Came here on a Sunday evening. They had indoor and outdoor seating with either socially distanced tables or plexiglass in between. The menu is pretty extensive allowing something for everyone. We wanted to order a bottle of wine and asked for recommendations for a not dry, closer to sweet red wine. The waiter said he couldn't think of anything that fit that and brought some of their house sangria to try. It was obviously too sweet so we picked a bottle on our own and they allowed us to try it and it was good. I hit the mushroom ravioli appetizer and my date got the West Indian spiced bbq shrimp. The ravioli was a little salty but it kinda worked. The shrimp was good but I wouldn't call it West Indian spiced. For main dish I got the NY strip with sun dried tomatoes topping. It was SMOTHERED and I was not expecting that for what should be a good cut of meat. It was good but lacked what you expect from a New York strip. I also got the truffle fries which were good and abundant. My date got the veal chop lemonese which was very crispy but very thin. We finished with the tiramisu which was good. All and all it was ok but priced at a higher quality than was provided. read more

Henry's End - Tiramisu - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

KenScale: 8.0/10 My wife Jun and I go on a double date from time to time with my former co-worker and her husband (an avid foodie) to check out new restaurants. Ever since the couple had a baby, it has become a bit more challenging to find a place that could work for the next restaurant trips. The couple lives in Brooklyn Heights so I asked them if there is any restaurant in their neighborhood that is convenient for them to meet up for dinner before the summer's end. The foodie husband said Henry's End which I had never heard of until that point was his all-time Brooklyn Heights favorite. I was certainly intrigued and took on their offer to come visit Brooklyn Heights to visit the restaurant. When Jun and I walked in, I had an impression at the moment that I was inside a dive bar with exposed bricks and a very quaint décor. Not that the venue's vibe really matters for me; Jun and I dislike places with fancy settings but food that turns out to be underwhelming more than places with humbling settings but have very delicious food. And surprisingly the food at Henry's End turned out to be quite good. The menu at Henry's End is a loose group of New American dishes with locally sourced ingredients and influences from different parts of the country. The dishes here tend to be on a more rustic side. Jun wished the sauce were slightly less sweet, but still very much enjoyed the barbecue ribs whose texture was more or less perfect. The shrimp sautéed with spicy Andouille sausage was also very nice for an appetizer, with a Southern style that was hearty and satisfying. Jun, always a duck meat aficionado, ordered the duckling honey-ginger that the foodie husband highly recommended. I stole some bites from the duckling and it was cooked quite aptly to give the texture that the duck meat must have to shine at a dinner table. On the other hand, the main dish that I had ordered, veal scallopine sautéed with roasted garlic, lemon, capers and basil, was a little bit too aggressive in the seasoning department even though the meat itself was gently prepared. Don't skip desserts at Henry's End! You have two different versions of mud pie, and the Mrs. Mud Pie version that Jun chose was absolutely decadent with vanilla and Heath Bar Crunch ice creams on a Graham Cracker crust, topped with hot butterscotch sauce. Same goes for the delightful Persian lime pie, consisting of fresh lime pastry cream on a Graham Cracker crust. While neither dish looked too healthy, we didn't mind feeling a little bit guilty and promised each other that we will put extra efforts into our gym classes for the rest of the week. I have no idea how difficult it is to snag a reservation at Henry's End but the restaurant was mostly packed with local Brooklynites during our Wednesday meal so booking in advance seems like a good idea. As noted above, the décor and atmosphere of the restaurant might scare you off a little but I suggest that you get comfortable with embracing the old-school vibe of this place. The wine list at Henry's End was quite a surprise; I didn't expect to see so many bottles, many of them from California, from older vintages all the way to the 20th century at bargain prices. There are also daily wines by the glass available that you should take advantage of. Henry's End is one of those restaurants that if you live in the neighborhood you would want to come back again and again for a reliable dining experience. Jun and I certainly would love to come back again to try other dishes and explore the wine list. read more

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Great spot that has cozy and delicious food, and really nice people working there. They also have a Bordeaux red from 1970's by the glass on their beverage menu, that is really interesting to try and not as expensive as you'd think. We went on Valentine's day for a set menu that was fantastic, and look forward to going back. read more

Went here because they have "game meat" which sounded really interesting. Well, I finally had kangaroo - it was diced meat in a pasta wrap. Not really that interesting. Tasted like chicken. So that was sort of disappointing. Still, the food, ambience, and conversation was wonderful... we did have duck, and a few other interesting meats that were truly tasty. As non NYC folks in Brooklyn, we engaged with a man who did reviews of many many NYC area restaurants - he did a blog, and was into the many hundreds of restaurants.... he said this was one of his favorites. Overall, we had a great meal (twice) and had a great time. Good food, good wine, ate kangaroo... what more could you want? ;) read more

When I lived in Brooklyn Heights, Henry's End was my go to when I wanted something better/more elevated. Cozy, warm atmosphere. Quality food and service. They also offer some game dishes. After writing this review, I think I'll make a plan to visit again. read more

Very welcomed restaurant in a historic Brooklyn Heights. Very well spaced distance between tables, attentive server and bus boys - followed all the distance rules. Food is amazing. Unique elk chops, soft shell crabs - this is what you have to come for! Salad was great too. Perfect portion size. Definitely must try. read more

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A great place. I first came here to celebrate hubby's birthday and we came back to celebrate my birthday here. The atmosphere is dim lighting and close quarters. We experienced great meals and great service both visits. The service is very attentive and they listen when you inform them of special occasions. You get a free entree for your birthday if you sign up with them. They are known for their wild game festival and their usual menu has wild game specials. The regular menu is also great. Portions are generous, I believe we took doggie bags home both visits. There's no bar area at Henry's but there is a bar on the corner, one storefront away, which came in handy because it Poured on my birthday. read more

nice chill atmosphere. good service. food was so underwhelming and overpriced for what it was. glad tried. won't return and def cannot recommend. read more

Had some of the best appetizers I've had in a while here. Great wine as well. Everyone I interacted with on the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend to others! read more

Came here for brunch. I ordered Tortilla Espanola and it comes with a side salad. I asked if i could sub it for anything else and they said no? They said I can only remove it and then I would have to order a side of somthing else? When my Tortilla came, it was tiny, maybe half a portion and it was dry. The salad that I didn't want was wilted. When the check came, I saw they charged me $4 for my gingerale??? read more

A really fantastic family run restaurant. I have been coming for years and the food is always delicious, the staff is attentive and friendly. The wine selection is great and the staff is knowledgeable about pairing wines with your meal. read more

Wonderful food, drinks, and a beautiful location! The owners are a great family, and go enjoy this beautiful spot this holiday season!

My family and I have been coming here as long as I can remember. This is where we celebrate birthdays, family gatherings and other moments that are special. The staff is always kind and remembers us. The food is truly some of the best I've had in New York City. Truly perfect for any occasion. Planning to have a gender reveal party there in the next month or so! read more

The food, service, and atmosphere at Henry's End are unmatched. It's a cozy gem in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. The staff is incredibly hardworking and hospitable. The food is absolutely outstanding. My favorite dishes are their walnut-crusted chicken breast and tortilla-crusted shrimp appetizer. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! If you haven't tried this restaurant yet, you are missing out! read more

The outdoor dining was nice and cute with the lighting in a pretty quiet neighborhood. We had the octopus and crab cake as our starters. The octopus was tasty and el Dante inside. This was my first time ever having elk chop! I was blown away! The seasoning was great and the elk was cooked perfectly. The elk also wasn't too gamy paired perfectly with Turley Juvenile Zinfandel. What a little charm in the neighborhood!! read more

Henry's End - Elk Chop - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. This place is FANTASTIC and a total neighborhood gem. The veal lemonese is literally one of the best things I've ever put into my mouth and I consider myself to be a huge foodie. Their seasonal offerings of game are also not to be missed. read more

Wow. This place is an institution, and definitely one of the best places you can go to in the neighborhood for a real sit down meal. They moved down the street from their old location but the food is the same and the atmosphere is better than before. In the fall their wild game menu is wild! Year round the menu is filled with hits. When my girlfriend goes a week without giving me a hard time this is where I bring her for date night, and they never disappoint us. Sit down have some wine and choose anything on the menu, you can't go wrong. read more

It's really a nice little spot. Overall the food was good and the service was great. We had the crab cakes to start. Then my wife had the roasted vegetables and I had the fried chicken. Her dish definitely won out. Really flavorful. The breading on my chicken was burnt that I couldn't taste the spices. Desert is smaller portions but tasty. read more

the service was ok and the Special which was the bass with vegetables was wonderful. my wife had the veal scaloppini which was generous and tasted so very good. my only complaint is that if you sit outside it is about 10 degrees warmer in the sitting area. more fans are needed to circulate the air. that is a must if you decide to people watch outside read more

A true gem of Brooklyn Heights! A very unique menu featuring many fresh "game" meats (I.e rabbit, deer, duck, etc) which maintains unbelievable quality and is well worth the price. Food: I had ordered the a mixed plates with duck, rabbit, and venison and everything was impeccable. My friend described his chicken as best chicken if his life. Drinks: short but fantastic beer menu featuring local gems. I ordered wine special which was excellent and fairly priced. Service: really amazing service. Wait staff was very attentive and genuinely cares we were satisfied. Vibes: My favorite part of Henry's End is it is not pretentious. To have this level of food and service it is refreshing to have a relaxed unassuming atmosphere. read more

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I overhead one of my students talking about the wonderful meal he had at Henry's End so I just knew this was the kind of place I needed to bring my boyfriend. We've been to Henry's End twice now. Once last summer and most recently last week for the 2nd phase of the Wild Game Festival. The Wild Game Festival is definitely a very special dining experience. First of all, the service you will receive no matter what time of year will always be exceptional. The restaurant is on the smaller side so if definitely recommend making a reservation. We had a reservation for 6pm. We arrived a few minutes past 6 but were seated right away. The kitchen is open so you are exposed to the sounds of the chefs working and you can see that they are working very hard to prepare very special dishes. For appetizers we ordered the kangaroo potstickers and the game Charcuterie Plate. The potstickers were delicious and you would never know it consisted of kangaroo meat if no one told you. It tasted kind of like pork to me. The game Charcuterie Plate consisted of rabbit sausage, pork belly, and Wild Game pâté. All was very good. For my entree I had the crab stuffed chicken while my boyfriend had the elk chops. Both entrees were delicious and packed with great flavors. Needless to say we will be back. Hopefully soon for the 3rd phase of the Wild Game Festival. As each phase has a different menu. I definitely recommend Henry's End. Also a sure to sign up for their Birthday club as you will receive a $25 coupon for your birthday. read more

Henry's End - Kangaroo Potstickers - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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My wife and I are visiting from California and staying in Brooklyn. We looked on Yelp for a local place and found Henry's End. The food was excellent, as was the service. I had the andouille sausage and chicken which was delicious. The chicken was tender, the sausage tasty, and the sauce excellent. My wife had the pecan crusted chicken with pears and cranberry. She gave it a 12 on the 10 scale. Excellent neighbor restaurant that I would highly recommend. read more

This place is super cute and the food is DELICIOUS. The staff was attentive and personable, the space is inviting - they were reasonably busy on a Tuesday night, and I could see why! I had the "spinach and goat cheese stuffed chicken breast with fig jam" and it was AMAZING. I cannot recommend it highly enough. I'll be thinking about that for the next week! read more

A date night to remember :) This place oozes classic old New York ambience. The yak dumplings with bean sprouts are an amazing appetizer and everything was fantastic. I emailed ahead and told them it was our first date night after we'd become parents (nine months prior) and I feel like they pulled out all the stops. Highly recommended. read more

Amazing food. Very traditional dishes and cozy ambiance. Anything you ask for is delicious. Wine list has plenty of great wines. Love the truffled French fries. read more

The crab cakes were great and so was the wild boar gnocchi... for sure going back. Restaurant had a nice vibe and would say it's a good date spot. Staff were friendly. read more

Had dinner here with friends for "exotic game night". It has the feeling of one of those restaurants where if you've lived in the neighborhood for 30 years you go there frequently. Food is good, but a bit heavy. Would go back and try another menu item (I had the duck). My friend had the mixed game platter and said he liked it. read more

I've always been curious about the annual Wild Game Festival at Henry's End. For historical reasons. I'm used to game meat. Every time I go to Sardinia, Italy[1], I would eat some sort of game. Usually wild boar; some times fowl. The curious thing is that hunting season is in the winter, and I am usually there in the summer. How do I manage to eat fresh wild boar when it is illeg...aheam! "unusual" to hunt it in the summer? According to my relatives, it would seem that wild boars have suicidal tendencies. I've heard tales of wild boars jumping in front of a car, then being finished off with a monkey wrench, and skinned with a Swiss Army knife in the bathroom of a public camp site. Whatever the origin of the meat, the end result has always been spectacular. Roadkill never tasted so good. Henry's End is rather nondescript, and the overall vibe is a welcoming "old school, no frills". The only notable feature is a neon sign/skyline behind a transparent plexiglass cover mounted on one of the walls. It looks like a relic from the '70s that probably has now achieved national landmark status. The wine selection is rather impressive, with 25+ white wines and 70+ reds[2]. My choice for the evening, however is a bottle of Aventinus (12% ABV): a wonderful doppelbock with a dark ruby color, a creamy head, and a yeasty-bready-fruity taste. As appetizer, my dining companion and I shared the Pheasant Ravioli ($10.95; $21.95 as main course) with caramelized fennel and pistachio nuts. The ravioli were nicely presented in a dense, creamy sauce. The filling was very flavorful, and the flavor of pistachio balances nicely the delicacy of the pheasant. The end result, however, was a bit too dry. For main course, I had the Mixed Game Grill ($33), which included Herb Crusted Elk Chop, Wild Boar Belly, and Rabbit Sausage. The dish is served with a Madeira-and-veal stock demi-glace that is a rich orange in color and slightly sweet. The elk was excellent: elk meat is very lean and tender, and the wonderful crust[3] enhanced the flavor without overwhelming it, while at the same time maintained the meat nice and juicy[4]. The Wild Boar Belly was nice and fatty, very tender and juicy. The Rabbit Sausage, however, was bland and didn't live a lasting impression. The Elk Chop dish ($36.95) that my dining companion had, came with the same demi-glace as the Mixed Game Grill. I found a bit surprising that they would use the same sauce for the two dishes; in fact, that sauce might have overwhelmed the flavor of the rabbit sausage. Unfortunately the Wild Game menu does not include any more items that I have seen listed in the past and I would have loved to try, like BBQ Rattlesnake Salad, Antelope Au Poivre, and Reindeer. venison is gone too. Nevertheless, kudos to Henry's End for serving a solid, albeit limited, selection of game meat. Keep your excitement and expectations at bay and you won't be disappointed. -------------------------------- [1] The land of my ancestors. [2] The cheapest ones at a very reasonable $35-36 a bottle. [3] A mixture of breadcrumbs, capers, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, Tabasco, chives, thyme, tarragon, rosemary, parsley, and anchovy. [4] Ask to have the elk medium rare. read more

I have a love for trying out new types of food and food experiences. Because of this, one of my biggest vice is to try out food with exotic strange meats. Of course I have boundaries where I would say no such as endangered animals and man's ( and woman's ) best friend, etc, but for the most part I am more then game for trying something at least once. A few days ago on Yelp talk, there was a thread on "Uncommon Food - What and Where to get it?" and this place was mentioned. One look at the menu and I knew I and a similar minded friend had to be there. According to their web site, every year starting on October to March, they have a Wild Game Festival of dishes made from exotic (to Americans) meats. What they have rotates year by year and week by week. According to the super friendly and very patient waitress (I had so many questions about the food and the festival ) named Bonnie, they had lions, tigers, and bears (Oh my )over the years. Ok, I was kidding about the tiger, she actually said hippo. Sadly, because I was eating here at the very end of the festival, the menu for this event was very limited. I was so looking forward to the Rattlesnake Salad, and kangaroo from this year too. What was available though, was amazingly good. Turtle Soup Cajun Style: A little like a cross between a tomato soup and chili. Turtle meat is usually a little tough and chewy so they grounded the meat till it was the consistency of ground beef to make it easier to eat. It was mildly spicy. The soup by itself was good but what made it amazing was that they provided a bottle of sherry on the side to flavor the soup as you like. Alcohol in your soup, what a combination. Mixed Game Grill: This plate consists of a Herb Crusted Elk Chop, a Wild Boar Belly, and a Stuffed Pheasant. The Elk Chop, as other reviewers noted, were the highlight. Done medium rare, the meat was much more tender then most beef steaks. The top of the Elk Chop were covered in a Herb "Crust" as they called it and adds a nice flavor to the tender meat. The Stuffed Pheasant was a tiny little bird half the size of most people's fist. It was filled with a combination of spinach and bacon. Again very tender and the bits of bacon in the interior adds a nice bit of porky saltiness to the meat. The last item, the Wild Boar Belly was good but was the weakest of the three. Pork belly is a very hot item in restaurants right now because of how soft and buttery it is. This dish should have kicked ass because wild boar have a more intense flavor then domesticated pigs and despite the fact that you could taste that in this meat, I believe it would have been improved if it was softer. The Mixed Game Grill also came with a side of basic rice and steamed broccoli. I agree with the other reviewers that this was a disappointment. Nothing wrong with it but considering how tasty everything else was, I expected something a little more exciting then what was provided here. Maybe give me wild rice in some kind of sauce at least? I enjoyed this meal and is excited to see what interesting meats they have planned for future festivals. I'll be there for sure. Now could someone provide some info on where I could get some nicely cooked garment insects too? Yumm.... read more

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Excellent food, friendly, professional service and neighborhood gem. Never a bad meal; especially good the game specials and Mrs Mud Pie dessert. read more

This is a beautiful restaurant that has been around for decades. The truffle fries pair well with the steak au poivre. I enjoyed the walnut crusted chicken finished with a blue cheese sauce. Yum! Make reservations! read more

I was trying to decide between a few restaurants in the area when I saw the menu at Henry's End and it really grabbed me. I appreciate that they have a good selection of beers, as I'm kind of a beer snob. A Ballast Point IPA hit the spot. The butternut squash bisque was pretty good but didn't blow me away. The pear, walnuts, & blue cheese chicken, on the other hand, rocked my world. And the mud pie... outstanding. This is my new favorite restaurant in New York. It's too bad I live in California! read more

The Best restaurant in Brooklyn Heights!!!! My family and I have neem going there for over 10years!! Every time it gets better and better.We love Bonnie. Mark as always very a great Host ,everything perfect and I cannot say enough about the food !Always excellent ! as are the wines and desserts. Make sure to be ontime for your reservations as thet fill up quickly. read more

Excellent restaurant! Try the walnut crusted chicken with pear its exceptional. Helpful and knowledgeable staff! Save room for dessert you must try the 21 layer crepe cake! What a great find in Brooklyn Heights! read more

Henry's End - Great atmosphere - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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the best service with the best jazz nights. truly made the neighborhood feel like a home away from home. cannot recommend this place enough!! read more

This place is awesome. I highly recommend! Great service, fresh ingredient, and food is just amazing. Bread, soup, salad, crab cake, salmon, steak, and tiramisu Impeccable Amazing restaurant in Brooklyn Heights! will definitely be back read more

Wonderful wait service, but the wild game wasn't all that wild Never listen to Google map's direction service. I was coming from midtown so it told me to take the F train to York St and walk 9 minutes over to the restaurant. Besides getting lost (this place is right underneath the Brooklyn Bridge, so a lot of the streets end on one side or the other of the bridge), and taking about 10 minutes to reorient myself, I still have to walk like 15 minutes because last I checked, I can't walk through walls (or walls that are part of buildings) . I had to criss-cross many streets and walk through many underpass to finally find Henry St. It might look close on Google maps, but it certainly isn't logical and they didn't take in account that it was 10 degrees that night. The simplest and most straightforward way to get to this place in a winter day if you never been here before is the 2 or 3 train Clark St station (I went back to the city that way). Once you get out of the elevator, it will take you less than a few minutes to orient yourself and its about a 5 minute walk to the restaurant. When I finally got to the restaurant, the place was on the quiet side. The waitress was really nice and offered a lot of suggestions on what to order. We came here for the wild game festival, where you can eat anything from rattlesnake to lion (as the waitress mention they had once). The problem is it comes down to what they can get their hands on at any time so the wild game menu can really vary from day to day. I was really looking forward to the rattlesnake and the kangaroo, but they had neither of those items that day. So here's what we ended up ordering. Wild game pate - good, gamey, I forgot what the waitress said was in there BBQ python salad - The salad tasted good, but I can't say the same for the python. It just tasted like BBQ chicken, except it was chewier. I really wouldn't have known it was python if you didn't tell me. Grill game Plate (wild boar belly, quail, elk chop) - a good variety, I like the wild boar belly the most, but then again, its not much diff than pork belly. The tremendous amount of fat makes anything good. The quail is good, plenty of dark meat, so it was tender and juicy throughout, but being Asian, I had quail more than your avg person that would try this dish. The elk chop was definitely new to me. It really had gamey taste, which I didn't like too much. I like the fact that I tried it, but it was my least favorite of the dish 21 layer crepe cake - This dish got us talking about how you can fold paper more than 8x (and that was busted by Mythbusters with their football field size paper), but the crepe was really lack luster. I can't even say it tasted like crepes Chocolate Confusion - A good amount of chocolates with more chocolate syrup drizzle on top and a scoop of ice cream. This was way better than the crepe cake Call me when they have the Kangaroo, but I hope they serve it in a unique way so it doesn't taste so bland (like the BBQ python salad). read more

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The food was exceptional especially the elk chop , definitely worth the wait for the dishes to be served !

My husband my son and I live in the area. We've always passed by this spot and decided to give it a try last Friday. Although the food looked phenomenal on the menu, my poor husband got the Spice Crusted Elks Chops... ...If you're going to charge $47 for an entree that makes people vomit and shit all night after the fact, at least pay for the repercussions. My husband had to call in sick from work yesterday because he was JUST getting over this. Three bottles of Tums later and we are both still extremely disappointed and sickened. I expected better. This is Brooklyn Heights. Come on guys. read more

I have been going here for around the last 15 years. A great restaurant with great service and even better food. I have never had a bad meal here- the steak au poivre is to die for (I often like to order a side of mushrooms with it). read more

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