Went for the burger. Very overrated and overpriced. My husband and I both thought the meat lacked flavor and bun was too hard. Didn't taste like it was toasted or buttered either just like a stale roll. Had much better burgers in NY less than $34. read more

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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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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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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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

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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

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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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 recently visited red hook tavern . first, let me start with a positives-the burger was amazing one of the best I've ever had, also the shrimp dish was really good. Now-for the not so good, we walked in with no reservation around opening time which is 5 o'clock, they told us he's going to be an hour and a half wait, which is OK, but then they set us at the bar and asked us to leave in an hour. Also, the bartender is not very welcoming and is gives off a bad vibe read more

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

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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

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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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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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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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

We ventured to Red Hook to try the famous burger at the Red Hook Tavern. Lined up about 11:30 as they do not take reservations. We moved up to the front and put our name down and were told nicely to come back in a hour and 45 minutes. We walked all over Red Hook on a sunny day and eventually got the text that our spot was ready. We were close by but still picked up the pace. Got seated at the bar. Very cool space with a tremendous selection of liquors available. We each ordered the dry aged burger with onion, cottage fries, and pickle medium rare. The burger when it came was large, cooked perfectly, well seasoned and juicy. Cottage fries were yummy. Pickle was a half sour, would have been better with a full sour IMHO. They do give you a tiny bit of ketchup but I did not mind. That burger was the best one I have had in NYC. When I come back will line up earlier for sure and maybe try more of their menu. Great friendly service. Shout out to the hostess who remained calm with endless questions about when you should show up tonight for dinner. 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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Sat outside since inside was crowded. Service was good. The best dish was the pork chop. The sides complimented each other really well from the creamy grits to the veggies. Bolognese was rich and filling. The burger was pretty good--quite juicy. read more

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This is the place that has arguably the most talked about burger in NYC. They talk about it like it's the most orgasmic burger ever. Naturally, had to come and try for myself. Came on a Thursday right at 6 PM. To my surprise, it was already packed. It was too chilly to sit outside and the wait for a table was around 20 mins which wasn't bad. They had a bar next door, so we had beers while we waited. We ordered oysters to start. They were the teeniest oysters I've ever seen. Quite possibly smaller than the size of littleneck clams and at that price point, robbery! The accompaniments were not good at all. No flavor. I'd skip this. My friend did not agree to split the burger and get other things to try, so we got our own burgers. Ordered mine medium. I regret to say, I was underwhelmed. We both were. Cannot really pinpoint what was missing. I feel like the bread was great. The onion was necessary even though I'm not a fan of raw onion in burgers, it kinda makes the burger. The char on the patty was great. Is it the meat that wasn't pulling its weight? Perhaps needs to be seasoned? Idk. But it wasn't as orgasmic as ppl described. This goes to show that not every viral thing lives up to the hype. This to me was a slightly above average burger at best. It wasn't the cheapest either. I came, I saw. read more

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

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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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{ 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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We got in line around 11:55am on a Sunday. We put our names down and were told it would probably be 1:45 before we got a table. Very accurate! We got a text at 1:44. We were seated at the bar. It took a while for the food to come after we ordered, but it was worth the wait. The burger is incredible. So juicy. The cheese is perfection. Love the crunch from the onion. And the caramelization on the bun is chefs kiss. Friendly service too. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Waited on line at 4:15pm on a Saturday - was #8/9 area. By 4:45 there was a line of 30 behind me. Doors opened at 5 we put our name on the walk in list- waited until 5:10-515ish and we were called in to sit at bar- Started with bread and butter which were good- my girlfriend said butter was alittle salty- I didn't mind - burger came out - cooked how i requested. SO MUCH HYPE - burger was a great burger - great flavor - I can't say it was my favorite burger because my favorite burger is the next burger lol. Very good tho- def come back and try other menu items. read more

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Nice cozy tavern with a simple menu, but one of the best burgers in the city. It's a thick patty with cheese and onion -- no crazy sauces or over-the-top toppings, just really well done. We also started with the fresh seafood, including the shrimp cocktail and oysters, and both were excellent. read more

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So if you're unaware the must order at Red Hook Tavern is the Burger. I've been lucky enough to have eaten burgers at some of the best burger places in the world, and I can say the burger at Red Hook likes up to the hype. I came on a Wednesday night around 8 without a reservation the inside was pretty packed and was a 30 minute wait. Outside didn't have a wait, and it did have heaters so it was a win win. I ordered the burger of course and my mom ordered the croquettes. The burger is great. Super simple but fire. The size of the patty. HUGE! It was literally patty, bun, cheese, onion. I think that's it. I didn't taste any other sauces on it. Seasoning on the burger was amazing. Soooo juicy. Even the cheese on the burger was great definitely didn't spare the quality of any of the ingredients. The potato fries chip things were phenomenal. It tasted like a potato chip, but it was a fry. So good. Would for sure go back. Definitely a great gourmet burger!! You're welcome. read more

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Started off 2026 with a phenomenal burger Red hook taverns food is delicious. Finally made my way there and was not disappointed. Started off with the isle old fashioned that was perfect, balanced really well & left me pleasantly surprised. The ham croquettes were delicious and came paired with that tasted like in-house made mustard. The French onion soup was delicious, fairly large and hearty with big junks of bread, large amounts of onion and topped with delicious cheese. But we all know the burger is the start of the show, I ordered it medium and was cooked to perfection, perfectly melted slice of cheese and had two slices of raw onion on the bottom, the fries were a perfect blend of crunchy exterior, softer inside, slightly salted. Service was good, our waitress was polite but didn't offer much information like I noticed with other tables. The tavern itself is fairly smaller than I anticipated, maybe about 4 tables for 2 and an another 3 tables that were for parties of 4. A large bar area with a good number of seats. If you're in the area you must stop by for one of Brooklyn's best burgers. read more

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Come for the burger. You'll want your own, trust me. It's fairly no frills, but done exceptionally well. Burger is on the thicker side, perfectly cooked (juicy but charred on the outside), flavorful (no extra salt or anything needed), and good burger to bun ratio. I also recommend getting the Romaine Wedge Salad. Pairs nicely with the burger and good to share. Hard to go wrong with blue cheese and bacon. Restaurant is very small and intimate. Has an elevated dive bar vibe. Casual, dimly lit, cozy. Sat at the bar and service was great. read more

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Very good burger and fries, not very good price. $42 after tip for a burger and water is by no means acceptable tbh. The burger was definitely tasty and I enjoyed it, but this is for sure a one-and-done for me. Waited an hour and a half to be seated which also was rough. read more

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The food at red hook tavern is good. The service is good and the prices are high. The question everyone always asks. Which burger is better? Lugers or Red Hook? Having them back to back within the course of a week. Hands down Peter Lugers. At $32 for the tavern burger it's definitely up there. The other dishes we had were expensive also. Were they worth the price? Hmmm I can't say yes for sure. Fish and chips, mortadella, croquets, oxtail ragu. All amazing dishes but up there in cost. Service was impeccable and we were eating in the outdoor patio which is NOT shielded from the wind but does have heat lamps. All in all this is a good place to stop in but if you're looking for fine dining this may not be the place for you. More of a causal date night this spot has decent drinks and a good vibe. read more

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Reservations aren't too hard to get if you hop on Resy right when they drop, but walk-ins are definitely possible! I came on a Saturday right at opening (noon) hoping to walk in for a table for two. I was added to the waitlist with an estimated wait of 1.5 hours but ended up getting seated in about 45 minutes. There isn't a ton to do in the immediate neighborhood, but there are a few coffee shops and little knick-knack stores to browse while you wait. Otherwise, the only other nearby spots are bars, which are also nice for hanging out. The food was great. I came specifically for the burger and thoroughly enjoyed it. The fries were phenomenal, and I swear the pickle was one of the best I've ever had. The service was wonderful, and the ambiance was so lovely--great music and good vibes all around. read more

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Shitty and neglectful service even though my boyfriend and I were the first ones in line and ordered first while everyone else got their food before us, but they had great burgers that were really delicious and good. read more

Nice and quick service and great burger and fish and chips! I had a reservation thankfully so got seated immediately and the food didnt take too long to come out. The burger was very good but I wouldn't say best burger I've ever had and the fish and chips were fresh and delicious. The fries had a really good crisp to them too! A cute little restaurant but I really wouldn't try to have more than 2 people walk in! read more

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worth the trek! for real what a gem that everyone knows about but honestly worth the hype. came with my friend and shoutout she snagged a reservation because it was crowded and seating is so limited i think we counter 20 for table and 10 for bar we ordered a bunch of things to share: oysters, fried ball thingys, burger, pasta. all incredible but special shoutout to the BURGER this is a damn good burger. pasta was a hidden gem- they make it fresh everyday and it shows w the flavors def would recommend and return read more

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Overall: Definitely lives up to the hype! The good: One of the better burgers I've ever had, right up there with some of the best. The vibes are great, regardless of whether you're sitting inside or out (though inside is definitely more cozy). Great drink menu and the fries really hit the spot. Service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The not-so-good: The french onion soup was fine, I'll try something else if I go back again. I've heard the wait here can get crazy, but we were able to walk right in on a Wed evening. Food/drink: 8/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 8/10 read more

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Yes. The burger is worth the hype. You can't come here and not get it. The quality of beef was noticeable and flavorful. It's not fancy but it's amazing. The kale salad was also a surprising hit. This had great texture and flavor. Service was nice. The bathroom lines are long. It was packed. Got in line 20 mins before they opened and managed to get a table for 4 on a Sunday morning read more

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

Really good, simple burgers with no bells and whistles, but the pasta stole the show. Finally got a reservation and made the trek to Red Hook to see what the fuss is all about. The $32 burgers are pretty solid for a simple burger. It only comes with the patty, onions, and cheese so if you like a simple burger, it's good. I don't know if it's worth $32. The star of the show was the Cavatelli (oxtail ragu) - the pasta was perfectly al dente with a deep tomato and meaty sauce. The garlic breadcrumbs were incredible too. The service was great - they never let our glasses go empty and were attentive to everything we needed. And the space was open and not too loud, so perfect for a dinner with friends. Overall, I would recommend getting the burger once, but I would only come back to get the pasta again and try the other dishes. read more

Red Hook Tavern - Cavatelli - oxtail ragu - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Loraine says I should "start writin these down," so now I'm doin that too. She heard about this place from somebody who "knows food," which usually means I'm drivin somewhere I don't wanna go, spendin money I didn't plan on. Place looks like a bar that got ideas. Dark wood, low lights, people actin like the burger is a life event. Drinks were strong, I'll say that. Had one that tasted like somethin my grandmother would respect, right before tellin me to slow down. Wedge salad was good. Cold, simple, did its job. Prawns fine. Pasta was solid. Burger is good. That's it. Not worth all the talk. I've had about the same standin over a grill in July, arguin with a man about his fence. Fries come lookin like saucers for no reason, but they were the best thing there. Loraine wouldn't get the French onion soup cause she "saw a picture." That's how decisions get made now. Pork chop had sweet mash and spicy greens. Didn't make much sense, but it worked. Food's good, drinks strong. I'll probly be back. Not up to me anyway. read more

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

Such an amazing burger! The ham croquettes were absolutely delicious. Ended with a yummy rainbow cookies. read more

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Believe the hype! Get the burger! It is just that simple. Terrific cocktails, great vibe and wonderful hospitality. If Red Hook Tavern was on my corner I would be there every night. It is fun and delicious. Go!! read more

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