I ate dinner at Luana's Tavern while in Brooklyn for a work trip. I was craving Fish & Chips and saw this place had decent reviews. Even though I was a solo diner I still made a reservation. I'm glad I did, as it was a very busy Saturday evening when I got there. They have a huge covered patio area which I'm sure is nice when it's warmer out. I was seated inside by the bar. My server was fine. He wasn't overly friendly, but he got the job done. To start I ordered the Pretzel. It was huge! Definitely a shareable item. Next I got the Fish & Chips. These were good, although I found myself wishing it came with one more piece of fish. All in all, my craving was satisfied. I would come back. read more

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Luana's Tavern in Carroll Gardens is our favorite neighborhood tavern serving hearty dishes in casual, warm space. We came by on a Sunday night after we decided we couldn't be bothered to cook and wanted to try a new spot in the neighborhood. We ordered some drinks, Franks in a Blanket and two of their daily specials, the spicy vodka rigatoni and the smash burger royale. We were honestly thrilled with both. For dessert we had the rich chocolate cake and brownie sundae served piled high in an old-fashioned milkshake glass. This is the type of place we want to be regulars at. The ambiance is warm and inviting, the service is great, and the food and drinks are delicious read more

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First time visit for brunch and I'm going to bet that other meals here follow suit similar to their brunch. I think Luana's has been around for two years and I had the opportunity to visit today for a holiday weekend brunch. Sometimes, a pub or tavern lends to a reputation that the food is kind of well, bar food---satisfying but not the best quality. Brunch at Luana's was the pub exception to the rule. For one thing, the space was beautiful, whether indoors or outside on their patio. We originally started outdoors, but bees started to swarm around the area which was when we took things indoors. To start, we selected a drink from their Spritz menu. Mine was Limoncello while the other was Hugo (Elderflowr). For brunch selection, I finally went outside of the (always ordering eggs) box and selected French Toast. The other order was the Ricotta Pancakes. Opinion? They believe in serving more natural products/high quality ingredients. The syrup for griddle orders was pure Maple Syrup and not the high fructose variety found on store shelves. Big plus for me. French Toast was unlike anything I've ever tasted: two thick Brioche slices, light and served with a berry compote and fresh cream. This was to die for and I was ecstatic to pass on ordering anything related to eggs/omelets. I tasted the Ricotta Pancakes which was also extremely good. Both dishes were excellent. My experience today merits five stars: delicious food, service and ambience. I'm eager to return again. I viewed the dinner menu and there doesn't seem to be many choices that aren't fried or red meat. If I could select a healthy option, I'm willing to try and will update my review. Visiting Luana's Tavern for brunch was a great kick off to wrapping up summer during this holiday weekend. But don't fret, there are celebrations taking place here all year long. read more

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Excellent service and food. Ordered the bolognese, shrimp tacos, and a smash burger. The outside seating is a great location for people watching and enjoying the neighborhood. They have a few large tvs playing whatever popular sport is on at the time too if you're into that read more

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A favorite local restaurant for my husband Tom and me; we go often. A very nice corner restaurant with a large antique marble bar, a spacious dining area with a party room (with fireplace) and a very large outside area (enclosed with heat for the winter), for excellent sports watching. Family friendly; super for groups; great food; something for everyone. It's definitely a neighborhood lovely feeling type of restaurant we all need and love! read more

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Save your money. Place is a total ripoff. Chicken portion was disgraceful. There are countless better spots nearby.

Nice place with big outside seating area. Food and drinks were average. Place is more for a chill time to watch a game or hang with friends.

Good apps, entrees, and drinks! The tavern burger & smashburger will leave you satisfied. The chicken frites was a table favorite as well! Wonderful service and chill ambiance. Absolutely coming back! read more

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Pretty, laidback restaurant with convenient indoor & outdoor seating. The menu is decent but the food taste was hit or miss. I liked the fried chicken sandwich, fish & chips, corn cobs but the Thai chicken salad was subpar. Drinks are very good. Give it a try for lunch or early dinner. read more

Went a little after opening on a Tuesday for drinks and snacks. Hostess told us to sit anywhere at the bar, they she went back to her phone. Bartender took a while to greet us. we ordered drinks and snacks. we ordered the short rib tacos, but were told it would be awhile as they were going to make a new batch. we said fine and got them immediately. the spinach artichoke dip was flavorless, tacos brittled and greasy. the pretzel was good. our drinks were fine, but I expected the food to be better. disappointing as we live in the neighborhood. read more

My friend and I went to Luana's Tavern at 6pm on a Wednesday. I made a reservation, but it was not necessary for the outdoor space. I was not super attentive to what was going on inside, but it also did not appear to be packed. We took advantage of the beautiful weather and the outdoor vibes were fantastic! My only small issue was they seated another party of two immediately near us when there were plenty of open tables available. I got the smash burger ($23) and my friend got the wild mushroom pappardelle ($21). We split a brownie sundae, but I didn't inquire about the price. My friend enjoyed the pappardelle and had no complaints. I thought the fries were done better than the burger but the dish itself is nothing special, especially for a $23 price point. The patties on the smash burger are so thin they have to cook it medium, and nothing about the sauce or flavor on the meat was outstanding. The brownie in the sundae was also on the dry side, slightly compensated for by the ice cream, but also unimpressive. Service was phenomenal, and I wish I caught the server's name so I could recommend her! She did very frequent check backs but in a friendly, not pushy, manner. Overall, I would recommend Luana's if you're looking for a more upscale dining spot with decent food and excellent vibes. read more

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After dinner nearby, we stopped by here for drinks and dessert since we saw the nice outdoor seating. The outdoor space is covered with faux grass and plenty of seating, which would be perfect on a sunny day. I ordered a Specialty Old Fashioned ($17), which was pricier than the regular but not really sure what the difference even is to be honest. We also got an order of Cheesecake ($17) and Franks in a Blanket ($14). While both dishes were good, they were super pricey for what we got. Overall, nice spot to dine on a sunny day out. The service was great as our server was friendly and quick to bring everything out for us, but the price just wasn't worth it. read more

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It's everything anyone would love. Outdoor seating. Street parking. Friendly staff. Tacos delicious. All the reviews said the burgers were great. Sadly not me. Made me nauseous eating my burger. Was not my cup a tea. I recommend for appetizer and drinks. read more

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Luanas is the best place to get a pint of Guinness in the neighborhood. Classic pub interior with a great outdoor area for watching sports. I have been here 5 times and never ordered anything other than the chicken sandwich because it's that good. French onion soup and the fries are so good too. Service is fire also, shoutout the team read more

I visited this place when it first opened, and I'm so glad I did. The interior design is stunning. They have a beautiful vintage-looking bar that takes center stage, as well as lots of seating (including outdoor). The waitstaff was patient and kind, and they answered every question we had about the menu. This place is known for its burgers and duck wings, so we tried both of the burgers on the menu and the wings. The burgers were the best burgers I've tried in years. I don't know what it is about them. They're full of flavor, as are the wings. The crispy chicken sandwich was also really good. You can't go wrong here. It's a great neighborhood spot and I'm looking forward to going back! read more

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On a weekend, there was surprisingly plenty of seats both outdoors and indoors. The waitresses are very friendly and I loved how they engaged with the children. The corn ribs are just an easy way to share an elote. The ricotta toast was soft but crunchy for the crust. They gave a generous amount of ricotta. It was less exciting than I expected it to taste. It was lackluster. The fries for my chicken burger weren't good, but my partner got egg Benedict. Dipping it in their hollandaise egg yolk was yummy. The burger itself had a bit of a kick to it- not too spicy. It was very meaty. They could've put more apricot jam to make it more unique/ the taste more distinct. They have a deal on inkind for $25 off $75+ otherwise I probably wouldn't be visiting again. read more

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Randomly came across Luana's Tavern while walking in the neighborhood one day. I really love the spacious outdoor seating area they have and the staff is usually friendly. It seems quite family /neighborhood friendly as I always see families with small children there. It's great that there is a place in the neighborhood for families to go if they want to have cocktails + small bites + a nice enclosed space for their little ones. I would recommend Luana's for a more chill place. I haven't tried any of their actual brunch / dinner items, but I have found that their appetizers does the job if paired with a nice beverage. My usual order are their chicken wings and franks in a blanket! read more

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In the spring we stopped here for drinks. As we watched food pass by, we knew we wanted to come back. Our food was delicious and we loved the outdoor seating. read more

Solid food, great burgers, good location, great service and a chill spot to at a meal outdoors.

Luana's Tavern offers up a lovely outdoor space, friendly staff, and a menu full of delicious options! We enjoyed a brunch out in their covered outdoor patio, which is dog-friendly, on beautiful late-summer's day. My husband and I split a selection of tasty treats including the pigs in a blanket (comes with 4), short-rib tacos (comes with 2), and ricotta pancakes. All were heavenly and I would gladly order them again! read more

The restaurant's visual elements work well. This cozy restaurant creates excellent meals. The restaurant personnel exceed typical expectations. Each dish represents quality. I want this place to become a landmark. read more

#LuanasTavern ** 3.5 stars ** rounding up to 4 stars because of Andrea! Our server was honest about her recommendations and super attentive. We have heard positive things about the Tavern burger ($25) The bacon jam is an additional $3, however we were told it is no longer an add on (please remove from the menu or consider it bringing it back - it does make a difference). The onions would be better if they were caramelized. The temperature (Medium) was perfect, the flavor on point, and it also comes with a side of fries. If we are looking to compare burgers in Carroll Gardens - Elena's Burger from Cremini's still holds the crown. The cocktail list is one to check out. We have tried the Smoke Show and Espresso Martini (made with Mezcal -$15). well-made drinks! They also have plenty of outdoor seating. We'll be back to try out other drinks/food on the menu. read more

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LUANA'S TAVERN Great Place & Friend "ERICO" Great outdoor or indoor Dining, The food is Delicious! read more

Loved Paige's hospitable service and friendly demeanor. Tavern burger is the way to go- the house blend of beef. Paired perfectly with a Weihenstephan in a frosty mug. read more

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- the tavern burger was very well made the bun complemented the burger burger was perfectly juicy had a lot of cheese - tavern burger is more of a burger, the smash burger is more of a mashup - magician on Monday nights - tasty cherry beer - tasty cider, that I've never had before - good Mac n cheese - tavern fries are regular - good French onion soup - salad was ok - service was ok - my company was turned off by the presence of a dog not s service dog not part of a the magic show - old timey bar feel read more

Food is always very good, great beer selection (best Guinness in the neighborhood), and the staff is always so accommodating. Enrique and his team have done an excellent job! read more

Highly recommend this place. The outdoor patio is such a vibe on a nice day. The drinks and food were delicious! We got the pretzels, spinach and artichoke dip, corn ribs, patatas bravas, chicken frites, tavern burger, crispy chicken sandwich and short rib tacos and I would get them all again! We originally came for just drinks but once we saw the food coming out for other people we decided to stay for dinner and it did not disappoint. Would give 5 stars but the service was not the best had to wait 30 min to get a drink (because they only had one bartender on a Saturday night of a holiday weekend) and all of the entrees came out around the same time except the crispy chicken sandwich which ended up coming out like 20 min later after all of the rest of us were basically done eating. Will still definitely go back because the food and atmosphere is worth it!! read more

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Came here for Thanksgiving lunch! It's fairly a new restaurant but very cute inside with great service. The co-owner, Enrique, was our server and it seems like it's all operated by his very cute family! The food was great, I loved everything and it was super convenient for those that don't like to cook. I would say their cocktails are also great, I had about 5 Camilas...great attention to our table and very friendly. I would say that the dessert, the pies, probably could have been warmed up a bit as they weren't as warm as we would've liked. read more

Best spot in the neighborhood. From the unique interior, big wall of windows, amazing food with variety (burger, pasta, fish, steak all quality), staff, Enrique and his wife. Also good value of what you get for prices. I'm a Guinness snob and it is solid here. Custom cocktails are very tasty too read more

Came here for brunch on a Saturday and absolutely loved it. Very cozy inside, with friendly staff. The drinks were good with a good local beer selection. The food was incredible though. They give large portions and it's very high quality American food. We split a burger and chicken sandwich and I'd happily do it all over again. read more

Great addition to the neighborhood. Thankful for a nice outdoor space. Great menu a little bit of everything (tavern food, pasta, small plates). We had duck wings, tuna tartare, dozen oysters & pigs in a blanket. So good!!! Great bottle of wine Castro Candaz suggested by the owners. Thankful to have a nice place to come during the week or weekends! read more

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Walking on Court st we decided to walk in and check out Luana's Tavern. Upon entry the host greeted us and we decided to sit at the bar. We had the BLT salad, duck wings, Tavern burger and fingerlings. Everything was delicious. The tavern burger was my favorite. The service was amazing and the food was delicious! The place felt so cozy and chill. They have a spacious outdoor area with large TVs that plays sports. We then went outside for some more beers and spent the rest of the evening out there enjoying the good music. Will definitely be back! read more

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I saw this place had opened a short time ago in what many thought was a cursed space. They were wrong. Tonight I experienced amazing food, warm service and no pretensions when we popped in for dinner. The space is lovely and successfully blends the original early 1900s bar with a more modern and comfortable aesthetic. More to the point, the food on the straight forward menu was executed beautifully, and matched by an extensive tap beer, wine and specialty cocktail list. I die for steamed clams and I think this time I actually went to heaven! The tavern burger was ridiculously tasty and served with perfect hand-cut fries. Oh, and the chilled pea soup with crab and pea shoots was at the level of restaurants with official stars. Owner and manager, Enrique, is a local and named the place after his daughter, Luana. Wow! Great vibe, great food and dog-friendly patio. I'm definitely going back! read more

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Super friendly atmosphere, top notch food and overall just a perfect vibe. The live bands on Friday nights are fun and a nice change of pace from the usual background music at restaurants. read more

Can not wait to go back to this place. I loved the smash burger and the French onion soup

So I did have a mixed experience but I'll get to why. Restaurant has plentiful outside and inside seating. Very kid friendly. And mildly chaotic. We had the brunch menu which did not have a ton of options but the arugula salad was alright. Way too expensive imo (w/ chicken 28$) but balanced and hearty while being healthy. My partner got the chicken sandwich. Wickedly good. best item we had and I would recommend this item for anyone unsure but want to try this restaurant. For kids we got grilled cheese (kids ate but was pretty medium) and fries. Other kiddos had chicken nuggets (looked terrible but we're really good quality) There is an open outdoor space with toys geared towards 5 and under kiddos which was wonderful if you have that need. Couple of challenges 1 - we went to the bathroom and came back to someone starting to clean up our table (whoops) 2 - they don't have sweet potato fries (missed opportunity) 3 - took forever to get our menus to order with (very difficult with 3 kiddos to add wait time at the front) Overall good experience, leaning a little high due to our specific needs probably a traditional 4 star. Cheers read more

Absolutely LOVE Luanas! We go at least once a week for a drink and we often bring friends when they are in town visiting! Enrique and Alana are so amazing every time we go it's like visiting friends. The staff is friendly the drinks are awesome and the food never misses! If you do go...which you should, get the smash burger, shrimp tacos, pretzel honestly anything and you will love it! read more

We were a party of four on a Sunday evening. Had a great experience. Really enjoyed our starters (duck wings, pigs in a blanket, grilled asparagus) and our mains were also very good (chicken frites, smash burger, Thai chicken salad, fish & chips). The manager/owner stopped by and checked in on us. A strong addition to the Court Street choices. read more

Finally, someone turned this amazing space into a great neighborhood spot back in Carroll Gardens. Great drinks and great vibe. The owners came over and introduced themselves. Very friendly place. Can't wait to go back and try the food. read more

We ordered the duck legs (called wings on the menu but you get four legs), lemon ricotta pancakes and the BLT. Each item was better than the one before and the BLT may be the best I've ever had although next time I may ask them to toast the bread a smidge more. Additional our server was kind and attentive and the owner chimed in to give us details on the menu. The experience felt like having chef-level food in a friendly neighborhood bar. Next time I'll try the drinks too! read more

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