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Jack's Wife Freda menu

10 dishes across 5 sections Mediterranean restaurant

Prices transcribed from the printed menu, last checked

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Photographed in store, August 2026. See all 4 pages

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Photographed in store in August 2026. The dish list below covers everything we could read clearly; the full card has more.

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Breakfast 9 dishes

  • Grapefruit Yogurt US$15.00

    grapefruit and mint, Lebanese yogurt, granola & honey

  • Rosewater Waffle US$19.00

    topped with Lebanese yogurt, mixed berries & honey syrup

  • Madame Freda US$25.00

    pressed sandwich with duck prosciutto, cheddar bechamel, gruyere & a sunny side up egg

  • Green Shakshuka US$16.00

    2 soft baked eggs in a green tomatillo shakshuka served with challah toast

  • Mediterranean US$18.00

    2 eggs served any style, chopped salad, labneh, avocado & pita bread

  • Poached Eggs W/Tomato & Haloumi* US$19.00

    2 poached eggs, roasted tomato, haolumi and gremolata, served with sourdough toast

  • Maya's Breakfast Bowl US$26.00

    scrambled or poached eggs, red quinoa, kale, spaghetti squash, roasted tomato, radish & avocado

  • Jack's Breakfast US$30.00

    grilled skirt steak, 2 eggs served any style, roasted tomato, fingerling potatoes, pickled onions & sourdough toast

  • Side Duck Bacon US$10.00

    thinly sliced duck bacon cured in house and smoked with applewood

Shares 9 dishes

  • Grilled Haloumi US$16.00

    3 pieces of grilled haloumi with spiced grapes, olive oil and fresh mint

  • Chicken Wings US$18.00

    6 chicken wings grilled with peri peri sauce & topped with scallions

  • Fried Zucchini Chips US$17.00

    sliced zucchini chips, lightly breaded & fried served with paprika aioli

  • Salt & Pepper Eggplant US$17.00

    Japanese eggplant seasoned with salt & pepper, served with tzatziki

  • Spiced Beet Dip US$16.00

    a beet and tahini puree topped with feta & za'atar, served with pita bread

  • Roasted Cauliflower US$19.00

    roasted cauliflower topped with fresh cauliflower, a creamy garlic dressing, parsley & capers

  • Kefta Kebab US$20.00

    Persian meatballs with tahini & pine nuts, served with pita bread

  • Whole Roasted Garlic US$9.00

    whole bulb of garlic slow roasted, cut in half, topped with olive oil, maldon sea salt & served with a baguette

  • Matzo Ball Soup US$17.00

    one large matzo ball in a roasted chicken broth with dill & sliced carrot

Salads 3 dishes

  • Kale Greek Salad US$18.00

    kale, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onions, salt-cured olives & feta in a red wine vinaigrette

  • House Salad US$19.00

    butter lettuce, shaved radish & carrot, avocado, pea shoots in a tarragon vinaigrette

  • Tuna Salad US$20.00

    with chopped tomatoes, avocado & red onions in a sweet soy balsamic dressing served with arugula & sourdough

Sandwiches 7 dishes

  • Jack's Burger US$22.00

    short rib beef burger with tomato & fried onion

  • Prego Roll US$25.00

    Portuguese skirt steak sandwich with garlic butter

  • Chicken Prego US$24.00

    grilled chicken breast with smoked paprika aioli, watercress & onion

  • Salmon Burger US$24.00

    with pea shoots & chipotle labneh aioli, served on a potato bun

  • Grilled Eggplant Baguette US$20.00

    with roasted tomato, mozzarella, olive tapenade & pesto

  • Mashed Avocado On Seeded Bread US$19.00

    open faced sandwich with cherry tomato jam, pickled carrots & za'atar

  • Duck Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich US$21.00

    with duck bacon, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese & tomato jam

Entrees 10 dishes

  • Chicken Kebab US$24.00

    Peri Peri marinated chicken with couscous & chopped salad

  • Fish A La Plancha US$29.00

    Sesame soy glaze with sautéed kale & radish

  • Peri-Peri Chicken US$32.00

    a grilled half chicken prepared spatchcock style & seasoned with Peri Peri, served with diced salad

  • Whole Fish US$40.00

    head to tail, served with couscous, chopped salad & gremolata

  • Steak Frites US$46.00

    with maitre d'butter & fries

  • Chicken Schnitzel US$28.00

    with mashed potatoes & diced salad

  • Spaghetti & Meatballs US$22.00

    traditional spaghetti noodles in Freda's tomato sauce with parmesan cheese

  • Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs US$26.00

    spaghetti squash noodles in Freda's tomato sauce with parmesan cheese

  • Vegetable Curry Bowl US$26.00

    medley of fresh veggies in a spicy coconut curry sauce with couscous & house chutney

  • Mustard Seed Tofu US$22.00

    pan fried mustard seed crusted tofu served over spaghetti squash, topped with parsley & radish

Sides 23 dishes

  • Side Arugula Salad US$8.00

    shallot vinaigrette garnished with pickled onions

  • Side Chopped US$10.00

    diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, lemon, olive oil, black pepper & mint

  • Side Sauteed Kale US$12.00

    with garlic & olive oil

  • Side Spaghetti Squash US$14.00

    with garlic, olive oil & parsley

  • Side French Fries US$10.00

  • Side Couscous US$8.00

    with mint, olive oil & parsley

  • Side Mashed Potatoes US$10.00

  • Side Fngerling Potatoes US$10.00

    with garlic, fresh thyme, salt & pepper

  • Side Duck Bacon US$10.00

    thinly sliced duck bacon cured in house and smoked with applewood

  • Side Salmon US$13.00

  • Side Chicken Skewer US$12.00

    all natural free-bird chicken

  • Side Prego Steak US$14.00

  • Side Tofu US$9.00

  • Haloumi (1 Piece) US$4.00

  • Haloumi ( 2 Piece) US$8.00

  • Side Avocado US$5.00

  • Side Feta US$4.00

  • Side One Egg - Scrambled US$4.00

  • Side Two Egg - Scrambled US$8.00

  • Side One Egg - Poached US$4.00

  • Side Two Eggs - Poached US$8.00

  • Side One Egg - Sunny Side Up US$4.00

  • Side Two Eggs - Sunny Side Up US$8.00

Desserts 3 dishes

  • Flourless Chipotle Chocolate Cake US$12.00

    with chocolate mousse (gluten free)

  • Homemade Spiced Cheesecake US$12.00

    a rich, dense cheesecake seasoned with cinnamon, allspice and cloves.

  • Noam's Malva Pudding US$12.00

    a warm vanilla spongecake soaked in a caramel sauce with whipped cream on the side

Goods 4 dishes

  • Everything Sauce 7oz US$8.00

    a 7oz jar of our house made everything sauce

  • Pickled Onions 7oz US$8.00

    a 7oz jar of our house made pickled onions

  • Tzatziki 7oz US$8.00

    a 7oz jar of our house made tzatziki

  • Trio Of Sauces US$21.00

    all three of our house made sauces in individual 7oz jars

Kid's Menu 5 dishes

  • Kids Schnitzel US$12.00

    served with french fries

  • Kids Pasta US$12.00

    choice of red sauce or butter

  • Kids Burger US$12.00

    plain hamburger served with fries

  • Kids Grilled Cheese US$12.00

    served with french fries

  • Kids Scrambled Eggs US$12.00

    served with french fries

Daily Specials (To Go) 2 dishes

  • Fish & Chips US$30.00

  • Steak Special US$48.00

About these prices

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Let me introduce you to Jack's Wife Freda, a Mediterranean restaurant that feels like a neighborhood secret and a city icon at the same time, tucked into 72 University Pl, New York, NY 10003, right where downtown energy meets laid-back charm. When people ask me where to go for food that’s bright, comforting, and effortlessly cool, this is usually my first answer. The menu leans Mediterranean but stays playful, mixing bold flavors with familiar comfort food, so whether you’re craving a healthy plate, a quick bite, or something indulgent, it never feels limiting. I love how easy it is to stop by for coffee in the morning, come back later for a relaxed lunch, or slide in during happy hour when cocktails, beer, wine, and small plates set the mood without trying too hard. The vibe is casual yet curated, making it just as good for solo dining as it is for group hangs or even private dining when you want something a bit more personal. Service options are flexible too, which matters in a busy city; you can grab takeaway, settle in for dine-in, order delivery, or enjoy outdoor seating when the weather cooperates. What really keeps me coming back is how inclusive the offerings feel, with vegan and vegetarian options, organic dishes, fresh salads, and lighter plates sitting comfortably next to late-night food and all-you-can-eat moments that turn a meal into an experience. Add in spirits, happy-hour food, and that unmistakable buzz of people genuinely enjoying themselves, and Jack's Wife Freda becomes more than just a restaurant-it’s a reliable go-to for real food, real conversations, and a consistently good time in the heart of New York. For first-timers, the space feels welcoming from the door, the service stays friendly without hovering, and the menu encourages sharing, lingering, and ordering one more plate, which makes every visit feel spontaneous rather than scheduled.

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