This was hands down the best BBQ I have had in NYC. I don't normally love brisket and this was…read moreamazing. The star of the show were the sides though - the mac and cheese had a bit of spice to it and was slightly tomato based, and the mashed potato salad I LITERALLY wrote home about and told my mom and my aunt immediately, some of the best I've ever had. We got the brisket, the pulled pork, mac and cheese, potato salad, and cole slaw.

huge miss on this sandwich. not only was it dry (the cardinal sin of meat) but it was also cold. i…read morewatched the guy pull it out of a parchment paper and chop it up in front of me and the toss a few onions on a very dry bun (like actually flavorless). only thing that saved it was an ample squirt of sauce. the seating outside has a yellow jacket that kept attacking me (which isn't their fault, but a huge mood killer). server recommended this to me to be their "best" and i was let down. overall dry food, bad vibes.

After watching a World Cup match a few picnic tables away, we wandered over to Route 66 for…read moredinner--and I'm already hoping we'll be back. Like many restaurants on Stone Street, the outdoor seating is made up of large communal picnic tables surrounded by TVs, making it a fun place to catch a game. The atmosphere is lively, especially during major sporting events, so if you're bringing a small pup, I'd recommend keeping them in a carrier while walking through the crowds or tucked safely under the table once you're seated. Unlike some nearby restaurants, the staff immediately brought me a fresh water bowl without us having to ask. That simple gesture always makes me feel welcome. Mom ordered the fried chicken, and wow...the portion was enormous! Three crispy pieces of chicken served with cornbread. Honestly, it may have been the best fried chicken she's had in Manhattan. Naturally, I was lucky enough to receive a few bites under the table, and I can confirm it was delicious. The cornbread was another standout--served with hot honey, although it was so good it easily stood on its own. Dad ordered the pulled pork...which looked fantastic. Unfortunately, he decided sharing wasn't part of the meal plan because he cleaned his plate before I could negotiate a sample. Between the welcoming staff, generous portions, and excellent comfort food, Route 66 is an easy place to recommend if you're spending time on Stone Street. Dogba's Verdict If your humans are craving BBQ or incredible fried chicken after a day exploring FiDi, Route 66 is a great stop. I got a warm welcome, a fresh water bowl, and just enough fried chicken to convince me we should come back soon. Dad still owes me some pulled pork next time. 4 paws up! Pup Perks * Dogs Welcome Outside * Water Bowl Provided * No Dog Menu * TVs Throughout Outdoor Seating * Great for Watching Sporting Events * Large Outdoor Picnic Tables * Small Dogs: Carrier or Under the Table Recommended During Busy Times * Excellent Comfort Food * Great People Watching

Walking distance from Battery Park, that's how we ended up at Route 66…read more Upon entering, the place was warm and the staff were welcoming. We were seated in what I call a tall booth. The seats were weird though. They were tall enough where you can't reach the ground, yet the depth and slight incline of the bench left me feeling that I was going to slide out of the seat. We ordered a bucket of chicken tenders with fries along with Mac and cheese. The food was average at best and was lacking seasoning / flavor. The chicken tenders were more like sliced chicken...they were thin pieces - and they needed salt. The Mac and cheese was also lacking salt. With the Mac and cheese, there was something missing along with the salt, but I couldn't place what was missing - I wasn't a fan. The restaurant itself is a fun place. They gave games, good music and there's some good people watching. The place wasn't bad - it just didn't wow me at all.

I mean there's a reason they've been around as long as they have. This is old school jewish deli…read morelove in the best way possible. I asked for their advice on what kind of lox to order and they cut me a healthy slice to try of each. And the lox is to die for. The nova is the classic, but also got some gravlax and the pastrami lox. All had their unique flavors that were distinctly different. Amazing! And yes ~$60/pound is expensive, but it's artisan, hand carved and they even cut out the little bit of blood line so every bit is perfect. It's worth the splurge every once in a while. I will say though the bagels there were just meh unfortunately. Kinda average and on this day below average if you ask me. So ideal...get your bagel somewhere else like Bagel Pub or Utopia and then get your lox here!

The line was long, but honestly... it was worth the wait…read more You can tell the staff take their time here. No rushing, no throwing things together just to get you out the door, they're clearly making sure your order is done right. The lox was really good, and the pickled herring with onion and cream sauce? That hit the spot. I just wished the sable was a little richer and fattier. All in all, a very satisfying experience. Long line, but at least there's good food waiting at the end of it.

JP didn't just run the bar at the beer hall. He made the whole afternoon. We had a big group,…read morefamilies, kids, grandparents, the whole mix. It was a full afternoon of food and drinks, and the kind of event where a lot of moving pieces have to come together for it to actually work. JP was the reason it worked. What stood out most wasn't the drinks. It was the kids. There were a lot of them, running around, excited, in the middle of everything. JP knew every single one of them by name before the afternoon was half over. Not in a performative way. He just made a point to learn who they were and made them feel like they belonged there as much as anyone else. He was checking in on them, getting them what they needed, keeping them engaged. Parents noticed. Everyone noticed. Beyond the kids, he was everywhere. Anticipating what people needed before they asked. Moving fast without ever seeming rushed. Making sure nobody was waiting, nobody was forgotten, and everybody was having a good time. The food, the drinks, the whole flow of the afternoon, it all ran smoothly because JP was paying attention to all of it. My sister-in-law's celebration was exactly what it was supposed to be. A big part of that is JP. If you are booking an event here, request him specifically. You will not regret it.​​​​​​​​​​​​

Super fun spot to watch a big game! They have a bunch of TVs and major game day specials, such as…read more$25 for 20 wings! Food was a little slow, and the wings were a tad dry, but still so fun!! Lively adult vibe perfect to cheer on the Knicks!

We went to Kanoon for my mom's birthday and we had a wonderful time. They did a little show in the…read morekitchen area which was really fun. The presentation of the food was excellent as well with a smoke show. The food was incredible too. I followed the reviews and got the smoked chicken which was a great choice. We also got the ribs and brisket. I definitely liked the brisket more than the ribs in case you are looking to make a choice. I got their special fries and I absolutely loved them. They were so lemony and garlicky. They have sauces that they serve with the food and some that are on the table as well. I think the sauces are definitely necessary. The meat is delicious but mildly seasoned. I live a bit far and I loved the food so much that I got brisket and smoked chicken to go as well. The brisket makes such an amazing sandwich with some sriracha aioli and cheese. The service was excellent throughout. We were seated immediately and everything was taken care of efficiently.

We have been dying to make it here and so glad we did finally! There is a small parking lot to the…read moreside of the restaurant otherwise it's street parking (all free parking). We arrived on a Saturday the place was absolutely packed but we were seated within about 5 minutes. We were seated right near the smokers and it was so cool to watch them prepare each dish. The presentation here is phenomenal as is the quality of all the meat here. A fresh salad with oil was brought complimentary to the table and it was delicious. We ordered the Buffalo smoked chicken wings and Baba-Ghanoj for appetizers. The chicken wings were so tender that as you picked them up the meat literally fell off the bone! The sauce was subtle but had a nice Buffalo kick at the end. The baba-ghanoj was served cold and was perfect with a little sprinkle of salt. The fresh pitas paired perfectly with it. I'm glad I did my research on this spot as everyone recommended the fresh mint lemonade. Wow amazing and refreshing I love that it came out as a slushy like consistency. I could easily drink them all day and they're probably amazing to eat outside in the warmer months and enjoy. We each ordered the meat platters in 1lb portions which are served with fresh smoked rice that is so good and filling. I wanted the beef shank but sadly they were out and ordered the smoked beef short rib. They served everything on a platter for us which the presentation I must say is outstanding . My boyfriend ordered the smoked brisket and it was so tender and flavorful he kept saying "it's terrible you won't like it because he didn't want to share it at all LOL". We had no room for dessert but I cannot wait to return for our next dinner date night! I would definitely give it 4/5 stars. Nothing was terrible the only complaints I had is once we were seated and our order was taken our server asked if we want appetizers first which we said yes and everything came out at once. Which is fine not terrible just our table was packed and hard to eat. Additionally once our food came out it was hard to get anyone's attention for more drinks but it was no too much of an issue that it ruined the night as they were definitely way too busy and seemed to be short staffed. I definitely want to return and check out the rest of their menu. I highly recommend making the trip to Kanoon!

We decided to try this place. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The hostesses were polite and…read morehelpful. The menu is easy to read and understand. We ordered the brisket, it was cooked to perfection, the side dishes included salad, rice and mashed potatoes. Food tasted great. Next time we are in town we will come back and try something different from the menu.

Paterson, NJ - like many patrons, my husband came across this place via their tantalizing Instagram…read moreposts and urged us to go. They were busy at dinner time on a Sunday night. As many reviewers mentioned, no one bothered to acknowledge us when we arrived, so I flagged down a waitress who said we could sit whenever we want. We chose to sit in the airier covered outdoor area (which isn't exposed to the elements so is perfectly temperate even in cold weather). There were no instructions on how to order either - this seems like a basic customer service fail: is it that hard to slap up signage explaining 1-2-3, or for someone (anyone!) to greet you and ask if this is your first time here and walk you through the process? Anyway, I'm glad I read the reviews and checked out what we wanted to order beforehand, and asked questions at the cashier. Sure, it's not that hard, but one really shouldn't have to actively track down multiple staff for directions on where to go or how to order at a restaurant. The deal is: decide which meat(s) you want from the poster (there is no menu), place your order (sold by the pound) with the cashier, pay, go to your table, and a server will bring the food to you when it's ready. The meat is (at current writing) $45/lb with unlimited sides and soft drinks. We ordered 1 lb each of beef brisket and lamb shank (1 lb = 2 shanks), which was the perfect amount of food for us 2 hungry adults, 2 teens of modest appetite, and a toddler of negligible appetite. The meat is simply seasoned (Arab bbq style) and came out lukewarm, but is off-the-bone tender and we enjoyed them with the variety of sauces. There are four types of sides: cucumber & tomato salad (good), spring mix, saffron rice (fine but my toddler loved this), and mashed potatoes (bland). It is a well-balanced meal, not too heavy. The chefs are friendly and we watched one film a demo almost certainly for social media. He even let us taste some of what he was seasoning, though there were no pyrotechnics as I had hoped from seeing some of the reels. The service wasn't bad - not terribly proactive but not non-existent either, and we always received what we requested. They could do better with customer guidance, but now that I know what's up I'd come back for the food and would like to try some other meats next time. Meat Moot has many franchises across the Middle East and Turkey, and NJ is one of only 3 locations in the US (the other 2 being in the Midwest). Street parking only.

Yum! The food is so fresh and delicious! It has the real smoke house flavor you can not get…read moreanywhere else!

So this is what $40 Of brisket gets you…read more I thought this was a joke Food isn't bad not the best but for the pricing I definitely expected much more

This place is mainly for the outdoor atmosphere. Food is mediocre, more for corporate lunch or…read moredinner expense charges. Best for drinks, not for dinner. Service is good.

This place ruined my day. Went for brunch with some old friends. But they "currently do not have…read morebrunch." Ok, I'm sure they have their reasons. Still honor the bottomless drinks. Awesome! Only mimosas and select beer. Ok! Fine. Mimosas are orange juice and a splash of bubbly. Gotta drink 30 to get a slight buzz. Food was mediocre. Fries were good. Cue to headache, disappointment and feeling like i got fleeced

I've had many BBQ experiences across the states. This is by far the worst one with the driest meat…read morethat my party and I have ever tasted. Granted - we hope it was because we ordered this for delivery and that the flavor and texture changed somehow somewhere during transport. We had the brisket, pulled pork, and mac & cheese. Both of the meats were dry to the point I had to stop eating within a few bites. The mac & cheese was the better dish but it was still soupy with not a lot of macaroni in it. If I wanted to order a soup, I would have ordered a soup. Overall, it was a disappointing experience. I'll stick to Fette Sau in Williamsburg.

Went here about a week ago. A little hidden away not on the main street. For anyone looking for…read morethis place look for the parking lot and sign in front of it. First off the customer service here was beyond anything I've encountered in recent memory. They're new and want to make an impression I'm sure - and it shows. Everybody made sure that we were well taken care of and everything was to our liking. We had the pork belly, gochujang wings, brisket and some drinks. Everything was great, quick to order, and delicious. Another reviewer said the gochujang wings were too spicy... Now granted I can handle my spices but I can genuinely say they were not too hot to handle at all - if you like spice. Less than habanero and more than jalapeño for reference. Games area was fun and cute and free. Nice place, good location in Astoria, great food, games and EXCEPTIONAL customer service. Hope to see more from them!