Eat · Lower Manhattan (9/11 Memorial to City Hall)

Fraunces Tavern

A pub in an 18th-century building where George Washington bade farewell to his officers in 1783: a seated lunch or a drink near Wall Street, with a small museum upstairs; check hours and book for groups.

last order: unknownchairsAmericanNot field-verified

Key facts

Per person: US$25–55; American
Hours: unknown; see note below
Walk in: 14:00–17:00; easiest window
Seating: chairs; booking: true
Card: yes
Getting there: Pearl Street, Lower Manhattan; 5 min walk

Go now?

Open?

Lunch to late evening; check the day

Busy this hour

Estimate by hour below

Easiest walk-in

14:00–17:00

Reservations

Reserve ahead

Paying

Cards taken

Per person

US$25–552026 estimate · check

DirectionsWhat to order ↓

Washington's farewell in 1783
Museum upstairs
A pub near Wall Street
Order: A pub lunch
Table seating
Walk-in window: 14:00–17:00
Queue risk: 11:30–14:00
Book ahead

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Directions

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Plan

When you can walk in, what to order, how to pay

Walk-in windows

11:30–14:00: risky14:00–17:00: highevening: risky

A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.

A historic tavern with a bar and dining rooms

When to go, hour by hour

desk estimate · not live

Quietest listed hour: 11:00 (light).

11:00lightlittle or no wait
12:00heavyexpect a line
13:00packedexpect a long line
14:00busya short wait is possible
17:00heavyexpect a line
18:00packedexpect a long line
19:00heavyexpect a line
21:00busya short wait is possible

Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; weekends and public holidays run one level higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.

How to order here

The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.

1Ask for a table on the ground floor or the bar.
2Order from the menu and specials.

No shared language? Point at the dish or a photo of it. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.

What to say

In English	Say or show	Sounds like
How much is it?	How much is this?	prices are usually shown
The check, please	Can I get the check?	US usage
To go	For here or to go?	a common question at counters
Hello	Hi / Hey	casual and universal
Thank you	Thanks	said constantly

Portions and sharing

Check whether a tip is already included for a large group.

Extras, condiments and what costs extra

Service charge: May be added for groups — Check the bill.

Paying and tipping

Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits.

Ask the price of specials.
Cards accepted; tip 18–22%.
Tipping: 18–22% at restaurants; $1–2 a drink; round up taxis.
Tip 18–22% at sit-down restaurants; menu prices exclude tax and tip.
Check that a service charge is not already included for groups.
Many delis and bodegas take cash only; carry small bills.

At the table

Lunch specials are cheaper than dinner at the same restaurant.

Menu and prices

2026 estimate

BurgerA steady choice.US$18–26if hungry
Fish and chipsA pub classic.US$24–34if hungry
SaladLighter.US$14–22if hungry
BeerOn tap.US$9–12if hungry
CocktailAsk the price.US$14–18if hungry

2026 estimate, US dollars.

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2 people

Burger
US$18–26
0
Fish and chips
US$24–34
Contains (from menu notes, check): fish
0
Salad
US$14–22
0
Beer
US$9–12
0
Cocktail
US$14–18
0

Food and drink

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Menu prices are 2026 estimates (check the board or menu on the day).

Split the bill 2 ways

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Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits. Local custom: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill. Tipping calculator

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Price and paying

Typical spend: US$25–55 per person (2026 estimate)

Paying

Cashyes

Accepted.

Cardyes

Major cards.

mobileyes

Phone payments.

Diet and allergies

Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.

Vegetarianask
A few dishes.
Show: I do not eat meat.
Veganask
Ask.
Halalask
Ask.
Show: No pork, please.
Gluten-freeask
Ask.
Show: I need gluten-free.
Nut allergyask
Ask.

What is in the dishes

Fish and chipsfish

Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.

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Who it suits, booking, closures

okSolo — A bar seat.

okKids — A basic menu.

cautionStroller — Steps at the door; ask.

goodGroups of 5+ — Book ahead.

cautionWheelchair — Historic building; ask about access.

How to book: Phone or online.
How far ahead: 1 to 2 days for groups
No-show / cancel fee: Check the policy
Dress code: Casual.

When	Status	Note
Public holidays	check before you go	Hours vary.
Some days	check before you go	Confirm.

On the ground

Hygiene and comfort

Restrooms: Restroom on site · accessible restroom: check
Seating: Chairs at tables
Kids: kids' menu: ask · stroller: caution · Fine outside the rush
Access: step-free: partial · A historic building; confirm steps

Hygiene

A standard restaurant kitchen.

Facts

Reservations: Taken — Book ahead for groups and busy evenings.
Capabilities: food · toilet · seated_rest
Getting there: Pearl Street, Lower Manhattan · ~5 min walk

Cons

Busy at lunch and after work near Wall Street.
Mid-range prices.
Hours change; confirm.

Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check2 parts

Dish glossary

On the menu	What it is	Order it how
Prix fixe	A set-price menu.	Ask if one is offered.
Pint	A large glass of beer.	Order a pint or a half.
Happy hour	Discounted drinks in the early evening.	Ask the hours.
Special	A dish of the day.	Ask the price.

Price check

2026 estimate

locals pay: Mains are US$18–34; the price is the same for everyone.
tourist price: Wall Street locations add a business-lunch premium.
rule: Ask the price of specials.

Extra on the table	Typical charge	What to do
Service charge	May be added for groups	Check the bill.

Deep dive

Questions, nearby food and sources

Questions and answers

answered by Voykit editors · dated

Is it worth a visit?

For the history and a seated lunch, yes.

Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk

Is it busy at lunch?

Yes near Wall Street; go before 12:00 or after 14:00.Yes near Wall Street; go before 12:00 PM or after 2:00 PM.

Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk

Is the museum upstairs open?

Check the museum's own hours and ticket; it is separate from the restaurant.

Is it the actual building?

The building dates from the 18th century and has been restored; check the museum for the history.

Answers come from Voykit editors, not from other travellers.

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Nearby

Straight-line distance; walk time adds 30% for streets.

Used as a seated rest node in New York in 4 days.

Sources

secondaryWikivoyage — New York City (eat)