So late with my review. My friend and I came for 4th of July. We came early and we were told the DJ and Hookah won't be there till 2-2:30. We still had an amazing time because Gia not only gave us amazing customer service, she was out Photographer, and played great music till the DJ came. She was simply amazing 10 out of 10 Food was delishhhh. We had wings, catfish, grits, chicken and waffles, lampchops ( don't judge lol. We took food home) Will definitely come back read more

Came for brunch for the second time and had a blast. If having a good time was a place then this would be it! Full bar, Good service, DJ always on point, Attentive staff, Good for groups, Hookah, And most importantly good food. First time I had the fried chicken with French toast and eggs. The chicken was good but fried too crispy. My friend had the bake and salt fish which she liked. No-mojito Spritz was good for a non-alcohol option. This time around I ordered the eggs with Nutella French toast which was good. Eggs were made well and fresh. Only hiccup is they forgot the Nutella drizzle and I had to do it myself with two little packs of Nutella; my waitress Nyah was cool so I let it go. My friend had the Calamari with sweet chili dipping sace: Calamari was fried well with good flavor. She also had I belive the Honey Cajun wings which were fresh and not frozen also fried well and flavorful. The potatoes which were supposed to be fries I didnt try. What did it for me was the Blue Caviar mimosa! I haven't seen anything like it and I was intrigued. Bonus points for the popping Boba on the bottom. I also tried the peach and the mango bèllinis and all were good. The Dj will bring it all the time and have you getting out of your seat even if you want to be stush. Whether it's brunch, dinner, or just relaxing at the bar, it's always a vibe. The music is loud but there's outside seating. I really wanted to gatekeep this spot but I don't want to be selfish. So you're welcome! Go and enjoy yourself. read more

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I swore I made a Savvy Bistro & Bar review but I guess I didn't. I stopped in on a recent Friday night ducking the action of a very wild, very sudden thunderstorm around 7PM. Savvy was open and waiting and very welcoming. I left my umbrella at the front and got seated right away. The mood inside was nice and dark- just candles on each table and low lighting. Loved it. A few people were watching the World Cup Soccer finals and the DJ was warming up. I ordered a cocktail so nice that I had to have it twice. I have only been to Savvy for a bar crawl, so this was my first dining experience there. I ordered coconut shrimp with very little expectations for flavor. I just wanted something to munch on with my drinks. These turned out to be the best tasting coconut shrimp I ever had. Perfectly crispy outside, tender inside and no coconut overkill. I should have had another order of the shrimp instead of the jerk chicken tacos I ordered next. The tacos were bland and the chicken was a bit tough. The rest of my time there was a hit. The DJ did his thing! Great mix of Hip Hop, R&B, Soca and Dancehall. I sat sipping my cocktail and enjoying the vibe. The staff is really warm and they treated me well. Savvy Bistro is really close to home. I'll definitely be there more often. They have hookah but I skipped it because it's pricey. Too bad because I really enjoy hookah. Savvy Bistro & Bar is a cute night out with friends, a date or if you're out solo like me. read more

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Savvy Bistro & Bar is a vibe! Perfect place if you want a brunch with friends and great music! Food: the drinks is good whether you doing individual drinks, pitchers, or towers. The food; the Caribbean burger, fried shrimps, honey buffalo wings well , waffles with shrimp, shrimp tacos, coconut shrimps, Service: the service is fast as soon as you sit. The waiter staff is very informative and full of energy. Ambiance: the ambiance is average size with full bar, tables, hookah, and a love DJ. The energy is very loud, entertaining, and upbeat with live music. They also have big screen tv with the latest sports, news, or whatever happening in the world with close captions. My overall experience is 5/5 this place is a MUST read more

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Omg! Let me tell you about last night! I do not have pictures of the Rasta pasta but there were no crumbs left. The fries of the plantain burger were exceptional. What I do have some pictures of are the catfish and grits. Both of which I enjoyed. The vibes are out of this world and I cannot wait to return Saturday night for some dancehall and breaking of the waist. Great staff! The ambiance was cool. read more

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Ambiance and drinks only review! Cute little spot, went on a Friday night, around 11pm music was good and drink was ok. Gratuity is added automatically, however bartenders don't tell you, just give you the total to swipe for card payment, had another guest not informed me I would've double tipped. (When auto gratuity is added at the bar on ONE drink, standard service should include disclosing that to the customer). Ambiance was dark and can see this being a good date spot or just a place to catch up at the bar. Decent pricing, margarita 14$... and was well made. Standard Nostrand Avenue bar. read more

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Biscuit and Fried Chicken ($18) - I appreciated how this place fuses Caribbean and New Orleans flavors! The highlight was the fried chicken's seasoning. The chicken was also juicy and moist whereas the biscuit didn't stand out too much. The side salad with strawberry sauce balanced the chicken sandwich very well. read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Biscuit with Fried Chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Be so for real. Sneaking in 18% gratuity on a party of two or more is crazy. Especially with no mention of this information. This is the a typical Caribbean brunch spot. Nothing to go crazy about and a bit out of the way if you're taking the train. It has the brunch party vibes with loud music and signs that say you just pay as you order outside. The service was meh. While the waitress had a good personality, she wasn't able to describe options for non alcoholic cocktails or drinks. Nor was she following up with us as we sat and talked read more

Came here on the Kwanza Crawl. Tiny, but packed place. There is a foyer right outside of the entrance door to sit/relax at Bathroom and DJ booth was right next to each other, so that area was crowded read more

Review #1200! Unseasonably warm day called for a day for. Run h. Arrived here around 2 and thought the wait time may be long, but wasn't. We had to sit outside, which is enclosed. The stools were a little rough, but we were able to switch to the chairs next to us after about 45 minutes. The service was extremely prompt. Within just a few minutes of sitting someone came by to greet us and take our orders. I had the Nutella French Toast, which comes with eggs with peppers. I added an order of grits. Another had the same exact order but with bacon. My other friend had chicken and waffles. I thought the French toast was just okay. However, the grits and eggs were great, along with the home fries. I thought the service was excellent and since we all did the bottomless mimosas, for the extra $30 each. Our server, Queen, constantly checked in on us, and provided us refills, whenever necessary. read more

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A few friends and I randomly stumbled upon this spot while in the area looking for a bite. Upon entering, the space was lively and cozy with a lounge feel. It turns out that it's a hookah lounge, which we got. They have a variety of flavors, but we opted for Watermelon Mint, which was $30 for happy hour pricing. Note that the hookah is cash or cashapp only as they charge you separately. As for food, we ordered the Coconut Shrimp ($15), Catfish Bites ($15), and Savvy Wings in Guava BBQ flavor ($13). The food was crispy and flavorful, but the catfish was probably my favorite for how tender and crunchy they are --perfect for sharing. Overall, such a chill spot to hang out. They have old school R&B blasting with a DJ booth for the weekends. Even on a Wednesday night, this place was poppin'. read more

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We came to celebrate a friend birthday! We had a great time great music and good food. The drinks are amazing get you lit real quick. It's a party and brunch Saturday and Sunday. The service was a little slow but they was busy af and the waiter was wonderful. Thank you SAVVY read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food is not saying ah thing. Cold temps hard in texture. Like cmon... Outside of that the spot is nice. Clean, good music and vibes. Service is decent. They could be a bit more attentive. We came for happy hour on a Friday 3 to 7pm . We ordered the Jerk sliders 2/10 cold too spicy and rubbery Fries 6/10 good seasoning just cold Mozzarella sticks 5/10 cold Popcorn Chicken 6/10 came out hot after I mentioned the food had been cold. The drinks were extremely good. They get a star for vibes and atmosphere and a star for the drinks. read more

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This was an unexpected brunch find for a Saturday! And we're so glad we found it. We got seated right away. This place is a vibe, cozy and intimate, nicely decorated, and good music playing. If you're looking for some Caribbean and Southern flavors, this is the spot! Their menu will have your tastebuds dancing! Their brunch menu is fire, so many great options to choose from. For starters, get the Catfish bites, the Guyanese pepper sauce with the bites....oh so tasty you will not be disappointed. The shrimp and grits were very flavorful, the grits were cooked to perfection. The Plantain Power dish hit the spot, it was loaded with delicious plantains served with scrambled eggs. They even cater to kids. Everything we ate was soooo good! We also got a pitcher of the passionfruit mimosas and it was a perfect amount for our table. They know what they're doing there! Overall this was a solid brunch spot. The service was excellent, food was fire, the vibe was on hit. They have a DJ booth and an events calendar, definitely check this spot out! read more

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saturday funday w my girlll teresa. the vibes are dope asf... customer service is on point... gia & kay r amazinggggggg..... yah need to come here and turn up!!!!! im litty already writtng this review, just cant wait to smoke my hookah!!!!!! yah gain new customer read more

The food is very good. You get great portions for flavorful meals at a great price. Took a chance on the catfish bites and they were splendid, surprised at how many were given. Ordered the Burger and it was prolly one of the best burgers i've had in a very long time. The service was friendly alll the waitresses were nice and welcoming. The ambience was nice they had live music, showed basketball games and even had a mic'd up sax player. The only downside is that we had to wait 30 mins later than our reservation to be seated and the place was a bit too loud. if not for these two things , 5/5 read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Catfish Bites - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I really like the concept here which is hookah and carribean food. My friends and I shared appetizers cause we were in the area for an event and got hungry afterwards. Their wings, coconut shrimp and catfish bites are tasty. Pro tip: For hookah, they only take cash or cashapp. The watermelon mint is a good flavor read more

I forgot how great the brunch is here. Inside is a party and outside is a lot calmer. The food was impeccable; I couldn't believe how delicious my shrimp and grits were. Been thinking about that dish since! The bottomless mimosas are a definite; I recommend the pink guava. You can also get the bottomless rum punch (a tad more expensive). Our server Queen was amazing! I'm coming back-no question. read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Shrimp and grits - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Gia was so attentive, and the food was 10/10. I had catfish and grits with cheese. The catfish was tasty and the grits had seasoning lol just how I like to. The service and food was 10/10. Highly recommend read more

Came here and I'm not gonna lie I went all the way in Ordered the fried catfish, jerk chicken egg rolls, salmon meal, and fried chicken meal and EVERYTHING hit. The food came out quick, was well seasoned, and you can tell they actually care about the quality. The jerk chicken egg rolls and fried catfish were my favorites. Drinks were strong but still smooth (which I appreciate ). The vibe is a whole experience good music, good energy, and a crowd that's really enjoying themselves. It's one of those spots you come for brunch and end up staying longer than planned. Also gotta give a big shoutout to Cmore amazing bartender/server. Attentive, friendly, and just overall made the experience better. Service like that matters. I'll definitely be back and recommending this spot to others. read more

The food is so delicious and filling Gia the server was amazing the bartender as well was very polite and the overall experience was a 1000/10 i definitely will be back again read more

Gia- our server was GREAT, food as prepared with LOVE, everything came to the table in a timely manner. I'll be back again. read more

Randomly came here with my best friend and I'm so happy I stopped in! The manager, Aaron was welcoming and showed great hospitality. I'm so mad that I can't remember the bartender name (young Hispanic lady) - think Tina but not sure. Anyways, the music was great! Food great! Portion size, great! I can't wait to return for a girls night. read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Savvy Pasta Rasta - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great food and music. The spot is a vibe, everyone at brunch Sunday was enjoying themselves. The service was phenomenal , the Server named Julian mad the experience complete, he was very hospitable and always seem to swing right back around to the table at the perfect time to accommodate new request as well as offering great suggestions on the menu. would highly recommend going for Sunday brunch read more

Food was delicious. Had the catfish bites, red velvet waffles and the shrimp with grits. I asked them to fry my shrimp and they accommodated. The shrimp were a little over seasoned but mixed in with the grits they were great and I asked for the adjustment so that's on me, but I think they should add in the fried option moving forward and just adjust the ingredients because it was the perfect texture and cooked well. The catfish comes with a side of pepper sauce. Very yummy. We sat outside because the inside was completely booked. It was a complete Sunday brunch vibe with a DJ. The outside area has some sort of air blowing and speakers so you aren't hot and you feel like you are apart of the turn up inside. I had a coconut mango margarita, also not on the menu but they put it together and it was great! read more

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The Pros & Cons are the following: Pros * Good drinks * Calamari Cons * Overpriced Hookah & Coal Changes - The hookah is overpriced, and they charge $20 just to change the coal. As someone who has been enjoying hookah long before it became trendy, I've tried it in various places across NYC, the U.S., and even internationally. One of my biggest pet peeves is being charged for a coal change after already purchasing the hookah--it makes no sense. * Overpriced Menu Items & Misleading Atmosphere - While "bistro" is in the name, this place feels more like a lounge. The music is extremely loud, making it difficult to have a conversation unless you're right next to the person. People were getting up and dancing in the small space, reinforcing the lounge vibe. * Fried Deviled Eggs - I had never tried fried deviled eggs before and figured I'd give them a shot--big mistake. Whoever said, "everything tastes better fried" lied! Frying changed the texture, making it tough instead of just crispy. I took one bite and left the rest. They serve three eggs, cut in half, but it wasn't worth it. * Uninformed Server - The menu states, "Ask about our daily bartender specials," so we did. The server's response? "What specials? Let me see." Smh. You'd think the manager would brief the staff before their shift so they're aware of any specials, but there weren't any. * Mandatory 18% Gratuity for Parties of 2 or More - This is absolutely ridiculous. Automatically charging gratuity for parties of four or more? Fine. But for two? That's pure greed. This place isn't offering anything special--literally or figuratively--to justify that policy. * Overcrowding & Potential Fire Hazard - The way they cram people in here is concerning. It genuinely looks like a fire hazard. As you can probably tell from my review, I will never come here again. I was hesitant at first, and next time, I'll trust my instincts. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. read more

Quaint. Quint up. Good food. Dj on point! But Kay the bartender! Top tier! Attention to detail! Attention to service And pleasant! She made the experience ! read more

I absolutely loved this restaurant. Went while I was in town for a birthday celebration. Food was fantastic service started off on the slow side but then picked up there after. Lovely decor is such a brunch vibe. read more

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The food was honestly better than I expected I thought I was coming to a place with just vibes and grass walls, but the people I came with and the energy and the food was great. The Service by GIA was top tier. She was kind helpful and moving around touching every table. I am from the service industry and watch those things. Then it was my Bday and she made sure to bring special attention to that. Great place I will be back... read more

I had a great experience dining at Savvy Bistro on Labor Day. For starters my boyfriend and I shared the fried deviled eggs and calamari.. 10/10... Our main dishes were the chicken and shrimp Rasta pasta. Our waitress was very kind and attentive. I will definitely be back read more

Savvy Bistro & Bar - Caribbean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Good food-check! Great ambiance & vibe-check! Boozy unlimited mimosas-check! Customer service-check! Feeling like you went to a rocking day party = Priceless! You know a spot is popping when they have zero reservations 24hrs before the next day! If you're looking for a great way to start your day, Savvy's Brunch is for you. Me and my friends decided to take a chance and show up as soon as they opened. I'm glad we did because they actually had bar seating! While here I had the following: Catfish bites-crispy, seasoned perfectly and piping hot. We ordered these as we waited for a few people in our party. Unlimited mimosa- I tried all the flavors! The pink guava, passionfruit and oj. I'll say the pink guava was by far my fave. In your 2 hr window you get carafes to pour your own poison. Don't worry they keep you cap off! And they have a nice pour on the sparkling/Cham. Chicken & Waffle- though the grease had rendered the chicken a little on the darker side, I don't think anyone is mad at making sure a bird is not underdone. It was still good. Crispy and adequately seasoned. The waffle was fluffy and the perfect compliment to the chicken. A little whipped cream would've add to this dish. Who dat grits w/ cheese and catfish bites! They should call this sleep in a bowl because I swear the grits are so creamy and smooth; you can't help but devour them. By far my fave entree! I like cheese in my grits, so of course I paid the up charge. I also ordered a side of eggs. All while food is being consumed and drank is being embibed, a DJ is spinning. So busy dancing and smiling with other patrons, time flies by. He was a great touch to our time at Savvy. His musical selections kept everyone moving. If you're in the mood for any of what I mentioned, reserve today! SYOY Ps. Yelp's app needs to get with it and let us post emojis! Lol! read more

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Oustanding!! Brunch Day! Great service and the grits and catfish were 5 stars and huge! Gracious greeting. I felt very welcome. It s a trek for me from downtown but will definately be back. Thank you so much! read more

Fun Bottomless Brunch you have to check out!! I really had no expectations visiting this restaurant and that was for the best because they blew me away!! I had a great time, the music by @greg had me vibing the entire time. The service was great, everyone was friendly and y'all already know when I can get a one on one convo with the owner I'm super happy. Savvy bistro offers up a fusion of Caribbean medleys and cajun cuisine and they did it perfectly. Everything tasted amazing and was cooked to perfection. Bottomless drinks options deff had me lit. They offer 90 min bottomless Mimosas, Bellinis and Rum Punch and their curated cocktails also hit the spot. Also be sure to stop by for their ladies night every Thursday where I know it has to be lit. I will absolutely be making a reappearance here so be sure to save this post for later and be sure to join me @naturallynory for more NYC Foodie Adventures Savvy Bistro & Bar 710 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216 @savvybistro What We Had * Savvy Wings * Catfish Bites * Catfish & Grits * Cajun Surf & Turf * Bottomless Rum Punch read more

Haven't been here in a while and still never disappoints service still amazing, ambiance even nicer then I left it. And food even tastier then I left it. I gotta a margarita, and 2 cranberry and vodkas, all were made well. It was game night Tuesday so the bartender and I were playing uno, another customer joined in, this place has a very friendly atmosphere. The jerk chicken spring rolls are always great, filled with seasoned jerk chicken paired with their jerk aioli sauce yummmm. The mozzarella sticks always fresh and hot and that marinara sauce has me in a chokehold. Music is always a vibe. When I need to unwind after a long day at work this place always does the trick. Highly recommend. read more

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Myah was an amazing vibe to be around. She made she made sure my and sister and I were ok, she gave us great menu suggestion and drink selection. We had an amazing time and the food wws delicious. Would definitely go again!! read more

Good afternoon I know I'm late lol as our brunch was July 13,2025. But I wanna shout-out Julian and the whole staff for such amazing service!!! With us big such a big party of 24 our service never missed a beat!!! The restaurant is amazing and has such a great party feel. And the food and drink as always is A1!! Thank you for all staff and cooks read more

Good food me and my girls got the chicken and waffles 10/10 the drinks are just right overall 10/10 gia and Kay are the best a must try !

Overview: lots of options for dinner and even more options for drinks. Vegan friendly. Caribbean gem. Hookah offered. Friendly staff. Happy hour specials. DJ and late night vibes. Brunch is offered. Rum punch is on point. I recently had the pleasure of dining at Savvy during a new menu item preview. I've come a few times previously (after hours) and Kwanzaa Crawl. During late hours, I've tried small bites such as the jerk chicken spring rolls and bbq beef bao buns which are steamed and delicious! This time around, I tried some new items such as the vegan chili which is made with vegan meat. The flavor profile is amazing. Right balance of spice and salt. I'm not a vegan meat person, but this was good. The stuffed chicken is phenomenal and the stuffed fish!!!! Oh my goodness anything with sweet plantain already wins. I don't remember the names of the drinks I tried but there was one similar to a hot toddy which receives honorable mention. Not to many caribbean restaurants offer this and this grandma loves a bit option in the winter. My favorite was the drink served in a glass shaped like a bird with cotton candy surrounding it. Sweet but not overly sweet with the right kick from the alcohol. Menu is extensive and has a nice balance of caribbean fusion dishes as well as enough vegan entrees. They also seem to specialize in cocktails. I was blown away by the options presented as well as the long list of other options available. I really want to try brunch so I'll be back soon. This place is a good time in the night so excited to see it during the day. read more

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Came here for brunch with friends. Wanted to love it but it was a meh for me. We did not make reservations prior and decided to walk in..when we got there the host was taping her reservation screen i asked if reservations was required she stated no but stated that only outside was available however there was only 2 other parties seated the rest of the resturant was empty. That was a turn off and we decided to look elsewhere. While checking a server asked if we needed help and suggested that we stay and gave some menu sections (i wish i could remember his name, he had braids and was very professional) if it wasnt for him we would not have stayed. Food: we tried the wings which were perfect, well cooked and tasty. The shrimp and grits were meh..nothing to brag about and lacked the creole flavor. The chicken and waffles was light and tasty. The steak was overcooked eventhough i asked for medium and the chimchurri lacked flavor. FYI there is a 25 dollar charge to eat outside. (This is a temp hold and given back at the end of your service) read more

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Gia is an amazing server!! Definitely recommend her. Afrobeats playing in the background. Got the fried chicken and biscuits -- chicken was crispy and biscuits had a buttery taste. 100% would come back. read more