This was one of, if not the, best brunches I've had in New York City. I started with a screwdriver and ordered the Ouef Brouille. My eggs were cooked to creamy perfection with creme fraiche and chives, along with rotisserie potatoes, a Bibb salad, buttered brioche and added an order of bacon, which was a great decision. My boyfriend loved his cured harissa salmon on Brioche, and added potatoes. The order took a bit to get to us, which was expected considering it was in the middle of the brunch rush. Everything was so delicious it was well worth the wait. Our bartender was very helpful with suggestions and answering any questions we had. She explained the dinner menu as well, which we will definitely be coming back to try. Highly recommend coming here for brunch and then taking a stroll at the nearby Prospect Park. read more

Risbo - Oueff Brouille for me and Cured Harissa Salmon on Brioche for the boyfriend! - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I went there a few months ago with my male friend who is Trinidadian-American. I had a horrendous interaction with a female bartender who should not be working with the public AT ALL. My friend and I got in the regular line when the female employee walked over from the bar area to tell people in line that they could order over at the bar. She was saying it very aggressively though in a way that made us hesitant to go over there, but we did. I asked what the difference was between ginger beer and ginger juice. Her response without looking at me was, "One is beer and one is juice." That was it. Since the owner is a friend of my friend, I refrained from going off on her. I just said, "Hmph." After we ordered food, I went back to her to order cocktails. She was facing the customers and doing something with the glasses so I waited for her to help me for about 30 seconds. There was no one else waiting to order, but she ignored me and then walked off without saying anything. When she came back, she still ignored me and then helped a white female who came up right as this bartender came back to the bar area. I still bit my tongue so that she wouldn't mess up my friend's cocktail that I was about to order. I don't know what her deal is, but she had a trash attitude...and I don't understand what that was about. The only think I can think of is because I'm Asian-American and my friend is Trini-American and she has a chip on her shoulder about interracial relationships (even though my friend and I are just friends). Her attitude started as soon as I opened my mouth to ask a question. I've never had an encounter like that at a retail establishment. Will never ever go back. Who wants to go eat somewhere where the service is bigoted? Watch out for the mosquitos in the back and behind the bar. read more

The vibe and aesthetic gets a full 5 stars. They have awesome music, however the service gets 1 star. As much as I want to like this place, the staff is not friendly. I felt I was being ignored for a while and then after I ordered my drink it was just placed on the counter without a smile or any acknowledgement of a person being there. It would be an awesome place if the workers greeted patrons with a smile and explained how the spot works (you get your own food, your own drink, and buss your own table) Music... food, ambiance awesome Service ... awkward and unwelcoming. Wish I would come back, but it's likely I won't. read more

Good place to have a good meal. Tried their pork and chicken - both were flavorful and tender. The rice is delicious and the atmosphere is also very nice. Will definitely go back! read more

The food is so fresh, the backyard garden is so cute & very insta worthy. The plantains, the chicken, the roasted potatoes, the hummus. I really can't say enough good things. Only downside is that the drinks are a little on the small side but honestly everything else is so good it doesn't even matter. read more

Please ignore that incredibly racist post from "jean". I was a patron who witnessed the entire incident and she was completely in the wrong, not the staff. And the staff was as patient as they could possibly be. This was the epitome of a Karen incident, and her post is full of dog whistles calling our neighborhood the "hood" (it's not), saying this wouldn't happen in the south (way to make it very clear Jean) and claiming the staff who are POC have attitudes. I had a delicious meal with my significant other, the food was amazing, the staff was very friendly. They even have their backyard open during COVID and it's beautiful. 10 out of 10 would recommend, don't let that bitter woman confuse you. read more

Food is great. Ambiance phenomenal. The drinks are pricey but they taste good. Would go here everyday. read more

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Really cool place to grab a meal. The menu changes often and it feels like you're eating in someone's home kitchen. The prices are very reasonable and you get a ton of food. I got the whole fish when I came here which was very nicely flavored. The decor is really cool and modern, very casual. The bartenders have a drinks menu as well with some custom cocktails, although I did not try any of these. The only drawback to this place for me is the volume of the music. It's just too loud to have a conversation. This seems to be a trend with bars and restaurants in this neighborhood, I've noticed. Otherwise, a solid neighborhood addition that serves great food at reasonable prices in a very hip setting. read more

I have been to Risbo SEVERAL times, but I am always so busy stuffing my face and thinking about my next meal there, that I have put off writing this review. Before I talk about their food which is an obvious winner here, I want to talk about the owner and staff. Risbo is the first NEW restaurant in the neighborhood I've seen (that isn't black owned) that seems to embrace the community it has entered in an authentic and intentional way. I won't get too deep into that, but shout out to y'all and everything that you do. We see you. FOOOOD, OMG... I am obsessed with the kale salad and 1/4 rotisserie chicken. I will admit that at $6.75 for 1/4 chicken - when I can get a whole rotisserie chicken up the block from the Dominican spots for the same price - it's been difficult to justify the purchase. But their chicken is REALLY good, so I get it every time (sigh). Their drinks are pretty tasty as well. My first time having a drink there, I was so disappointed in my small glass. But after three sips, I realized these glasses were small for a reason. I'm no lightweight and quickly felt the buzz. *thumbs up* I love their late night vibe with music (and sometimes live DJ!). I am 100% here for the afro beats, 90s RnB, soca... YES, lean into the community, RISBO! Their playlists are always all over the place (in a good way) and I have never heard a song that didn't have me moving in my seat, or singing along, or saying "WOOOW, I haven't heard this in forever!" Shout out to the community you're trying to build here. read more

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Fantastic food, laid back and grounded attitude, and thoughtful design. This place is a gem. And that backyard! (I'm going to kick myself for sharing that little treasure) read more

Okay so this is likely one of my favorite restaurants ever. We were supposed to head to a pizza joint for a table read, but my colleague was unaware that I had celiac disease. Hence, we needed a change of plans - fast. Another colleague immediately recommended Risbo. "Michelle, you will love this place," he said with the most confidence. I was a bit nervous because I didn't look at the menu and I had no idea what to expect, but as soon as I walked in, I understood what he had meant. I did love this place. Incredibly warm, comforting vibes radiated throughout the space. The soft lighting was perfectly placed to illuminate just enough. Plants were everywhere. Loud, but warming music was pumping from a vinyl record a DJ played opposite the cash register. I could see freshly roasted meats behind a glass shield: lamb, beef, chicken, duck, and fish. It all looked amazing. We got the Risbo platter and shared it. The platter seemed big, but I would have no qualms about getting it just for myself next time, to take the rest to go. We got the lamb with chipotle sauce. It was incredible. The hummus was the best I've ever had. The plantains were cooked to perfection. Every piece of the platter fit well together. They make everything in house. We sat in the courtyard which was also beautifully decorated with more plants, Moroccan poufs, twinkle lights, and glowing candles. It was just quiet enough for us to conduct our meeting and hear everyone. Yet, it was loud enough that there were no awkward silences. We never felt like we were obnoxiously loud. The price is reasonable for the amount of food, the quality, and the ambience provided by the location. This spot is a great place for a date or a get-together with friends. It's a good place to splurge, but maybe wait if you're currently in a bind. I was so impressed by this place and although I don't live in Brooklyn anywhere near Prospect Park, the next time I'm here this is a must-stop. I also got one of their cocktails: the French 75. I'm not sure I recommend it. It was tasty, but definitely felt watered down. It may be worth it to get a drink elsewhere or at least go for some wine instead. read more

One of my hands-down favorite restaurants in Brooklyn/NYC! The vibe is unique. It's surprisingly casual, but chic, and the food is in a perfect sweet spot of substantial/nourishing, delicious, healthy, and honestly just on point! Worth every penny spent. Tasty cocktails too. HIGHLY recommend. read more

What a breathe of fresh air in the concrete jungle of Prospect Lefferts Gardens! So this place is very unpresuming when you glance inside but as I reluctantly walked in I was immediately transported from cold NYC to some far away island in the tropics! The design of this place....I wanted to stay here forever. The whitewash walls, succulents, high ceilings... Also the live DJ was literally cranking out tunes all night. At some points I caught myself wanting to get out my seat and dance. They have picnic style tables in the front and regular seating in the back AND a nice all white bar which I usually sit at if I just want drinks. The food is rotisserie based which options such as roasted duck, prime beef, chicken etc....Then you get to choose different unique sauces. We went with the chimmichuri sauce and loved it. We picked the Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes and plaintain. Everything was soooo good. I felt like someone's Moroccan grandmother was going in the kitchen. Thank you for being such a great addition to PLG. read more

This is a review about delivery. Do NOT order from here! It took two hours to get our food. I called after about an hour (we live fairly close by), and Olivia answered the phone. She knew exactly who I was (why wouldn't the restaurant have reached out to me then??), and said there was a delivery issue. She hemmed and hawed a bit, then said the delivery driver going through a check point, and going up to downtown brooklyn before coming back down to me. I was confused. I asked what she could do to help remedy the situation, and she got really rude. I know Risbo is going for that almost-too-cool-for-you vibe, but her aloof incompetence was over the top. No apology. No offer to refund money, or a discount for next time. No offer to resend so it'd be hot (she said the food would still be hot because it was packed...LOL!). It was unclear if the food would actually be delivered. We received it two hours after ordering. Obviously the food was cold, and the heat/steam had cooked the sauce sides so they tasted a bit funky. I want to give Risbo another chance by going to eat-in but if it's Olivia who's working, I'll probably skip it. read more

I'm not quite sure what to make of this place. The food is good, the location is convenient, and the vibe is trendy but is it a restaurant? A take-out place? Do you come here to hang out for an extended period of time? Do you get your food and go? I have no answers but I can tell ya, the food and drinks are damn good. We probably could have opted for the half-chicken if we were feeling hungrier but the 1/4 chicken was actually a decently sized portion, and, paired with the avocado and potatoes, was plenty of food for dinner. I really liked the potatoes; they were roasted so they were super soft and the flavors were nice. The chicken itself was also wonderfully flavored. The highlight of the meal for me was the "Seasonal French 75" drink I got - gin, blackberry, topped with champagne, and one other ingredient I can't remember now. But it was fruity and refreshing. Highly recommend. It's loud enough that you may have to strain a little for an intimate conversation but not so loud you lose your hearing. read more

Love the ambiance and FOOD! So worth your visit, a new gem in Brooklyn. Great vibe, background music and decor so fab! The bronzino is super tasty.. must try! read more

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I really like this place. In an area known for its fried chicken shops and other unhealthy food options, Risbo is a pleasant, healthy addition to the neighborhood. The restaurant runs in a format similar to a take-out place/fast food restaurant. You pick a meat (chicken, beef, pork, lamb, duck, etc) and a few sides (hummus, black beans, sauteed greens, turnips, avocado, mac and cheese, potatoes, etc to name a few), wait for your order to be prepared, and pick it up on your own in a tray. It's quick and convenient. Dessert and drinks are also pretty yummy. The prices are great - I think we paid under $15 per person for a decently sized meal. This place is hip, HEALTHY, and honestly delicious. read more

Its the Parkside stop on the Q line, head towards Flatbush and step in... Order at the counter and sit inside or outside and enjoy ... Its an experience and likely the best meal for under $25 you will find. The quality is close to fine dining while the atmosphere is picnic casual. A whole Bronzino, generous portion of perfectly seasoned lamb loin, 5 sides. Rice, roasted veggies hummus pickled cabbage and all extraordinary. read more

Great tasting food, horrible service. The young lady at the register was so heavily devoted to being in her phone that she got my order wrong then got upset with me. Do better!! read more

Risbo - Fish and scalloped potatoes - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Love risbo but unfortunately they are not children friendly. No booster seat nor changing area in bathroom. Doors were left open and my baby was freezing. A little goes a long way. A collapsible highchair or booster of some kind would benefit considering the neighborhood is very family oriented. The nonchalant attitude that went along with not be accommodated is what bothered me the most. read more

Vibrant, fun, friendly staff and simple delicious food, perfect for a date night or girls night out. I had the roasted chicken with Mac n cheese, sweet potatoes and avocado with ginger beer. Amazing food and vibe...10s across the board. read more

They just reopened - albeit take out only, due to COVID-19 . Wow have we missed this place. Their food is soooo good. read more

The food was great, I came in 30mins before the kitchen was turning over for dinner, the chef and the owner detailed towards their food left me convinced that I will return again, The portions are small, I spent 37.00 on a meal for 1 and a non alcoholic beverage, to me that's a little price without any "service staff" It's served cafeteria style, anything you want you get up and get, they have a cool oasis in the back, it's nice in the summer time to chill and eat amongst new and old friend. read more

Risbo - Mac & cheese fish & a roasted sweet plantain - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

It happened again! The food came without the drinks. The guy who answered the phone didn't really apologize. Every time it seeks the order gets messed up through door dash. read more

Delicious food and fast delivery! Our go to spot in the neighborhood for real, healthy food especially now that Food Sermon closed. Don't miss the kale salad. Seriously. read more

I have to be very honest and say that I really wanted to not like this place. I don't want to come off as a jerk but I am one so here goes: I thought the Risbobk IG was so eyerollingly obnoxious with the talk and pictures of everything but food. It's just a restaurant, like miss me with that dope vibe bullshit. I went for dinner this past Saturday and I had the lamb and an additional side of mac n cheese (for $20 you order a protein and you get all sorts of accoutrements) and my guy had the pork. The food was so good I ate every last morsel off that tray. Seriously outstanding food- so fresh and simple and perfect. Also the girl at the counter was so warm and welcoming she really gets a gold star. And here's the thing, because of the community style tables, I ended up talking to people I'd never met. I enjoyed some great DJing, I had a delicious drink, I enjoyed the adorable outside space- I vibed! Risbo I'm sorry for my negativity because you are great and you've made me a believer and I'll most definitely be back! read more

Right concept, right vibe, right art, and absolutely right food. starting with concept - counter service ordering, food paid for at the counter, communal seating, bus your own tables. perfect for groups that want to be able to order what they want and pay for what they order. Vibe - modern with a nod to the 100 year old buildings of Brooklyn. art - subjective, but i love their pieces. food - nothing like it for miles, roasted lamb, chicken, duck, fish, etc. sample it all, stick to your favorites. get a drink. say hi to nicole for us. order a cookie for dessert. bus your own table. leave your own good review. read more

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My dietary needs are complicated, to say the least. Let's just say that I'm basically allergic to life, but more specifically, milk & gluten. That, in addition to my recently adopted, plant-based diet have limited my dining out options to under-seasoned, side-sized portions at non-vegetarian or vegan restaurants. At Risbo, my vegetarian meal didn't look or taste like an afterthought. It felt like it was made with the same love put into the meat based entrees. For $20, I was able to have 5 full sized, perfectly seasoned portions. The amount of food I received coupled with the ambience had me feeling like I owed them more. The music and staff are reflective of the surrounding community and the vibes feel familial. The communal style seating felt as if I'd had an impromptu Friendsgiving with a table full of new friends. Last, but not least, the design/decor both indoor and in the garden are gorgeous! The outdoor space is serene and cozy like something I've pinned on Pinterest. I'd recommend Risbo for meat, plant and decor lovers, but also for large groups of friends and families. read more

Loved it! The chicken, lamb, cocktails and sides were absolutely delicious. I hope their final menu (now they're using the soft opening one) doesn't change much. Downsides- the chicken portion was small. (Edit: was larger on subsequent visits so I guess they're inconsistent) My piece had a lot of bones and skin, but little meat. It was very tasty though. Backyard is pretty cool. They could add a couple high tables or counters and stools out there to utilize the space more. Would be nice to be able to eat out there. Overall- great food in a beautifully designed space! read more

Beautiful space. Great drinks and the owner, Boris, is very friendly. So happy this came to the neighborhood! read more

Risbo - An oasis in PLG! Absolutely beautiful. The drink menu is great with some interesting off the beaten path beers. Can't wait for the full menu - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I'd give this place a 3.5 if I could, but yelp doesn't allow that. The ambiance was nice, relaxed decor, open space, great music, service was attentive. The downside was how oily the food was. It was well seasoned but I felt like they cooked it with too much oil. read more

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I'm giving it three stars since the food and cocktails are super keen and tasty....even if I'm not a big lover of spicy food. Ambience is pretty and stylish. What kind of bothered me was the service-- as if it was like a buffet type setting. The bartender, who was very polite and congenial, was gone for a bit by the time I wanted to pay my bill and leave. I waited a few more moments and finally had to get someone to find her. Her cocktails are known to be quite delicious ... but she didn't exactly serve me my food since I had to pick it up myself and find the cutlery as well. Not too big of a deal....but what was a little odd is that they'd expect you to pay 25 percent in tip for little to no food service. I could swear I chose 25 percent since it I think it was THE FIRST choice. Maybe I'm wrong and I usually tip up to 20 percent, but c'mon for a place like this with little dining service, I don't think I will return again even though I still want to like it. I basically spent over 30 bucks for one drink and a bowl of chicken and kale, veggies. THEY WERE GOOD and hardy nonetheless .....so...well.....I probably will return since it's not a bad place at all and there is little dining in the hood of PPark :/. tip: change the tip percentages to 15, 18, 20 percent in that order please :). Even the young white hipsters are having a hard time with income these days. Rent is just to high as it is. read more

Amazing food! Amazing service! Awesome vibes! Went there as an after work outing and everyone was simply impressed by everything Risbo had to offer; the food, the drinks, the music & cozy backyard! Well done Risbo! read more

I've come to this place a few times. Their drinks are pretty tasty even though they're on the small side. They do sometimes have a little more alcohol than other places which is cool since drinks around here are 13 +. I've always enjoyed their kale salad and I think I had one of their roast chickens which was ok but a bit greasy and salty. So now that I kissed a little toosh let me get to the drama (yet again in NYC). Because if this shiznit happened in the south -- I highly doubt it would go down like this. Basically when I was told that my order was up (since we don't even have any service of any kind which is fine and I still tip regularly ") the new girl ended up giving the duck dish instead of the lamb. I had a client call me and while I was chatting w her, I wasn't aware of what I was eating. A few moments later a woman by the name of Brianna came by and said flatly that I was eating the wrong dish. She already had an attitude like I did something or I stole something. The new girl since she was being trained by Brianna was the one that told me my order was up. Brianna wasn't really paying attention which is fine but I tried to explain all that to this knucklehead that gave me an attitude. I wasn't nice about it but far from raising my vo or yelling. So she said since I ate most of it (haha ok i ate half a leg of what I thought LEG OF LAMb) sue me. She then had the nerve to tell me to calm down that I was raising my voice. Brianna was defensive the entire time like those in the hood probably would. The manager who also gave me an attitude told me that she was going to give me a new order.... as if she was loaning me a 1000 bucks. So essentially,I had to go and get an attitude with these people about their attitude towards me to get the right dish. Also, this was during the summer. To MANAGMENT, please be sure to cover the foods properly whether it's takeout or dine in because there's flies typically around them. Thanks. read more

Very happy to have this place in the neighborhood. Lively and casual atmosphere. Nice, welcoming staff. I tried branzino. It comes with 4 sides. A but spicier than my liking, but all were good! read more

Risbo - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Oh love this place. Chill vibe and hearty delicious food. The backyard is so wonderful. read more

Risbo - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Probably the best takeout/delivery Right now IMO. All the meat is tasty. Love the veggies too.

Risbo is the kind of place where there is an amazing positive vibe that is expressed in the warmth of the staff and service, and also reflected in the eclectic and rich food flavors. Then you notice the small things they do to reduce waste and be sustainable. Love this place. read more

The decor and design of this place, I absolutely loved. The menu is deceiving. You think you're getting run of the mill options, but the execution is so well that you forget that you were ever doubting dining in here. So the cuisine is pan-Caribbean with French flair. We ordered several things and they were all very tasty. The gratin dauphinois was my fave side(Yummy). But the others were also really good. Overall, my kinda place. read more

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1 Star only because 0 stars is not an option. Do not eat here. Bad food, worse service, delusional GM. Ordered 4 items (chicken, beef, pork, and potatoes) for delivery via Seamless. The food arrived lukewarm and the recipe used to prepare potatoes is questionable. Not as advertised. The pork was the best item but very fatty and none of it was rendered down. Beef could barely be cut with a fork. The worst part is that all of the string that was tied around the meat during cooking was not removed, so the meal was inedible, and Risbo is knowingly serving and selling garbage/waste. Requested a refund but GM exclaimed that the "food was fine". To the restaurant: will be filing a complaint with DOH so good luck during your inspection :) read more