Genrev Naig

Food and service was exceptional. The atmosphere is loud but it was expected. Little Owl is a cozy, charming restaurant offering delicious, high-quality American cuisine. Known for its intimate setting and warm atmosphere, it serves flavorful dishes with a creative twist. A great spot for a memorable meal!

Rons Kaleidoscope

Little Owl, located in Manhattan’s West Village, is a charming and intimate restaurant that boasts a cozy, neighborhood vibe. Its iconic corner exterior is instantly recognizable as the apartment building featured in the TV series Friends, making it a must-visit spot for fans of the show. The menu is Mediterranean-inspired, with standout dishes like the Gravy Meatball Sliders and the perfectly cooked Pork Chop. The quality of the food is complemented by warm, attentive service and a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere. While the space is small, it adds to the intimate charm, though reservations are highly recommended. Overall, Little Owl is a delightful mix of nostalgia for Friends enthusiasts and an exceptional dining experience for food lovers.

+6

Delicious food and drinks. Chicken was my favorite.😋 The place is a bit small so recommend to make reservations.

Loved dining here! The food was amazing and our servers were excellent. We dined in the outdoor area, but there are warm heaters and it was very cozy. I recommend making reservations, as they stay very busy. If you’re a Friends fan, the restaurant is at the bottom of the Friends apartment building and was also used for the outside shots of Central Perk.

+6

vedran mikulek

We wanted to visit the famous apartment building from Friends 🏙️✨. Of course, you can’t actually go inside – it’s a private building where people live – but just standing in front of it feels so special for fans of the show. 💫📺 The whole neighborhood around it is really charming, full of little cafés, restaurants, and cool spots to explore ☕🍴. Even though we couldn’t step inside, we didn’t mind – at the end of the day, it’s all about business and real life 💼, and the true magic is simply being there and soaking in the atmosphere. If you’re planning a visit, bring your camera 📸, your excitement 😍, and enjoy the iconic vibes of this legendary spot. ✨ You can’t just go in for a coffee – you also need to order some food 🍴. The café is quite small with limited seating, so I understand the owner’s concept of not wanting people to sit inside with only a coffee. Since we had already eaten earlier and weren’t hungry, we had to go somewhere else. We didn’t mind – nowadays everything is about making money and business 💼💡. If you plan to go inside, make sure to bring your appetite 😋 and enjoy the unique atmosphere. 🏙️✨

+1

Cosmin Bădoiu

We honestly came just to have a few pictures of the location and we ended up having brunch. Probably one of the best meals we had in New York so far! Really nice! Also, staff was helpful, smiling and respectful. Congrats!

Lee Allen-Trammell

Where do I even start… I’ll be honest, I was a little skeptical walking in. My reservation was at 2 PM and the restaurant closes at 2:30 PM to reset for dinner service. Usually, when you catch a spot right before closing, the quality can slip. But let me tell you—boy, was I wrong. From the moment we sat down, our server Adrian was a sweetheart. She swore every dish I asked about was good. Normally, I take that with a grain of salt—but the chef took that grain of salt and seasoned every single plate to absolute perfection. The steak? Juicy and flawlessly seasoned. The fries? Golden, crisp, and salted just right. The corn? A straight-up 10000/10. The bibb lettuce salad literally melted in my mouth, the eggs were cooked exactly how I like them, and the drinks? Bomb. Special shoutout to Jordan, who was just as amazing and attentive. Between the food and the service, this was hands down an amazing dining experience. I cannot wait to come back for dinner service. You’ve got a forever customer in me.

Aida Akhmetova Demir

Didn’t get to eat here since it was closed, but as a Friends fan, this spot is a must-see! The Little Owl sits right under the famous apartment building, and it’s such a surreal moment standing there in person after seeing it on screen so many times. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the West Village, even just for the photo.

Lisa S

The cute little place is downstairs from the "Friends" apartment building. I came in for lunch one day while I was in the area playing tourists in my own city. The restaurant is small and clean inside, and they do offer outdoor dining. They have a limited sized menu with some pretty good options, and the prices are reasonable. I went with the Crispy Bell and Evans Chicken, and it is absolutely delicious. The skin was perfectly crisp, and the chicken itself was juicy. The mashed potatoes with gravy were superb. Service was great here as well. I was expecting your usual tourist trap kind of establishment, but this place exceeded my expectations. It is definitely worth checking out if you are a fan of "Friends" and are looking for a place to dine while in the area. I will stop in again the next time I want to play a tourist again in the area.

+1

This by far the best food I have ever had at a restaurant. The eggplant parmigiana was amazing. The black sea bass with garlic parm risotto was amazing. Service was amazing! We found out about this place from a West Village local and it was the highlight of our visit the area.