Chicken. Cutlet. Sandwich. If you want one you have to stop in to Defonte's. Make sure to have cash…read moreon hand because they do not accept cards, and if you're smart, you'll grab yourself some rainbow cookies before you check out. One long line for ordering but it moves quickly because they have a lot of staff. You order from your person and stay with them the whole time. They ring you up. Everything is fresh and so so good. No seating inside, but they have some tables on the side when you exit the building.

A little disappointed with my experience here…read more I ordered a hot roast beef with gravy and got a cold roast beef sandwich even after confirming with the lady at the register twice. My girlfriend has a sesame allergy so we asked for a roll with no seeds. They had no plain rolls but had a wheat roll. For some reason, the lady just decided to remove the seeds from the seeded roll and serve that. Those seeded rolls have seeds deep in the bread so we found tons of seeds in the bread still and couldn't eat them. Just feels very careless and these sandwiches ain't cheap. That said, the food was good, but how do you completely mess up the entire order like that?

Went in. Found a sandwich that sounded great (well, found more than one, but had to make a single…read morechoice for lunch). Damn it was good. I mean -- juicy, meaty, spicy, huge. Bread with perfect heft. Proportions just right. But the best part? In the paper roll-up, which one always uses to walk away with a sandwich, these crazy bastards wrapped a plate! Talk about thinking of everything to make this log of flavor the perfect midday meal. It ain't cheap -- what is today under the current regime? -- but with all that homemade and well-selected content -- it's terrific.

Very good bread. Good vibes and a good atmosphere in the store. Service was fast and friendlyread more

The sandwiches here are pretty great! I really love their vodka chicken parm sandwich. It was…read morepacked with flavor. The chicken was crispy, and the bread was great as well. Definitely a very solid sandwich. The atmosphere inside is fun, and although there's limited seating, it's never been too crowded when I go, so I'm able to find a seat. The service is fast and friendly. If you're looking for a very solid Italian sandwich, it's worth checking out!

SOLID! Sandwiches…read morewere made fast. The bread had a nice chew. My wife had the Tony. It was perfectly constructed with a great crunch to each bite. I had the Al's cheesesteak. I generally like my cheesesteaks with a bit of a kick. So id had peppers on the side. This came with the peppers and it had the perfect amount of heat. Filling and decent price sandwiches. Can't wait to try the rest of the menu.

I used to be more then a regular; a booster (as in supporter, not petty thief) of not simply…read moreBrancaccio's... but of Joe himself. A truly genuine, authentic salt of the earth guy. And one of the greatest chefs I've ever had the pleasure to know. And I've known my share of cats who made their livings and their names in a kitchen. From the very first day I discovered Brancaccio's I felt a magic a connection that I knew would change my life, make my belly really f--kin' happy and set my soul a-dancin'. On that first day Joe and I talked about the great food of NY; most of it gone but not forgotten by those who were of the time. We both lamented the lose of the legendary Zito's bakery on Bleecker. I can't tell you how long it had been since I'd ran into someone who even remembered Zito's much less was intimate with the place. I knew I was home. This was well over a decade ago. I won't go into specific things on Joe's menu that are worth trying because quite literally... everything is amazing. It just is! Soul satisfying beyond my ability to do justice to. I'd also like to throw out as an example of the humanity of the joint and it's capt. Joe... Joe treats his employees with respect, R E S P E C T as Aretha belted, dignity and the aforementioned humanity which is beautiful and virtually non-existent these days as far as I can see... and you can taste it in his food. That's just a big-ass Right On! Finally I like to say two or three things: First that as I initially identified myself as "used to being a regular" as and this is by no means a boo-hoo thing simply a fact... I fell pretty ill for a while and am just now beginning my reentry into the world. And as a matter of fact during the recent drag of days for me a thought kept slamming into the walls of my head and that was that I couldn't wait to once again sink my teeth into Joe's food. Well that day is here and I'm salivating at the thought. "I'll take one of everything my man!" Secondly, understand I've never written anything like this... I'm actually down on the whole review culture. So if this sounds at all "over the top"... or written by a cousin who Joe owes money to, get that thought right out of your head. All of I said is sincere and one from the heart. And lastly an additional "oh yea baby" to Joe's taste in music.

Good sandwich and good service. I had sausage with pepper and cheese. Took our sandwich down to the…read morepark and had a nice day.

This is a small spot but the three of us loved it. For dining in, I personally don't recommend more…read morethan 3 (maybe 4, you can look at photos of the seating) but you could also take out and sit in a nearby park. I am an empanada fan, it's truly one of my favorite foods and they have an assortment of flavors to enjoy. Our favorites as a group varied - someone really liked the oxtail and mole, I really liked the potato and cheese and the pabellon. We also tried the morir soñando because I'm chasing the high of one I had at a cuchifritos spot in the Bronx and it might be a matter of preference, but this one was just okay to me. But def recommend the empanadas.

You can't go wrong with an empanada and these didn't disappoint. They had gf options so I went with…read morea few (in order of preference): - Sweet Plantain Pabellón was by far my favorite. The sweetness from the plantain mixed with the savory shredded beef was a magnificent combo - Corn Carne Mechada, similar to the above, the shredded beef was very flavorful - Corn Pollo, this was your basic chicken empanada so solid choice but nothing stood out, I wish it had cheese - Corn Pollo en Mole Rojo, I didn't really like the flavor profile and wouldn't order again They all came with sauces that were all so good and went very well with the empanadas. They had a spicy one, green one (avocado?) and pink (ketchup/mayo). The cashier was really nice and recommended some to try. They were out of the oxtail at the time. They fried up the empanadas fresh and were done pretty quickly. I do wish they would have labeled the empanadas so I knew what I was eating. The store is pretty small but there is seating and a bathroom. All of my friends enjoyed their empanadas as well and we would all go back!

I didn't have cash to go to the other Italian place nearby starts with the letter D. So I found…read morethis place as the next deli option I was very impressed with the choice of sandwiches. it's a big grocery store on steroids with a deli counter from wall-to-wall. They have Crazy sober up type of sandwiches services very nice and polite. I've been there twice and the prices are not bad. I got myself Italian sub with all the toppings it was delicious.

What the heck did I just eat?…read more A taco? A quesadilla? A hamburger? Some moments of reflection in my Lyft ride back home had me thinking many things about what I just ate here. Allow me to put it in perspective, this is gas station food on steroids. Located in Red Hook (and all it takes is to go outside and see you are in Red Hook), this nondescript bodega serves up one heck of a sandwich that will have you thinking, did I just eat that? This is not your ordinary New York bodega, this is the shop of General Ock, who sells various sandwiches in his renowned Ocky Way. So what is the Ocky Way? The Ocky Way is not just a sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and onions, it is also about presentation and style. The sandwich is made loudly with a flair for the dramatic, from the time your food hits the flat top to when it is center cut and put in a clamshell container. What about the food? It really is pretty good! I got the Chopped Cheese the Ocky Way and it was something I really enjoyed. I recommend you get it with the Jamaican Patty as that is what makes the flavors work best. You can also do it with a waffle or pancake or whatever bread you like. All you have to do is scarf it down. You can also put your own toppings on your sandwich if you want for an extra premium à la Farmer in the Deli style. Farmer in the Deli is another well known bodega in Fort Greene, known for finely chopping their meat into a sandwich, one I highly recommend as well. Even after writing this review, I still cannot believe what I ate here. Before I finish this review, I have to say one more thing. Neva neva neva forget to get a drink with your order!

Best sandwich ever, great service. I had the cold salami and we sat in the outside seating on a…read moreperfect Brooklyn day.

I'm not a huge fan of heros (because I prefer a pressed sandwich) but Brooklyn Hero Shop has my…read moreheart! I usually only get the Fried Shrimp Po Boy Roll but the menu is full of options that seem delicious. I love trying the full menu at places that I like so me sticking with that one sandwich should let you know how good it is. Besides the food, I love that they have some high quality and unique goods for sale inside. It's a cool little pantry. Also, the staff members have good energy whenever I visit. I love everything about the small but mighty Brooklyn Hero Shop and hope everyone gets a chance to visit.

Zoller's is such a solid sandwich spot, especially if you're into variety. Their menu isn't just…read moreyour basic deli lineup, they've got everything from classic options to more elevated sandwiches like the Big Italian, Philly cheesesteak, grilled cheese, and even vegetarian choices like their Garden Grinder. What I really liked is that they also offer a sandwich + soup combo, which is perfect when you don't want something too heavy. I went with the chicken & rice soup, and it was exactly what I needed. light, comforting, and not overly salty, which I really appreciated. Overall, it's a great spot if you want options without feeling overwhelmed, and you can easily switch it up depending on your mood whether you want something hearty or something lighter like soup.

I dream about this breakfast sandwich. The cheese is so gooey and melted perfectly and the Taylor…read moreham adds a nice saltiness to the sandwich. I can't wait to try more on the menu!

Absolutely love this place. I come here from Manhattan for the food, the atmosphere, the staff…read more They always have game on the tvs. Food is stellar.

Overall rating: 4.5…read more Wow I didn't know this place existed, must be new since I've moved out of the area. Very popular & my lower rating is driven by feeling like I was in Manhattan. Sigh. I was missing any form of culture. I ordered the wings which were delicious and yeah, I'll come back if I'm craving. I can't tell if they play folk music which would be cool. I found myself coming during trivia night so it was packed, but the bartenders were really nice.

always great service food awesome an there one of the best in .bk. please if your in town u need to…read moretry the infamous.davids brisket house..

Brooklyn stays undefeated. Went to David's Brisket House -- a Jewish deli run by Yemeni Muslims in…read morethe middle of an Afro-Caribbean neighborhood. If that's not the most Brooklyn thing ever, I don't know what is. Same sandwiches, different blessing. Everybody says order the pastrami, so I listened like a grown man should. Pastrami on rye with spicy mustard absolutely slapped. Smoky, juicy, perfectly stacked, and messy enough to ruin your shirt with honor. Then came the beef brisket on rye with a cup of au jus for dipping... and brother, that dip should be studied by scientists. Pure perfection. Washed everything down with a Dr. Brown's root beer like it was 1957. No fake trendy nonsense. No deconstructed sandwiches. Just old-school deli greatness that punches you directly in the soul. Great food doesn't care where you come from -- it just brings everybody to the same table. That's New York. That's Brooklyn.