We went on a Friday night and it really didn't seem all that busy. There were plenty of tables open, yet the service was still so poor and slow. It took 30 minutes for someone to take our order. It was odd because there were plenty of people working there. Like there were 3 people working at the bar. One person bussing and re-filling our water (who was more attentive than our waiter) and at least two other people helping with other stuff. Yet there only seemed to be one waiter and most of the time he was not near the tables so we couldn't ask him to take our order or for the check. I hate to bash on waiters as I have been one myself. It seemed like maybe he was new and didn't understand English too well (didn't seem to understand when my brother was asking about Vegan options). The food itself was meh. I ordered the Radiatore and it kind of tasted like butter noodles with a sprinkling of beef. I made lunch that day that was more intricate and flavorful. read more

I visited Sun Gold in Brooklyn for a weekend brunch. I had the old-fashioned pancakes with a side of scrambled eggs that had cheddar. The eggs were light and fluffy with just the right amount of cheese, not dry at all, which I loved. The pancakes had a nice crispness, which I prefer, though they mentioned a citrus note that I didn't quite pick up on. Still, if you like a crisp pancake rather than a super fluffy one, you'll enjoy them. The ambiance was lively and packed for brunch around 2:30 p.m. on a Saturday, but still comfortable for conversation. Pricing-wise, entrées averaged about $20 to $25, with a range of hearty options like French toast or lighter choices like yogurt with berries, plus vegetarian dishes. Cocktails were about $18 to $19 each, so the $30 bottomless brunch option was a great deal. I mostly stuck to the bellini, but you could also choose sangria, mimosa, or their house spritz, which had a hint of thyme. The staff was extremely friendly, though the food took about an hour for which I will dock a start. They knew the kitchen was backed up and kept drinks flowing. Just know it's not unusual for the food to take a bit longer. Overall, I'd return for the ambiance and that solid bottomless brunch deal. read more

Sungold - Old fashion pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here on a weekend so parking was terrible (keep in mind!). First, I had a hard time finding the entrance to the restaurant. There was a sign on the side of a building so it threw me off. The restaurant is in a hotel so you have to go down the steps to get to the restaurant. I loved the aesthetic of the place and the decorations were so fun. I ordered 2 scrambled eggs, bacon with crispy potatoes. The potatoes were under cooked, not crispy at all. There was also no seasoning so it was pretty bland. The burger was cooked perfectly and French fries were good. The service wasn't great either, it took a while to get to the attention of our server just to ask for some water. A good place to have a conversation and quick bite. read more

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Ehhh idk maybe I went on a bad day? Thursday evening it was super busy and only like 1(sometimes 2) bartenders. The clarified piña colada cocktail I had was delicious even though it tasted like juice. However for $21 I wanted it to pack more of a punch. The space is beautiful thought, bright and airy with comfortable bar seating. read more

Sungold - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Well the vibe was definitely loud for going out sat at the bar the drinks were alright for 21 bucks, but didn't love the menu options and pizza was mid the lamb meatballs were better but kind of cold inside read more

Sungold - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The Avocado Toast was good, but the Brown Butter Pancakes are easily star of the show -- would recommend getting for the table, would probably be too heavy for one person! Ambiance is nice, bottom floor of a trendy hotel. read more

I stay here every year but I don't get the opportunity to really sit down and enjoy the meals here. I've had drinks here which are great but depending on the night and how busy they are the service can be hit or miss. I ate at Sungold for breakfast and while i did expect the food to be pricier it didn't match what I thought I would be getting, maybe I just ordered the wrong thing but I got an avocado toast with an egg and sausage. The toast was hearty and it came with a side salad but it did leave me wishing it had more flavor. I will update my review once I order more food but liked it didn't love it read more

Sungold - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

When in Brooklyn, let your daughter choose where to eat. (Although, I actually chose the spot for breakfast the next day.) Loved this cute spot for breakfast. Not crowded, so comfy and our service was amazing. I really wanted eggs and the chocolate babka French toast, so my daughter and I split the Second Street eggs and the French toast. The French toast should be illegal. It is so decadently delicious with the potential to be addictive. The thick chocolate babka French toast slices are soooo good. Especially if you like chocolate. It was topped with a house made espresso whipped cream. No need for syrup on this French toast. The Second Street eggs are a basic breakfast platter. Eggs sunny side up, hash browns, toast and a protein. My clever daughter had them sub avocado slices for the meat. My hubby did the brunch special and got a crispy chicken sandwich with fries and a drip coffee since our crazy hotel, CODA, apparently could not make coffee in the morning. Service was great. Breakfast was delicious. The couches are so cozy. Bathrooms are a bit odd. You have to go through the lobby of a hotel and then down the stairs to the basement to find the bathrooms, but they were very clean. Such a great way to start the day. Thank you!! read more

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Incredible place, delicious drinks, and the vibes are vibing here. Located inside of Arlo Williamsburg, this restaurant and location is so iconic. From the beautiful colorful bar, to the cozy brick walls and cool, sophisticated feels. At Sunglold, you can come grab dinner, date night, grab a drink or even celebrate your next event. We came here for drinks and ordered some incredible drinks made by Saz (specializing in sazerac of course). My hubby is the #1 fan of sazeracs and he absolutely approved. I decided to try something different and ordered the caprese martini. Just typing those two words made me think about it all over again. Yes, it's supposed to taste like a caprese salad but in a glass. I know, but HOW? How do they do it? This drink blew my mind and I couldn't stop thinking about it. So much so, when we came back the following week for our friend's after-proposal dinner party, I knew I had to order it. AND I DID. And I loved it all over again and I'm absolutely obsessed and I hope they never ever take it off the menu otherwise I'll just have to add vodka to my tomato and mozzarella salad lol. The private event: was epic. We had a big group of like 30 and the server was killing it. Food was being brought out. We all ordered at different times, and were hungry at different times, but we all were just enjoying, hanging, vibing, chilling and having a great time. We chose the cool U shaped booths to the right of the bar and it was perfect. There was even a live DJ on a Friday night playing some music but nothing too crazy. The food was good but what really speaks to me here is the drinks. An absolute 10/10 for the bartenders, service and ambiance. Can't wait to go back! Pro tip: each bar in this building has its own menu! You can "bar hop" just by jumping on the elevator to the rooftop and then riding up (or taking the stairs) to the Watertower. So fun! read more

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Phenomenal experience at Sungold. We got an app and dinner to split, and both were truly to die for. Will be dreaming of the salty, slightly sweet, heart-warming focaccia until I can return! The pasta was also delightful. Service was okay, but it was late in the evening so perhaps the focus is on the bar crowd vs dinner crowd. Such a cool spot! read more

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It was strange, the food was good. It was tasty however it felt like literally something was missing LOL. I ordered the Panini and I had like four strands of the pork. And the mozzarella sticks were empty vessels. I would say they can improve on their ratios... read more

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Overall, a good spot! They made a good cappuccino, mimosa, and pancakes, and it's large so it's a great place for a group. The servers were really nice and friendly, and the restaurant itself is very cute. My only complaint- I got a smoothie and it was so thick that I couldn't drink it for about 5 minutes while I let it melt. Then, when it finally did, it had giant chunks of synthetic almonds in it. I kept coughing when they'd come up the straw and eventually I just gave up. 0/10 smoothie. read more

Service was fantastic but the food was incredibly mediocre. The vibe was good and it was convenient to eat here then head up to the roof at the water tower. read more

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Stunning atmosphere, the perfect place to grab a drink. Juan was such a great server, he made sure we had everything we needed. Make sure to ask for him if you want a good brunch. read more

Sungold - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This restaurant is inside the Arlo hotel and pretty easy to get in without a reservation right now. We came around 1pm on a Saturday and there were plenty of tables! Service was great, but I thought food was just ok. He recommended the pancakes and the hangover sandwich, and the chocolate babka french toast sounded delicious but a little too heavy to share I ended up getting the hangover sandwich, which is basically a loaded breakfast sandwich with avocado and crispy onions. Definitely ask for the hot sauce on the side! Everything inside the sandwich was great, but the bun was quite thick and dry. We all liked the fries though - super crispy and thin read more

Pretty place, decent food- horrible service - waited an hour for food- side orders came 30 minutes before food- waiter sucked- I almost never give bad reviews but this was the worst service I have ever experienced - stay away read more

Sungold is an airy luminous gem in Williamsburg perfect for a hearty brunch that your stomach will thank you for. The locally sourced ingredients make for some of the freshest food I've ever had. The morning fruits come with a delectable apricot purée. The velvety ricotta filled omelette comes with fresh salad and toast. The power smoothie with almond butter and dates will give you the most natural energy boost imaginable. The plush banquettes and red couches are designed to create a warm convivial atmosphere with festive lights hanging from the ceiling. Service is friendly and attentive. read more

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4.5 stars The pancakes were super fluffy and delicious. My old complaint is that the burger was missing something. Maybe a pickle or something along those lines. But other wise the place itself is big, good for kids and the service was quick. read more

I came here for brunch on a Saturday. The restaurant is inside the Arlo hotel. You can get to it directly from the street by walking down a flight of stairs. As the name suggests, the restaurant was warm and inviting. It had high ceilings and a brightly covered woven art piece adorning the top of the bar. For seating, they had a bunch of very spacious upholstered booths, as well as additional tables in the back. All the employees were attentive and accommodating. I ordered the smashed avocado and swapped the poached eggs for scrambled. This was a tasty dish. Perfect portion size. The avocado was fresh and complemented nicely by the sun-dried tomatoes. They provided their homemade hot sauce for the table. It was flavorful and a little smoky, but not at all spicy. I also tried the pancakes. An order came with two, but they were quite large and thick. They were the perfect texture, with a bit of crispiness to the outer dough and richness from the accompanying flavored butter. Our waiter did inform us before ordering that they would take about 15 minutes to be prepared and that proved to be true. Bathrooms were a little far away, as you had to go through the hotel and down a flight of stairs. Overall, I enjoyed the meal and the service! read more

Sungold is a great spot for brunch with friends and/or family. There were a couple of large parties during my visit so it is also accommodating if you need space. For food, I ordered the second street eggs as well as the boost smoothie. My friend ordered the hangover sandwich as well as a pancake and we thoroughly the food. Would recommend Sungold if you're looking for a casual brunch spot in Brooklyn. read more

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Good service - came for some drinks after having lunch near by. The cocktails were good and they had some NA options which is always appreciated read more

Sungold - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had a medium salmon that was deliciously done. I'm usually very picky at how my salmon is done- they got it right at Sungold. The apple with greens mix was refreshing and I was happy with my choice. The service was very good, I had my server worked with me on picking a cocktail that most suited my taste and after chatting and the cocktail was made- it was on point. Appreciated her for that. Ambiance was low noise, and nice dim lit with an expansive ceiling. Also, loved having the view of the kitchen with the preparation, yet not too over powering with food smells coming at you. Great for single, couple or large parties. I'd say it was worth it! read more

Sungold - Atlantic Salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Solid food and great drinks. Easy to get reservations last minute if you are struggling for a 7:30 Fri/Sat dinner. I was initially nervous to see how empty it was for a Friday evening. We had split the charred cucumbers, celery root latke, wagyu tartare, lamb meatballs and the crab gnocchi. The latke was probably our favorite followed by the meatballs and the cucumbers. Easy dinner spot to transition to drinks at the hotel bar or up on the pool/water tower. read more

The food there was really good. It's just the service was terrible. they were talking about some reservations when there was so much empty seats inside and they kept saying oh those are for reservations. The order took about 40 minutes to come and we only ordered two things. And it was not busy at all. they were lying to other people about what was in stock and what was not we ordered pancakes and another man asked the waiter if there's pancake pancakes and they said there was none. The vibe was really good, but it was just the service that was terrible. The for two plates of food should not be 40 minutes and literally there was so much seats they weren't even packed. read more

I stopped by for brunch. The food was good and the ambiance was very nice. The service was a little slow but overall I had a good experience. read more

The Arlo Hotel is one of many North Williamsburg hotels to hop on the upscale restaurant trend. There's Mesiba, Le Crocodile, and Westlight, to name a few. We actually ended up at Sungold unintentionally, as we were at a big party in the hotel's downstairs event space all evening and night and we eventually got hungry enough that we needed a meal. I hadn't anticipated eating a proper meal this night, so it was a nice surprise to find ourselves at Sungold, which has an approachable but creative menu of American food. We didn't spend a whole lot of time here as we were itching to get back downstairs, but we still enjoyed the experience. We came here at around 9:45/10 on a Friday night. At this point the restaurant was only about half full, though the bar area was pretty swamped (the "craft" cocktails for the event downstairs were serviceable at best so others may have come up here for the good stuff). The cocktail menu here is pretty exciting, so I can understand why the bar was in such demand. To start, I got the Spicy Voodoo (arbikie chilli vodka, copalli cacao rum, guava, passion fruit, lemon juice, rosemary syrup, wormwood bitters) despite not liking vodka at all, but I was really in the mood for something spicy. It was exactly what I was in the mood for and definitely more complex than most vodka cocktails you tend to see. I then got the Smoked Swine Ol' Fashion (whistlepig piggyback 6yr rye, whistlepig maple syrup, black sesame, coffee bitters) which was a little sweet and a little savory, and they got bonus points because they served us our second round in plastic cups so we could bring them back downstairs. Food-wise, I was pleasantly surprised with the degree of creativity and execution here. We only had one dish I was disappointed by, while the others were either great or amazing. If we hadn't been in a bit of a rush we could've sat and savored more, but I'm glad we got to try what we did because it was really delicious. The table next to us ended up copying our order almost exactly because we were raving about some of the dishes. Eats, below: Smoked Sunchokes w/ brown butter labneh, citrus, pistachio: A+ Sunchokes have always been an unsung hero of produce, and I'm thrilled anytime I see them on the menu. They're often prepared like potatoes but they're more exciting to me. These were a dream and we both raved about them. Super flavorful. Shaved Kohlrabi Salad w/ goat cheese, radish, asian pear, marcona almond: B+ The only slightly less exciting dish of the night. Certainly fresh and healthy but nothing memorable. Celery Root Latke w/ pear butter, horseradish, lots of chives: A+ Probably our most innovative dish of the meal, so good that tables around us ended up ordering it for themselves after hearing our reviews. Again, they use a fun potato substitute here, plus an applesauce substitute in the pear butter. Whimsical and delicious. Roasted Arctic Char w/ peas, new potatoes, cippolini: A A perfectly cooked piece of dish, with delicious accompaniments featuring subtle falvors. Lots of herbs and microgreens, fresh potatoes and peas, a delicious and healthy dish. read more

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LOVED the food here! We tried the Focaccia, the 1889 pizza and the Bucatini. All were super good! The pasta was cooked really well and very creamy. For cocktails, I tried the Oaxaca Sunset and wasn't a huge fan. Tasted a bit like Dayquil to me. We ordered margaritas after that and those were okay. We definitely liked the food better than the drinks. read more

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Sungold is the restaurant on the base floor of the Arlo Williamsburg. Decor is nice and the servers are friendly. Though friendly, very slow, including the bar. The evening supervisor is very dilligent and was able to work around the problems I was having, the morning supervisor, with the long brown hair, leaves much to be desired and was the polar opposite of the other person I dealt with. The food was okay but in no way amazing, the cocktails were good and a fair wine list. Prices are high for what you get but seem standard for New York, read more

Wandering the neighborhood in 101-degree summer heat, I was in desperate need of a mezcal soda and this place delivered. The drinks were spot-on, the vibe was immaculate, and the people couldn't have been friendlier. read more

Stopped in for a bachelorette brunch this past weekend. The restaurant is located in the Arlo Williamsburg hotel. Restaurant is large with lots of tables and a large bar. Was fairly empty for a Sunday afternoon but service was great. Our servers were friendly and stopped by often. The menu isn't particularly large. I had the hangover sandwich which comes with fried eggs, bacon, avocado and onion strings on an everything bun. The bun was a little dry and there wasn't enough aioli on the sandwich but I felt it was decent. It is served with fries but they let me substitute for home fries which were delicious! I had the oaxaca sunset drink with tequila instead of mezcal and that was just okay, not something I'd order again. Overall, this isn't a restaurant I'd be running to come back to but would maybe give it a shot for dinner if I was in the area. Rating 3.5/5 stars. read more

Sungold - Hangover Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

great , airy space. average food (bland burger, chicken parm, overly vinegar-ed salad) friendly but slow and uninspired service.

What a great experience! We had a wonderful time before a Wrestling show being held by the Arlo Hotel where its located. The wine selection was exactly what I wanted and that was the best mustard vinaigrette I have ever had. Service was on point. It was the perfect way to start the night. read more

Juan and Carlos were so helpful and awesome- service was great- get the fries! Bottomless brunch was great deal!

The food was amazing! We ordered: steak for 2 w/wedges, salad, sweet potato, burger w/fries. Everything was amazing. It was a little bright but other than that we had the perfect experience. Highly recommended! read more

We both ordered the burger. The menu offers it with "crispy onion" and "deluxe sauce." I asked the waiter if I could have my burger with raw onion instead. (Clearly they had raw onions in the kitchen to make the crispy onions with?) The waiter said he would ask but would i be ok with the crispy onions if it couldn't be done? Confident that it could, I said yes. The burger arrived with crispy onion. Even more problematic was the "deluxe sauce," which the waiter explained (when I asked) was chipotle mayo. That would have been fine, except that the burgers came so doused with this "deluxe" sauce that what could have been a delicious burger was a goopy, disgusting mess. We spent most of our time eating it making sure that sauce didn't drip and stain our clothes. We could have used a beach towel, instead of the single napkin we were given. Yuck. The two stars goes to our delightful and empathetic waiter. We were the only customers in the restaurant (not surprising in retrospect), and even our 25% tip isn't going to be much help paying his Brooklyn rent. Poor guy -- he's an excellent waiter and deserves a job at a far better restaurant than this. read more