The food was absolutely amazing. So we had the roasted fish, and it had this delicious sauce on top of it. The sweet potatoes were so delicious and the chimichurri sauce really set it off. The ambience was beautiful. We sat outside in the back. I really cannot wait to go back and try something else. We also had the hummus plate. The smoked honey was so delicious. When we were waiting in line to order, I decided that I wanted the pear Brulé cheesecake when we leave but we left and almost halfway back to my friends house. I remembered about the cheesecake and I was so upset that I didn't order. Lol however, I vowed to come back soon. read more

Risbo - Roasted fish, chimichurri sauce, sweet potatoes. - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I was disappointed to be charged $2 for a tiny little cup of syrup with my chicken and waffle brunch meal. Management can't supply customers with condiments like syrup at their weekend brunch? read more

Despite being a reoccurring patron of Risbo I am flummoxed by the service that was provided during my last visit. My partner and I decided to visit Risbo for a celebration and were faced with an unusual experience from what was our norm. We waited quite some time for our cocktails after about 15 minutes I was told my cocktail would not be able to made. Despite ordering different drink I was met by the bartender about 5 minutes later who just poured wine into a cup for me and walked away. Several patrons started forming a lining behind me and kept shoving and trying to move my chair as they were becoming agitated by waiting on line for bar. The food was outstanding as always, but the bar experience was horrible and as we were eating their was a homeless woman begging for money or for us to buy her food while placing her hands on me as well and in front of our faces while eating. Once again, I understand that restaurants get busy but this was a very bizarre and by far the most unusual experience that I've faced while dining here let alone any Michelin restaurant in this city. I spoke with the owner on several occasions and was told we would be receiving a refund to the account but unfortunately that did not occur so here I am leaving said review. read more

There was something about the look of this place from the outside that had made me a little complacent on trying risbo out, but my gf wanted to go so I happily obliged. And I love it lol. Idk what took me so long. Its full of communal tables, diverse art, and diverse people. The staff is hella diverse and super chill. You can tell they enjoy working there. The music is def my style lots of afro and future beats, neo soul, r&b some hip hop. Its just good stuff. There is a small bar that actually pretty short height wise. Im 6'6 and it sits below my waist. You might as well sit at a table. The drinks however are head and shoulders above much of the neighboring establishments. Their food is homey. All the meats are rotisserie roast on the spot. They offer a nice collection of sides similar to what you would see at Dig Inn. They also over changing chef specials like market fish and tacos. The price is somewhere between casual and restaurant dining. Expect to spend $15-25 (without drinks). You also have to pick up and toss out your own food. Its a really mello place with good offerings read more

Risbo - I love risbo but for $9 they got to up their portions. - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here after not being able to get food from Pich. I love the ambiance of the garden and the bohemian floor pillow vibe. I tried to do something like that in my apartment. Didn't turn out well at all lol. I wasn't a fan of self bussing since it falls back on you to buss the tables if someone else doesn't or if they can't read. I had to buss one table and someone else bussed dishes off of an adjacent table. I was going to get the banana french toast ?? but saw someone ordered the lamb hash and just had to have it. It was amazing. We also ordered watermelon frosé. That was okay. Their summer twist on a French 75 was bad though a very gorgeous, rich color lol. I'd come back to try more food. I wish I would've gotten the summer pineapple frozen cocktail. read more

Great food and cocktails. Popular dining time is clearly 6:15/6:30 on a Saturday night as it took a while to get our order. But the food is good and the drinks are too. If you haven't been, note they are community table style. Order your food and drinks yourself at the respective counter and get a buzzer... Then enjoy! read more

Food and service was spot on! Fresh ingredients. Will definitely go back. Next time will try the lamb which I saw others get.

Wow! Honestly did not expect to be blown away at how nonchalant this place is about being so delicious. I ordered a side of chimichurri w the "whatever plate," the pear brûlée cheesecake, and the ginger juice. Everything was so good that i ordered again for take out and ate it as soon as i could fit more food in my stomach. The potatoes were so buttery, the chicken was tender, the cheesecake was fluffy. Inside the seating is shared, very casual, but the outdoor patio is beautiful. Highly recommend this spot for groups. If you're by yourself, expect a 20-30 minute wait for the food (ordering to go, in store. Definitely plan ahead if you're in a rush). It's worth it! read more

Terrible food and service experience. Ordered 2 duck main courses. One was fine, but the other was all fat and bones, barely 2 bites of meat. We showed the server to be told there's a strict "no refunds or exchanges" policy (strange for that to be a restaurant's immediate response - perhaps a sign of high number of complaints?). They were firm in their position and barely prepared to even have a conversation about it or inspect the dish. Also 1 of 2 glasses of wine was cloudy "because it was organic", but the same wine from a fresh bottle was transparent, so it was really just off. Considering the lack of table service and bussing your own table, $110 above-Manhattan prices for this experience was deeply unsatisfactory. Nice garden. read more

Visited Risbo for the first time. Food was amazing! Friendly service! Such a cute place love all the plants on the back patio! We'll definitely come back. read more

The Shepard's Pie Bowl was delicious. Loved the hummus with pita bread. We sat on the patio and ordered a few drinks which were also fantastic. read more

Risbo - Shepard's Pie Bowl on the left. Pita bread and hummus on the right. - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Fun spot with great food and plenty of options. I was in the neighborhood one Sunday and needed dinner--Risbo called to me and I answered. The set up is pretty simple: you order at the counter and seat yourself, either inside or out. The backyard was packed when I visited (good for them!) so I sat inside. I had the Risbo Platter to try a bit of everything and got the chicken. The platter is plenty of food for one person, and I even ended up taking some home! Chicken was kicking, no notes; also ate up the humus and spicy cabbage salad. There is a separate bar that you can grab a drink from. The bartender was very friendly, and after I finished my meal I relocated from the shared tables to a spot at the bar for another glass of wine. Risbo is a neighborhood gem! Will be back when I'm in the area. read more

If you're looking for a laid back atmosphere you've come to the right place. The menu is simple but full of delicious variety. Healthy warm grain bowls with veggies, flavorful rotisserie chicken, sweet plantains, potato au gratin, fish, and many others. When you walk inside you'll notice the interior. White walls, plants everywhere, and an attractive crowd. Large paintings on the wall reflecting life on the outside, alongside life on the inside. I usually find a seat at the bar. I like to meet people. Lol. They have some really great cocktails but you can concoct your own drink with a mix of spirits with their homemade juices. The owner is awesome. Extremely friendly, you'll probably see him running around. I've always had a great time here around great people. It's relaxed and welcoming. They have a nice outdoor space in the back with cushions and pillows everywhere. You can hear the birds sing, take in the air and sip on a cocktail. Check me out on Instagram @saltandsavor If you're in the area support your local businesses and order their amazing food and drinks. I love anything with sorrel or ginger! I heard their brunch is lit but haven't tried it yet myself. Cheers. Til we all see each other again! read more

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I've noticed it is a hit or miss depending on the type of person I bring here and also what you order! The good : - Super cute place with delicious food. - Everything is tasty + variety - Drinks are delicious - Mulled Wine is great! - Outdoor seating + heating The not so good - Portions are small (depending what you order) - Gets pricey really quick if you order more than 1 item - Not a lot of indoor seating - Kinda awkward waiting to pickup drinks - Outdoor seating is not cute to everyone since some of it is on the floor with bean bags etc. I recommend the Sherperds pie bowl thing for good portions and if you like lamb and some mulled wine for cold winter. Overall it is a cute hangout place and more on the artsy hipster side. Not the best place to pig out but great for drinks and snacking. Maybe good for lunch but have never tried it yet! read more

I really like the overall atmosphere of Risbo. It gives a hip vibe and is aesthetically pleasing. I walk by this place everyday, so I finally decided to give it a try. All of their roasted meats look and taste delicious! I decided to not get the $21 bowl because I don't eat half the sides that come with it. Instead I opted for the roasted beef and side of mac and cheese. When I received my food I was so taken aback about how small the portion sizes were. I mean for $16, you would think you'd get a decent amount of food, but that's not the case here. The mac and cheese was a disappointing. It was cold and didn't have any standout flavors. The beef on the other hand was really good! However, the portion size was too small in my opinion. Would I come back? Maybe -- I'm interested in trying some of their other meat dishes, but it will have to be on a day where I'm willing to splurge a little. read more

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Everything is good food is delicious the staff are friendly and love the desserts the daily soups are delicious the drinks are good

OMG can I just say I LOVE this place and the bartender, Sébastien is the best! The food is healthy and hearty and does not disappoint. My Uncle had the pork, duck, veggies and mashed potatoes. I had the shepherds pie and salad combo Andy my cousin had the healthy one(salad). The bissap juice is sooo good, if you like sorrel and ginger. We also had the ginger rum (?) I think that's the name so good I can't remember! The staff/cashier was very helpful in explaining everything and suggestion wise. The vibe is really low key. One summer day we came in after walking to the park and had drinks in the garden in the back, it was cool. Will definitely come back without a doubt! Make sure you try the cheesecake! Yum! read more

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I really enjoyed the food here but did not understand the tray it is served on. The service is non exist bc it seems cafeteria style dining. I enjoyed the seating style. I would definitely return. Two entrees plus two drinks totaled $75. The hummus and red/pickled cabbage was phenomenal. I ate all of the side before the meat bc everything was so good. Great work o n the behalf of the chefs. The love is delivered in the preparation of the meal. read more

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Wow, this place looks great from the outside but smells even better and has a warm cozy vibe. Place your order at the counter, take a buzzer/number and find a table inside or outside. Choose from communal tables or cute low level seating and cushions in the backyard/outdoor garden patio area. Good music playing and great cocktails to choose from, place your drink order with bartender across from food order counter. Risbo platter rotisserie chicken was really good, also liked the Mac and cheese as well. You can taste the love in it. Boiled stuffed plantain was ok, kind of cold and basic not really necessary. Small assortment of ice cream and sorbet available, really liked the lychee sorbet, 1 scoop even at $4 or 5 was worth it. Definitely a great weekday dinner solo spot or intimate gathering with friends on the weekend. read more

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Amazing spot and energy. The kale salad and the Healthy away are extraordinary. I had a vegan Carrot / Lentil soup last night and it was brilliant. read more

Food is tasty but overpriced for small portions served on paper plates. Took them rather long to prepare considering that most of the food was already waiting for us behind glass before we ordered it. And it also came cold. The ambience was pleasant and relaxing and the staff was polite, but the fact that they ask you to tip 18-25% at a buffet with 0 service is absurd. read more

I have to say, I find paying $35 for an entree that is served in cardboard, and that I have to order at the counter, then pick up, then bus, does not strike me as a decent deal. Suggested minimum tip is 18%! For cashing in our money, basically. It's fine to save on employees (though young creative types in NYC need the waitressing jobs) but that saving should be reflected in the price. $35 is an entree's (higher) price in many good restaurants that are fully staffed. The food was pretty good, but the duck was disappointing, too gamey (I eat a lot of duck), probably too large/old an animal. We ate in the backyard that is charming. The staff too (it's not their fault). read more

Really excellent cozy comfort food vibes here. Service was fast and friendly. It was pretty packed on a Saturday night so we tried to sit outside (very cute lil outdoor area) but it was freezing even with their little heat lamps. We went back inside and sat at a community table which was kind of nice. I like that we could see all of the food before we ordered which helped me make my decision. I had the chicken which was very well seasoned, the mac & cheese was excellent and the butternut squash was perfect. The cobbler was also freaking awesome! Love the casual comfort food vibes and can't wait to come back and try more read more

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Good food. Ok prices. 18% tip on 60 dollar meal for two to self serve your own utensils and water. Food serve in paper plates. Lovely. These entrees were more like appetizers. Went to mcd after for more food read more

Risbo - Rum punch - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Love this place, food , drinks and vibe. Plenty of vegetarian options. The staff is attentive and the service is A+ read more

I asked the bartender to make an old fashion & she nailed it ty jessica shes a keeper . & she knew to use a large work , very important when making an old fashion . 10/10 read more

Rizzy B absolutely slaps. As much as there are great places to eat in PLG/Flatbush, everything is deep fried/meat/rice and beans and it's hard to find anything remotely healthy. Risbo has an a-la-carte selection of meats, veggies, and sides, including a rotation of specials which are always delicious. Chicken is delicious. Pork is delicious. Risbo Mac and cheese is the only Mac I will eat. The roasted greens/veggies make dinner guilt-free. The outdoor seating area is lovely in the summer, and they have recently added brunch on weekends (I daydream about the Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Waffles). Absolute gem 5/5 would recommend. read more

Risbo - Risbo Brunch - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My only complaint about Risbo is that it opens at 5pm but I want to be there 24/7 lol. I love everything about this place because it is a vibe. They have delicious, healthy, and decently priced food, the cocktails are always well crafted, and the good energy is palpable. You walk by it on Flatbush and you can't help but to be curious about seeing all the grooving and chewing faces. That's how I found it when it opened and I just never left. I love sitting at the bar in the winter and taking in the 90s R&B jams or chilling in the backyard during the summer or getting hype in the backyard while listening to the live DJ. This place has never disappointed me and I am so glad to have it in the neighborhood. Stop in for the food & drinks but stay for the vibes. read more

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First time at this beautiful gem in Brooklyn and from the moment I entered the ambience was amazing. I ordered The pork loin with the macaroni and cheese and sweet potato. The pork was so tender delicious well seasoned so tasty and cannot wait to come back to New York and order this again. The staff was so welcoming and the owner Boris was super sweet and was happy to have had the pleasure of meeting him that evening. See you soon Risbo! read more

My friend and I shared a entire meal for just $35 and it was delicious! I am SO happy I live in walking distance from this spot :)

Amazing flavors. We shared the platter and a kale salad. The platter was delish! The kale salad was huge, dressing was tangy and so good! Ended the meal with burnt honey vanilla ice cream. Casual vibe, with some good hipness. Definitely recommend. read more

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Food was delicious! Everything was delicious! This is a nice little gem right there in the heart of Brooklyn on Flatbush Avenue. Staff is friendly, atmosphere was nice with choice of indoor or outdoor seating. Celebrated my birthday with family and friends and everyone had fun Would love to return. read more

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Just went to this place for take out as it's set up as buffet style behind the counter. Figured it would be a quick wait. However, they are very popular and a stream of people came in to pick up orders. Anyway, it took me 40 minutes to get my meal to go. I've heard the food is terrific but just keep this in mind and maybe order a drink at the bar? read more

Another covid-era delivery review... we've ordered delivery from her a few times. What started to turn us off was how greasy everything always was. And then there was that time they gave us undercooked chicken... and so now we're off the Risbo bandwagon. But I give'm a 3 because it was pretty good while it lasted. read more

Cute , cozy spot serving good food and dranks! This is my first review of the spot but like my 3rd visit , the drinks are always the same -- overiced ! Fortunately, the tacos make up for the meh drinks I only had the tacos , but if I had to rate the food based off only the tacos then they would get and A+ The pork tacos has lotttts of fresh veggies & meat It can barely fit in the tortilla Bonus points for the dope backyard read more

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Great food, great vibes!!! I visited Risbo during a trip to Brooklyn and the customer service was outstanding, as was the food. There was an issue submitting our order (b/c technology isn't perfect lol) but that didn't ruin the experience. I got the taco of the day (1 chicken, 1 pork) and my sister ordered the rotisserie chicken, veggies and mac n' cheese. If you've got room for dessert, I also recommend the pear brûlée cheesecake. Will definitely be coming back here! read more

Risbo - Tacos Taco of the Day - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Delicious food, super friendly staff, and beautiful outdoor area! And when the bartender didn't have the ingredients for the drink I ordered he whipped up something else for me which I loved. 10/10! read more

Risbo - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very cute place in Brooklyn with great seating. You place your order for meats and greens. Great selection of meats, sides and sauces. Great cocktails too. read more

I'm glad to finally have eaten here. The Branzino was so good and flavorful.The fish came with hummus, roasted carrots, sweet plantains, rice pilaf, and cabbage. I wanted to try other meats so I ordered the quarter roasted chicken and lamb. The lamb was so juicy and fresh. the lamb was ok. It was missing something that I can't think of. The music was good. they played old school hip hop. They have a backyard which has an intimate garden vibe. I ordered two drinks the Watermelon Froze and the Pidgin. The Pidgin was really good it consisted of mezcal, passionfruit, and lime juice. read more

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Great wine, food, and service. The setup is informal and very comfortable. My favorite dishes are the minestrone soup on a cold day and the Healthy One bowl. Lots of great options! read more