Fanelli Café
American Restaurant, Pub, and Comfort Food Restaurant$$$$
SoHo, New York
"Amazing burgers (i loved the bison burger) and for cheap."(13 Tips)
"My very Best Burger in NYC with excellent French fries on the side!"(5 Tips)
"Pumpkin ravioli is great for lunch time"(3 Tips)
"One of the best burgers in town and by far the best veggie burger"(8 Tips)
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Noel BrodaJune 13, 2016I was in NYC for only 2 weeks. I was looking for something but I didn't know what "thing" until know this bar. Really nice experiences. Go alone, sit in the corner and wait for the magic
JeffAugust 5, 2017I had the burger with bacon, was fantastic. Fun crowd, good mix of locals and tourists. Had bottled beer, and it was nice and cold! The bartenders are great, good service. I will be back for sure!!!!
Get the chicken club (ask for spicy mustard on the side) and a cup of their coffee to offset food coma. It will set your afternoon on the perfect trajectory.
Amy ChenJuly 1, 2015I got the bison burger. The atmosphere of fanelli is comfortable and casual. Great for a date. The burger was juicy and I asked for medium rare. Also, great service.
Eric FriedmanJanuary 10, 2015In the mood for a great tuna melt in soho? This old school dive bar has a great lunch menu and authentic atmosphere.
Aron CohenJuly 31, 2015hard to decide which burger to recommend more... the bison or the beef? both were rich and delicious. recommend getting salads as a side, not fries. the salad is just great.- DoubleDeuceOctober 15, 2018A warm woods, old-style, basic kind of spot that seems out of place in the nabe. Hit & miss on the staff being perfectly business minded versus being a local pub spending time chatting up the patrons.
If you eat here, the burgers are unbeatable, my favorite is the bison burger. Medium, no cheese, sweet potato fries and a glass of wine. If you're alone sit at the bar and meet the local crowd.
Chad S.December 22, 2012I would agree that the bloody mary's are good here but to claim this place has the best burger in nyc is way off!! The food is good and the bartenders was attentive. 3 stars of 5 for total experience.
Buford BarnesMay 17, 2012Built 1857. Saloon since 1867. Fanelli Cafe Established 1922 and continuously operated. Old-fashioned pub fare, such as meatloaf sandwiches, paired with beer and liquor.
Grab a seat at the bar. Get Johnny to make you a Bloody Mary and grab some chicken wings. Then sit and chat to the other people next to you. Great conversations!
Surface MagazineFebruary 17, 2016From its wood paneling to its red and white checked tablecloth, it's an old-school pub that opened in 1847 and constitutes perhaps the only authentic remaining part of SoHo. Read more
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantJanuary 25, 2015Really chill bar. Food is not great but it's the kind of place where regulars are plentiful and bartenders are friendly. Will def come back.
CRUZiiiEJanuary 24, 2017Looking for a hearty bowl of soup? This is the perfect old-world style place to do so. Gets busy at lunch, even @ the bar!
One of my favorite burgers in NYC. Nothing special, just damn good
Bohdan HnatkovskyyMarch 13, 2019Nice and lovely place to have a brunch. Good for outdoor seating and Croque Monsieur.
Leo KimMay 23, 2014I asked the waitress "bison burger or shepherd's pie?" and she said "bison burger."
TK 🍦🍷May 31, 2013This is my favorite neighborhood bar that's not in my neighborhood. Everyone's friendly--bartender, waiters, patrons. Great for mid-afternoon imbibing!
James HogertyAugust 26, 2016Laid back, down to earth, semi-intimate. Awesome spot to grab lunch at a cool spot while avoiding the crowd.
Great burgers in a more than 100-year-old bar. Friendly service.
BlackBook MagazineNovember 27, 2012Good for you for choosing the downtown location of Bloomingdale's. You've probably gotten some great gifts for your loved ones, so give yourself the gift of a well-poured draft or a tasty cocktail. Read more
Michael SpinelliApril 27, 2019Bustling place. Great, grumpy ace bartender who won’t let you down unless you deserve it. Reliable burgers.
Krystal PlomatosJanuary 4, 2013The Wings are the crispiest I've had in a while, the sauce is simple and good, although I wish the wings came tossed in sauce instead of dunk-em-yourself.
Cindy D.August 27, 2013Great Garden Salad: greens, cukes, feta, egg, olives, tomato, scallions, and super yummy house dressing. Killer!
Laurent NuyenMay 4, 2013Love that old pub with vintage boxing posters on the wall / for lunch, Happy hour and or break in a shopping day- Solène MaîtreNovember 5, 2014Get a beef burger and French fries. And seat at the bar for old stories from true New yorkers. I love this place.
The $6 Paulaner gets you 0.5l of sweet wheaty citrus niceness.
LucieferNovember 9, 2014Beef burger and fries were tasty but the bun was soggy. Also offer bison burger. Great place to grab a drink.
Nigel PepperJanuary 31, 2012I bloomin love this place. The cosy atmosphere and amaaaaazing burgers mean it's an every-NY-trip event. See you in 2 weeks Fanelli Cafe!
Andrew ChoiDecember 4, 2014Solid burger in SoHo! Avoid the tourist lunch hours and go with a friend on a weeknight.
Cozy, somewhat dive-y spot that's perfect for a bowl of clam chowder on a rainy day.
Ricki LeeSeptember 23, 2012An awesome place. Great selection of beers and the foods great. Go sit at the bar!
Great place to go for lunch bar tenders are awesome! Good beer at good price!
Design HotelsJuly 27, 2010Warm atmosphere definitely good for a lunch on a rainy day, always busy and not always only packed with tourists. Besides the famous burgers the salads are small but good too.
The mussels mediterranean style are delicious!! Served over rice, so it can be your entree.
Wings were tasty but you should ask them to actually put the sauce on BEFORE they bring them to the table.
ChrisJune 12, 2013As a burger fan who has frequented many burger spots, I'm well-qualified to say Fanelli's falls way below expectations. Some claim "Best burger in NYC"? The burger isn't even average! Forgettable.
Aiza BMarch 14, 2012Try the Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich - Great sized portion and such a tasty sandwich - the smoked Gouda makes it!!!
MtoMAugust 19, 2013Eww, bartender just told a Spanish tourist (in perfect spanish) that the custom is to tip 20%. She did it nicely but still... Shitty.
Matthew BreuerFebruary 2, 2019The kind of place that’s only still around b/c of location and misplaced charm
Philip NowakNovember 9, 2012To keep drink and food prices low, no hostess. Waitresses do everything including cleaning tables, so be patient.
Edward FabilaJanuary 31, 2015If the bartender says they're out of Bulleit, order a Makers Mark....neat.
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(212) 226-9412
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