One of my favorite meals I've had! Everything was absolutely stellar. From the wine to the ceviche…read moreto the king oyster mushrooms to the fish! The ceviche was probably the best ceviche I've ever had in my life. It was blood orange based, but the citrus was really well balanced. The king oyster mushroom dish was soo delicious. The sauce and the texture of the mushrooms were to die for. I've salivating thinking about them right now! The fish was also so amazing. The bottoms were so crispy, it was almost like it was a layer of potato chip! Really great texture, and the fish meat was cooked to perfection. Really sad that they're closing, but looking forward to whatever the chef/restaurant team does next!

Our food experience at Nura was a bit of a mixed bag, but when I think about the total package with…read moreambiance, environment and service, I feel like it earns four stars. It's a beautifully designed space, and we went in the evening so it was dimly lit and had good tunes, contributing to an intimate and cool vibe. The service throughout was good both by our primary server and the rest of the team that was bringing out dishes. For the food, we did not feel that it was a strong start, but the ending was great! The first dish to come out was their cornbread, which we agreed was very light and had a super tender texture, but there was just nothing special about the taste profile to us. The second dish were their prawns. We couldn't put our finger on the off-putting flavor in there, but we agreed that something just wasn't right and almost tasted spoiled. You also had to work a bit to dissect the prawns and remove the heads and skin. To work for it and then not enjoy the taste wasn't a great combo for us, unfortunately. It started turning around with their sweet potatoes, a type I'd never had before that were "baby" and purple on the outside while white inside. They served the potatoes with a gorgeously whipped Greek yogurt that added the exact right amount of tang to balance the sweet potato and the herby topping. The stars of the night were the coconut basmati rice and the lamb shank. My goodness! The rice dish was so complex from a flavor and texture profile and just hit all the right notes for us, and that lamb! Definitely one of the best lamb dishes I've had - Impossibly tender and seasoned to perfection. One other note I'll make regarding drinks is that they did not have a strong wine list. I ended up ordering a red, but later heard our waiter recommend against getting their wine to another table and suggesting their cocktails and mocktails instead. Just something to keep in mind if you're a wine lover!

Simple elegance…read more Nothing more to it. It is demonstrated in the food, the space, and the service. A simple burger and fries executed wonderfully. Pancakes with a strawberry compote bursting with flavor, texture, and a bit of herb. The space is beautiful. Open, spacious, bright. Decorated with an intentional minimalism that gives diners a sense of serenity while they laugh, eat, drink! The service is great. Mindful service. Polite, understated, paced. An absolute gem of a spot for a fun brunch, cozy date night, and everything in between!

Good local coffee. At one point they used Loveless Coffee but I'm not sure what they use now for…read morebeans. The one I had was good, however, the to-go cups are horrible. They spill all over the place every time and because of that, I always burn my hand. They don't have sleeves either because I think the cups are too small. The customer service could be better as it always seems like to-go orders are an inconvenience over dining in customers. Either way, the location is convenient if you need a coffee shop in Greenpoint if the neighboring shops are full. They do have a full menu for brunch, lunch, and dinner service. The prices match the location and the food looks good as there are always locals dining outside with their families and dogs. The space is spacious as well. I cannot comment on the food, only my takeout order experience. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. Indoor, outdoor and takeout available. Bathroom available.

we ordered three items:…read more 1. cheeseburger with fries 2. caesar salad 3. chicken parm all were excellent. I loved that the cheeseburger had crispy lettuce, pickles, tomatoes and cheese. The mix of a thousand island type sauce with ketchup made this burger a 10/10. The sesame bun gives the burger a great softness with all the other textures. + the fries gave me the feeling of an elevated mcdonald's fry! caesar salad was perfect. Lots of lettuce, not overly anchovy and just the croutons were soft and crisp at the same time? very much enjoyed how big of a portions all of these items were. chicken parm sauce was tangy and had good flavoring with the perfect melted cheese on top of the soft but crisp edges of the chicken. i'd highly recc all three items we got! service was quick once we got seated and was nice to be outside in the warm weather.

I love Bernie's. I classic, super popular spot in Brooklyn...but never acts too good for anyone and…read morealways tries their best to make room for any visitors. I had such a fun time here. Granted, I mostly came for some pre-gaming activities before going into midtown Manhattan, so I don't have any personal experience with the food here, but from as far as I can share, I had an amazing time when it came to the drinks and vibes. The service itself is impeccable - everyone is so friendly, accommodating, and hospitable. I also love the selection of brews here, and....yeah! You know, I just had a really great time!! Good drinks, and amazing vibes! I highly recommend! And yes, I would love to return in the future and try out the food. Either way, my advice for now is a resounding YES for visiting!

Once again Kaskade didn't disappoint. I'm almost starting to loose count with the amount of time…read moreI've had brunch here. At this particular time during this pandemic, I'm attempting to circle back to my favorite restaurant I enjoyed pre-pandemic to see who is open and offering outdoor dining. To my delight, Kaskade is now offering outdoor dining and plus their backyard patio is now open. My latest visit to Kaskade was a bit of a reunion of sorts. I enjoyed a marvelous brunch with my dear friends. Although the brunch menu is limited, it had a decent variety of option to choose from. We all enjoyed the burger, which was cooked to perfection. I must say, the chef is excellent. I've never had a bad meal. Period. The chefs attention to details and presentation is superb. The staff can't be left out here because the service is outstanding as well. I can't wait to return for dinner in the coming days. I always might add that they have to-go cocktails and who doesn't love that. I'll end by saying what I said in the very beginning, Kaskade never disappoints.

Everything was very good. A needed replacement for the great restaurants that used to be on…read moreManhattan Avenue. Very generous portions of maybe the best Polish food I've had in the area.

My wife and me recently visited Lingo Japanese Fusion restaurant at the recommendation of the hotel…read morewe stayed at last weekend. We were pleasantly surprised with the food quality, attentive service and cost! I'm a Japanese food fan and but Japanese fusion cuisine is new for me! It was absolutley incredible and I can't wait to go back while visiting Brooklyn New York in the future. The homemade tofu, wagyu steak and smoked ribs were off the chart delicious! I highly recommend you visit Lingo if you're in the Brooklyn New York area to taste and enjoy the food for yourself. Bon Appetite!

Food here was amazing!! I came with my girlfriends as a party of 3. The decor and ambiance were…read moreperfect and cozy for a dinner. Host and waitresses were friendly! We tried all 4 Otsumami Bites: - Kyoto Carrot (shareable) - Tokyo Negi Leek (shareable) - Tosaka-nori Seaweed (shareable) - Warm Homemade Tofu (better as an app for one person since it comes in a small bowl) Small Plates: - Hokkaido Milk Bread (so warm and fluffy!!! shareable for 3 people. Butter was delicious as well, I loved this also as an app) - Japanese Sweet Potato (I was surprised by how much I liked this! Shareable. The batter on this was SO DELICIOUS and nice and crunchy on the outside and nice and warm and sweet on the inside. Came with a dipping sauce that is also delicious without. If you're a fan of sweet potatoes this is it! - Steamed Clams Rayu (absolutely delicious as well & the sourdough bread was a great addition to soak up all the juices!) - Kinoko Gohan Mushroom Rice (wow i loved this rice too! The waitress brought this rice out with our large plates and it was PERFECT!) Large Plates: - Amadai Kasuzuke (the fish entree- cooked perfectly and marinated for 3 days they said, loved it!) - Lingo Beef Pie (the presentation on this dish was appealing with the rosemary in the middle as garnish! Also absolutely delicious and paired well with the mushroom rice! The beef was tender and gravy like underneath, not too salty) Desserts: - Tokyo Banana Sundae (well made and delicious if you like banana) - Sticky Toffee Pudding (the toffee sauce is yummy and soaked into the pudding nicely!) Would definitely come again to try other menu items! I'm a fan!

What a phenomenal shop, hands down. If this wasn't associated with the man, the myth, the legend,…read moreit'd still be a 5/5 no question. I got a Brazhoot of Happiness panini (the smaller option), and it was amazing. So much mozzarella, so much prosciutto, and the vinegar peppers balanced the taste so nicely. A little crunch, a little chewiness, some sour from the vinegar, and a lot of salt...what a combo. I also got an iced coffee drink, it was espresso poured over a coffee slush. Different phases of coffee and all of them were delicious. They make a mean espresso here, for real. Fantastic spot for great Italian deli food, definitely worth a visit!

Instagram brought me here and I couldn't wait to try the food. I had a few more places to go after…read morethis and didn't want to get too full, so I opted for a Caesar salad and a pistachio sfogliatella . Sabino was working the register and was incredibly friendly. Although I wanted to eat my sfogliatella later, he gave it to me first. It my first time ever having one and it was freaking delicious. It was warm and flaky with the perfect amount of pistachio filling. I def savored each bite and contemplated getting another one but ultimately decided not to. My salad came out shortly after and was better than I expected. The croutons were ginormous but also seasoned and worth each bite. The salad was tangy and had plenty of shredded Parmesan, which I loved! I got a chance to talk with Sabino a bit before he left. Because he had difficulty on the register, he gave me some later cookies which I thought was an incredibly nice gesture. I more than enjoyed my visit and already can't wait to come back! Things to note: it's pretty small inside so plan on either standing or getting it to go as there's only 3-4 stools to sit on.

Retro was recommended by a fellow Greenpointer. I came here for a mini birthday celebration of my…read moreFeb fab friends. Happy birthday to all the February people. Between the three of us, we ordered the borscht soup, Polish appetizer sampler, pork schnitzel, duck pierogies, and lastly a cheesecake to finish the night. I was stuffed mid-dinner but somehow the roasted potatoes kept luring me back in. Borscht soup (with mushroom dumplings) was nice and hot, great to settle my stomach that was feeling a bit off earlier in the day. Polish appetizer sampler is lovely to try a bit of everything. I really enjoyed the cabbage wrap. Duck pierogies was a first for me. Good portion sized, savory and not light on the meat. Pork schnitzel was nicely breaded, crispy and thin. The roasted potatoes on the side was so well-seasoned, no additional add-ons necessary. Cheesecake was decent, and the server delighted us with three little candles on top to celebrate. Unbeknownst to us, there's music on Friday evenings! Great mood uplifter. It was pleasant to have a guitarist playing live music, while we munch away.

Started with some Pierogi Ruskie (Potato & Cheese) and they were divine. Got them pan fried and the…read morecrust on them was so good, plus the lightly sweetened sour cream. Yum! For the main I got the Kotlet Schabowy (Pork Schnitzel) which was actually perfect. Super thin and very crispy, the potatoes were fresh and the egg on top was a nice touch. On the side was some Mizeria (cucumber salad) which was delish.

this is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Brooklyn. the black kale Caesar salad will change…read moreyour life. Service is always awesome and we're lucky to have a local establishment like five leaves. This is also an elite date spot. Start here and see where the night takes you.

This spot was a letdown. It's definitely one of those places where the food looks good on photos,…read morebut the flavor doesn't live up to the hype. I tried two of their popular dishes, the Moroccan scramble and ricotta pancakes, and while they were beautifully presented, they fell flat taste wise. I had to rely on hot sauce and pancake syrup to get through them. I finished my meal only because I hate wasting food; otherwise, it would have been left untouched. The space itself is very cozy, borderline uncomfortable. Seating is extremely tight, to the point where you're practically pressed up against strangers. If you're not okay with close quarters (and close scents), this might not be for you. It's a small place with bar seating and some outdoor tables, and when we came around 10:30am on a weekend, it was already packed. Expect a possible wait and a waitlist. Service was just okay, no real check ins and more of a quick, transactional feel, almost diner like. Overall, this place did not match what I envisioned. With so many great options in Brooklyn, I'd personally skip this one and try somewhere else.

I've had Madre bookmarked for a hot minute & I finally happened to be in Greenpoint which meant it…read morewas destiny haha. First & foremost, the interior of the restaurant itself is really nice. Second, all of the employees here were absolutely lovely including the waitress Francesca & the bartender HK. It was actually his second day there & you honestly couldn't tell at all- he was quite knowledgeable & helpful. Third, the food, drinks, & dessert were all fantastic- so five stars all around! I ordered the Formula One drink to start. It was strong & sweet without being overbearing. For dinner, I ordered the miso brussels & croquetas. Both were fantastic, especially the black truffle manchego croquetas. Believe in the hype- they're absolutely fantastic! Now, there is always room for dessert, & of course I got the soufflé. I don't know if the flavors for the soufflé rotate but I got a 70% dark chocolate soufflé with a fantastic ganache to match it. On top of that, I believe Francesca had also poured a caramel sauce (not 100% sure) & a scoop of vanilla ice cream to top it off. It was absolutely fantastic & a real treat. All in all, I'd definitely be back at Madre & look forward to trying more of their appetizers & entrees.

Special braised short ribs- melt off the bone! I enjoyed the sweet potato puree but nothing special…read more Croquetas - star or the show for us! Miso Brussels - good, a little sweet Moody lighting but cute place. Service was amicable.

Cute spot. Inconspicuous from the outside. Located next to a post office. When you walk in, you…read morestep in to a little store with japanese bowls and dishes on display. Order your food at the counter, then walk through the curtain to find a seat. Seating is first come first serve. The chicken karage bento box was delicious. The chicken had the perfect crispy texture. The mayo sauce on the chicken had a slight wasabi flavor. The bento box comes with salad, rice, and small appetizers. I also got a matcha latte. Great venue and overall experience.

Super cute shop and solid Japanese lunch options! I love that you can buy little ceramics in the…read moreshop out front. We got the chicken nanban and chicken karaage bentos. The bentos are a bit pricy, but the ingredients taste very fresh and not too heavy. I also got a matcha latte, which was decent. It can be hard to find a seat inside because there are people working on their laptops, but there is some outdoor seating in the back.