Trekking 20 minutes from the F train like I'm surviving the Oregon Trail, all for one thing: the Red Hook Tavern burger. ​Is it near a subway? Absolutely not. Did I sweat through my shirt walking here? 100%. Was it worth every single step? Bro. Yes. ​Every single guy in this place is staring into the open kitchen watching rows of these bad boys get lined up like a high-stakes assembly line. At thirty bucks a pop, it better deliver--and it does. ​Got it medium rare per the waiter's orders, and this thing was so juicy it practically declared war on my shirt. The grease dripped all over the fries (which are cut like pickle chips, absolute genius move). It's slammed with melted American cheese, a solid pile of raw onion, and a pepper crust that deserves its own medal. ​Washed the whole masterpiece down with an ice-cold Classic Coke. Peak performance achieved. ​Pro-tip: If the main room is packed, hit Tavern Next Door. Moodier vibe, same legendary kitchen. ​10/10, would hike across Brooklyn again. ​ read more

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Yeah tbh this restaurant is perfect from the decor to of course the food like it's just sooooo nicely curated in a not at all pretentious way. We were able to get seated immediately at like 6:30 on a wed which tbh i was kind of gagged by and only made me even more gleeful during the entire experience We shared some fantastic kale salad, fish and chips, and gnudi. The gnudi was seasonal fall w like kabocha and hazelnuts and it was sooooo good. Both elements of the fish and chips were uniquely shaped in a diff way than standard and they were perhaps the best i have ever had. The rainbow cookies for dessert are imo a must id never tried them before and i have a feeling ur standard italian bakery is just not doing them like they are here. When i come back i'd be tempted to get this exact order again bc i was so tickled by everything but also theres sm id want to try.... My first time in red hook and even tho we didnt walk around i j cld tell it was awesome i loved the vibe. Helped convince me to keep my car in nyc bc i want to come back!!!! read more

Red Hook Tavern - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Burger was the main reason i came. Came from a work trip so it was like 9pm lol so was ready to eat So much hype for this burger so i had too and it did not disappoint. Big issue with these fat patties is the bottom bun become ssoggy. This did not have that issue. This was. A great juicy ass burger with so much flavor and well salted. The onion was also great at cutting through the fattiness. Only downside was i needed more pickle, just something acidic to cut through the richness. Pork chop great too. Took the pickled peppers from there and put on my burger lol Pork chop was a bit too sweet for fot my liking and a bit tougher than i would like. Still good dish but i was comparing to il cavalini so thats hard competition to go against. Overall solid place and heard there pastas are good too. Server was great and came by a lot even though it was almost tkme for closing. read more

Red Hook Tavern - Burger - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Started waiting in the walk-in line shortly after 4:30pm on a Sunday night. Got seated outside right at 5pm after the reservations and we ordered their burger, kale salad, cavatelli, and pork chop. Gotta be one of the best meals here in NY. Burger is so juicy and good. Kale salad was well balanced. Cavatelli was cooked perfectly, had a nice kick of spice and tender oxtail. Pork chop could have been more tender but flavor was good. It was a bit chilly outside but they had heat lamps right next to the table. Service was quick and attentive, we were in and out which was what we wanted. read more

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Was really excited to get a reservation and make the trek to Red Hook. Was a little disappointed that we got sat at the bar, but it was ok. Started with the ham croquettes, which were just ok. Decent flavor but nothing extraordinary. The french onion soup was also solid with a wonderful gruyere crusted layer. As for mains, of course the requisite burger to share and we shared the smoked pork chop which came highly recommended by the bartender. The burger is excellent for sure. Is it the best in NYC? Not sure, but it's very good. The smoked pork chop was fantastic and the best thing we had. Apparently the pork chop is smoked at Hometown BBQ and loved the all the components from the ramps, cherry peppers and the grits. They pushed the food out pretty fast, so we were in and out in an hour, especially since they have limited desserts. read more

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Very good! We had been really wanting to try the burger for a while and stopped by during the lunch seating and were put on the waitlist on a Friday. The host was very honest about potentially not being seated as it was close to closing but thankfully we made it!! We sat at the bar, which was perfect. Burger was very good and ambience was your classic ny tavern. I don't think we'll run back but so glad we finally went! Yum. read more

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We came here to try the famous burger. I can confidently say it was worth the price and It was a great burger. I'm still deciding if I'm ready to give it the title of best burger in New York City, though. You could definitely taste the great quality of the meat, and they let it shine through by not having too many additional components to the burger. It is also a pretty big burger and comes with a good amount of fries on the side. We also got the wedge salad, which was amazing. The dressing and leaves are great. And then, of course, the huge piece of thick-cut bacon was amazing and cooked perfectly. The rainbow cookies were also easily the best ones I've ever had. They were moist and dense, coated with perfectly executed tempered chocolate, and overall delicious. We actually ordered a second order of them. They were that good. Atmosphere inside is very fun and old school, and the service was excellent. The food came out very quickly. Definitely worth trying! read more

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We did our signature move that has been working wonders for us for years: No reservation, No problemo. Go when the restaurant just opens and you have a pretty good chance of getting in. This time was no exception. We got there around 5:30pm and were seated around 7pm-- honestly not bad at all. I absolutely loved the old-school tavern feel and the vintage aesthetics of the place. The service was amazing, and we ended up sitting at the bar, which is personally my favorite spot bc you get that more one-on-one experience with the bartender/server. His recommendations did not disappoint. We almost ordered the mussels, but he pointed us in the right direction and convinced us to go with the prawns instead. So glad we listened. They were delicious -- perfectly grilled, coated in a garlicky sauce that was just begging to be soaked up -with the sourdough toast on the side. And of course... The Burger! Very classic: American cheese, white onion, simple and beautiful. But the quality and flavor were outstanding. Exactly the kind of burger where you realize you don't need anything fancy to make it great. The chips I was not a fan of, just a more personal taste. I prefer the traditional way. We also tried the cavatelli with oxtail ragú and breadcrumbs. Delicious, but not particularly memorable. I've definitely had better pastas in NYC. Our server strongly recommended the pork chops instead and swore by them... so that's definitely what im ordering next time. Overall, loved the vibe, loved the service, loved the burger and prawns. And yes, we'll be back -- specially for those pork chops. read more

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Went on a random Sunday. No reservation. Waited around 35 mins. The hostess was 10/10. Very kind and welcoming. Really good at her task. Inside was good vibes, low lighting and lots of chatter. waitress took our order promptly and food came out quick and correct. Ordered the famous Burger. Was it worth the drive? No. Was it worth the wait? No. Would it be worth the 2 week OpenTable reservation wait? No. Were the ingredients all good quality? Yes. Will I be back again? Doubt it. There are better burgers all over New York. One and done read more

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Take away the hype and the price and it's 5 stars BUT the hype is all you hear about - best burger in NYC. Impossible to book reservations. Yadda yadda I snagged a reservation. People line up before opening to get on the waitlist but they all got seats. Show up at 130 after the 12pm rush on the weekends and you have a great shot. We got a table right away and didn't have to wait. Decent menu but the prices reflect its popularity Best item we ate - French onion soup. Delicious. Rich. Cheese was all melted against the side of the bowl. This was perfectly salty and cheesy. The definition of French onion soup. $18 - pricy. But tasty Next best - Reuben. Perfectly done. Crisp. Savory. Covered in sauce Okay finally the burger Was it a good burger absolutely. It was thick, juicy and perfectly cooked. The semi cooked onion added to the flavor and I can see why it hyped up. BUT $34 FOR A BURGER?!? When you take the price into consideration, I don't think it's worth it. The burger is solid, but not for that amount of money The thing that surprise me was the French onion soup and the service which was almost Michelin level. Cables were cleared quickly, they wiped down the tables in between each course. I would come back on a winter day to get the soup and maybe another item off the menu. read more

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WARNING. This restaurant's requested tip amount is based off of the subtotal plus tax versus just a subtotal. So make sure you do the calculations by hand . This is a hot take but I will say the $24 Ruben here is better than the $34 dry age burger. However, I will say the burger was also pretty good as well. We got the burger medium rare. It was very juicy when bitten into. Service was a little bit mediocre given they were trying to move people in and out as fast as possible. Great casual spot. Typically they say that it is only reservations and the walk-in list is for if they are cancellations only. We were very fortunate in being able to have walked in and gotten a spot. read more

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I would say this is more of a 3.5 because 1) the distance- this is pretty far manhattan and not convenient to get to- had to take a bus from the subway 2) hard to get reservations so you had to get there early to wait in line 3) the burger was good but I did not feel good afterwards - not sure if it was because there was too much fat...but I was struggling. Thank goodness for the IKEA nearby so I could walk around and use the restroom.... That being said - had to try it since it was raved about on youtube, ig, etc. as being one of the best burgers. I actually thought the fish and chips were better. Def try this once and see for yourself if it's worth the hype - it is tasty but just far and pricey - I would understand the price if it was in Manhattan but red hook... The burger is thick just FYI - I substituted the fries for salad. Fries were a bit dry so I think this was a good move. It's more of a bar/tavern vibe. Friendly staff and there is seating outside. read more

Red Hook Tavern - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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While this place was good, it definitely is a bit overhyped and overpriced. We were lucky to get an outside table shortly after waiting in line for a bit before they opened. The burger and beer were great but the pickle and fries were even better IMO. It was fun to hit a place that's been on my list for a while but likely won't be going out of my way to come back. read more

Red Hook Tavern - But - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came here 15 mins before opening on a Saturday and there was definitely a line here! Luckily I was able to get bar seating. Of course, I had to try their burger. I like the shape of the fries, it's not something I see often. For the burger, I found the patty to be juicy and really loved the beefy flavor! Do expect it to be salty however. I've been to a number of burger places in NYC and I would definitely say it's one of my favorite burgers here! read more

Red Hook Tavern - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A little underwhelming. I genuinely have nothing bad to say about Red Hook Tavern, I do find it to be one of the places that is overhyped and didn't live up to it. Now don't get me wrong, we had a wonderful experience but for a three hour wait and an hour ride outside of Manhattan I can't sit here and say that it was worth it. The burger is great. I truly have zero qualms with it, but if I'm being completely honest for the amount that people talk about it and rate it as the number one burger in the city, I can confidently say it was not that for me. Again, it was a great burger, but it was a little overcooked and didn't wow me. The fries were not great but were by no means bad. Service and ambience were without note staff was incredibly friendly and we sat at the bar and the bartender couldn't have been more welcoming and provided better service. Overall, this is definitely a great place however, I can't say that I found it to be worth the hype. read more

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Traveled on what felt like an Odyssey-like journey from Hamilton Heights to Red Hook Tavern, and it was absolutely worth the trip. I arrived at 12:15 p.m. on a Thursday and was seated immediately as a party of one, despite the restaurant being completely packed. If you're hoping to grab lunch--especially with a group of two or more--I highly recommend getting there around 11:30 a.m. The service was thoughtful and attentive even at full capacity. I started with an IPA before ordering the star of the show: the Dry-Aged Cheeseburger (recommended medium), priced at $34. It completely lived up to the hype. Easily one of the top three burgers I've ever had, alongside Au Cheval and Nowon. Red Hook Tavern doesn't overcomplicate things. It's a "run up the middle" approach to burger-making: simple execution with exceptional ingredients. The top bun is slightly dense, while the lightly toasted bottom bun perfectly soaks up the juices. The patty is grilled beautifully, the cheese has an incredible char, and the onions underneath help balance the richness. It's a testament to how quality ingredients and precise execution can produce something extraordinary. I'd be remiss not to mention the cottage fries. They're unbelievably addictive and the perfect supporting act to the burger. Red Hook Tavern is a true NYC institution, and I highly recommend making the trip to Red Hook for this burger alone. read more

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Red Hook Tavern was absolutely delicious and definitely lived up to the hype! We walked in as a party of 2 on a Friday at 6:30pm, waited ~2.5 hours, and got seated a little after 9. Be prepared to wait even for a small party, and keep in mind they close at 9:30. We ordered the burger, fish and chips, and wedge salad. I'd say the burger and wedge salads are must-orders -- the thick slab of bacon on the wedge was phenomenal, and the bun on the burger was perfectly crispy and soaks up the juice from the burger in the best way. The fish in the fish and chips was great, but I liked the burger better. My one gripe is probably the cottage fries.. some fries were so crispy, and others were too thick with too much potato, although that might be personal preference! Worth the wait overall. read more

Red Hook Tavern - Dry Aged Cheeseburger and Fish and Chips - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Still really great (especially the wedge salad which I think is the best thing on the menu), but the burger is consistently soo overcooked I'm not convinced they actually know what medium rare means read more

Red Hook Tavern - Wedge Salad - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Such a good burger! However imo the Au Cheval burger is better. Cocktails were INCREDIBLE though, the one with saffron is definitely one of the most unique I've ever tried and delicious. Good bar seating, interior is so chic and cozy and all the waitstaff is super friendly. Would recommend if you are so lucky to snag a res! read more

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My partner and I have been wanting to try this place for a while! We decided to go on a random Tuesday for an early dinner, around 5/530. I normally see that this place gets long lines but we got in right away! Super cute pub vibe, bar seating, window stool seating and tables. I would say better for small groups. We ordered their French onion soup, burger and cavatelli ragu. Everything was delicious! We really loved the burger which was the most hyped and was very good. I like their fries as well. I'd go back for sure!! Next time for a drink at the bar and more of that burger. read more

Red Hook Tavern - Dry Aged Cheeseburger and cavatelli - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stopped by Red Hook Tavern for lunch and left very happy. The burgers are big, juicy and seriously filling, definitely the kind of meal that keeps you satisfied. I'm not sure I'd travel far or wait hours just to get a seat but if you're already in the area, it's absolutely worth stopping by. A great burger spot with a relaxed neighborhood feel. read more

Red Hook Tavern - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

One of the best burgers in the city! The rest of the menu and drinks are also awesome. I love their kale salad and shrimps dishes. It's easy to get a reservation as long as you're on right at midnight two weeks in advance. Otherwise, best of luck. If you can, sit at the bar. The bartenders are great and you'll probably make friends with your neighbor. read more

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serving one of the BEST burgers in NYC?! Y'all, this thick, juicy, cheesy burger was EVERYTHING and MORE! No reservation, no takeout, but the chef made a special exception for me! read more

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My fiance has wanted to try the burger at this restaurant for a while. So on a rainy Sunday afternoon we waited 2 hours for a classic all American burger. It was a flavorful thick patty on a sesame seed bun served with fries and a pickle. Was it worth the wait? Probably not but it was still good. The wedge salad was also flavorful and delicious. The thick cut bacon and buttermilk based dressing created a great balance. This is something I would get again. This is a cute hole in the wall tavern. Be sure to check it out when in red hook but if you show up after opening be prepared to wait. read more

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Finally made it back to RHT after a few years and the burger was just as good, if not better, than I remembered! Flavor of the dry aged meat was exquisite, and the fries it was paired with were even better than last time. We didn't have a reservation, but walked in around 5:45 and were quoted 45 minutes. It did take quite a bit longer, but I understand it can be unpredictable for walk ins so not gonna knock em for it. Still worth it!! read more

Red Hook Tavern - The burger!!! - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We walked in a few times without a reservation, and they always been accommodating. I usually just put my name on the waitlist, walk around for a bit, and they text when the table is ready. The wait has never been very long. The burger was juicy, tender, and cooked to a perfect medium rare. I'd come back just for that. The raw seafood was fresh and a great way to start the meal. The blue cheese wedge salad was another favorite. The spicy squid ink seafood pasta was the only miss for me. It was so spicy that it overpowered the natural sweetness of the seafood. Skipping the pasta but I'll definitely be back for the burger and to try more of the menu. read more

I found his restaurant while visiting the red hook winery its a short walk from there ... i arrive at 5 pm as they open was greeting with q line but restaurant has two sides one for intimate and more a bar vibe ...I would Recommend the oyster's and the red hook dry age burger service was great read more

Red Hook Tavern - Oysters - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I was really excited to try this place - kept hearing it had "the best burger". We arrived at 4:30pm on a Friday, and there was already a queue. Came specifically to try the burger. Didn't love it - the meat had a funny taste, the pickle just tasted salty (not sweet or vinegary). Fries were nice. Wedge salad was nice. A half hour wait for a table and $115 for one burger, one salad, one beer and one wine. Glad I tried it, but yeaaaaah, I don't think I'll be back. read more

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Great burger spot nice inside as well . But really small take out menu . Not sir what they don't expand it and or just make it like Everywhere else . But that's their business !! Pun intended . Burger was juicy perfectly cooked . read more

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The Red Hook Tavern burger has similar hype to LeBron James coming out of high school. It's #1 on nearly everyone's best burger in New York list. So naturally I was skeptical. Can one meat frisbee really be that much better than all the other ones? I walked 24 minutes from the nearest train stop and arrived 12:30 on a Thursday with my big homie, and we got a seat at a tiny bar stool in the corner. The ambiance feels like a cozy cabin that belongs somewhere in the mountains. We ordered oysters ($24) and 2 burgers ($32 each) that came with fries. Huge. We were filled with anticipation, as we had just hit Minetta Tavern for their famous Black Label Burger the day before, and questioned if this one would really be that much better. When this burger came... I mean talk about passing the eye test. It doesn't rely on gimmicks or a fancy build, the beauty is rooted in its simplicity: A dry aged beef patty topped by melted golden cheese that softly drapes down over a dark seared crust, contained by a glistening toasted sesame bun that's sturdy, but not overwhelming. It looks the way the human memory wants a burger to look. No excess, no flash, just BUCKETS. The meat frisbee weighed in at a hefty 12.3oz, which is 1.3oz above the median NYC burger thus far. The cottage-style fries came in at 5.1 oz. The crazy thing is, it tasted better than it looked. The thick dry-aged beef patty was seasoned well and griddled perfectly to where it had a rich crust while maintaining a juicy interior. The cheese and onion balanced the richness of the beef, while still letting it speak and be the star. I was sitting there pondering if I had ever even really had a burger before. It's a generational talent. It had so much motion that I think it might have broken the Richter scale and given the ring camera a "motion overload" error. I had to pop a dramamine right after. I'm hesitant to give a 10, as I've never given a 10 for anything, but this is a 10. It's the best burger I've ever had, it's my 2018 LeBron, my 2011 Tom Brady, my 1991 Julia Roberts. Fries were also a respectable 8/10. This vs all other burgers was a clear "there's levels to this..." performance. I'm talking Anderson Silva vs Forrest Griffin in 2009 kind of levels. I had it almost a week ago, and I'm still thinking about it. It changed me. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo read more

Red Hook Tavern - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here around 5:30 with some friends and ended up waiting about an hour since it was pretty crowded. The front desk girl let us know ahead of time that the wait would be that long, so it was expected and we didn't mind. It felt like the kind of place that usually takes reservations. We ended up sitting outside and the weather made it even better. Our waiter was very attentive and kept our water filled the whole time. Food came out at a good pace and everything felt smooth overall. Even though we weren't seated inside, the vibe was still really nice. I ordered the Red Hook Tavern burger cooked medium rare and it came out exactly how I wanted. The fries were really good too, loved that they were regular potatoes and not sweet potato fries. Only thing I would say is I wish the burger had a bit more to it like lettuce. It did come with sliced pickles which was nice though. Overall I really enjoyed the food and experience. I would definitely come back and try other dishes since everything else we saw looked really good read more

Red Hook Tavern - Dry Aged Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The long awaited reservation finally came! After placing notifications on OpenTable for 2 weeks. We took whatever time we got. Upon walking in we were greeted by the hostess and welcomed. The inside is cozy old school NYC vibe feel. We had bar seats, the bartender was very attentive. First we started with the blue cheese wedge with bacon, it was pretty good the bacon was thick and smoked. The pappardelle pasta with the mushrooms and sour cream was unique, I have never tasted a sauce like this, loved it. Then the burger which definitely ranks top 3 burgers I've ever had, flavorful and juicy, would def come back for the burger. read more

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The food is amazingly upscale delicious! The top tier dry aged cheese burger is simply the basic simplicity but it is the signature best burger you've ever eaten. The pickles really snaps. The waffel cut round potato fries are crispy goodness. Service is excellent and fast. The ambiance is casual. Just get a chair and prepare to be surprised! read more

I really hate to say this but Red Hook Tavern may be overrated. I snagged a same-day 5pm reservation on one of the first warm weather days of the year! Which is great because I had been searching for a few weeks for a reservation to no avail. Pro tip: If you are looking for a reservation here, check OpenTable randomly and see what they have! The service and atmosphere was some of the best. A very nice hostess seated us and we sat at the bar. The bartender was friendly and attentive. We ordered the French onion soup, two burgers (cooked medium rare), and rainbow cookies for dessert. The french onion soup was amazing!! 10/10 no notes. Once we finished the soup, we waited almost 25 minutes for the burger to come out which was surprising but totally fine as they were busy and this was their first seating. The burgers came out and they looked great, but the taste left a lot to be desired. First, the burgers were really undercooked, even for medium rare, which was disappointing given the wait time. The burger also tasted a bit like nothing? I so badly wanted to taste the meat and cheese and I really just did not. If I hadn't just enjoyed the flavors of the French onion soup, I would have been worried I was coming down with something! Don't get me wrong the burger wasn't BAD, but it was diner-level quality at best. On to the rainbow cookies. I was really excited about these but they were served cold out of the refrigerator and I could tell from the taste that they were stored in a refrigerator with other ingredients. There was a faint onion taste--yuck! (You know when you leave a banana too close to your sandwich and your sandwich tastes like banana? Think of that but rainbow cookies and onions!!) Overall, service was good but I food-wise, I think Red Hook Tavern is resting on its laurels. Don't think I'll return :( read more

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So glad was able to try this place!! I felt very sufficiently "whelmed". I think it lived up to the hype of a GREAT burger, but it wasn't life-changingly good. The meat quality was super good and the bun was great. The lack of toppings was fine given meat quality. It was $32 which was super steep. I think the fries were very OK, and honestly the famous cookies were not great and super hard. The service was fine, not outstanding but nothing wrong at all. Vibe was great though, super cool tavern and interiors. They did get the burgers wrong slightly, saying one was medium well and one was medium rare while it was the opposite. Not a big deal at all though. Overall, well worth a try and visit if you can get a rez, but waiting hours feels excessive. I'm not confident for the burger with the price point and average fries that it is the best in NYC, but it is definitely delicious. read more

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Who would've thought that this place would be so popular even on a wintry Friday? Walked in with a party of 4 around 1 pm and the restaurant was already full, but luckily, we didn't have to wait too long - just 15 minutes or so. The interior is really tight, which isn't the most welcoming for big, puffy jackets. Maybe that's also why we heard a lot of glass breaking throughout our meal; it'd be so easy to knock down a cup or plate! The menu isn't very extensive, which usually means that the restaurant is confident in their dishes. Looking at past menus and the menu in front of me, it seems that the restaurant only rotates out a few dishes every so often. The burger - $30 is quite an expensive burger for Brooklyn, and I think it was one of the most expensive items on the menu. However, the taste didn't justify the price. My husband got well done, which may be the reason for the dryness, but the kitchen should be able to execute a well done burger just as good as a medium rare. A lot of comments rave about the dish, so I'm inclined to believe they just don't get well done, because nothing about it was doing it for us. Burger chains like Shake Shack and 7th Street Burger are able to serve well done burgers that are tasty, so it's definitely doable. The fries were really good though. Fish and chips - The fish was very disappointing in the flavor department. It was too bland that it heavily relied on the sauces to give it any flavor. The fries were the same as the burger dish, and really good. Capatelli - The oxtail ragu was my favorite dish. The oxtail was broken up into small pieces that melded with the sauce. There was a slight spicy kick to it. Carbonara - I have mixed feelings about it. The sauce was delicious, but the texture of the pasta could've been slightly softer. The meat was way too salty but at the same time, it added another flavor profile to the dish. Portion size was relatively small French onion soup - Expected it to be cheesier, but maybe it's good that it wasn't too cheesy because the overall dish tasted very light (not too salty or heavy from the cheese). Would get this again. Half dozen oysters - I liked that the oysters came with three different sauces (apple cider, shaved ice with pickled juice and chili oil, and hot sauce). The staff is very friendly and were quick to clear the table. Parking wasn't too difficult in this neighborhood, which was relatively quiet with not much going on. read more

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Waitress added an extra $37 to the card charge so I've had to file a credit card dispute. Thankfully I had a picture of my receipt and noticed the discrepancy as it was part of a corporate expense report. Extremely disappointing and slimy. I'm sure under other circumstances I may have not even noticed as the numbers appeared so similar (switching 6 for 9, keeping the same cents amount) and the waitress was told it was a corporate dinner so she likely figured it would just go unnoticed. read more

{ French onion soup $18 } Rating: 4.75 / 5 The ultimate winter comfort food! Rich, beefy broth packed with perfectly caramelised onions and topped with gooey Gruyère. The crouton soaked up all that flavour without turning soggy, and best of all, it's deeply savoury but not overly salty. A total win! { Dry-aged burger $32 } Rating: 4.5 / 5 This is what everyone comes for, and yes, it delivers! The dry-aged patty is juicy, beef-forward, and grilled to a flawless medium rare. Not quite as punchy as Emily's, but still really satisfying. Love the thick raw onion slice under the patty, zero soggy bun problems here! { Carbonara $26 } Rating: 4.5 / 5 Surprisingly authentic and very well executed. The sauce is rich and velvety, clearly made the proper way - egg yolk and Parmesan only. Generous chunks of fatty guanciale are fried to crispy edges, adding deep savoury flavour. Many places oversalt this dish, but Red Hook nailed the balance! - - - - - - - - - Overall Rating: 4.5 Will I be back? Probably! To be fair, there are other NYC spots serving burgers just as good without the hour-long train + bus trek. That said, the solid appetisers and pasta are good enough to keep me motivated. read more

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it was alright. quoted 1 hour wait time, went back after 2 hours when i saw my spot only moved from 16 to 12 and was only seated when i showed up in-person. prawn was done well, croquette had a strong parmesan flavor, and the burger was good. read more

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Vibe/ambiance: old school neighborhood tavern Service: food came out pretty slow Reservation: highly recommended - the line without reservation is long even before opening time Items ordered: Croquette: 7.6/10 French onion soup: 9/10 Burger: 7.9/10 - burger bun was dry; it was a good burger but not a great burger read more

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