Great happy hour deal: every day 5 to 6 PM, including weekends, $10 wines and house cocktails, if you sit at the bar. The bar is very scenic so you will definitely feel like you are getting the full dining experience. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Make reservations for peak dining times in the evenings and on weekends. Many people walked in without reservations and were seated right away on Saturday evenings. Highly recommend trying their original cocktails ($18). We tried the flower child and the harvest moon. Both were tasty. I would get harvest moon again and again. Perfect balance of Tart, sweet refreshing and strong. Menu items change seasonally so it's delightful to try something new every time you visit. $21 potato croquettes were highly disappointing. Everyone recommended them highly, but I could not understand why. For such price, three tiny balls of fried potato should've been mind blowing, but they were underwhelming and forgettable at best. Skip. $24 giant ricotta stuffed raviolo was delightful. Such soothing comfort food. If I could eat just this, I would be happy. $26 fresh crudo was refreshing and light. Delicious cold broth/juice soup in which it was served. $32 Bronzino with mussels in a broth was superb. Light, crispy, and delicate. Would eat this dish for dinner Any night of the day. Balanced flavor profile. Could suit anyone who is picky about their food. $30 lamb neck was a solid dish. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and delicate and flavorful on the inside. Wish the portion was a bit bigger, especially the sides. $38 duck confit was highly advertised, however, it was underwhelming and the least stand out dish. It was solid, but nothing that I would order again or recommend. The duck was on the dry side. Definitely not enough sauce. The cabbage and the cabbage salad were good. Crispy and refreshing. The duck was not the star of this dish. $13 chocolate mousse with strawberry coulis was surprisingly delightful. So light and balanced. Not sweet, but just right to finish a meal. I could eat this dessert every day after every single meal. So simple, yet it hit the spot. Service is very fast and efficient. One of our readers was superb and provided stellar recommendations. Another waiter (young and inexperienced) was very shy and his energy felt very stifling. read more

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Bar 56 is conveniently located in the middle of DUMBO & albeit I can't speak much for the food, I can say that their drinks are great. Do note that they have an awesome HH from 5 to 6 PM where all of the cocktails are only $10- yes, only $10 (a rarity in NYC let alone in DUMBO). I had the harvest moon & the seaside drift. Both were good but the seaside drift definitely stood out to me. I also ordered the crispy brussel sprouts which were pretty tasty but a bit too charred for my liking. However, it was still good & the drinks totally made up for it. Lastly, I forgot the name of the bartender but despite being quite busy from 5-6 PM he was very attentive and nice. I'd be back for the other drinks & certain interesting dinner menu items as well such as their lamb neck. read more

Came here for a pre show dinner. It's very conveniently located across from St. Ann's Warehouse. Perfect spot for pre/post show dining or drinks. Service was friendly and attentive. Large, open space, didn't feel too cramped at all. Menu changes seasonally, but my favorite was the Peekytoe crab pasta. I would come back again. read more

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Went to this spot to celebrate a friend's bday. While the drinks were a little underwhelming, the service and food was on point. Definitely a cute neighborhood spot that you can go to before heading for a night out in Manhattan. Just wished the drinks were better. read more

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We had a great Valentine's Day meal here for around 125 per person not including drinks, tax and tip. They added an amuse bouche last minute as I didn't recall seeing it in on the initial menu. The gnocco frito was much appreciated! The space was huge and we were granted the best people watching seat in the house with a table that can fit a party of 6+. We really felt like we got the royal treatment. The night was full of couples celebrating around our age. The avg age appeared to be mid twenties to late thirties. We enjoyed our first course. My partner got the oyster and I was able to get a cooked crab dish. They were able to make an adjustment to the menu when we asked a few days ahead. Both were really good. We got the gnudi and the agnolotti. I loved the agnolotti and the gnudi. Lastly we had the salmon and the duck which were both done very well By the time dessert came, we were already very satiated. But happy to have a taste of the chocolate cake. Everything was so good so I think dessert was probably our least favorite. read more

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Food is outstanding! Best tuna tartare I have ever had. Great ambiance..attentive service. Mocktail was definitely too tart, will try different one next time. read more

The food was good, and the restaurant is beautiful but the service was a little strange read more

Bar 56 - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Bar56 is an enchanting and accessible spot just over the bridge is a solid space to enjoy tartare and a beautiful red wine to pair with it. The lighting is dim and reads as 'date night' and would love to come back for one. Tai was a great bartender and recomended the Wine Tensley (A Red Blend) which was perfection. Thank you Tai - your awesome! read more

Bar 56 - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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WOW! What an absolute hidden gem in DUMBO! I cannot believe this place wasn't completely full. Maybe it was the time of day we went. Either way, DO NOT SLEEP on this place! Came here with a friend (who seemed to know everyone who worked there due to frequenting the place) for dinner, and I can see this being a good place for a romantic dinner as well or even a large group. Everything we tried was ridiculously good: Potato Croquettes Hiramasa Crudo Tuna tartare Ravioli al Uovo - to die for, do not miss Orechiette And for dessert the strawberry rhubarb panna cotta was one of the best things I've ever had. Overall, would definitely come back here!!! read more

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This place checks all the boxes - fresh pasta, nice drinks, great food, impeccable service and the vibes are great. We ordered a bunch of stuff to share which definitely was the way to go. So many standouts - the tuna was incredible, is the ravioli (singular) and all of the pastas were outstanding and made fresh. We sat in a big booth for 5 of us which was nice. It's right across the walk from St. Ann's and short walk to subway. I can't wait to come here again - yum! read more

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Quaint spot nestled in Dumbo, next to the Time Out Market (Brooklyn). Found this spot while looking for a nice restaurant in the area for a date night dinner. We enjoyed a couple dishes on their menu and enjoyed each bite. Started off with their bread service, had the Cappellacci as an appetizer, and shared the Sakura Pork and Branzino for our main. Almondine Bread: Their bread service, not cheap nor expensive, started the meal right. Served with Vermont butter, the toasted and warm sourdough and baguette were also great vessels for scooping up any sauces from our other dishes. Cappellacci: This pasta dish blew us away. Buttery and rich but smooth and well-balanced from the balsamic reduction. The portion was bigger than we would have assumed - can definitely be ordered as a main. Sakura Pork: The pork was well-seasoned (albeit a bit salty for my preferences) and juicy. The pickled vegetables on the side was amazing - great change of flavor profile and crunch. Branzino: Our favorite dish of the night. The Branzino was perfectly cooked. The meat was plump and moist; the skin was nice and crunchy. The broth/sauce was surprisingly refreshing - which we did not expect. The spinach and thai basil made it refreshing while the mussels added a brine-y flavor without it being overpowering. All in all, great meal and great atmosphere. Although small and unassuming, food and service were top-notch. This spot is relatively new to the neighborhood (opened July 2023) but looking forward to what more they can bring to the table. read more

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I loved almost everything from my visit to the Bar 56 and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a delicious dinner in the DUMBO area. For drinks, my partner and I shared a bottle of rosé but the cocktail menu had a few drinks that caught my eye. Alas, when in a wine bar, I must choose the wine. For food, we did the pre-fixe and I had the Hiramasa Crudo, Cappellacci, Arctic Char, and Bijou. Although the Artic Char was a miss (it needed more flavor), every other dish was stellar. I'm not a dessert person but the Bijou was my favorite course. Very simple and elegantly plated yet the salty creaminess of the goat cheese combined with the sweet honey and tart apple mustard mixture, blew me away. More restaurants should offer this type of upscale mini charcuterie board as a dessert option. In addition to the food and drinks being great, our service was wonderful. Our server Valentina, gave helpful recommendations for all of the dishes and she was steering me towards the Bijou. She was lovely our entire time and I think it added to how much I enjoyed the energy in the space. I'm elated that I got to try so many delicious dishes here and I will certainly find a reason to come back. AND when i do, my first ordered item will be the Bijou! read more

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Our favorite neighborhood haunt, so sad it's closing! Delicious food and wine, and above and beyond staff

Lovely diner at Bar 56. Staff were very friendly their wine selection was excellent and the food was delicious and well executed. I ordered the $85 Pre-Fixe menu. I had the brussel sprouts, lobster pasta, lamb neck and olive oil cake. The plating is beautiful, the chef understands that your eyes eat first. The portions are small but considering the table bread it ends up being the perfect amount. Lamb neck was definitely my favorite but brussels and lobster was so well balanced and flavorful. I think the olive oil cake was good execution wise but Im not the biggest fan of olive oil cake (I did eat it all tho lol). Next time I'll try a different dessert. If you're hanging out or visiting the waterfront in dumbo you can't go wrong with Bar 56! read more

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Had the BEST time here last night with some friends. Every single food and drink item on their menu was just amazing and enjoyable, and the service was super attentive all night. We did the prefixe menu for $85 and I went with the crudo, ravioli, branzino and olive oil cake. I also tried the potato croquettes, the langoustine and cappellacci, and the crème brûlée. Everything was delicious, no complaints from our whole table. I think the langoustine was a stand out dish for sure, as well as the hiramasa crudo. The addition of the basil and blood orange on the crudo was just such a great touch. For $85, it's also a TON of food. I could barely finish my branzino and dessert. 10000% recommend this restaurant, you will not be disappointed. read more

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Came here after work with a friend and was pleasantly surprised with how good the food was! Located right next to the time out market in dumbo, this place is super chic and cozy. Perfect for a date night or catching up with friends. They have an extensive wine list (56 to be exact) and cocktails/beer. The waitress was super sweet & was able to help me pick the perfect wine once I told her what I usually like. The food is made for sharing (small plates, recommend 2-3 per person) and each one was uniquely delicious. I definitely recommend getting a pasta dish, those were my favorite. We had a reservation but it was relatively empty on a Wednesday at 630 so not sure if that's necessary. They also have plenty of bar seating & I was told a happy hour special from 5-6pm on weekdays. They will surely be seeing me again soon! read more

Bar 56 - Ravioli - Langoustine - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Tasty small plates, a great happy hour, friendly service, and a dog friendly outdoor area read more

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I'd rate Bar 56 four and a half stars. Modern restaurant with a large wine selection and a globally influenced menu. The restaurant is located on the southwestern corner of TimeOut market with an entrance on the western segment of the building. We dined in on a Tuesday evening and were seated immediately. In retrospect, I'm shocked that we found that restaurant completely empty and still well below half capacity as we departed. Bar 56 is an excellent choice if you want upscale experience without the hype and long waits. The restaurant is connected to a wine shop, so the wine menu immediately stands out. I believe there were at least fifty wines offered by the glass. I had a two different Pinot Noirs - one from Oregon and another from South Africa. The wine menu is pretty informative but could be overwhelming with the plethora of options. We started with an order or bread and butter with the bread baked at the neighboring Almondine Bakery. My wife loved the bread. Bread was useful in mopping up a lot of the sauces used in the dishes we ordered. I'd recommend saving some for throughout the meal as they'll charge you for a full order if you ask for a couple more slices later on. Next came out the baby beet panzanella. This ate much like an Eastern European beet salad but with a sophisticated presentation. The flavors were nostalgic for me. I liked how the creaminess worked with the beets. The pine nuts seemed overshadowed to me. Soon after we were served the Hiramasa Crudo. I believe Hiramasa is yellowtail. I'm not entirely sure of the difference. The fish does an excellent job of absorbing the brisk and citrusy dressing. It was cut on the thicker side giving the bites a more meaty texture. There were some accompaniments like minced heart of palm which took a reserved role. For the main course, we shared the Raviolo al Uovo and the Lamb Neck. The ravioli is one enormous ravioli filled with ricotta and easy done egg. It's was covered in what I believe was a pumpkin butter sauce. There's something so playful about one giant ravioli that always delights me. It's an ultra savory dish between the cheese, egg, and sauce. Maybe best to not get your cholesterol checked after this one. Nevertheless, it was our favorite item and a must order. The lamb neck was served as an easy to eat block with a side of three pieces of cauliflower covered in a curry sauce. The lamb was crisped on both sides adding a very crunchy texture reminiscent of being cooked on a spit with high heat. It was seasoning with boldy, earthy spices typically used with middle eastern preparations. Lamb was tender but not mushy. For dessert, we shared the basque cheesecake served with a berry coulis and almond crumb. I liked the contrast of textures even within the cheesecake there were some airy sections and some dense ones. The coulis was quite strong. Decor was modern and the restaurant had a downtown ambiance. Most customers were dressed nicely but I don't think a patron would look too far out of place in athletic wear. There is an open kitchen overlooked by the bar. Service was very attentive. There were two gender neutral restrooms with one being handicap accessible; both were spacious. read more

Bar56 surprised me so much! For a nicer dining place, I was surprised that my party could get reservations so easily. Walking in, the first thing I noticed was the nice ambiance and vibes of the place. It felt elevated but not too much. Our service the entire night was fantastic, with our main waiter constantly checking in and teaching us about the menu and drinks. As for the food, the stars of the show were actually all the vegetables. The beet salad appetizer was possibly my favorite thing of the day, I can't recommend it enough! All the food was great! read more

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Was brought here for a date during restaurant week. Beautiful ambience, dim lighting and excellent service. They also have a wine store, which I walked into first. The entrance to the restaurant was around the corner. We sat at the bar. For starters potato croquettes and tuna tartare. The croquettes were crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside served with speck and salad. The tuna was fresh, the kumquat added a nice sweetness and crunch from the macadamia. Our second course was pasta. I got the cavatelli with pork sausage and broccoli rabe. He got triangoli which was triangle shaped ravioli served with goat cheese, beet and lemon. I preferred his dish to mine. There was way too much sausage in my dish and it was greasy. His dish was balanced, delicious and hit so many flavor profiles. I would order as an entree. Best dish of the night. For our third course I got the Branzino with mussels, saffron and Thai basil. He got the lamb neck served with cauliflower, Vadouvan and aji dulce. Both dishes were great. Branzino was well cooked and the sauce light but flavorful. The lamb neck dish was bursting with so many flavor profiles. For dessert we tried the hazelnut crème brûlée. Crispy top, creamy center. Not too sweet and bursting with hazelnut flavor. Cant remember the name of the cocktails we had. They were well balanced and delicious. After our meal, we sat on the couches by the bar and talked. Great experience. I'll definitely be back. read more

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10s across the board! I'm so glad my friend suggested this place for a fun Saturday night. The ambiance is warm and inviting. The service was top-notch and the servers were attentive and friendly. We did the prix fixe menu at $85 for four courses, such a steal! I had the hiramasa crudo, langoustine, the branzino and the olive oil cake. All were super delicious and bursting with flavor. The langoustine was a standout dish, I'm still dreaming of the sauce! The drinks elevated the entire experience. A must visit! read more

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The spot was a quiet with an exquisite atmosphere. The appetizers were delicious the bites were very small and a bit pricey but every bite was delicious. The wait staff was very attentive. read more

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Very nice place to have a date! Went with my bf, love their wine and the menu is simple but good enough. read more

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Great food, fresh and full of flavor. The ambience is nice and you can actually have a conversation. The highlight for me was the service: lovely staff. A great moment overall. read more

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Had such a nice time here, i know this place is new and the location/ambience is beautiful. The music playlist they had going was great and the service was top notch. The menu wasn't too excessive, all the dishes showed expertise and refinement. We started with a nice red blend and the smoked peaches appetizer and hamachi appetizer, as well as bread and butter. The peach dish was divine but they only give you 5 tiny pieces of peach, maybe equaling half a peach in total, and a good amount of cheese (an incredible mix of 3 cheese - to die for). Would have been nice to have a bit more peaches. we ended up ordering another one just to get more. The bread was perfectly charred though and they offered to bring more. The hamachi appetizer was great quality but the flavors and pistachio garnishes didn't really give it a strong enough flavor to me. For mains we tried the salmon and lamb neck. Good but not great. The salmon is a sous vide style preparation which is exquisite in its involvement but this one was a bit too mushy and essentially had no seasoning. The sauce and caviar it was served with were the only things that had flavor, but even with that and the onion it still couldn't elevate enough to wow me. The lamb neck was tender but a little too fatty. The sauces were good and accompaniments of veggies were yummy. I had a bit higher hopes from the food here but still a great experience and actually the prices were way lower than i expected so i guess it all averages out. Great value here. read more

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Great food and great service! We ate here before a show and we got our food very fast. The place has an amazing vibe. Would definitely eat here again! read more

Simply Underrated. This fairly new place is doing everything right, staff has amazing hospitality, food was impeccable and the overall experience was top notch. Our experience with the Manager (Yajaira) to our waitress (Valentina) they broke us down the menu, wine options and even had some champagne for us celebrating our anniversary. The pre-fix menu is filled with great options, choices of protein along with the sides and sauces that complement them to bring out great flavor with your choice of wine. Furthermore, our water glasses were consistently filled, our courses brought out in a timely manner and we did not fell rushed to eat our meal. We were able to enjoy the perfect sized meal options which from the start to the end the flavors were just amazing. Definitely worth a try for a week night with their bar specials or even on a weekend for a nice dinner and a nice location to celebrate an occasion. You heard it here, this place had open reservations but soon that will not be the case as their food and success will take off. read more

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Very cute place to have dinner or grab your drink. This bar is very quiet for the bar, which is hard to find in the city! Everyone at the bar is very friendly and helpful. Recommended! read more

Bar 56 - Bar56 at 53 Water Street in DUMBO, Brooklyn, NY. - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Bar 56 has some of the best service I've ever experienced. The hostess made accommodations for us, our server helped with the menu and helped us understand while giving suggestions, and whole staff was wonderful. Friends and I did the pre-fixed menu and left absolutely stuffed. Of course we tried the wine and with their huge wine selection there was something for everyone. Appreciate the graphics on the menu pairing different dishes with different wine. Will be returning! read more

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Happened upon this restaurant after visiting their sister wine store next door. We had a really nice meal and everything was honestly a 10. My favorite was the Bronzino but the pork and lamb were both fantastic along with the two pasta dishes we tried. Staff was accommodating when we came in early at opening with two kids in our party. Great date night spot. The 4 course $85 tasting i read more

Bar 56 - Hamachi crudo - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The staff and ambiance at Bar56 were both incredible. We spent time chatting with the owner, James and really enjoyed his company. We felt taken care of at every corner. My water was never empty and the food came out hot and perfectly timed. The wine recommendation was spot on, as were the food suggestions. Our waiter suggested the Capellini pasta with the parsnip filling and it ended up being our favorite. Unique and delicious. We will 100% be back. Best meal we've had in awhile. read more

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Visited Bar 56 with family yesterday. What a great experience we had. The restaurant is beautiful the service was amazing and the chef even came out himself to explain a new item on the menu . It was a pumpkin kind of popover . Can't do the name any justice but it was so good . We all ordered a few items to share and not one disappointed us. Planning my next visit because I'm definitely be going back. read more

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Outstanding food, refined atmosphere and attentive service. Beautifully designed restaurant space. Great location. Wine selection made easy by thematic grouping and color coded pairing system. A joy to experience. Don't sleep on Bar 56! read more

Great service, great pasta, but really small portions. I would go again, but would love something with more meat and bigger portions.

This new tasting restaurant in the DUMBO area of Brooklyn is amazing. The restaurant serves small plates, for sharing or for yourself. The restaurant itself is so beautifully decorated, you relax as soon as you walk in the doors. The entire staff is welcoming and on top of their game. If you don't know what you want to eat, they will go over everything with you. They even have a sommelier to help you with wine pairings. They have a regular menu and then seasonal offerings as well. Everything is delicious, from the breads and butter to the small plates to the desserts, and the cocktails are beautiful. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Came here with my partner for our anniversary. The food is delicious. The croquettes, raviolo, garganelli, swordfish, and beets salad were the highlights. Cocktails were amazing. Ambiance was very comfortable and inviting. The service is spectacular. It felt so personalized; they kept wishing us happy anniversary which was so sweet. And they staff is extremely attentive and professional. Would happily come here again. read more

Food: Excellent. Ordered five small dishes. The standouts: pork belly, crudo, artichokes. Drinks: Martinis were divine. Service: Outstanding. Friendly service; came by our table just the right number of times. Right amount of banter. read more

Second time back and lived up to first experience. Staff is great and the ambiance is wonderful. For food, we started with the tuna tartar which blew us away. Had the ravioli and risotto for entrees - excellent! Also really enjoyed the espresso martini. So happy there is good option in dumbo read more

Convenient location if you are in the Dumbo area and want to grab something of a traditional meal that's not from the food court. The service is very fluid and attentive, partially because there aren't many customers. The food is above average if you stick to smaller plates. The most disappointing was the dry aged beef. The wine selections are good, but be warned they are quite overpriced. read more

Lovely dinner at Bar 56. Service, food, and overall ambiance was great. My wife and I had a belated Valentine's Day dinner here and everything was great. Staff was exceptionally friendly and were very accommodating. I think perhaps the best service I've seen at any restaurant in NYC! We ordered the prix-fixe course where we got to choose an appetizer, pasta dish, main dish, and a dessert. All the food came out with great timing, everything was paced so that we could enjoy our food but also not too late where we were left with empty plates. All the dishes were very tasty and perfectly cooked. I would suggest this place to anyone who wants good food, great service, and a nice vibe. It's also just a few steps away from the Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Carousel. Walk the area before/after your meal for a lovely, romantic date. read more