I came recently with a group of 4, and we were pleasantly surprised by how nice the decor was. A bit too dimly lit (almost hard to read the menu), but overall, everything was set up quite nicely! Service was also friendly and quick, which we appreciated. We got the wood year mushrooms and the preserved egg to start, and the wood year was the highlight of the dinner. Super crispy, in a nice tangy sweet and sour sauce, and overall was a really refreshing and enjoyable dish. The preserved egg was quite strange. It was drenched in a VERY sweet sauce, which made it almost like a dessert. This was pretty hard to finish. We then had the egg tofu with mushroom, the kung pao tofu, and the slice fish in chili oil. The egg tofu was good; pretty traditional, but nothing super special. The kung pao tofu was just ok; the sauce didn't really penetrate the tofu that much. The slice fish was quite good. The balance of spice and mala numbing was great, and overall, the fish was really well seasoned. Overall, pretty decent food. Not super authentic, and you're definitely paying for the ambience. Would recommend if you're looking for a nice environment to have a dinner in, but there are better places for authentic Chinese food! read more

We came here on a Wednesday night for the live music and it was great vibes. the interior was beautiful, hints of greenery everywhere. As for the food, my favorites were the spicy cumin lamb and beef in chili oil -- must order if you enjoy spicy food!! Sadly, I was disappointed by two of their popular dishes, crab tofu and curry fried rice. The tofu was soft and cooked well but did not have much flavor, bland. The fried rice with the curry flavor also did not go well together in my opinion. As for the other dishes, they were all delicious as well! I definitely want to come back here to try the other dishes!! Once I curate my favorites from this restaurant, I believe this will be one of my favorite Chinese restaurants. read more

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the food was really tasty and came out at a reasonable wait time but this place is wayyyy overpriced

Dined here for my sister's birthday dinner. I loved the restaurant itself - the setting was very cute and cozy (plants and hanging lights). The food was really great!! My favorites were the dandan noodles (spicy), cucumber salad, and green beans. The cucumber salad was one of the best I ever had. The other dishes were really great as well. The service was amazing. The staff accommodated adding another seat at the table. They also brought out other dishes for a peanut allergy. It was really nice of them to consider that! They also gave dessert baos for her birthday! Would definitely return again! read more

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I came here for dinner with a group of 4 people on a Saturday night. I definitely recommend making a reservation on Resy in advance since the place was packed. The staff were really nice though and we did manage to seat us at a table outside. It actually wasn't that bad with the heat lamps and the outdoor seating area was enclosed. We ordered the whole steamed fish, the tea smoked duck (1/4 duck), the duck fried rice, the string beans, and the eggplant. My favorite dishes were the tea smoked duck and the whole steamed fish. The duck was flavorful and cooked perfectly. The whole steamed fish was lightly seasoned and not overcooked. The duck fried rice was a bit too salty so would pass on that dish. The eggplant and the string beans were also a bit too salty too. I would still come back and try other dishes! read more

Happy Lunar New Year everyone! Had a really great time at this new Brooklyn spot to celebrate the holiday with my mom 1. Bean curd in chili oil - pretty good but think we should've gone with the beef version 2. Eggplant - always a staple for us! So flavorful 3. Shredded beef w green pepper - honestly was surprisingly good and would get again 4. Fish w green peppercorn (lunar new year menu) - didn't like at all. Wasn't flavorful and my mom didn't enjoy how much peppercorn there was 5. Egg lava buns - ughhh so sweet and gooey and soft and everything 6. Soup dumplings - really good! Not a ton of soup but I enjoyed them. Not a must, though 7. Rice ball w red bean soup (lunar new year menu) - not the traditional dish we thought it'd be. Wayyyy too sweet and wasn't worth Overall- My experience wasn't anything special but the food was pretty good and I'd love to go back to try some other dishes. read more

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I've recently discovered this spot and really love it! It's open and airy and the food is delicious! Everything I've gotten here so far has been flavorful and has made me want to come back. My favorite dishes so far have been the crab tofu, the golden fish filet (which is fried fish with salty duck egg yolk), and the wontons in chili oil. We saw quite a few people order the fried rice dishes which we'll be back for next time. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star is because the food takes a bit of time to arrive so make sure you're not super hungry if you're waiting for food to come quickly. read more

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Stopped by after shopping in the area and was extremely pleased with the overall quality of the food! We ordered 3 items: golden filets, dandan noodles, and har gow. The highlight of the order was definitely the golden fish filet! They got a little soggy as expected as we unfortunately had to take the order to go as we were in a rush but they let us place the order there and we were out within 15 minutes. I would definitely recommend eating there as the overall vibe of the restaurant is immaculate. The restaurant is draped with hundreds of plants! We found ourselves questioning the intricacies of keeping all the plants so lively and healthy. Phenomenal restaurant, definitely worth a visit! read more

Okay... probably some of the best cocktails I've had in NYC. If I could handle spice, it'd probably be one of the best meals, too! Our server did an honest job giving us a sense of how much food we needed, but we did still over order a bit! This place just feels cool. The plants with the concrete flooring gives it a brutalist feel... but in a good way haha read more

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Incredibly (simple) elevated Szechuan. We had the cold beef shank/tripe- same as any place- an excellent dish u jus can't F up. We had the curry fried rice, crispy jerky beef and sui mai to share. The sui mai were incredible and my overall favorite. It was actually stuffed with sticky soy fried rice w teeny bits of meat and texture. That is so different and perfectly executed. The jerky beef came in a large vat of fried crispy beef that had a slight powdery texture kind of like shredded beef one would get on top of Asian Mayo buns. And mixed in w 3 cups of chopped red pepper that we learned that you can eat and chew for flavor and texture- if dry papery heat is your thing- it is for me. The curry fried rice was delicious. Curry fried rice? Duh. They know what they are doing here. My coffee cocktail was decent too. read more

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Such a Williamburgsy spot (take it any way you like). Service was great, had a friendly server. Food was hit or miss. I think we were also a bit disappointed because certain dishes did not come out the way we had imagined -- partially our fault. Cucumber salad and scallion pancakes were great. Hunan beef was delicious, perfectly prepared. Fried chicken and feihong tiger prawn was okay. Sichuan chili friend chicken was my least favorite. Not something I would go back to immediately but I wouldn't be opposed to going back either. read more

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Ambiance wasn't too loud, it's nice a dim in the restaurant. Service was amazing, the sever was very tentative and recommended delicious dishes. Food was amazing and the drinks were soooo good. All my friends who went with me loved everything that was served. Will definitely return !! read more

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Hands down some of the best Szechuan food I've had in the city (outside of flushing ofc!) The only thing I would note - the spice level of the food leaves something to be desired. However, I was impressed that even without the numbing spice of typical Szechuan food, the flavours of the dishes still stand strong on their own! Interior was modern, and spacious, an interesting combination of industrial and botanic aesthetics. The drinks were fun and creative, very much unlike anything I've had anywhere else. Service was attentive and efficient. Portions are a bit smaller than a typical Chinese restaurant, but where they lack in quantity, Birds of a Feather more than makes up in quality! read more

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Overall rating: 4.8 I was a bit nervous coming here. In my eyes, Chinese in Williamsburg was either going to be really overrated or terrible food. Boy, was I mistaken!! I had the chicken fried rice and string beans - both which were soo gooood. I can't remember if I did a walk-in or a reso, but I remember feeling lucky to get the last seat at the bar so it might have been a walk-in. Def go in with a reso. I went on a Wednesday around 8:30pm. And! There was surprise jazz. Since I was at the bar, I didn't get a very clear view, but it was pretty good! Overall pleasantly surprised on the quality. I didn't get a drink, but they were Williamsburg priced so don't expect a good deal just because it's a Chinese spot. I'd definitely go back if I'm craving Chinese and in the area. Living in deep Brooklyn, I am closer to Chinatown. But def worth a visit. read more

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Update - re business owner reply below, the whole point of the review wasn't about singing the birthday song (I honestly prefer not to) but how the waiter tried to ask us to leave after only 50 minutes sitting down. And also it was not true that the waiter didn't know it was my birthday until I opened the birthday cake box. At 50 minutes mark when he tried to ask us to leave, I told him that it was my birthday dinner. What a way to make it sound like the bad experience was my fault somehow. Honestly food was amazing and the restaurant was awesome and trendy too. Our drinks were incredible. The quality of the meal well exceeded my expectations. However, the service was extremely bad. I came here for my birthday dinner with friends. I had a reservation from a few weeks ago. We live far from Williamsburg and it was a hassle for us to come here, so we really looked forward to it. 50 minutes after we sat down and we were in the middle of eating the food, a waiter came and told us "the next reservation for this table is in 20 minutes. Can you guys wrap up?" I have never encountered such a thing so far in my life. After we pointed out how ridiculous this was, the waiter said we can take our time. I'm glad our dinner wasn't ruined in the end. Also there were several other tables that celebrated birthdays too. The restaurant staff sang happy birthday to those tables and gave them a dessert. But all our waiter did for us was trying to kick us out (I saw the waiter with the POS machine coming by several times when we clearly didn't finish). I honestly don't know why the treatment was different but this was a disappointing experience. I'd probably come back for the good food but never again for my birthday here. read more

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Absolutely delicious Chinese food in Williamsburg. Even if you don't live nearby, it is worth the trek. The inside is very modern and calming with lush plants. It does not look like a typical Chinese restaurant. The portions are on the smaller size so make sure you order enough dishes. This is what we ordered: Tea smoked duck: very very smokey. Maybe a little too Smokey... Woodear salad: delicious Scallion pancake: good Cumin lamb: really spicy! Pork dumplings in chili sauce: delicious Egg lava bun: the egg inside was partially solid so it was not completely lava. Maybe they did not bake it for long enough Overall, the quality of the food is pretty good. It's a little pricey considering the size of the dish but it's worth it! read more

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I've seen this place all over social media and my friend recommended me to come. My first impression is the ambiance and I'm a sucker for aesthetic looking places. They decorated this spot beautifully. We started off with cocktails, I got the momo in love and the banana one. For someone who's not the biggest fan of bananas in general, the cocktail wasn't bad at all. I would get it again. The sliced pork belly with garlic sauce and the beef tripe were good. I def recommend. The soup dumplings were also really good. I got the wontons with chili oil, and while it wasn't bad, I wouldn't get it again because everything else was so much better. I got the dongpo pork with bokchoy. The pork was definitely tender but a bit too fatty for my liking. The sauce was great. I don't regret getting this, but wouldn't get it again. Lastly I got the antidote curry fried rice. It was good but nothing special. Highly recommend the buns for dessert!!! So good read more

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The food was delicious! Enjoyed the numbing rib eye, crab fried rice, garlic eggplant, and pork soup dumplings! All three of us could have finished this! Cocktails were also provided to us. The inside is really stunning! An excellent venue for any event read more

I checked Antidote out a few days ago and let me just say, it's clear why this spot has a 5 star rating. From the ambiance to the fast service, from the food to the drinks - everything was incredible! Book your reservation to check it out neowww! We had the cold noodles, pork dumplings in chili oil and scallion pancakes to start. Came out probably 5-10 minutes after we ordered and it was nice and hot. All the dishes were soooo good. For our entree we intended on trying the 8 hour cooked pork (Dongpo Pork) but instead ordered the Twice Cooked Pork and Eggplant w/ Garlic Sauce. Note that dishes don't come with rice so you'd have to order separately. Even though we got the two pork dishes mixed up the one we ordered was still delicious. Will have to try the Dongpo next time. Lastly for drinks we had the "All On Me" and "Final Whisper". Both were very pretty and tasty but easy to drink fairly quickly. All in all I'm glad to have experienced this spot and will def be back!!! They have a jazz night on Wednesday's that sounds dope too read more

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Antidote is great! Excellent and fast service, and great options for vegetarians. We had the eggplant with garlic sauce, mapo tofu, and pea shoots. Don't ignore those pea shoots, they are fantastic! Not too loud inside and plenty of space/tables. A great spot -- we'll be back again! read more

Overall, the aesthetics and ambience were very nice, but the food was just decent, so for the price I won't be coming back. The Antidote cocktail was definitely pleasing to the eye, but not the easiest to drink or the most pleasant to the taste buds. The Dongpo Pork was tasty, but didn't have much meat. I think out of all the dishes we ordered the wood ear mushroom was probably my favorite. Comparing this to some places I've been closer to Sunset Park, the food quality and value just couldn't compete. read more

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Great place! Very spacious inside, beautiful decoration, lots of plants and ceiling window make a unique atmosphere. Service is exeptional, very quick. Food is delicious, we were with two little kids and they liked fried rice a lot. Thank you for this experience! Recommend! read more

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My boyfriend and I came here on a Tuesday evening. We ordered the mushroom salad, pork + crab soup dumpling, fish blossom, duck fried rice & the eggplant dish with baby maker and drunk in love cocktails. Finished our meal with the lava cake. What an experience, the food was absolutely delicious and the cocktails are not only aesthetically pleasing but also a treat to taste. Our favorite was the soup dumplings. The broth and flavor is amazing. The fish blossom is too sweet, it's a very American taste. Duck fried rice and the eggplant tied for second most favorite. We will be returning, thank you to the staff and the chef(s)! read more

First thing you notice when you walk into this restaurant are the PLANTS. This place has a mature ambiance with darker lighting. There's adequate seating and the service is excellent. I would recommend this place for a date night or a special event. Sesame cold noodle -- refreshing and tasty! Was a great contrast to the other foods that were spicy or a bit heavy in texture Crab Tofu -- a little milder in flavor than I was anticipating. Great with rice. Spicy cumin lamb -- we ordered it a little bit less spicy than what the restaurant normally offers and I thought it was the perfect amount of spice. Golden fish fillet -- so so crispy and great flavor. It's not greasy at all read more

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The vibe, food, service, everything is perfect. I loved every dish except the crab tofu. Must get the tiger shrimp and Cabbage. Surprisingly, the Cabbage dish was my favorite. read more

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I came here last night to celebrate a friend's birthday and the food was amazing! This restaurant is perfect for celebrations as a group -- it is well decorated, fun/trendy ambience, and most of all, DELICIOUS! Order of things I would recommend: 1) Dongpo pork - rich, decadent, melts in your mouth 2) beef tripe in oil - one of the best tripe dishes in NYC hands down, really great depth of flavor - if you can handle the spice 3) Dan Dan noodle - perfectly bouncy noodles 4) golden fish fillet - umami, crunchy, and a great twist on fish fillet. Really unique! 5) Crab tofu - delish and warms your belly Other notable mentions: 1) wood ear mushroom salad - loved the acidity 2) chicken in chili oil 3) feihong fries 4) pea shoots with garlic 5) garlic in eggplant 10/10 would recommend & I'll be back again!! read more

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I have to say this place is amazing! The food, environment are great! Before I went here, I thought the reviews are fake. But once I tried their food, man, that's soooooo good!! Fish with spicy bean paste and Dongpo pork are two dishes that you will never get wrong! Highly recommend!! read more

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This was such a stellar place for sichuan food! Great flavor even if the place was out of the way. Atmosphere was nice and service was good. - Scallions pancake ($8): crisp and flavorful, surprisingly better than a lot I've had before albeit a little too oily - Dandan Noodle ($10): not bad, good flavor - Veggie Fried Rice ($12): would skip next time, pales in comparison to everything else - Eggplants with Roasted Pepper ($9): delicious and juicy, would order again - Sichuan Chili Fried Chicken ($18): tastes great but the pieces were so few compared to the peppers - (not pictured) Green Peppercorn Fish Stew ($25): the star dish of the night, I'd 100% come back just for this dish alone Would recommend and excited to take more people here! read more

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Antidote takes an elevated approach to Chinese cuisine. There were almost no misses to the dishes we order. The standouts were tofu w/ crab and the fish blossom. I mean just look at how gorgeous the fish is! read more

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I loved my experience at Antidote! Right when you walk in, you immediately feel cozy and at home. It's very dimly lit and has a rustic interior that's very welcoming. It is very busy so definitely make a reservation in advance. The food was all amazing and reasonably priced for the quality!! Definitely recommend for a get together! read more

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Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. Cucumber salad is not to be slept on. Mapo tofu is a nice heat without being overly powerful in spice. Interior is also beautiful and perfect for a date night with the wide array of decorative plants, moody walls, and chic lighting. read more

Great space and yummy food! We got the prawns, scallion pancake, cumin lamb, garlic eggplant and sweet and sour fish. Everything was good! Everyone loved the eggplant and fish the best, but can't go wrong with any of them! Their cocktails were also really good! read more

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We had a delightful Christmas dinner here last night with friends. Really loved the space. Open, vibrant, full and buzzing with energy even at 5pm! Our servers were so great! We loved the fun sweaters and the Santa suit. Everyone we encountered were really friendly and excited about the food... an we get why. We ordered a whole bunch of dishes, only complaint was that our table barely fit all the dishes but perhaps that was more of an over-ordering issue on our end rather than theirs. Stars of the night - shredded beef and green pepper, the octopus! (Such a surprise, so tender and we loved the flavor of the sauce) the spicy prawns, and the mapo. Our server told us it was necessary for us to come back to try other dishes on the menu. The dimsum and some of the pork dishes are next on our list! read more

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Authentic flavors! Loved the quality of ingredients, green peppercorn on the stem, tender beef and lamb. Highlights are the crab fried rice, cumun lamb, and dan dan noodles. Highly recommend sharing a couple dishes family style! read more

It's been a cold March. What's better than dim sum?? That is rhetorical. Suffice is to say I, a completely obsessed creature of habit, will be a regular guest. Sine qua non of such cuisine is the holy trinity. Dumpling, fried rice and spicy, gut busting plates. I won't even try to make a recommendation on the later two, all are strong in their own way. BUT PLEASE! Order the tea smoked duck! See photo. Atmosphere is stylish, service is spot on and value is sky high. Complete endorsement. read more

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Came here for dinner with a friend on a Sunday around 630 and were seated immediately. By 730 it filled up a bit so if you come at peak times you can make reservations online. Ambiance was causal yet trendy. While the vibe was nice, the food was the highlight. We ordered the green peppercorn fish stew, fried chicken and green beans. All were delicious but the green peppercorn fish stew was my favorite. Id never had anything quite like it before and it was delicious. The fish was super light, soft and tasty, and it came in a tangy, flavorful broth. It also had a little bit of noodles, leafy greens and mushroom. The fried chicken comes boneless and in chunks so it's easy to eat. It's spicy and delicious. The green beans were blistered perfectly and well seasoned. Dishes don't come with rice so we split one side of white rice as well. For 2 people it was a lot of food and we had a little bit to take home as leftovers. I didn't end up ordering a cocktail, but their drink menu is extensive and the cocktails sound great! Would happily return soon for another delicious meal :) read more

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This place is an amazing modern take on Szechuan food. Not only do they have a great selection of Szechuan dishes but they also have a dim sum menu! I highly recommend this place for a date night. Service is great because the staff speak both English, Mandarin Chinese, and Cantonese. Did I forget to mention the drink menu? That's also great, (I got the Taiwanese ice tea, not pictured). Overall great everything, I will definitely recommend this place as a must. read more

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New Chinese restaurant at Williamsburg ~ definitely try this out ~ very beautiful place and it's 2 block away from domino park. Nice dating place‍‍‍ Here is my recommend dishes: Cocktail : flu shot ( if you like something fresh and fruity taste) Small plate : slice chicken in chili oil and wood eat mushroom salad Seafood : crab tofu and whole fish with spicy bean paste Meat: dongpo pork and sichuan chili fried chicken Veg: cauliflower with fresh pepper Dessert: the pudding is good , but a little too sweet for me ~ And don't forget to visit the domino park at night . View is very beautiful. Nice place for a after dinner walk read more

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Saw this place on TikTok and I was mildly disappointed. The food was good but nothing that really impressed me. The inside was nice though and cute for a date spot. I did really like the vibes of the restaurant and we ended up sitting near the bar which was okay. Enjoyed it but I'm not sure it's somewhere I would come again since there are so many other spots that compete for my attention in Brooklyn. Worth trying if you're in the area. Service was standard. read more

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Everything was so delicious. The fries were amazing. The king pao shrimp was amazing and the wontons were amazing.