Jack's wife Freda

Jack's Wife Freda

Mediterranean Restaurant, Coffee Shop, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
SoHo, New York
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    The experts at Village Voice and The Wall Street Journal recommend this place
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    Sara F.
    "Rosewater waffle (best waffle I've ever had) and green shakshuka."(34 Tips)
    Eline V.
    "Both the Madame Freda and green shakshuka were delicious."(26 Tips)
    Dan
    "Rosewater waffle is great, and so is the poached eggs dish."(14 Tips)
    Brian
    "Try the green shakshuka, prego roll, and duck bacon!"(15 Tips)
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  • Audrey T.heart icon on user image
    Audrey TolbertJune 18, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    I wanted to make fun of myself for just getting the grapefruit and yogurt with an iced coffee for breakfast, but then I ate the yogurt and realized IT'S THE TRUTH. The biddies are onto something.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkAugust 29, 2014
    In the morning, find Stumptown coffee, homemade croissants and full breakfast plates, including soft-boiled eggs with challah "soldiers" (strips). Read more
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Eater
    EaterOctober 13, 2016
    Morning options here include steak and eggs; green shakshuka with challah toast; and a rosewater waffle topped with Lebanese yogurt, mixed berries, and honey syrup. Read more
  • Lucy Xuheart icon on user image
    Lucy XuNovember 13, 2017
    New York’s finest! Get the soup and the egg brunch dished
    Upvoted Feb 2
  • Megan M.heart icon on user image
    Megan MastersFebruary 24, 2015
    Love the hype and the atmosphere of this place on a cold winter night. Wish I liked the food as much. Spiced cheesecake was a winner. Bloody Mary mussels didn't get finished.
  • Melissa Y.heart icon on user image
    Melissa YuFebruary 19, 2017
    Our server was great. The kebabs and eggplant is a good starter option to share. The Madame Freda was delicious. Don't pass up the Malva Pudding, I'm not one for sweets but this was worth it.
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    JDecember 19, 2015
    Had the Rosewater Waffle, was tasty and fluffy. Poached Eggs with grilled Tomato and Haloumi was yumm! Green Shakshuka was okay I guess.
  • FM I.
    FM IslandgirlOctober 6, 2018
    So charming! Was in search of a light supper and lively atmosphere. Delicious, fresh &clean flavors. The roasted cauliflower and grilled pita was delicious. Friendly, welcoming staff. GOOD VALUE!
  • Jess N.heart icon on user image
    Jess NaldoJuly 18, 2015
    Damn, I am IN LOVE with this place and whoever Jack/Freda is. Chicken kebab & shakshuka make life worth living and the rest of the menu + friendly service is worth coming back for, over & over again.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkApril 11, 2013
    Eat this: matzo ball soup made with duck fat, a skirt steak sandwich served alongside hand-cut fries, & piri-piri-hot-sauce-marinated chicken kebabs, soft-boiled eggs with challah "soldiers" (AM only) Read more
  • Bek R.heart icon on user image
    Bek RyanMay 11, 2017
    Everything is good. The food, the staff, the atmosphere. Wish this place was close by although, it's probably best that it isn't :) Recommend the Mediterranean Breakfast & Matcha Ice Tea (sans milk)
  • Valerie S.heart icon on user image
    Valerie SJuly 17, 2016
    Cute space, and tasty menu items with simple ingredients. Tuna salad is SO flavorful, and light, too (perfect for a hot summer day!). Definitely want to come back and try more brunch items.
  • Joanne R.heart icon on user image
    Joanne ReinardFebruary 4, 2016
    Very nice tiny restaurant in Soho. It's packed around lunch times but tables move quickly so the wait is not that long. Friendly waiters, delicious food & comfy atmosphere! A must <3
  • Samantha S.heart icon on user image
    Samantha SchwartzAugust 12, 2017
    Almost never have a bad bite here. Neighborhood staple with some of the best people watching in Soho. Standouts include the Peri Peri Chicken and the Bloody Mary Mussels!
  • Divya M.
    Divya MenonJuly 9, 2016
    The chicken kebab with the green sauce is great! Get it, it's totally worth it and the waffles & fries tastes really good too. Of Course coffee and noise cancelling headphones!!
  • Jay G.heart icon on user image
    Jay GaoOctober 13, 2016
    Really busy! But that's a good thing! Sure, might not get the best seating due to the busy-ness. But the food makes up for it by far! That mint lemonade is the best!!
  • Reemaheart icon on user image
    ReemaFebruary 19, 2016
    We've waited for 45 min BUT IT WAS WORTH TO WAIT FOR!! Everything was terrific! Poached eggs, green shakshuka were really good. rosewater waffles is another story!! So yumy! Its a must.
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhAugust 18, 2020
    They have a great breakfast selection! Try the madame Freda (pressed sandwich with duck prosciutto, cheddar béchamel, gruyere & a sunny side up egg) or green shakshuka - they use tomatillos!
  • Paige C.heart icon on user image
    Paige COctober 25, 2014
    Delicious meal! Do not miss out on the green shakshuka! Next time I will be getting the matzoh ball soup! Staff was extremely friendly. Lunch time gets very busy but still accommodated us fast!
  • Evan C.heart icon on user image
    Evan ChenAugust 11, 2015
    This place is first come first serve. Always packed but worth the wait! Brunch is great. I recommend order more than one dish to share with your friends. Any of their breakfast items are delicious.
  • Swen G.heart icon on user image
    Swen GrahamJuly 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The chicken kabab with a healthy portion of the hot sauce is the perfect balance of savory, spicy & fresh.
  • No Leftovers J.
    If you're willing to wait for brunch, it's great! Eggs benny, mint tea, sit outside when it's nice. Put your name down at least an hour before you want to eat on the weekends! So photogenic
  • Hectorheart icon on user image
    HectorJuly 11, 2015
    Stumptown coffee with any dish here is delicious. Duck bacon is surprisingly good. Arrive before the brunch rush (around 11) and you'll have a seat.
  • Laylaheart icon on user image
    LaylaOctober 14, 2019
    Lovely little brunch place, loved the rosewater waffles! Make sure to come early— about half hour after opening a cue starts gathering at the door.
  • Summer I.
    Summer IzkovichNovember 13, 2014
    Where you want to nestle yourself on any weekend afternoon with friends. Kale Greek salad is the best in town& the Mediterranean breakfast with two eggs, salad, avocado, and pita always hits the spot.
  • Andreas C.heart icon on user image
    Andreas CohenAugust 29, 2016
    Fabulous place. Love the fusion of Lebanese & American cuisine. For breakfast, start with a bowl of grapefruit, yoghurt, granola, mint & honey
  • Victoria N.
    One of my neighborhood favorites. The trick is to get there early enough so that you don't have an hour wait. Really cute, cozy feel. This place has so much character. Awesome for breakfast and lunch.
  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonJuly 12, 2015
    For a light and satisfying lunch go for the greek salad with chicken and make sure to get some of their specialty hot sauce on the side
  • Abbie W.heart icon on user image
    Abbie WAugust 8, 2014
    R29: Kale Greek salad is the best in town, Mediterranean breakfast with two eggs, salad, avocado, and pita always hits the spot, Cantaloupe mimosa is a pretty damn awesome way to start your day.
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceMay 3, 2013
    Zucchini fries, done right, can be even better than their potato counterparts. Here, it's a perfect crunch on the outer shell and zucchini that practically melts in your mouth. Chase with cold beer.
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupSeptember 21, 2012
    We love coming to this effortlessly cute spot for a romantic brunch. Definitely try the Prego Roll, the Rosewater Waffle or the Green Shakshuka and a Sweetened Iced Green Tea.
  • M. B.
    M. B.April 21, 2018
    Middle eastern twist. Good for breakfast. Poached eggs with halloumi, rose water waffle were good
  • Kasia P.
    Kasia PlebanApril 26, 2016
    Great sandwiches! I had one around 4pm, mine was with aubergine, my husband took one with steak - both were delicious! We had salad and kale as sides which were great too!
  • Kelsey
    KelseyOctober 16, 2014
    I came for dinner and ordered the Madame Freda. It was good and I would recommend trying if you like duck. Overall though, the restaurant is a bit over rated. Go to Osteria Morini next door.
  • 🏇 Lulu 🏇 ..
    🏇 Lulu 🏇 .May 26, 2019
    Maya’s breakfast bowl blew my mind, and their green shakshuka is amazing, their Mediterranean breakfast is great. The place is oozing flavor with every dish 👌🏽😍
  • Rachel L.
    Rachel LandeOctober 18, 2013
    Love! Delicious and affordable. Bootsie Collins to drink. Salt & Pepper Eggplant and grilled haloumi to start. Peri peri chicken is so tasty. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
  • James R.heart icon on user image
    James ReggioMay 3, 2017
    I love everything about this place. The food is incredible, and even though the place is trendy enough to expect attitude from the staff, they're all exceptionally kind and attentive.
  • The Wall Street Journal
    A must-try on the menu, according to co-owner Dean Jankelowitz, is Freda's matzo ball soup. "Matzo ball transcends anything," he said. "It's a New York dish." Read more
  • Jeremy J.
    Jeremy JacobowitzOctober 18, 2014
    One of the best brunch spots you can find! The Madame Freda was unreal! Great Bloody Mary too! Expect a long wait though!
  • Christina N.
    Christina NawabiMay 18, 2015
    The Green Shakshuka is delicious! Heads up, around lunchtime it gets crowded and the space is quite small, so plan on waiting 30 mins. Also won't seat you until entire party is there.
  • Bayan B.heart icon on user image
    Bayan BamukhayyarNovember 26, 2016
    Love the feel of this place, gets crowded on weekends so prepare for a 40 min wait approx. Menu items are simple and light with a delicious middle eastern flavour.
  • Ruby A.heart icon on user image
    Ruby AnayaApril 9, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Jack's Breakfast is my favorite brunch in Manhattan. Get it with a cantaloupe mimosa and everything will be alright.
  • Julie S.
    Julie SosciaJanuary 27, 2019
    Be prepared to wait if going for a weekend brunch, especially with bigger groups. This place is very "in" right now and filled with trendy folks looking for a good avocado toast.
  • Julie S.
    Julie SosciaAugust 1, 2018
    Be prepared to wait if going for a weekend brunch, especially with bigger groups. This place is very "in" right now and filled with trendy folks looking for a good avocado toast.
  • Julie S.
    Julie SosciaJuly 17, 2018
    Be prepared to wait if going for a weekend brunch, especially with bigger groups. This place is very "in" right now and filled with trendy folks looking for a good avocado toast.
  • Olga K.heart icon on user image
    Olga K.December 8, 2017
    Pashot eggs were astonishing and so was my capuchino. I will return for the friendly bartender and music in the cafe.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchNovember 17, 2015
    The Bitches say: A. Go for the flavorful ethnic menu offerings in this popular neighborhood joint. We recommend going during the week right as it opens to avoid an epic wait time. Read more
  • Bin Y.heart icon on user image
    Bin YangOctober 27, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Cute little place in soho! Really good food and friendly service. Get the prego roll, that's some good steak in there. Save some space for desserts too - I really like the fruit crisp!
  • Sandra R.heart icon on user image
    Sandra RubinchikNovember 16, 2014
    I know breakfast and brunch are really hyped up, but dinner here is just as delicious. Sadly, they don't take reservations—if you're a small group, be prepared to sit at a long family style table.
  • Amy C.heart icon on user image
    Amy ChenMarch 6, 2016
    Accompanied with a glass of stumptown coffee anything on the menu is great for a brunch with friends. Cozy atmosphere.
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