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Jack's Wife Freda

Item: Jack's Wife Freda
Author: Andrea Wien

Cuisine: European, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

10Best Says

A popular dinner joint with the downtown crew, Jack's Wife Freda also dishes up a mean breakfast menu that mixes Mediterranean influences with American favorites. Order up the rosewater waffle with Lebanese yogurt, or opt for the green shakshuka, baked eggs floating in a flavorful spinach sauce with a side of challah toast. On busy mornings, you may have to get a little cozy with your neighbors - though this small space is flooded with sunlight, it packs 'em in with family-style seating. But don't worry too much: that just gives you a chance to spy on everyone else's order before putting in your own.

Address:

224 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10012
212-510-8550

Hours:

224 Lafayette St.: Mon-Wed 8:30am-11pm; Thu-Sat 8:30am-Midnight; Sun 8:30am-10pm
50 Carmine St.: Mon-Wed 8:30am-11pm; Thu-Sat 8:30am-Midnight; Sun 8:30am-10pm

Website:

jackswifefreda.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Andrea Wien
New York Local Expert

Breakfast: "Jack's doesn't open until 8:30 AM, so plan accordingly if you're looking for an earlier bite to eat."

Best for Breakfast Because: Jack's offers a nice change of pace from the rest of the traditional breakfast fare in Soho.

EXPERT TIPS BY: Maria Lisella
New York Local Expert

Brunch: "Both Jack's open at 8:30AM so set your alarm if you're looking for an earlier bite to eat."

Best for Brunch Because: Jack's Wife Freda is just about perfect. The food is fantastic and the people are top-notch, but you can feel a bit rushed.

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