front of us all the time but he didn't look at us once. Then we spoke with the manager asking for another waiter. She was really nice and the new waitress too. Unfortunately for them, NY is full of good places where to have brunch and I won't choose this one anymore."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2012
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Review 17 for Freemans
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great cocktails, very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great cocktails, very good food (especially for the prices), and cool, eclectic atmosphere...one of my favorite restaurants in Manhattan, by far."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Freemans
Based on the average of (51) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
17 out of 17 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic