Ed's Lobster Bar is the accomplishment of an idea stemming from Edward McFarland’s long love of fish cookery and Northeast seafood culture. He is an FCI (French Culinary Institute) graduate who studied directly under some of the most notable French Chefs of our day including Alain Sailhac.

A quick study, Ed was able to create a growing role as a serious cook in some of the world’s best kitchens. At Le Cirque, he had the privilege of working with the esteemed Sotha Kuhn with his mastery of fine seafood handling. At Picholine, under Terrance Brennan’s Chef de Cuisine-Dave Pasternak, Edward learned the very valuable skills that would later direct his energies even more towards seafood and seasonal garnishes.

Settling down with Rebecca Charles of the celebrated Pearl Oyster Bar in the west village, Edward would run the kitchen and restaurant as her Sous Chef for six years. This experience deepened his sense of New England's long cuisine tradition. It also prompted his purchase of land in northern Maine.

Edward McFarland faithfully honed his unique style throughout his years of study, apprenticeship, and play. He would then realize his dream of owning a restaurant. On March 16, 2007 NYC got a very well received SoHo mainstay- Ed's Lobster Bar. There he continues to develop a close relationship with New England's food culture and New York City's insatiable quest to enjoy their long tradition. Here, he eloquently brings his love and passion for seafood in a delightful neighborhood setting.