The Redhead
(Now Closed)Southern Food Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Food Network and The New York Times recommend this place
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Village VoiceSeptember 16, 2013Chef Meg Grace brings traditional fried chicken together with modern fine dining in this NYC gastropub. Try a specialty side: baked beans and jalapeno biscuits, kale salad, or golden-brown cornbread.
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014On Triple D, Guy was blown away by chef Meg Grace's Homemade Pretzels With Beer Cheese. For a comforting main course, try the Buttermilk Fried Chicken or Shrimp and Grits. Read more- Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014It's Meg's insatiable buttermilk fried chicken, with its buttermilk brine and flaky crust, that keeps customers coming back. The plate comes with a side of sweet cornbread and a market green salad. Read more
AmateurConciergeDecember 18, 2014Got here after 11 only to find a late night menu. Was shocked when everything I ordered (peanuts, kale salad, chickpea fritters, chorizo flat bread) was out in 5 minutes and was fantastic
Josephine SonJanuary 26, 2015Yes I know the fried chicken here has been around so long but I finally went the other night. Been kicking myself ever since...need to head back soon for more! Now I get it!!!
Mark BallingerMay 18, 2013Traveled from Fl and had one dinner. I saw redhead years ago and believer it was a great choice. I ordered the shrimp and grits the wide had the rabbit ravioli both were fabulous. Amazing al around
Jon SteinbackJuly 13, 2012tater tots are listed as an add-on to the hamburger dish, but you can also order them standalone side dish (even though it's not on the menu). and they're amazing. like little works of potato art.
Chris PolloneMarch 23, 2015Get the beer cheese, shrimp & grits, and fried chicken. Ask for the house made hot sauce. The chicken is better than the hype.
Vici VadelineJune 27, 2013Get the fried chicken! It's awesome! Ask for hot sauce if you like spicy! Their homemade hot sauce is ah-mazing! Too bad they only open for dinner! No delivery or take-out!
The Corcoran GroupSeptember 17, 2010Come early for dinner of Bacon Peanut Brittles, Grilled Pork Belly, Buttermilk Fried Chicken and finished off with a Dark & Stormy Float. They also have a late night menu.
Ellen WachtelaerJune 20, 2014Fried chicken= crunchy exterior heavenly moist inside, the octopus and black eyed peas = delish, shrimp with grits = amazing! Decor = cozy, service = excellent. A must go!
Best fried chicken. Get the pretzels with beer and cheese dip too. SO GOOD. I'm sad to leave this tip because I don't want it to get more crowded. Soundtrack is also awesome.
Some of the best fried chicken in the city and the best I've had in Manhattan. The shrimp and grits also rate a try. The chef is formerly of Commander's Palace in New Orleans so you know it's real.- Mark BallingerMay 20, 2013We really enjoyed this meal in NYC. I saw this place on DDD a while ago and now I get to eat here. Just as good as I expected maybe even better. Great shrimp and grits and the rabbit raviolis fabulous
Julieta FungSeptember 11, 2014The fried chicken is awesome! Super crunchy outside, even the breast is incredibly moist inside, and flavorful.
amNewYorkFebruary 6, 2012You might not want to order dessert -- because delicious homemade cookies come out at the end of the meal on the house. Cookie varieties change often, but our fave by far is the chocolate.
Cesar RazuriSeptember 3, 2013Come for the Parker House rolls, stay for the fried chicken. Honestly. The Cavatelli had too much sauce & lacked some type of flavor to cut through. Though the corn did add sweetness, it wasn't enough
Lynn BurkeJuly 10, 2012You MUST get the soft pretzels to start. I'm not much of a fried chicken person but it's really good. The shrimp, grits, and sausage is the entree to beat, though.
Santia ValerioNovember 6, 2014Get the Fried Chicken the lackluster side will be forgiven by this delectable savory and tender meat!
Corley StoneJanuary 24, 2015The bacon peanut brittle is AMAZING as are the fried chicken and the artichokes. Plus you get a free cookie with the check.
Start off with a house cocktail. Then get an ap. Menu changes often but there are favs that have stuck around like the shrimp, grits and sausage. It will not disappoint. And the tots are epic.
Ashley ReinerMarch 3, 2015Pretzel with beer cheese, roasted cauliflower salad, the chickpea kale fries, and the Brussel sprouts. Best dinner ever.
Nicole SweatMarch 4, 2016Soul food heaven! I don't eat fried chicken, but when I do, I want the best! Redheads is my # 1 for FRied Chicken and shrimp grits!
Nick AndlingerApril 3, 2016$4 dales pale ale and epic fried chicken with homemade hot sauce. No need to say more.
Becky WaddellMarch 4, 2013The fried chicken is the most obvious must-have, but the peanut brittle with bacon is for real one of the best things I've ever tasted. No joke.
Halley SprungFebruary 12, 2014everyone is shouting out the buttermilk fried chicken, but the kale salad is so delicious. refreshing, sweet and savory!- Start off with one of the great house cocktails. The menu changes often so check the website. Some items stick around. Fried chicken is a crowd fav. Read reviews online.
Dustin LeeOctober 9, 2016The shrimp is great. It's available as an appetizer if you still want the chicken as your entree.
Mike ChauDecember 14, 2013Try the Bacon Peanut Brittles - So intensely bacony. Get it in a bag to go to enjoy over a couple servings.
etta yMarch 25, 2011The fried chicken is as amazing as everyone says it is. It is served with a sprightly side salad with nuts, and a cute little cushion of perfect, softly sweet cornbread.
April ZhaoMarch 11, 2015The fried chicken was pretty average but the butter that comes with complimentary bread is so good!
LaDawn Penigar-MitchellNovember 22, 2016Super chill, divey vibe! Great happy hour and the shrimp and grits is phenomenal
Kevin PostlerAugust 29, 2014EVERYTHING!! We had the Soft Pretzels & the carbonara flatbread for starters. I could have eaten 5 orders of it.
The New York TimesMay 6, 2010Recommended: Bacon peanut brittle, chips & dip, pretzel with beer cheese, mushroom flatbread, one-eyed Caesar, sweet corn soup, shrimp and grits, fried chicken, pork chops, caramel banana pudding. Read more
Kate MalayMarch 26, 2010Get the Caesar w one-eyed Susan, I tried to make it at home and can't replicate it, the way they do it is perfect! I love the buttermilk fried chicken and beef cheek w truffle vinaigrette. <3 Redhead.
K TranJuly 17, 2014Doesn't matter what you order- it'll come out delicious and well-balanced. The Aviation will land you on the floor, however 😉.
Michael GarodNovember 27, 2015Cheap, unique cocktails for happy hour. The fried chicken is juicy! Skip the shrimp and grits though.
Serious EatsDecember 5, 2012Must-Haves: Crab leek tart, summer bean salad, Low Country shrimp, fried chicken
Jessica AprilDecember 20, 2013Solid food. Great fried chicken. Good burger. Good vibe. Perfect for dinner with friends.
Leah HammerschlagApril 2, 2016The fried chicken is super tasty, the burger is fab. Also solid happy hour.
Mark TannoJune 22, 2015Start with the pretzels and beer cheese. And dig into the buttermilk fried chicken for the main.
Kira FisherMarch 7, 2016Really affordable happy hour from 4-7 with good cocktails. Nice neighborhood joint.
BeccaApril 19, 2010Order the braised beef cheek - it will melt in your mouth. For dessert, try the pineapple upside cake. And thank your server for the take-home treats: chocolate chip cookies!
Catherine ThompsonMay 11, 2015Went for dinner and the food was wonderful, came back late night for a drink and left because the bartender was too busy dancing behind the bar to make it. Waited 30+ minutes on a SUNDAY
Desiree GSeptember 20, 2014Where I realized fried chicken and watermelon compliment each other...literally!
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