Jack's Wife Freda

4.4
292 reviews

About

Mediterranean RestaurantBistroAmerican Restaurant
A boutique group of beloved New York City cafés, Jack’s Wife Freda is renowned for their effortlessly chic ambience, joyful sense of community and for treating everyone like family, with food that is beautiful to look at and delicious to eat, emphasizing bright, fresh ingredients—at JWF, simple acts of hospitality become lifelong memories, and our complete menu is served all day, so come for breakfast, brunch, or lunch and stay for dinner!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Jack's Wife Freda
72 University Pl, New York, NY
10003, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
292 reviews
5 stars
190
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 star
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Atmosphere

The restaurant has a vibrant and cozy atmosphere, though it can be quite loud at times.

Service

Staff are consistently described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Food Quality

While many dishes are praised for their taste and freshness, some customers noted that portion sizes are small and prices are on the higher side.

Mixed Experiences

Some reviews indicate inconsistency in food quality, with certain dishes lacking flavor or not meeting expectations.

Reservations

Making reservations is recommended, especially during busy times, as the restaurant can get crowded.
  • RC
    Ryan Cusack
    2 days ago
    4.0
    Neat spot with a good menu. Friendly service despite being busy. A bit pricey. Very loud atmosphere, the restaurant could benefit by adding some sound absorptive materials.
  • JT
    Joa Tous
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Delicious breakfast, unique flavors! We had the green shakahuka, the rose water waffles and the grapefruit and yogurt and it was like a hug in this cold morning. Alexis was wonderful. Plus, this place is super kid-friendly!
  • LJ
    Lindsay Johnson
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    Wandered by for lunch and snagged an open table outside - amazing food, bev and people watching.
  • AM
    Aida Murphy
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    Friendly service and creative menu options. We went on a Sunday at 11:00 AM. I had Mediterranean breakfast and my husband had a burger. A bonus was the flourless chipotle chocolate cake. The food was delicious and our server was extremely friendly and efficient.
  • RD
    Ryan David
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    Amazing food and service! Highly recommend for families with toddlers/young children. Super friendly and completely worth it

Frequently Asked Questions About Jack's Wife Freda

Does Jack's Wife Freda accept reservations?

Yes, Jack's Wife Freda accepts reservations, and you can book a table via their reservation website.

What are the regular operating hours of Jack's Wife Freda in Union Square?

Jack's Wife Freda is open from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday; until 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday; and until 9:00 PM on Sunday.