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Jack's Wife Freda

Mediterranean Restaurant, Coffee Shop, and Breakfast Spot$$$$

SoHo, New York

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Jack's Wife Freda

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Ranked #4 for kebabs in New York
On Bitches Who Brunch's Best NYC Brunches, 2015
"Rosewater waffle (best waffle I've ever had) and green shakshuka."(29 Tips)
"Get the Madame Freda and satiate your savory craving."(18 Tips)
"Rosewater waffle is great, and so is the poached eggs dish."(13 Tips)
"Prego roll is great here, also they have nice breakfast!"(14 Tips)

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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
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.
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.
Upvoted Mar 20
Al-Johara Al-NasserDecember 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.
Upvoted 4 weeks ago
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.
Melissa YuFebruary 19
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.
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
Valerie SandersJuly 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.
Bek Ryan2 weeks ago
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)
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.
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
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 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!!
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
Victoria NatenzonMay 3, 2014
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No Leftovers Jackie GebelJanuary 11
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
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
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.
Bin YangOctober 27, 2012
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!
pinsuda sagooleimJuly 9, 2012
Try the skirt steak sandwich w/fries ($13), piri-piri-hot-sauce-marinated chicken kebabs ($12) or go for the small plates like matzo ball soup, fried zucchini sticks, or grilled haloumi.
A KFebruary 20, 2012
Had a great evening, haloumi cheese, the lightly friend eggplants, the couscous - all divine. The steak was TDF (To die for), this place has a great kitchen and an awesome atmosphere
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.
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!
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!
Noah WeissDecember 6, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Your head says eat a healthy salad, your stomach demands meat. Strike a great compromise with the tuna, avocado, and greens salad for lunch.
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.
RACHELISTAAugust 31, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The owner Maya is the sweetest woman in the world and is often at the front seating people. Say hello to her and make sure to order a side of fries. Always.
Andrew CerdaMarch 1, 2013
The Mediterranean Breakfast is a soft yet filling option. Eggs any style with pita, avocado and salad. Yummy in your tummy.
ariel kayeFebruary 2, 2012
ate the whole roasted garlic with crostini, cauliflower, greek salad (with kale!!), bloody mary moules frites and piri piri chicken and it was all AWESOME! And Dean is the best.
James ReggioMay 3
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.
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.
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
Jazlee GomezJanuary 19, 2016
The food here was great, the staff were very nice and attentive. I have no complains. I will definitely come back here again.
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.
Amy ChenMarch 6, 2016
Accompanied with a glass of stumptown coffee anything on the menu is great for a brunch with friends. Cozy atmosphere.
Kourosh BehnamDecember 6, 2014
You must eat the poached eggs, halloumie cheese and grilled tomatoes! Don't even think about trying anything else :). One of my favorite brunch spots in NYC
BettyAugust 28, 2013
Great for dinner as well! The waiters are also sweet enough to replace sides with appetizers (with no charge). Coming back for that Prego Steak Roll...tomorrow 😬
Andrew ChoiMay 29, 2014
The atmosphere here is perfect for an intimate date or a night out with friends. Your first priority: cocktails & beer.
효진 이May 2, 2016
I can't forget all the dishes, they were perfect, baked chicken was so soft and tasty. Curry also. Here is my best place ever🍴
Kyle PereraJune 25, 2015
I recommend the Chicken Prego it comes with a delicious sauce and arugula salad or French fries. Despite the food, it's a very clean and loud restaurant...trendy!
Fernanda JordaniApril 28, 2014
Good place! We ordered chicken (very good!!), lamb and eggplant lasagna (very good) but the duck breast was dry and burned (not good). Fair price in a nice ambient!
Jessica AlmogNovember 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Every meal I've had here has been delightful. Great food and really friendly service. You can expect a wait any hour of the day, always worth it.

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