Not gonna lie, when I walked in and saw that there weren't many asian people dining / working, I was a bit worried. However, the food was in fact pretty authentic and flavorful! The vibes are also more elevated than your typical Chinese restaurant. Food was quite solid, but don't sleep on the spicy cabbage! This was my favorite dish--the tanginess of the vinegar and the spice of the peppers paired really well together, and the cabbage had just the right amount of crunch in it without tasting too raw. read more

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My cynical read: This place will really impress people who only order from their corner American Chinese food place. I unfortunately got fooled by the 5 star reviews and thought I was going to get actually complex chinese dishes in a vibey environment. That being said, the best thing I had.... was the french fries. Numbing, salty, addicting, different, great. Tried some ok smoked duck dim sum, a savory but mid hunan beef dish, and disappointing sauteed string beans (damn, I love good string beans, this made me so sad). I was warned off of the beef with chili oil because my server said it was basically oil soup. Maybe ordering a hunan beef was a mistake, but the server kindly told me that if I was deciding between any chicken or beef dishes - stick with beef. I was there on a Wednesday, there was live music but even when the band wasn't playing it was loud. I think had my expectations been lower I would have been happier, but I still would have been like - why do people love this? read more

I've been keen to come by Antidote for ages and recently had the chance to have dinner here with some friends! We had a reservation for 6:30 on a Friday - it was packed already, and continued to be busy the whole time we were there (so definitely make a reservation). We ordered a bunch of delicious dishes to share - some highlights: - We had the sichuan cold noodle and the dandan noodle, which were... surprisingly similar? The dandan noodle had minced pork but otherwise the peanut sauce and spicyness basically had the same flavour profile (which was probably on us not paying attention haha) - Sautéd string beans were delicious - the texture was wonderful (not overcooked too soggyness without being too hard or hard to chew), and the garlic flavour wasn't overpowering but added a nice depth to the beans themselves. - Sichuan chilli fried chicken was probably my favourite dish -- it wasn't crazily spicy by any means, but definitely had a healthy kick to it, and the chicken was so tender and juicy, and fried to a nice crisp without being too oily. - Dongpo pork was another standout - my only objection was that the ratio of fatty meat to lean meat was too high (felt a little too oily/rich), but otherwise delicious. - We also had the 'steam whole fish' which was much more meh. The fish itself was fine (tilapia tasted fresh, meat was tender and fell apart easily), but the overall flavour just felt a little bland. Ginger/scallion/soy sauce is such a classic sauce for steamed fish and its simplicity usually lets the natural flavours of the fish come through, but I fear this dish felt a bit flat overall. Other than the food, experience was generally lovely. Service was quick and attentive, and while the noise level was definitely higher than I expected/liked, it was still tolerable to just slightly yell to have a convo hehe. Price point was a little high, but nothing too crazy (and probably expected for this kind of Chinese restaurant) I'd love to come back to try some of their other dishes on their (fairly large!) menu - already looking forward to next time! read more

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Delicious authentic Chinese food in a unique trendy atmosphere. There's not too many places I've been to like Antidote. The food is very comfortable in drawing from tradition, but the atmosphere is upscale and modern. The food was all very well executed, with some standouts like the dongpo pork requiring a second order. We came with a very large group that included children and it was a smooth service. Great for groups. Come hungry, try a bunch of stuff, leave happy. read more

what a lovely space. the deco and lighting makes the place feel fancy yet comforting. started off with a delicious and quite instagramable drink. the dongpo pork was definitely the highlight of my dinner, would always be a must order for me. the ribs were good too but i wouldnt get them again. the way the cook the eggplant gets me (someone who doenst particularly enjoy eggplant) to down it without a second thought. i wanna come back here and try mapo tofu and spicy fish. read more

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Honestly a very affordable yet delicious spot! For 5 people, we ordered 5 dishes along with 2 bowls of rice. Everything was fantastic, but I would highly recommend the sweet and sour chicken! The cumin lamb was also fantastic. Unfortunately we were not able to try the famous spicy chicken because some of us can't handle spice, but the next time I dine here, I will for sure try it! We mentioned to the servers that we were in a rush to head to the airport after and they made sure we were taken care of in a timely manner. The restaurant itself is also gorgeous and a great spot to have conversation with friends! read more

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everything was absolutely delicious and there are tons n tons of vegetarian friendly options. mapo tofu was mouth numbingly good w the schezuan peppers and the cucumber salad and green beans are also a must try. I loved the storm cloud cocktail!! Great spot for a birthday and it's very spacious and beautiful!! Portion sizes are also substantial read more

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Went for Sunday lunch. Pancake and pork/scrimp dumpling with spicy noodles were the hits. The tea simmered duck was served dried out and we sent it back. The peppercorn chicken was the replacement and it was excellent. No bills adjustments even though we had to wait for the new entree. Drinks were good. Ambiance is pretty good. Open and spacious. Two tops are near the kitchen though. read more

Antidote - Dumpling - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been to Antidote a couple of times and each time was lovely. One of the main things that I love about the restaurant is that they offer an array of dishes, and each one I've tried has been flavorful, tasty, and not too overpowering with the perfect blend of spices. Whether a busy weekend night or a quiet weekday afternoon, they provide excellent customer service and are prompt with preparing the food, which tastes fresh. And their Strawberry Rose mocktail is my go to as it is so delicious. I love the ambiance of the restaurant which is earthly, spacious and lively. This is a place that can be visited again and again. read more

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Came here for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon. First time trying after hearing positive reviews. We got: - Wonton in Chili Sauce: good - Lunch Mapo Tofu with Wood Ear Mushroom Salad: Can't go wrong, flavorfully spicy. The wood ear mushroom was the refreshing side we needed to the spicy dishes we had. It also comes with a side of much needed rice. - Slice Fish in Chili Oil: deliciously spicy, love the variety of glass noodle, cabbages, mushrooms for texture in addition to the fish. I can still taste all the ingredients despite the chili oil and peppercorns Solid Chinese food. Service was fast and attentive. It was quite empty since we came at an odd lunch hour. The space is big and felt like a lush greenhouse with the many green plants. read more

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I've been to Antidote a few times now! Good vibes and ambience. Great for dates or group dinner. Nice dim lighting with a bar on the right as soon as you walk in and more seating towards the back. What I tried- Cucumber salad: 10/10 no notes!! Not your standard cucumber salad. This has sooo much flavor, nice and garlicky + fresh. Must order Spicy cabbage: Beware! It's a whole leaf wrapped up. I tried to eat in one bite and almost ended up choking (totally my fault) but put a damper on the dish for me lol. It's served cold and has a spicy/sweet/vinegar flavor profile. Not bad! Dandan noodle: It's ok. I've had better else where Mapo tofu: Good but spiiiicy! Egg tofu with mushrooms: Needs more seasoning but loved the consistency and variety in this dish with the mushrooms Sautéed green beans: Good not the best I've ever had but good Golden fish filet: I love salted egg yolk but this was bit too oily/gritty for my liking. Flavor was ok (oil tasted old too) Shredded beef with green pepper: Good Overall a pretty decent Chinese restaurant! Most of the dishes are good but nothing crazy in terms of execution or flavor. Decently priced and great for family style eating/group dinners. Service is good and attentive read more

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Food is good as always! I always visit on week day for lunch time. They only have one server. Food always comes out fast. Favorite to go spot in Williamsburg. Cocktails are good. read more

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Antidote is one of my favorite restaurants. I think it lives up to the hype. I haven't been wow'ed by food in a while, but Antidote was up there for me. My favorite dish was the crab tofu. I grew up eating salted egg and it reminded me a lot of childhood. Everything is so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The Dongpo pork was so tender, it basically melted in my mouth. I also used to not be an eggplant lover, but they made the garlic eggplant so well. We were seated right away when it was our reservation time, and service was excellent. Vibes are also great and overall the environment felt clean and elevated. read more

Antidote - Crab tofu, Dongpo pork, Eggplants with garlic sauce - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Antidote is fantastic! Their menu has a nice mix of classic dishes and some with an innovative twist. Thankfully you can't go wrong with either option! And if you like spice, you definitely need to come here. The Fei-Hong fries are amazing, a creative way to introduce Szechuan spices into an American staple. I've gotten the fries on both visits, and they've been delicious each time. The dandan noodles are also so good, the dish is packed with flavor. They have a full bar by the entrance, and a fancy cocktail menu to go with the entrees. The cocktails are just as creative as the food, lots of interesting flavors to explore. Great spot all around, I've already been twice and will no doubt return to try more of their menu! read more

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(Overall: B) - Antidote is a hyped Asian fusion restaurant in the heart of Williamsburg that I have been eager to try. In the first moment I walked in, I was amazed by the beautiful and homely decor that just outputs positive vibes. The staff were kind and friendly and definitely added a blossom of happiness to celebrate a birthday with some delicious salted egg lava buns. As for the food, I loved their conceptually interesting menu that dances between traditional favorites and innovative flavors. The dishes were made somewhat well, but I feel like has opportunity to fine-tune. (Crab Tofu: C) - I was captivated by the combination of crab, salted egg lava, and tofu. While I was initially hesitant on this dish, I was quite relieved this dish was not heavy and paired well with plain rice. What I would've liked to see more from this dish was the crab, as I felt like most of it was coming from a crab stock undertone. (Pea Shoots: C) - This is a classic garlic pea shoot dish that is a comforting staple. Given the excitement coming from the other dishes, I felt like this was perhaps lacking in flavor development; some of the leaves were also more old and fiberous. Food: E Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: +1 Menu: +1 Overall: 4 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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This was such a delicious take on dim sum. The service was attentive and the atmosphere was elevated. Must haves appetizers: eggplant, eggplant, eggplant! Also the spicy cabbage and the cucumber salad were both incredible. Entres: The numbing beef cubes were so unique and tasty especially if you love mushrooms. The tiger shrimp was super tasty too. read more

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Booked a reservation for Saturday right as they opened. Restaurant is spacious with a very good ambiance. Since we were a group of 7, ordered 4 small plates & 8 entrees. Food was delicious & staff were attentive but not overbearing (I hate when the staff are always hovering). Even my Chinese aunties were super impressed with the food & presentation. Would absolutely come back to try the rest of the menu. read more

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Some of the dishes I tried were the pig ears in chili sauce, green pepper corn fish stew, and Dongpo pork. All tasted great. The pig ear was flavored well and had a nice crunch to it. The fish stew meat very tender and pack with flavors. Same with the pork. The place has a modern look to it, but I felt that a lot of the food was authentic. Overall a good experience. read more

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A true test of a restaurant is being able to successfully execute a large menu, and Antidote did just that. We ordered over 10 dishes and they all came out terrific, a truly memorable meal. read more

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I think Antidote and Birds of a Feather are pretty similar - upscale and reliably delicious chinese food in a gorgeous setting. i wish there were more than 3 soup dumplings in one plate but they were yummy. The crispy spare ribs were stellar and i liked the mapo tofu - both are numbing tingly spicy. We walked in on a weekend and they seated us quickly! read more

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Really good date night spot! Everything was so yummy. Def get the crab fried rice, green beans and spicy wontons read more

Antidote - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Don't bother with delivery/takeout here, the portion sizes for the price are shocking. I don't remember the last time I feel like I got straight up scammed. I ordered two "big plates" expecting to have mad leftovers, and ended up eating both. Grabbed the chili fried chicken (28 bucks) and the kung pao chicken (22 bucks) - the former was a small black container more than half full of chilis, hardly an appetizer's worth of chicken, check the attached pic. That's still after me eating quite a few of the chilis while hunting for chicken. I like my food spicy and don't exactly skip them. The latter was a little better but almost anything would be, most of the chicken was up top with a layer of peanuts underneath. Rice is an add on btw lol. Food was just aight, you can get leagues better in the city at a fraction of the cost. They must have some crazy ahh decor in there to deserve all these 5* reviews cause like... come on. read more

Antidote - "Big plates" - more than half chilis and peanuts - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Service was great and the cocktails were outstanding! The food was also amazing and they have live music!!! That was the best part in my opinion. Recommend read more

Place where the food is good, drinks are solid, and always a fun crowd. Been here a couple of times with friends and gotten to try a good portion of the menu. Some standouts to me are: - Crab Tofu: I love salted egg and this dish slaps. Soft tofu, salted egg, and crab?? Such an umami bomb. - Green Peppercorn Fish Stew: So delicious, numbing, and warming. Must order on a cold day! - DanDan noodles: Ok, honestly it's not that special compared to other dandan noodles, but you want a noodle dish and this is a solid option. They also have a very solid cocktail menu with good drinks. Overall, if you're craving tasty sichaun food in a fun ambiance, Antidote is a great option! read more

From food to drinks and atmosphere this is a gem! We heard about live jazz on Wednesdays so made sure to come then and had some very chill music from a duo all through our dinner. That plus the cool space -- industrial but filled with plants and never too loud -- make for great vibes to start. The cocktails deserve their own shoutout -- really inventive combinations and delicious results. And the food is uniformly great with options for both those with low spice tolerance (me) and higher (my husband). Favorites included the crispy spare ribs (super unique flavor and fall off the bone tender), crispy fish (the salted egg yolk coating is addictive), lamb with scallions, and soup dumplings (we got the crab and pork). It's easy to rack up a high bill with drinks pretty much $20 each and so many plates to share, but worth it for an all around excellent dinner experience. read more

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Service: Fast Paced. Everything felt a little rushed with the service to make sure that we are getting through our meal as quick as possible. With that in mind, you should be prepared before coming in so you can get your order in. Even with everything rushed, our items did not come out at the same time and one item ended up missing. Food: listed in order from best to least best Garlic Green Beans - delicious and savory! this was perfectly salty and I would get this time and time again. Pan Fried Pork Dumplings - Well flavored and seasoned. The crispy bottom added to the wonderful texture to the bouncy filling. Mapo Tofu - Saucy. It was slightly spicy. I would recommend ordering a side a white rice to be able to sop up all of the sauce. Smoked Duck Fried Rice - Fatty. This was a great side to have if you want something filling. Tea Smoked Duck - Dry. For a fatty bird, our duck was dried out. My thought is that the duck was under a heat lamp for too long and dried out. Pepper Beef - Numbing. Flavor was nice but i was not a fan of the numbing sensation. Fish in Claypot. Numbing and sour. If you dont like that combination, then i would pass on this dish. On to my next adventure... read more

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Hands down one of the best meals I had during a visit to Brooklyn! The server was attentive and since it was our first time visiting, he offered suggestions on both food and drinks. For my entree, I chose a beef dish with steamed rice and it was well prepared. I also added the green beans, which were also great. For appetizers, we shared the cucumber salad and pork dumplings. The cucumber salad was absolutely amazing - you will not be disappointed! The vibe was "chill" was low lights and a relaxing mood - Antidote would be a great spot for both a date or dinner with friends. The other thing I enjoyed about Antidote were the price points. The bill was surprisingly not as much as we anticipated. read more

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I ordered delivery from here and everything was delicious! The scallion pancakes were extra crispy and flaky. The fei-hong fries were amazing. The crinkle cut fries were generously sprinkled with chili and spices and tossed with ginger, peanuts, peppers, and scallions. I thought the peppers might be too spicy to eat, but they were crunchy and mild, as easy to eat as potato chips. The dish was bursting with flavor. I also enjoyed the sichuan cold noodles. I prefer these warm so I popped them in the microwave. They were savory and satisfying. The kung pao tofu was also tasty. This dish doesn't come with rice so to make it a full entree, you might want to order that separately. The tofu was tender and battered, with a sticky glaze. The sauce was loaded with peanuts and chili peppers, which made it quite spicy. My husband also enjoyed the kung pao chicken, which was a generous portion size, and the pork dumplings in chili oil. Definitely will be a staple of ours going forward! read more

I was in town visiting some friends who made us a reservation for Friday night! The vibes inside are moody and I loved all the lush plants and decor. One of our friends let us know they couldn't make it when we were already on our way (making us a table of 2 instead of 3). We notified the desk and apologized as soon as we arrived. The staff made us feel like it was an inconvenience and audibly muttered that they would have to rearrange tables. Not the most welcoming start. Even when we sat down, the service felt very rushed. We had barely sat down and greeted each other when we were asked for our orders for drinks/food. We also were asked to free up the table after our meal was over. I totally understand the need to turn over tables quickly, especially on a busy Friday night, so may not be the best spot to linger for a date night or catch up with friends. Service aside, the food here was great! I had some kind of lychee drink which was delicious and I loved how cute the menu drawings of the drinks were. MY friend and I decided to split a couple dishes, including the dandan noodle, shrimp dumplings, shu mai with tea soaked duck, and mapo tofu. Everything was SO delicious. The tea soaked duck shu mai was so unique and I loved the earthiness of the mushroom rice inside as well. The mapo tofu had the right amount of numbing spice and the dandan noodle too had a great kick. The dumplings were classic, simple, and yummy. Overall, great food, just wish my service experience had been a little better. read more

Antidote is pretty good. The space is nice, service is great, and food is solid. Crab tofu and the eggplant (crispy sugar version not the garlic version) were awesome. The chili fried chicken was decent, and though the fish blossom was good, it was a little too saucy. read more

Loved antidote!! Broken down review below: Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 3.8/5 - specifically were not fans of the crab tofu dish, very mushy with a flavor we couldn't quite figure out? Since it is popular we were surprised when we just thought it was alright. Would never order it again if I found myself back there. - loved the eggplant dish and kung pao dish! - drinks were ok as well! **** Would definitely recommend to a friend looking for an affordable Chinese option! ***** read more

Food was ok. Not bad. I've had better. There scallion pancakes was good. Price point was good.

I'm gagging I ADORE this place. Very Zenful vibez! The service is top tier. The drinks are absolutely worth the price and tasty. The food is astronomical, to the T with every ingredient. I would definitely come here for happy hour -RECOMMEND RESERVATION read more

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Great environment and authentic Chinese modern style restaurant you should be trying...(Quietly!) I must to shout for the hospitality of service and It was special for my birthday there :) FOOD- A lot to say. All plate appearances excellent both taste and looks. Comes with full of surprises in our table! We were party of 8 but they gave up very nice table we had a wonderful time and more than ever :) Thank you so much! read more

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What an incredible spot for a group birthday dinner. Easy to share plates and tons of great curated cocktails to choose from. Food is delicious and traditional with an elevated flair. Highly recommend! read more

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Visited here for a friend's birthday and the ambiance and aesthetic were AMAZING! We went on a Wednesday, which is when they have live jazz. Very nice. The food was very fresh and savory and the wait staff were very punctual. Not pictured: shrimp dumplings, scallion pancakes, and pan fried pork dumplings Everything was delicious! Can't wait to go back! read more

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We came here for brunch and didn't have much of a wait. Everything tasted super yummy and they have a pretty interesting menu in addition to the more traditional items. We got the tea smoked duck, crab tofu, crab and pork soup dumplings, sautéed string beans and the sichuan cold noodles. The duck definitely had a unique smoked flavor. Actually pretty smoky, but tasty too. I would say the pieces didn't have too much meat though. Crab tofu was what my friend really wanted to come here for. Taste wise, not super crab-y and the texture of the sauce was a bit grainy. I still actually liked it though, it was unique flavor-wise. Soup dumplings were standard and the sichuan cold noodles were probably my favorite. Can't go wrong with classics. Really good and very shareable of course. Wish we came with more people! read more

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Antidote literally cured my headache. Seriously. And the food was amazing to boot. We were thoroughly impressed with our night here. We tried a variety of dishes and all were delicious, but the ones that remain salient 4 months later are the cucumber salad and the glazed eggplant. Cucumber salad - deceptively simple, but complex doesn't even begin to describe the flavor bomb hidden behind the facade of these green spears. The sauce was garlicky, tingly, spicy, sweet, and sesame-y. It's a flavor that I've yet to recreate. Glazed eggplant - this might have been a fall special, but the flavors here were also out of this world. The best part was that the soft eggplant pieces were coated in a semi-firm sugary shell that made for such great contrast. I've never enjoyed eggplant as much as I did that night. The dark, moody interior definitely gives off romantic date night vibes. Whether you're dining alone or with a friend, I guarantee the only thing that'll have your undivided attention is the food. Can't wait to be back. read more

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Ambiance and decor was beautiful but was honestly disappointed by the food since it has high reviews online. 1. (3/5) Crunchy but after two bites, it became really salty and was hard to finish. 2. (4/5) Chili wonton was good but has a small portion (4 pcs). 3. (4/5) Sichuan cold noodles - I liked the texture of the noodles but it was pretty spicy. 4. (3/5) The numbing beef, I expected this to have more flavor profile since it was an entree and one of the more pricier dishes on the menu. However, it was kind of gamey and didn't taste that great after awhile once the dish cooled down. 5. (3/5) Mapo tofu was soft but also quite salty. 6. (2/5) Duck fried rice had a strong smokey flavor, did not finish this. Overall, the flavors were more salty, spicy, garlicy if you're into that. I felt like the strong flavors really overpowered the food itself. Service was great but I'm not sure if I would come back again for the food. read more

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I really enjoyed what I ordered.. my friend did not! I liked the crab fried rice despite it being slightly salty, I enjoyed the shrimp dumplings and my kung pao shrimp. My friend had the kung pao chicken and said it was just okay, she enjoyed her pork soup dumplings, she could not bring herself to eat the cold sliced pork.. she brought it to the servers attention and they didn't even offer an alternative or the option for her to switch it out since she wasn't aware it was served cold. I'm not sure I'd return that because of the customer service or lack there of. read more