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    Lore

    4.3 (121 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Mushroom on a 'pancake '
    Wenn S.

    Lore is one of our favorite restaurants and a neighborhood staple for sure. There was a steady flow of customers from the start to the end of our dinner experience and I think you can safely say this restaurant is here to stay forever .... One thing to note is the restaurant is not very big and there are many tables squished next to each other in 1 cozy dining room. Plus bar seating. If you suffer from claustrophobia or human phobia or are having a private intimate dinner with lots of secrets to share , I do not recommend you come to this restaurant as it's on the loud and tight quarters side. Plus your conversation will be heard by those around you. However if you are happy to share your space with foodies in a sit down dinner at a friends home type atmosphere then run to Lore! For food reccs: Highly recommend - Dosa ( so good we ordered 2!) Mushroom entree was so good too I didn't love the Samosa as it was drenched in a sauce that was red and not my jive . Like my samosa super crispy . Delicata squash appetizer was so good too Amazing Lore thank you once again for a very scrumptious meal !

    Butterless chicken

    Solid mocktails and good dosa, really not tasty butter chicken which feels like a pretty straightforward dish. Wouldn't recommend but wouldn't not recommend.

    Butterless butter chicken
    Janet Y.

    A promising place I've been eyeing since they opened but finally had a chance to try it. The space is small and tables are pretty close together inside the dining area so not good if you don't like tight spaces or big groups. The food was a hit or miss for me. We had the lamb kebab and ravioli for appetizers and while the kebab had a nice taste to it with the sauce, the ravioli was just flavorless and too mushy in texture for me. The butterless butter chicken was interesting and reminded me more of a korma than butter chicken. Please note, this is a whole leg/thigh piece with bone in, not cut up chunks of chicken. The prawns were cooked well, had a nice bounce and not chewy. The sauce was a bit too spicy to my liking with a lot of dried pieces of ginger or ginger rind? I wish I had asked for the sauce on the side because it ruined the coconut rice for me. Hindsight, I regret letting my husband choose the apps and not asked for the Dosa instead since that seems to be the highlight from other reviewers. Ended the meal with the baklava with ginger ice cream and this was very good! I'm usually not into baklava due to the heavy rose water taste but this one was mild and not the traditional style. I would recommend this The servers were nice and friendly. The owner was there as well greeting people and stopping to chat. Maybe I expected to be "WOW" because of the Michelin guide stats but it just didn't quite do it for me.

    Sucheta B.

    Delicious intimate spot for innovative South Indian food! Highly recommend the dosa, chapli kebab, hariyali chicken and steak. These dishes in particular were all big portion sizes and we left very full. They also have some really fun cocktails. They have two mocktails but I was doing dry January and prefer not too have super sweet mock tails and docked a star because they don't have most sodas (only ginger ale) and when I asked for club soda they also didn't have that so I stuck with plain water.

    Jacquelyn C.

    Had high hopes since it was on the Michelin guide but was super disappointed. The dhosa was the best part of this meal. We ordered the lamb kebab as an appetizer and didn't expect for it to be just one tiny kebab. It also tasted like a lot of filler and not much lamb meat. For $24 I expected more. The portions are small but filling, at least for me it was. The Brussels sprouts were charred way too much. The butterless butter chicken was one thigh.

    Butter Masala Steak and Lamb Rack
    Sreya M.

    A very honest opinion loading: I've had this on my list for so long and we went for my bfs birthday. First things first do not go here with expecting Indian food at all. It's a fusion. Keeping that in my mind it's important to not have the expectation of having traditional Indian food. What's being accomplished here is not being done anywhere else, absolutely 5 stars for creativity, service and quality. The apps? Out of this world no notes. We got the dosa and the lamb kebabs. But the entrees? I got the butter masala steak (just a warning very spice forward and not like spicy hot no I mean just extraordinary amounts of spice) but overall would definitely get again. I thought a masala steak was very creative and completely melted in my mouth but then it went south because my bf got the lamb rack... that was our worst bite. The lamb had no seasoning at all (no salt or pepper) and the sauce was an onion jam which was again VERY spice forward. I assume the thought process was to under spice the lamb because the jam would make up for it, but the jam was just unpleasant. Overall 3 out of 5 for entrees. I can tell the chef/owner is very very talented. What he's taking on which is an Indian FUSION is no easy feat. My recommendation would be drinks, apps and the steak but if you're not a steak person go somewhere else for dinner. Final consensus, I'll definitely be back for the drinks and appetizers but may go elsewhere for my main entree. (Can't comment on the dessert but might give it a try on our next visit)

    Aaron V.

    This place to say the least was amazing. The atmosphere was great. The ambiance was great. All of the employees and the owner, amazing. Good food, good vibes, and an overall great experience. The owner @JayKumar even share some Fitness tips with me. I will definitely go back!

    Roti Ravioli (eggplant, spaghetti squash, vindaloo sauce, pomegranate)
    Jenny C.

    Trying "reimagined Indian cuisine" in a small-but-mighty restaurant in Park Slope. I tried two of their starters and two of their mains but what stood out the most was their famous Fermented Dosa. It lived up to its hype and was the star of the show, with its crispy texture and coconut filling that was the perfect amount of "not-too-sweet". The Roti Ravioli was a little too spicy for me (and I can usually handle spiciness quite well) but the mains were delicious. The space is very tight and you really should make a reservation ahead. Otherwise, be prepared to wait for a table!

    Sappho
    Nelson Y.

    The food at Lore is no joke! We ordered several things off the menus and every dish is bursting with flavors. Each dish was perfectly balanced and the textures really make each dish a joy to eat! The fermented dosa was so good, but the roti ravioli stole the show for me! The texture of the pomegranate seeds with the perfectly al dente ravioli combined with the flavor made this dish unforgettable! The service was also spot on, the waiter made sure everything was to our liking and made sure we enjoyed our food. You couldn't ask for better service! Despite the restaurant being packed, the ambiance of the restaurant was still cozy, but not the point where you're on top of someone else. The volume level wasn't so bad, so you can definitely enjoy your conversation without yelling over each other. Definitely book a reservation for Lore because this place is popular! will be coming back!

    Aperol Spritz
    Jessica C.

    The elevator pitch of LORE is that it "tells the stories of intersecting cultures, experiences, and flavors, all rooted in the essence of community" and I wholeheartedly agree after dining here. During brunch, I had the Steak and Eggs, the Dosa, and a Mimosa. Everything was delicious and I was a little disappointed that I didn't have room to try more dishes (they had great portions). On top of the food / drinks being great, the service was also wonderful. The seating is a bit tight inside but the host, server, and even Chef smoothly made their rounds to check in with everyone. I love dining at a place where the staff seem to genuinely want me to have a great experience and I felt that energy here. I cannot wait to return and try more of their menu. Returning here for another meal is must before the year is done!

    Fermented Dosa- Sides
    Glenn C.

    Side notes: Dosa is the best thing here. Order it, order it, order it. Desserts are outstanding. Entrees were tasty. Menu online doesn't have all the offerings of the in-house one so some dishes below don't have the full description. I was at this spot with a few others a couple nights ago. I originally was going to potentially have some bias but the food was good enough here that bias is not necessary. Service was friendly and warming and the head chef Jay(esh) Kumar clearly loves what he does here. He used to work in Switzerland and the food here is an eclectic mix of Indian and various global flavors. To drink, I got the Alcott with coconut washed rye whiskey, rhubarb, and "East India " which was perhaps rum or maybe arrack? which was tasty. Strong coconut flavor with some warmth and fruit. To start, two of us went with the Fermented Dosa with coconut chutney, potato, red lentil daal, and gunpowder. This was probably the best dosa I've ever had and I've had a lot from fancy spots to hole in the walls whether it be NJ or NY. The dosa has a wonderful crispiness and the potato inside was well flavored without being too spicy. The sides whether it be the coconut chutney, the middle chutney (tomato maybe) or the daal were also really delicious. They could honestly sell this only and probably have a line out the door. I tried the Lamb Chapli Kebabs with baba ghanoush, castelvetrano olives, and tomato confit. This was a smaller plate but the meat was rich and tende and it was also very tasty. The last person got the Baked Puff Pastry Samosa with tamarind chutney and mango cashew crème. The sweetness was heavier than most samosas and overall it was alright and my least favorite but still good (but the rest were outstanding.) The chef provided us with a fish curry (sea bream) which was tasty. He said they might add this to the menu as well with a different fish likely. Would recommend. Very tasty. As my main dish, I went with the Lamb Chops. The description online doesn't exist but I know they came with some roasted eggplant and onions as well as a thickened Rogan Josh curry sauce. The curry sauce was a fun spin and the lamb was nicely cooked. They didn't ask about meat temperature and it came out medium but it was plenty tender. I tried the Hen of the Woods Mushroom Uttapam with shiitake, tomato chutney, and arugula. As with the appetizer, this dish more inspired by Indian food was also outstanding. The Uttapam had a good crisp to it and the shiitake was a good way of adding earthiness. It would make a delicious light dish. Another person had Prawns (no current description) which had I think perhaps some type of mango sauce and some seafood rice. I only tried a bit but it was tasty. They were of course served whole and there was a separate plate for the shells. The last person had their popular Sea Bream Ssam with butter head lettuce, cucumbers, mint chutney, hot red chutney, and malabar spices which they loved. My dessert of choice was Semolina Pudding with caramelized banana, cashew, and rose ice cream. While not listed on the current online menu, this was essentially a delicious mix of sooji halwa and banana's foster. The banana added some good fruity sweetness, the cashews had some good crunch, and the rose ice cream added good floral flavors. It was rich and delicious. I also tried the Chocolate Cake (unknown description) which was excellent and others loved their Stone Fruit Granité with olive oil curd, stone fruit, and shiso. The food here was outstanding as was the service. The Indian or directly inspired Indian food is better but everything was tasty. Will go back. Mid/upper 4.

    Dosa
    Michelle T.

    Stopped by for dinner and they had no seats at the bar nor restaurant. If you want to try this place, you must make a reservation in advance. We sat outside and they were nice enough to provide us with heating. Ordered dosa , steak frites and jerk chicken. Dosa was amazing and flavor was immaculate. The steak was good but too over powering of peppercorn. We asked for medium for the steak and it was overcooked. Jerk chicken was not worth it and flavor was mild. Before we were done with the fries, they already asked us for dessert and then gave us the bill. We felt rushed and surprised at the service by the waitress. For the price they charge, you would expect better service. I would skip this place in the future.

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    Every dish at Lore that we have had has been delicious and balanced. The staff are always thoughtful. Highly recommend.

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    Honeycomb Hi-Fi Lounge

    Honeycomb Hi-Fi Lounge

    3.7
    (42 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Was brought here by a dear friend, a neighborhood regular…read more The cocktail was amazing, selection very diverse- many hard-to-find liquors, etc. Bartender was incredibly knowledgable and attentive. My friend and I each order a cocktail, and are catching up. I'm from Brooklyn, however I no longer live here, and this was precious catch-up time with my friend. Then I get interrupted mid-sentence by the old-timer DJ from his low seat in a corner behind the bar. I had bumped the bar with my wrist (bumped my wrist watch as well, not deliberately) and then placed my hand down (granted- more than placed but definitely not slammed), and he decided to warn me that I COULD HAVE made his record skip. It was the Eagles or Santana (far from eclectic, but that's just me). I'm also 99% certain he turned the volume up afterwards, making it even harder to enjoy the company. After that interaction, I struggled to pick it back up with my friend, because I found that distraction very effing rude. When this "4th wall" gets broken down with service, it is hard to then enjoy the space in an uninhibited state. I am all for the Tokyo Vinyl Bar vibe, and I'm also for also giving talent an outlet to share their collection, but this interaction colored my experience, and I closed out after one drink and went elsewhere. I mentioned this to the bartender, and he was kind to offer a buy-back of a rare whiskey, which I did accept. 5 stars for the bartender, but 1 for my experience. I don't like to be harsh or unnecessarily cruel, but this is what it is. I have visited in the past and enjoyed myself. Nonetheless, I certainly won't be coming back.

    It's clear this place takes inspiration from Japanese vinyl listening bars, from their menu of…read morehighballs to their vinyl collection and attention to the audio experience. I've made it a point to visit every vinyl listening bar that I learn of in town, after enjoying the shared experience of someone curating a select vinyl list in intimate spaces in Tokyo. Few have been able to replicate the experience, but Honeycomb Hi Fi Lounge comes close. That the space is narrow with just a few seats along the bar and a few tables mimics the Japanese experience best, where you can almost have it so the whole room is having one conversation together. The music is the focus. The cocktail menu is rather simple, and my Stormbringer drink, with dark rum and ginger beer was not anything to write home about, but $15 is pretty low for cocktails these days so I'll take it. If they introduced new cocktails to the menu with more interesting ingredients I'd be more inclined to return, but the vibes overall are pretty good and the staff really nice.

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    Sunken Harbor Club

    Sunken Harbor Club

    4.5
    (116 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Sweet Polly

    Sweet Polly

    4.2
    (219 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    What a friggin VIBE. Maybe I need to get out more but we were in the area for a show at Barclays…read moreand I looked up where to go afterwards on a few different platforms, and sweet Polly sounded like my vibe. It's this almost speak easy vibe behind big dark doors, you enter into a quaint space with small cocktail tables for seating and bar room. The cocktails were simply outrageous. Crafted to perfection with potion bottles used as finishers (yes potion bottles for their perfect witch craft making bartenders!) I think I enjoyed the bartenders work ethics as a concept the most. Sure the place was hitting the nail on the head for any speak easy, specialty cocktail seeking person's dream. But the fact that the bartenders were straight ripping through putting out eclectic drinks, with a smile on their face that was genuine was most impressive. I want to go back not just because I'm in the area. I'll go out of my way for this one. Nice job Sweet Polly!

    What a beautiful space! This spot is very well decorated and the staff is super friendly. We just…read morepopped in for some quick drinks but tried the nut mix which was delicious. I got an amaretto sour which is my usual, and they went very traditional and even did some cute hearts on top! Fabulous! My only complaint was that for the place not being busy at the time, it really took way too long for things to come out. 15-20+ minutes for drinks. They do offer water which was nice.

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    Barely Disfigured

    Barely Disfigured

    4.5
    (182 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    This bar has a very fun fun concept- a bar turned from a former brothel. The motif on the door is a…read moreplay on the 'this is not a pipe' work, which really added to the vibe I was expecting. Unfortunately this place fell very flat. Leading with what we liked: Their mocktail offerings were good, promising a 0.0% ABV which is hard to come across when mocktails are offered. They serve oysters, which adds to that aphrodisiac experience of the oh so 'wow this is a former brothel!'. The bartenders and servers were fast and very sociable with the more sociable customers. The immediate entrance is very tight, and it was uncomfortable navigating the space. We expected there'd be more seating in the back, which there was, but it was limited and not offered to us until we asked for it. We honestly had no clue where it would be and only asked because of how this place was advertised. While it was comfy once we made our way back there, it was reminiscent of a lounge style bar space that almost any bar could replicate with the right room and budget. We didn't feel as though this hit the spot and were let down by this experience. I'm not sure if I can judge the menu of drinks/ foods as expensive, but we left hungry bc we couldn't justify some of the prices. In addition, I've seen a lot of complaints about the volume of the music: it's definitely loud at the front but a lot lower in that back lounge space. It's as loud as any bar's music level would be, but truth be told we were expecting music that matched the vibe of what was advertised and yes, at a lower volume.

    i love this bar!! it's not great for big groups, but perfect for a date night or group of 2-3…read moreit's a pretty small space favorite drink is the hokusai, i absolutely love it

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