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    Branded Saloon

    3.6 (314 reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Closed 3:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Live music
    Moderate noise

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    Isabella S.

    Maybe I came on an off day but I thought the food and drinks were awful. We sat outside and I think they were definitely short staffed everyone working seemed so frazzled and busy, but they were still friendly (most of them). I ordered the "starting 5 BLT" from the NY Liberty menu and it was awful. Sloppy and not in a good way. No sauce, bacon full of fat and the bun was way too thick for such a small piece of chicken. When I was done with the sandwich, there was a bunch of bun still left on my plate from what had broken off as I was eating. I upgraded to onion rings and they were disgusting. They were served in a pool of brown grease, tasted in grease and just awful. 2 others at the table tried them and agreed how bad they were and they were served with some watery white sauce. I sent them back for fries which were good. Drinks were not very good but cheap. Again, maybe I came on an off day but I don't think I'd return.

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    Holli R.

    Everything about this neighborhood queer ally space is notable. Friendly service with the best drag shows and karaoke in Brooklyn. The food is delicious but that tops off the great vibes. Worthy of becoming a regular. Giardia the Parasite and Matzah Belle Soup with Ivory Snow for Ru Paul Finale was packed energy high.

    Steak & Eggs w/ exterior
    Catherine S.

    This was maybe my second time at Branded Saloon and the service is always amazing! I can only describe the vibe as "Trader Joe's". The staff go out of their way to accommodate, everyone's upbeat and it's dog friendly. They offered my friend's dog water & they were giving out compliments/could tell loved dogs. Now, the steak and eggs was delicious. No notes- super filling and yummy. The French 75 was good as well and they offered us a complimentary spiked cider when I couldn't decide between the two. I love when the staff are just happy to make you happy so my friend date continued on Splendidly. Now, the venue itself has a wooden, cabin style feel. inside is super quirky with drag queen photos, upstairs and downstairs area, and rainbow flags. A great safe space.

    Claire A.

    We love Julia, Wonderful like chicken strips. This place is the best. -Review Haiku-

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    Natasha T.

    Patrick and Veronica was our servers and host for NYE and let me tell you, THEIR SERVICES WAS IMPECCABLE!! We got here before the crowd and still, they will passed by our booth to asked if we needed anything. The food: Wings were delicious, not dry and super crunchy. Patrick told us that the owner made the food this fine New Year's Eve and let me tell you, those wings hit the spot. Fries were THICCC and well seasoned. As you can see the pictures I have attached to this review, a hefty portion to fill your carbs needs to you know...DRINK MORE!! Their prices is pretty affordable around these neighborhoods and I'm definitely coming back here when I visit NYC. Love the music, giving up a club feel and great vibes. Theres dance floor downstairs and in the back of the place. We sat in the front where the booth is and music is still popping. Thank you Patrick and Veronica!! Y'all the best and thank you for having us ! Until next time, keep it up and we'll see you soon!

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    Cristina D.

    Really fun drink spot with a wacky and bright, colorful vibe that you just do not expect walking in! They turned a very dark and rustic aesthetic place into a vibrant brunch bar with a variety of tasty options as well as amazing music, drag shows, and karaoke! I came by for a few drinks today and had an absolute blast. The staff was friendly and attentive and so fast to get us our orders! I cannot wait to come back for brunch very soon and try out their food!

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    susie K.

    Grabbed food and drink here after a reading at unnameable books. Server was great. Loved the brussels sprouts. Don't understand why we were charged for ice.

    Syntosha A.

    The service was 100% impeccable. We would not have stopped accepting Patrick's showmanship. All Staff were friendly, accommodating, and completely pleasant on a rainy summer Saturday afternoon. Frozen and frozen pina colleagues must orders.

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    Mireya H.

    This spot is down the block from my favorite tea restaurant, and the first time I stopped by, I was just killing time. Best decision ever! The staff is enthusiastic, friendly, funny, and just a pleasure to be around. I went around Halloween, and the place was nicely decorated, giving a cool holiday vibe. The drinks are beyond excellent! Tasty with a nice punch and seasonal: I was able to get a nice hot cocktail on a cold, rainy day. Sidenote, why is it so hard to get hot drinks at other pubs all of a sudden? In addition to great drinks, they also have a nice menu with tasty dishes, including dessert. I definitely plan to be a regular!

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    Tarita H.

    I stumbled on this gem, funnily enough as I was waiting for a Tea party reservation down the street on a rainy day. We just popped in to get out of the rain. What a find! I cannot rave enough about the waitstaff! So funny! So welcoming! So knowledgeable about the menu. Honestly it felt like I was hanging with a friend! The food is amazing and the drinks are to die for! I was actually surprised at how diverse a food and drink menu they have. The restrooms are clean and spacious. What else do you need to know? Belly up to the bar!

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    Patrick is amazing! We had he best time on a rainy summer Sunday afternoon at Branded

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    Service is pretty bad on a regular basis. Took 30 minutes to get a glass of wine... on a night when the place wasn't crowded at all.

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    Good beers and bar food. Have been here a few times since Vanderbilt has been closed to cars on weekends. Love the festive vibe!

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    Sailor

    4.3(103 reviews)
    0.7 miFort Greene

    Had a date night here on a weekday recently. No reservations, just walked in and asked for a bar…read morespot. Waited about 20 minutes next door and got a text that our table was ready. Great-looking menu, ended up getting the Caesar salad, stuffed radicchio, and chicken to share. Everything was top-notch. The Caesar was one of the best I've had, and the stuffed radicchio was on another level. Didn't expect it to be as good as it was. The wine reduction was really special. The chicken was the star of the show. I'm one of those people who never order chicken out because I can make it at home, but this was just on another tier. I couldn't, on my best day, cook chicken this well. Couldn't recommend enough. The staff was super helpful and friendly without being overbearing sitting at the bar. Will definitely be back here this summer on the patio!

    Solid neighborhood brunch spot with fun vibes and a stellar french toast. However, it falls a…read morelittle short of all the hype based on service + the other dishes we tried. Made a reservation for Saturday brunch with a friend and was instantly charmed upon arrival. I love the layout of the restaurant with the bistro tables facing inward-- it really feels like they are making the best use of the space. For food, my friend and I opted to share the french toast and the burger. The french toast was delicious, although dare I say the slab of butter they put on the top is a little too thick and too cold, so it's hard to get it to properly melt. The burger was good but nothing spectacular and I think they could have a much better bun. However, the fries were delicious! I got a flat white and my friend got a grapefruit juice. For the price, the sizes of the drinks fell flat, and my flat white was also too much like a cappuccino. Service was friendly but extremely slow to take our initial order, and our drinks then took 10 minutes to come out too.

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    Baba Cool

    4.0(331 reviews)
    0.7 miFort Greene
    $$

    Baba Cool was wonderful! Lovely warm welcome when we arrived and staff remained very attentive and…read morehelpful throughout the evening. The food was delicious ! You must have the Brussels sprouts!! I'd go back for those in a minute! I very much enjoyed my salmon dish. Lovely presentation and preparation but portion a bit small. However, the Brussels sprouts were so generous portion that even after sharing there was "take home" for us. The chocolate mousse was extraordinary! I don't even want to know the calorie count - but worth it!! My one negative was the chill of the Cabernet Yes, I know that's the trend but personally I prefer room temp especially in cold weather The restaurant owner was gracious, staff actually charming and accommodating We are recommending this place to family and friends and plan to return especially when going to BAM ENJOY!!

    Definitely a hip spot to grab drinks and catch up with friends but the food was somewhat of a miss…read morefor us. We came on a Saturday night for an early dinner at 5pm. Walked in and was able to get a seat without reservation, but it definitely filled up by 6/7 pm. The place is dimly lit and the tables are quite small. For the food, we got their Brussel sprouts, shrimp, salmon entree and chicken entree. Our favorite were definitely the shrimp. But everything else when eaten together tasted a bit too greasy and felt monotonous in terms of flavor. Brussel sprouts were fried and held to a decent amount of oil, then the addition of tahini made it even more oily. Pan chicken we expected whole pieces of chicken but it was more like a thin chicken cutlet. The salmon came with a cauliflower puree which tasted so rich (with butter), but I couldn't finish it bc it was so rich.

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    Dinner Party

    4.3(61 reviews)
    0.8 miClinton Hill

    This was an easy five star review for dinner--we had come here a couple of times for their four…read morecourse menu and were just delighted by the exceptional food and experience, not to mention the well-crafted cocktails and excellent wine to pair with your thoughtful meal. We were, however, a bit disappointed over recent times that they pulled back from their original plan and stated mission of including the service charge in the cost--it both seemed worker forward and made the cost seem more reasonable, with service charge built into the fixed price. Now the cost seems like any other nice restaurant--far above and beyond the printed menu price. Don't get me wrong, it is exceptional dinner and still well worth it, but a mental adjustment. Their rotating dinner menu (fixed menu, now 3 and 5 course options for different price points) is a brilliant move, meaning you can find something seasonal and new and inventive every couple of weeks. We can't afford to come every two weeks, but we do look forward to the new menu release every two weeks to judge our level of temptation. I'd also note that they apply their same model to breakfast--it is slow service, without bar service as far as we could tell. It was dinner speed at a more bustling brunch time. The food was still stellar--delicious sourdough breakfast sandwich and fabulous spiced pumpkin waffle (even if I had to fight for the advertised maple syrup)--but the service painfully slow. It works over a four course dinner with cocktails, but feels a bit more interminable as you stare at your number for breakfast for 30+ minutes--I think they need to adjust their approach here. Overall we are so grateful to have this gem in our neighborhood--fabulous food, great service... truly some of the best food and service in a neighborhood lacking great options for both. I know we are all feeling tariffs and inflation and cost of living, but the pricing approach/change has moved it from a "let's see the new menu every two weeks" to a more occasional splurge, and I'd be wary of the breakfast/brunch experience if you aren't prepared for a very leisurely day.

    This was a cute place! Came here Thursday night to catch up with a friend…read more The service and ambiance were great. We were seated at the window bar top, which we loved, as it was great for people watching. The vibe was calm and it wasn't loud at all. I actually kind of liked that we didn't have to choose our food and that the chef sent out the 3-course tasting menu. They were able to easily accommodate a gluten-free diet, which was appreciated. All of the food was pretty good and tasted fresh. I'm not sure how often they change their menu, but I would definitely come back!

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    Charm Bar & Restaurant - Smoke and Migos

    Charm Bar & Restaurant

    3.8(501 reviews)
    0.5 miProspect Heights, Park Slope
    $$$

    Good cocktails close to the Barclays Center…read more Rounded up to 4 for the cocktails The Lamb Sliders were very good, but the portion was very small, particularly for $20. The Griot (Fried Pork) was alright. It would have benefited from a sauce. The room is small but comfortable. The restaurant recently switched reservation platforms and lost our reservation in the transition. The service was attentive.

    This was unfortunately one of the biggest disappointments of the year, and it was especially…read moreinfuriating because the food and drink I had were really good - good enough that this would have been close to perfect. But this is a reminder that no matter how good your cocktails are, no matter how delicious your food is, service is king, and a 20% automatic gratuity can often enable some pretty terrible staff management and lackadaisical attitudes. What a waste. I came here on Tuesday night with my top-tier chum to grab a drink before the Nets/Celtics game. I showed up about 15 minutes before she did and was able to secure two spots at the bar before her arrival. While I waited for her, I ordered a Dream Catcher, which sounded super tasty (Patron, and a lot of pineapple vibes)...and then I waited some more. The bartender was nice but she was just WAY too slow. She wasn't able to multitask and my drink literally took 10-15 minutes to make, which is just not acceptable, especially when it was clear it was the only one she was working on. It showed up a minute before my friend did, and my 15-minute head start was rendered completely moot. The other ominous development right from the start? While the bartender was slowly making the drink, two members of the waitstaff were just hanging out at the end of the bar playing on their phones. So already, it was clear that the support staff hadn't been managed/instructed to pitch in during periods of need. The drink itself was actually really good; it just took a ridiculous amount of time for her to make, which to me is both a strong indicator that you need to train her to do this quickly without losing the quality of the beverage and also ensuring that you have at least one other person helping her behind the bar. The bar itself was pretty packed and there wasn't a moment where she wasn't doing something. Read the room and get off your phone. That to me is an unforgiveable sin. When my friend showed up, she also ordered the Dream Catcher, and we got the Crab Rangoon and Shrimp Tempura apps to munch on. The apps came out pretty quickly and were really good - fried perfectly, which I think is the area where it's easy to overdo it and potentially ruin these items. Huge points there and made the service problems even more frustrating. We weren't provided with napkins/silverware to eat the apps, so my chum had to wander around the establishment looking for them (no one assisted her in that search). The slow bartending reared its head immediately and my chum also had to deal with a mystifying 15-minute wait for her cocktail. We had about 40 minutes to play with before we had to be at the game, but because the service was so mediocre, we couldn't risk it - so they missed out on a second drinks and apps. Just leaving money on the table. We were so disappointed walking out of there. A lot of the qualities you'd want to pre-game before an NBA matchup are here, and I didn't even get into the ambience, which was both pretty chill with dim lighting but also had a little electricity in it. They have a ton of good material to work with . But if you can't trust the staff to be engaged and provide quality hospitality, it doesn't really matter. We had a conversation about coming back here some other time potentially but they just don't deserve it. Also, if you're trying this hard to figure out a way to strategically have a good time at a bar, that's all you need to know - you've answered your own question. And when we saw the 20% gratuity added? Final slap in the face. Frankly, if you're going to do that, at the very least let us know when you hand us the bill that it's added on; it's so easy to miss in a darkened bar, and given the other issues I just can't give the benefit of the doubt there. But this is why automatic gratuities need to be abolished. The bartender and the rest of the staff have no incentive to roll up their sleeves and provide a positive experience - they're getting paid no matter what. Hopefully management really takes a step back to reconsider their stance here or at least improve the staffing so they don't take all of the legitimate positives here and throw them in the trash can. You should be building on the good stuff, not canceling it out.

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    Emily

    4.0(996 reviews)
    0.3 miClinton Hill
    $$

    Everything on the menu at Emily is sooo tasty! We were drawn to the place for the famous burger and…read moreit did not disappoint but the pies, wings, apps, drinks and deserts are all good! It has an impecable NY vibe, super friendly service and a charming interior. When we went it was very busy, clearly a very well loved spot! Would come back on another trip to NY!

    Greetings all, it's been a while but here I am. Let's talk about Emily a quant pizza restaurant…read morethat you could easily walk pass and not know what they sold. Today however it wasn't pizza that brought me here, it was the famous Emmy Burger. To begin with the atmosphere of the restaurant is dim lighting a few tables with a reasonable sized bar in the middle of the room. They also have an open kitchen concept where just past the bar you can see the cooks working. My server Inda was polite and knowledgeable about the menu. My burger was excellent, normally I don't eat my burger with a knife and folk, but in this case with all the cheese and sauce oozing down the sides, not to mention the caramelized onions, it was necessary. (If I were home I wouldn't mind having burger juices running down my arm, but other people were eating in the restaurant also). The tiny pickles which I can't remember the name of were an added treat to the burger. I decided to order mine with the loaded fries. Just imagine the ground burger with all the toppings covering french fries and add melted white cheese. Since I was alone I didn't order a pizza because how would I eat it all, but next time I will try the pizza. I don't mind paying extra for a burger when it's aged beef and the taste is great. I definitely recommend this location. There is a fast food burger restaurant next door to Emily's but I can't imagine there burgers compare. I will try them another time and let you know. That's all for now, see you on my next review.

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