ZipPicks Awards
Best French Fries in Financial District
Master Critic Review
Hole in the Wall - FiDi
8.7
This Australian-leaning cafe in the heart of the Financial District does heaping plates of burgers, bowls, and brunch, but the fries are a constant—hot, crisp, and generously portioned alongside mains and snacks. With high-volume traffic from office regulars and a strong rating across platforms, it’s one of the most reliable spots in 10038 when you want fries that actually get talked about.
Must-Try Dishes:
French Fries, Chargrilled Burger with Fries, Loaded Brunch Plates with Fries
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 8.9
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: High-volume brunch cafe where properly crisp fries anchor burgers and plates.
Who should go: Office regulars craving serious brunch and dependable fries.
When to visit: Weekday lunches and early brunch before the longest queues.
What to order: French fries, house burger with fries, brunch plate with fries.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar or counter to get fries straight from the pass.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Paid garages on Water Street and Pearl Street; street parking is scarce during office hours.
Dress code: Casual—workwear, athleisure, and jeans all common.
Noise level: Moderate midday bustle; generally easy to hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 15–30 minutes depending on brunch carryover crowds.
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes at peak office rush, often no wait after 1:30pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—salads, bowls, fries, avocado-focused brunch items.
Vegan options: Limited—fries and a couple of bowl customizations, but not a full vegan menu.
Gluten-free options: Partial—some bowls and salads can be adjusted, but fries share fryers.
Best For
Better for: Best for fry quality and portion size tied to hearty brunch plates and burgers.
Skip if: Skip if you want a quiet, white-tablecloth meal or fully dedicated vegan/gluten-free service.