It's a vibe. Went here after going to Bathhouse during late night happy hour. They have $13 cocktails, $9 wine, $10 marg and nonna pizza. Tried the marg pizza and it was meh. But the truffle arugula fig pizza that was $21 was sooooo good. We should have eaten it second bc the marg pizza was not very good in comparison. Had to add honey for it to be edible. Loved the ambiance. We were outside and were moved under an umbrella when it started to sprinkle right next to the boat. Bathrooms smelled bad. But atleast they had one. My mimosa was just okay. Gave it 5 stars for ambiance and fig pizza. Pelligrino was $7 and tasted like toilet water. read more

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Ambiance is vibey, diverse & amazing & I'd recommend for group hangs & intimate catchups. It's Monday afternoon & very quiet & chill. The downside, they lured me in with promises of a $4 latte & no upcharge for oat milk but then charged me $1 extra for decaf ‍ Im not sure that's their policy or if someone just mixed up the price then covered their tracks. With $1 tip, my order was $6.44 so not exactly a deal. read more

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Very cute vibe but that was about it. Server and host was fine. Every other staff we came in contact with was rude or reluctant to help. It was busy and service was incredibly slow. Food menu sounded and looked pretty but was all very underwhelming and tasted rather bland. Pup food menu was a cute touch and outside patio seemed cute but I probably wouldn't come back here. read more

Clearly this was an off visit compared to what this place is probably like in good weather, when it's more of an open‑air drinking spot. We were in town over Thanksgiving weekend, and not many places were serving lunch, so this may not be a fully fair representation of the restaurant. It's a huge space, but there was only one server working. On the plus side, the burrata salad was excellent. Unfortunately, the slices of pepperoni pizza (at $7 each) were a complete miss - see photo. read more

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Fantastic happy hour going on right now in the winter season from M-F! $20 for an app + 2 drinks. My friend and I got the whipped ricotta toast (didn't know it came with prosciutto, figs and honey!). Exceeded our expectations, and it was perfect with the house red. There's also a self-service option to sit in the cafe and order from the bar, or to have a waiter in the greenhouse-looking section. The decor is so cute and cozy- a great space to warm up and chat read more

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The reviews here are fascinating! I had a very wonderful experience for my first time at Gran Torino. We were seated in a very nice little outdoor section with only two other tables. The food was quite good and came out very fast. Our server was very attentive and kind. My only note is that if you serve vegan dressings or condiments, the servers should know if they are nut-based. Though the restaurant is very specific about eating elsewhere if you have any heavy food allergies. But all in all, it was a very pleasant evening of great food! I'll definitely be back! read more

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Exploring Williamsburg and stopped in this place bc it was offering a reverse happy hour. Ordered the XXX martini, but it was too much of a dessert tasting martini. Friend was hungry and ordered a pizza, which was good and nicely priced, $10. Good place for a late night snack and drink for the reverse happy hour. read more

Gran Torino - Xxx martini - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

If weather was better, so much better for the outdoor space and cute. Kind of confused where to check in for reservations and my friend and I were waiting in different areas for 10 minutes not realizing we were both there. Seemed kind of unorganized in that way. I would say the spicy cucumber margarita was the best part, with a pitcher serving about 7-8 drinks which was a steal for the price-could be a bit more spicier/strong but v refreshing. The food was average, the chicken soup was good especially for the rainy weather. The pasta left something to be desired, potentially if a protein like chicken or something could be added but it felt a little doused in sauce so less could be better. read more

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Gran Torino is located on a bustling corner in Brooklyn. It's a huge space for being smack dab in Brooklyn. They have a patio, a bar area, a smaller dining room, a larger dining room with another dining room off to the side, and even a basement. This place is huge! With so many different rooms with so many different vibes, I'd imagine this to be a great place for a night out or hosting a private event. The interior design was cool too with disco balls, retro Italian inspired decor, and even a pool table and stage in the main dining area. While the vibe was great, I wasn't impressed by the food. The burger my sister ordered left much to be desired and looked like it could've come from a hotel kitchen. Just mediocre. I got a side of potatoes which were not very flavorful and came with a weird, watery sauce that none of us could place what flavor it was. Judging by the other reviews, people seem to enjoy the food so maybe we came on an off day or just didn't order the right things? The coffee was fairly solid and they appeared to have some natural wines available in the bar area. If I were in the area again, I'd pop in for a coffee or happy hour but probably would stay away from the food. I liked the vibe enough that I wouldn't stay away but I'm also not rushing back. read more

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Fantastic vibe. Outdoor seating is unmatched and completely saves this place. Food is good but overpriced. But the service is absolutely terrible. Long times between seeing a server and when you do they avoid eye contact due to being too busy. Servers are always super nice so they must be understaffed? Also had a strange interaction with host when they wouldn't let us move inside when it started raining (empty restaurant, plenty of tables). read more

Had a great experience at Gran Torino when looking for a dog friendly place on a Friday in December. Friendly staff, great chicken schnitzel sammie and hot chocolate and oat milk isn't extra if you want it in your coffee! I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area? read more

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First, let's all just agree that this is the most beautiful açaí bowl ever. Unfortunately it was kind of room temperature which made it not as delicious as it could've been. Overall the restaurant is pretty fun. I had one of the watermelon coolers (I think that's what it was called) and I was DELICIOUS. 10/10 mocktail! read more

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I've never been to an establishment that literally hates the customer. I've never been to a restaurant that goes out of their way to make you feel unwelcome and uncomfortable. The management has so many weird rules and are beyond rude. I really hope this place changes ownership/management because the space is so nice and has great energy but the staff immediately ruins that vibe. read more

Enjoyed the ambiance. Good music and wide assortment of drinks. We had the frozen marg and lychee martini. Had the pizza margarita - it was fine too. I would improve the service. Had to constantly look for help and the bartenders weren't really friendly either read more

Gran Torino - Lychee martini, frozen margarita - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

Came here expecting a good experience, but unfortunately the customer service really missed the mark. The staff came across as cold and unwelcoming, and when our table needed one extra chair, they refused to provide one despite there being plenty available nearby. The drinks were decent, but the lack of hospitality made the overall experience disappointing. Probably wouldn't return based on the service alone. read more

very expensive service was great! drinks were yummy. my friends got apps and liked them a lot. definitely want to go back for their late happy hour. read more

Horrible service and staff. The person greeting at the door was a beyond rude hostess. Middle Aged Latina woman. She asked for my party size and said we would have to wait outside in the rain instead of inside because there was "no space inside". One of my party guest asked for the bathroom as we waited to be sat and she said "the bathroom was only for paying customers only". her eye physically twitched as I replied "we are waiting to be sat like you told us to wait we are customers..." I picked up and left I'm not about to deal with this level of stupidity and ignorance. God bless the staff because I'd hate to work with someone like her. Ambiance was mid and based on other reviews on other apps the food seems mid as well. This is also not the only review about rude service within this month! read more

I love this place -- this was my second trip there, went with a friend looking for a burger and a beer and oh boy were we satisfied. It's an almost sprawling restaurant/bar with different rooms having very different feels -- we were in a room with a pool table, dim lights, and good music. Service is fantastic and fast, and whereas they denied my request for cheese fries, the alternative truffle fries were a delicious complement to an incredible burger and I left with no complaints. For context, I always ask for cheese fries if I'm at a place that ~might~ have them, and whereas I was initially disappointed, the end result of this was some bangin' truffle fries so I tip my cap to you, Gran Torino. I'll be back. read more

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Came by for a late brunch with my dad when we were in the area. No reservation & was able to walk right in. The place is huge for Williamsburg, so many different areas to eat in. Inside & outside, we ended up in the room with the pool table but it still felt restaurant-y & not like a bar. For food we ordered the Eggplant Parmigiana Bites to start. Devoured this, so good! The sauce had depth & the eggplant itself was fried perfectly. Definitely a need to order. The pizza menu was good, a mix of traditional & new age interesting. We went with the Salsiccia; it had pork sausage, scallions, ricotta, mozzarella & parmigiano reggiano. The sausage had a great spice to it & the scallions gave such a great onion like flavor. Might be one of my favorite pizza's I've had in awhile. Little hiccup, we did ask our waiter if this was a white pizza or if it had sauce & he did say that it had a red sauce on it so my dad was a little dissatisfied but I loved it! Great spot to come with friends or out of towners! read more

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Wow the aesthetics here are so beautiful! Such a beautiful green room style dinning area that can be occupied in the colder months too! The service was quick and our server answered all our questions. The food was okay. We ordered a mushroom pizza and it was lacking a bit of flavor but still good. Generally Parmesan is a strong flavor but honestly that's all I could taste on the pizza. I would definitely go back and try something else. read more

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Great vibe for nice weather! A huge fun space. The risotto was a bit watery for the price and my friend's vegetarian burger was slightly undercooked, so definitely more of a fun drinks and apps place. read more

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Went to Gran Torino for the first time on a rainy Saturday at 2pm so no wait. We didn't know they were still serving brunch until 4pm so we got a margarita pizza and house salad with chicken to share. I also ordered a matcha with oat milk which actually saved my life (it was sooooo good and only $4). The ambiance in the greenhouse room was nice and cozy lots of plants. The service was good, attentive server. Only 4 stars because the salad was pretty expensive for what it was ! But overall good experience read more

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Beautiful restaurant and great customer service. Terrible food. I ordered 2 slice of pizza because I needed something for lunch and it was the first pizza I couldn't finish. It was a struggle to chew on the cheese and after walking 3 min to my friend's place the food was cold so I warm it up in the microwave and the cheese became impossible to chew. Had to throw the second one away. read more

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My first time here admittedly did not go great, but Ana with the restaurant was incredibly kind and helpful and invited my partner and I back, and our second time was so great!! I love the ambiance of the outdoor areas and the happy hour late-evening deals seem like an absolute steal!! I got the mushroom risotto the second time and it was great. Will definitely be going back, and thank you Ana for your help and attentive service! read more

Came here on Sunday night late around 10:30pm. Here's a few things I like about this place: late happy hour, vegan options, and decor/setup of place. Drinks were good. For food: got classic burger & beyond meat burger which were both good. Only thing I didn't like was the crispy potato due to it being so hot (basically burned my mouth). That needs to be cooled down before you eat it. For late night place, I'd definitely revisit for happy hour. Lots to choose from the menu late at night. Only gave 4 stars because I didn't try any appetizers to give full review. Service was also good BUT it was slow for the day/time I went so consider that. read more

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This place has become one of my go to spots for dinner and drinks. Everyone who works here is always on top of everything they come around often and check if we need anything else. The place is very clean and we love all the plants they have. Each room has a different vibe to it which is really cool. The food and drinks are always great we have been here a few times and the quality has never changed. We got the fried calamari 10/10 crunchy, hot, and fresh not over breaded and perfect texture the marinara is perfect. Also got the eggplant bites omg you need to try these they are perfection I have never had eggplant that has tasted so good it's savory and bold in flavor 10/10. Also got the fig pizza so so good we never tried it before and the speck with the honey and fig all went together really well. Each bit was a different experience 10/10. For dessert we got the tiramisu very good as well you can actually taste the espresso like a true tiramisu 10/10. For drinks we got the hibiscus margarita and a mezcal margarita both great as well! read more

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The place is so much fun, unfortunately its extremely understaffed. We waited at least 10 to 12 minutes to get water. The food was good and we enjoyed sitting in the greenhouse with the great weather. Would love to go back but they need to staff better. read more

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Stopped in with a friend for a mid-day pick-me-up. The cutest, most quirky little spot in a pool of cookie cutter shops! Amazing, super close to the water and subway, and the caramel latte was delicious! Great service. read more

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AÇAÍ BOWL FOR THE WIN great ambiance, great drinks and coffee, accommodating service. Service is a bit slow sometimes but I usually go solo to the bar and am helped quickly. I wish they allowed laptops during the weekends and after 4pm but the policy is understandable. Love this spot, I come here all the time. Can't wait to check out the pool table sometime at night with my friends. read more

Gran Torino - Açaí bowl to go - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

Good place to come with a big group, but the food is nothing special. The atmosphere is great, especially on a warm summer day. They also have drink pitchers which are fun to share with friends. Most of the food is good, but nothing to rave home about. There were a few disappointing dishes, like the quinoa bowl and fish tacos. Servers were really attentive and got everything right with our large party, so shout out to them. read more

This review is simply based on cocktails, not food: I went in at around 6:30 on a Wednesday. It was not very crowded so I had plenty of spots to choose from. Their happy hour starts at 10 so the drinks were regularly-priced. I got the XXX martini and an espresso martini. They weren't bad, but I've definitely had better elsewhere. 3/5 stars strictly based on drinks. I bumped it up to 4/5 stars because the environment was cute and fun. Bonus star for ~cute and fun~. read more

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Visited here on Saturday afternoon by myself with a dog. They sometimes have a long line during a peak time (~6-8pm). Went at 4pm to avoid the peak time. Pretty low key italian place. They have indoor and outdoor (not on the street. They have an outdoor space on premises). Dogs are allowed in both indoor and outdoor. Just be really careful if you are bringing dog. They might find some foods on the ground/floor. They have a small cafe. A small convinient store and large dining area. Ordered two slices of pizza and coffe. Price is pretty reasonable for the quality. Enjoyed pizza and coffee. They serve various beers and wines. This restaurant is pretty good for solo or group. The outdoor space is definitely good for group hangout. read more

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Super cute location with amazing aesthetic- every room is very cute and coordinated. Went just for drinks but loved the vibe and would come back read more

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I've tried this place three different times in hopes that I could have a good experience since they have a great ambiance and is centrally located. Unfortunately Gran Torino is truly just a tourist trap. Food is exceptionally and consistently mediocre and as for the drinks... yikes. Came here one last time a couple weeks ago, and in our group of 5 not a single person was able to finish the drinks we ordered. This place has so much potential, but poorly executed. The hosts / hostesses are always friendly, but beyond that, and the great scenery they've crafted, there is no reason to come back. read more

Went with a group for a birthday. With the hostess' permission we moved from standing table to a table in the corner. The owner was insanely drunk and kicked us out for moving. He was rambling you don't know how a restaurant works and was behaving extremely unprofessional. Half of the staff looked embarrassed at his behavior and we immediately got out of there. read more

Love the vibes there! Great for happy hour or brunch and could see it being very fun at night. Good drink selection and friendly staff.

Terrible, went in for an iced coffee and literally worst iced coffee we ever had. Some container with old and stale coffee. You should have seen the color, disgusting, we threw it out. Have fresh things on hand. we won't be back. read more

This was a big, fun restaurant that was good to go to for my birthday dinner. Their outdoor space is definitely the pull to this place. Our service was pretty bad throughout the night unfortunately -- we were a group of 9 or so but we were calm so not sure why. The food was mediocre all around I'd say, but the drinks were good! I think I would return to try some new things and just enjoy the space, but definitely not the best restaurant in Williamsburg. read more

Awful experience. Got kicked out by the drunk owner for changing tables. Would absolutely not recommend this spot, there are so many better options in the area. read more

I was out and about Friday night, the sweet hint of summer energy in the air. Gran Torino has a to-go drinks window, which I happily joined. I ordered a spicy cucumber margarita, and wow was it what I wanted. The perfect mix of spicy and fresh - no cheap mixer being used here. I would definitely come back for more margaritas. read more

Gran Torino - Spicy Cucumber Margarita - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York