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Back Forty

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American Restaurant$$$$

Alphabet City, New York

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Back Forty

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7th.ListJuly 7, 2012
Crab boils take place every Tuesday night. They dump a mountain of spiced crabs onto newspaper wrapped tables with side dishes. Wash it down with pitchers of beer. Summer fruit cobblers for dessert. Read more
Caitlin StrandbergJanuary 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
For brunch - always try the donut. Enjoy indie-rock from ~2009 and thank yourself for indulging in a great music vintage. Mid-afternoon, grab a cocktail at the bar and take it to the garden out back.
AskMenJune 11, 2012
Head over to the garden at Back Forty to get boiled, hit with hammers, torn to bits and snacked on along with corn bread, fresh corn, boiled new potatoes, string beans and fruit cobblers Read more
Eliza KNovember 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The entrees can sometimes be pricey (around $24 for fish), but they are plate-licking good. Go to favs are the burger ($12), specialty cocktails, and freshly made donuts. Definitely get the donuts.
Village VoiceJune 3, 2013
Local, sustainable, and meaty. The Sunday pig roast is the star and has become someone of a legendary dish here, but excellent food comes out of this kitchen all week long.
Serious EatsMarch 4, 2013
Entrees can be pricey and miss the mark, but small plates here are always a hit, and half price drinks during happy hour make it an ideal spot for dinner at the bar.
Village VoiceMay 31, 2012
Nothing says summer like a good, ol' fashioned crab bake. Feast on Back Forty's Chesapeake Crab Boil every Tuesday night starting on June 5th. Make sure to reserve in advance on their website!
The Corcoran GroupJuly 30, 2011
Don’t miss the weekly Crab Boil Games every Tuesday night - an entire evening to cracking, licking and sucking the delicious flavors out of Blue Claw Crabs.
Lawrence LenihanApril 22, 2012
Been twice to prince at location. . Really great. Not a place to start your diet. Amazing smoked bits, brisket sandwich, burger. Braxilian fish stew is crazy good. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
L. Curry AycockMay 25, 2013
Bring good company. make sure its a sunny day. Sit outside. Chicken and waffles. Burger. Donuts. All is the bomb!!!! Excellent chill Saturday brunch spot. Easily a fav.
Jeremy JacobowitzOctober 23, 2014
Really interesting cocktail menu! Had their burger with cheddar and a fried egg! Really delicious. Also don't pass up the quinoa cauliflower dish!
Serious EatsApril 19, 2013
The grass-fed burger on an Orwasher potato roll with heritage bacon and Cabot cheddar is a winner for chef Eduard Frauneder.
Desirée MacDonaldAugust 17, 2014
Everything is amazing but my favorite meal ever is the ratatouille – an understated but incredible dish! Also, be sure to get the donuts for dessert, they're delicious.
Red FabbriMarch 12, 2013
A meat-and-starch lover's heaven. Local butchery, farm-style sides, and great cocktails. Rich and delicious and boozy, from brunch to late-night burgers.
PureWowJuly 30, 2014
A $50 ticket = a pile of spiced blue crabs, corn on the cob, new potatoes, string beans and corn bread, plus fruit cobbler for dessert. Read more
Nicolette RomeroNovember 6, 2014
The brick chicken here is a winner. Very tender and juicy - a must try! End your meal with the pumpkin cheesecake. Both were incredible!
Becca McArthurSeptember 26, 2014
Try the grits with maple chipotle butter. Perfect balance of sweet & savory, so no need to deliberate over pancakes vs. eggs!
Neha JambhekarSeptember 29, 2013
One of the best brunches I've been to in the city and very affordable! Try the baked egg and polenta. Definitely going back.
David BanAugust 19, 2014
Great happy hour deals on their understated cocktails. Snag a couple seats at the communal tables in the bar area.
DensJanuary 28, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Every wonder about the name? In the 1800s, a "quarter-section" farmer would own two "front 40s" & two "back 40s" of land (as in "40 acres" x 4 = 160 acres/farmer x 4 farmers = 640 acres = 1sq mile)
AskMenJune 7, 2010
On June 15, $42 scores spiced blue crabs, sides like buttery taters, beans, corn, & seasonal fruit cobbler. Beer isn’t included but towels are, so grab one & get in there before tickets sell out. Read more
Katie FlynnJanuary 5, 2012
Start with a Back Forty to drink. Get the brussels sprouts, peel & eat shrimp, and the pork chop. Drink a Lagunitas Wilco Tango Foxtrot with the meal.
Stephanie Paige MillerMarch 16, 2013
Victory Brawmeister Pils (if on draft) or Buffalo Trace bourbon plus a medium rare burg w the works. Sit at bar. Best. Good jams.
Talisa ChangMay 26, 2012
The burger is just OK. The fried poached egg sandwich is unusual and tasty, and the cookies are really good, as is the house loaf.
John ThrasherJuly 3, 2014
Dinner menu is either $5-$10 appetizers or $42 entrees. After a $400 bill with a group they tell us they only accept 2 cards for payment forcing us to leave in the pouring rain to use an ATM.
Chophel NamgyalDecember 24, 2012
Goat cheese plate is very good! Pork jowels good! Pork chop and Brussell sprouts with Yuca fries!
pinsuda sagooleimSeptember 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
2-course Sunday/Monday prix fixe dinner is fantastic. Chilled corn soup and the best fried chicken I've had in quite a while. Read more
Jenna Odett LaskinDecember 14, 2011
they offer a whole suckling pig good for 10-12 people - comes with 3 sides (bread, greens, beans) + 2 appetizers and dessert for $600.
Jane DongAugust 15, 2014
Braised brisket and yuca hash was great. Brunch ends at 3 pm on Saturday though
Danyel SmithSeptember 28, 2011
delicious. try the trout. and the "hearty" green salad. for dessert, GET the donuts. plus? the drinks are simple and strong.
Ben FishnerNovember 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Better deal for brunch than dinner. Otherwise, sit at the bar and eat small plates for dinner.
NearSay NYCJuly 14, 2011
N-Sider Rachel, The Fabulous Foodie, says Back Forty is the perfect spot for al fresco dining in the NYC summer heat. Ask to be seated outside in their open backyard.
Nikki BogopolskayaJuly 22, 2014
On Mondays, happy hour lasts all night at the bar: grab half off drinks and head to the secret garden in the back for hour meal.
Mark FrizzellMay 31, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The Sunday night bartender is the douchebag people used to move to the East Village to get away from. Great, you have a beard, you're still an elitist cock. Take it back to billyburg. They miss you.
Sandra DubrovMay 20, 2013
The burgers are fantastic! Be sure to snag a table outside.
Robert GurdianMarch 6, 2010
Go to Back 40 on a sunny day and sit in the back patio. Combined with the food and beer, it feels like you are grilling out - but better. When available, I get the appetizer with the honey comb
Greg BarilaFebruary 11, 2012
The Paradise Cocktail is pretty frackin delicious. Pear brandy, pear liqueur, gin, lemon, prosecco
PureWowAugust 19, 2014
Weekly crab broil every Tuesday until the end of August. Need we say more? Read more
Francesca KrihelyMay 1, 2012
The drinks are great. Try the tequilla flower. The food was...tiny. Get the pudding for dessert.
Megan HodgesMay 14, 2011
Wow, great burger! The farmhouse cheddar is great and I really loved the texture of the sesame seed bun.
Karina O.January 20, 2014
Losers get seated first. No really. Hostess saw I was by myself, and moved me to the top of the Waitlist. Got a table too. Not just a place at the bar.
Amelie POctober 31, 2014
Had Beet salad for diner. It was really good. With mustards and cheese
Ezra GildesgameMay 23, 2010
When eating outside, you may wish to avoid the large table in the back since it's surrounded by a playground which may contain screaming children playing dodgeball.
Patrick HayesJuly 9, 2014
They have great brunch here! And great coffee.
Zachary BlankMarch 18, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Best everything. If they have the cherry butter brussel sprouts get them.
Caitlin StrandbergJune 30, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Always always always get to doughnuts. Great to split just for a taste. Never disappoint!
Alex GordonAugust 9, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Dependably delicious and seasonal. If the Kale Caesar Salad is on the menu, get it.
anonymous guyApril 23, 2011
I've lived in NY for almost all of my 35 years and have NEVER been greeted by such an arrogant pr!@k as the self stated "partner" Jeremy who was working as host. First he refused to add our party of
Matt DuckorOctober 3, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Come on Monday night and sit at the bar, where happy lasts all night long (half priced cocktails and wine).
Mandy TraegerFebruary 16, 2013
Great service. food is excellent.. try the 'beef 2 ways'..

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