A nice new entry to the Red Hook dining scene. I went on a Saturday with my wife and daughter. We got there without a reservation and were told it would be a 30 minute wait. Perfect...scooted to the IGA and did some shopping...came back and proceeded to wait another 30 minutes. So...make a reservation! The staff was appropriately remorseful, so we won't hold it against them. Now, the food. We started with a special salad for my wife which she enjoyed immensely. My daughter and I had the clam and branzino chowder and that was one of the best I have ever had. Delicious with a nice chunk of fish and little clams. My 7 year old had a ball picking the clams clean. For entrees, my wife had tuna, I had a "flatiron" steak and my little one had a burger. All were quite nice with good portions. My daughter couldn't finish the burger, but made quick work of the fries. All in all, a delicious meal. With your steak, you can add one of several sauces (I had chimichurri). There are also side dishes you can order. We didn't do dessert or coffee so no assessment on that. Ambiance was nice...though a friend who dined there said that the benches were uncomfortable. We had a table in the middle of the room. They could probably squeeze ina couple more tables, so give the owners credit for not being greedy. Oh yeah...the dinner roll my daughter god was shaped like a pear. She thought it was cute. Our waitress forgot to give me one...the only bad service note of the evening (except for the extended wait). Prices are moderate. It's not as cheap as other restaurants in the area, but the quality is worth it. The soup of $9 and the flatiron steak was $18. The burger was $10. We'll be back...but we'll make a reservation first if it's a weekend! read more

We were excited to try and made a reservation. Got seated by window which was nice, house white carafe was a bargain and very good Pinot Grigio. Design inside is a bit less than I would have thought, fairly plain and wish they'd hide the swinging doors to kitchen. Apps were simple green salad and the side of roastd asparagus. Both excellent. Mains were delivered with a very LONG wait in between. And the place only had five tables filled. So unsure why the delay for which we got no apology until later. I ordered steak frites med rare and hubby scallops. My fries were hot but the steak was almost room temp. After waiting so long and for the price, was disappointed enough to call waiter and send back which I very rarely do. He returned saying chef didnt want to overcook and that med rare will be cool in middle, I agreed on all counts, but this was not hot outside. I know it has to rest before slicing etc I have had many steak frites in my day. We assumed it had been ready and getting cold waiting on scallops. It finally aririved warmer and still med rare but by then hubby was done with his three scallops, excellent...hot...but only three. Seem at least four makes an entree. Additionally steak frites advertised as hanger cut...I buy hanger and this did not look or taste like it...more like flank or a cheaper cut. We were sorry they didnt offer something between the long wait and the the disjointed dining timing between us. Dessert, something but they didnt. So home we went. I had higher expectations. read more

My Dad & I got together tonight for a belated Father's day get together. We had decided to go to maybe two or three places & appetizer hop. Love doing that! Flatiron was our second & final stop. We popped in to the bar & the always friendly bartender set us up with a nice glass of wine & a dirty martini. We ordered two sides to share as we had already had some appetizers at a previous restaurant. We ordered the most delicious mac & cheese & tasty grilled asparagus. Everything was really delicious! I would recommend Flatiron for a quick app & drink to a full course meal! read more

Went out to the Flatiron AGAIN last night. Its the perfect date night location for my husband and I. We started the night with a 3 choice cheese plate. They were perfect. The waiter was knowledgeable about the cheeses when asked and helped us to make the perfect selections. They paired well with the house Cabernet. For dinner we both ordered the same thing, Hanger steak, Mac & Cheese & Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Although I argued with my husband that we should share the sides, he was insistent that he have his own because it's just to good to share. I'm glad he insisted because my breakfast was as good as my dinner. The wait staff is friendly helpful, knowledgeable and the best that upstate NY has to offer (Wade C.) We always end up with the same young man as our waiter and he's just the cutest thing in a striped apron!! Very personable. When asked to explain the Flatiron to people who are looking for a night out this is what I say ...."Put it this way, when i win the lottery, I will offer Chef Craig a position he can't refuse to be my private chef" When your in the area don't miss out on this gem and pray that the Scallops with Spatzle make an appearance on the menu again! read more

I look forward to visiting this restaurant when I am in town. The menu is always dynamic, the food is always delicious and the service excellent. My only disappointment this past dinner was with the oysters appetizer. The oysters were chopped up with other ingredients including bacon and in the end almost indistinguishable on the shell. An appetizer not commensurate with it's price nor the standard of the Flatiron. I am however looking forward to another visit later this summer. read more

The Flat Iron is our favorite spot in our hometown of Red Hook, Ny. We love Craig, Jess, and Mike! They all make you feel so welcome and eager to return as soon as possible. Whether you sit at the bar, outside,or at a table, you feel the full restaurant experience. Their menu changes seasonally and rocks! Burgers, steak, charcuterie, seafood, oysters, home made bread, desserts, and so much more! You can't go wrong with anything you choose to try on their menu. Their food is also always paired well with an awesome drink menu and local beers. My brother from NYC comes up several times a year and the Flat Iron is his #1 choice when in town! I highly recommend the Flat Iron for everything they offer.......drinks, apps, dinner, a great atmosphere, and desserts. All will make your mouth water and will having you plan your next trip back! read more

I have been tracking down the illusive legendary Bartender Michael Waterhouse. As a filmmaker I have been on top of him about producing a film about his exploits. Somehow he has an uncanny ability of finding great places to drink and dine. He is a humble genius behind the rise of the Tribeca Grill and several other restaurants that will make this comment look like an essay. I tracked this restaurant Master to Red Hook and as usual in his travels has found an amazing place. Great choice Michael lets do our TV Pilot pitch at the Flatiron. You made your name in Manhattan but as a Brooklyn Boy I'm stoked that you found this incredible place. Old School Brooklyn, word of mouth pilgrimage. Thank you for hitting me up about "Flatiron" the place rocks, and because of the experience there I secured budgeting for my next film project. read more

Excellent steak, cooked accurately. Sub-par oysters. The house-made ketchup and fries were outstanding.

The best place in town. Friendly service great price and amazing food. If your looking for a down to earth place with quality this is the place. They are amazing people. read more

The place has a slightly funny smell when you walk in but the food is really fantastic. Order steak- Any cut, any kind and you'll be so glad you did. It's absolutely amazing. they use all local products and it's some of the best food you can get. eating here is just like having dinner in the city..maybe even better. The cheese selection is always right on point and the wine and beers are carefully selected. It's a great little restaurant and I love those warm tiny dinner rolls with fresh butter and sea salt on top! Yum! read more

I had a nice, raw tuna steak - it was perfectly rare. My girlfriend had steak and she really enjoyed it. The appetizer and the desert, were both great - overall it was a little on the pricey side, but good food read more

Love this place! We always visit with the kids when we are in town. Kid friendly but you might want to make a reservation since it's a popular place and if it's a holiday weekend. The filet mignon is always cooked perfect and love that you can pick the sauce you want with your steak. They also offer a kid menu. All the bread is made in house and of course delicious. Staff and owners are very attentive and friendly. A must if you visit Red Hook! read more

Solid food and friendly service. But the acoustics here are abysmal. Every time I come I leave with a headache. And can't hear the people I'm there with. If I ever return it will have to be really early before the crowds come. read more

The fillet Mignon is killer, and so is the mac and cheese. Have the steak with the cabbage. Mmm. There are limited choices in red hook. This is definitely one of the best. read more

My party of three ate dinner there last night. What a dissapointment, I ordered a medium rare 10 oz filet mignon. Overcooked, my guess it was the 6 ounce. Fries were additonal, 5.00 for a serving served in an upright paper cup. Additional diner got fried chicken.. Came to table, undercooked.. Informed waitress of raw food. She replied that this is the way it is prepared.. Sent back to Kitchen.. Chicken came back burnt and unedible. Pub atmosphere.. Was expecting so much more. WAY overpriced.. read more

Casual dining atmosphere with upscale food. Incredible steak tartar and mac and cheese. Fresh well prepared meals with a wonderful beer selection. My favorite resturant in red hook without question. read more

We were visiting this area from San Francisco and found this great place! We had wonderful food and five star service at this place. read more

Go to Flatiron! Craig and Jessica know how to run a great restaurant! Wonderful experience for our first visit. My birthday no less. The menu was spot on and diverse. I love a place that has a small bar where you are able to relax or sit down for a lovely prepared meal. We are new to the area, and this is a great place to come and learn the landscape. Nick our waiter was very warm and friendly. Mike at the bar makes great drinks and was a pleasure. Thanks, we will be back soon. read more

Good local steakhouse! Steak was perfectly cooked, sides were excellent. Oysters as a starter were fresh and delicious. Looking forward to our next visit! Have also heard the do a great burger read more

Well, since I have not heard back from the manager or owner of this so called restaurant, I am expressing my opinion about them. It happened to be one of my dearest friends Birthday and we were looking for take-out, and have a quite Birthday dinner at home. There were 3 of us to enjoy each others company on a joyous occasion. The Birthday girl, called the restaurant at 5:22p.m. and someone answered the phone, she asked to called in for an take-out, and the person said that they were closed and opened at 5:30p.m. and hung up. Well, really 8 minutes before opening, this person could not write the order down and then put the order into the computer system when they open at 5:30? Please! It would have been at least a half hour before her husband would have arrived at the restaurant and actually enough time to pick up the order. This was not very good customer service at all. I then called the restaurant to speak to the person in charge and I was told, that person was not at the premises, I gave my phone number; explanation why i called. I find very rude, that the person in charge didn't seem to be too interested in calling me back to hear my complaint, so now, they will read my complaint. Your staff, is lazy and lost out on at least $200.00 order from us. We will never come back and will continue to inform potential customers from coming to your so called restaurant. Please don't bother calling me now, I don't want to hear from you. Thank you for ruining a Birthday evening! read more

This was my first time eating at Flatiron. I was absolutely blown away by everything about this restaurant. The physical space itself is modern and attractive but not over done. It is tasteful in all regards. Table spacing is comfortable dinnerware had a good feel. Cloth napkins; brown. Lighting was modern. There was a prefix menu. I ordered gazpacho with a flank steak. Both were perfectly done. The gazpacho had some surprising flavor in a baby green on top. There was also a perfect spice balance and some flavor I did not recognize and it tasted amazing. The steak was cooked to perfection. There were yellow cubed veggies (not sure what they were) with a purée. Oh so tasty. For desert we had a chocolate soufflé. Holy Mole. Oh my word. Perfection. Period. The wait staff was professional, not familiar. Friendly enough and clearly know that they are serving up some terrific plates. read more

I usually trust only one kind of veggie burger, but theirs is on my list! Great fries, but their "house ketchup" just taste like tomato sauce- not impressed. read more

Amazing steak! I love that everything is ala carte. The chimichurri sauce is soooooo good!! Also, dont know if they still ahve it, but the s'mores bread pudding- UNREAL!!! I also attended a mystery dinner theatre at Flatiron- and it was great, the acting maybe not so much, but the food was incredible. Also- make sure you order the cheese plate- it's always somthing different and new to try!! read more

2.5 stars. This was not a great experience, especially since we were visited from out of town. This restaurant looks upscale and definitely separates itself from the small cafes and diners that line the streets of Red Hook. We wanted to eat outside, since it was a pleasant day. We were greeted nicely and seated outside. The decor is awkward inside, with the bar in front and a boring ambiance inside. They definitely could have improved the decor. Service was pretty good, not that quick, but they were attentive. There was a large bee problem, since they had flowers lining the outdoor dining area. We asked to move inside and they seated us close to the window, so we could still try to enjoy the outdoors. It was late, maybe 2:00 when we sat down to eat. Their brunch menu is limited, but they do have a selection of sandwiches, egg dishes, steak, chicken, and salads. Prices are a bit high as well. Once we were inside, we were constantly told that our food was coming out in a minute or two. It was almost an hour wait for our food and there were two tables that came after us. The chef even came out of the kitchen for a while to talk to the bar guests. Excuse me, the lunch service isn't over yet. We wanted to leave because the wait was completely unnecessary and we wanted to enjoy our day. After a couple of lies from the waitstaff saying our food would come out, the waiters finally brought our food over, and quoted "it was made with extra love." Then why was our food lukewarm at best? My chicken and waffles was almost cold. Knowing that if I sent mine back, it would never come out of the kitchen again, I tried to enjoy it. It was mediocre at best. The chicken was delicious, seasoned well and fried nicely. The waffle was subpar, soggy, small, lacking any taste. The "grits" they put on it was very bitter, had a strong alcohol taste, and ruined the dish, since there was so much of it. We did have a nice burger, cooked well, served with fries and a tomato dip. It wasn't anything exemplary. Their steak and eggs were the highlight of our meal, the steak was cooked perfectly, the eggs prepared nicely, the dish composed well. Although we had one amazing dish, the other components of our meal were unacceptable, especially for such an upscale restaurant. read more

We were welcomed right from the start. Service was five stars.We had two different types of oysters which were perfect. I had the Boar my wife and our friend had filet mignon which was cooked to perfection. We Give this five stars. read more

Went early on a Saturday night and it was packed by 7:00pm, and with good reason. The oysters were very good. Our drinks were first class, i.e. large and well made, and there was a nice selection of beers. A few regular beers and quite a few craft beers. There were burgers and filet mignon on our table and they were perfect. The portions were perfect, too. The sides were done right - French cut beans and potatoes. Dinner was @ $50 a person with tip. The food and drinks were great, the atmosphere was clean, nicely done and relaxed, and the service was appropriately attentive. I will be back there regularly. read more

First time here. Service and food where great. My son attends Bard College and we will definitely be back.

I go to Flatiron at least 1 time a month. I love food more than anyone I know other than my family. We are TRUE food snobs! I have NEVER had anything here that was not almost perfect and most things have been. You need no seasonings whatsoever. The waitstaff is very knowlegable about the food and the service wonderful! I have lived in the city and eat my way around every where I go. I can not think of a better place to eat. Rhinebeck restaurants have nothing on this great restaurant here in Red Hook NY. I am thrilled that I live close enough to make this my # 1 place to eat. I had the scallops tonight and the roasted oysters. This is truly the best place to eat in the Hudson Valley. read more

For appetizers we started out with the brussel sprout salad - days later I am still craving it. We also choose the three cheese plate - not only was the cheese great, but the serving sizes were very generous. The steak was cooked perfectly. A crunchy charred outside and a perfectly pink inside. The meal ended perfectly with a great dirty martini. Next time I am in the area, I will definitely go back! read more

Had an early dinner here last night with friends, after a concert at Bard College. The service was excellent and the restaurant itself has a cozy, casual atmosphere. The food was OK. Nothing out of the ordinary, but competently if not expertly prepared. None of us ordered the steaks; instead we had the fish, game and risotto. Perhaps the beef would have wowed us. I'd definitely return, as we all liked the atmosphere and the menu was well priced and varied. As a plus, Bard is less than 10 minutes away, so this place is a good pick to have a meal at before or after a visit to Bard. read more

Great place, a breath of fresh air in Red Hook. They are not terribly overpriced, but still a little pricy (especially their appetizers) but it's worth it. read more

Flatiron is an excellent slice of the urban scene in small town NY. The bartenders mix perfect cosmos, and they do a lovely little highballer called old thyme lemonade. Three of them make for an interesting post-meal walk home. The bar has also stocked Old Speckled Hen on tap, a great English cream ale. I can't find this stuff anywhere else. As for food, Chef Craig is generally spot on. The brussel sprout salad is a highly original treat with subtle flavor contrasts and near-brilliant textures. Shredded sprouts mix with slivered almonds, grana padano, and more. The clam and bronzino chowder is salty, but not off-putting, with a salinity that matches the sea more than an overexcited salt shaker. The fish is perched atop a luscious broth with whole littleneck clams adorning the bowl. Creative and delicious. The burgers are very good - the duck burger is a bit rich for my tastes, but a really nice idea, with duck crackling and an egg to boot. The flatiron steaks are fabulous, properly cooked, and do not need a hint of the possible five sauces offered with; these are better for the mountain of well-prepared frites that accompany. The duck entreee is prepared perfectly with crisp skin and medium rare meat; scallops are fab. The oyster selection is admirable for an area nowhere near an ocean. Fresh and varying from week to week, a dozen is a real treat. I don't usually order dessert, but I do fancy a cheese plate, and Flatiron always has a good selection of artisanal cheeses on hand. The service is almost always excellent, with a few snags on a busy night. Flatiron is terrific; a great destination for a Friday or Saturday night out. read more

In town visiting Bard College and found this great place. Good food and vibe. I'm so glad I checked the menu and gave it a try. Once I saw some of the foods I usually order I figured it would be fun from the Brussel Sprout Salad, Ravioli, steak and frites and oysters, I'm a fan! read more

A very delightful space with friendly waitstaff. THE BEST OYSTERS I ever had! BUT the rest of the meal was so SALTY I could hardly eat it. so, very disappointing to say the least. I might try again but would have to ask for low salt or i will send it back for sure. the service was pretty speedy which was appreciated for sure.also.... steakhouses should offer more steak choices... there was no ny strip or tbone on the menu which was suprising just a filet and a very fatty ribeye. i had the ribeye and like i said it was like a salt lick. oh. also had the mushroom soup that was a dull as can be. oh well.... read more

Our dinner at Flatiron was very good. We ate outside, which was pleasant (aside from the occasional loud joyrider). Service was good, but ordering wine was a little tricky-the waiter did not seem familiar with the list, and my first choice was no longer available. The food hit mostly high notes. I thought the shaved brussel sprout salad was excellent and the steak frites was also perfectly prepared and delicious. However, I was disappointed in my crab cake--it seems overcooked and a bit dried out. The dessert souffles were a nice ending to the meal. I would definitely recommend Flatiron if you are in the area. read more

This is my go to place when I want to have a great meal and date with my wife. You can tell the owners are paying attention to the details. It has a great home town vibe with the feeling of a trendy Manhattan restaurant. Can't wait to get back in for pan roasted duck soon! read more

I went with my wife and son who both liked their meal. I had the suckling pig special and wasn't crazy about it. The thing I didn't like was that they brought me a coffee mug that was dirty and had a chip o. The rim. Overall OK but I am not going back anytime soon. read more

I went here about a month ago with my family. 1) We waited 20 minutes to get bread- everyone around us received it promptly as they sat at their table. 2) Our waiter was extremely haughty, unprofessional and passive aggressive during the time that we had dined. After asking for bread to start off with, he nodded off our request, saying under his breath that it was eventually coming and that 'the other' person (another waiter) would give it to us. 3) We waited an hour before notifying our waiter that we hadn't received our food. Meanwhile, everyone around us who had arrived earlier than us were eating their meals. 4) Our waiter proclaimed to us that the food that we had chosen to order would take an extra long time to cook. Instead of apologizing, he pointed the blame in our direction. 5) After FINALLY receiving our food, my father's fish was raw on the inside. 6) Our waiter came around once to hastily ask how our meal was. After we had paid the check, he removed one or two dishes from our table. This place seems like a hit or miss. read more

We love Flatiron! It's our favorite spot in Red Hook for dinner. Relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where we feel at home, with fabulous, interesting food! read more

Too expensive, everything a la' cart which makes getting an OK steak with a side ridiculous. This is not NYC where they get away with such things. read more