Barney Greengrass
Breakfast restaurant · Upper West Side ·
Iconic Jewish deli serving legendary smoked fish since 1908
Iconic Jewish deli serving legendary smoked fish since 1908
"Open since 1908 and at its current Upper West Side location since 1929, this neighborhood staple serves Eastern European Jewish classics like latkes and blintzes alongside iconic smoked fish and bagels. Nicknamed the “Sturgeon King” in the 1930s and still family-run, it’s charmingly old-school—cash-only with diner-meets-deli vibes—and a go-to for weekend brunch even when the line snakes out the door, like stepping into another era." - Emily Adler
"In business since 1908 and settled in its current location since 1929, this Upper West Side institution is best enjoyed seated in one of its dining rooms where you can order an open-face sandwich with two smoked fish; bagels and fish here are made specially for the shop, but be prepared for cash preference and a pricier bill." - Devra Ferst
"When seeking smoked fish, one recommendation is Barney Greengrass — a go-to destination mentioned for its smoked-fish selection." - Amelia Schwartz
"We think the family-run deli, nearly 100 years old, is worth the inevitable wait: order latkes for the table, dig into bagels and smoked fish, or try the tuna sandwich and matzo ball soup for a classic UWS deli experience." - Madison Flager, Kat Chen
"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, will hartman, sonal shah
