Lightship Frying Pan
Beer Garden, Bar, and Boat or Ferry$$$$
Chelsea, New York
The experts at Eater and Men's Health Mag recommend this place
"Grab a bucket of Coronas, order some food and enjoy the view!"(19 Tips)
"On a nice day, you can get a great breeze off the Hudson River."(10 Tips)
"White wine sangria tastes amazing."(13 Tips)
"Don't come if you get seasick easily!"(7 Tips)
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- Guest of a GuestOctober 11, 2011Hop Aboard " The Frying Pan" (or any tour boat): You have a lot of options, though the Frying Pan allows you to get drunk and get the boat experience, without actually moving. Read more
George JosephMay 9, 2015Sit on top of the boat and have a pitcher of sangria. The view and ambiance are all worth the slightly high prices.
AnissaOctober 15, 2014A great place to relax with some white sangria and enjoy the gorgeous sunsets!
Brendan JordanDecember 5, 2013Don't visit on weekends during Summer, it'll be mobbed. Avoid crowds by going on weeknights. Great views of The Hudson; Explore old ships (if they're unlocked).
safia rSeptember 11, 2016Causal outdoor boat area. Gets very busy though, and can be tough to get a table. Everything is self-service here.
Juliana AmorimJuly 4, 2016nice & fancy - you should check it out. Great view in the summer. Prepare to feel floating even before get drunk :-)
Summer drinks on a boat! Come for lunch - the mussels are delicious, but stay away from the veggie burger.
Glamazon DiariesMay 26, 2011A must frequent when the weather gets hot, you can spot young professionals taking the day off with a cold brew. The lightship is an adventure in itself.
Noelle QuanciApril 18, 2013A boat that's been converted into a bar/restaurant. It's a cool place to grab a drink after strolling along the river walk.
Amy CummingsMay 18, 2017Great views. Pricey drinks, but that's to be expected. It felt like I was in vacation at a beach, not in NYC.
Lauren FordJuly 3, 2018A pitcher of sangria and a few orders of old bay fries is the cure for a very humid summer night.
An XiaoJune 25, 2010Such a fun place to explore. Nice way to end an evening of gallery strolling - be sure to make it there before sunset for a beautiful view. At night, you might even see stars.
Jonathan ScottJuly 16, 2011There's nothing better than spending an impromptu Sunday afternoon here, waiting on a long queue to meet crass bouncers before you enter a sea of 'preppy' (not the Zack Morris kind). A+ for the view!
If it weren't for the bros, I'd probably love it here. Alas, there are too many Lacoste-clad dudes toting buckets of Corona.
Frank WatsonMarch 23, 2012always look for space at the front of the ship - go all the way in and out to the fore deck - great views and best spot there
Hal KirklandJune 30, 2013While this may not be this bar's maiden voyage you're definitely going down. Not in the kinky-cool-back-of-the-taxi way, more so because of the sublime sun vs alcohol chemistry at play.Wear a raincoat
Kristen HessMay 4, 2013Gorgeous Waterfront Hudson views! Grab a burger and bucket of Coronas and soak up the Sun!
Jarred LoweMay 12, 20131) They allow dogs. 2) Tons is seating. Guaranteed a table. 3) Friendly (HOTT) staff. 4) 7$ Beers $26 Pitchers. 5) Rinse and repeat.- Daan V.November 24, 2011One of the best places to spend a hot summer afternoon. Grab a bucket of Coronas, order some food and enjoy the view!
LindsJuly 7, 2010Great spot during the early evening. Get a bucket of Coronas, burger from the grill, and check out the adjacent "Frying Pan" boat - complete with a bar and old crew member cots.
Colleen McAndrewAugust 18, 2014Get there early and work out a system with friends to save seats/space while other get drinks and food.
CompassJuly 23, 2013Buckets of beer, crab cakes, and a DJ lounge entice diverse crowds looking to get away from the city without ever leaving.
Courtney R.December 29, 2014Summer staple in NYC. Grab a drink here after perusing the art galleries on a Saturday.
Producteev BeaverJuly 19, 2011You'll want to take your team here. You'll also want to come early, as the later you wait, the longer the line. It pays to be eager! ;)
alexandra velellaMay 23, 2010Get a bucket of Corona! Best place for day drinking on a boat in the city! Get there before 4:30pm during the week for a table in the sun on the second floor! Read more- Eamonn CareyJuly 7, 2016Head for the upper deck part - you'll see it just past the first bar. Amazing views.
Great casual spot for groups. Seafood + bucket of corona + views of the Hudson = 🙏🏼
ExperiencesAugust 15, 2012"It gets crazy packed and clubby on the weekends, but go there late on a weeknight and you basically have the run of the ship." -DT
Christine RakesJune 6, 2013Perfect on a beautiful NY day. Nice views and ambience. Would recommend the white mussels.
Elliot WehnerJuly 4, 2015Bucket of coronas is the staple but have revamped other options. Great views but should come early to get a seat
never come here for happy hour. always come here for lunch, especially in the summer. (double especially if you work right across the street.)
Lena HMay 25, 2011Great spot for a quick outdoor lunch. Tried the chicken wrap which was great but doubted my choice once I saw (and drooled over) the burgers.
Frani LiebermanSeptember 1, 2012Come before 5 (like if you have no job or of you have a friend that doesn't work very hard) to get a table.... And then let the corona buckets flow
Gino M.July 3, 2013Nice view and atmosphere.. But if it's raining don't come without a huge umbrella and rubber boots!
Roxineus RoxineusMarch 24, 2015Unique fun location. Seating is amazing ...even the bathroom is great
refinery29August 3, 2014Fun fact: The boat sunk and lived underwater for an entire three years. Read more
Damian BayonaMay 14, 2015If you jump in the Hudson there is no ladder to get back up. They will have to throw you a life preserver and pull you up. You have been warned.
Blueberry Blue Point beer is so awesome paired with the views of a summer sunset. Plus, there's so many frat bros here
Colin WolfgangNovember 14, 2012Most fun you'll have on a warm summer afternoon. Bay seasoned french fries are a must.- If you don't want a bucket of Coronas, get a bottle of Sancerre on ice and head to either the upper deck or seating behind the stage.
Laurent MagloireSeptember 6, 2011Go in the boat on the left hand side at night. There's a DJ and a dance floor to go with at the very bottom of the boat.
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Lightship Frying Pan
205 12th Ave (at Pier 66 on W 26th St)
New York, NY 10001
United States
New York, NY 10001
United States
Historic Floating Barge and Lightship. Check our Facebook page for weather related openings/closings.
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–Midnight
(212) 989-6363
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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Yes
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