Pekarna NYC

Went to the love me (bar) tender pop-up. This was a missed opportunity to really showcase Memphis & Graceland. I enjoyed meeting the amazing people i met. The jungle room was cute. Plenty of photo-ops. Some minor things could have really made this event pop. An elvis impersonator, some merch or t-shirts, maybe a special menu with some of the king's favorites, would've been nice. They did name the drinks, but in all honestly, nothing to brag about. The blues on Beale was ok. Had the waygu beef tacos, and it was not worth the over a half-hour wait for them. Huge disappointment. Like I said, I enjoyed the people, which was a major part of the experience. I'll forget the food but not the new friends I made. and I really liked the swag bag!! I appreciate how they put it together.

Friendly and professional staff, gorgeous newly renovated massive restaurant and the perfect spot for a private room small bday party COVID style! We played music videos and had a dance party with our covid bubble. The most fun I’ve had in a long time. Food was amazing and cocktails are 🔥🔥🔥. The backyard is like a tiny hidden oasis on the UWS.

Explore Hidden’s Tinseltown pop-up experience -A friend and I recently attended Explore Hidden’s Tinseltown in NYC. I haven’t found a place to put a review, so I’m posting here. The ticket cost $22 and was from 9:30-11. With all the new holiday bars popping up, we assumed that we’d be walking into one of those. We arrived 3 minutes late, but waited an additional 15 minutes for the “event to begin.” We arrived at a low key bar on the UES called, Pekarna. I’ve posted some photos to their Yelp page. We were offered drinks to buy and told to wait for the elf to appear on the stairs. When the elf arrived we were ushered downstairs to a beautifully laid out holiday bar, complete with the on screen Yule Log. Spacing was tight with room for 20 people max. We received a welcome cocktail and chose our seats. Shortly after sitting a group of 5 showed up, so we moved to a two top to accommodate the larger group. The operation included 3 people, the elf, the bartender, and our host. Drink menus were provided and we were handed two activity two activity sheets. After a quick emoji movie guessing game, we were given a dry erase board and played some trivia. The gaming host was a bit overwhelmed and missed our winning answers, but gave us a prize for tying with the table to our side. The atmosphere was social and interactive. Most couples came on dates and a one of two friend groups added to the mix which made for very entertaining Dear Santa letters that were anonymously read aloud at the end of the night. We had purchased a $15 drink add on per ticket before we arrived. Our host was unaware of this, but ended up offering us 3 different types of liquors with simple mixers. I managed to get a brandy eggnog cream, but the only other table who bought the same ticket add on passed on drinks when the options were not readily available. Despite the delay and slight disorganization, the night ended up being fantastic! Everyone left jovial and the team members agreed to take photos with us and answer any of our questions. We exited just after 11pm which was nice as our start time was delayed. As we were leaving, I managed to check out the adjacent room where the Alice in Wonderland brunch is hosted. The space also appears to accommodate 20 people and is cutely set up with cool and creepy Cheshire Cat eyes. I don’t know that it would be worth the cost. However, if the food is as good as Alice’s Tea Cup, it would be worth the stay. The hosts kept us laughing and it put us in the holiday spirit.

Went here for the Alice in wonderland cocktail experience . Event is in the lower level. Very nice staff.. welcoming and warm. I had a bailey's drink which hit the spot. Event was fun . cocktail drinks ehhhh were not my favorite.. they should think to give more Cookies too BTW 😊 ... lol overall 4 stars

I visited Pekarna with some friends for a birthday party and celebrated in one of the private rooms downstairs. It was amazing to have a space big enough for us, but still separate from others especially now. The food was amazing and unique, plus the drinks were yummy. We had a dance party with the big screen and loved the atmosphere.

Amazing place. It has so many different rooms, all with different vibes. The manager, bartenders and everyone that works there are so fun. Even the customers! Ordered lamb and it was perfect. Would recommend this place, especially if you have an event you need a venue for :)

The chicken croquette and lamb rack are absolutely amazing!!! Boar with rice is a little too sweet, and so is Kremšnita cake. We had to asked for a little bit more strawberry jam to balance the sweetness of the cream/syrup….

I visited Pekarna NYC because my friend was performing in a stand-up comedy show being held in one of their private rooms. A relatively small space on the lower level, it turned out to be a great venue for an intimate show. Food and drinks were available for purchase at the bar to be enjoyed during the performance. I didn't have anything to eat but, as an audience member, I did get a drink at a discounted price.

I visited Pekarna during the holidays to enjoy some festive activities, and I had a wonderful time. The event featured drinks, games, and prizes, creating a very joyful atmosphere perfect for getting into the holiday spirit with friends. The themed drinks were adorable and quite good. Although I didn't try the food, the service was excellent, and the entertainment was fantastic. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and I hope they host this event again next year. Highly recommend for a fun holiday outing!

Unforgettable & Magical Night... Nothing beats drinking outside on the streets of NYC, but it's what's inside that counts at Pekarna. If you are an Alice in Wonderland theme freak then you have hit the jackpot. If you are a great handcrafted cocktail freak then you just doubled down. AND, if you come with great company then it becomes a memorable night that will never be forgotten. That's what Pekarna offers and I'm sure you'll be back again and again. Pekarna has a lot going on and nothing disappointed. From the food to the drinks to the atmosphere... Dean (owner and restauranteur) alongside with Lana (manager) will give you that experience to remember. They are not only a restaurant and bar, but they hold massive events and parties for all your needs. With a two-tier setup the downstairs has a themed venue for your private event, alongside a private outdoor setup as well... just make sure to bring a great photographer to capture all the fun. Overall, the drinks and food stole the show, but what made it an "unforgettable & magical night" to me was......... FYI: They make a great gin martini (I was told) which is hard to come by these days. TIP: Reservations are easy if you have Resy.

My friend and I came here after work for the Love Me (Bar) Tender Memphis Pop Up experience, which I kept calling the Love Me Tender Bar lol. We had a great time for what it was. They mainly focused on Elvis's music and played different renditions of his songs. We were told quite a few times that we were too young to be there by other patrons but we had a fun time! They had a cute set up and I was interested in seeing the spot because I know they host some of the Disney Experiences here. I'm still not sure if they have an upstairs or downstairs because the area we were in was a bit small but we found a good spot and it worked for us. Our bartender was Ian and he made our drinks Great! I had the Beale Street Blues and she Had the Heartbreak Hotel. Both were delicious! Then the host? Manager? By the name of Dean (with the soothing Aussie accent) came by and he was pretty great! He was welcoming and friendly. He offered us some Elvis shots and just made sure my friend and I really enjoyed ourselves. He also checked in on us from time to time. When we were leaving we bid our goodbyes and Dean was trying to get us to stay longer which we probably would have if we didn't have other plans. But then there was an Andrew? (cute Mr Hat Guy) who was seemingly tapped in to entice us back in to stay . It wasn't in a pressuring overly aggressive way either, just like hey continue to have a great time, the night is young kind of way. Dean also told us about Karaoke nights and other events that take place It was just a nice vibe and a cool environment. The bathrooms were clean. At one point we were able to try the chicken fingers and fries which were good, maybe a tad bit heavy on the salt but good. The prices aren't crazy either. They're city prices but I hear that the happy hour prices are pretty good. We definitely would go back and I'd love to check out one of the Disney experiences in the future!

If you are looking for a fun and unique girls night experience, look no further. They host a number of Disney-Themed events that are surely fun for any adult night out. Because of the alcohol consumption I would not recommend doing this with minors (at least 17+ should be ok). That being said, you won't get premium drinks or food, even though you are paying as if you are. This is why I knocked off two stars. With the fees you are paying about $65+ and you literally get 1 cup cake and 2 drinks that are mostly fruit punch. Very disappointed by this, but all in all, I had a great time with my friends and that's why you come to events like these right?! I would suggest to whoever plans these events to give guests options to purchase other goods or snacks while in the event to give customers the feeling they are getting more for their money.

I'll keep this simple.. I've been to Pekarna NYC several times, plus met the owner Dean. Dean is an exceptional owner that works very hard to provide not only the best atmosphere, but delicious food for his customers. He also has special nights he has the restaurant decorated for those occasions. And the downstairs tables, rooms are also decorated very cool, ingenious ideas IMO. Besides Dean, also have to give a special shout out to the hostess who greets & seats the customers from the moment you walk in the entrance.. her name is Lana. A very hard working lady that does her best to greet every customer with a big welcome smile to help your experience start off with a bang. If you've never been to Pekarna NYC, you're missing out, and should stop by there to enjoy it, I assure you of that.

I came to this restaurant twice for Hidden's immersive events of Beauty and the Beast and Tinseltown. I came for the family sessions both times and enjoyed it so much that I now plan to come here every time they have an event with my daughter. The Beauty and the Beast event had characters from the movie interact with us and played music from the Bridgerton soundtrack so that we could truly feel transported into this world. It was a mocktail experience since I had chosen the family session but we had to create potions that would help break the spell that cursed the Beast and his friends. My daughter and I had such a blast and the potions were so tasty :). They went above and beyond in creating an ambiance similar to the Beast's castle. There was a giant chandelier with several lights garnishing the rooms and the tables all had roses in glass cases in them. It was a great afternoon of imaginary play and photo ops. It was at the Tinseltown event that I had a chance to try to the restaurant's food. When we arrived, we were told that a live Christmas ornament would come and take us down to Tinseltown so we sat at the bar and were attended by the owner. He was very nice and patient in taking our order and answering my 10-year-olds questions about the menu. He recommended us the Happy Hour menu so that we could save money and what the best food and drinks were. I ordered the Wagyu beef sliders and fries and loved it. The fries were so crispy and the sliders were scrumptious. I ordered an Uptown Girl, which tasted like a Lychee martini to me so I was very happy with the drink. I had to finish drinking it before heading down to the event since alcoholic drinks aren't allowed during the family session, which is one of the reasons why I make such an effort to come out all the way here from Brooklyn (1 hour and 15 minute train ride). Even though the event started late, the staff made it up with their personalities and talent on creating another world that transports you out to the theme of the day. The "Christmas ornament" was the host of the party and started us out with a Grinch mocktail and Christmas emoji movie games. We had to guess the Christmas movies on a sheet of paper based on a set of emojis, which unsurprisingly my daughter was better at than I was. Then we played a Christmas trivia game and threw marshmallows at each other to see how many we could catch with our mouths. They also had Christmas karaoke, which only my daughter and I volunteered to do but the host sang along with us and we ended up dancing and singling like we were in a Mariah Carey Christmas music video. My daughter and I had such a blast that we didn't want to leave by the time it was over. The session is usually 1.5 hours but we wish it would last a whole day :). I can't wait to go to their next event and I highly recommend that you go if you like to have a good time!

A friend and I recently attended Explore Hidden's Tinseltown in NYC. I haven't found a place to put a review, so I'm posting here. The ticket cost $22 and was from 9:30-11. With all the new holiday bars popping up, we assumed that we'd be walking into one of those. We arrived 3 minutes late, but waited an additional 15 minutes for the "event to begin." We arrived at a low key bar on the UES called, Pekarna. I've posted some photos to their Yelp page. We were offered drinks to buy and told to wait for the elf to appear on the stairs. When the elf arrived we were ushered downstairs to a beautifully laid out holiday bar, complete with the on screen Yule Log. Spacing was tight with room for 20 people max. We received a welcome cocktail and chose our seats. Shortly after sitting a group of 5 showed up, so we moved to a two top to accommodate the larger group. The operation included 3 people, the elf, the bartender, and our host. Drink menus were provided and we were handed two activity two activity sheets. After a quick emoji movie guessing game, we were given a dry erase board and played some trivia. The gaming host was a bit overwhelmed and missed our winning answers, but gave us a prize for tying with the table to our side. The atmosphere was social and interactive. Most couples came on dates and a one of two friend groups added to the mix which made for very entertaining Dear Santa letters that were anonymously read aloud at the end of the night. We had purchased a $15 drink add on per ticket before we arrived. Our host was unaware of this, but ended up offering us 3 different types of liquors with simple mixers. I managed to get a brandy eggnog cream, but the only other table who bought the same ticket add on passed on drinks when the options were not readily available. Despite the delay and slight disorganization, the night ended up being fantastic! Everyone left jovial and the team members agreed to take photos with us and answer any of our questions. We exited just after 11pm which was nice as our start time was delayed. As we were leaving, I managed to check out the adjacent room where the Alice in Wonderland brunch is hosted. The space also appears to accommodate 20 people and is cutely set up with cool and creepy Cheshire Cat eyes. I don't know that it would be worth the cost. However, if the food is as good as Alice's Tea Cup, it would be worth the stay. The hosts kept us laughing and it put us in the holiday spirit.

We came here for the Alice in Wonderland experience but stopped in a little early for a quick bite and drink. I felt compelled to review this place just because of the amazing service and the drinks that left nothing but the warm satisfaction it should! I got a Tito's dirty martini, a friend of mine got a gimlet and my husband got one of the specialty drinks. All of them were balanced and oh what a show the bartender gave us! Think speakeasy without being hidden--almost steampunk with a European influence. Glad the experience we chose was hosted by this place!

I'm torn because YELP should add .5's to their rating as I think this place falls right at the 3.5 level. Meaning that I'd say it's worthwhile a visit if you're in the area. Starting off, we stumbled across the place by their menu blackboard, which advertised HH but specified no hours. Luckily our server Julia witnessed our confusion and came out to tell us HH was 4-7p. We walked in and the place is huge, the décor is beautiful, plenty of seating- with 1 table and two people at the bar + the atmosphere was laid back. We order from the menu and the average price is truly minimum $8 (fries) to $12-20 something (cocktails + food). Julia was sweet, helpful and even had them make a different drink that we ordered. I still can't help but think that the food was just ok, bland and overpriced, and the drinks were good looking but unbalanced. Out of everyone's control, our experience ended poorly with someone in a different table needing medical attention at the end of the evening. However, what I do feel is controllable by management is the fact that after witnessing such a traumatic event, and our party stepping in to help, we were fully billed for our evening. Not even a 10% or free shots- which we needed since we all sobered up mad quick! We stayed way past our departure time and truly our experience was ruined.

I came here for an Alice in Wonderland event which was held underneath the restaurant. Afterwards my friends and I decided to have quick drink before heading home. We ordered a few glasses of wine and had a great time. The owner Dean was very friendly and hospitable. The restaurant offered a wide range of Slovenian wines so we enquired about that and Dean was able to tell us the background which we appreciated. We also ordered the fries and chicken wings. Both were really fresh and tasty. Will be coming here again to try other things on the menu including Slovenian wine!

Ok, coming from the service industry especially in NYC I am going to say I have to out in my review on this location. First, ambience, location and overall place is decorated very nice and cozy. We had to sit down stair in their lounge type area. Very nice spot - music is very nice. Food is good. Service is not good at all. A waiter or waitress should always be attentive with their guests. That is so important and unfortunately that has been forgotten here. Work on those standards please.... Greeters in front, exceptional, until we get service.

We had a wonderful weekend brunch experience at Pekarna, a charming new American restaurant with a few Slovenian influences that I think opened up just a few months ago. We chose to sit outside on a chilly day and the kids were a little shivery -- but the warm service, good food and strong drinks fortified us. If you choose to sit indoors, the space is surprisingly huge and lovely, with eclectic, interesting decorations. It manages to be homey, comfortable and classy all at the same time -- probably equally good for date night or a large celebration with friends and family. The menu is extensive. At brunch, you can order off either the brunch menu or the regular one. Often restaurants with such far-ranging menus have trouble executing everything well, but based on what we tried, Pekarna did not appear to have this problem. Our kids went with the waffles, fried chicken and eggs (two house blend waffles, house fried chicken with spices and buttermilk, egg, chopped Jalapeno and maple syrup ($13), with a side of extra eggs and bacon. The fried chicken (we chose thigh meat rather than breast meat) could've been a wee bit better blotted, but grease levels weren't egregious enough to keep us from swooning over the thick, crispy, deep-gold, well-seasoned crust and perfectly moist innards. I grew up in the south and Pekarna's version rivals anything you could find south of the Mason Dixon. Portion sizes were generous to say the least. Think Alabama diner sized. This dish could probably feed a whole family of skinny Manhattanites. Waffles were on the heavier, denser end of the spectrum, with a touch of vanilla. We thought their heft was a good counterpoint for the fried chicken, though others may prefer a fluffier, lighter texture. Scrambled eggs were made very soft and slightly wet, a style I personally love and wish were the de facto preparation in more US restaurants. If you prefer firmer scrambled eggs, you may need to ask. Bacon was perfectly fried, half soft, half crispy, just as we like it. My partner's Pekarna burger (Wagyu beef patty, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, fried onion rings, house pickled cucumber, pickled onion, house bbq sauce, toasted Kaiser bun, side of fries; $24) came with a thick, moist patty and was devoured with extreme enthusiasm. I was even more enamoured with the beautifully fried, perfectly crisp, well-blotted French fries, made out of identifiable potatoes (cut with a wee bit of skin still on). These were some of the best fries I can remember having. You can evidently order a full plate of them as an "appetizer" off the regular menu. Throw in a few cocktails from the nice-sounding list and you may have yourself one of the finest dinners in town. :) My heirloom beet salad (baby red and candy cane beets, pecan brittle, candied orange, house made herb labneh, baby arugula, red leaf sorrel, goat cheese; $18) was nicely composed and perfectly (not overly) dressed. A few ingredients seem to've been subbed / omitted: gold beets for candy-cane beets, candied pecans rather than brittle, and there was no candied orange or sorrel in my version. (I am passionately fond of sorrel, so I was sad about the omission!) But the teeny smudge of herb labneh was delicious, the arugula pleasantly peppery. The cocktail menu seems legit. My bloody Mary was a classic version, pleasantly spicy, not wimpy, and made with a decent-quality vodka. My partner's run for cover (Glenlivet Founder's Reserve Whiskey, Giffard Banane liquer, Fernet Branca; $15) was delicious, served with a giant, slow-melting ice cube, which I always love -- not that the ice was in danger of melting too quickly in our circumstances. We very much enjoyed our meal and can't wait to return to try the Slovenian dishes on the menu, in particular. The Žepki (described as Slovenian hot pockets) sound like a must! And the crispy boar with rice... and the herb crusted rack of lamb... and...

I went to the Alice experience and they were so adorable it was such a great little scene. I would love to return with girlfriends. We had to figure out riddles and make our own drink with potions we found. Totally recommend.

My friends and I participated in the Alice in Wonderland experience! Very much appreciated the staff's attention to detail! Setup was downstairs and loved the aesthetic and all the little decorations. That Cheshire Cat mural is really outstanding! The skits and games were engaging! I loved having those lightbulb moments when we figured out a riddle. The ladies who moderated the skits were lovely and hilarious Drinks were surprisingly strong! On one hand, sweet with cream and the works, but the alcohol "kick" was there and I appreciated that the drinks weren't just straight up sugar like other places I don't want to spoil too much of the fun, but I hope the pictures I share encourage you to give this a chance! I had fun, thank you crew! PS- about that sugar cookie: surprisingly really good! I am usually not a fan of sugar cookies but everyone I came with agreed that this is one well done cookie

My girl friend and I bought tickets for their The Alice: Immersive Cocktail Experience. The event is downstairs and the area is decorated with Alice themed stuff. It is very cute and Instagramable. However, I was on a fence about how I felt about this place. When you sit down, they give you a shot of what seems to be pina colada with a coconut whipped cream moment. My friend and I adored the coconut cream by ReddiWhip lol. Then you play a game where you have to answer three riddles to get ingredients for your "tea" aka cocktail. Once you get all the ingredients, you mix all the stuff in a tea pot and consume with an "Eat Me" cookie. Then there is a game of mafia where you have to find out who the tart thief is or else your the queen of hearts takes your head aka a playing card they give you. For the last activity, you paint the roses or do foam art with chocolate on a cocktail. If you win, you get a voucher for a shot. So... I got competitive and won! Pros: The staff, fantastic. My girl friend and I laughed so much that I had to grab my ribs to laugh. Also, my friend has a contagious laugh and you feel like the funniest person when you make her laugh. Mixing the liquor in the tea pot was very cute. They put dry ice so there was a foggy moment that was pretty nifty. Cons: For $50, I think there could have been more food and drinks. The drinks were so sugary my friend and I had to ask for water and go get actual food afterwards. The activities were fun, but the mafia piece was a bit dragging and annoying. I honestly just wanted to drink already. I would like to actually dine in this place on day. Seems very cozy and the reviews are great. So TBD on a follow up review. Visit my IG post for pics: https://www.instagram.com/p/CV759fZrioq/?utm_medium=copy_link

We have been doing a monthly event here since February and absolutely love it! Dean and the team are amazing and work so hard to create a magical event each month. The customer service is impeccable and food is delicious! I highly recommend coming here for your event or casual dinner! You can also look up their weekly special events to participate in karaoke or open mic night!

I'll start with the good--the drinks were great, really well mixed and pretty strong all around, but not so strong that it was just a face full of alcohol. Just really solid drinks. The person who met us outside was lovely, and our server was very nice. The inside is really pretty, and the sign said there were multiple areas so I'd like to go back just to explore it a bit. That's where the good times end. While our server was very sweet, I think she and the person who greeted us were the only people serving the restaurant so it was on the slow side. The kitchen was also on the slow side. Definitely willing to give them the benefit of the doubt here though because it could just be an off night. The food was mediocre. The serving sizes were small and overpriced. I think they're trying to use higher quality ingredients, like wagyu beef for the sliders, which drives the prices up, but the kitchen didn't cook it well at all. Our table had a range of food, including empanadas and sliders and wings, and everything was underseasoned and overcooked. All in all, I will definitely go back for a drink because it's in my neighborhood, but the food situation definitely needs to improve before it becomes a regular spot for me.

Pekarna has become my "go to" spot for everything from happy hour, to late night dining, to hosting parties for my friends, for business, and for just hanging out. Dean and his amazing staff make everyone feel at home. The venue itself is a one-of-a-kind on the UWS. The bar area is Instagram worthy and there are ample cozy booths to host a crowd. The downstairs area is perfect for parties and has plenty of space if you feel the need to dance. Aside from a large cocktail menu, the food is wonderful. I was stuck on the fried chicken for months until I tasted the wagyu sliders. The fries are my first choice for a snack - also the grilled cheese! Now that the weather is nice, you can also enjoy outdoor seating. If you haven't tried Pekarna, it is a MUST!

I came in here as a last resort because everywhere else near me was closed and I have to say, I had a very pleasant experience. The manager (or owner for all I know) was very accomodating and immediately handed me a menu. The menu is basic American cuisine consisting of salads, burgers, and two main entrees--a Salmon and Short Rib dish. I'm big on burgers so I couldn't decide between the Crispy Salmon and Pekarna Burger (a wagyu beef burger). I asked the same man who seated me his opinion, he pushed for the Pekarna burger so I went with his reccomendation. So, here's my take on the food itself... Pekarna Burger: the wagyu meat is not a beef patty but instead sliced meat similar to roast beef. It was tender but for my personal taste, I would have preferred actual burger meat; I felt like I was eating a sandwich more than a burger. The toppings did compliment it well, though: swiss cheese, onions rings (my favorite part), and a house BBQ sauce which had a tangy kick to it. Being the mayo feind that I am, I asked for a side of the cayun mayo (also house made) and I couldn't help but think it should have been included in the burger when the menu was being crafted. Overall, this burger is very inventine in presentation but not something I myself would again order. I would gladly return to Perkarna to try other menu items (the Crispy Salmon Burger or Mac and Cheese!), and I appreciate its kitchen being open late. I also appreciate how warm the staff is; they constantly checked in on me during my meal to ask how my experience was going. Pekarna is a solid fine dining experience which I think will do great once word of mouth gets around about its opening.

I came here on a weekday because I won a giveaway dinner at this spot which included two free entrees. The place is really nice and the staff is very friendly, albeit a they were a little disorganized about the giveaway stuff but that's understandable and everything was resolved promptly. Our waitress was very warm and friendly and helped us with deciding our order. We finally settled on a veggie burger and a salmon burger. The salmon burger was one of the best I've ever had - salmon was cooked to perfection (something I'm finicky about) and the fries were to die for. My friend didn't totally love the veggie patty but the Kaiser bun was really nice and perfectly toasted. The staff was very sweet and offered us a sample drink - we were both not inclined to drink that day but their cocktail menu looked really inventive. Highly recommend visiting this spot if you're anywhere uptown.

Planned a last minute surprise party here for 40 people. Dean was quick and efficient with his communication so that we were able to secure this spot less than a week in advance. His staff was very helpful throughout the night and everyone had a great time. We used the bar behind the main bar (592 Private Bar and Banquet) but they also have various themed rooms downstairs to choose from. Overall, a great experience with fair pricing. I would recommend this space again and again! Thank you to Dean & the staff at Pekarna.

Wonderful ambiance, friendly service, terrific food. The wild boar spicy rice balls were a fantastic appetizer for the table to share. A welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Ate here with some friends fairly recently after it had opened. We sat at a table outside and were the only people at the restaurant. It was a little strange because there was a sign on the door that said to buzz the restaurant if it locked. When we sat down a very nice water came over but he insisted on taking us on a tour of the restaurant. It's much larger inside and there is a big downstairs area so it definitely took some time and wasn't what we had in mind for dinner. We just wanted to sit and catch up with our friends. Two people in our party ordered the burger and I ordered the lamb chops. While the food was good, it was not the most amazing and definitely overpriced. If you go here, you'll get a nice atmosphere and decent food, but be prepared to shell out for it.

A fabulous cocktail menu, and a fun and lively atmosphere. We had sliders and cocktails for dinner. The lighting and music set the mood.

Awesome restaurant Great vibe Amazing drinks Excellent service Owner dean is very friendly and attentive Highly recommwnd

Great little venue to throw the party of your choice. Food was good, the service was even better.

We were pleasantly surprised by the crunchy and flavorful chicken tenders and chicken thighs -- and this is after we brought home the takeout order. The brussel sprouts were equally delicious. Highly recommended.

Mediocre and extremely overpriced. Just for the two of us, we paid $90 for ONE drink (which was not well balanced nor tasty), a small side of fries with a tiny addition of truffle sauce (good, but cost a whopping $16. $6 for the sauce!), an order of 2 salmon sliders ($15), and a beet salad (oddly arranged and small portion). Food was not bad, but also NOT worth it. They are confused with their vibe - between the high prices of a supposed cocktail bar, the TV screens and laminated menus of a sports bar, Soul Cycle playlist playing, and remaining Halloween spiderwebs in November. Service was good, but no reason for us to ever return. Still upset we paid so much and left hungry and defeated.

Ooooof idk. I am not inspired to return! The hostess and waitress were just too intense.. and another waitress was from another planet. The menu is really bizarre? Like nothing really fits together. Decor is ok. Ambiance is ok. But besides that i cant imagine i'd ever entertain this place again.

No working phone. Terrible service. How is this kremsnita?? I had high hopes, but this is kinda sad. Maybe rest of the menu is ok though?

Food was ok not great. Very slow and inattentive service sitting outside. Expensive. Over-priced. Avoid the roast beef hamburger. It's a small amount of pulled beef with a bad BBQ sauce. It's not a hamburger. The hot pockets are tasty but tiny. And $9.00 for two tiny things. Salmon burger was very good but very messy to eat because it I had cole slaw on top of the salmon. Overall a very poor dining experience. Will not go back.

A wonderful location on the upper west side to have a fun birthday dinner. The food was absolutely delicious. Those roasted Brussel sprouts tastes like popcorn. The cauliflower salad was sweet and tangy, and the cauliflower was roasted perfectly. The French fries came out hot, fresh, and delicious. And the mushroom sliders were an absolute delicious hit. I'm excited to see Pekarna become a staple of the UWS.

What a fantastic find in NYC - and, lucky me, living on the UWS I can return often! Pekarna, whose vibe is more "downtown" than UWS - a major plus - is wonderful: excellent food, fabulous ambience, stellar service and a lovely, attentive owner. As well, the walls feature the work of some wonderful artists. I have been there for drinks, dinner in the fabulous back garden and, now, for an annual holiday party held in the beautiful bar. Everything was impeccable, festive and fun each time. The salmon entree - beautifully prepared and delicious, Brussels Sprouts - roasted to perfection, the wine - sublime, the french fries - off the charts. I can't recommend Pekarna enough!

Excellent food and drink great decor and wonderful service. An excellent place to enjoy a relaxed but exquisite meal or just drink at their very fully equipped bar.

Great place. Amazing bar great design and drinks. Food is extremely good, great service. Salmon and burger were both excellent. Highly recommend

Wife and I happened to walk by this place while our daughter was finishing up a performance at symphony space. Decided to try last minute to see if they had any availability and fortunately they did! There was a person working the front door and welcoming people to enter. Upon entering, we were greeted by the delightful owner. Wife tried a Slovenian wine which she enjoyed. I had several cocktails from the bar- all extremely enjoyable and reminded me of The Hawthorne in Boston. Great stuff! Appetizers - we had delicious French fries and the wild boars coquettes. And wow. Wow. Wow. Those were beyond amazing. Flavorful. I could go back just for those alone. Order the wild boar for sure. My daughter had the schnitzel which was flavorful, thin, and crispy. My wife had the cauliflower plate and enjoyed it immensely. I decided to try the rack of lamb as it appeared to be the chef's special dish. Again- amazing. I'd go back for that as well! So flavorful!!! Again, wow! Our server was also very friendly and personable - she really added to the dining experience. We just didn't have a meal. We felt welcomed in their space. Didn't feel rushed either. That's a big plus! Will definitely be back next time we are in the city! What a delightful and random find. Thank you!!!

The very kind owner of this establishment returned my lost wallet to me! Upon staying and eating, the food was fantastic too. Great staff, great entertainment, and great fries!

What an amazing spot for a nice date, and even a chill ! The man behind the drinks, Dean, an amazing dude. Always makes sure I leave happy! Get the Silver tongue cocktail, its to die for

Pekarna needs to up their Happy Hour game. I cannot comment on their food, but the drinks were so small that after two sips they were essentially gone!! At 12.00 per glass, we won't be going back.

I walked in and there were 4 people there and an old, old man came in and wanted to sit on the comfortable banquets and they said "no, it is reserved" and he could sit on these horrible uncomfortable chairs. Then they asked if he wanted a pillow. It was so hard to watch. Then no bartender ever came to the bar - I just left and won't come back. No one there when the rest of the neighborhood was packed, is a sign I might not be the only one not coming back.

This is a large restaurant with several rooms and ambiences. Great for dinner or a large party. Full bar, coctails, and the owner Dean is fantastic. We visited several times and always it was a delight. A very good value for a price and the food is delicious. The food is American, European, Slovenian.

Food & service was good, but it's completely overpriced for what it was. Maybe could have overlooked it if it wasn't for the $16 price tag for an order of regular fries...

Came here for the Alice Cocktail experience and it was so fun! The cast was in character the whole time and we got 2 drinks, a shot, and a cookie! After the event the restaurant was still open so I got the artichoke mac and cheese! Great place!

Had a very wonderful time here last night. A friend and I were excited to try something new and started our time in the cute backyard, really loved it. We were also lucky enough to spend some time talking to Dean the owner, Kamal the exec Chef and LOVED our waiter Dave. The place is definitely needed in this neighborhood, the ambiance upstairs is great, the downstairs is amazing too and allows space during covid, and again all of the people there are just fantastic. I havent had a night feeling so safe and welcome in somewhere in a good while and already cant wait to get back. We enjoyed some super yummy cocktails which they were more than happy to make to our liking, a nice glass (or two of wine) and shared the Cauliflower (which was amazing). We both also had burgers/sandwiches that we both are still drooling over. Highly recommend and am so lucky to have this place so close!

Finally had a chance to stop by after passing by the last couple months. Left feeling I have found my new local spot; no more going downtown for the perfect combo of amazing drinks and atmosphere! The owner Dean made us feel welcome and paid close attention to our needs along with the bar staff. After having lived in the area for over 15 years, I feel there is a place worth bringing friends and to above 86th St. On the UWS. Definitely plan on being a staple going forward...

I stopped here for a drinks with my girlfriend and the drinks were less than adequate. The bartender also made us feel uncomfortable with their comments and stories

Love this new place to the neighborhood. Such a pretty cocktail bar. Sat in a great booth and got the uptown girl drink which is sooo good. The staff here are overly nice, my waiter really made us feel welcome. Good place to also come alone, saw some people by themselves getting food and drinking and chatting it up with the bartender. We got the happy hour shrimp and then the burger and chicken. All very yummy. Sounds like they will be doing a cool Alice in Wonderland event. Excited to come back again with our little one.

REPLY TO UPPER W. That "old, old man" wanting to sit on the reserved banquets and was told "No" was a 95 year old musician with a distinguished career in Hollywood and New York, who is a close personal friend of Karen K Freid who hosts Spotlight on Variety show as well as a personal friend of many of the other regular performers. He'd probably resent being called an "old, old man." He is very, very active, playing somewhere almost every day or night. He performs on his clarinet and also sings. He also always arrives early at Pekarna, when as yet few people have arrived. Reservations had been made for several large parties, which he could not have known. Nobody mistreats him, as Karen and his other friends all look out for him, after him, and make sure he gets there and gets home safely. If you had stayed a little longer, you would have seen this for yourself. I've always found Karen's Sunday show to be a delightful and entertaining experience, she's a great performer and makes everyone feel at home. I try to get there as often as I can. The food is excellent and the "old, old" man is a talented and enthusiastic performer who is greatly loved. --Elisabeth J

This restaurant ticked all the boxes! I wanted to do karaoke for my birthday, and found out they had a karaoke room here! I can't say enough about the ambiance! The lighting was perfect, there was plenty of room for a decent sized party. We had 9 people, and we were all able to spread out and be comfortable to eat. The food knocked it out of the park!! We ordered the fried chicken sandwiches, delicious wings, veggie empanadas, and one person got a burger. She highly recommended it! We also got Brussels sprouts, and they were perfect! We all loved everything we ate! Oh, and the Mac and cheese was fire!!! The best I've ever eaten! The crew there is the best! The owner, Dean, set us up, initially, as we came in around 4:00. He's the best host!!! Our server was very attentive and seamlessly came in and out to get us more drinks and food. We all enjoyed our drinks. I loved the Moscow Mules. If you want to go for karaoke here, you'll be spoiled for any others out there, because they fulfilled our every need! This was my favorite birthday, EVER!!!