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    Gertrude's

    3.9 (93 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Potato knish
    Ang M.

    This place screams cute Brooklyn neighborhood resto! They have a nice outdoor area and cute bar seating. Stop in for a great oyster happy hour. And they offer their martini cheaper too. Get the knish. So yummy. We also split the dorade which was fresh and light on a hot humid night.

    gertrude's Burger and Latkes and fries, an incredible combo
    Raia S.

    I've been wanting to try this spot for ages, and finally decided to get delivery when I was craving a burger. Gertrude's burger was delicious, I think I'd even get it with just the latkes next time because the pairing was incredible! The meat was perfectly medium rare, well-seasoned, and the sauce was tangy (but definitely don't be too-heavy-handed with it). The latkes were fluffy and a little crispy and the roe on top with the sauce was delicious. I thought the salad was a tad over-dressed and got soggy quickly, and the pickles were a nice crunchy fresh addition to the burger but not essential. The cake was soo sweet, very rich icing, really good but as someone without a sweet tooth it was intense. I think the standout for me were the burger and latkes, I'd definitely go there in-person next time because the outdoor seating looked very cute!

    Gertrude's exterior/outdoor seating
    Fawn G.

    In the past, my search for Jewish cuisine was limited. There were a few gems: Blue Ribbon in Park Slope whose Matzoh Ball soup was absolutely delicious, Katz Delicatessen's turkey sandwiches and Russ and Daughters lox. Then, I found Gertie's in Williamsburg which was Jew-ish heaven offering my favorite Chopped Cheese and Veggie sandwich, rugelach, chopped liver, generous portions of glorious food. Gertie's led to Gertrude's now celebrating their second anniversary. Well, count me in the celebration. Gertrude's menu is small and to the point; offering Jewish cooking at its best: latkes, crispy roasted chicken in pickle brine (dinner menu) a burger with a special sauce. The chill vibe starts from the outdoor seating to the interior. The small and cozy bar is a great place to dine as well as the booths. My friend Sharon and I chose Sunday brunch because it's a great way to start a Sunday, especially on lazy summer afternoons. We arrived to a packed house and our server, Vi, offered iced water and lemons. We decided to share the Latkes "Bar"appetizer with sides of Creme Fraiche, syrup and roasted apples. Sorry to say this was a huge disappointment: the size of the three latkes were equivalent to silver dollars. The sides were delicious but not enough to make up for the minuscule portion. Sharon's Brunch salad consisted of salmon salad, soft boiled egg, red onions, fried capers and greens in a champagne vinaigrette. She enjoyed it immensely. My Veggie Omelette consisted of caramelized onions, peppers, and Cheddar cheese with delicious breakfast potatoes. I tried the phony Negroni.cocktail and it was surprisingly delicious and did kick me into a Sunday groove. Gertrude's brunch menu offers Reuben Burger, Babka French Toast and Brisket Hash. The service was extremely courteous, accommodating and professional. I did recognize staff from Gertie's who now work here which is great. I will come back for their dinner, the crispy chicken looks delicious. However, I hope the portions are a bit more generous. I have to say it, big sister Gertrude needs to learn from little sister Gertie's. Sunday Brunch is from 9:30-3 then dinner is served from 5-10pm Gertrude's is located on 605 Carlton Avenue

    Latkes with apple, crème Fraiche and syrup
    Sharon W.

    Really lovely brunch here today. We started with potato latkes with apple, crème fraîche and syrup, which was the perfect prelude to our meals. Wanting to eat healthy, I indulged in the brunch salad which included lettuce, hard boiled eggs, smatterings of salmon salad all drenched in a really delicious vinegar forward dressing. Fawn had the vegetarian omelette with home fries which looked divine. It made me wish I ordered that too! Service was lovely and attentive without being intrusive and the restaurant felt very homey and comfortable. I totally enjoyed myself at Gertrude's today and look forward to trying the omelette or challah French toast next visit.

    Dayo E.

    Updating my precious Gertrude's review as I last came here for brunch. Came for dinner this time and I definitely agree with my previous rating. When you charge for bread it better be good and it definitely was. We also had a couple of drinks which were quite nice and refreshing. The house spritz and a celeri. We had one of the specials of the day, the trout with a refreshing salad and the Gertrude's burger with fries. The trout was really good and the salad was quite excellent. The burger was quite a solid burger and if you're not sure what to get, it's a good choice as it's quite good. Better than a lot of places but this isn't a burger joint so can't expect it to get there. Very good juicy solid medium burger. Service was quite nice and we ate outside cuz the weather was wonderful. Great for people watching. Will be back.

    Smoked Trout Nicoise
    Helene S.

    Walked through Prospect Heights to have a late dinner with family at Gertrude's. Lucky to get a table for three on a Thursday night without a reservation. Cute intimate restaurant. We had two small tables pushed together for our party of three which was perfect. My daughter and I shared the daily spaetzle special and the smoked fish nicoise. The smoked trout was served on a bed of romaine with wax beans, potatoes, a soft boiled egg, black olives and confit tomatoes. So good. The spaetzle was warm and tasty. Perfect share for a late dinner. My husband devoured his burger. Substituted the fries for three latkes which were crispy on the outside and warm on the middle. Almost like a thick hash brown cake. Definitely worth the $6 upgrade. Service was great. Water glasses were constantly refilled. Our bench seating was cozy without feeling crowded. A cute restaurant tucked into a nice Brooklyn neighborhood.

    Brisket Hash and Pickle Plate
    Courtney S.

    Gertrude's is a good neighborhood staple. There always appears to be a wait but am usually able to get bar seating or a table for two as a walk in for dinner or brunch. The drinks are good. Their Borscht Bloody uses beets and had a nice spice if you want to try something different. You also can't go wrong with a Dirty Gertie. The Big Nosh is my favorite for brunch. I love a good whitefish and the latkes are good. I'm actually anti onions but am down to pick out each and every tiny chopped red onions of the whitefish just to enjoy it. I'd recommend getting the pickle plate with it for an even more perfect bite(s). For dinner don't pass on the latkes appetizer. They're topped with a very generous portion of roe. Such a good ratio of latkes, Crème fraiche and roe. My husband will usually do the burger and I try the spatzeal. I think the spatzeal is a special because it's always prepared in a unique way so ask about it!

    Babka French toast
    Elizabeth L.

    This brunch spot is so perfect! The vibes are immaculate and the food is top notch. The prices are decent for the portion size and quality of food you are getting. The staff was super friendly, they were a little busy and missed our coffee orders but they corrected it and took the coffees off our bill (which was so nice they didn't have to do that) The brunch salad was so yummy! It is definitely fishy so if you don't like that smoked fish taste then don't get this. The omelette was fluffy and seasoned to perfection The star of the show was the babka French toast, it came out piping hot with fresh strawberries. It is a must get Another must get is the home fries or breakfast potatoes. They are so perfect with onions and peppers. It's crispy and fried to perfection- I'm still thinking about them

    Mamdani, of you want to make the city more affordable, call this place out!

    I don't know what's "reasonable"about a plate of 3 latkes for $22. Maybe I was paying for the salmon roe or the overstaff. They were rather salty (not because of the salmon roe) and each the thickness of a short stack of quarters. Had I looked at the menu more closely, maybe I would have not ordered them, but who in their right mind imagines 3 minuscule latkes (which are mostly potato, as you may know) for $22 (plus tip)? The staff was efficient and remote. Maybe this is a good thing; had they been warmer, I would have inquired how three latkes the size of a tiny hockey puck warranted a $22 tab (not including tax and tip.) Did I mention they were a bit raw in the middle? And kinda salty. But not peppery. In the end, those three little latkes were $28.58, or $9.53 per latke. There are photos here kf the latkes - they appear much larger, and 4 to a plate. The posted menu shows them at $21. So they raised the price of the latkes, reduced the number you get, and made them smaller. I guess there's a class in culinary school which explains why you should do this. I wonder if Carmy would ever pull a stunt like this and still be able to don his toque the next day. I used to work in a restaurant, so I know margins are slim. So maybe this is the item that keeps the restaurant afloat. $9.53 latkes. $10 if you round it to the nearest dollar, so a $10 latke. I'm glad we elected a mayor who pledged to make the city more affordable. Maybe the latkes will only be $9 in the future. Each. There is a zero percent chance that I will return.

    The Big Nosh
    Lisa E.

    We loved our Saturday Brunch at gertrude's..a nice menu of something for everyone.. a nice walk from the BBG where we caught the Cherry's in full bloom on a late April weekend. We had a 2pm reservation, lots of folks waiting so we were happy to sit out side in the overhead heated street shed..esp because the inside seemed a bit "cozy" & it was a warm day. Excellent service, food beautifully displayed with lots of herbs & garnish etc Relish Tray was nice, could have had a bit more on it for the 20/$ price..** note on the Brunch menu it says 17 but comes up 20 on the bill. The winner can be the Big Shot..coupled with another side or two, this is a prefect dish to share amongst yourselves. Coffee is delicious & refillable.

    Priscilla F.

    I came here for brunch on a Saturday with a friend. The space inside is very tight, which normally is whatever but it had been raining all day, so it made things a little uncomfortable. I ordered the Best Bialy, but had them put it on an everything bagel. I also ordered the House Salad. My friend had the burger. The food was fantastic. The bagel is served open faced and it's a huge portion. The vinaigrette on the salad was super tasty; it made the dish taste very bright and fresh. I had some of my friend's fries, which were also good. They are the thin and crispy type, which I love. I also had a glass of the Muscadet, which was good and my friend had a glass of the orange wine. Total bill was well under $100, which I thought was very reasonable for two meals that included wine. I will be back!

    Latkes with roe
    Cristina D.

    Omg Gertrude's--you have a place in my latke loving heart let me tell you! It's a really adorable place with super cute decor and very cozy atmosphere. Absolutely perfect with a cute date night or a fun brunch with the girls! My only recommendation? Get there EARLY or get a reservation because this place fills up very fast and there's not a LOT of seating. That said once you get there, make sure you order the Latkes--they are absolutely delish and I was savoring every bite! I especially liked the fresh flavor of the roe and the break in the strong flavors with the cream. This was a textural delight. I also loved the bacon egg and cheese with the beef salami--the beef salami is an extra (and I now know NECESSARY) charge. All the food was awesome! I did have to split everything with my husband though because the portions are really generous, which is great because things here are not exactly cheap. The service was also wonderful and the staff was very nice, attentive, and generally well balanced in the number of times they came to check in. Overall I really enjoyed brunch here! I can't wait to come back and try it for dinner another time too!

    Catherine L.

    This place is divine in every way. From the food to the vibe to the way the staff treated all of us, it's sure to win you over. We had the big leafy salad, the seared cabbage with cashew cream entree, roast chicken and the latkes with roe. It's clear the chef loves what he does because the food is the star of the show. The staff was mindful of any dietary restrictions we had, and were kind, helpful and professional. Thanks so much Gertrude's!!!

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    Absolutely delicious food and beautiful atmosphere! Cosy and inviting neighborhood spot with great service. definitely will be back

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    Best martini spot around! Small little restaurant that excels in what they do! Highly recommend getting a reservation and trying the frites!

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