I cannot believe that during 90F heat this restaurant wont turn on an AC for it's customer! Its really hard to understand. no way you could enjoy the food or focus on anything else when you are basically struggling with the unbearable high temperature inside and have no break from the heat outside. i wouldn't recommend this restaurant for a family dinner with your parents or your senior members of your family. Elderly people and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk during days like this. Indoor dinning without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures. Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. Lighthouse is not one of those places. read more

Good oyster happy hour but the other dishes are inconsistent and the service is lacking. We unfortunately will not come back for three big reasons. 1) We've been here twice and somehow, the non-oyster dishes we got tasted completely different both times. For example, the beef tartare we had was great the first time, but when we ordered it again recently, it was so loaded up with raw onions and horseradish that it tasted awful and ruined the whole dish. No idea how the food could differ so much but we left feeling like we only really enjoyed the raw oysters and nothing else. The rest was a waste of money. 2) Even aside from the 1-1 success and failure rate with our food, we received very rushed service both times we visited. Our waitress mistakenly heard our order both times and both times we ended up with a drink we didn't order (or the wrong drink). She also offered us extra toast for our app when we started to run low but failed to mention that there would be an extra charge for it, so we got a few extra surprises on the bill. 3) Finally, and most annoyingly, there is an extra charge to pay using your credit card. Your bill will have tiny text at the bottom but you are basically given an option to Venmo transfer the restaurant for your bill instead to avoid the credit card service fee...but in doing so we would also forego any insurance, protection, and security from a proper sales transaction through a banking card. No thanks. read more

We just loved the lighthouse! Everything we ordered was delicious! I can't even say what our favorite was. We had the ceviche, burgers, fries and cauliflower. Each dish was flavorful and delicious in its own way. We also ordered some of their speciality cocktails, which were also solid. The ceviche had big chunks of fish and avocado. The cauliflower was roasted to perfection, and the hand cut fries weren't greasy, but they had that satisfying texture when you bit into them. The burger, while simple, was also delicious. My suggestion, go to Lighthouse, and pick your favorite from the menu that day. You will most certainly enjoy! read more

Obsessed with this place. We live in Williamsburg nearby and were sad when indoor dining closed because they didn't have a warm outdoor setup. So excited to go back - they have the most amazing food. Fresh bread, amazing hummus, inexpensive drinks, delicious wine, amazing service. Favorite Williamsburg restaurant by far. read more

Super cozy and casual and perfect for a weeknight dinner, which we did just last week. The drinks were delicious and everything we tried on the menu was super tasty. Our favorites were the labneh, the homemade sour dough, the pickle plate and the whole Branzino. Took one star off for our service because it was a bit faulty at times with a few mixed up drink orders and condiments that were forgotten. But, honestly, it was a great meal and we were in no rush, so it's all good. Looking forward to coming back here for another great meal. read more

Rude staff who completely ignored me as if i wasnt even there.

Came because of the super high rating on Infatuation. Not really sure what theyre so hyped about. The food was... fine? Like good but nothing to write home about. Honestly the only reason im leaving this review is because they take your credit card at your table, then put the tip options of 20, 25, or 30% in your face while they stand there and look at you. Left a bad taste in my mouth. Skip it. read more

I've passed by this restaurant multiple times and was super excited to finally come here. 5 of us came without a reservation on a Saturday night but luckily they had bar seating. A couple of us weren't super hungry so we shared the grilled brussel sprouts and spicy mussels. The brussels sprouts had a sweet potato smear and smoked almonds - this was probably one of the best brussel sprout dishes I've had. The sweet and salty went really well together. The spicy mussels in white wine coconut were also super flavorful and quite a large size. I wish they served bread with it though. Highly recommend making a reservation since it's always packed and the bar seating has a weird chair height to bar height ratio. Also, it does get a bit loud. All that said, I would come back! read more

I have been going to the lighthouse since it opened and I've experienced it improve immensely over the years. The bar is owned by a sister and a brother duo who have physically built aspects of the place and spirituality infused a vibrant pulse making it the social beacon it has set out to be. The food in the beginning had room for improvement and it has improved. They make the most delicious sourdough bread and you can purchase a loaf as long as they have them to spare which is a wonderful option especially when you live two blocks away. The staff is always accommodating and friendly. As times have gotten more challenging, portions have shrunk and prices have risen which is understandable, I'm happy to pay more to help a restaurant that has weathered the pandemic storm. One thing I do wish they would consider changing is charging extra for things that are typically offered as complimentary. If someone orders a dish that needs bread to eat it, don't make them order it separately. If a dish needs chips to eat it and not enough are provided, just provide a little bit more without charging them. I've never complained about this as a customer and I would never refuse to pay for extra charges. How ever, I recently brought a somewhat frugal friend here and he flipped out at the extra charge that was not disclosed which he didn't handle well despite having a valid point. We were credit the extra fee. My feeling is that for what the restaurant is charging for things, I really can't see them losing much by not nickel and diming as if it were an à la cart takeout place. I think it is better etiquette to provide typically customary items with dishes as customary. Perhaps this is the new normal, however I have yet to experience another place, at a similar price point, with equally delicious food follow suit. Nevertheless, this is a minor beef with an establishment that overall does an amazing job. read more

I came here in a group of 4 for the happy hour. I do want to preface this by saying that they were nice in seating us without reservations on a Saturday and we enjoyed the food/drinks (at the time). I'm giving a 2 star review because of their oysters. 3/4 people in the group went for the happy hour $1 oyster deal and all 3 of us had the most horrific, violent food poisoning we've ever experienced. I don't know where they're sourcing their oysters, but it seems like this isn't an isolated issue because another reviewer mentioned it too. If you come here I would recommend sticking to the cooked food because 12 hours of the gnarliest GI symptoms known to man are not worth it for $1 oysters. read more

Outstanding whole in the wall at Williamsburg.... small menu but awesome brunch w/ outstanding taste ... great drinks too ... a must try ... had the green omelette and chilaquiles ... if in the neighborhood stop by! read more

Nice place for a light meal, especially in the summer. I had the fish which was delicious. Also enjoyed a number of their vegetarian dishes. Very friendly staff! read more

Lighthouse - Salad and vegetable plate - Wine Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I have been to lighthouse a few times and absolutely love the vibe and amazing food. Last night I ordered takeout from here and it was SO good. My boyfriend and I don't eat meat often, so when we do, we want grass fed and high quality meat. We were so happy to get one of the best tasting burgers in Brooklyn and enjoyed every bite. Can't wait to go back and dine in and and also order from them again. Highly recommend for an amazing and tasty meal with high quality and fresh ingredients. read more

Came back here and the ceviche is a must. Definitely had a great meal, hummus, dessert ice cream and much more. Love it, try it.

I really like this place. I've been a couple times now, not yet for a proper meal. The avocado toast has a bit too much lime for my preference, but the bread is incredible. Soft boiled eggs are nicely done and a cheap addition to a small breakfast. First time I tried labna was here, and it's delicious. Staff was nice and chatty, but I went at pretty slow times. read more

Lighthouse - Avocado Toast and soft eggs - Wine Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ridiculous customer service. Today was 90 degrees, and the owners refused to turn on the AC. We were there with young kids whose faces were burning up. When asked why, they responded that it wasn't good for the enviornment, but still were okay with using paper napkins and plastic straws. There was no breeze where we were sitting and other tables and their own employees were also complaining. I can't even imagine what it was like for the chef's in the kitchen with all the ovens and stoves turned on. CHEAP OWNERS! TURN ON THE AC WHEN ITS 90 DEGREES. No excuse for you to ruin your customers experience and just make the overall meal unenjoyable and uncomfortable. The food was mediocre and over priced for the amount we ordered. small menu, doesn't change. I thought the drinks would help me forget about the heat, I had 4 mimosas, I am 100% sober and 10000% angry read more

Having lived in the neighborhood for awhile, I figured it was finally time to try Lighthouse. Luckily my new roommates were down for Sunday brunch, so after looking at my restaurant to-do list I landed on Lighthouse. I made a reservation a few days in advance for a party of 6, and let me say that I'm so glad I did! The restaurant itself is a stylish but not over the top light-filled, open-air space with modern yet casual atmosphere. I noticed that walk ins were being seated at communal tables so I'm not sure if that happens when you come without a reservation, but we were seated right away at our own table before the party was complete. I was smart to make a reservation, because this place gets packed! Note: there is a $15 per person charge for no-shows, so definitely keep that in mind when booking. We started with a round of cocktails, and the Southside and the coffee cocktail were the favorites. We chose to share a bunch of entrees, opting for the challah, sashimi, fish bowl, duck in pita, chilaquiles and cheeseburger. Prices were reasonable (entrees between $15-$20, drinks $11-$13.) The girls agreed that the fish bowl and sashimi were the best, while the boys landed on the burger and duck in pita. I had been craving sashimi so this hit the spot perfectly, and the fish bowl was perfectly spicy and very seasoned (I will definitely come back just for this!) Everyone left satisfied, and a little tipsy. I would recommend this place for a group brunch, solo dining, a date or a family meal (if your family is cool with back-less chairs and communal tables.) Having just moved down the street I will definitely be back to try dinner. Secretly trying to become a regular! read more

Lighthouse doesn't own a functioning phone, which would have been okay if the food had blown me away but it did not. I made a reservation on Resy and realized shortly that I needed to push it back by 30 minutes. I tried to give the restaurant a call at least 10x on two different phones but it went straight to a voicemail that hadn't even been set up yet. I tried to send them an email but it bounced back because apparently their email address hasn't been set up either. Then I tried to modify via the Resy app but was told I would be fined $15 if I were late or tried to modify the reservation. I hustled and arrived to the restaurant on time and told the Hostess that their phone does not work to which she shrugged, laughed and said "yeah, our phone tends not to work." (How is this acceptable? Is Lighthouse forcing all their patrons to accept their undeserved pretentiousness?) She then proceeded to tell me that I would have to wait 15 minutes for my table. Normally, I wouldn't mind waiting - but if you are going to force your patrons to adhere to such rigid timing, then you had better do the same as well. This all could have been forgotten if I were met with bomb food - but it was mediocre, at best. We ordered the Burrata (which was actually really good), the Farro salad (this was decent as well), the Squid (this was mediocre), the Skirt Steak and the Sasso chicken. The Skirt Steak is absolutely nothing to get excited about - it was way too chewy and we honestly contemplated sending it back. It also came with a side of Dandelion Greens - who on earth craves dandelion greens? Not to mention, I asked for the chili on the side (my bf was having stomach issues and couldn't stomach spice, but I still wanted the chili) and the waitress said she would be able to accommodate - it ended up coming with no chili on the side at all. The Sasso Chicken was overcooked and dry, albeit seasoned quite nicely. It came with a side of haricots verts that tasted like it was drenched in petrol, and I genuinely believed one bite of it could have been noxious to my health. Needless to say, we couldn't even finish our meal. read more

Solid neighborhood restaurant featuring a New American menu with Mediterranean tendencies. Affordable beers (Narragansett $5) and cocktails ($13). The burger is worth a visit alone, but the menu offers plenty more than meat and buns. Lighthouse is an excellent choice for brunch on the weekends with a group and you can also grab a seat outside during the warmer months. read more

Food was okay (not great) but service was abysmal. We waited 50 minutes for bread and hummus... and the bread came out stale twice. They said it was a busy night with deliveries however that's not an excuse for neglecting your customers when they're sitting in the cold to support your business. Hardly an effort from staff to rectify the issues so it stands to say we will likely not be returning. It's a shame because I want to support restaurants during this time but it has to be a two way street. read more

amazing wine and food and service, definitely a great neighborhood spot. will def be back.

Couldn't decide whether 3 or 4, probably somewhere in the middle. This is my second time here and their food is a little hit and miss. Some items are tasty and others just fall flat and the service is a little neglectful. It's hard to get the server's attentions and even just getting additional bread takes at least 25 mins. Also their brunch carafes for $60 are a complete rip off. There was almost no alcohol in there and it was TINY aka less than if we had just ordered individual mimosas for the same price. read more

I have always been a huge fan of Lighthouse. We have been a few times since the pandemic, and they've done a fabulous job. The menu is consistently delicious--the sourdough with mezze, the always delicious seasonal vegetables, the fries. The prices are excellent, considering the finesse and quality of the food. The service is always friendly and casual, and the wine list has some fantastic options at not too crazy prices (the cocktails are great, though, as well!). I have one major piece of feedback regarding the burger. It used to be our favorite in Williamsburg. Perfectly pink at medium rare, with a line line of red rareness in the middle, a good bit of char with plenty of funk from what I assume was dry-aged beef, punchy cheese, and a great sesame bun--so delicious. The past three times we have been, however, we have been disappointed by the aggressively charred and overcooked, completely gray burger. Each time we try again in hopes that it'll return to its former glory. The quality of the beef still seems high, but they've lost their touch with the cook time. I will definitely return to this amazing neighborhood spot, but avoid the burger until a change is made. Thank you for all the other fabulous dishes and a great experience overall! read more

This was a great place to grab drinks while you're in Williamsburg, but not the type of restaurant I'd leave raving about the food. When I was there, they were out of the only pasta dish on the menu and I found it odd that they charge you for every additional piece of bread. I would come back here for drinks with a group! read more

We had reservations at 9pm. We arrived on time and they told us they were a bit behind and to sit at the bar. Eventually the manager bought the four of us a round of drinks because it was taking so long, that was a night gesture. We didn't get seated until 10:10pm. By then we were pretty tired and it really put a damper on our night. When we finally got seated the waitress was rude and short with us. My friend asked if she could go over the menu for us (explain which plates were small plates etc.) and she said "what do you want to know?" That was the perfect opportunity for her to upsell us and she just avoided the question. For example the first four items on the menu are dips for bread, how are we supposed to know that? They were also out of burrata and ceviche, they had these items at 9pm when we arrived. That was a bummer, we were actually going to order both. I ordered the big salad and it was very good. My friends ordered oysters, octopus, the burger and chicken sandwich. All were decently good. Our waitress never really came to check on us during the meal. We ran out of water twice and she was super behind each time. The one highlight of this place was the sweet hostess!! She was such a pleasure to work with and was soooo apologetic about the long wait. She checked in on us frequently, I should of got her name but she has long light brown hair. To recap: the atmosphere is very nice, drinks were good, food was good. The biggest and most frustrating issue is that we made 9pm reservations and they didn't seat us until after 10pm, they have a policy were they charge $15 per person if you are late to a reservation, we were on time, what do we get when the restaurant is late? read more

Lighthouse could not have been better named - lofty, floor-to-ceiling, west-facing window sheets color early afternoon brunch bright and warm. As an evening bar situated at the triangular apex of Borinquen Place, it's a literal beacon, beckoning softly to Bushwick: "I may be new, but I'm not a child of post-gentrification Williamsburg. I'm East-meets-West. I straddle the past and the future." Which would be true - there's minimal pretension and maximum good, friendly service abound in this rustic, spacious cafeteria. Food is a palatable ~$10-$20 (and of decent, if not extraordinary quality); cocktails are well-prepared. There was a DJ this past Sunday morning, which was weird, but inoffensive. Add this one to the repertoire, kids. read more

As a bar, and nothing more, Lighthouse is just too damn expensive. I didn't try the food, so I'm not passing judgement on that. Their beer selection is thoughtful, but still very pricy. For a dollar more at other bars nearby, I can get the larger Weihenstephaner, just as an example. So I opted for a Hendricks and Soda that turned out to be $9. I'm fine with a $9 top shelf drink, but expect a decent pour and in a decent sized glass. They serve their cocktails in these tiny little glasses. It's ridiculous. On top of that, they tried to be fancy and use homemade seltzer, which turned out flat. Good idea, badly implemented. My friends ordered regular ol' vodka soda and guess what - that was $9 too! It wasn't even top shelf!!! How can you charge $9 for Hendricks and the same price for well vodka? A few of the guys I was with said their Bullet on the rocks was $13, which is apparently really expensive too. So yeah, maybe the food is good here - but the drinks are too expensive to take this place seriously as a bar. My group walked 2 blocks down Grand and enjoyed $5 drinks that packed more punch than anything here. Such a shame, cause this place is actually cute. Lower the prices and maybe I'll consider giving it another shot. read more

Came here Saturday night with some guy I met on OK Cupid. I was hesitant about the guy in the first place, then when he said let's go to Lighthouse I was like ok whatever. Never been. Be prepared to be hit over the head with a hipster 2X4 the minute you walk in. My date (who turned out to be a conservative) ordered a cocktail called the Good and Plenty. I was like Really? Dude, you think I'm gonna be impressed? I ordered a martini, asked for a double and they declined. What's worse - they served it with a twist not an olive. Pure muck and too much vermouth. I watched my date sip his insipid cocktail while telling me about the social app he's developing. "Uh huh". Then the food came. I showed up starving and completely empty. I ordered the pickles but the portions were so small I was afraid to eat them knowing they'd be gone in a flash. I think a piece of cauliflower disappeared on it's way from the plate to my beckoning mouth. (Why should pickles be such a hot item? My grandmother made them all the time. All you do is put vegetables in a jar, fill it with vinegar and bay leaves, then put it in a dark place and wait....). Chicken was so-so, soggy and I wanted crisp. Ordered oysters and they never came (that's one of my favorite things in life - oysters with a cold martini, such a sensual combination for a first date and always puts me in the mood to take the next step.... sorry future Mark Zuckerberg, you chose the place). The wait for my first martini was so long that I ordered another when the server arrived. He actually gave me a miffed look and I wanted to kick him in the ass. After my first bite of chicken, I decided in order for this to taste good I'd need to order the most expensive bottle of wine on the menu. A lovely italian red - $150/bottle - no idea what it was called. I looked around, utterly yucked out, and told the guy I needed to use the restroom. I didn't tell him that the restroom I was referring to was a few blocks away at Barcade. read more

I had the pleasure of having dinner at this restaurant on opening night a few weeks ago. It was especially interesting for me because I also live in the same building where the restaurant is located (it should make for a full belly but also doom me for I will never leave my block) and I had a chance to see all the hard work they put into building the place from scratch. The environment is intimate but still lively, the DJ was playing great music at the end of the bar. Food was wonderful, I had the lamb (awesome) and I will be looking forward to testing out the other items on the menu as they add them in the future. Service was excellent, the owners are always there, which is an indication of the dedication and determination they have to providing you with a fun experience. Stop reading and go show some love. read more

Giving it 5 stars because of the great service. We had the waiter whose name I can't recall (I'M SORRY) but he had bleach blonde hair and is a little shy but super super nice. We brought a dog with us to lunch and he even brought the dog bowl and gave our dog fresh water to drink ;___; (MVP). We ordered the ceviche (which is salmon btw) and a pita with duck. Both were pretty yummy, although since I've eaten so much ceviche in different establishments both in NY and in the lovely country of Mexico, it didn't live up to my standards. It definitely could've used a touch more of acidity, but I think the intention is to have a more creamy sauce since there is corn. Maybe by providing a half a lime or lemon could elevate the dish, and let the customer have the option to splash it onto their ceviche! The duck in pita was DELICIOUS! We were very pleased with the flavor :) read more

OVERLY EXPENSIVE (more so than the Five Leaves) for such a basic menu with little flair. I found the salad underwhelming and the broccoli rabe downright inedible. For a place that's more expensive than most in Williamsburg, the waitress didn't know much about the food on the menu - i.e. where the $3/a piece oysters were from or what their flavor qualities were. The pro is that it was nearly empty on a Friday night at prime-time - 8pm. read more

This restaurant was amazing! I have very high standards when I dine out and this restaurant delivered on all levels. I came here last night with two girlfriends for a Saturday night dinner out. First off, the hostess and our server were so kind and the service was excellent. But the food--OMG! You must have the burrata with the grilled sourdough. The gluten free bread was also delicious and we put some of the burrata on that too. We also had the green salad with the truffle dressing and the escarole was the best I have ever had. For our main course we had some delicious burgers. And for dessert we had the Pa Pie with the labne which is sort of like a toffee pie and one of the best desserts I have ever had. I am already planning on going back with my family this Friday! read more

We just ate here on the opening week and we had such a wonderful experience. We stumbled upon it haphazardly and I have to see to we're glad we did. They emphasize local food with a focus on what's in season. The restaurant has a very open feel with communal tables and high ceilings.This is a wonderful alternative to some of the other foodie hotspots that fill up quick like Rye or Walter Foods. The service was outstanding and is run by a sister/brother team who are very personable. I would say go now because in a year or so your not going to be able to get a seat without a fight. read more

THIS PLACE. So grateful you exist. 1,000 thank you's. You are what makes Williamsburg great, the hardworking, passion driven, lovers of food, life and community. On top of it, you make epic food and have an incredible wine list. Can't go wrong, have never gone wrong here. Every bite over years and years has been consistently amazing. Thank you! read more

Lighthouse is a classy yet low-key affair with beautiful wooden communal tables and candlelight, allowing for an intimate dining experience with friends or loved ones. Chef Nick Cox of La Esquina has just opened this new place, which oozes with his heart and soul; each small plate, each fish and meat is given his sweet lovin'. I came with my boyfriend, his friend, and my cousin, all people I adore, and we were given a lot of attention, the service was thorough and impeccable! The waitress was very knowledgeable and gave great suggestions for drinks, appetizers and the entrees. We especially enjoyed the plate with pickled herring and smoked trout mousse, and anchovies that came with toasted pumpernickel bread, the fluke ceviche, the juicy ribeye with jalepenos (better than a Peter Luger steak or any steakhouse steak), and the loup de mer, which is fire grilled and flavored with garlic, olive oil, and salt and just falls off in huge fluffy chunks. The fish was actually the best fish I've ever had, which is saying a lot, I know. Lastly, we had the apple cinnamon cake and the chocolate cake that came with a hazelnut mousse, both were rich and dreamy with flavors. Since they just opened, it was easy to get a table, but the word of mouth will get out soon. The flavors, service, and dining experience at this restaurant is incredible. Go before there's a line out the door! read more

Lighthouse - Wine Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Service was excellent. Food was interesting, in a good way, but nothing to write home about. Very enjoyable night. read more

Following a similar playbook to St. Anselm - foods grilled simply and packed with massive flavor - Lighthouse is likely to go the route of that other Williamsburg destination soon enough. Meaning, I can't believe I even got a table on a Friday night. The abbreviated menu has all you need for a great meal - raw oysters, fresh, daring salads, several types of pickles, four delicious sides (the brussels sprouts, tinged with bleu cheese, and the cauliflower, were both excellent), and, of course, the meat. There's a whole fish, lamb, a sirloin, and a pork. The grass-fed sirloin was lean and flavorful; the lamb less lean but even more flavorful. For dessert, a chocolate torte, not oversweet, totally delicious. Overall I would rank everything but the meat dishes of Lighthouse above St. Anselm, which isn't to say the meat isn't quite good - it's just not quite on the level of St. Anselm. However, it also seems a bit healthier. There is a solid list of cocktails and a well-edited, and reasonably priced, wine list that focuses mostly on Europe, as it should to keep the value strong. I'm hoping that this being on the "other" side of the BQE means it can remain a local favorite for awhile, before Manhattan's hordes get to it! read more

Terrible brunch service. I went there this past Sunday with three family members. There was a DJ playing very loud music at the bar at noon with a lot of his admirers (?) milling around him so the place was already very loud and crowded. We ordered a pitcher of their featured brunch cocktail from one server only to be told five minutes later by another sever that they were out of one of the ingredients so it wasn't available. Fine, we ordered a different drink and then put in our brunch order which included entrees and two appetizers. Five minutes later (with no drinks in sight), my chilaquiles arrives unceremoniously at the table. No one else's food or the apps or are drinks arrived for another ten minutes. And the eggs on my chilaquiles were still raw. We finally flag down a server and I tell her that my eggs are raw and asked why mine came out even before the drinks. She said, "we bring the food when it comes out at brunch and that's how we served the eggs but I can have them cooked more for you." Finally everyone gets their food (the apps came out a lot later than the entrees) and my chilaquiles return with overcooked eggs with hard yolks. We finish our meal and when we get the bill they had charged us twice for the drinks and it was another several minutes to flag down a server to fix it. To top it all off, we were right by the kitchen and I saw a chilaquiles with perfectly done eggs (and yolks) being garnished with cilantro and whisked to a table with a bottle of hot sauce. Not only did I get raw eggs on mine and served before we even got the drinks but I also didn't get any of the garnishes on it. Terrible, terrible service. I've got no interest in coming back. read more

We had lamb, whole fish, interesting fresh cocktails, brussels sprouts, pickled rutabaga, and great service (informal and friendly, but very efficient; water glasses were refilled within moments of becoming empty). It was a 95-degree night and the place isn't air-conditioned, but the massive fans overhead and the shutters open to the sidewalk kept us cool. The music was interesting. The only downside was that we didn't realize quite how much we were eating. When we got up we were so full that we had to walk all the way across the Williamsburg bridge back to Greenwich Village... not too much fun on one of the hottest nights in history. So... order carefully because everything is so delicious that you'll probably finish it! read more

This is definitely our new regular place. When my husband and I think about dinner this is the first place that comes to mind, no matter what is the size of our appetite or the type of your diet requirement. I came over with out-of-town vegetarian (fish eating) friends recently and we left bursting at the seams. With a selection of their exquisite pickles plate, the incredible daily ceviche and our most favorite fish plate, to some "small dishes" - brussels sprouts, roasted cauliflowers and the aioli roasted potatoes. We added the whole fish to that and their incredible signature "big salad" (which I always order) and that was a good enough tall order for 3 healthy eaters (and with no drinks it was less than $120). What we so love about the menu is the flexibility to build a meal for any budget, apetite, and diet. But even more and most important is the smiles and the company of the server and bartender sister - brother owners - duo that are most always present that makes the entire experience feel as if you are coming into their personal kitchen, they are so friendly and knowledgeable and makes eating there so much more pleasurable. read more