Step into Barney Greengrass, the beloved Upper West Side deli since 1908, where huge smoked fish platters, cash-only vibes, and a retro feel transport you back in time.
"Shaped a little like pickled cow tongues, but with a light, fluffy interior. The flavor was oniony and a touch sweet, with a noticeable herbal kick." - Nick Mancall-Bitel
"Light, fluffy interior with an oniony and sweet flavor and a noticeable herbal kick." - Nick Mancall-Bitel
"There are technically better bagels in New York City, but in terms of all-around experience, Barney Greengrass is hard to beat. This deli and appetizing store that’s been open for over 100 years now has a small dining room with vinyl seating and historical murals on the walls. Bring your visitors here for bagels, sturgeon, latkes, and eggs with a side of lox before an afternoon at the Natural History Museum." - bryan kim, willa moore, neha talreja, hannah albertine, will hartman
"It’s not often that we recognize a restaurant’s claim to royalty. But Barney Greengrass calls themselves the Sturgeon King, and we’re happy to pledge allegiance. When you go to this Upper West Side restaurant, get as many varieties of smoked fish as you can fit on your table, and plenty of bagels and bialys to eat them with. It's cash-only and feels like a window into the Mrs. Maisel Universe—there’s no elbow room, the servers will give you the same schtick every time you’re there, and you’ll leave with a bellyful of whitefish, sable, and latkes. Grab a babka on your way out the door. " - molly fitzpatrick, willa moore, will hartman, sonal shah, neha talreja
"A historic Upper West Side establishment offering bagels, schmears, and a variety of smoked fish. Cash only."
