Lightship Frying Pan
Beer Garden, Bar, and Boat or Ferry$$$$
Chelsea, New York
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"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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Dave DawsonSeptember 12, 2013The crowd gets pretty bro-ey around happy hour. But perfect for an afternoon beer after walking along the West Side path.
KahleeMay 28, 2010Must sit on the top tier at the front of the main boat around sunset. Absolutely gorgeous and the gentle swaying is relaxing. Its like a 4th of July BBQ every day.
Take out of towners on a summer evening. The line usually moves pretty quick.
ReshmaJuly 30, 2011Come by 6pm on Fridays or 3pm on weekends to grab a table. And make sure you don't easily get seasick!
Panagiota PamelaSeptember 1, 2012come with friends to relax, have a beer, food is good. great view of husdon
Janine JansonMay 20, 2012Try the white wine sangria and do your best to avoid the yuppies, a little hard since they are everywhere
Marcie QuintanaSeptember 10, 2015Fun atmosphere. The swaying took some getting used to. If you get easily sea sick you should probably stay away.
Diane Jean-MaryApril 23, 2016Don't go hungover! The boat is docked but sways with the water. You've been warned ;-)- Michelle GervaisApril 23, 2010If you want to FEEL like you're not in Manhattan but BE in Manhattan - this is the spot! A floating dive bar with a huge firepit at night - awesome!!
Crunch GymAugust 30, 2010Test your balance as you walk along this Lightship that was built in 1929. Then head to Crunch to get in sea-worthy shape like the sailors that used to roam these decks.
Upper deck with umbrella is key but front deck is second choice. Get the Sangria!
Leanne ZApril 2, 2016Think this place is kinda overrated for the nighttime. But a good option for the neighborhood. Would try during the day.
Katie DesmondOctober 9, 2010another must-see in NYC. perfect way to spend a summer afternoon in the city. i only wish it was easier to get to; it's so off the beaten path
Shakira SaundersJuly 7, 2010At the Frying Pan, you get to hop on a ship for a great dive bar experience! The views are awesome and the drinks are cheap! Read more
Demetra SherwoodSeptember 1, 2014Way more of a college spring break than Nantucket vibe. Great view but do yourself a favor and avoid the mixed drinks at all costs.
Amazing place for warm weather. It closes during winter.
Brandon BrinkleyJune 19, 2011Wasteful trash. Most is recyclable. Str8 to can. Great view and crab cake was worth selecting. Loved the salad it was laid on.
Yasmeen HusainJuly 11, 2014Nice views of the city, but if you're sensitive to motion....come at your own risk!!
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Design HotelsAugust 16, 2010Fruity sangria, nice food and a beautiful view over the Hudson river - that´s all you need to spend a different evening in Manhatten. Read more
Raja HAugust 27, 2014The food here is overpriced and mediocre at best. If you're hungry, the $3 grilled hotdog is the way to go. Order two and load em up with hot sauce!
Rebecca WJuly 29, 2015I've never gotten seasick in my life (I've spent days at a time on a small boat) but 25 min on the Frying Pan and I felt awful. If you get even a little motion sick don't do it.
Bootlegger 21 Vodka New YorkMay 18, 2012Try Bootlegger 21 Vodka, made in NY from corn, so it's Gluten free. Drink local!
Jetset FarrynApril 5, 2010Head up the ship and park yourself on the top tier for the best views of the west side. Don't forget a burger & fries on the way up. Read more
Adam SchuitSeptember 11, 2015Outdoor drinking on a boat off of Manhattan, what could be better?! Also pretty women too!
kristina lucarelliMarch 19, 2010in the summer, get there by noon. sit on the top level all the way toward the back, overlooking the hudson. let the corona flow.
BollareMarch 29, 2012"This boat-turned-bar is a great way to unwind on summer nights, especially with the Sangria pitchers! - Nicole S."
Ben GAugust 29, 2014If you get motion sick, don't sit on the roof. Or have a few drinks and you'll stop noticing.
Charlotte & LisaJune 5, 2012Many a straight man shoved on a barge and given buckets of beer. By far the largest gathering of "bros" in Manhattan.
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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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No
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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