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    Bamonte's

    4.0 (534 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Seafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Front Signage
    Michael S.

    Nostalgia dining is still alive and well in Williamsburg Brooklyn, and it's called Bamonte's. You walk into the bar and see a cigarette machine that is still functional, but not loaded, an old-fashioned phone booth, and pictures on the wall, a famous people that patronized the restaurant. You step into the dining room, and there is a glass wall that you can look right into the kitchen, to see how your meals are prepared. The waiters all in their white shirts and black bowties serve your hot, delicious and fresh food. We were a large party of 20+ and everything we ordered was delicious so you can't go wrong. They have your typical Italian desserts with your hot fresh espresso, cappuccino, and regular coffee so in Brooklyn, you need to make this a stop. They have a small parking lot in street parking is very challenging. CIAO FOR NOW.

    Rigatoni w/ Sausage & Broccoli Rabe
    Gordon Y.

    Cuisine: 7 Service: 8 Decor: 8 Value: 7 Overall: 7 I wonder how many 100 year old restaurants are still left in NYC. It can't be easy to stay true to who you are in this ever changing world. With today's social media heavy and influencer dominated marketing, this restaurant sits on a quiet street in Brooklyn just going about its business. Known as an Italian red sauce shop that served all walks of life, including possibly the mafia, this place has seen it all. If only the walls can talk, I could imagine all the stories it holds. Our friendly waiter has been there for 20+ years and shared some of his experiences and memories. It was a nice bonus to our meal for four. For appetizers, we had some Clams Oreganata (8/10), Fried Calamari (8/10), and Roasted Peppers w/ Anchovies (8/10). I would say that these three starters were the highlights of the meal. The entrees were not bad, just not as outstanding as their appetizer counterparts. My favorite of the bunch was the Eggplant Parmigiana (8/10), which was delicious and well made. The other three items, Pork Chop alla Bamonte's (6/10), Ravioli w/ Meat Sauce (7/10), and Rigatoni w/ Sausage & Broccoli Rabe (7/10), were all decent, but nothing special. By the end of the meal, four of us all agreed that it was a fun experience. With all the great options for Italian cuisine in NYC, it's not somewhere that stands out enough for regular visits. However, I would stop by if I was in the neighborhood.

    Breast Of Chicken Marsala W/mushrooms
    Gloria M.

    Delicious! I tried the Caesar salad, meatballs, vodka penne, and chicken Marsala and all of the dishes were exceptional. The service was top tier and the atmosphere is fantastic.

    Evelyn K.

    I think the only way to really express how great the food here is would be to simply say that you should try it for yourself. Make a pact with yourself that before you die you experience culinary paradise. Maybe it's laying it on thick for some of you but my dish of veal scarpariello was the best thing I've ever had at any Italian restaurant ever. Nor do I think that is an exaggeration at all. The veal was thin enough and with an equally thin layer of eggplant and mozzarella covering it and emerssed in a white wine sauce I couldn't decide what part was my favorite. I still can't decide but I will say I must go back and try it again. I thought that the dish looked small but I couldn't even finish half of it pan my own even though it was compelling me to devour the entire thing! Truly, don't even think of going without trying that dish for yourself. The staff was some of the most attentive I've ever come across. We had fresh plates and silverware after every course. We didn't need to look for a waiter at all for they were there seeing to our every need. And the patrons all looked like they were enjoying a special night out because this is truly a special place. Great food, great atmosphere and a wonderful night out!

    Chicken Parmigiana with a glass of Italian wine
    Bill S.

    I was in Williamsburg yesterday and missed the typical time for lunch. I don't want to eat dinner so I decided on Bamonte's. From what I remember, they have a private lot so there's no need to worry about street parking. Once inside, I pretty much have the place to myself. I haven't been here, I'd say decades? Still the same dark panel dining room and the bar up front always reminds me of where Luca Brasi slept with the fishes. I'm seated at a nice, quite table. My waiter comes over and I ask him for a wine list. He brings me a full bottle list. I ask him for a glass of montepulciano wine and chicken parm. I ask, Does the chicken parm come with a side of pasta? No, green beans and potatoes. It's an odd combination, probably served the same way back in the day. Speaking of back in the day, this restaurant has been opened for 125 years! I looked at some of the pictures on the walls, I didn't see any Hollywood types. My chicken parm comes out quickly. Its not too saucy and heavy on the parm. The cheese is buttery and the chicken cutlet wasn't too thin. The green beans, is this from the 1940s? You eat all the greens on your plate young man! I tried a few, they had a nice garlic taste. Gimme a side pasta! I asked for Tiramisu and coffee, I was told they ran out of Tiramisu... It was nice to reminisce and have lunch at Bamonte's.

    Joseph S.

    An outstanding classic dining experience--the true essence of "old school" Italian with rich red sauce heritage dating back to 1900. We enjoyed a wonderful evening in a bustling, lively atmosphere where reservations are definitely essential. The staff, dressed in their traditional uniforms, were both attentive and friendly, and our food arrived promptly. We shared appetizers of antipasto and fresh mozzarella with tomatoes, followed by delicious entrees including veal marsala, lasagna, vodka rigatoni, and shrimp scampi. Each dish was flavorful and perfectly portioned. We were too full for dessert! Including cocktails, wine, and tip, the total came to $280. It's hard to find such a quality meal for four in NYC at this price point. Highly recommended!

    Tyler T.

    If you're expecting the modern Italian renaissance food NYC seems to be having lately, this place is not it. It's a very classical institution and the food tastes like what you'd expect Italian food in 90's America to taste like. You'll get all the American Italian classics, from spaghetti and meatballs, to chicken parmesan, and all the different types of pastas. As expected, portion sizes are large, and for what the food is, I personally think it tastes delicious, as long as you hold the expectation that it is 90's American Italian food. It's well done, tastes good, even if it's not the most innovative food in the world. And everyone was nice, and hospitable.

    Rigatoni With Vodka Sauce
    Lauren M.

    Bamonte's is a classic. I usually call a few days ahead to make a reservation because it gets packed in here after 6pm on a weekend. The service is quick and efficient. The food is reliable. They have some of the best rigatoni alla vodka - the sauce is perfection. We had chocolate mousse and lemon sorbet for dessert. The sorbet is served in an actual lemon. We tried arancini here the other day and it was also very good. It did have meat in it which I wasn't aware of, until I bit into it. I'm a vegetarian so I just picked out the meat.... I've come in here and witnessed the Williamsburg nouveau riche trying to make substitutions and ask about "gluten free" stuff and honestly, they just sound stupid. Some adjustments are reasonable and can be accommodated. But the new Williamsburg set really need to understand the context of where they are. This isn't a hipster restaurant. This is a 125 year old institution, if they don't have your gluten free non GMO grass fed whatever, it isn't the end of the world. Bamonte's was here long before Bedford Ave was spilling out with tourists and hipsters. They don't need to cater to certain demographics. If you come here, respect the history and the context in which this restaurant still exists. Prices are average for NYC white cloth Italian. (Probably still cheaper than the Times Square Italian tourist spots). I'm glad Bamonte's still exists. Many red sauce places have shut down over the years, so I hope the family will continue to keep the operation going.

    Clams Oreganata, Bamonte's Special Salad and burrata appetizers
    Elayne W.

    Ambiance is 5/5 but honestly, I was disappointed with the food. None of the dishes were anything special and felt like something I could make at home. The best thing we ordered was the pesto gnocchi where the gnocchi was soft and pillowy and the pesto sauce was creamy. I was super disappointed in rigatoni vodka and fusilli bolognese - the sauce was watery and not flavorful. The chicken Marsala, veal special and eggplant parm were just fine. I was also shocked at how small the portions were, especially for the price.

    Johanna B.

    Old school Italian restaurant with a legacy that spans since 1900. You read that right--125 years old. Highly recommend reservations. Upon our first attempt to dine here back in December (without reservations), their only availability when we walked in was for 9:30 PM. We headed to another restaurant. This time being a first, we secured reservations in advance and were seated immediately upon arrival. The large, dining area was jam packed and I felt somewhat rushed during our visit. We started with wine. Sauvignon Blanc and a Rose for me. A request to sample the Rose was initially met with hesitation but the server then brought a sample and it was met with approval. Delicious. We enjoyed the decor in its old world, panel charm adorned with chandeliers. The bar, at the entrance of the restaurant was busy--those enjoying drinks and possibly waiting for a table. Here's what we ordered: *Fried Calamari. A staple at most, if not all Italian restaurants, we just had to try it. Glad we did because it was excellent. A generous portion with ringlets of Calamari perfectly cooked (not oily at all) and accompanied by a delicious side of chunky Marinara sauce. *Arugula, Radicchio and Endive salad. Simple but refreshing and offered a nice balance to the fried Calamari. All entrees come with side vegetables (green beans) and potatoes. They emphasize on the menu and verbally no substitutions. My friend's main was Chicken Parm. I tasted a piece and it was outstanding. Since Chicken Parm goes well with pasta, we ordered a half portion of Rigatoni with Vodka Sauce. It served as a delicious additional side since our entree sides were combined and rather skimpy for 2. My main was Chicken Scarpariello. I've always felt biased that my father made this dish best so I was a bit skeptical to try. To my surprise, the Chicken, cut in small pieces and not deboned, was excellent and satisfying. I enjoyed it very much. My father's will always remain as the best--- lemony and with more garlic---but theirs was very, very good. Getting stuffed at this point but craving what seemed to be the signature dessert ordered, Tiramisu, we enjoyed their version very much. No dessert should be devoid of cappuccino which we also ordered. So delicious. Bamonte's was a delightful experience and met, if not exceeded, my expectations. A table here is very much in demand and I finally know why. They serve authentic and excellent Italian food. I can vouch for that. Highly recommend.

    Chrissy M.

    Oldschool Italian place. Food was very fresh and impressive for price. The all men wait staff had very clean suits on. Very professional and respectful. All great at what they do. We came for Ash Wednesday and what a treat. The pastor was there, the bamonte family , and many other local favorites. Will be back

    Carolina S.

    We started a new tradition of coming to Bamonte's for the holidays! My boyfriend gathered up the troops and the place felt festive, old school and like a big familia. We all dressed up for the occasion. We got a large table and ordered drinks. I love this bee they have here called "Forst". It's a German style beer made in Italy. I know...wild but delish. Then we ordered clams, eggplant rollatini and the calamari for a starter. Bring it on! We devoured every nibble. Then we went back and forth on the entrees. I did this beautiful curly, cavatelli homemade pasta with greens and tomatoes. Phenomenal! The gang got their protein fill and could not be happier. We were full but we were not leaving without espresso and sambucca. The mom in the table next to us gave us a Bravo! for everything we ordered. We also ended up asking for a couple tiramisus! I'm getting my own next time. I am never disappointed here. So cozy and comforting. I love that real Italian life here. Families were here doing the same, celebrating the holidays and it felt great. The staff are lifers and they know how to take care of you!

    Shrimp
    Cyn C.

    Upon walking in, you immediately get the feel of an OLD Italian restaurant. The bar area opens the restaurant, and the seating area is a bit towards the back. The decor is older, but clean. It does look like all the decor may be original to the restaurant. It's very dark in there, some people in my party needed to use flashlights to see the menu. There was also no music playing which I thought would have been a nice touch for a classic Italian restaurant. Upon sitting down, we were greeted by our server who took our drink and appetizer order, and told us to take our time choosing entrees. He came back shortly after and told us we needed to make a decision on the entrees because the kitchen would be closing soon. I assume he meant it was because the kitchen would be transitioning from the lunch to dinner. This should have been told to us when we made 4pm reservations. We just felt rushed ordering. The food came out, and each entree (as stated on the menu), was supposed to come with potatoes and vegetables. When they brought out our entrees, they then brought out one small dish each of string beans, and one small dish of potatoes, and placed it in the middle of the table and told us to share it. There were 5 of us. These small side dishes were MAYBE enough for 2-3 of us. We ended up ordering an extra side of broccoli rabe because some of us didn't get to have any from those small dishes. Side of broccoli rabe was $16.95 for a small dish. The food was okay, none of us were overly impressed. Appetizers- fried calamari, good. Mozzarella/Tomato/Red Peppers- we ordered one order of this and the waiter told us since there was 5 of us, we would be better off ordering 2 orders because one order only has 3 pieces of mozzarella. For nearly $20, I would've thought one order would've have a bit more than that. And we didn't like that he told us we should order 2 orders of that because there were a lot of us, yet then brings out small side dishes of vegetables for us to share.. Entrees- We ordered chicken Marsala, chicken francese, shrimp, salmon, and pork chops. Everything was good but nothing exceptional. Dessert- Italian cheesecake and cappucino/espresso. Cheesecake was okay. Small piece that looked like it was missing a piece at the end. We also got a bottle of wine which was actually really good (Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio) What I didn't like was that our bill was $356 and when they came back after charging my card, I noticed they charged $370. I should have been informed prior that there would be an upcharge for using a card to pay! Small parking lot which offers valet, or street parking. Overall, this is advertised as the oldest Italian restaurant in Brooklyn so it's worth a visit. I'd say bit pricey for the quality though.

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    Busy Sunday and they made room for us. Classic old style restaurant. Everything we ordered was good

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    Had a pre-selected meal. What I ate was good. I can see this place has been around so long and has the reputation it has.

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    Ask the Community - Bamonte's

    Do they take reservations?

    We were visiting from California, and my son lives in Brooklyn, and when we were visiting I believe he called and made reservations, so I'd give them a call and find out.

    Can they accommodate vegan? They dont open until the day we’re trying to go

    I don't know. They are always accommodating, maybe give them a call?

    What about the prices? It is expensive?

    For a family of four with appetizers it will cost you around $150-$200 It also depends on the entrees you choice… 

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    Ammazzacaffè

    4.3
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    0.5 mi
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    I've been back multiple times since my first visit and always get the Reginette and another pasta…read moredepending on my mood for our entrees. We came for dinner today and got lucky because the Sunday only special (Chicken Parm) was available so we ordered that and I decided to switch up my usual to the Spaghetti. My boyfriend loved the Chicken Parm and it comes on top of Vodka Pappardelle which was also delicious and the Spaghetti wasn't too heavy even though it was cream based. I wish they sold the Vodka pasta separately as an entree because I would order that as an entree on my next visit. Another fabulous dinner at Ammazzacaffe!

    Really a 3.5/5. The drink and one of the appetizers were great, but the entree was disappointing…read more Sunchoke - interesting for sure. The sunchokes and apples are tossed in a creamy and slightly herbal dressing. Burrata - really great. The eggplant base is richly spiced and tart to complement the rich and creamy burrata. Gemelli - disappointing, and the only vegetarian option. The goat cheese totally overwhelms the dish, so you can't taste the pesto at all. The texture on the noodles was perfect at least. Passion project - delicious drink with notes of passion fruit, chocolate, and some spices. The others in my group also had the duck (which they found to be a bit overly loaded with duck fat) and the reginette (which they enjoyed). I'd love to see a more balanced vegetarian main course make it on the menu sometime. The bill for 4 people came to nearly $230 after tax and tip.

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    Piccola Cucina Casa

    4.6
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    2.8 mi

    I never left reviews but this restaurant just stole my heart! This is officially best Italian food…read moreI ever had!!! First time here and will be back again and again 20000%

    Piccola Cucina Casa Brooklyn delivers the rare kind of meal that makes you rethink what a…read moreneighborhood Italian spot can be. The room is small and romantic, homemade pasta hangs in the front window, and the whole evening felt less like dining out and more like being invited into someone's family table in Florence. We started with the fritto misto, a well executed mix of fried fish and vegetables, alongside an insalata caprese that let fresh tomatoes, burrata and basil speak for themselves. From there we went family style, which is really the only way to do it here. The bucatini cacio e pepe was as much performance as dish, mixed tableside directly in the cheese wheel. The fusilloni di Gragnano from Puglia paired scampi with burrata, cherry tomatoes and arugula for a bright, briny plate, while the tagliatelle verdi brought a rich wild boar ragu finished with fresh black truffle. The two standouts, though, were the agnolotti ossobuco with veal sauce and pecorino fondue rounded out with thyme and lemon, and the lasagna Bolognese. That lasagna, layered with meat ragu, tomato and bechamel, may be the best I have ever had. We paired the meal with a bottle of Salvioni 2022 Rosso di Montalcino, aromatic and beautifully matched to the food. The space is cozy and intimate rather than sprawling, so a reservation is a smart call. Everything else, from the food to the atmosphere to the sense that someone's nonna was cooking just for us, made this one of the most memorable meals in NYC. We would return without hesitation.

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    Evelina

    4.4
    (510 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    So a friend and I decided to dine out on a Tuesday, thinking that most places would be empty, well…read morenot EVELINA. We were able to snag an early seating at 6:30. Note: reservations are not required but definitely suggested!! This place was packed. Every table sat, but a few chairs at the bar. I give this place 5 stars, EVERYTHING was lovely! The dim lights, (I love a dark and moody restaurant) noise level, talk-able but good music in the background, food, drinks, service.... all of it TOP NOTCH. Let's get into the deets.... I ordered the Portia cocktail... if you like Mezcal, you should definitely try this one. Smoky and a little sweet, it was a delicious drink We order Pinsa Bianca for appetizers, the bread, roasted peppers and whipped ricotta all made for a light but delish start. We then dove into the rib-eye (for 2) DELICIOUS ! One of the best steaks outside of a steakhouse I have had. The marbling gave it great flavor, salted well and the perfect char on the outside, it was accompanied by French fries and broccolini. All a great addition; The broccolini was surprisingly not too bitter which was nice. To round it off we ordered their version of a Lemon tart! It was the perfect level of sweet and tart! Yummmo Overall a great place for dinner, run don't walk, you won't be disappointed! You'll thank me later

    I recently had dinner with friends at Evelina and had a nice experience. We started with the…read morezucchini blossoms, which were okay, and the fritto misto, which was delicious. The calamari and shrimp were perfectly crispy, although I wish the portion included more than two shrimp. For drinks, I ordered the Lavinia, and it was excellent--a refreshing blend of tequila, lime, orange, and a nice touch of honey. For my entrée, I had the grilled pork chops, which were cooked perfectly. The pistachio gremolata added a unique burst of flavor that really elevated the dish. My friends ordered a variety of pasta dishes, which I tried and tasted good, and everyone enjoyed their meals. We ended with dessert and tried both the traditional tiramisu, which was very good, and the budino--a butterscotch pudding with pistachio gelato--which completely stole the show. It was absolutely amazing. Overall, a great dining experience, and I'd definitely return.

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