Struggled on writing the review because I wasn't sure what star rating to give it so I'll break everything down below. Restaurant itself is beautiful love all the nautical items. We arrived early before our reservation so they told us we could grab a drink in the corner of the bar. Drinks were great, but that area definitely got packed as people were waiting for their table and there were only approximately six seats in that corner. Food wise, we ordered what I would describe as a deviled egg. My husband thought they were decent deviled eggs, but nothing special. We also ordered the sunchokes which I had never heard of before, but we're really good. Highly recommend. And then for entrées I ordered the chicken which was incredible. Highly recommend probably the best chicken I've ever had and I don't normally order chicken in a restaurant. To be honest, I can't remember the second dish we ordered that's how underwhelming it was. The area that gave me pause on review was the service from our waitress. I don't know if it was just a bad night for her or if that is normally how she handles her tables, but she seemed to have zero interest in any of our tables. We watched the other servers explain the menu and be excited and make recommendations but our server was truly just an order taker. Kind of put a damper on the dining experience, which was unfortunate since it was a restaurant we were looking forward to, and I feel like a server can make or break. read more

Sailor, yes please. Sailor is a cozy little spot, nestled on a corner in Fort Greene. We didn't have a reservation, however, they accept walk-ins for their bar area. We were in line on a Sunday, 20 minutes before they opened and we were lucky enough to get a seat for two at the bar. They check all the boxes here: * Great music * Fantastic service * Cozy vibes * Incredible food I was undecided which dish I was going with for brunch and asked our server what she'd recommend out of the two I had narrowed down. With confidence, she recommended the Turkish Eggs & Flatbread. When I tell you the flavors of this dish had me going crazy... wow, wow, wow! This is a must order - there's absolutely no question about it. So good, I've added this dish to my "best dishes of 2025 list". I'll be curious to see where it falls on the list by the time the end of the year is here but confident it will make the top 5, if not, top 3. To close out the order, my friend ordered their French toast - got an order of fries to split along with a cappuccino & an americano. The reviews are on point - Sailor is a must visit in Brooklyn. I've head good things about their dinner menu as well & hope to make it back to give it a shot soon. read more

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french toast was so good but super rich. kinda the same with the turkish eggs. would wanna come back to try the burger! read more

Sailor - french toast - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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True to the name, this restaurant's nautical vibes paired perfectly with the quiet ambiance. Their unique menu contains a nice variety of options to spice up your weekly brunch - try the turkish eggs! Make sure to save some flatbread to clean up the plate. Service was great and the atmosphere is lovely, definitely coming back! read more

Really nice ambience and service. Kind of small portions, not much on the plate except the protein. Pricey salads. The steak was kind of tough and they don't ask/care how you want it cooked. read more

First and foremost this place was great! The restaurant is on a corner, dimly lit, beautiful artwork on the walls, great playlist vibes and an amazingly talented staff (I'll talk more about them later). Ordered a few things to share, the beets with smoked goat cheese was surprisingly tasty. I'm not a huge goat cheese fan but this was nice and really did taste smokey. The carrot, orange and avocado were such a lovely pairing of flavors. I love all those things individually but never thought to have them together, great idea! Very much enjoyed the cod and roasted chicken. That had to have been the juiciest chicken I've had in a while. From light crisp on the skin to the softness of the chicken breast to that SAUCE! Oh ma gawd. I was dipping the cod in the chicken sauce too it was that good. Oh thankfully saved space for dessert and completely devoured the Profiterole (first time trying this). Two delicious puff pastry / vanilla ice cream / caramel glazed pieces landed on the table. Great way to wrap up the dinner, sweet and lightly savory at the same time. 5 completely earned stars for sure. Oh, back to the staff. When I arrived they were pretty busy (Monday night) and after a bit were able to accommodate. The timing worked out great, the host was sweet. The server was fantastic. Little did he know that he was spot on with his table side commentary and his comedic timing. He perfectly described the dishes to help with decision making. Enjoy! read more

Pretty good but definitely overhyped. The interior is very cute and well decorated. I felt like I was at brunch on vacation in Nantucket or something. The staff was all very friendly. But I was slightly underwhelmed by the food, especially for the very high prices. Ordered: - Turkish eggs. Good but only one egg in a puddle of yogurt is INSANE. At least give two eggs - come on! And some of it had a bit of a charred flavor I didn't love - Turkey Rueben: the turkey and filling of the sandwich was very good but the bread was burnt on the crust so that part didn't taste great. It also doesn't come with a side at $25 for a turkey sandwich.... - French toast: pretty good but nothing super memorable, especially for being famous Another issue I had was my husband ordered the egg, I ordered the French toast, and we ordered the Rueben to split. But my French toast didn't come until 45 minutes after the other items and we didn't get an apology or comped food or anything so that was a turn off. read more

Holy cow Sailor has the best french toast I've ever tasted! The texture was melt-in-the-mouth, with a seared outside that was perfection. The sauce was indulgent and blended well with the fluffy insides of the pancake. The burger was also super solid -- not too heavy and cooked just right (true medium rare). The interior gets lots of natural light and is pleasant to dine with friends. The server was also chatty and friendly. read more

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This review is for weekend brunch. I know this place has a lot of hype. Not sure I quite understand all the hype (wouldn't necessarily wait for a long time for a table), but it's a great brunch option and I'll be back. Highly recommend setting Resy notifys - I got multiple notifications for brunch openings by doing that. Ambiance / Service: very casual, has a quaint neighborhoody feel. Rustic nautical vibes. I saw lots of families with younger children dining here. There is outdoor seating (not covered so really only good when the weather is nice). Restaurant isn't very big so I don't think it would be ideal for a party larger than 6. Service was great. Food: ordered the below between 2 people. -Caesar Salad: I would order again. Croutons were good and dressing was flavorful. Had a nice tang to it. -French Toast: I feel like this is a must. It's not very big, but it was perfect to share. Not sure I'd want as my sole entree. Texture is similar to a soufflé. Despite what it looks like, it wasn't overly sweet. -Sailor Burger: slightly undercooked for me. We asked for medium and it was medium rare. Aside from that, this was good and I would order again. Not too big, but quite hearty. It kind of reminds me of french onion soup. read more

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The best thing is the ambiance and a decent wine list. The service is also friendly and prompt. The food is simply bad. It is so bad it destroys anything good about the place. The best is the bread and the spread. Everything else (I tried six dishes in total) has zero creativity, overcrowded with components that do not work. The worst is that everything is over seasoned. I can honestly say this was one of the worst food experiences in the past yr or so. Definitely not worth another visit. Don't know how they got their glowing reputation but seriously they need some changes in the kitchen. read more

TLDR: finally went for lunch, beautiful and casual neighborhood spot, with good food! SETTING: made a lunch res for 12pm. We arrived a few minutes early and there was already a bit of a line with people waiting to walk in. The hype around Sailor is REAL! The restaurant looks smaller than it is inside- they have spaced out tables / fit a lot into a tighter space and the restaurant is beautiful/airy yet cozy at the same time. Perfect for family, dates, friends. FOOD: we ordered the deviled eggs, gentleman's dip (anchovy dip), the burger and quiche. The deviled eggs had a copious amount of Mayo that was a bit much (even as a Mayo lover!!). The anchovy dip was also quite salty- which is to be expected but I wanted a garnish or something that could cut through the salt. The burger was quite salty as well. However I don't mind salt and will say the burger was absolutely delicious! The quiche was a perfect texture and very tasty as well. SERVICE: our server was very sweet and attentive. No notes. VERDICT: great little neighborhood spot I am sure will be around for a long time. read more

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This place was insanely good. I think we got lucky, brunching in Fort Green on a cold & rainy Saturday, because we only had to wait about 10 minutes for bar seats. Super cute place with a nautical theme and great service. They also had the best burger I've ever had, with smothered onions & cheese. The French Toast was rich and served with a sweet and delicious caramel sauce. read more

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Everything you've heard about Sailor is true. It's a compact space with old-school bistro vibes, seemingly straightforward dishes that are dancing with subtle creativity. Nothing subtle about the flavors, though. Impeccable technique, perfect execution, virtually no notes. Sailor is a wholly satisfying New York experience, curated to a level I've come to expect from Gabe Stulman, one of my favorite restauranteurs. I live uptown in Manhattan so a restaurant really needs to pique my interest for me to travel an hour on more than one train, and Sailor delivered. We came here at 9:30 on a Saturday night. I've gotten on the waitlist for Sailor almost every weekend since it opened, but the restaurant only has seven tables it opens for reservations as it's a tiny space, so the odds are never that great that you'll snag a table. It's always a right place, right time kind of a game. This past week the time and place were right, and even though 9:30 is a little late for dinner, sacrifices must often be made for tables of this caliber. Walking in, I quickly saw why it's so hard to book a res here, as both the barroom and dining room are quite compact. The bar area is reserved for walk-ins only, and you might even have a better shot getting a res here doing it that way then by stalking Resy with your phone glued to your hand. In any case, we got the whole white tablecloth experience which was lovely. Sailor only serves a small list of classic cocktails, the main focus being wine. Still, I had to opt for a gin dirty martini because if it's on the menu, I'm going to get tunnel vision. This one was delightful and served with a sidecar over ice which is always appreciated when it comes to martinis. I then got a glass of a chenin blanc which was solid and paired well with what we ordered. Food-wise, I truly don't think you can go wrong here and that will make ordering challenging. Something about the dishes here makes them all feel like instant classics, approachable yet refined, magic dressed in humble clothing. Our server told us that we weren't ordering too much food, but we ended up talking home leftovers. Not a bad thing if you don't mind that, just get to keep the party going. Eats, below: Green Salad with Oregano Vinaigrette + Pumpkin Seeds: A The vinaigrette is what makes this dish. It seems unexciting but it's somehow very satisfying. Always love a little crunch in a salad and the pumpkin seeds were a nice touch. Braised Squid + Spinach Stew with Yogurt: A+ We didn't know what exactly to expect with this one but it was pretty mind-blowing. Flavorful, a balance between rich and light, served with crunchy crostini-type stuff to add some texture. Asparagus with Anchovy Red Wine Butter: A The asparagus itself was as simple as it comes, the star being the two pads of butter sitting on top, to be spread around as you see fit. Bass with Sunchokes + Vermouth Cream: A+ Entering into a mains was a transcendent experience, starting with this stunning fish dish. Cooked perfectly with sunchokes multiple ways and that incredible cream it's all bathing in. Half Roasted Chicken with Dried Herb Butter + Parmesan Roasted Potatoes: A+ My partner doesn't typically like to order chicken at restaurants because it's something we could theoretically make at home, but when Pete Welles says jump I'll start training for the Olympics. This is the dish we ended up not finishing and saving the rest for leftover, but roasted chicken always makes great leftovers. Juicy and buttery and those potatoes are just so satisfying. The whole dish feels like a big hug. read more

Had a great time at Sailor! Amazing vibe and atmosphere. Great staff very accomodating and friendly. Overall experience was great. Individually some of the food was average for the quality we were expecting. Highlights was definitely the dessert! read more

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I went to brunch at Sailor this past weekend. Let me preface this by saying I am not a brunch person, but I was absolutely blown away. Sailor is quite a small [but very cute] restaurant so I definitely get why it's difficult to get a reservation. There's not a bad seat in the house, all the tables face the floor to ceiling windows. The restaurant is awash in sunlight. The kitchen is semi open, you could see inside from our table. The April Bloomfield was in the kitchen on Sunday, it was quite thrilling to watch her work. I had the Sailor Burger [$33] which was quite large and juicy. The melted cheese and onion were sublime. The amount of fries on the side was absolutely the correct amount: a ton. They definitely rank up there with McDonalds fries as being delectable. My friend and I shared the French Toast [$19], which was a delicious behemoth. It was the size of an actual hamburger. The top was caramelized and the syrup it was swimming in, well, I wanted to swim in it too. The vanilla cream reminded me of ice cream but ..it wasn't. We both had lattes, which were also great. I paid $58 after tax and tip. read more

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I had been wanting to try Sailor for brunch for months and I was lucky enough to snag a reservation for two on a Sunday at 2pm via the Resy notify feature. We were lucky since I believe the last seating for which they usually have brunch is 2pm on weekends. The place is super cute-- the smoky red, rustic brick exterior, the large windows that let in plenty of natural light, the dark hardwood planks on the ceiling, the navy blue accents, nautical artwork: it truly makes you feel inside a boat. We were seated almost immediately in the dining room and our waitress came by to hand us menus and water. Service was very nice and they answered all our questions about the menu. One thing to note is that for a party of 2 or 3 they do want you out of there within 1 hour which feels a little short, especially if you've been waiting months to come here. For this reason, they also have a policy that food will come out as it is ready (we wanted to save the French toast for dessert to enjoy it fresh without savory distractions but this simply was not possible which was mildly disappointing). Nonetheless, the food was undeniably excellent. We tried: - Caesar salad: Super fresh and crispy lettuce with generous caesar dressing, parmesan, and full anchovies. The anchovies were surprisingly not as salty as I expected and added a very nice aesthetic to the dish. It also came with croutons that were simply divine: super crispy, and garlicky. - Turkish eggs: this dish was phenomenal! Two perfectly poached eggs served over a bed of garlicky yogurt that went really nicely with the silky egg yolks. The eggs came with some spiced oil which had some smoky paprika, and definitely some chili flakes that gave it a nice spicy kick. I could not identify the other spices but the mix was very warm and comforting. It came with this very flaky, yet chewy, and warm sesame flatbread on the side to scoop up all the delicious elements of the dish. Would order again. - Sailor burger: Another hit, this burger was just amazing! The meat had a delicious flavor, and had the right amount of fat to be tender and decadent without being too greasy. It came with some caramelized onions that complemented the umami flavors of the meat well, as well as some cheddar to add another layer of savory creaminess. This came with fries that were exceptionally well done-- the fries were perfectly salted and were very crispy. The bun in which the burger came had a very nice heartiness to it which I think made the burger even more delicious. It provided the perfect plain, rustic base for the rich patty. One of the best burgers I have had in a long time. Does not feel too heavy and is good to share. - French toast: this is a must! The thick brioche comes perfectly grilled, with an almost caramelized crispy exterior and a pillowy, soft interior that is reminiscent of bread pudding. The toast comes with generous amounts of maple syrup, although surprisingly it is not as sweet as you may think! It comes with some light vanilla cream on top to balance it all. This is the best french toast I have had in the city, no question. Would come back just for this. The portion size is not as big so it good to share with one other person. 100/10! Overall, the food was amazing and I would definitely come back to have it again. Downsides I would say are 1) the policies of table time, which I wish could be extended even to 1.5 hours for parties of 2-3 to be able to enjoy that French toast for dessert and enjoy more of the ambiance during the meal in general, and 2) the price, which I think is made up for by their exceptionally high quality ingredients. I still think this place is 100% worth the hype and look forward to trying their dinner service + returning for brunch in the future! read more

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I came for the Caesar salad which was pretty good but missing something. Crunchy croutons, anchovies and lots of parmesan cheese but I think the sauce was just not enough to call this the best I've had. The burger was a pleasant surprise with caramelized onions, gruyere and fries. The bun was soft and the burger was tender. Seemed overpriced but pretty good. Overall it was nice, but not worth a trip just for this place. read more

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Awesome meal! 4.5 Stars Food: 4.5 stars - I would describe it as: straightforward dishes, expertly done. We especially loved the Half Roasted Chicken. We don't often order chicken when dining out, but this one is worth it. Ambiance: 5 stars - rustic yet polished, lots of exposed brick and natural wood. We loved enjoying a glass of wine in a small seating area outside while we were waiting for our table to be ready. Feels very Gabe Stulman-esque, and fits in perfectly with the neighborhood. Service: 4.5 stars - our waiter was polite and professional. We asked for our martinis extra dirty, and after we'd had a moment to try them he asked if they were dirty enough, and even brought out some olive juice so we could add more if we liked. read more

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Cute! The large windows and decor is adorable. We had an early 5:15pm seating (tough to snag a coveted time) and the dining room was buzzing. Bar looked vibey too. The free olives are amazing. What's free nowadays! My Negroni was delicious. The wines by the glass list is solid with a house white and red for $9. Again another great value (the white was Pinot Grigio). I struggled with the menu a bit since a few things I wanted had anchovies- I know I know I just can't do it. We got the striped bass, cod, and Parmesan potatoes. The potatoes could have had more parm flavor and I swear they looked triple fried but were so tasty! We didn't get desert but people have been raving about the sweets. Next time. Service felt a lil rushed but overall was good. Bonus for me was spotting Gabe Stulman in the dining room. A NYC restaurant legend. read more

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Food was so good Best french toast i've ever had! Service was a bit slow. Took a while to get our bill read more

A year in, Sailor is better than ever. One of the most exciting new restaurants it is worth the trip to Brooklyn and I don't mean from Manhattan, I mean from LA, London, wherever. Gabriel Stulman and April Bloomfield have created a special place and you need to go, it's just that simple. read more

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The food was great, but nothing you couldn't get somewhere else at a decent restaurant ... In addition to that we asked our server for appetizer recommendations and he said that he's only been there for 2 weeks and didn't know what to tell us. After placing our order we didn't see the waiter for 40 minutes. We waved over another waitress who informed us of our new server. We had no idea our current servers shift was ending/being changed and not informed of the new person taken over. As a highly rated and sought after restaurant we were completely disappointed. read more

It's not child-friendly; they don't own a high chair. Since having our daughter 15 months ago, my husband and I only get to see our childless friends once a month or so for brunch. It's something we look forward to. Imagine our surprise when we show up at The Sailor and they immediately inform us that they don't have any high chairs, they don't allow strollers in the restaurant, and that I must keep my daughter on my lap and collapse my stroller to enter the restaurant. This whole welcome caused me the highest amount of stress. My husband took my daughter in to meet my friends while I immediately started organizing myself and the stroller so I could collapse it. At some point, someone came up and told me I didn't need to break the whole thing down and whisked the stroller away. I finally get to the table and realize that I didn't have my daughter's milk or bib. When I attempted to go get the stroller that was in the far corner of the restaurant, I was immediately stopped and told I could not access it. I explained that I just needed to get her milk, but the whole interaction was odd and off-putting. Moving forward, I was finally settled in, and I had to try to contain my 15-month-old for the better part of two hours. Sailor, do better! You are in Fort Greene with thousands of families; for you not to have any accommodations is unacceptable. I had been looking forward to visiting your restaurant for so long, and you made it very clear that I'm not welcome. Finding a last-minute brunch reservation on a Sunday is nearly impossible, so we did the best we could under the circumstances. read more

Such a cozy brunch spot! I have been dying to come to try the French toast and felt all the hype was wholly justified. We also got the quiche and tried the house wine which was good. Book in advance on Resy! read more

Sailor - French toast - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Since it first opened a few months ago, I wanted to try this place. However, until recently getting a reservation at Sailor was not easy, as they used to release an entire month of reservations on the 21st of the month preceding it. That system has now been discontinued as of December 2023, and now reservations are released each day at 11am for the date two weeks in the future[1]. Sailor is a welcoming, warm, elegant place, with a touch of nautical theme. A great place for a date, an anniversary, or to just catch up with a friend. It's also great just for drinks (the wine list is particularly impressive) and small plates if you score a seat at the bar[2]. I've had the Dirty Gin Martini, the Negroni, and the Manhattan, and they are all excellent cocktails. As far as food, this is what we had: - House made brandade with fines herbs & peppers - Poached radishes with lambic & guanciale - Steamed black bass with mushrooms & celeriac with Vadouvan spices - Roasted cod in a soup with coriander relish & crouton - Side of braised chicories with garlic & anchovies - Seckel pear & almond tart with crème frâiche All the dishes were excellent, with a couple of stand-outs: the house made brandade, the poached radishes, and the steamed black bass. Shout out to our server Camille, as she was awesome and gave us great recommendations. Looking forward to coming back soon! --------------------------- [1] https://www.sailor.nyc/reserve/ [2] The bar room remains fully available for walk-in dining. read more

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You hate to let expectations play a role, but it's hard to avoid when you read the blogs, have to stare at your phone and hop on a resy notification the moment you see it for a magically just opened up for a minute 9:45pm table for two. But you just can't help it. And when those expectations aren't just met, but are absolutely smashed through with a glorious, pitch perfect dining experience, it just somehow seems all the more impressive. My girlfriend and I shared six plates--4 from the appetizer/small plate sect and two entrees--which felt like a perfect amount of food, and the sharing of course allows you to sample so much, with the only downside being the potential for turning on each other and fighting over those precious final bites. The smoked Arctic Char Pate with pastrami spices served with thin crackers was Jewish deli-inspired, but light and super complex and flavorful. The Roasted Fennel with goat cheese was perhaps the best fennel I've ever had--the licorice flavor subtle, the goat cheese rich and the coriander crunch a thoughtful topping. The mussel toast was more a visit to Italy, with a brothy tomato sauce--felt less inventive than other offerings but not less flavorful. Final smaller plate was the stuffed radicchio in red wine sauce; while flavorful, perhaps our least favorite of the night--again felt like a nod to Jewish cuisine, which I love, and the radiccho (which I also love) was prepared perfectly, but it ultimately felt like a stuffed cabbage in a heavyish sauce--fine, but just not as great as the other. For entrees, we tried the steamed black bass w/ celeriac and a roast Coulotte steak with blue cheese butter. Both were just incredible, the fish with a light and flavorful broth and the steak perfectly medium rare and utterly delicious. Normally not a dessert person, but we couldn't resist the Pear and almond tart with crème fraiche, which was crisp and lovely, and the crème fraiche a perfect sweet yet tart topper. Perfect way to end a wonderful meal (with a pair of espressos as well). Service was exemplary--our server Noy was lovely, pleasant and helpful with recs and the sommelier Luke helped up with a strong wine rec for our meal (a dry Stadlmann riesling). And I have to say while not a bargain, for all the food we ate and wine we drank I really thought the final bill was pretty reasonable all in all--not cheap but not a wallet buster. But then it is hard to quibble at all with such an exceptional meal and experience. read more

Tried restaurant for both brunch and dinner! All the dishes were cooked really well, but I think I vibe more with the brunch dishes. It didn't feel like there were any dishes that stood out to me for dinner, except for the olives they give out in the beginning of the meal. read more

Charming decor in a stand alone building with April Bloomfield at the helm whom I am a fan. Unfortunately the bar seating is limited and I had to wait for a half hour to sit outside with a limited menu. The place is popular and I would come back another day, not Friday to try the full menu. Luckily it was a warm night for outdoor dining and what I had a salad with mustard dressing and the artic char pate were both delicious.. read more

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Has the ship sailed? High Point staff all of them are friendly and helpful. Was seated 45 minutes late. House ran out of pork shoulder. Was with people I love hanging with so we were able to overlook quite a bit... and the manager insisted on taking one of our entrees off the bill ... not requested by us.,, but that tells you something about how poorly things were going. We managed to have a wonderful time but it would have been elevated by spectacular food. I had heard wonderful things which just exacerbated the disappointment when dishes were unavailable or poorly executed. Place was packed but if kitchen does not turn around there will be more people like me who never return and talk smack about the place. Last 5 new places I tried were exceptional..My streak had to end sometime.. Hope for other peoples sake they get it together.... I am not sure who in the kitchen needs to walk the plank... but things could be better! If you are still thinking of dining here because I might have just caught an unlucky night... steer clear of the stuffed radicchio and abandon ship when it comes to the deviled eggs....they are definitely not seaworthy! The other lesson in this mariners nightmare is you don't have to let bad food ruin your night. read more

Food was okay, and the menu was creative. But for an added bonus, be sure to sit at the bar and get to endure the male bartender blatantly hitting on your wife. read more

I went to Sailor with some homies and let me tell you it was an amazing dining experience. Service was great, super knowledgeable on both the food and the wine and what would go well with what. Ambiance was perfect, we were sat outside on a beautiful evening with plenty of space. The food and drinks were all amazing. My favorites were the bass I got as well as the mussel toast and stuffed swiss chard. All in all highly recommend you check it out. read more

Sailor - Bass - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Sailor is everything you'd want in a fine dining restaurant inspired by an old salty fisherman. We had an early 5 p.m. reservation, and upon arrival were met with a line (which was mildly annoying), but once the doors opened, we were seated with Michelin-star precision. Given the history of the team behind Sailor, I expected nothing less--though sometimes the hype can be a distraction. That said, I appreciated the knowledgeable and expertly trained staff--our host wore a corkscrew fashionably looped through her belt, a charming touch. The food was divinely executed, with the standout being the Arctic Char pâté. Beware of our rookie mistake: we ordered two bread dishes. The second, toast with green sauce, was--as our server accurately warned--intensely herbaceous. Our mains--steak and bass--were delicious, and the sweet finale of salted caramel profiteroles truly sealed the experience. I wasn't a fan of the dainty vintage wine glasses. While pretty to look at, I'm a gal who needs room to swirl. But the passion for food that wafts from the kitchen is unmistakable. They deserve their flowers. I'll be back for brunch. read more

We went for brunch around July 4th and the meal was so terrible I'm still thinking about it 3 weeks later. The service was fine (drink order forgotten) but the food, ladies and gents, the food was either perfectly bland or unbelievably brackish. The dish that stuck out the most was the Gentleman's Relish (more of a paste), it was so salty and fishy it was almost metallic. It tasted as if we were licking a battery brined in the Dead Sea. It earned immediate eye contact and head shaking from everyone who tried it. Only the faint memory of the British Empire could inflict more trauma on our palates in 2025. The waitress said it was a "staff favorite" which makes me question the credentials of the entire team at this restaurant, absolutely dreadful stuff. The roast beef tartine, which was advertised as "with horseradish" did not taste of it at all. The amount of crème fraîche and horseradish could barely coat the back of a teaspoon, and so it tasted almost entirely of bitter arugula. No balance with acidity or any sweetness, just barenaked arugula straddling a pile of unseasoned roast beef. Given the price, prestige, and location of the place I can confidently call Sailor a boondoggle. Would not recommend. Get an $8 halal instead. read more

If you wanna get into this restaurant and can't find a reservation show up when they open for lunch. Or you could probably get a reservation for lunch. We went to this restaurant twice recently in New York. The first time was before dinner and sat in the warm great weather in New York outside and had a wonderful time. The Caesar salad was great. The fish entrée was also great. We got confused getting there the first time. The second time we took the C train from the Times Square area. We had been to April Bloomfield, previous restaurants, including the John Dory oyster bar and the spotted pig in the West village. There was a scandal there involving Mario Batali, and others that tarnish April for having a blind eye. All of her restaurants closed. Sailor is her redemption and is greatly welcomed by the fans of her cooking. I have two of her cookbooks. The wait staff is exceedingly nice. read more

I'd rate Sailor four and a half stars. Modern American restaurant. Outstanding service. Excellent professionalism in the front of the house as well as in the kitchen when I peered in while using the restroom. Definite sense of urgency too. I wouldn't be surprised if most of the team members here end up running their own business. Aside from the great service, the food was excellent too. We came during brunch and started with their French toast. A unique take on the classic. The outside was of the bread was caramelized while the inside still yet sort of raw or undercooked. My wife advised it's supposed to be a take on a soufflé. The French toast sits in a generous pool of butter and syrup. It's topped with an ice cream like crème fraîche. It's undoubtedly the most sophisticated French toast that I've had and also possibly one of the least healthy. It's priced at $19 for portion slightly smaller than a first. I suppose it's the YOLO of French toasts. Next, we shared the sailor burger. It's the most expensive food item on the brunch menu coming in at $33 with fries. I believe it's a quarter to a third pound patty. It's a thick steakhouse style patty which is nice to see during the current smash burger craze. It's topped with caramelized onions, cheese, and a sauce which all melt together to form a gooey delicious dip for the fries. I believe the fries were tripled fried tending them ultra crispy. We ordered the burger medium rare and it came out right on point. The burger is loaded onto English muffin style bun. The burger holds up to any of the other $30+ burgers of New York City. They've got a full bar, a couple beers on draft, and a big menu selection featuring a nice offering of wines by the glass. There are two gender neutral restrooms with one being spacious and handicap accessible. We walked in on a Sunday for brunch and had a short wait which was pleasantly occupied by walking through Fort Greene Park. read more

Had such a lovely, elevated experience at Sailor. I see why there's such a hype surrounding this spot. Per usual when I dine alone, I took some notes during my meal. Here were my in-action thoughts: - house red was really decent, it didn't taste like a cheap ass wine - Mixed olives at the table, classic, nice touch for the experience more than anything revolutionary - Mixed nuts with bourbon and rosemary: loved the punchy flavor on these - Smoked arctic char pate with charred bread: lighter and mild in flavor, the bread was a bit more charred that I prefer, good but I won't dream about it - Skordalia Dip and bread: loved the mochi-like texture of the flatbread. The dip was a unique texture that reminded me of condensed soup but was super garlicky and in oil. (I mean this in a good way though, this was one of my favorite dishes of the night!) - Squid: so glad my server recommended this dish. The squid was cooked perfectly, almost melt in your mouth, not overly bouncy or chewy, paired with the light rendered down spinach and cream sauce, this whole dish is perfection - Cod: cooked well, but flavor wise a bit underwhelming, needed a hit of citrus or a defining flavor profile for such a buttery, tender fish m, it tastes green - I like that each hot plate comes out smoking hot A great addition to the neighborhood. Atmosphere is awesome and service was 10/10. read more

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Although trying to get a reservation is like winning the Lotto, it was worth the effort. We had a fabulous experience last night. From the warm welcome from Allie - to the glowing ambiance, the delicious dishes (especially the fried artichokes and filleted whole branzino!), the expert wine guidance from the sommelier, the attentive service from Kaiden, and the overseeing, attentive eye of Daniel, the manager - we were truly impressed. Kudos to April, Dan and the whole team. We hope to return as soon as we can grab another reservation. read more

Recently had brunch here and it lives up to the quality of their dinner service. Incredible flavors and each dish is so well executed. Their burger can stand up to any in the city. Their fries are perfect. Their fermented hot sauce is so good, we asked for more on the side in order to try with other bites. read more

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Im still thinking about the roast chicken, yea something as simple as a roast chicken? 5 days later? We ordered the following: Roasted nuts 10/10 Feta and grape salad over some delicious herby greens 8/10 Cesar salad10/10 Roasted chicken 12/10 Profiteroles with salted caramel-10/10 Food, ambiance and service were exceptional. We are staying in NYC for a limited time and are trying to not repeat restaurants but may have to make an exception to the rule and dine here again! read more

Love. Go here . Just all around great service- very thoughtful, welcoming , plus flavorful amazing food . This place really does deserve all the nice reviews !! Everyone was super nice attentive . I couldn't appreciate the service more. As im getting older and going to better restaurants , service has become so important to me . So Defn 5 stars!!! It's obviously really hard to get reservations but defn worth trying. The place is small but spacious seating (for nyc anyway) they can take your coat or there's coat racks everywhere too (helpful for winter) Drinks -I didn't get any , my husband got beer. He said reccs by the guy were on point . Food. We tried a bunch of things . Just a note it was tad on the salty side . My husband likes it that way, so he was very happy but it was maybe a touch too salty for me. For small plates we got - Smoked Arctic Char Pâté with Parsley Oil + Pastrami Spice. This was super delicious . Small portion. But I really like this type of dish. Get it. Skordalia with Oregano + Flat Bread. Again I love skordalia , was so freakin delicious and garlicky. You have to get this ! Next we got the Mussel Toast with Tomato + Aioli . I didn't love this . The flavour wasn't that special, sorta tomato veggie based but not that flavorful compared to everything else . I think I read another review saying that and I should've probably listened . We also got the Crisp Veal Sweetbreads with Lemon + Capers , my husband loved this . It was pretty good . For the mains we got Roasted Cod in a Soup with Coriander Relish + Crouton - pretty tasty would recommend and the Half Roasted Chicken with Dried Herb Butter + Parmesan Roasted Potatoes - which was also really good. But for me the star of the show was the Pan Roasted Striped Bass with Sunchokes + Vermouth Cream it was so freakin perfect and flavorful and just amazingly on point absolutely delicious. You must get this. Finally for dessert we got the Profiteroles with Vanilla Ice Cream + Salted Caramel . My husband loved this he loves caramel . It was just ok for metoo much caramel and I would've preferred cream in the middle I think instead of ice cream . We also got some coffee after the meal and it was really good. I saw the espresso machine up front in the bar looked pretty amazing. And then since it was our anniversary they gave us a glass of champagne each to toast which was such a nice touch. A lot of places don't go this extra step anymore . And honestly it's so appreciated and makes the experience so awesome ! They were also respectful and asked me if that would be ok to bring out since I hadn't ordered any alcohol during my meal. And even though it's not that expensive per dish we ended up wanting to try everything and ordered more than we needed so it was a little pricey . But defn worth it . The service was just outstanding . On point . So please go check it out. read more

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