Great food and nice patio area. Nice overall aesthetic. I do, however, believe the food is a little overpriced.

French cuisine, French wines, affordable, healthy and informal are not words that often collide in the same sentence. Yet they all apply to Risbo. This place is a gem, and gives Prospect Lefferts Garden locals another fine restaurant to add to their rotation. If you can't decide what to get, your best bet is the Risbo Platter which combines the protein of your choice with a handful of sides. The meats are all perfectly cooked, moist and nicely seasoned. I'm just as impressed that each vegetable side is given the same respect. Kale salad is delicious, and be on the lookout for their Shepherd's Pie, a blackboard special. Nice list of wines and cocktails. You know it's going to be a good day when you can get a glass of Bourgueil, a terrific Loire Valley red made with Cabernet Franc. Laid back communal seating, and a funky patio out back. Good music. Special thanks to the Chef who graciously acknowledged that an error had been made with one dinner, and immediately made amends. We'll be back. read more

If you are a group, too large to be seated together at most restaurants, and want good food that's healthy and a great ambience, this is your place! We had been at Prospect Park celebrating my birthday and got hungry for a healthy dinner together - there were nine of us. Friends found this place. I am glad that they did! They do ask for proof of vaccination - which these days I find reassuring. Do you really want to be unmasked, breathing, eating and talking in a space with the unvaccinated? That aside, the food was delicious! And even though we were a large group, we were able to sit and eat together and got our food fairly quickly at the same time - you choose what you want at the counter and pay for it and bring it back to your table. The portions are large, so you definitely leave here full; the food delicious, so you definitely leave here satisfied; and the prices reasonable, so you leave here knowing you got your money's worth; and the options plentiful so you know you have lots of foods to choose. I'd definitely go here again if I was in the area. read more

I guess Risbo read my review because they issued a refund...for half of the amount they should have. Boooooo.

The vibe is great but I'm not a fan of the food or drinks. It's a very casual restaurant with awesome music and a somewhat friendly staff. I thought the food was very expensive for the amount and quality. In addition, most of it was served cold and that bothers me. Everything is already prepared and sitting out at room temperature but I prefer my food steaming hot. I'm not anxious to return anytime soon. read more

Good vibes! Good food! Good folks! Chef Boris puts his heart and soul into each dish. The communal tables to the intimate outdoor area makes Risbo feel like you're having dinner at a friend's house. read more

This is an amazing spot!!! My friends and I pre-partied before a Prince event at King's Theater. The staff were very friendly and welcoming from the moment we stepped in the door. The food is amazing. The flavors are perfection. The drinks are great. The desserts are scrumptious. The atmosphere is like being at home with family and they even played some Prince music for us to get ready for our show. You have to make sure to stop in, sit down or stop in and take out. Either way, your taste buds and your other senses will thank you!!! I know I'll be back. ~JJ/NYC read more

I've been coming here for years and the the food is great! But unfortunately the service at this establishment hasn't been that great over the years. The lady at the register is trash, and has a bit of an attitude. We also watched several customers who came in after us get their food before us and not one apology was issued. I love the food but the service is making it hard for me to return back. read more

Great vibes, hearty and healthy food, and excellent drinks. Always feels like a party here, and the owner is kind and truly seems to care about the community. read more

Original review: I've come to this place a few times. Their drinks are pretty tasty even though they're on small side. They do sometimes have a little more alcohol than other places which is cool since drinks around here 13 +. I've always enjoyed their kale salad and I think I had one of their roast chickens which was ok but a bit 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. If you wanna ignore this and have nice drinks then it's a good place to hang out. The outdoor area is pretty cozy and clean looking. I would be aware of the fact that you are not waited on this time around during pandemic. Update: Owner called me and profusely apologized and says he never expects his staff to behave in this manner. I really hope no one gets shafted b/c things happen...it's 98 degrees outside. As well, I still need be honest ...but I'm going to update that the meat dishes are pretty good....it's just that I'm just not a roast meat fan. I just like baked meats better. The lamb that I'm eating now however is pretty good and mild. I'm glad I got it and... in a way, I got a sample portion of the duck by mistake haha. read more

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my experience with the service was excellent; owner happened to be there & was extremely friendly. the staff was very helpful & nice. read more

This place was recommended by a friend and since I was in the area and needed to pick up dinner I opt to try them out . First impression , the decor was nice , community tables at the front . A nice small bar and more intimate seating in the back . The lady who greeted me seems like I was bothering her and it only got worst after I said this was my first time here . Her reply was, the menus are by the bar . So I helped myself to the menu and tried to figure things out on my own . Which wasn't hard since my friend explained the concept . Ordering my food was another painful experience with the same young lady . I am not going to jump to conclusions as to why this lady didn't feel I should receive good customer service . My bill was over $30 so this was not going to be a cheap dinner . I was given a pager and told it will go off when my food is read . My pager went off and I waited until she was finish chatting before coming over to said that it was an error my meal was not ready . When my food was finally ready she looked in direction and looked at a bag by the counter . I went to pick up the bag and she totally ignored me . I took up the bag looked at the receipt, it appears to match my order and left the restaurant. When I got home and unpacked my meal , the order was incorrect. I called the restaurant and got someone after the third attempt . Then spent 8 minutes trying to get this resolved again ,another disappointing experience. I was told I could not get a refund over the phone , I needed to come in with my credit card. So that means visiting the store for another bad experience! Just my luck !!! The food was ok not worth $34.00. This could have been easily avoid if customer service was a priority. Sorry I didn't use my Amex, they would have taken care of my refund !!! read more

This food is REALLY good and REALLY fresh. I thoroughly enjoyed. Recommended to my boyfriend and I from one of his friends. Each meal is $20; my bf got the lamb and I got the chicken. You don't need to chew, the meat is so soft and perfectly cooked. The meat/protein comes with shredded pickled cabbage, plantain with red onions, rice, roasted veggies/potatoes and hummus. Hummus was amazing. We wanted more!! Portions were actually decent because we weren't stuffed, we were perfectly full. I cant wait to come back! As far as the restaurant, really nice vibes and I loved that there was a DJ. Great ambiance. Didn't feel like you were in Flatbush, really great crowd. Perfect for casual date night or girls date. Also really good for a first date! You self serve which is cool. I got a ginger rum drink, they clearly used real ginger. It was amazing! One thing I did not like was that the food was on like a parchment like paper- so the hummus and the other sauces kind of seeped through onto the tray. read more

This place is an amazing concoction of a great atmosphere; mouthwatering food; a relaxing bar scene; bohemian rhythm & blues music, and beautiful-trendy people. The owner digs in! Thus, the consistency! The best days to dine are: Fri, Sat and Sunday. read more

Great food, super nice ambiance where you can sit and talk with friends without being rushed from anyone. Cocktails were great, too.

Had the Risbo platter w/ Fish and it was delicious. The music was fabulous and the Bus your entire table... hilarious but so cool. Be responsible for yourself...haha. Too cute, would strongly recommend read more

Food is good but the service sucks. Also it gets really hot in there in the summer. The kindest person there is the dishwasher/busboy. There's a cashier who is dark-skinned with a slim build who is just rude. She comes off unbothered and when I asked about dessert flavors said, "It's back there." Back where? There was no board, just some faint writings on tiled walls. Like chick are you trying to sell me on dessert or not? For the prices and the ambiance they need people that are as kind as the dishwasher. Flatbush people can be rough around the edges but that chick was just too bourgie. We don't do that over here. read more

SO GOOD. Kale salad, gratin and chicken. I am seriously blown away! And those sauces?! These guys did not come to play. I got the charmoula and chimichurri and the dollar each is 100% worth it. Thanks for the good eats guys! That was so delicious! read more

Food is good. Vibe is nice.But they could use some help with customer service. Did not appreciate the experience I had.

Great new restaurant in Lefferts Gardens. Eclectic and unique mix of foods -- there are delicious large plates that are served with a main protein and scrumptious sides (plantains, hummus, cabbage, etc). The drinks are also great and there is a lovely outdoor section for when it is warmer. They are also always bumping great soca, reggae or world music. read more

Great food, nice people, and a great outdoor setting. We had the duck and branzino and both were excellent. Enjoy!

I have been in twice, each b time the lamb and chicken was rough, the seasoning was on point but they need to cook the meat longer. The food is ok. The person who took the orders on Saturday 6/24 was Anne, was a bit rude, as I stood there to place an order she totally ignored me while speaking to a Caucasian woman on the take out over side. A Caucasian man came and got online behind me and she told him "ill be with you in a moment" the whole time ignoring me. She came over did bother to look at me and asked for my order. I gave her my order and chose not to give her a tip for her Karen ways. When my order was ready I picked it up, got home and I realized she did not put my cookies in. So I had to go back, she and I locked eyes as I entered and she gave a devilish grin as I entered, I said to myself, she did it on purpose. I didn't say anything to her about it, I simply asked her name and she said Anne. I will not be going here very much, the food is average but I can't deal with the Karen episodes. read more

The Mac five cheese pictured on the online menu isn't what was served. Not ooey gooey as expected. The mashed potatoes tasted more like melted cheese than mashed potatoes. The whatever platter was one note. A disappointing meal and not worth the price. read more

I've heard about this spot and finally got a chance to check it out. Walked in to great music and a nice crowd. Checked out the food being made, and walked through and loved the ambiance. Decided to place an order. That's where the stars start to decline. It wasn't the long wait for food, that was understandable, since it was crowded. Our buzzer goes off and we return to the counter and no one is there to take our buzzer. More people approach and the young lady jumped in and was preparing the next order and called out the number. It wasn't ours, but we told her ours had gone off and she dismissed us and asked for the current number. The guest took their food and we explained our buzzer (24) went off and she said ours would be right up. We waited... I then asked is our food ready as there was a bag packed behind her and she dismissed us again and said we he have to wait. After waiting even longer, I then asked how long is the wait after the buzzer goes off. She said its up the chef. I explained that didn't make any sense. Why make our buzzer go off if our food isn't ready? We watched people who walked in long after us get food and leave. Even the staff making the food came to the front concerned that we were still there. At this point, I'm pissed and everyone is scrambling to figure out what happened. Gave us some BS story about they're making the order now. The young lady never once apologized, stayed dismissive and then rudely asked... well what desert do you want? My boyfriend said Cheesecake. She then takes the cheesecake, and puts it in the bag that was packed in the back the entire time. No apology. I left disappointed, because I had such a good vibe upon entering ... then to get home with food that's now cold AND THE ORDER WASNT CORRECT. SMH. The food wasn't all that great either after all that. If the young lady at the front desk would not have had such an unpleasant disposition, especially when in the wrong, I might be open to trying again.... but I can see, this unfortunately is the norm regarding service. No thanks. I won't be back. read more

The woman at the register tip herself without giving me a chance to make the choice to do so. When I asked her how much was my total out of guilt she said I assumed you tip me... I've been here couple of times and I will never come back major TURN OFF. It's my money and I decided what I want to do with it. read more

I love the ambiance here, but the food left me unimpressed. I ordered the beef and a side of the spicy cabbage. The portion of the beef was tiny, probably less than 4oz, and the slices were full of fat and a couple of veins. I left very hungry. I think to feel satisfied you'd have to spend a considerable amount of dough. I will probably give them a second go, but will not go with the beef. read more

Love the look and vibe. But too pricey for a place where most people working are extremely rude and poorly trained. You also have to buzz your own tables which is fine but it's just too expensive for that. Also most of our meat orders were far too fatty and I see other reviewer's had the same experience. Our buzzer didn't work so we waited for food for a long time and somehow got chided for it (" we've been buzzing you!") which felt wrong. I got the slow cooked pork and 50% of it was inedible grease ... so that was disappointing. A nice addition to the neighborhood, but I would prioritize this over the many other great options around. read more

Amazing food and atmosphere. The best duck I've every had. Worth every penny.

the best damn food in flatbush. i put that on my mama. everything is good. get everything.

I had the kale salad and mac & cheese. Both delicious. I liked the atmosphere and music. The woman who waited on us at the bar could not have been nicer. The woman at the counter however . . . needs to learn a little about customer service. My wife asked her if we pay her at the counter and she replied, "I don't know who you people are or where you came from!" Bizarre. Definitely needs some training. I'd go back - the food is delicious - but will definitely eat at the bar to avoid Ms. Sunshine at the counter. read more

I'm a snob about vegetarian-ish bowl things that involve fermented vegetables and beans, because I make a lot of that at home, so I went here reluctantly and it blew me away! So flavorful and also plentiful. read more

First of all this place is a great vibe and interior design. The backyards is so lovely to sit and chill, and music a big plus. However, the food is very very disappointing. Portions are very small. We ordered duck, plantain, and rice. They all were cold. The duck was overly seasoned, no unique flavor at all. Rice was unbelievably cold and the plantain was over ripped. Overall I would never come back here to eat but to hang out and have a drink. read more

Wish I could give them zero stars. This one star goes to the incredible thoughtfulness of the delivery person who began texting me about my delayed order while the restaurant itself did nothing. After an hour, the delivery person said there was a delay and I waited. (It was very considerate of him to contact me and I wish i could give him 1000000 stars!) After an hour and a half, the seamless app told me my order had been delivered 30 minutes prior. So I called the restaurant. The person who answered made me feel like I was in the wrong for calling. It was a miserable interaction. Food is good. But the people who work there (delivery people aside) are going to run the business into the ground with their rudeness. read more

Had a great time here... Food is simple, but delicious, flavorful, and comforting. Very casual and trendy. All the employees were very friendly. It's part of a string of places opening up that cater to the neighborhood's gentrification as well as the diversity of the area. The outdoor space is calm and quiet at least on a weekday evening. Not in love with the low seating. I was uncomfortable with my longish legs, but it was too nice to sit indoors. Cocktail from their menu wasn't very strong. Beers are craft, but pretty boring. Could do with a good sour. The food lends itself to that. Will be back soon! read more

I really wanted to love this place but it confused me which was unpleasant. I ordered for 4 people which was about $140 and I tipped 20% = $30 at the counter when ordering but I had to pick up my food, drinks and buss the table. I do support the kitchen staff but I feel slightly ripped off for them not informing me of this. Food was good, but I can't come back to a place that I feel disappointed in. I do wish them luck and better manners in not ripping off their clients. People will support you when they feel respected. read more

I was so impressed by the vibe of the place. The atmosphere was nice, refreshing decor, beautiful featured artwork and photography. The food was so delicious. No frills service, picnic table style eating, hang around as long as you like and bus your own tables when done. Can't wait to checkout the outdoor patio in the summer. read more

I have never eaten anything here that i didn't enjoy. the meats are well seasoned, the sides are subtle and healthy feeling except for the mashed potatoes and mac and cheese which taste so good you feel like you're doing something bad when you eat them. Please open a spot in BedStuy read more

Delicious food and great service. I'm so glad I found this neighborhood spot, I'll be coming back soon.

One star review is due to their relations with their neighbors. They are entirely too disrespectful of their neighbors. They leave their backyard open so all the noise travels into our apartment. They leave the back door open even when the backyard is empty, allowing the extraneous noise and music to bother their neighbors uninhibited. They play games with the volume: lowering it when the cops come from our noise complaints and then bringing it back up after they leave. Over all they are horrible neighbors. I would love to see them start showing us some respect and being actual members of the community here. read more

Great vibes and the food is delish! Great place to get a bite to eat and do drinks with friends or a date! :)