Wm. Farmer and Sons

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   Ellen

   New York City

   24 reviews

   5.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I always enjoy this restaurant. It is constantly a great place to dine whether it is just 2 or a large party.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Ellen, Thank you for keeping us in your rotation! It’s lovely to hear that you always enjoy your time with us, no matter the group you’re with. We look forward to next time.
   

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   Michael

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   12 reviews

   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice menu. Great service. Nice ambiance. I can’t justify the $25 aneíjo tequila Manhattan I ordered but somehow they can get NYC prices entertaining their clientele.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded 5 days ago

   Hi Michael, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you liked the menu, ambience, and felt service was great. We take our drinks seriously, and we hold ourselves to the standards you find in NYC!
   

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   Harrison

   Upstate NY

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service and food are outstanding in a very comfortable relaxed environment. We were entertaining family from Chicago and the staff was very friendly and did not rush us at all. We had superb service —always attentive but not intrusive. The food was excellent especially the trout. And the cocktails were literally “ perfect”.
   

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   Melissa

   Philadelphia

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food and drinks were delicious! Great ambience and friendly staff.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded 5 days ago

   Hi Melissa, We’re delighted hearing that not only was the meal delicious, but that it was complimented by the ambience and staff. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you soon!
   

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   Tamara

   VIP

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 3, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a wonderful meal! Warm and festive vibe. Locally sourced & delicious food. Amazing service!
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on December 7, 2024

   Hi Tamara, It’s good to know you had another wonderful meal with us! With the fireplace crackling, we’re all about staying cozy and celebrating the season. Thank you for letting us know the food was delicious and the service amazing – come back soon!
   

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   Lisa

   New York City

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Most beautifully lit room I have ever seen….candlelight….fireplace Food was good. Lovely menu. Great for oysters and cured meat. Sorbet very disappointing.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on December 3, 2024

   Hi Lisa, We’re thrilled at your review of the dining room! Thank you so much. We’re glad you found items on the menu you enjoyed, like the oysters – they're very popular here. We appreciate your note on the sorbet. Stop by again if you’re in the area!
   

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   Joanna

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 24, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Lovely evening at Wm Farmer & Son. Food was delicious. Red wine (Montalcino) rich and full bodied. Steak superb and salad yummy (but a tad too much green goddess dressing). Bread toasted and yummy. Thank you to our kind and attentive waiter. we will be back!
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on November 26, 2024

   Dear Joanna, We’re pleased you had a lovely evening. It makes sense when you mention pairing the Montalcino with your steak and salad! It’s good to know everything was yummy and we appreciate your note on the salad. Thank you for pointing out the quality of the service, too. We look forward to next time!
   

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   brian

   Portland

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Good was pretty average. Ambiance is nice. Personally I expected more.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on November 26, 2024

   Hi Brian, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on your experience. We’re happy you stopped by. If there’s anything else we could have done to meet your expectations, we welcome the knowledge!
   

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   Mark

   Upstate NY

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience. The food was delicious and our server Lee was delightful. Friendly and truly guided our experience with his knowledge and suggestions. A pro’s pro. This place is at the top of everyone’s list for a reason.
   

   Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on November 25, 2024

   Hi Mark, We’re glad you had a wonderful experience! Thank you for letting us know Lee was a delight in sharing knowledge of the menu. Our staff play a crucial part in making sure your meal goes well, and we’re happy to pass on the compliments to Lee. We feel lucky to be at the top of your list, and we hope to see you again soon.
   

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    Isa

    Upstate NY

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Great people and service overall. This was not the first time for misunderstandings. When I mention no dairy in anything, I assumed that would be understood. No dairy in a sauce, no cheese, etc. I received a cheese topping extravaganza on a soup. They brought it back to scrap the cheese off and left me a melted residue cheese cup of soup which made me with sick. Another time I ordered a burger and mentioned no dairy. They cooked the burger side by side on the same grill as their fish and the burger tasted and smelled like fish and they acknowledge that it was cooked by the fish and that was their mistake, and they reduced the bill. Third was when I asked for a well done burger with no dairy, and they told me the buns have butter in them and the burger was near raw. I assume the chef was not at their best each time I have been there. I hope they realize cross contamination and health issues are real and they tighten up ship.
    

    Wm. Farmer and SonsResponded on November 26, 2024

    Hi Isa, We appreciate you bringing up the important conversation around dietary restrictions. It sounds like clarity is needed around what we can do to meet those needs. Our staff are trained to inquire about allergies and dietary restrictions, and we welcome conversation on how we can ensure a safe and enjoyable dining experience. If there is any uncertainty about a dish adhering to dietary needs, we can only advise not consuming something that could lead to sickness or adverse reactions. We regret that you have experienced lapses in communication while dining with us. It is gracious of you to give us 4 stars, and we thank you for letting us know what part of our operation needs a little more attention.
    

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