TL;DR Version/Recommended dishes- Sunchoke, Prawn Pot Pie, Dry Aged Steak. Less so but still good- Duck Breast, Trout Mousse This New American spot has some big shoes to fill as they've taken over what used to be Colonie, a New American spot that was there for 15 years, but I am "Confidant" that they will do well, judging by the overall food quality. All bad jokes aside, this restaurant was originally open in Industry City, but closed and moved here very recently, and they have already gotten some buzz. The food here is generally served family-style, with dishes ranging from snacks, which are a few bites, to appetizers, and finally to large entrees that could easily work as a main dish. We overall enjoyed our meal here. In terms of lighting, not much has changed since the new restaurant opened, so it's a tad dim. The waitress we had was friendly, although she did try to get us to order a bit more food than we really needed. In terms of drinks, they have a large cocktail menu and are yet another spot serving the newer trend of natural wine, in both bottle and glass form, at reasonable prices. I thought of getting the $17 Petit Déjeuner #2, but instead went with a glass of the Milan Nestarec "Hedonista" 2023 for the same price, which is a mix of Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling, and Neuburger. This was a natural Czech wine, and it was very tasty. Some natural wines can be a bit funky, but this was nicely balanced by the citrus notes. Another person enjoyed their $19 Confidant Martini. Our first dish that arrived was probably my least favorite. This was the $19 Trout Mousse with sourdough, smoked trout roe, and dill. The flavor was nice, though perhaps a bit salty, and I liked the sourdough's crunch. This came with two decently sized pieces. It was good, but felt a bit pricey. Better of the appetizers was the Sunchoke for $15, with sabayon tarragon and miso. Not mentioned on the menu were the pieces of morel mushrooms inside, which were a delightful surprise. The sunchokes were used as chips to add more texture, and the dish was bursting with flavor. This was excellent, and the surprise hit of the night. Their signature dish came out next, which is limitedly available. That was the $38 Prawn Pot Pie with parsnip, pearl onion, and espelette. The buttery pastry crust on the outside reminded me more of a Vol-au-vent rather than a traditional pot pie. Which I preferred. The inside was quite peppery, with plenty of vegetables and pieces of cut-up prawns, which had a touch of sweetness and bounce. I wish there were perhaps a bit more prawns, but otherwise, this was excellent, and I can see why it's the signature. One of the other larger plates was the Hudson Valley Duck Breast for $51, with maitake, confit shallot, and date jus. This came with two large pieces of duck breast, which were perfectly seared with a bit of crunch from the slightly crispy crust. The maitakes still maintained some texture, which is my preference, and the shallots were partially cooked and slightly sweet. While I couldn't taste the dates, the au jus was flavorful, and it was nice to dip the leftover bread from the pot pie into it to soak up the remaining sauce. If you're looking for a well-prepared duck and don't mind less bold flavors, I would recommend this dish. Last, and certainly not least, was the $68 Dry Aged Steak with potato, beef fat salsa verde, and black pepper. You might scoff a bit at the price point, but the steak was aged for a very long time, which I believe was 60 days, if I heard right, which is unheard of outside of some steakhouses. As a result, the steak was extremely tender and very beefy, with a slight funk from the aging. I liked the presentation as well, with the 10 pieces split among the tasty sauce, though it would be a stretch to call it a salsa verde, as it reminded me more of pomme puree due to the butteriness. This was excellent, and I think it would work perfectly split among two people or as one large entree. While we were tempted by the dessert menu, we decided against it as we were comfortably full and wanted to walk over to Mia's. I would recommend this place, and would definitely go back. read more

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Friends and I were sad to see Colonie close after many years of fun, amazing and beautiful dining experiences. However, we were excited to try the new restaurant that now occupies the space. There wasn't much visual change to the interior, but I was missing the lush greenery wall that separated the bar area from the back dining tables, which made the space more welcoming and cozy to sit at a bar-style counter to eat/drink if the bar was full. Three of us were looking for bar seating for dinner, which is first-come-first-serve, so we put our names in and went across the street for cocktails while we waited (about 1 hour). We finally got a text that seating had opened and to come "now". Barely a buffer. But we arrived and were told that they preemptively text and the seating was not ready yet. So we awkwardly stood near the doorway with other waiting patrons, which felt like we were then encroaching on the diners sitting at the corner and short end of the bar. Then we got shuffled over to the other end of the bar (where the green wall used to be) and continued to awkwardly stand there and wait. There were two or three hostesses that were equally odd and robotic-like when moving us around. Not much personality going on, but ok. We finally got sat after about 15 mins and ordered a bottle of wine for two and a non-alcoholic drink. Wine and cocktail were lovely. We decided to try a few different dishes to share: - bread and butter, which was delicious and the seasonal pickles added a nice hit of spicy acid. - braised fennel was also one of the standouts - kanpachi crudo, which was our least favorite, sadly. The slices were way too thick for a crudo and the fish taste was overpowering, not very light and fresh tasting. It was unfortunate. - dry-aged steak was nice, but comes with no sides, just steak and salsa verde. - black cod, which was quite salty (and I love salt!), but the braised white beans were the standout of that dish. - spaghetti al funghi, which was super al dente, and being Italian, I love my chewy pasta, but this was a bit much. The seaweed butter-toasted breadcrumbs that topped the pasta were the saving grace of the dish, otherwise, not much of a flavor punch and certainly not much of a mushroom flavor. It wasn't a bad dish, but it also was nothing special. Thankfully, the malted Mille-Feuille saved the day! It was outstanding...light, airy and just enough chocolate to satisfy the sweet craving without being sweet. Overall, the vibe was a bit strange. It was almost if nobody was speaking to each other or having a good time...just sitting and eating in silence...like the background scene in a movie. They were playing 90's hip hop, which thank God, otherwise, you would be able to hear a pin drop. Pretentious is not the word I would use, but maybe "performative". Definitely lacking personality except for the lovely ladies who brought our food out and the one bar back. Everyone else seemed like they were following a script. We were able to make the evening enjoyable because for me, it's about the company you keep, but this was not an experience I would rush back to anytime soon. Collectively, my friends and I have lived in this neighborhood for well over 15 years and have frequented many a restaurant (and have become friendly with many chefs and staff), but sadly, this will not be in the rotation. The vibe just does not seem to fit the neighborhood and they may be trying a little too hard to be something that it doesn't need to be. read more

I met Charles at a wine dinner at the ---- well. If you know, you know. And if you don't, I'm not explaining the caste system to you over a restaurant review. Reilly's parents had seats they couldn't use because her father had "a conflict," which is WASP for literally anything from a board meeting to not wanting to go. So Reilly and I went in their place, swirling Burgundy like women who understood malolactic fermentation and not just the price per bottle. I nodded a lot. Reilly said "minerality" four times with increasing conviction. At one point she called a Corton-Charlemagne "structural" and a man in a Charvet tie looked at her like she'd just recited scripture. Charles was across the table. Early thirties, dark hair, the kind of jaw that suggests either good genetics or a surgeon in the family who does both. He worked at "the family office," which he said the way someone with real money mentions it--like saying they have a dentist. Not a hedge fund. Not PE. THE FAMILY OFFICE. This is catnip. The financial equivalent of a man whispering "I have a house in Cap Ferrat" directly into your central nervous system. He wore a navy Brunello Cucinelli blazer, open collar, and what I'm fairly certain were Openwalks--which told me everything. This is a man who understands supply chains AND the euro sensibility I've been looking for. You don't show up at Dracula Club in St. Moritz head-to-toe one brand like a human mood board for new money. You layer, you mix, you let the fabric do the talking. Charles understood this. I texted Reilly under the table: "Gwyneth would be proud of us right now." She replied: "Gwyneth would be proud of HIM." He asked for my number. I gave it like a woman handing over a stock tip she believed in. Thursday he texted: dinner at Confidant, he'd send a car. Not "want to meet there?" A CAR. An Uber Black SUV arrived at 7:15 and I climbed in wearing the cream Khaite knit, Manolo BBs, and Van Cleef Alhambra because I wanted to signal old money without saying it, which is the entire point of Van Cleef. I was giddy. The kind of giddy that only happens when a man in Cucinelli sends a black car and hasn't once mentioned crypto or CrossFit. Then the car turned onto the Brooklyn Bridge. I sat up. The Manhattan skyline was behind me. BEHIND ME. We were heading toward Brooklyn like a woman being relocated against her will. I leaned forward. "Excuse me, are we going to the Hamptons?" The driver laughed. Actually laughed. "Just Brooklyn Heights. Charles lives there." I sat back. Brooklyn Heights. Fine. That's the one part of Brooklyn that's essentially Manhattan with better brownstones and fewer people who describe themselves as "makers." And then it hit me--this wasn't an Uber. This was a DRIVER. A driver situation. My nerves recalibrated entirely and I spent the rest of the bridge imagining our life on Nantucket and whether his family's place in Switzerland was Gstaad or Verbier, because either way I'd need new ski gear and that's a problem I'm prepared to have. Confidant is lovely--warm, brick-walled, the kind of place that feels like someone's beautifully designed living room if that someone had impeccable taste and a wood-fired oven. The trout mousse was beautiful, the prawn pot pie extraordinary, and Charles ordered for both of us without asking, which is either romantic or psychotic depending on whether he gets it right. He got it right. The wine was natural and Old World and he didn't explain it, he just poured, which is the sommelier equivalent of emotional intelligence. I was probably overdressed--my Manolos were working harder than necessary in a neighborhood where women wear Birkenstock Bostons to dinner without blinking. But Charles didn't seem to notice, or if he did, he liked it, which is the only correct response. The driver was waiting outside. He reached into the front seat and handed me a bouquet that materialized like a magic trick or a man who plans ahead, which is the same thing. "Charles wants to know if you're free Thursday." I got home and called Reilly. "He sent FLOWERS. Through the DRIVER." "Marry him." "We haven't had a second date." "Marry him AT the second date. I'll wear Valentino." "Do you think he flies private?" "He works at a family office and has a driver. He either flies private or knows people who do, which is close enough." "I'm never booking an Uber Black again." "You shouldn't have to. Also every Uber Black is a Tesla Model Y now and I refuse to arrive anywhere in a car that looks like a suppository." "I need new ski gear." "You need a ring first. Then ski gear. Then we discuss Gstaad." "Verbier?" "If it's Verbier I'm coming. If it's Gstaad you can go alone, I don't do Gstaad without a chalet." Confidant: 4.7 for the food, 5/5 for the man, and an unrateable, incalculable score for the possibility that I may never have to hope my Uber Black isn't a Tesla Model Y again. read more

Really enjoyed this meal. Drinks were great, really cozy vibe (especially for a rainy day) and friendly service. read more

Confidant - Bread and butter - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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It is hard to find something not to like at Confidant. The vibe is great. The decor is warm and inviting. Cocktails are terrific. The service is warm and friendly. But most of all the food is creative and delicious. Winning combination. read more

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The atmosphere upholds a nod to the previous location's Colonie restaurant while still managing to uplevel and secure its own with its incredible staff and creative menu. Starting with the freshly baked sourdough and shaved butter with bouquerones, the pasty chef's craft is immediately spotlighted. The spicy mezze rigatoni had the perfect al dente yet still melt in your mouth texture and flavor, and the show stopping prawn pot pie secured the deal. We walked in for bar seats without a reservation (5pm on a Sunday), and the manager Lucy welcomed us personally during our meal. The drinks were also incredible, specifically having ordered the M&M Negroni which felt like a dark chocolate with citrus wet dream followed by the Tokyo Ramos, a perfect sweet creamy ending to the night. read more

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Everything was phenomenal! I'm so glad this place came to the neighborhood. The service was amazing from start to finish, shout out to our server Jacob who was super attentive. We were seated at the chefs counter which I don't usually like but it was amazing seeing all the different dishes coming out and I already know what I'm going to get next time. The prawn pot pie is well documented on here, I thought it was fine, probably a little over hyped but it looks great! The spaghetti was chefs kiss amazing and I loved the sunchoke. Trout mousse was also delicious. This is a tightly run ship for sure and it was a really enjoyable night. We didn't drink so I look forward to trying the cocktails next time. If I had one criticism, I'd say it was a little too dark and hard to see what you're eating. But I highly recommend! read more

Confidant - Spaghetti - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Would love to rate this restaurant higher, but seating was the problem. We had 5:30 reservations. The chef's table, the bar in the back, was full. Why they chose to seat us at a 2 top right there is beyond me, as all tables but 1 in the very back were taken ~ should've seated us there. Our experience was pretty bad, between the loud conversations from the chef's table making it hard to hear, to the number of people collisions that occurred bc there simply isn't room for everyone that needs to pass. Staff would laugh when they ran into each other, bc it happened a lot. Had we had 7:30 reservations and this the only table available, ok. But not in this situatio. The duck confit was outstanding, and the clam pasta to die for! read more

Let me first start off by saying that the service was impeccable. Our waitress, Madeline, was so friendly, warm, kind, and extremely welcoming, which definitely enhanced our overall dining experience. Matter of fact, almost all the staff we encountered were welcoming and warm, where even the owner went around to help out which definitely sets a beautiful example of what exemplary service looks like. The ambiance and service were both elegant and reflective of what fine dining should look like! Hence, perfect score for both! Unfortunately the food was what detracted from the 5* experience and left a lot to be desired. Let's start with the good, the prawn pot pie. The broth was so incredibly rich and infused with such a deep prawn flavor, that it was better than any other shrimp/lobster based broth I ever had. The crust was crispy, fluffy, and provided a buttery profile that further amplified the creaminess of the prawn broth! By far one of the best pot pie I ever had and I promise you won't regret it! My only minor critique was that the amount of prawn in the pot pie were minimal, and since they were cut into tiny pieces, they appeared even more sparse and didn't provide too much of a textured bite. A bit more prawn or bigger cuts of prawn can definitely elevate the dish to perfection! Now onto the dishes that I know Confidant can definitely improve and perfect: The butter that came with the bread was extremely salty, which Madeline was kind enough to remedy by replacing the butter. The bread had a nice soft interior and crispy/hard exterior, but was decent overall. Personally, I felt the price tag for the bread was a bit high, but to each their own. The trout mousse was also salty as well unfortunately. The texture was great paired with salmon roe and the bread, but the saltiness definitely made it less enjoyable for all of us. This aligned with some of the other diners who also found their seasoning to be a bit heavy handed. Now the star of the show, the crown of duck. The duck was perfectly cooked medium rare and was extremely tender, which was great! Each piece had just the right amount of fat and the sauce that accompanied it provided a sweet and savory balance! Personally, I think if they're able to crisp up the skin some more then it would have been perfect! Unfortunately the duck leg confit and parsnip accompaniment were, once again, extremely salty. We tried pairing it with the duck slices but it just overpowered it completely. The staff empathized with our honesty and said they would inform the chef, which we appreciated. It was just so unfortunate that the star of the show, which had so much potential, ultimately provided a lackluster performance. I honestly believe Confidant is one of the highest potential newcomer in most of Brooklyn, especially around Industry city. Their exemplary service and beautiful aesthetics is reflective of what true fine dining looks like and they are so very close to perfection. Unfortunately for us, 3 out of the 4 dishes we ordered were overly salty and mediocre, with much room for improvement. I know it's hard to cater to each diners' individual preferences, but under-seasoned can be an easier fix than over-seasoned. I have high hopes for Confidant and I really want to see them show their full potential and truly shine as one of the better, if not best, fine dining restaurant in this entire area of Brooklyn, so I hope my review can help them elevate their dishes and bring them closer to the perfection I know they're extremely capable of. Overall, a 3.5/5 stars Definitely worth giving them a try, and if you do, definitely get the prawn pot pie! Thank you for reading and best of luck! (: P.S. We were also accidentally charged a different table's bill that was a few hundred more than ours, so be diligent and remember to check your final bill after they charge your card! read more

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The service was 10/10 - loved sitting at the chefs counter - such a cool experience and worth it. The steak was great as well - would go again! In Cobble hill area on atlantic - really cozy spot read more

The food supports this place well; only had a limited amount of food like the funghi pasta, sunchoke, black cod and sourdough toast with trout mouse, all exceptional with the exception of trout mouse on toast being ok...but...best damn cod period! Staff was accommodating for the most part, but kind of missed some asks, it was busy so perhaps forgivable. Ambiance was nice, not too loud and good for a date night. Will try to make it back to try their seasonal items. read more

Absolutely delicious! The staff was beyond knowledgeable of the menu and helped us through what we should pick. Everyone was so kind and we truly felt like we were at home. We will be definitely back! Thank you for a fantastic Friday date night :) read more

The first thing i want to say is be on time. The restaurant will not take in any party that is too late or not present in full group. Even I want to sit down or order for the group first is not allowed. Overall food is not bad for American cuisine. The duck taste better when it is colder. I like the steak with more salt than flat. Scallop with fruity sauce if quite interesting but not my favorite. Service is good and accommodating. read more

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Unfortunately can't comment on the food, but operationally unprofessional. I called to reserve a table and was told that they would put me on the waitlist, with a 45-minute wait. Then I got a text that said it was updated to an hour +15 min wait. We were ok waiting because we were excited to give the restaurant a try. We came in after an hour and checked in at the front. They told us that actually they didn't have a table for us and that by the time a table would be available they would be closing the kitchen. They were rude and unhelpful. The hostess was laughing as she told us and snarkily said, "I guess try to get a reservation another time?" We left and had to figure out alternative options after waiting an hour. Hopefully this is just a reflection of it being new and they will sort out the operational issues read more

It is absolutely thrilling that a place like Confidant has opened in Industry City. The food, the service, and the vibes are excellent. I was particularly struck at how large the space is but at the same time, it still feels intimate. I dined at the bar, which is quite expansive, on Friday evening. The restaurant was pretty full and lively by 6pm. The bartender was super attentive and we chatted it up. She suggested I order a half portion of the bread [$6] so I could order other things. This is the move. The bread is heavenly as well as the light as air butter. I also ordered: Tuna Prosciutto [$19]: I am pretty mindblown that this was thinly sliced tuna but has the flavor profile of prosciutto. Truly excellent. Potato and Apple [$18]: the potato and apple dish was comforting but also exciting, I loved the sweetness of the apples paired with the savory of the potato and sauce. Heritage Chicken [$29]: this has to be the crispiest chicken I have ever had. As soon as I cut into it, I heard the crack. The inside was moist and flavorful. It's also a very good portion for one person. Biscuit Tortoni [$11]: Lastly, I was also pretty stunned at this dessert. It was a layered biscuit with cherries and whipped cream. I am definitely not doing the description justice, but it was unexpectedly one of the better desserts I have had. It was almost like a rainbow cookie. The one thing I am slightly disappointed about is that there is no mocktail or alcohol free option on the drinks list. I had a margarita [$16], it was very nice. $107 after tax and tip. PS: the restroom is pretty cool, there's an old fashioned radio playing an actual radio station. read more

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Confidant just opened up in Industry City from Chefs Grossman and Kelley! Making reservations online was super easy and a seamless process. The menu focuses on dry aging and seafood - we tried: +the Bread and Butter - adding on both the boquerones and seasonal pickles +the Tuna Prosciutto - with mushroom garum, meyer lemon, and olive olil +Trout Mousse - served with sourdough, trout roe, and dill +Prawn Pot Pie - with parsnip, pearl onions, espelette, and herbs +and, the Dry-Aged Steak - with compound butter, confit garlic, and black pepper Service was friendly, and the space is warm and inviting, with the earth tones, the greens, and the exposed concrete. Excited to hear that both breakfast and lunch service will be added soon in the future! +friendly service +seamless online reservation process read more

Took long enough for me to write this review, but I really had to. Dined here for dinner when it was in Industry City in October '25 with my boyfriend. It was so low key and hidden but we ended up here on a whim. Thankfully, there was seating on a busy Saturday night. Since we dined here, we have dined at so many steak houses and fancy restaurants alike and we have never come across a steak so perfectly executed like that of the dry aged steak offered here. We have been disenchanted by all other steaks due to the immaculate preparation and flavoring of what Confidant served up. Service was impeccable and atmosphere was just right. Not pretentious but serious attention is paid to all offerings. Do not overlook the bread and butter either. It truly is something to remember. Can't wait to dine at the new location! read more

Overall 3.5/5 Food 4/5 Drinks 1.5/5 Service 5/5 The Little Gem Salad and the Prawn Pot Pie were exceptional. The steak, the bread & butter, and the Trout Mousse were all good but not life changing. The cocktails unfortunately were very sweet and none of us liked the old fashioned or the espresso martini. We switched to wine and were all happy with our choices, but the options for wine by the glass were a bit limited. The service was amazing, everyone was extremely attentive and we are definitely open to going back for another try! It is worth a visit especially if you're in the area and looking for somewhere that's open late! read more

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So I believe this place opened up a little over a month ago. I got in there around 5:45 PM to try to beat the dinner rush. I barely up at the bar and one of the bartenders. Natalia took great care of me. Checking in regularly, but not too regularly. I ordered the beets salad with boquerones and frisée with a bagna cauda and lemon dressing. SO GOOD. I could probably consume one of these each day. Healthy and crispy with lots of flavor and dynamic. I believe that you can really judge a place off of its bread and butter so I had to order it. The quarter loaf of sourdough came out nice and warm with the delicious cultured Vermont butter. And I also ordered pickled veggies just because I love pickled veggies. And those were divine. For MY girl dinner entrée I ordered the steak tartar. Very yummy they chopped up some yellow peppers into the meat and serve it with some sourdough crackers with sesame seeds House made, of course. Even though the cocktails were batched, they tasted great ice, cold, and an icy glass. The wine was even better. I'm definitely coming back here, but I'm coming back with friends so that we can order more and share. The lighting was on plate and the music playlist was EVERYTHING. Will be back to try more. read more

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Way way way way way too expensive for the size and quality Soft shell crab was off- The focaccia burnt I don't go to industry city for 20.00 glasses of wine and Manhattan sized entrees It's sad- Industry city is going mainstream-upscale Hence-this establishment Maybe if this was top notch and in another area we'd make the trip back read more

Very exciting to see something like this finally pop up in the neighborhood! Vibes were great. Service was great. Food was good! While lots of amazing flavor profiles were there, everything was missing umami. You know that burst-in-your-mouth-so-amazing-i-want-more feeling? Didn't get it here unfortunately. Presentation of the food was beautiful though. Will still recommend to friends and neighbors! read more

Wow. What a night. What a meal. What an experience. We kicked things off with a drink at the bar--hands down the best martini I've ever had. Perfectly balanced, super clean. From there, we moved to the chef's counter for dinner, and honestly, it just kept getting better. What we ordered: * Little Gem Salad - 12/10 * Trout Mousse - 9/10 * Steak Tartare - 9/10 * Crown of Duck - 10/10 * Prawn Pot Pie - 20/10 * Chocolate Wafer Mousse Dessert (can't remember the exact name) - 12/10 Service: 20/10. Mikel was incredible--so warm and attentive, really made the night special. We started with the trout mousse, little gem salad, and steak tartare. The salad stole the show. The dressing was insane--bright, flavorful, totally dialed in. I told my husband it tasted like every leaf had been individually massaged. He laughed... until we literally saw the chef giving that lettuce some love. I knew it! That salad is not to be missed. The trout mousse was really nice--creamy, well-done--but I was hoping for a smokier flavor. Still solid. The steak tartare was super fresh, with this punchy onion-mustard tang. And the homemade crackers it came with? Unreal. Light, crispy, melt-in-your-mouth good. Now, the prawn pot pie. I almost didn't order it--pot pies usually aren't my thing. But the reviews convinced me, and I'm SO glad I listened. It was phenomenal! The puff pastry was golden perfection, and the filling was packed with so much rich, layered flavor. I'm still thinking about it. Everything was timed perfectly--we were never rushed, and each dish came out at just the right moment. It made the whole night feel relaxed and special, which I really appreciate. Even though it's a bit of a drive (we came from an hour out), it was totally worth it. Already dreaming of our next visit. Bravo to the Confidant Crew!!!! read more

I don't get it.. one of the WORST dining experiences I have had in my life. And I've been around the block. This. Ain't. It. Woof where to begin... As you can see from my other reviews, I normally lift places up and leave exceptional reviews and if something is sub-par I give the benefit of the doubt and always return... I cannot stop myself from warning people about this place. First the service, strange vibes from the hostesses especially.. Putting on an air, felt very forced (not the right fit for this neighborhood)..Very subdued demeanor, unfriendly, almost like a stifled energy. Inauthentic. I used to frequent Colonie which occupied this space for over 15 years... I was excited to try this new place and I learned that bar seating was first come first serve! When I entered there was a line at the host-podium. Excited, with a big smile and curiosity I snuck around to look at the bar space to see how its changes and also look to see if there was bar seating. A hostess wearing glasses with a librarian meets Aunt-Lydia from Handmaid's Tale demeanor ran over to me asking if she can help me (implying I was trespassing). They then took our name for bar seating and said it would be about an hour and a half. Within 45 minutes I get this text: "Good evening, we will have three spots at the bar shortly. If you are still interested, you can arrive now. Please confirm with 1". The text was not the friendliest but ok, we rush over leaving the drinks we had just ordered. We arrived within 10 min of the text and were greeted by that same hostess who said " we pre preemptively text you, the seats aren't ready". I was like oh-kaayyy. So we then step aside and wait another 10-15 min by the door. Then, I guess because they wanted us to be out of the way, they asked us to stand mid-restaurant where they had a hallway opposite the server station, for another 10 min. Just not friendly and very odd, almost like our presence was sickening to them, might I add we dine all over this neighborhood and are friends with many local chefs and restauranteurs, we love food and were a fun friendly group ;-) The food was what we had hoped to be the saving grace and was disappointing, lacking personality and really any flavor.. The Black Cod was ok an di loved that it was served with cannellini beans, however I had such terrible acid reflux, I was fish-burping all night, they must use a lot of butter or fatty-oils. The crudo which I was most excited to try was nicely plated but fishy-tasting and the sauce it was in was not doing much, it needed more acidity and seasoning. The Spaghetti al Funghi had zero flavor, was very dry and had a moth-ball taste.I will not return and I can't wait for something else to open in this spot. Very weird. read more

Confidant is a special place! We have gone twice now and tried several different items. The drinks are perfect, the food is perfect, and the service is perfect. It's beautifully decorated and easy to have a conversation. I think about the bread and butter every single day now as well as the rhubarb upside down cake. We love it there and can't hype it up enough! read more

Confidant - Bread and butter with boquerones - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Interesting and good food. Bread and butter was very tasty and the steak was fantastic.

Confidant is an amazing new restaurant. The food is EXCELLENT! A very innovative menu. The in house made sourdough bread and butter is to die for! The chefs really know what they are doing. The space is warm, cozy and inviting! Service was impeccable. We sat at the Chef's Counter (looking into kitchen) which was fun, but still had an amazing waiter helping us with our food and wine choices. They have a courtyard area which is going to open soon. They are also going to start serving lunch and later in May BRUNCH! This is a must GO TO restaurant! read more

Amazing food drinks and service. The food is all amazing, steak, chicken and fish all so so good and don't sleep on the sunchoke, one of the best I've ever had. Negroni was also fantastic, martini is also so good! If you're in the mood for a great date night this is your spot! read more

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5 stars isn't enough! We were amazed by the service and atmosphere, and most of all the people! Special thank you to Chef David Grossman who went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. His passion shows in every dish! If you visit, don't leave without trying The Aged Stake and The Pot, both were out of this world! Can't wait to come back to NY! read more

Confidant - Chef David Grossman - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Sadly the food was very disappointing. The service was incredible though and the atmosphere was clean and felt semi casual/ upscale. I was really really excited to try this spot and spent well over $200 on appetizers and drinks which all left much to be desired. Couldn't even chew through the steak, it was basically rubber. For the price - the food experience just doesn't add up. read more

This terrific new addition to the restaurant row along Atlantic Avenue between Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill - and it may be the best of the bunch - serves delicious, inventive New American cooking in a cozy brick-and-wood-paneled setting. Everything we tried from the top of the menu to the bottom - tuna crudo, brassicas, beautifully sauced pastas, black cod, brioche-crusted pawn pot pie, their signature biscuit tortoni - was excellent, featuring seasonal, local ingredients and satisfying flavor combinations. Service was attentive and enthusiastic. The menu is fully but reasonably priced. read more

Had dinner at Confidant in Industry City and it was incredible. This place just opened and I'm glad we tried it. The tuna prosciutto was wild - they cure the fish for months and it actually tastes like prosciutto but still fishy in a good way. Never had anything like it. We also got the little gem salad which was fresh and crunchy, and the crudo had these little orange pieces that were a nice touch. The shrimp pot pie was definitely the highlight. Big flaky crust with really good shrimp underneath in this creamy sauce. Felt like fancy comfort food but not pretentious about it. Everything was well made and wanna you can tell the chefs know what they're doing. The atmosphere is really cool - it's in this warehouse space in Industry City that feels modern but not cold. Our server was great, knew the menu well and made good recommendations. Service was on point throughout the meal. Industry City needed a good restaurant and this is it. Would definitely go back and recommend to friends. Make a reservation because I think this place is going to get busy. read more

We received a warm welcome, and the whole team worked together to accommodate us at the bar. We liked our starters (bread and beets w boquerones). The fish was rubbery and came with unevenly cooked peas. Are peas supposed to be crunchy? My husband's chicken and mushroom dish was fine. I wish they had mocktails. They have an open kitchen, and it's in a fun location (Industry City). read more

Incredible food. Standouts include the sunchoke, mortadella, tuna prosciutto, prawn pot pie, monkfish, and rhubarb upside down cake. Wine selections are also remarkable. So great to have this place in the neighborhood. read more

Good idea but needs a lot of work. Menu was very confusing and hard to understand the idea. Steak was not great. Wine selection is decent but can be better for such upscale place. read more

Super friendly staff, great vibes and delicious um everything. Had a weekend dinner with friends and parking was easy. It was fun to share a bunch of plates. Standouts are the trout mousse and prawn pot pie and of course salads but don't miss the desserts! read more

I've been hearing about Confidant from all of my friends and have been wanting to go since its opening a few months ago. I finally went on Sunday and it lived up to the hype. My favorite items on the menu are the sunchokes with a light ~hollandaise sauce and the prawn pot pie. I'm obsessed with sunchokes now and will definitely get it the next time I go. We also loved the duck and chicken. Shout out to the pastry chef as well, who make incredible bread and delicious desserts. Confidant is definitely worth the trip out to Industry City. read more

For weekend brunch, this *patisserie " only had one item to offer.....a Boston Creme Pie! No crossants, muffins, gluten free options. The outdoor seating was next to a very noisy game pit, making conversation difficult .... The opposite atmosphere one would expect from a place called Confidant. Limited menu choices, noisy atmosphere, slow service. Will never return. read more

I was visiting from San Francisco and met friends at Confidant for brunch. I'm so glad we came here, the vibe was just right - great music and art, warm and friendly staff. I will definitely come back for the maple beignets, which were light and airy and served warm. The cucumber and celery salad was so fresh and herby, with just the right hint of spice. The Dutch baby was unlike anything I've had before - smoky roe, tender asparagus, fresh dill, so unique and tasty. And I haven't stopped thinking about the special that day, a flaky Almond Joy croissant. Everything we tried was delicious, creative, and unpretentious. I hope to come back next time I'm in town to try their dinner menu! read more

10/10 food, great atmosphere--sophisticated but not stuffy. Cool guy vibes from the chefs and incredibly friendly staff! Will definitely be returning read more

We have believed in the potential of Confidant from our first visit and our third visit was spectacular. We loved the crudo, tuna prosciutto, snowpeas with chevre, duck and, of course the prawn pot pie. We had all four desserts and they were outstanding. The wine list is exceptional - creative and reasonable for its caliber. The team at the restaurant could not be lovelier from the person who welcomed us to Lucy, who helped us choose wines. We are returning in two weeks. read more