Amazing experience at the Red Hook Winery the staff is very knowledgeable and the wine is 100%…read moreamazing! The view on the patio is something you won't get anywhere else in New York City. I recommend the Red Hook Winery to anyone who enjoys wine and the beauty of the ocean and the charm of New York.

Had a lovely Saturday afternoon at the winery. We didn't make reservations but were still able to…read moreget a seat outside in the back with views of the Statue of Liberty, as well as the brewery location. They have a good range of wines, and also a flight option. I tried a white, a rose and a red. My friend also tried 3 different varieties. We both loved them. We didn't have service to our table so we had to carry it outside ourselves. I wasn't sure if this was because we didn't have a reservation or not. I also didn't have any food, so cannot speak to that. Will definitely return again soon.

You do your own service here but no matter the ambience, view, vibe is fabulous. A part of New…read moreYork that goes unseen, go and be seen.

Wow. This might be one of my favorite bars! Open since 1890, it's full of rich history and has…read moreclearly been a neighborhood staple for generations. I'm so glad I got the chance to go. The energy was incredible--definitely the kind of local spot where people come to relax and hang out like it's their second home. The drinks were fantastic, and I loved that they offered such a wide variety. They even had regular hot tea if you wanted something non-alcoholic, plus a whole range of other NA options. The space itself is amazing and surprisingly spacious, with outdoor seating as well. I didn't get to catch the live music this time, but they have it every night! I'll definitely be back :) P.S. It's cash only, but they do have an ATM in the back.

I went in on a Sunday and did not know what to expect. This bar was jam packed with people…read morecelebrating the great weather and a pop up that was there! I grabbed a wine that the bar was offering that day as a special and sat inside by myself. Where I tell you that it was great to just see people come in and out and the bar remain busy. The service was quick from the bartender and she was making sure people got their drinks and could funnel through the line. The empanada pop up was tasty and there were people lined up and waiting. The guy whose popup it was was from Mamacha Empanadas and he makes sure to recommend both of the salsas. I wish I had gotten at least 4 more, it was that good.

Cute little wine bar in Boerum Hill with a vibe that transforms as the night goes on. starts out…read morewith people working on laptops, then shifts into full wine-bar mode. I came for a happy hour with coworkers and had an espresso tonic plus a bunch of different wines, all great. The waiter was super sweet and let me sample several, my favorites were the chilled reds.

The ambience of this bar is amazing. We got two sours - the ultra violence and the mirror shield…read more Both were really great and made in Ny. The service is great - the server was very friendly

I wasn't expecting to stop by Queue Beer. Honestly, it wasn't even in my periphery of a place to…read morestop by in New York. However, after a couple of recommendations I thought 'why the hell not'. Well, I made the right choice and thank you to each individual who recommended the location. When I arrived, I checked out the tap list and was blown away by the offerings they had. And in addition, looking around and eavesdropping on some conversations I realized that I was surrounded by fellow beer nerds. I got a few different pours, including one of my favorite Canadian breweries (Messorem really needs to get some beer down to Minnesota). Artstar: A Double IPA by Root + Branch Brewed and Dry Hopped with Freestyle Motueka and Peacharine Hops on a Multi-Oat / Wheat Malt Bill. We'll All Vanish the Same Way: A Double IPA in Collaboration between Messorem and Xul Beer Company with Citra, Citra Cryo, Rakau, Nelson Sauvin, and Nelson Sauvin Hop Kief. Triple Dribble: A Quadruple Dry Hopped Triple IPA by Messorem Brewed with Strata, Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy, Terpènes Strata, Citra Cryo, and Mosaic Cryo. _________

I came here for a wine event and ended up w/ more than wine…read more This place is dim and moody. Great for a date night or even just a kick back w/ your friends. I ended up seeing a few of my people and was able to sit w/ them at one of the booths. It was definitely crowded the night I went. Anywho, it's a super cute wine bar. They do a great steak frites & fried chicken sando that I shared w/ three other people. It was great getting to taste everything. They had the orange wine which they loved. I ordered a gimlet, it wasn't the best. That's what happens when your at a wine bar. However, I will not be giving this spot up just b/c of that. I may have been an off night for the bartender. We'll see next time.

Best wine bar with the best food and bartenders. Don't want wine? No problem. They serve the…read moreCOLDEST martini in Brooklyn! All the cocktails are 10/10. The ambiance indoors is such a vibe for a GNO or girls night, even a solo date at the bar (confirmed just as nice!). The steak frites x bottle of wine HH is $69 and amazing. I crave the steak frites from here. The Caesar salad is also very good! I would love to try the chicken sandwich next! I'm overdue for a visit but I recommend this spot to everyone and everyone.

I came here with a friend on a Wednesday night for drinks. Simply put, I thought this was a lovely…read morewine bar and will definitely be back! I've heard it's very cozy in the winter, but the front patio in the summer is a big draw.

The cutest wine bar with a great ambiance inside and outdoor seating area. Everything was…read moreaffordable compared to Manhattan prices which was great. Loved the wine variety and the food was overall pretty good. I got the tart which was different from what I was expecting but still good. Our server was very careful about our various allergies which was a plus.

I do really like this place, but it is a bit too pricy and it can be a bit awkward when you're the…read moreonly one there. They just need to get more people in the door because the decor is great!

This was a really lovely nook and the wings were exceptional. The bartender's are mindful but also…read morebusy for a smaller spot. I was here with a group and managed to get seated, but could have been tough standing. Definitely speak up with your order! They got some solid variety with their cocktails and wine! Love the casual local Brooklyn vibe plus a touch of elegance with the smaller tables and wine menu. There is a bar and a larger central table with seats as well as countertops along the walls, so options are there.

Low-key local bar that's quite intimate. When we came, there were a few groups around with some…read moreregulars as they were quite close to the bartender. We had some mixed drinks ($11 each), which was pretty standard. This is your typical bar, but they do stay open until 4am.

This is a little gem of a bar! My best friend and I were visiting New York for a week and decided…read moreto pop in while we were in the area. It's a great little space! It certainly is "mini", but was so comfortable and welcoming. There is a small 4ish person bar, and just a few small tables. There were a few people at the tables, and one person at the bar when we stopped in, as we took seats at the bar. The bar tender was very gracious and kind. They other patrons seemed to be regulars, and they were all friendly (big plus were the regulars dogs!!!! I can totally get behind a dog friendly establishment!) We had a great couple of drinks here! Thanks!

Gersi is a neighborhood favorite. I've never had an issue with a walk in and the food never fails…read moreto disappoint. Upon arrival you're not able to ignore the carefully curated boutique & aristocratic Tuscan vibe. Small chandeliers hang from the ceiling with exposed brick and intricate detailing to keep you cozy no matter what season you visit. Gersi does comfort well. We started with our wine orders, montepulciano and Sauvignon Blancs and an order of bruschetta. They have a bruschetta section of their menu, and we opted for the garlic, chili, & olive oil with anchovies on the side. I didn't realize bruschetta had different variations outside of the classic chopped tomato and basil topping so this felt more like a variation of garlic bread to me. But still perfectly soft and crusty. For our mains, we ordered the spaghetti limone, linguine vagole, and chicken parm alla vodka. The spaghetti limone is a bright dish that captures the sun's rays onto a plate to brighten any day with its glossy lemon and butter finish. The linguine vangole seizes the tastes of the ocean with the saltwater clams cooked perfectly into al dente linguine for a comfort punched light dish (that I still packed home with leftovers). The genius of the chicken parm with substituted vodka sauce instead of marinara stole the show. It was a version of a spicy rigatoni with a perfect chicken cutlet that invited you back bite after bite. This is not on the menu so you specifically have to order it this way, but if you're in the know then you know. This wasn't my first, second, or third time to gersi and I'll continue to be coming back - winter, spring, summer, and fall.

I'd give Gersi about a 3.45 overall. The food was closer to a 3.75: good, occasionally very good,…read morebut never quite crossed into memorable. I started with the veal meatballs. The meatballs themselves were probably a 3, but the sauce was much better, closer to a 4. In fact, the sauce with the bread was more enjoyable than the actual meatballs, which probably tells you everything you need to know about the dish. The best thing I had all night was actually the margarita. Excellent cocktail, around a 4.5 for me. Really well balanced, flavorful, and one of those drinks where you don't particularly taste the alcohol even though it's clearly doing its job. For my main, I had the linguine vongole, which was very close to a 4. I'd put it around a 3.9. The foundation of the dish was very good, but it needed a little help. Parmesan and a healthy amount of black pepper brought it the rest of the way. Once I added those, it really came together. The weakest part of the experience was the service. It wasn't actively bad or rude, just strangely absent. I mostly saw the staff when I was ordering or when food was being delivered. There wasn't much checking in, engagement, or sense that anyone was particularly invested in how the meal was going. It felt transactional rather than attentive. The dining room is attractive and certainly designed to feel cozy, but for me it looked cozier than it actually felt. It has all the visual cues, but somehow not quite the warmth. Overall, Gersi is a good neighborhood Italian restaurant with some genuinely strong moments, especially the cocktails and parts of the food, but the experience as a whole didn't quite rise to the level the setting seems to promise. 3.45/5.

Absolutely DELICIOUS. Excellent service. Great atmosphere. HIGHLY recommended! (And you know what?…read moreCompared to many other places these days, including good old coffee shops, the prices are reasonable.)

Went to Franks or the old Prime Meats and I bring this up because tonight's dining experience was…read morereminiscent of the old PM which was excellent. On a busy Friday night the sever was Amber and she was very sweet and attentive. We started out with a mixed radicchio salad that was very light. The slight tang of the dressing and the crisp pink radicchio that just added to the right touch of color. The Arancini were petite and perfectly gbd. These are not monsters that you might find at some other local red sauce joints but more delicate and not over burdened with heavy cheese in my opinion. The gnudi with the gorganazola sauce was pretty exceptional. As someone who enjoys making gnudi this more spinach based with an understated amount of cheese and flour to let the spinach and Gorgonzola sauce to make a perfect bite of flavor while still being incredibly light(I make them with more ricotta cheese so this was a little diffent). They also offer some excellent small pizzas that were Neapolitan style. One was a pancetta and cheese which was excellent and the other was a Margherita style with a sweet tangy sauce and fresh basil. Both drizzled with finishing olive oil. The last item was a shrimp and polenta dish that I can only say was amazing and It was with garlic and butter enough said. I ended up scooping the bowl with the pancetta pizza because it was so delicious. As the meal ended our server Amber asked about dessert and the table declined wanting anything but I happened to mention that it was my mothers birthday earlier and as a wonderful surprise she brought out a piece of the Basque cheesecake with a candle and some warm plates and utensils. It gave us a chance to try a wonderful slice of cake that I normally would not have even thought about ordering. The food was excellent but the service from our server gave it the fifth star. This should not be surprising from this group of restaurants . The memories of Prime Meats will remain but this new addition to an old favorite location is so nice to have in the neighborhood.