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    4.0 (67 reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Fattat Lahma
    Aleisha F.

    Walked in on a Friday night and it was only about 15 minutes to be seated. We started with the Qahwa Arabia (coffee). The cardamom gave it such a beautiful depth of flavor. My friend who doesn't like coffee enjoyed it. The muhammarah - absolutely delicious. That pomegranate molasses is something special! The pita was served hot and fresh. Olive oil and zatar were the perfect pairing. If we weren't going out after, we would have purchased the large jug of oil to take home. For the main I had the Fattat Lahma. 100/10 - no notes. Highly recommend. My only note about this place is the downstairs seating was very cold. Usually that wouldn't be enough to take a star away but it was pretty impactful on my experience. Outside of that, food and service were incredible and I will absolutely be back.

    Baklava
    Will N.

    Dined in for a large group dinner and we each ordered the Ramadan special ($45 pre-set 4-course meal). Huge serving sizes! Not everything pictured but the dishes were so large that we thought it was for table sharing. But they're actually individual servings. The soup and appetizer plate is a great start. Nice little munchies. The main meat platter has a tasty array of meats but 3/4 were more dry than I hoped. Baklava is sweet and yummy finish. The staff were very accommodating for working with and fitting all the food on our table of 12.

    Christian Z.

    Frequent Ayat on multiple occasions. Came as a walk in with 4 people to last minute reservation of 8 to a large group resy with 15. They were always quick to accommodate. The food constantly is amazing. The olive oil is flavorful. The serving sizes are worthwhile. And the services and ambiance of the restaurant is great. I always bring my friends and family when they visit

    Tiffany C.

    The food at Ayat is consistently amazing - I used to frequent their Bay Ridge location and decided to take my friends to Bushwick for a taste of Palestinian food. Large portions with bold flavors, you really can't go wrong with anything you order here. I did notice that the menu here is a bit different from the Bay Ridge location, so I'm unsure if menus vary between each restaurant. My one issue with this restaurant is the service. The staff is dismissive, and it took 30 minutes to attempt to flag someone down for the check - then another 15 to try to grab a to-go container before angrily walking up to the counter and locating it ourselves. They all seem young and like a close knit friend group, prioritizing conversations about their personal lives over serving customers. We noticed multiple tables around us experiencing the same, which was disheartening.

    Spicy Chicken Kebab SM
    Yuna C.

    Walked in ~8pm with a party of five and got seated within ~20-30 minutes! There's more seating (and quiet) downstairs. The Mezze Filistini was a crowd favorite - while I couldn't have the muhammarah (contains walnuts), I really enjoyed the freshness of the baba ganoush, creaminess of the hummus, tartness of the labneh.

    Chicken shawarma with the amazing pickled turnips!
    Susan J.

    Delicious food, bountiful portions! It was a chilly night so we ordered a lentil soup to share, but it was more than enough for two people. Luckily we only ordered one chicken Shawarma which was great because we had leftovers of that too. The chicken was deliciously flavored and nicely grilled and the pickled turnips were amazing. Ayat should make them their own side dish because we definitely would've ordered another one! A fun, lively place! Would definitely go again.

    Baklava
    Rachel G.

    Ayat, can only be described as a euphoric dining experience. This restaurant has quickly become a favorite among friends in the city. The atmosphere is incomparable, cozy enough for conversation but busy enough to hear the laughter and joy around you. The food is indescribable, beautifully seasoned with unforgettable flavor. The staff is also incredibly kind, and very thoughtful in their service. Some menu highlights were the halloumi watermelon salad (truly life changing), the Pistachio Paradise Pizza, and the Chicken Shawarma. All dishes were amazing, but these were each unforgettable. Ayat is the spot to go if you want a unique and outstanding experience in a homey environment with beautiful ambiance. This is a must try restaurant, I'll be taking every visitor I have!

    Mansaf
    Zane A.

    Excellent Palestinian food in Brooklyn. Nice mix of traditional home cooked dishes and more contemporary spins on Mediterranean food. Lively environment, clean restaurant and great service. We ordered the cold mezze platter, mixed shawarma plate, and mansaf.

    Mansaf w/ lamb shank
    andy l.

    This was one of my favorite meals of the trip. Ayat serves Palestinian food and it's a beautiful restaurant. Service was warm and the server had great recommendations. We loved the mezze sampler (eggplant, hummus, and yogurt sauce were the best), pizzawarma, and above all, the mansaf w/ lamb shank (incredibly tender). Highly recommend checking this spot out, also byob.

    Hummus
    Sam S.

    An excellent Palestinian restaurant right across from the park. Lots of seating with street views. Service is friendly but slow, which means that they take their time making the food. Free corkage and bread. We tried the hummus, which was very good, and Fried Haloumi, which was excellent. For entree, we had the Lamb Ouzi, which was excellent, others had BBQ Chicken and Kebabs and they said that it was good. The lamb was perfectly cooked and spiced and fell off the bone. The accompanying rice with ground meat, spices and almonds was excellent.

    Mansaf French Fries Salmon Kebab

    This was my first time at this Ayat location, and I had a nice experience. The restaurant was beautiful, clean, and had a warm, inviting atmosphere. The lighting was perfect, the temperature was comfortable, and it wasn't overly loud, making it easy to enjoy our meal and conversation. The service was excellent. The staff seated us in the back, which gave our family extra space and privacy with our kids. We were near the restroom and stairs, but it wasn't an issue at all. The food was impeccable, as always. The hibiscus tea was incredibly refreshing, and my toddler enjoyed the lemonade. We ordered the mezze platter, which was generous enough to fill us up. The mansaf was delicious, the meat was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the yellow rice and broth. We also had the salmon, which came with a fresh salad, rice, and a flavor bomb toum garlic sauce. Staff did not rush us at all, and were nice. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience. Great food, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere. We will definitely be back!

    Shrimp Kebab
    Sabrina T.

    The ambiance was very nice and their menus are so cute ! I ordered the shrimp Kebab and it was a good portion size. I will say Ive had better rice and shrimp flavor wise but overall 3.5/5. They don't have liquor but it's BYOB so thats cool! Theres a liquor store near by if you are into that vibe. I had a lemon based drink that was super refreshing. If you're in the neighborhood i'd check it out.

    Pizzawarma
    Anna P.

    Came here with my bf on a weekday right at opening time. We were the only customers there but service was slow and waited over 20 mins for appetizers. Ordered hummus and the hot app mix. Shortly after the apps came out, my bf's entree came out right behind it. He ordered the pizzawarma. Sadly the meat inside it was dry. I ordered the lamb ouzi for my main dish but that didn't make it to table until my bf was done with his entree. The lamb dish had nice presentation but lacked in flavor. Packed most of it to go because I got too full nibbling on apps waiting for it to come out.

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    Overpriced, nasty bathrooms, took 30 minutes for bread, and apparently allows dogs at tables

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    Great food and staff. Bit of a long wait time so plan accordingly, but otherwise I always enjoy visiting.

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    Peaches HotHouse - Spicy Fried Catfish

    Peaches HotHouse

    3.9(1.6k reviews)
    1.6 mi•Bedford Stuyvesant
    •$$

    My fiance and I dined at Peaches Hothouse Sunday 8.30.26 and EVERYTHING was DELICIOUS! He ordered…read morefried green tomatoes ( he loved it) we split the Kale Salad Yummy. He ordered the catfish sandwich and i ordered the regular chicken sandwich and we interchanged, everything was DELIGHTFUL! YOU GET A 10+

    So I'm walking from Von King Park on a sunny Saturday, and I see patrons chatting, drinking, and…read morelaughing, so we decided to stop in. The waitress was super professional and gave us suggestions from the menu items. She suggested the Peaches Punch (rum and positive vibes) and she did not disappoint. Peaches Punch was sweet and citrus. My fam is southern, migrated from North Carolina to Brooklyn, so I am not a stranger to southern food. My mother was a sou cook in a small water front hotel on the intercostal waterway, so I confess I am a chair side critic of collard greens. I do not like collards simmered too sweet. I also like to add vinegar. So we ordered the fried catfish, cornbread, and collard greens. The catfish arrived seasoned and crispy. I added a dash of Texas Petes hot sauce, they seriously offer a variety of hot sauce. Love it. The collard greens were inviting, aromatic, and tender. The smell of the collards reminded me of Sunday dinner after training. Yes, it tasted old school, I greatly appreciated the southern vibe and the great southern hospitality. The main entrées were affordable and the drinks were worth every penny. This is within walking distance from my home. I will definitely return for collard greens. Please make a date to sit out on the sidewalk and order those collards.

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    Cornbread Brooklyn - Two Piece Chicken Special with an extra side

    Cornbread Brooklyn

    4.1(541 reviews)
    2.7 mi•Crown Heights
    •$$

    I was in the area for a doctor's appointment and of course wanted something to eat before I headed…read morehome. This spot was right across the street so it was perfect. The restaurant is very big and thankfully it wasn't too crowded. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I purchased two plates to go, one for me and one for my mom. I bought the fried chicken meal with Mac and cheese and collard greens. I purchased my mom the whiting fish meal with potato salad and collard greens. We both enjoyed our meals and they both came cornbread of course. My favorite was the chicken and collard greens. Prices were fairand reasonable. This is a spot I would definitely check out again.

    I believe this place has changed ownership. The fried chicken is dry and tasteless not as savory as…read moreit was in the past. The quality of the food is different, definitely not southern. In addition the cafeteria style of service is deficient. The attitude of the workers behind the counter is stressed and frustrated as they are short staffed and depending the few leaving a Kiosk to take orders. Cornbread, be advised that there are people who are technologically slow and they back up the order line, so help at the register is appreciated. On a day like Father's Day no excuses. There is a church crowd. You should have planned and be prepared for this. Running a business.

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    Taste of Heaven

    Taste of Heaven

    4.7(322 reviews)
    1.3 mi•East Williamsburg
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    My niece came home & said auntie you have to taste this. I can't rate the place but when I go…read moremyself I will rate. Because I WILL be going. This food was sooooo good. Oh my goodness. I had the jerk ribs FALL OFF THE BONE, the collard greens bussin, the Mac was good too. You know I'm not big on Mac but it was good. Can't wait to try other things from there.

    Customer service is 5 stars and phenomenal…read more But I'm here to talk about the food. I wanted to love it so much especially since TikTok critic/MMA fighter Keith Lee visited them in 2023, but my experience was not like his. I want to say that online reviews are almost about accurate. They were out of cold salads and collard greens which was an issue for other customers at times as well. No problem, they were super helpful and offered an alternative but not a good one. I had steamed vegetables that mashed in my mouth like mashed potatoes when I took a bite. I did end up going to another spot for collard greens and potato salad because you can't have soul-food without that. I had the rib dinner with mac n cheese and yams and a tiny piece of complimentary cornbread. The ribs definitely taste amazing but they don't take off the membrane in the back which is slimy and gross. I left that part behind. The yams were sweet and good BUT.....that mac n cheese is NOT soul-food Mac n cheese. Here's the thing I figured out, they use such little cheese but season the noodles very well that you don't truly notice unless you love mac n cheese, which I do, so I noticed it lacked so much cheese but had seasoned noodles. The rib dinner was a 3/5 because ribs were great but sides needed help. I had rice and peas as an additional side and fried wings. The wings were ATROCIOUS! I ate the smallest one and didn't eat the rest. How can you serve such huge feathered wings like that? It was a nightmare. The feathers being on it turned me off. This tells me they don't make their food with care, they move quick to be one and done and I want my food cooked with love and care. They were also frozen wings that were thawed and seasoned, I know the difference. The rice and peas were okay 3/5 as well. Overall the food was not worth the hype. Customer service was beautiful for sure but the food was not it.

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    Taste of Heaven - They had a sign that said "come as a stranger leave as a friend" they didn't disappoint!!! The food was delicious and service was kind.

    They had a sign that said "come as a stranger leave as a friend" they didn't disappoint!!! The food was delicious and service was kind.

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    Peaches Lewis - Steak And Eggs. Shrimp and Grits! All just YUM!!!

    Peaches Lewis

    3.7(1.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi•Bedford Stuyvesant
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    We arrived as the restaurant opened and the staff took great care of us. Michael offered great…read moresuggestions and was attentive even though we were his only table outside. There are more savory options for breakfast than sweet. The Mac and cheese used a great cheese blend and was served in its cast iron skillet which kept it warm through the meal. I ordered the shrimp and grits. Loved the mushrooms but found the grits too loose and bland for my preference. I'm glad our waiter suggested substituting in fried shrimp; this gave more texture to the dish. The best substitution was making our "salt and pepper" fries "BBQ". This was a nice change from the standard order and the portion was generous! I would visit again and try their sweet + savory combo of chicken thighs and French toast.

    I try to make it a tradition for me to go to peaches every year for my birthday (9/10). I don't…read morebelieve i made it last year, but i was making sure i made it this year. Specifically for brunch. It is my favorite neighborhood gem and has been for years! Each time i come i get the same breakfast. The Jim Cade breakfast. It comes with your choice of bacon or sausage, eggs, cheese grits or potatoes and granola French toast with a few berries on the side. It's still a great breakfast. But the French toast fell off badly. It used to be this thick brioche toast that was crunchy and sweet and was so dang goood! It was my favorite French toast in the city and the main reason i continuously and consistently order the Jim Cade. The French toast this time seemed to be regular white bread which was a bit disappointing. It didn't hold the same crunch that it did prior. I hope they bring back the original bread. The grits are always a 10/10. The bacon is always good as well. The eggs were a little wet for my liking. My boyfriend also hated the sausage. It really did look and taste like it was old. It wasn't juicy at all. Just very dry. Like it was being under a heat lamp all day. He took a small bite and said nope. Smh. The service is give a 3.5 outta 5. Again, it used to be great. It just lost a little bit of its magic to me this time around. The server was very nice whenever she did check on us. Which was probably once. We had to track her down for the check. Someone else brought us our food and drinks. So we barely saw her unless she was running around behind her other tables. I still tipped pretty good. But the service can be a bit better and more attentive to ALL customers. The decor looked a little light this time. Me and my boyfriend came here for our first date and there was this painting on the wall that looked like Kobe Bryant holding a pitch fork. We laughed about that picture for 2 years promising to go back and visit. Once we did, he wasn't there. So that was a bit disappointing lol. Otherwise the vibes were cool. Good r&b music. The drink was strong as ever! Which i loved and so did my boyfriend. All in all 3.5. I'll be back again next year for my annual tradition for brunch. Hopefully it'll be a bit better this time around. See pics below

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    Mitchell's Soul Food

    Mitchell's Soul Food

    3.7(221 reviews)
    2.8 mi•Prospect Heights
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    *CASH ONLY ALERT* I…read morewas really excited to try Mitchell's Soul Food after passing them by several times and reading several rave reviews. I stopped in today to take food for work and I am currently sooo disappointed. I ordered a meatloaf dinner. Here we go... The meatloaf was dried out, definitely stretched with breadcrumbs and completely void of flavor. I asked for gravy all over. I guess they didn't hear me. The macaroni was bland and colorless and the cheese was missing! This mac had all the flavor of a hospital meal that was prepped for a patient on a salt free, seasoning free, flavor free diet. The collard greens tasted frozen maybe??? No specks of meat or flavor of any kind. Mitchell's Soul Food is CASH ONLY and it was nearly empty when I arrived. I can see why. I am unabashedly greedy and also not big on wasting money so I forced it down. Every bite made me sad. The only kinda/sorta "pro" was the low price. Still not worth it. Never again!

    Southern Comfort in the Heart of Brooklyn…read more If you're craving true Southern soul food in Brooklyn, this hidden gem is worth every minute you spend circling for a parking spot. Located near Vanderbilt and Atlantic Avenue, this spot delivers that down-home flavor that's hard to find in the city. We ordered the catfish, potato salad, okra and tomatoes, fried chicken, mac & cheese--and let me tell you, every bite hit the spot. The portions were generous, and I was so full I didn't even get a chance to try the peach cobbler that everyone keeps raving about. But you better believe I'm saving room for it next time. The customer service was just as impressive as the food. From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. I had a warm, genuine conversation with the husband, and it honestly felt like chatting with my grandfather back down South. The ambiance matches the vibe--simple, old-school Southern charm that adds to the experience. If you're in Brooklyn and craving soul food that feeds both your stomach and your spirit, don't miss this place. Just bring your appetite--and maybe a little patience for the parking!

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    The Soul Spot - Baked Salmon, yellow rice and stewed okra.

    The Soul Spot

    3.4(410 reviews)
    3.5 mi•Boerum Hill
    •$$

    The only reason they received one star is because zero wasn't an option. The food was extremely…read moredisappointing. The rice was soggy, the gravy had an unpleasant taste, and the overall appearance of the food was a complete turn‑off. The portions were very small, some items were burnt, and even the cornbread portions were tiny. When I saw what they claimed was a peach cobbler, I was shocked. It looked more like a pastry stacked with peach slices straight from the can. Nothing about it looked homemade, and it was just as unappetizing as the rest of the meal.

    Stopped by for lunch and grabbed a plate of Oxtails which came with two sides and cornbread. I…read moreopted for the Mac n Cheese and the Cabbage. I also got a side order of just the BBQ ribs as well and found that the portions were very generous and the price was a steal!!! The oxtails were tender and the Mac n Cheese was solid and the Cabbage also was seasoned well. Flavor wise, I am a little particular as my all-time favorite Jamaican food spot was back in Boston but this was definitely a strong contender. The BBQ ribs were on the sweeter end and were not my personal favorite. The cornbread was a bit dry but coupled with the meal it worked out once incorporated. Overall, the next time I'm back I would love to try the rest of the dishes as they have a lot of great options at a super fair price point!!! Definitely check it out!

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    Harlem Seafood Soul - This is great food!

    Harlem Seafood Soul

    4.0(74 reviews)
    7.7 mi•Harlem
    •$$

    One thing I cannot stand about restaurants or food trucks is having a large menu that you cannot…read moreconsistently deliver. If you have 10, 15, or 20 items on the menu but most of them are unavailable, what's the point? That pretty much describes my experience with Harlem Seafood Soul. I've driven past this food truck many times while operating the M60 and finally decided to stop and give it a try. Looking at the menu online, I was excited. Catfish, whiting, mac and cheese, collard greens, shrimp and grits, and other soul food favorites all sounded amazing. The problem came when I arrived around 1:30 in the afternoon. I wanted catfish. Sold out. I wanted whiting. Sold out. I wanted mac and cheese. Sold out. I wanted collard greens. Sold out. At that point, most of the options available were shrimp dishes. For a place called Harlem Seafood Soul, I expected more of the soul food menu to still be available in the middle of the day. If items are regularly selling out that early, then either more food needs to be prepared or the menu needs to better reflect what's realistically available. Another thing that surprised me is that I've visited other food trucks and carts that have been featured on TV shows, and many of them have an app, online ordering, or some way to place an order ahead of time. Where do you order Harlem Seafood Soul from? If I'm spending over $30 for lunch, I'd like the option to place my order in advance and have it ready when I arrive. To be fair, the wait wasn't long, and my frustration isn't with the people working there. Everything looked good, and I'm still planning to try the shrimp and grits. My issue is with availability. It's hard to get excited about menu items that aren't there when you arrive. I love supporting Black-owned businesses, and I want Harlem Seafood Soul to succeed. That's exactly why I'm leaving this review. The food sounds delicious, but you've got to do better with keeping your signature menu items available. Customers shouldn't have to arrive before lunchtime is over to have a chance at ordering them. This visit felt like a disappointment. Honestly, I'm not even sure if I want to give it another try. When a menu gets you excited and then most of what you came for isn't available, it leaves a bad first impression.

    Video visited the spot at City Point Mall food was amazing, customer service was impeccable…read more Recommend this spot fo anyone to try

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    State of the art truck! Eco friendly!

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