Having taken a trip a few years ago to Croatia and Slovenia, I was curious about Pekarna NYC, Manhattan’s first Slovenian-American restaurant on the Upper West Side. I arranged to meet a friend there. Pekarna initially expanded its New American menu to include Slovenian cuisine and has become a popular events venue in its neighborhood.

Pekarna Restaurant NYC Bar Seating. Photo: Sora Vernikoff

Pekarna Restaurant NYC Dining Area. Photo: Sora Vernikoff
The food was fresh and fabulous. I added a topping of grilled chicken to sauteed cauliflower, sesame seeds, golden raisins, Calabrian chilies, scallions, and croutons to my salad entree and almond sauce.

Pekarna Restaurant NYC Salad Entree. Photo: Sora Vernikoff
As I was ready to leave the restaurant, I noticed their hosting of Alice in Wonderland: An Immersive Cocktail Experience. It was irresistible, and I went to take photos of the event. Fun indeed! They were serving Mocktails!

Pekarna Restaurant NYC Alice in Wonderland Theme. Photo: Sora Vernikoff

Scenes from Pekarna NYC. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Seating at Pekarna NYC. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Alice in Wonderland Theme at Pekarna NYC. Photo: Sora Vernikoff
I highly recommend Pekarna. Check their events schedule to see if you’d like to attend when you go. Excellent cuisine and fun events!
Pekarna NYC
594 Amsterdam Avenue at 89th Street, New York, NY 10024
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