Friendly and helpful staff. The food was delicious! Fresh ingredients. The oat pancakes with jam…read morewas my favorite dish! The hash browns were also great!

Such an adorable neighborhood cafe! The staff were such gems and it was such a cozy vibe inside…read morewith crayons on the tables to color with. The egg katsu sandwich was a standout with the egg perfectly fried and the texture coming together. The hashbrown was also very unique and delicious. We also split the pancakes and some of their in house baked goods. Overall such a cute spot and will be back!

This is a super cute spot for working or catching up with a friend, very cheerful retro atmosphere…read more They were out of ice cream sadly but I tried the apricot poppy bun and it was so delicious. Not too sweet, nice caramelization paired with the crunch of the seeds, and fluffy on the inside. Everything is ordered at the counter and served on these cute little trays. There were lots of tables available on a rainy day, although the back patio was closed it looked super cute. I'd come back for the chicken and the ice cream, which seems like their specialty.

I hate to have to review but maybe it will Help you guys…read moreimprove. First of all the service is terrible and slow. Unfortunately this is not a slow paced neighborhood. I came in at 5pm on a Wednesday with not ONE person in there, 2 people working, and I came in and they said hello and never asked what I wanted. I waited a good 5 minutes for them to finish their convo before I walked out. To be 5 feet from me and not ask a customer what they want, is crazy to me. They said goodbye though. In addition, they never have much in the showcase.... Or the soft serve machine is broken... idk always something. I had an excellent egg salad ONCE, it was great The space is perfection. Beautiful, airy , and trendy. But if you don't improve the staff, speed, and quantity of items, it will be hard to survive.

If you like Strange Delight you'll love Amanda's Good Morning Cafe. Originally a breakfast pop up,…read moreI now eagerly await the Instagram post extending the pop up every month or two. The space is Strange Delight but in the daylight. There's actually a number of details you'd never notice in the evening that you can only really appreciate during the calm of breakfast (who knew there were hand painted dogs under the counter?). Ordering is at the counter, and seating is open, and usually just in the front of the restaurant (though on one occasion they let us in the back when it was busy). Amanda's menu is fantastic. There's a number of baked goods, with the good morning buns and hand pastries (gentrified Pop Tarts) standing out as particularly good. On the savory side you have a delicious looking breakfast sandwich and then the real star: grits with shrimp gravy. Honestly can't get enough of the grits (be sure to add some Crystal!). My girlfriend called them the best thing she ate last year. Strange Delight was already a good addition to the neighborhood a couple years back, Amanda takes it to the next level with breakfast.

The best addition to Fort Greene!! I will be so sad the day this pop-up ends…read more Located inside Strange Delight during the weekdays, they serve both a variety of sweets and savory items. I've only tried their pastries so far but everything I've had is great. Special shoutout to the cinnamon bun, which is honestly one of the best bites I've had so far in 2025 -- it is fried and is basically the best parts of a cinnamon roll and a donut in one. Very dangerous to live so close to this spot! Never too busy when I've been there and you can sit and eat there as well.

Cozy cafe in Crown Heights with some of the best tater tots in town! Was pleasantly surprised by…read morethe large portion, the crispy, garlicky cheesy outside and soft inside. I'd come back just for the tots alone. The two sandwiches we had were fine, nothing really to say much about. But come for the tots!

Such a gem! Love how passionate and kind the staff are. Tried the banana bread and the pumpkin…read moremuffin, both were delicious. Plus points for being laptop-friendly!

Gertie is a gem! Everything they do is thoughtful, unique, and delicious. The bagels-- the texture,…read morethe chewiness, all you want in a bagel, and wonderful schmear flavors! Their whole menu is amazing--everything is made from scratch and put together with flavor and texture in mind. The sandwiches, the pastries--it's all done with care and strention to detail. The babka is perfection--not too sweet, incredible flaky layers, quality dark chocolate. Their attention to detail also shows in the beverages--strong nitro cold brew and matcha on draft, fun house-made sodas and cocktails, unique beers and N/A bevs....they put thought in every aspect here. Plus old-school candies in jars--even the violet candies my Polish great-grandma always had in her purse. The staff is super friendly and fun. I can't recommend this place enough. Seriously, I love it. Get yourself there, you will love it too.

The Cherry Vanilla Egg Cream iced latte was a unique coffee choice. It was unique and I haven't…read moreseen an egg cream used on a coffee menu before. Hooray for something new on a coffee menu. It was tasty! The bagel and cream cheese was a solid choice. Bagel was chewy on the inside with a nice elasticity and a crunch on the exterior. The dill and caper cream cheese was yummy. Service was friendly and attentive. The backyard patio is a lovely place to sit and enjoy your order.

This time the thighs, next time we will be back for the pies…read more On a scorching July 4th day, our family came here to celebrate America's 250th birthday with some good classic American comfort food. It's been years since I visited their original Williamsburg location. I was glad that this new location opened up near our neighborhood and couldn't wait to try it out. We wanted lots of their fried chicken, so we ordered both the fried chicken box and the chicken and waffles. We also ordered the catfish and grits. Let's start with the glorious fried chicken. A quick bite through its golden and crispy skin led to the juicy, but still hot, meat inside. As I gingerly took my bite, I was wondering how the crispy skin didn't leave a greasy taste in my mouth at all. Then, I noticed that the waffles here were on the softer side, which made sense given how crispy the chicken skin was. The catfish also provided a great contrast in texture with its cornmeal coated exterior and cheesy, creamy grits underneath. Finally, the biscuit that came with the fried chicken box also left an impression given how the exterior had a similar texture to the crispy chicken skin, with a buttery and moist goodness inside. The heat definitely affected our appetite negatively as we didn't have any room for pies this time. Overall, the service was nice and attentive. The decor was simple but I liked how spread out the seats and tables were.

My second visit to this location. First time was fine but this time there were a lot of unforced…read moreerrors. I used to love the Williamsburg location way back when it first opened. Ordered a painkiller frozen cocktail and piece of pie while waiting for takeaway. Frozen cocktail machine was not yet cold/slushy enough so I had to order something else. Got the bloody mary instead and it was honestly pretty lousy. Got the check and noticed I was charged for the painkiller and not the slightly less expensive bloody mary I got instead. They had to do a void and adjustment to the check. When I got home I noticed that one of the three pieces of chicken was laughably anemic and small. The other two were only acceptably medium-small. Tasted good, though. Coleslaw was a weird joke of a grey porridge. And the kicker? They forgot one of my sides so I had to go back out again and get it. It was okay. And the cost for all of this? Almost 80 bucks! (Though I did and do always tip 20%) I want this place to succeed! Here are some tips: - Fire up that frozen drinks machine before opening so your cocktails are ready to go when you open on a hot day. - Take care when creating the check - Take care not to forget items for takeaway - Ditch the tiny wings and provide larger chicken pieces at such a price - Fix the disappointing bloody mary and coleslaw They're new and I'll probably be back eventually to see if things change.

Worth the Trip to Brooklyn for the French Toast Alone!…read more My friends and I (party of 4) stopped by Sal & Cookie's Ultra Fine Diner, and from the moment we walked in, we knew this place had a vibe. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of Southern charm. We later found out that several of the staff are actually from the South, which made perfect sense. We were lucky enough to sit at the Charles Oakley table, and as a lifelong Knicks fan, that was a really cool surprise. I ordered the 2 eggs with cheese, cheese grits, toast, and a side of buttermilk pancakes. The scrambled eggs with cheese were fluffy and flavorful, and even the toast was delicious (yes, I notice good toast!). Now let's talk about the star of the show... The Crispy French Toast One of my friends ordered it, and thankfully we planned to share. Let me tell you... Chef's kiss. It's rolled in Corn Flakes, giving it the perfect crispy crunch on the outside while staying soft inside. Here's my little secret: I judge pancakes, waffles, and French toast by whether they're good without syrup. This French toast passed with flying colors. It honestly didn't need syrup at all. It was that good. I'd seriously make another trip to Brooklyn just for this French toast. The buttermilk pancakes were fluffy and tasty, although I preferred them with syrup. Still very good. The cheese grits themselves were creamy and delicious. They use mozzarella, but honestly, the cheese wasn't very noticeable. I'd love just a little more cheese flavor because the grits themselves were excellent. Another person at our table ordered the Masa Pancakes with spicy honey butter. I didn't taste the pancakes, but everyone said they were delicious--even without syrup--and that spicy honey butter was outstanding. We also shared an order of the fried beef bologna. It was tasty, although it wasn't my favorite item on the table. One person loved the coffee, especially the praline sweetener they serve with it. I had the lemonade, and it was incredibly refreshing on a 95-degree, hot and humid Brooklyn day. Our server, Hope, was fantastic. She's from Tennessee, and her Southern hospitality absolutely shined. She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Service was quick, the food came out fast, and everything was fresh. Even better? I had leftovers, and they were still delicious...even cold! If you're anywhere near Brooklyn, do yourself a favor and stop by Sal & Cookie's Ultra Fine Diner. Just don't skip the Crispy French Toast. Trust me. Food: Service: Atmosphere: Must Order: Crispy French Toast, Masa Pancakes with Spicy Honey Butter, Buttermilk Pancakes, Cheese Grits Final Verdict: I'll definitely be back. The French toast alone is worth crossing boroughs for.

Sal & Cookies on Lewis is worth a visit! The grits were some of the best I've had, and that iced…read morepraline latte might be the best I've ever tasted. The masa pancakes were unique, especially paired with the spicy butter, and the scrambled eggs were done just right. My one heads up: the wait was long, over an hour, so plan accordingly. But the food sort of made up for it.

Very spacious place with a fair amount of seating inside and out. It seems like a place where…read morepeople work or have casual meetups. Good for solo or one on one meetings. The hibiscus tea was very good. My friend got the chicken sandwich which looked and smelled amazing.

Great local bite~ didn't have simple and classic cheese burger for long time! Very juice ~…read morereasonable price. People are friendly