Delicious cosmopolitan food inspired by the students at this culinary school-restaurant and you can see the students prepping right through the window. Feels homey...great spot for a date! All photo creds go to Giada Randaccio Skouras Sweeny @giardass_photography read more

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Really fantastic. It's a lovely space and staffed with lovely people--all in support of a great cause. If you're at all concerned about coming to eat somewhere where students are learning to cook, don't be--the food was absolutely top notch. I've been three times already and plan to go back. We get the hummus every time. I've had the house salad--which is a really unique, hearty dish with a few pickled ingredients. Way more flavor and substance than you'd expect in a house salad. I've also gotten the grilled veggie kebab, which is PERFECTLY cooked with a really nice, fresh cold bulgar salad. And for desert its pretty much mandatory to try the pecan bread putting. They have a great selection of beers from some local Brooklyn breweries that support them--so it's a small but quality beer menu. Have had a few IPAs and a delightful sour so far, and expect something new to be there next time I go back! read more

Not only is this restaurant helping refugees gain cooking skills that can help them find future employment, the food here is excellent as well. The decor of the restaurant is also great. It's very airy, and we found that we could still get a table despite walking in for Sunday brunch. Would definitely recommend this place! read more

Fantastic restaurant in every which way. The coffee is amazing. Super strong and great taste and bottomless cup. We had the shakshouka and the pancakes. Both were very good though next time I will try the waffles instead of the pancakes. This is a special place and they are doing something amazing. Look no further and head to Emma's Torch! read more

This place is amazing! Super cute atmosphere and amazing brunch food. Food highlights: fresh out of the oven homemade donut holes (one of the best things I ate here, and maybe ever). Also had the poached eggs on avocado toast (as good as they look!), home fries, and toast with homemade butters - all fantastic! read more

This is a wonderful place. Wonderful food, friendly and professional service, and a low-key, relaxed vibe. We made a reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival. The food arrived quickly and was delicious. (One of us had the brisket, the other had the chicken wings, and we shared the artichoke appetizer.) Highly, highly recommended and we will be back. read more

Food was fantastic. Visited with a friend on a Sunday night and things were pretty quiet. The patio outside is lovely! We had the hummus to start and shared the chicken adobo and lamb meatballs. Both were delicious! read more

I love the this place. The food is delicious and fresh and varied. The service is friendly and accomplished. And it's nice to dine well and feel like you're doing some good. Highly recommended! read more

Great experience at Emma's torch - our server was attentive, food was delicious and generously portioned, and of course the mission was icing on the cake! Had walked by a few times while strolling in the neighborhood and was curious to check it out; so glad I did! My boyfriend and I split the hummus, lamb meatballs, chicken and rice, and a bottle of wine and had to box some up to take home. Everything was really delicious. Will definitely be back to check out the next seasonal menu. So glad to have you in the neighborhood! read more

Fantastic, creative food. I loved it, and my super hard to please husband loved it.

We only had lunch here once, but we loved it. The chicken sandwich was delicious acc to dinner partner. The only thing is that we don't find the place very inviting from the outside, that's probably why we've only been there once, while we live around the corner and walk passed the restaurant daily. We should make more effort. read more

It doesn't get much better than this! Delicious food, top-notch service, lovely environment and most importantly, you support an incredible cause just by dining out! We went for brunch with two infants and 6 adults and everyone raved about their meals and the entire experience. They are also opening up an outdoor seating area which will be so wonderful on warm days! read more

Amazing food (get the hummus!!!!) and a wonderful mission. This is a perfect spot for brunch, dinner, or drinks. Definitely recommend!

This is an example of what dining combined with a mission looks like. Let's get this out of the way: The food is excellent, the menu is inventive and the venue is comfortable. The staff is there to serve, not just killing time. Ask questions; they are happy to explain, engage and encourage. This was our first visit and we were so impressed. read more

Had an amazing brunch at this lovely little spot! We ordered so many items to try as much as we could! The wings are amazing. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is very inviting. read more

My friend and I were lucky enough to grab seats at the bar last night as walk-ins on a Saturday night. Everything was amazing: the staff, food, wine and atmosphere. Thank you for doing what you do. Y'all are amazing! read more

Love what Emma's Torch does! The hummus and lamb meatballs were great appetizers, and especially enjoyed the cavatelli for the entree!! Great service, highly recommend this place (: read more

Wonderful dinner! First and foremost...a restuarant with a mission I support. And...the food is GREAT. Wonderful salads, chicken and fish. All very well prepared--lovely presentaiton and great taste. I'm coming back often. Congrats Emma's Torch on great food with a purpose! read more

Delicious food, fast and courteous service, and all for a great cause. The avocado toast was delicious.

The food at Emma's Torch is unbelievable, the service excellent and the ambiance lovely. And that doesn't even take into account the fact that it's all for a great cause. I can't recommend this restaurant enough! read more

I like the mission and the decor. Service was friendly but a bit slow. We asked for the ​check twice and they forgot twice. Yes,​ it was a busy evening, but I saw the waitstaff chatting 3' away from us while we waited and waited for our check. Now down to the food and pricy... Food was quite nice but nothing mind-blowing​. The yellow squash pasta we ordered​ was from their "big plate" but it was about 1.5 cups of pasta that cost $20. The mushroom side was delicious​ but about half a cup for $10. The string beans side dish was​ very good, but $8 for 15 string beans with some spice​ was just not worth it. The wine was $14/glass for a sad pour(the bottle cost about $11)... In​ the end,​ the ​bill was $85 pre-tax​ for two small glasses of wine, one pasta, one hummus, and two very small portions​ of sides. My friend I both have worked in the hospitality​ industry​ for a long time. We know food, wine, ​and the struggle restaurants​ all facing, and we also know when the restaurant is over-price for what it is offering. Emma's Torch is not a fancy joint for food and it could have been such a nice place for casual​ dining with friends on a​ regular basis, but with the small portion of okay foods and the high price tag it will not be on our list. read more

We were just blown away by how wonderful the food was! Everything we ate - 3 different appetizers and 3 different mains shared by the 3 of us - was just delicious! The dining room is lovely, the staff attentive and friendly. All this, combined with the amazing mission of the place - who could ask for more? read more

Terrific meal, lovely service--and you'll leave knowing that you've been a part of a gracious and generous social enterprise!