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My favorite BBQ spot in NY! The food is amazing every time. Everything on the menu is full of flavor, the brisket and pulled pork were tender and juicy while the sausages had a nice snap to them. I definitely recommend getting the brisket and ribs. The ribs are a little dry on its own but goes great with their various sauces provided. Fette sau is located outside so dress appropriately for the weather. They have heaters in the winter and fans during the summer to keep things comfortable.
Bbq was good. No wait. Had the pork belly, brisket, ribs and sausage. Corn bread and Cole slaw as well. Side dishes were just meh. But I was there for the bbq. Staff was friendly.
Really solid BBQ, some of the best I've had in NYC (though still not as good as Texas BBQ imo) We got the smoked pork belly, brisket, and the bison ribs with a side of the broccoli salad. You basically walk in and just order your meats and sides via a counter and then find a place to sit, pretty standard for a BBQ joint. Everyone was super friendly and gave recs on the meats + sides, and I appreciated being able to sample the sides before picking. As for the meats: the brisket was pretty good. It was slightly less juicy and tender than I'd like, but definitely satisfies the craving. The bison ribs had great flavor but were really tough to get off the bone. It was also probably the most expensive in terms of meat per lb since the price includes the weight of the bone, so I'd recommend skipping this one. The real star of the show was the smoked pork belly. We were considering getting the pork ribs instead, but boy am I glad we got the pork belly - it was the best of both worlds. Flavorful and smokey, but still super juicy and tender because of the high fat content. It paired really well with their mustard BBQ sauce which was a bit acidic and helped cut through the fat.
Great bbq spot in Bedford :) There are some cute outside table and inside :) we were party of .. more than 10 but it fits perfectly and very chill with the cozy atmosphere. The servers gave up great suggestions and had amazing Shredded pork, pickles and everything. The special cocktails was delicious. Honestly I love their Potato salad lol I miss that already!! You should definitely check out!!
Very good meats overall and definitely digging the atmosphere here. I do recommend the brisket and spicy sausage, they're exceptionally juicy. Huge selection of beers, wines and cocktails to complement the meat sweat. Fette Sau is just a great spot to hang and enjoy a conversation. The staff is super chill and nice. Parking just like any other place in Williamsburg is a bitch. It's a hit or miss with street parking.
Weird. No line on a Sunday. Service is quick enough. Ambience is garage butcher shop. Dark with lots of wood. Maybe it was the combo of beer and food but the BBQ was underwhelming and disappointing in person, mainly from lack of flavor. Ordered most of the meat items and a good selection of sides. Wings were satisfying. Brisket was dry and lacking in flavor. Pork belly was decent and indulgently rich. A takeout portion of pork ribs showed me that the flavor is there. Maybe it was failure of the rack we happened to have in person. A takeout beef rib remained tough and over salted. Not exactly a full redemption. For the price, it's quite disappointing. In the decade that has passed since I last came here, NY's BBQ game has leveled up. The wider availability of BBQ basically removed the need for me to come to Brooklyn, with my last pilgrimages being Delaney BBQ and more recently Hometown BBQ. For a Manhattanite, there isn't enough quality to justify the effort required to get here.
The cashier was very nice and had a very pleasant attitude. That alone made me order $40 worth of food for lunch for one person. However, the food was a whole nother thing. For starters, the brisket was a bit fatty with no seasoning what so ever. I am a connoisseur of bbq and was expecting it to be on the lines of Hill Country (NYC), Hometown (Red Hook-Brooklyn), Meat Mitch (Kansas City), or Brad's BBQ (Oxford, Al) but it wasn't. I had the coleslaw and it was bland as well. The pork sausage was okay but was a little over cooked. The baked beans were not good at all. They were of the consistency of thick chili. Needless to say, I packed up my food and brought it home to give to my husband because I wasn't too pleased with the taste.
Have been meaning to come here forever but was always prevented because it used to be cash only. After hearing that they take card I immediately made plans to go with a friend. I already had a sense of how ordering works but the staff was great at explaining that meat is ordered by the half pound and sides are by the quarter pound. For two people we did three meats (beef brisket, pork ribs, chicken wings) and two sides (brocolli salad and beans). It was plenty for two people and we even had leftovers to take for the road. I preferred the ribs and wings to the brisket, as the brisket was a tad too fatty for my liking. Although if you plan to have a drink or two alongside your meal, it cuts the fat pretty nicely and makes for a good pairing. The beans were definitely the best out of everything. I made my way pretty much through the entire serving, even though I have ibs which says a lot. I just couldn't help myself! Brocolli salad was also a good choice since its citrusy and the acidity balances out all strong flavors from the meats. For drinks I opted for a manhattan followed by a smoked old fashioned. The manhattan was...very strong. Don't know if I'd get it again but the smoked old fashioned was great!
The BBQ is pretty good. Fette Sau has lost the hype it once held way back when and on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, there were no lines. Our group ordered a variety of meats and sides to sample. The meats were tender and juicy. We ordered the brisket, ribs, and sausage. The broccoli salad was a nice balance to cool you down and add roughage. There were large communal tables and benches and rolls of paper towels available. Solid lunch option.
I went on Memorial Day, but I called in advance as the hours on the website were different from the special hours posted on Yelp. No reservations can be made as it's first come, first served, and first seated. It makes sense. You come in through what seems to be the back open seating area. Go in through their entrance and have to line up to order food. Ppl usually have one person go up and order and reserve a seating area. But it's suggested that you get your food first. They're open for lunch and dinner normally. All the items on the menu aren't all available. You'll know when you arrive. When I went, we ordered the Berkshire Pork Belly, which tasted really good. I definitely recommend this one. The pork ribs were second best. The beef brisket wasn't that great, I wouldn't get it again. The only side that I got was the potato salad which is surprisingly dairy free, the Dijon mustard, onions, chives, and Yukon potatoes tasted great. It was a great addition to the meal.
My favorite is brisket and burnt end baked beans. The service is quick and efficient, you order what you want and they prepare it immediately. It is mostly outdoors and indoors do not have AC, only fans, so I would avoid coming here when it's crazy hot.
I came here to eat and loved the food. I felt like the name after I indulged in multiple types of BBQ meat heavenly treats. You must try this place. The ambiance is rustic and super casual. Shorts and a tee are perfect. The staff is super knowledgeable about all of their menu ingredients down to origins of beef raising and the manager told me all the animals are fed non, pesticide feed. I was very impressed. I also need a stop sink to shower after being covered in every amazing sauce know to man. You must try this place
Pretty good BBQ and probably as good as it'll be in NYC. The brisket was fatty and moist, the ribs were tender but a little dry and the pork belly was really tender. Everything had a nice char on the outside. Overall very good! The bad was the sides, which were a complete afterthought. Bland, boring and nothing stood out. Probably would have been best to just skip and stick with the proteins
9 years ago
15 years ago
I've been here twice now, not sure how I've missed writing a review. Let's start by saying Fetta Sau may be the greatest smelling room I've ever been in in my life. First, the drink. They have a well stocked whiskey bar, offering several different tasting trays (and the bartender will even customize one for you if you want to go down a different path). The beer selection is pretty decent as well. Served in mason jars which just seems right. Also available is Coke in a glass bottle, not a rare sight these days, but a nice one for sure. Next, the line. There is one. It will range from long to insanely long. Be prepared. Bring a drink or a friend you'll need them. Seating. Family style and kind of cramped. There's seating outside and at the bar as well. I'm a fan of personal space. You shouldn't expect much of it here. Food: I love the pulled pork and belly. The hot sausage links were good but not great, a bit pricey for what they were. The pickles are delicious. The brisket has been described to me as "the best I've ever had" by more than one person. I don't like red meat, but I tried an end piece and have to admit if all cow tasted like that I'd love cow. My perfect bite: Pulled pork on the potato roll with some of the belly doused in the Carolina style sauce with a touch of the mustard based sauce and some pickle. I've also taken home some of their bacon (both belly and jowl). It may seem expensive at $10/lb but it is damn good. Worth every cent. read more
10 years ago
Great place for the meat lover! Doing bbq is not the easiest thing to do since not everyone has backyard in nyc. Their meat is so juicy and tender, and with the side of vegetable dish its just delicious. First time I came here was during the summer, which had a long line of waiting. This time I went when there was massive snow all day, did not need to wait at all! It's so cozy and warm inside, its also perfect for the winter time dinner with your friends. I ordered brisket & pulled pork, I personally think brisket is the best of all. Their price is also very reasonable, we paid about $50 in total and it was three girls. If you dont know how Much you need to order, just tell them How many people you've came with and they will take care of it. Will come back soon! read more
9 years ago
Omg this place is amazing!!!! Brought my ships crew here for some Brooklyn bbq, man did they Love it. The line was long but moved swiftly, have someone hold your spot n try the beer. The brisket, pulled pork & ribs melted in your mouth like butter! The burnt end beans F*k'n AMAZING, I'd prob go back just for them! Prices are hipster Brooklyn expected, but for the amount or poundage, of meat that fed us, the crew was satisfied. Seating was the only hiccup. With 7 of us, you have to have somebody wait on line and the others go protect a spot. Seating is first come first serve, so be wise & stern or you'll be standing around with a tray of 3lbs of meat! read more
5 years ago
14 years ago
over hyped BBQ place. The meat's pretty good but it's just not worth the hour wait. You can see the long line going out to the sidewalk. I came with a large group of friends so we divided the tasks and split into 2 groups, one for waiting in line and ordering and another for finding tables and saving seats. We didn't have to wait as long as the ordering group to get our seats ready so lucky me :) my friends ordered almost everything, we got 3-4 huge plates of BBQ on it and some bread and sides. I couldn't even tell what I was eating after a while except it was some kind of barbequed meat. Some are dry, some are hard to chew on, some are really good. The price came out to be about $30 per person, I thought that was quite expensive since I didn't eat that much. I did enjoy the experience, but I think this is just another one-time thing I can say that I've done it. read more
13 years ago
12 years ago
Love this place! The lines can get long but it moves quick. I came here on a Saturday late afternoon. It's a cafeteria style place. I went to look for seats while my husband was on the line waiting to place his order. The meats are by the pounds. We always tend to over order so we just ordered 1/2 ribs, 1/4 pork cheeks and 1/4 lb brisket. It came with Hawaiian bread. I loved the ribs the most and I wished we had ordered a full rack instead. It was so juicy and fell right off the bone goodness. On one side of the wall there's a picture of different types of meats by cuts and on the other side is a bar, which i thought was pretty unique because they have knives on the wall. There's also outdoor seating too. read more
MEAT!! That is what you get here. Here's what we got: -brisket: moist and tender; my fave -large side of baked beans: delicious! I would just get this instead of a separate order of the Berkshire belly as there are bunches of the pulled meat in this dish -sausages: -Berkshire belly (bacon): dry -hand-pulled Berkshire belly: oily but delicious Everything was good, but some of the meat was more tender and moist than others. We also got some bread and pickles. We were not able to finish all of it so we asked for some bags and took the rest home. I especially loved the bar area. The tiles on the wall and knives as handles for the beers on tap. Very cool. The place is communal seating and there's plenty of paper towels and wet wipes for you. read more
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10 years ago
A must for all carnivores! Who would've thought a beer-garden looking restaurant in a renovated garage in Williamsburg would have such good food? My boyfriend and I shared two pounds of meat - about 1/4 of brisket, pulled pork, ribs and pork belly each. Out of them all, the brisket was my faaaaavorite, with the pulled pork coming in at a close second. The meat was just so full of flavor - smoky, juicy, tender, and definitely seasoned well. We also had the potato rolls and the potato salad (Well, he had the potato salad. It was way too acidic for me). The meat itself is good, and they also have bottles of their 3 sauces on each table. They've got outdoor seating, and large wood picnic tables inside. Forget about windows, they've got a huge garage door letting all the natural light in. Bathrooms are right and dirty, but I guess you can't have it all read more
8 years ago
Being an Aussie I haven't been to many American BBQs so don't have much to compare this to but my gosh this place was one of the top things I did in NYC! We had to wait agesssss in line- which meant by the time we got to the front we were fairly intoxicated but so cheerful and hungry that we ordered a good few kilos of meat. When we reached our table of new yorkers we were provided a challenge - little did they know who they were dealing with. For starters we were so tight on cash that we had to finish everything so we got to get our moneys worth. And also- its seems it must run in the family, if my brother or I have the slightest bit to drink we tend shovel copious amounts of food into a endless black hole. So it began. And wow we didn't need any help shovelling - the pulled pork was so tender and tasty it pretty much slid straight down our throats! I would highly recommend that. We had some beef ribs and some chorizo and other kinda meats but without a doubt the pulled pork was a family fave. The sides were pretty damn good too- for sides- they def didn't steal the limelight from the main attraction though. Would for sure come back here when I return to New york. Be sure to get in early to avoid the lines or bring a bit of extra cash so you can enjoy waiting in line! read more
14 years ago
Much akin to Roberta's, the trend of opening up an eatery in a garage is also found at Fette Sau. My girlfriend and I found out about this place a while ago from a friend of hers who had went and made some Facebook post about the great BBQ and outrageously long line. With both of us being curious to try, we finally made the trip out a few weeks ago, late on a Monday afternoon. We drove out here, but whether you drive or take the L train, this place is a bit of a hike. After lucking out and finding street parking, we had about 30 or 40 minutes until they opened. It was a warm night, so we just hung out on the street and talked until the sign was turned on and the gate was opened. Since we'd arrived, a few other people had also shown up, but the scene was very calm at their 5pm opening. Inside can be described as casual, cool and hipster. We went up to the counter and asked how we go about ordering. The server asked if it was our first time - it was - and then advised that between the two of us, we'd want a pound of meat. We opted to go with the beef brisket, pork ribs, pulled pork and pork belly, which came out to be 1/4 pound of each, except for the ribs. We were served four ribs, which came out to 3/4 lb, but there are bones in the ribs as well. We also got an ear of corn, a ginger beer and the meal came with four rolls, which comes in handy for dipping remnants of the meat juices and BBQ sauces. About the food, the brisket, pork ribs and pork belly were all really good. They were juicy, tender, meaty and well seasoned. The pork ribs were especially tender and fell right off the bone. The pork belly was a bit fattier than the other meats, but that's to be expected. My one gripe - and it's a big one - was that the pulled pork was extremely dry, which also took away some of the flavor. I don't know if this is the way it's normally served, but I hope they were just having an off night. The corn was also nothing to write home about, tho my girlfriend liked it, so I let her eat it. As others have noted, the seating is communal at long picnic tables. As the place wasn't too crowded, people will sit down next to you, but weren't elbowing or being rude in trying to claim seats. More people did show up as we ate, but the environment was always calm and collectively cool. I did ask when the line starts becoming legendary, to which they replied it usually happens later in the evening. Don't forget to check out the bar while you're here. The list of whiskeys and beers on tap is impressive. My other gripe, other than the extremely dry pulled pork, was that they were out of cider. No deductions for that tho. All in all, except for the pulled pork, the meal was yummy and the food and drink ran us $38. However, while the meal was delicious, I'd have been annoyed if I'd sat (or stood) through a two hour wait to eat here. read more
Good lord my poor arteries!! We went to visit this bbq place on the weekend after hearing so many good things online. We ordered pork ribs, boar belly, brisket, pulled pork shoulder, broccoli, potato salad, and burnt end baked beans. Everything was really good. What stood out were all the pork based meats. They were excellent! To be honest the brisket was good but mighty Quinn's is better. The sides are vinegar based and tasty. They also have an excellent beer selection. I can see it gets really crowded here and the seating is free for all. It wasn't terrible when I went but be prepared to fight people for seating. read more
8 years ago
Upon entering it gives a lunch cafeteria feel where there's long benches. You choose what you want, get the food,pay, sit and eat. This place is way overpriced to me for barbecue food that's just okay. The rub on the brisket was great but the brisket itself seemed like it could use seasoning. The ribs were okay. The potato salad had a nice little tang to it and the corn on the cob was sweet. What really upset me was that a small meal that could honestly feed one person cost $75 including two drinks. It's not like dessert was even included with the meal. The fact that I shared a meal with my boyfriend and still left hungry after spending $75 was ridiculous to me. read more
10 years ago
Came here for the hype, left with a full, satisfied stomach. I really recommend getting just the brisket and ribs (but honestly, the ribs were a lot better than the brisket #sorrynotsorry). The ribs were so juicy and didn't need any sauce to go along with it. It was tender, filling, and wasn't messy at all. The brisket, on the other hand, were.. good. Just good. Nothing special about them. They were kinda dry, and lacked flavor. There was also a lot of fat in the brisket that I got, which was a meh since I didn't get to eat enough of the real deal. In other words, I was really disappointed at the brisket. Not gonna lie but sides were pretty bad. The beans were overwhelmingly salty and really didn't even taste like beans (what are you hiding from us??!). The broccoli was ok, wish they weren't so stale though. The cornbread was good but probably not worth the money. Didn't get the potato salad because a customer advised us not to get it since it was "terrible." I'll definitely consider coming back someday, but I don't have an urging desire to come back. It was a good experience, but keep in mind that prices are pretty high for the small amount of meat you get (prices, quality, and quantity aren't proportionate in my books). Also the sitting situation is.. interesting, so make sure you get here early. 4 stars for having better barbecue than other places though! read more
17 years ago
13 years ago
Of course good BBQ is all about the different cuts of meat, the rubs and the sauces! For a quaint little spot, this place definitely had a good variety of meats, all priced by weight. This is cool because you can take a look at everything and assemble your own little sampler. There were plenty of drinks to choose from, both alcoholic and not. Where this place was lacking was in their sides. Don't get me wrong, their beans were amazing. They were very rich in flavor from the spices, and had a good amount of meat in their as well. But, broccoli, pickles, and German potato salad are really the only others. Show me some cornbread, macaroni and cheese, and cole slaw and some form of corn and you'll have rounded out your side dish offerings in true BBQ style. Sorry, but I can't give this place more stars than it has sides available. read more
8 years ago
If you have ever had decent barbecue in your life-steer clear of this place. Had the brisket. Was not impressed. At $28 a lb, half of my piece of meat was fat and it honestly just wasn't delicious. BBQ sauce options aren't clearly labeled or organized, guy at the bar looked at me like I was from outer space when I asked for some help on what's what. I've had great BBQ in Chicago/Houston/KC/Wichita/Des Moines-This place doesn't compare. PLENTY of other great food options around here, spend your money somewhere else. read more
17 years ago
Good brisket. I still like Hill Country better for that, though. I went with my mouth salivating over the thought of bbq'd pork belly and I was not disappointed when I saw it on the list of meats for the day. However, when I bit into the pork belly it was so SALTY. The fat was excellent, the meat (what little there was) was quite succulent. I had to stuff bread in my mouth to counteract the salty. I'm sad. As a lover of almost all piggy bits I wish they'd lower the salt on the belly. Maybe I just got an extra salty batch. My boyfriend had a few pork ribs, some brisket and a sausage. I had a 1/2 pound of pork belly, a sausage and some brisket with the half sour pickles. Half of what I had is in the fridge at work waiting for a lovely lunch time treat. I also picked up a small beans to see what all the fuss was about. It wasn't all that expensive because we didn't get very much. It probably came out to $40-45 for the both of us with his beer and my cream soda. While I went up to get to-go bags and the beans he ate my roll. The glare on my face was epic for all of 4 seconds. :P Luckily I asked for bread with the beans. Brisket: Good, but not as moist as Hill Country Sausage: Nice and flavorful, sort of reminded me of an italian sausage to my dismay. I still like the Elgin sausages (both from the source and those you can get at Dinosaur BBQ) Pork Belly: Deliciously fatty, but much too salty Pickles: Yum Cream soda: Meh The sweetish red sauce in the tallest container: awesome in small doses The chipotle (at least I think that's what it was) whatever red sauce in the smaller container: PASS. They really need some sides I'd spend money on. Boyfriend got the potato chips. Even just another potato side without "salad" in the name would be awesome.. or some greens (mustard, collared, kale, turnip, I'm not picky.. hell even some non krauted cabbage) read more
16 years ago
14 years ago
Like others have said, I have wanted to try this place for three years. Being that I live in Jerz and am always in the city, BK has always been kinda out of the way. However, an opportunity presented itself that landed us in Brooklyn and this was tops on our list. First, they open at 5 during the week, so note the hours of operation. I forgot this and we had to kill about an hour plus cuz we got there early. Second, know that the menu changes on a daily basis, so what you may come for may not be offered on a given day, unless there is a rotation that I am unaware of. Now for the food. We ordered the brisket, pulled pork, pork cheeks, pork chops, beans, and broccoli salad. The brisket, OH MAN THE BRISKET!! Must say this is close to the best brisket I've had. It was extremely tender and really rich in flavor. The BBQ sauce is fantastic, but not necessary since the brisket had so much flavor. The pulled pork was equally good and great with the complimentary rolls. The pork cheeks were a great added bonus. I think I read a few reviews saying that they were not great, but these were the second best part of the meal. Luckily the meat man highly recommended them and we obliged!! The chops were good, but fourth on the list with the other heavy hitters. The beans were good and really filling. The broccoli salad was good. It was steamed then served cold. All in all, a great visit and definately be back. only thing is that the food is so rich and filling, don't be afraid to take some home. We didn't order too much, but it was SUPER GOOD!! read more
12 years ago
Now that the weather is nicer, the few outdoor tables are occupied. The indoor tables are picnic style benches, to be shared with other patrons. You wait online to order your meal, and it's given on a large tray. They have a few select core BBQ items like beef brisket, pork shoulder, ribs, bacon ends, and sausage. For two, we bought 1/2 a lb of beef brisket, half a rack of ribs, and for our sides- potato salad and pickles. The brisket was fine, but I was surprised by the ribs. I expected the meat to fall off the bone, but instead the rub was salty and the meat as dry. The potato salad was a Dijon/vinegar blend. It wasn't too good and the pickle was pretty much the only thing I enjoyed. If I go back, I will get the brisket again and will try the pork shoulder. read more
Ordered: Brisket Pros-- The brisket was the best BBQ I've ever had. The burnt ends were charred to perfection and enjoyable to eat. I liked that they had dispensers of water (free of charge) available and meat sauces accessible on the tables. Cons--I was disappointed by their side dish selections as it was very limited. I was informed that they no longer had mac and cheese which is a traditional BBQ side and would've helped lighten the hearty flavors. read more
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Do they allow dogs?
No not even outside. So many other dog friendly spots in Williamsburg: You will get yelled at if you even try to sit with your dog
Do they have any chicken options?
yes. but why would you want chicken when there are so many great non-chicken options? :-)
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