Fanelli Cafe

SoHo & Chinatown


Cozy, convivial Fanelli is the consummate soak, pouring drinks on this corner since 1847. And while SoHo may have changed over the years, Fanelli remains true to its earthy roots – tinted mirrors, pictures of boxers and all. Skip the average food; you're here to swill and reminisce among friends, new and old.


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