I vowed to come back for this foi gras fritters and I did just that. It was amazing. I think my favorite dish is the mushroom dish, and the octopus. I can't get that sweet tahini out of my mind. I also had the duck again, and I tried the beef and broccoli dish that was amazing. The beef was very tender. The broccoli and sauce was spicy and sweet at the same time. We were treated to a new dessert on the menu a halvah chocolate / ice cream dish, that was truly delicious. I am more of a light dessert kinda gal, (but I love halvah) but for those must have chocolate after dinner types, a great choice. The service was impeccable. Nobody rushed us. We sat and sipped hibiscus tea afterwards and a great time was had. read more

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Was in the area looking for lunch and came across this place and im so happy I did! Ordered the cauliflower shawarma, pulled beef sandwich, two drinks and knafe - plenty of food for two. Portions are great. Waiters are so friendly and helpful. Spilled my drink about 5 minutes after getting it, and they were so nice, quick to clean it up and make me a new one! Will definitely be coming back. read more

The food is top notch flavored and that is a big deal because Arabs don't normally expect to be blown away at other Arab restaurants because we all prioritize home cooking-- but this place takes the cake! Everything was so perfectly seasoned and cooked. Amazing decor. We loved everything we got, including all the skewers and the burrata appetizer & the mushroom (which was my favorite). We only hope that the restaraunt will grow to include more of a Levantine wines selection! read more

Boutros - Menu - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I would leave a ZERO star if I could. Very disappointed because all the dishes were no taste or taste bad... kale salad - no taste, pork shank - only for presentation, tasted salty and dry. Worst experience ever, don't even give a try. Not worth it. read more

Amazing and inventive dishes, beautiful ambience and great service. Felt old and new all at the same time.

Wow the duck. The pita is baked fresh. And the baba ganoush the butternut squash mezze was different and also very good. Service was friendly and prompt. read more

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So glad Boutros is still doing outdoor dining, as the weather was perfect this past weekend! We stopped by for some drinks and decided to have a few appetizers. Our favorite was the hummus with short rib - the short rib was so good it should be a dish of its own! The arancini were very well done, as they were not oily/soggy at all, so they had a delicious crunch and the beef filling was great. The miso baba ghanoush was very sesame-y, a bit too much for my husband's taste. I love sesame everything so I did not mind, although I do agree the eggplant was not as noticeable. The pita bread was fresh and warm, which we really appreciated. Love this neighborhood spot! read more

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Ah Boutros... Saturday night dinner with my mate. My first impression is the restaurant was warm and inviting- nice ambiance. But... They sat us under a speaker and proceeded to blast 90's soft-core, gangsta rap, heavy on the bass, for the duration of our meal. I mean, come'on... none of you listened to 90's gangsta rap back in the actual 90's back when I would've appreciated a deep bass line. I'm old now, so all that bass was annoying to me all night long. But I guess it's fair... I annoyed plenty of people with the same music back in the 90's... Anywho... the annoying music aside, I had a really special chicken entree here. I mean it was absolutely delicious and memorable in every way. The rest of our food was tasty (including a sorta sweet pork dish), but not as memorable. All-in-all, I'd say what I most remember about that night was the bass of the music, the amazing chicken dish, and paying way too much for other, less memorable, dishes. But opinions vary. You might still wanna try this one if you're in the neighborhood. read more

That Miso Baba Ganoush goes hard! If you're Black American, like I am, please try it. My boo and I are going back this week just to post up at the bar to order that x2. read more

Came here for brunch and had the best meal! They have the absolute cutest decor and the fluffiest pita bread I've ever eaten! We ordered the burrata cheese dip with fig and fresh baked pita bread which was amazing and then I had the French toast which might be the best French toast I've had. The staff is nice and it wasn't super crowded but glad to have made reservations. For the two of us with an app, cocktails and an entree each, after tax and tip we paid $100 total. read more

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Some of the best food I've had in Brooklyn. A bold statement.... but I really can't get over the grilled octopus, the pork belly and the brussel sprouts. Pure heaven. The pork belly was my favorite dish of the night. Just the right amount of crispiness on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. The glaze that formed over it with the hint of grill flavor completely blew me away. The octopus was amazing as well. Not too chewy and unbelievable flavors, plus the potato purée underneath was a really good touch. The brussel sprouts.... some of the best I've ever had, and that's saying a lot with brussel sprouts taking over every menu out there right now. The sauce/glaze was amazing, and the sliced almonds gave it a nice crunch. Also, make sure you get a mezze plate so you can try the pita... you won't be disappointed by either (I recommend the beet hummus)! The dishes are pretty pricey for the portion size, but they are so spectacular it makes it a little better. The cocktails were really good. Not as strong as I prefer, but very solid flavor combinations. I loved the Thistle & Smoke. Definitely a good spot for an intimate date night or catching up with a friend. read more

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Rarely do we stumble upon something lovely without doing research ahead of time and there's always a sense of magic when it happens to be as nice of an experience as Boutros. The mezcal cocktail I had was underwhelming - had just come from Elsa so the bar was high - and we thought the Brussels sprouts were the star and worth going back for. We enjoyed the short rib hummus and the fried rice, too. read more

Came here on Valentine's Day. The place has a nice ambiance. We shared some dip with pita, I got the scallops and my date got some pasta. Food was great, but the pasta portion was so small... Wine selection is also limited. read more

Amazing shawarma and fries Great coffee Great mezcal beverage (a tad sweet) French toast way too sweet (there is sugar in every element of the dish, too much). Sugar covers all other flavors. Excellent service. If they say they are full by phone still try to drop in--they'll find a space. read more

Brussel sprouts were probably the best thing on the menu. They're so rich and creamy, I could've had an entire order to myself. The service was great-- they coursed our meal out perfectly. read more

Love this place so much. Everything on their menu is fantastic but my favorite would be their pita bread and dips. SO SO good! Highly recommend! read more

First time ordering here. Got takeout. Food was still fresh and tasty. One of the best restaurants in the area. Got the pork chop, 1/2 chicken, brussel sprouts, cucumber. Would recommend them all, but especially pork chop and brussels. read more

Boutros - 1/2 chicken - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Having spent the morning searching for a new apartment in Brooklyn Heights, we decided to dine at Boutros for brunch and explore the surrounding neighborhood. The restaurant is modern and well decorated, service is solid, and the vibe is incredibly laid-back. I'm not sure if this is a Brooklyn-specific thing or whether I've become too comfortable with the idea that people are just rude and that's NYC for ya?! We ordered the Shakshuka (with poaches eggs, parsley, and house baked pita) and the Halloumi and Spinach Frittata (served with mixed greens and multigrain toast). For the price point, the portion sizes were generous. I do regret ordering the Shakshuka for brunch though - way too much pita for one sitting (that's my bad). It was delicious! Maybe it's good for sharing? And absolutely no complaints about that gigantic Frittata! Yum! We really enjoyed our meal and look forward to visiting this restaurant again! read more

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Solid, clean Mediterranean food. I ordered duck breast, which comes with some sort of grain, sour cherries and fava. The skin and meat were perfect, really nothing bad to say about the dish at all! I also tried the pork belly skewer appetizer and beignets for dessert. Both were fine, but not standout. In particular I wish the beignets came with the sauce in a ramekin for easy dipping and were a bit more fluffy. I topped off the lot with one of their signature cocktails, the "Thistle & Smoke" made with Mezcal, Cynar, honey and citrus. It was well-balanced and would make a great summer evening cocktail. In terms of ambiance I enjoyed the dark wood vibe with industrial touches. The chairs were comfortable. There's a large community table in the center back of the restaurant, so if it's busy you'll probably be knocking elbows with your neighbors. But it was quiet at 9 on a Thursday. Finally, fantastic service! I was well-taken care of and enjoyed my visit. read more

Boutros - The delicious duck entree - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Atlantic ave has come a long way since the late 90s. Boutros fits in nicely with a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern/New American mix and a strong chef that pairs quality ingredients and excellent flavors with stylized presentation. The design of the restaurant is gorgeous and inviting. Generous amount of single strung Edison bulbs hang from the ceiling and give off a gentle hue that feels intimate. I do wish the sound levels were better attenuated as it can get loud and a bit hard to hear without yelling slightly. I also would have preferred a more comfortable chair and a place to hang a coat (since the chair design doesn't allow it to be hung across the back effectively). Do yourself a favor and get creative with a custom off-menu drink. They have some housemade sodas that beg for a kick. We had a pineapple punch with rum and Ginger lemonade with vodka. But don't let some of these minor flaws obfuscate the great cuisine. We started with some mezze of Lennard crostini which was just the right amount for 4 and had a wonderful texture and flavors. Following up as apps we went for the kale tabouleh salad, mozzarella pizza and bulgur fried rice. Skip the pizza but must get bulgur & kale (PRO TIP: Mix the rice & kale for a treat). I opted for the fish which was a perfectly cooked halibut on a light bed of bok choy in a light sauce (which also works with the bulgur fried rice). My wife ordered the steak that came out exactly medium rare with a nice char on the outside. We didn't have room for dessert but felt that our whole meal was excellent. Service was solid, if a little inefficient (didn't take multiple refill drink orders when one of us ordered). Water was constantly filled and a well appointed bathroom make for a fine dining experience. We'll be coming back for sure. Also noticed they're on Seamless now too! read more

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Best pork chop I've ever had. Also: best tabbouleh and baba ganoush. Great atmosphere, super friendly staff. We stopped in on a whim and I'm so grateful we did. Ty to the chef and servers. You guys rock. read more

Really beautiful, cozy restaurant. Love the ambience of this place. The food is pretty delicious as well. We ordered a mozzarella and tomato pizza to share as a starter. It was very good and more than we could finish. For mains, I ordered the duck with freekeh, fava bean, sour cherry and coffee. Wow, this dish was really amazing! The duck was so tender and juicy and all of the elements of the dish worked really well together, despite the oddness of their combination. Portion wasn't huge, but it was enough for me. The only quibble I have with this place is due to a slight misunderstanding. During our starter, we decided to eat only half the pizza and take back the rest to save room for the entrees. We were kept waiting quite a long time, until we finally had to ask the server where our entrees were. Turns out that he had been waiting for us to finish the pizza before bringing them out. My preference is usually to have the server check up on us at some point, but I suppose flagging him down would have been appropriate this time. It happens, I guess. read more

Boutros - Duck - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

All of the food here is so good! It's a little pricey, but the food is really flavorful and creative. I love ordering the labne, a few skewers, and some of the veggie appetizers. I have also had the steak and chicken entrees and both were delicious. Definitely one of my favorite neighborhood spots! read more

One of my favourite spots in Brooklyn-I remember peering in when they were setting up to open a few years ago. Have been a few times over the last 3/4 years and have never been disappointed. Went the other night, and had an incredible meal outside. The tables are far apart and at the moment they are only offering outdoor dining. We split a load of smaller dishes-fried rice, brussel sprouts, calamari, labneh and burrata. I couldn't tell you which was one was my favourite. It was such a good combination of flavours and freshness. Cannot recommend enough! read more

One thing I'll never complain about is the explosion of new trendy and upscale restaurants opening up in the neighborhood. I'd been following Boutros' Instagram for a while (since before they opened) and finally made my way there for dinner. The space is as gorgeous as advertised. It wasn't a restaurant before, which is even more impressive. The bartender told us it was actually an ice cream shop decades ago, and they kept the floor tiling. There are cool lightbulbs hanging from strings, and tons of awesome cooking/cocktail books lining the shelves. There's also a big mossy thing on the wall behind the bar and in the bathroom. Anyway, the entrees range from $18 to $31, but I recommend doing a bunch of starters to share and a pizza if you're just 2-3 people. We did the foie gras fritters, grilled octopus, smoked halloumi, and the clam pizza. You'd think deep frying foie gras wouldn't work, but it does. I especially loved the strawberry sauce that it was set on top of. The octopus was cooked perfectly - tender and not at all rubbery. Could've gone for a little more char though. The red pepper chutney was a great complement. The grilled halloumi was basically a sizable arugula salad with watermelon. The halloumi was hidden underneath and the whole dish was a nice contrast of flavors. The clam pizza was pretty damn good as well. The crust was airy, and the clams were plentiful. It's not quite a New Haven crust, but it's probably one of the better clam pizzas in the area (which is no small feat since there are a TON of pizzerias nearby). Their beer selection was respectable, and they have a hell of a wine list. Service was great, and I'm looking forward to coming back for brunch! read more

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The food is good but the brunch service is SO disappointing!!! My boyfriend and I came here on a Sunday at noon, and the place wasn't packed or anything so we were easily seated. It took about 5 minutes to get menus and water in our glasses.... annoying but fine. Our waitress finally came back and we ordered: for me, the shakshuka and iced coffee; for my boyfriend, the avocado toast with an egg and iced coffee. The food came quickly - mine was great, his was missing the egg. The waitress turned around and quickly left without asking if we needed anything. She never came back to check on us and eventually we were able to wave down someone else to tell them the food was missing the poached egg. We also asked twice for salt without ever having it brought to the table. Finally, I got up and walked to the bar so that we could finally have salt for the avocado toast SANS egg (which desperately needed some flavor from either salt or pepper). Wouldn't come back - too pricey for the poor quality of service and mediocre food. Go to colonie nearby, it's much better food and better service (worth the wait) read more

Perfect for a date with my husband. Unpretentious place with beautiful interior and fab food! Husband and I ordered small plates - mez & appetizers and drinks-perfection! Staff was attentive but not overbearing. I love that the menu changes often (I'd be back either way though). read more

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I've had the chance to visit Boutros (Arabic for "Peter") for brunch and dinner, and I can't rave enough about it! Up-and-coming local chef, Allen Dabagh, conjures New American cuisine that represents an interesting take on Syrian-Lebanese flavors. His restaurant, which is only a year old, is a fitting, revitalizing addition to the Little Syria neighborhood of Brooklyn, which like many ethnic neighborhoods, is threatened by gentrification. Boutros is a great spot for families, friends, and dates. The Challah French Toast with Ricotta, Pistachio Butter, Fresh Fruit, and Orange Blossom Maple Syrup was delicious and evoked nostalgic Middle Eastern flavors in a very American dish. The Duck (with Freekeh, Fava Bean, Sour Cherry, and Coffee) must be the softest and most tender duck I've ever tried! Cutting it was like slicing through butter, and its union with the cherry sauce is a match made in Heaven! It's the perfect homage to the Cherry Kababs (Kabab Bil Karaz) in Aleppo, Syria! The delicious Mozzarella, Tomato, Chili Oil, and Basil Pizza comes with a welcome addition: Aleppo pepper! The Bulgur Fried Rice with Soujouk (a dry, spicy sausage popularized by the Armenian diaspora in Syria and Lebanon), Egg, Snow Peas, Enoki Mushroom, and Sesame is another standout dish that combines Asian fusion with Middle Eastern flavors. It is rich and flavorful, but also gives you a nice cozy feeling. Also check out the Labneh toast with cucumber, radishes, and za'atar for a light take on a popular Middle Eastern yogurt dish. If you're lucky, try the Strawberry Knafeh (Ricotta, Pistachio, Cinnamon Ketaifi, Strawberry Sorbet & Consomme). It is a lighter, flavorful Ketaifi version of traditional knafeh- a popular Palestinian/Syrian/Lebanese/Jordanian dessert made with cheese pastry soaked in sweet, sugar-based syrup. Aesthetically, the interiors of Boutros are beautiful and welcoming. The chef and his staff are very warm and friendly and are willing to explain dishes. This is the perfect restaurant for any occasion: family, friends, graduations, birthdays, or that romantic date. 5/5 read more

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I was there for dinner last night and the squash kibbeh was my favorite thing on the menu. The Brussels sprouts and the short rib shawarma hummus are some of my favorites as well. The staff is super friendly and on top of checking vaccine cards to all their guest. Will definitely be coming back! read more

I picked this place for my birthday celebration last night and it was perfect! The food was outstanding and the service and atmosphere were perfect! Tasting menu was good amount of food and for a good price. Cocktails were all super interesting and the savory babs fizz was awesome! I will definitely be back...birthday or not. read more

What a disappointment for a birthday celebration! Ordered a pork shank and a duck breast for entrees. A single piece of duck with no side, pork shank is just a luke warm premade dish that is so dense and salty that burned my throat. Have to cut my loss and left without ordering dessert, fleeting out to Sahadi for sweet to mellow out the salt! read more

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Food is good for the most part waiter was very polite and accommodating. I just wish the ambience was higher quality to match the prices.

Alan, the owner & chef, created Boutros with his own hands, it is his pride & joy. His cooking has reached such great heights with an interesting menu with Middle Eastern touches that delight & fascinate. Short Rib Shwarma w/house made Hummus is a terrific appetizer that comes with fresh from the oven pita. Last night we began with that - how can you not we say....then the Braised Leek Salad so tangy with a shaving of cabbage . Happy to see the leek which I feel is an unappreciated vegetable. Alan does it justice ....then the piece de resistance, new on this seasonal menu - Duck Breast with a Sour Cherry & Walnut sauce which was so tender and had such compelling complex flavours. We ended our repast with house made Turkish Coffee ice cream deep with flavour. All this accompanied by two tequila cocktails chosen from an excellent bar menu. The mood inside is pleasing with woods and low lighting - a great bar and beautiful tiled floor. A great place - top quality food without pretension yet worthy of the highest praise. read more

Quintessential Lebanese restaurant! Exceptional food, wonderful space and friendly service. It's clearly a neighborhood go-to. When you walk in the space is warm and inviting and it seems as though everyone knows each other. The first few minutes you feel like an outsider and then the staff puts you at east and starts treating you like a regular. Chef Allen Dabagh displays the welcoming demeanor that the Lebanese are known for. Clearly, he's never met a stranger. It seems all the guests in the restaurant on Wednesday night were his friends or family. And the food! Oh, the food! Sitting at the chef's counter was like being in my grandmother's kitchen - if my grandmother had attended the French Culinary Institute. Mezze is my favorite way to eat. Small plates, spread over time. Different textures, flavors, and temperatures - it's food for my ADHD brain! The menu starts with traditional Lebanese foundations: hummus, skewers, halloumi labneh, tahini, and then brings different modifiers (e.g. peas or beets in the hummus) and spices (sumac, dukkah, za'atar) blending them in creative ways. The results are lively and delicious. New twists on ancient food. My only regret is that Allen was not serving Kibbeh Nayeh the night we went. His take on Lebanese steak tartare includes bulgur, puffed amaranth, sunflower seeds, and spring onion! And it's served with homemade pita hot from the oven. Sounds like heaven! read more

Enjoyed a lovely meal here on their sidewalk seating. There is plenty of indoor seating if that's your vibe too! We got a reservation and did hear of some folks not being able to be accommodated due to lack of res, so try to scoop one up if you can. I loved the carrot muhammara- the pomegranate on this makes for an amazing dish! The Brussel sprouts might be my favorite I've had in Brooklyn. They are crispy and the almond butter is subtle but so tasty. I was also so impressed with our cocktails! Great spot for a date or meeting up with friends. Good vibes. Will definitely be back to enjoy those Brussel sprouts again. read more

Amazing experience and food. A great place to meet friends after work. Highly recommend the octopus!

Excellent food; great service and really good wine. The place was very well decorated, the staff are really friendly.

Ammmaaaaazing food great ambiance definitely worth a trip out to Brooklyn. The mistake mushrooms, the buratta, the angel pasta all vey delicious. Definitely coming back!! The ricotta cheese dessert is to die for. read more

Boutros - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We were optimistic about Boutros, but sadly it didn't live up to the prices on the menu. The vegetarian food was great. Sadly they have no idea how to prepare meat. On all 3 meat main courses they were over cooked. We sent the food back and then had a replacement that lacked basic seasoning and the steak was not cut properly. When you have colonie a few doors down, it's hard to see how this place will survive. If you do go, avoid the meat courses at all costs. read more

Very impressive place. Small menu but everything was amazing. We had a party of 6 and just shared appetizers and main courses. The pork shank was awesome. Good selection of beer and wine. Service was very good but not overly. Very cool atmosphere. Highly recommended. read more