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    Black Oak on Fifth

    4.2 (99 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    BLACK OAK ON FIFTH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Mimosa

    Black Oak is my favorite go to restaurant in Park Slope. I've been here countless times and I've never been disappointed. For brunch, I generally with the classic eggs & bacon. I'm picky about my over medium eggs and they get them perfect every time. Comes with toast, side of potatoes and a small salad. The Mac and cheese is another favorite brunch item of mine. Their Mimosas are delicious as are their margaritas, which they will rim with tajin if you ask. I love the new lunch menu. The bacon, egg and cheese sandwich is huge and their burger is made perfect to order! I've also had their pizzas, meatballs, wings and Caesar salad. I'd recommend any of them. The staff is friendly and they know their regulars. Make sure to make a reservation for weekend brunch as they tend to get super crowded. I don't take many photos of my meals, but I found a few that really don't do Black Oak justice!

    Calamarata Seafood
    Raia S.

    We had a lovely dinner here recently sitting outside, it's on 5th Avenue but set back slightly from the street and has some nice string lights enclosing it to feel a bit of separation from the surrounding activity. I got an n/a shandy and the calamarata seafood pasta, it appears they have pasta deals on Tuesdays. The pasta was delicious, perfectly al dente and in a thick ring shape I haven't tried before but soaked up the butter garlic sauce wonderfully. The mussels, clams, shrimp, and calamari were all nicely prepared. The server was warm and checked in on us frequently. I wasn't a huge fan of the side veggies we ordered, the broccoli rabe and brussels sprouts, so I would probably stick to the mains. Overall, a lovely and surprisingly quiet dinner for a special occasion.

    Strawberry and orange mimosa
    Leah B.

    My best friend and I came here for brunch on Sunday, and everything from the food to the vibes to the drinks was really good. It was pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making a reservation. Surprisingly, we didn't order any appetizers. For my entrée, I had the steak and eggs with potatoes, salad, and toast. The steak was cooked perfectly--well seasoned, juicy, and so good that I didn't even need sauce. I ordered it medium-well and it came out exactly right. My best friend had eggs, bacon, potatoes, and toast, and she said everything was fresh and delicious. We both ordered mimosas--I had the strawberry mimosa and she had the orange--and they were so good. Our waitress was amazing and checked on us regularly. I'll definitely be back to try their dinner menu.

    Alan L.

    What a difference Perhaps we caught them on a bad night for our previous visit. We enjoyed our meal, including the cocktails. We went on "Pasta Tuesday." Both of our pasta dishes were delicious. The Paper Plane cocktail was good. The Dill With It cocktail was creative and well-balancedl. The room is comfortable and the service was attentive.

    Nafisa H.

    A nice restaurant, that's maybe a little bit on the pricier end. The owner is so friendly and sweet and the service is very warm accommodating. Being in Park Slope it's very kid friendly. We've come a handful of times, typically during the pasta Tuesday deal and during brunch. Brunch can be very crowded which does show it's well loved. Despite only just noticing their oven for pizza, I've actually never gotten pizza from here. Described as an Italian restaurant it definitely leans more Americana to me.

    Shirrell H.

    Came here solo dolo just cause after work. Sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive. She gave me some recommendations for food but I let her surprise me between the few choices she suggested. She ultimately got me the short rib pasta and I must say I was pleased I added on cheese and red pepper flakes. When I tell you I left nothing back. My margarita was delicious too. If I'm in the neighborhood I would 100% return

    Sheynelle S.

    Such a lovely spot tucked into one of the nicest areas of Brooklyn -- surrounded by tons of charming little restaurants and quaint shops that make it perfect for a casual night out or date night stroll. I stopped in for dinner and everything was excellent. The happy hour deal is definitely worth checking out! I had the bolognese, and it was so good -- flavorful, perfectly cooked, and that ideal al dente texture. I started with the burrata appetizer, which was the perfect beginning, and paired everything with a lemon drop martini that was beautifully balanced and refreshing. The vibe is welcoming, the staff is friendly and they have good bathrooms! I'll absolutely be coming back!

    Prosciutto Arugula Pizza & tricolor pasta
    Tova W.

    We booked a table for 2 an hour before dinner and were able to get a low top table. It was crowded which was a good sign. All the food looked good at neighboring tables. It was loud, so somewhat hard to hear and not too dark. We ordered prosciutto arugula pizza and tricolor pasta and chocolate flan with orange sauce. The service was really attentive. Parking on street.

    Pineapple and lychee mimosas
    Christy J.

    This place was clutch. We had the sausage pizza with honey to share, a steak wrap and steak and eggs. All were delicious! The mimosas were good each with just a hint of your flavor of choice. I'd pass on the sangria next time. The service was pretty good they provided us with a high chair. I'd definitely come back to try the pasta.

    Eggs Purgatory
    Max B.

    I came here for brunch with high hopes and a growling stomach. The service was excellent--attentive, warm, and genuinely kind--but the food felt like a missed opportunity wrapped in marinara. I ordered the Eggs in Purgatory, which looked like it wanted to be shakshuka's Italian cousin but forgot to bring the flavor profile. The sauce lacked depth, the egg was fine but unremarkable, and the whole dish landed somewhere between "comfort food" and "well, that's... food." The side of crostini was serviceable, though it didn't really help elevate the dish. Now, credit where it's due: the Bloody Marys were killer--spicy, bold, and honestly the highlight of the meal. If I come back, it'll be for the drinks and the friendly staff, not the food. I wanted to love this place. I gave it a real shot. But when the best part of brunch is your drink and your waiter, that's telling. If you're in the neighborhood and thirsty? Sure. Hungry? Maybe look elsewhere.

    Melanie M.

    A great restaurant in a really nice area of Brooklyn. I picked this place because I had a book event I was attending right down the street. My cousin and I met here and sat together at the bar. The staff is friendly and welcomed us as soon as we walked in. The bartender was great and we had a nice conversation with her. For a starter we ordered the Frito Misto which consisted of calamari, shrimp, and zucchini fried in a tempura batter. Tempura is one of my favorite batters and this starter was cooked perfectly. Very large shrimp was the highlight. Then my cousin and I shared the diavola pizza and Black Oak's burger. WOW! both were cooked perfectly. The pizza description mentioned it would be on spicy side but it wasn't too much. The burger was huge! I really loved all the food. I had no complaints with anything. It was such a nice time catching up with family while sitting at the bar. I would highly recommend when visiting the area.

    Kay. K.

    Cute restaurant, staff very friendly and efficient! Food came out well. Ordered: Burrata, Meatballs, Cacio e Pepe and chicken. Spent about 2hrs there with laughters which including two glasses of wine and dessert with friends but I forgot to take pictures of the dessert..

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    Carissa C.

    Came here on a Wednesday for happy hour. The restaurant is very cozy and inviting. We were able to pick where we wanted to sit. I got a burger which was a standard tasty burger and came with fresh greens and blue cheese, which I enjoyed. The service was very slow but this was not the waitstaff's fault as the establishment only had 1 waitress for all the tables inside and outside. The place was pretty full for a Weds evening but it also is in a very popular area. Another discrepancy was we were charged the non happy hour price for one drink. When we asked about it, it was said because we ordered after 7pm but the menu says happy hour is 4-8. Nevertheless they fixed it on the bill. Overall the food was good but they need more waitstaff.

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