Matteo Ruggiu

a month ago

"I recently stopped by on a Saturday afternoon with my family after an event at BAM across the street, and it was the perfect low-key spot to grab food and drinks. The atmosphere really sets it apart—those soaring ceilings and massive windows create an airy, open feel that's perfect for daytime drinking, and the sports decor adds character without being over the top. Despite being a sports bar (I'm sure it gets lively during Knicks playoff games), it was surprisingly family-friendly during our visit. We saw several other families, including one with a small baby, and the vibe was welcoming and chill. It wasn't crowded, so we could sit wherever we wanted. On this visit, we tried the deviled eggs, french fries, and Sonoran dog, all of which were tasty and came out impressively fast. The drinks are solid too: my Negroni was well-made, and they have well-priced beers and decent cocktails throughout. Daily specials make it even more budget-friendly. The staff is friendly and laid-back, which matches the overall vibe. Bonus points for being dog-friendly with a sidewalk patio, and the hours (weekdays 3-11pm, weekends 12-11pm) work well for both afternoon hangs and evening plans. Super convenient if you're hitting up BAM."

Vadim Manevich

a month ago

"I think this place is a bit pricey but not too much. Service was great, friendly and fast. Burger with fries looked really good."

Shaquana L

2 months ago

"Came in on a happy hour special for a glass of wine. Super delicious and well needed. Staff were super pleasant and friendly, waiter was attentive. Ordered onion rings which were delicious and fresh. Intend on returning spot is gem worthy."

Neil Theiss

3 months ago

"Good times at Fancy Free! After I sat down at least 3 servers asked within 5 minutes if I needed anything. They are very aware and very friendly. The deviled eggs were delicious , slightly smoky , slightly spicy and including a crunch of fried onions! The chicken empanadas were tasty as well. The prices here are very reasonable and the vibe is good!"

ChattiYammi

9 months ago

"I enjoy FancyFree’s for a nicely priced beer and the occasional cocktail. Since having their lemon pepper wings, that’s all I get. They are so balanced with a nice kick of lemon, heat from the peppercorn and the texture is crispy. Nice neighborhood spot to meet friends or have a casual date. The sports decor and extremely high ceilings/windows make it a memorable spot for a day time hang."