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Friend of a Farmer/Upper West Side

Upper West Side · American

68 West 71st Street, New YorkDirections
4.4★★★★★★★★★★1,869 reviews

Diners praise this restaurant's delicious and fresh farm-to-table dishes, such as pancakes, chicken pot pie, and complimentary cornbread. They also appreciate the cozy and charming atmosphere, along with the friendly staff. Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

Cozy American comfort with busy weekends and much-hyped chicken pot pie.

Friend of a Farmer is a $$ American restaurant in Upper West Side, New York. It has logged 12,784 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Wednesday afternoons. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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68 West 71st Street · Upper West Side

Monday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
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The experience

The Boomer Special anchors the breakfast menu—choose between apple pancakes or French toast with sausage. The chicken pot pie and crostini also draw consistent praise. Cozy, rustic interior.

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Why go

Friend of a Farmer has logged 12,784 Blackbird check-ins since June 2025, with Saturday and Sunday as peak days. The kitchen executes classic American food with consistency. Staff tends toward attentive and warm.

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Fast facts

  • Friend of a Farmer has 12,784 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Saturday and Sunday.
  • Google users rate it 4.4 from 1,902 reviews.
  • One reviewer calls the chicken pot pie a must-order.
  • The Boomer Special with French toast and sausage gets repeat-visit praise.
editorial/ updated today

Did you know

Blackbird has logged 12,784 on-chain check-ins here, with Saturdays and Sundays leading the rush.

editorial/ updated today

Good to know

  • Reserve the attic room for groups—intimate, separate space.
  • Chicken pot pie is a standout entree.
  • Busiest on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Coffee is solid.
Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated today

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity648
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Flynet check ins

12,784

Neighborhood

Upper West Side

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№5

of 16 Upper West Side spots this month

vs neighborhood median

2.2× the Upper West Side median

Upper West Side percentile

Top 35% in Upper West Side

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 16 Upper West Side spots.

Last 30 days

648 check ins

−19% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 19Oct 18

When it's busy

Usually not too busy right now

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68 West 71st Street · Upper West Side

Monday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Inside Friend of a Farmer

The experience

The Boomer Special anchors the breakfast menu—choose between apple pancakes or French toast with sausage. The chicken pot pie and crostini also draw consistent praise. Cozy, rustic interior.

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Review signal

4.4

1,869 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated today

Guide

Inside Friend of a Farmer

The experience

The Boomer Special anchors the breakfast menu—choose between apple pancakes or French toast with sausage. The chicken pot pie and crostini also draw consistent praise. Cozy, rustic interior.

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Why go

Friend of a Farmer has logged 12,784 Blackbird check-ins since June 2025, with Saturday and Sunday as peak days. The kitchen executes classic American food with consistency. Staff tends toward attentive and warm.

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Review signal

4.4

1,869 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated today

What to order

Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Good to know

  • Reserve the attic room for groups—intimate, separate space.
  • Chicken pot pie is a standout entree.
  • Busiest on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Coffee is solid.
Google Places/ updated 114d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated today

Fast facts

  • Friend of a Farmer has 12,784 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Saturday and Sunday.
  • Google users rate it 4.4 from 1,902 reviews.
  • One reviewer calls the chicken pot pie a must-order.
  • The Boomer Special with French toast and sausage gets repeat-visit praise.
editorial/ updated today

Did you know

Blackbird has logged 12,784 on-chain check-ins here, with Saturdays and Sundays leading the rush.

editorial/ updated today
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FAQ

How popular is Friend of a Farmer?

Friend of a Farmer has logged 12,784 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Friend of a Farmer busiest?

Friend of a Farmer is busiest on Wednesday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Friend of a Farmer serve?

Friend of a Farmer serves American cuisine.

How expensive is Friend of a Farmer?

Friend of a Farmer is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Friend of a Farmer?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Friend of a Farmer in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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