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    Savvy Bistro & Bar

    4.2 (363 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
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    Biscuit with Fried Chicken
    Joriene M.

    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.

    Jason R.

    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.

    Catfish Bites.
    Cindy Z.

    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'.

    Cee G.

    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

    Mozzarella sticks , jerk sliders , seasoned fries
    Cheri G.

    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.

    Plantain Power
    Christiane W.

    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!

    Catfish Bites
    Wonder L.

    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

    Shrimp and grits
    Hulgrid G.

    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.

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    Glad you enjoyed brunching with us!

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    We love to read reviews like this! Thank you so much.

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    Thank you for your 5 star review! Hope to see you again.

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    We appreciate the feedback and are glad you had a good time overall.

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    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 !

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    We appreciate the 5 star review! Hope to see you again soon.

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    Hello, glad you enjoyed the food and had a great time. Come back soon!

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    Ask the Community - Savvy Bistro & Bar

    Are you guys open for takeout or delivery during the quarantine?

    We were however we decided to postpone our operation. We will be back soon. Thank you for business

    Is this place a BYOB?

    Hey! No we have a full bar now & happy Hour Monday-Friday. Exception on Tuesday when we’re closed

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    The Islands - Oxtail

    The Islands

    4.2(834 reviews)
    0.7 miProspect Heights, Crown Heights
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    Something about Caribbean food when the winter weather's frigid sounds dandy to me. Guess if you…read morecan't be somewhere tropical, eating tropical cuisine sure helps. Enter The Islands. It was sort of an odd time so the spacious restaurant wasn't very busy. We studied the menu for too long and after much deliberation, here's what we ordered, in order of spice level: - Oxtail ($35): Not spicy, super flavorful, "Trimmed and sliced chunks of oxtail seasoned freely with fresh spices and simmered to tender perfection." - Curry goat ($29): Mildly spicy, "Goat meat marinated and cooked in curry spices and herbs makes this an exotic dish." - Jerk chicken ($20): Apparently incredibly spicy so I steered clear of it, "A Jamaican delight. Spicy, delicious chicken baked with this unique combination of spices from the island." The dishes I could handle were excellent, with no drop of sauce left unmopped. On the sides front, the rice and beans, roti, steamed vegetables, and plantains were all tasty. The entree sizes were hearty. Our server seemed like a cool dude: easygoing with a sense of humor. It was kind of chilly in the restaurant, not sure if we were in a warmth dead zone or what. The bathroom was frog-themed which was a cute touch!

    "Deep in Brooklyn, hides the Caribbean"…read more Came here on sleepy Tuesday. Not many people in the restaurant but lots of take out going on. The friendly one woman staff helped seat us, recommend the dishes, made the drinks, prepped and served the food. It was all tasty. What's to cheer - Nice not to too sweet homemade rum punch - Solid, flavorful oxtail. Very island spiced and cooked well - Goat was also really strong - Reasonable prices - service with personality What's to jeer - they were out of the jerk chicken unfortunately which I really wanted to try - place is pretty low key and not swimming with ambience

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    Kokomo

    Kokomo

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    3.3 miWilliamsburg - North Side
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    Where do I even begin? My husband Bryan and I had a NYC City Clerk ceremony followed by an intimate…read moredinner with 25 of our loved ones at Kokomo, and it was one of the most special, intentional, joyful, and love-filled experiences of our lives. I discovered Kokomo because I knew I wanted our wedding celebration to be in Williamsburg -- a neighborhood that holds so many memories for me growing up in the Bronx and exploring the city as a kid. We flew in from Los Angeles and truly made it a full wedding week experience. I planned the wedding myself, so I had been communicating with Joel for months leading up to the event. We reserved the Champagne Room, which felt like its own beautiful oasis. As a Jamaican-American woman, it meant so much to know my disabled mother would feel culturally comfortable, welcomed, and safe in the space and with the food. From the moment we arrived, the staff was warm, attentive, and calming. Our server especially helped ease my nerves while we were finalizing seating and guest details, and after that, I genuinely did not have to worry about a thing. And the food? Absolutely incredible. Truly perfection. As a vegan, it meant so much to fully enjoy every part of my wedding meal without compromise. The rum punch was fantastic, our guests loved the open bar package, and the entire evening flowed so seamlessly. The aesthetic is pure island luxury -- elevated, warm, vibrant, and beautiful. The communication from the owners and management team was excellent throughout the entire process, and I even had the chance to finally meet Joel at the end of the night after months of planning together, which was such a lovely touch. I was also able to personally thank the chefs. We even accidentally left my bouquet behind, and the team kindly helped us retrieve it the next day. Kokomo NYC is officially a staple in our family now. I already know we will celebrate future milestones there and visit often whenever we are back in New York. It makes me proud to support a Black Caribbean-owned business that creates such meaningful experiences with so much care and excellence. I truly cannot imagine our wedding without Kokomo, and I'm so grateful they were part of our story. : @lensofher

    I will start by saying I love the ambiance of Kokomo. Staff here is always friendly and music is…read morealways great during service and after hours. Food took entirely too long to come out. 40 minutes for an appetizer is crazy... Once they arrived, they were all tasty. I wish I took photos of the food. We ordered the curry crab gyoza which was so flavorful and the ackee and saltfish shumai. The oxtail flatbread is very large and lots of meat. They don't skimp out. Biang biang Rasta noodles is served with oyster mushrooms (so good) and peppers. I added shrimp to mine. Very tasty and filling. But keep in mind that the noodles are not penne and they are I think fettuccine They must do better on their serving time. The restaurant was crowded. But it would be nice to have the expectation set that there will be a long wait.

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    Stella's - Rice and Peas

    Stella's

    4.6(182 reviews)
    1.9 miPark Slope
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    I can't express how much I enjoyed my dining experience at Stella's. The staff were wonderful and…read moreinviting from the moment we walked in. The drinks were perfectly made nice, strong, and flavorful. The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. The codfish fritters had to be my favorite, perfectly fried without being oily, just pure deliciousness. I ordered the Stella's Tasting, and it was more than enough food for two. My friends enjoyed their meals as well. Since it was my birthday, the staff came out and surprised me with a very delicious carrot cake. Moist, not overly sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. To top it all off, we were vibing to a really great playlist the entire time we ate. I will definitely be back!

    We were craving Caribbean food and I've been curious about trying this spot out for a while so when…read moremy husband suggested it was an easy Yes! I had their passion fruit lemonade which was refreshing and not overly sweet. For my entree I ordered their oxtails and rice and peas on the side. Their oxtails were cooked perfectly, the meat was falling off the bones. I would like it to be a bit more spicy and some more Lima bean but maybe thats just my own preference. When I asked for some spice the server brought us some pepper sauce which was exactly what I needed! My sister tried their jerk wings and mac and cheese. Their Mac and cheese is WOW. Definitely recommend! I didn't try their wings but I tried the sauce that comes with the wings and it had a lovely kick to it. For dessert we shared the Plantain Paradise and the ice cream paired so great with the plantains. It was vanilla ice cream but didn't taste like regular vanilla ice cream.. it had a nice rich texture . Service was great, the music was nice and although it was a bit cold in there they had a blanket per table which I thought was a cool concept.

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    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK - Mac & cheese

    The Simpson Restaurant & Bar - BK

    3.8(555 reviews)
    1.4 miFort Greene, Prospect Heights
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    9.5/10 for the vibe, ambiance, and service -- and a full 10/10 for the food…read more I'm not a picky eater, but I've had some really disappointing oxtail lately, so I was hoping for the best here. I'm Dominican so I know oxtail pretty well and have made it myself. Thankfully, this place absolutely delivered. The oxtail was perfectly slow-braised, tender, and falling right off the bone -- exactly how it should be. Absolutely amazing. Of course I had the rice and peas, plus some veggies. A few of the veggies were slightly overcooked, but still flavorful and enjoyable. The drinks looked incredible, but I went with the rum punch and loved it. It was a little sweet, but super flavorful, strong, and definitely worth ordering again. For dessert, I had the Hennessy cheesecake, which was rich, decadent, and unbelievably delicious. There were three of us dining, and we all left completely satisfied -- with take-home containers because the portions are VERY generous. The only thing that bothered me a bit was that our server seemed to focus most of her attention on my friend. She is Jamaican, and because I look like a white American woman, I felt a little overlooked at times, even when I had several requests myself. We also had to look for her a couple of times while she was sitting with a group nearby. That said, everyone overall was very nice and welcoming. The bussers especially stood out -- they checked on us often, kept everything clean, and even greeted me in Spanish, which I appreciated. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and will definitely be back with more people next time.

    The moment we walked in, I knew we were in for an amazing culinary experience. It was my birthday…read moreweekend, and we were in New York for an extended stay. For my hubby, Brooklyn is home - and we always love exploring the new places the city has to offer when we visit. We had reservations, and were seated within 10 minutes, which was reasonable. The place was packed - everyone was in high spirits, and I was ready to taste some of the best Caribbean cuisine in the region. My hubby's best friend - a Brooklyn resident, joined us. He had been to the restaurant a few times - and had good things to say. We were not disappointed. I had the Brown Stew Red Snapper - *chef's kiss*. Hubby had the iconic Jerk Oxtail over Macaroni & Cheese Pie! The English language cannot convey the beauty of that combination! Tender, tender oxtail, falling off the bone with the creamy, cheesy mac & cheese! He wanted to savor that dish another day, so he got a to-go bag and took it back to the hotel! (I couldn't help but clean my plate - I was obsessed with the fish!) Our friend enjoyed the Hennessy Fried Shrimp (not pictured) - one of his favorite dishes at the restaurant. It looked delicious as well. For drinks, I had the Bob Marley cocktail. A colorful drink - flavorful - and effective! There were people celebrating their birthdays throughout the night - and the wait staff goes IN! I was enjoying watching at least 10 people receive the Stevie Wonder "Happy Birthday" song while we were there. Imagine my surprise when it was my turn! My birthday was the day before, and we had already celebrated in Manhattan. Having two special recognition events made the evening that much more special! Shout out to the Simpson crew who came with the song, the rhythm, the sparkling cake, and the good vibes! My 70th birthday was exceptional - without a doubt. The Simpson added the touch I needed. We'll definitely go back next time we're in Brooklyn!

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    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    Peppas Jerk Chicken

    3.5(26 reviews)
    1.8 miPark Slope

    Nice spot serving traditional Jamaican dishes. I know the other restaurants in Brooklyn, but this…read morewas my first time visiting this particular one. Upon arrival the restaurant is very clean, and the service was fast. There is a dine in area as well. The woman who took my order was very patient , and personable. I ordered a brown stew fish, cabbage and 3 small soups. Everything came out to about $49. The chicken soup was very good . The cabbage was also very good. The fish on the other hand was very salty and not worth the $20 charge (fish with no sides). I get it the area etc etc but for the price the food should be top notch. The other establishments are much better. Would I return.....I don't think so .

    Lunch pick up around 1 a.m. ish. Was welcomely greeted when…read moreI walked in to this small yet cozy eatery. I ordered a large Just (Jerk) Chicken with extra sauce. Escovitch fish meal which came with plantains, rice and peas, and spinach. Everything was still warm and tasty when I arrived home. The order was packaged nicely. Definitely, nice portions for the prices. Place is clean. Staff is friendly, informative, and service was amazing. It takes about 10 minutes for the fish since they make it to order. I will soon be back and may have them do some catering orders for me( usually order from the location on flatbush). Pop in if you ever get in the area and want some hot warming food.

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