I'm a sucker for trying something new. This establishment came across my feed and I was intrigued…read more I was in the neighborhood and decided to try it out. You will miss it if you're not paying attention...just look for the red door. I entered and was greeted. It was Friday early evening and tad bit dark for my liking, but don't watch that. I sat down and was offered the menu. I went with salt fish plantain cup to start and then some wings. Washed it down with some white wine. It got the job done! The staff pleasant and the ambiance was very pleasant. Try it out!

- service could be better there was a long time in between…read moremy drink orders took while before the server came to me they served app with dinner - pasta was good, large portions, could have used more shrimp tho - hosts were accommodating - sexy speakeasy feel - there's no sign, the lounge is behind a random red door amidst a bunch of auto body shops - good DJs at nights - good music on other nights music was loud enough to jame to, but low enough to talk - The herb fried chicken is well made - tasty drinks - no happy hour - brunch was not available on the early Sunday that I went

It's so hard finding good restaurants to eat on this side of Brooklyn but I'm glad I researched…read morealil harder and found this gem! Because we were about to celebrate my 18 year old nephew at olive grdn . & my dad is hard to impress sometimes but he was VERY impressed with our food experience here. It wasn't super packed in here on a Monday night as expected so service was pretty good. We didn't know until the end of the night, our server was the owner. It's very chill and dark in there, the decor inside is simple but nice touch with the waterfall wall. Now for food.. I kept it simple with jerk chicken with rice n peas, it was nice and flavorful but I wish I got it with the pasta though. My husband got lobster pasta and I couldn't stop eating off his plate, it was probably the best thing we all ordered. My nephew got oxtail Mac and cheese and that was great as well, they just give you like 4 likkle pieces of oxtail though. Mom got the steamed snapper, was nice a soft and full of flavor. Dad got the honey glazed pork chops, and he enjoyed it. We also had a few drinks, beers, they were decent. Hoping the owner updates their site and menu online so people can know all the great things they offer here! Overall, everything was great! I'd def be back someday and highly recommend!

Unfortunately, for the Canarsie area, this business is going to leach and not do much to enhance…read morethe nightlife in the area. Upon entry It looks like a lively spot with good aesthetics however, you come in and the music is very loud like a club so if you want a restaurant, this is not the place, but the main reason for this review and the rating is because they will allow you to order a lot of money worth of food and then tell you after the fact that they do not accept any card not a debit card not a credit card of any card they're doing cash and Zelle, which is completely unprofessional for business. Additionally, they do not have an ATM on site. Additionally, on top of that they do not have the signed posted in a way where you can see it upon entry. The one behind the bar is covered by a bottle of alcohol and the one behind the door if the door is open, you'll never see the sign. It's completely ridiculous and I was highly disgusted the food. The wings were OK at Best. The drinks were mediocre, but they were good enough for you to say this, hoping this spot but with that type of unprofessionalism, even the most basic businesses know that you have to disclose that type of information upon entry with that type of unprofessionalism, I'd never walk back in that door again. And I hope the Better Business Bureau looks into seeing and notifying them that they have to properly notify their customers of certain payment situations taking Zelle at a business is completely unprofessional.

My husband and I went to this restaurant during my birthday trip to NYC. Its funny because we…read moreactually matched the beautiful asethics . loved the vibe of this restaurant. The DJ was spinning the hits! The staff was amazing. Our waitress Raya was an absolute doll. She made sure our experience was top notch. We got lamb chops and the lobster mac and cheese. The lobster mac and cheese was delicious! They even gave me a birthday shot!

Walking in here it looks like they were trying to create the ambiance of a vip booth at a strip…read moreclub. With the decor of backlit gold bottles at the bar and dirty large circular fixtures on the side walls, it is trying too hard to be upscale but comes off as tacky. The chairs are velvet and starting to look filthy. The food here was mid at best. The crab cakes were cold in the center and tasted like they had been microwaved. I thought the jerk wings were decent, if not a bit dry. The cocktails were good, we did the Lavender 75, but their presentation was so dead for a 20$ cocktail. They were served with a couple slices of dried lemon and a sprig of lavender with a small plastic straw floating askew in the glass. It seemed like it was our server's first time working, as she just didn't have the intuition and perception down and kept trying to get us to order more drinks after we said no more. She kept coming back and leaving because she forgot what we needed or had ordered. This was an overpriced and underwhelming experience for me and I will not be coming back.

Rum punch- yuck Loaded fries- passable…read moreAtmosphere- not welcoming We walked in to only 2 other people there which was fine since we typically enjoy a spot that we can "take over". Sat at the bar watching the bartender deep in a conversation on the phone. Waited and waited and eventually was able to order our drinks. I got a rum punch and refused to take another sip. My friend took mine and I went with a passion fruit margarita which was ok. Idk what rum they put in the premade rum punch but please revise that. The fries were disappointing as well. Fries were extremely oily and just not great. I can't see myself returning

Well... the service is lacking. Our server was attentive but seemed new ill give her some grace…read more The kitchen staff needs to get it together. We were a party of 2 and a table with 3 sat down and then 2 people at the bar. There was no reason that our chicken egg rolls and the rest of the food took forever to come out. The server even warned us that the food takes long . They need to get that part under control. The dj came and set up . Great play list a little bit of everything r&b, hip hop, reggae soca etc... but the volume was way to loud. The place was shaking and vibrating. We came during happy hour. The drinks were ok. Food temps were good but just lacked a bit of flavor, although I must say the curry goat was decent. The Decor is nice . Yet the place just feels unprepared not ready yet to service the public.

The food here is soooo soooo good! And this includes all that me in the party of five experienced…read moreas we pulled up to the restaurant on a rainy Saturday afternoon. There are plenty of items on the menu to order from and the service is top tier.

Looking for a carnival themed island vibe with great cocktails and authentic Caribbean cuisine,…read morecome to Savannah Spiced located in Brooklyn Here's what we had Drinks Sorrel Punch - The Sorrel Punch is a smooth, creamy cocktail that puts a Caribbean twist on the classic frozen piña colada. Instead of pineapple, it features the bold, tangy flavor of sorrel. Blended with coconut cream and rum, it's rich, refreshing, and full of island flavor. Def a fave and it tastes as good as it looks! Sexy lady - The Sexy Lady is a light but strong fruity cocktail that mixes the fresh taste similar to a lychee martini with the sweet, floral flavor of elderflower and juicy tropical fruits. It's smooth, fun, and a little flirty. We enjoyed this so much that we found ourselves guessing the ingredients! Sweet chili wings and Oreo waffle- The waffle batter was rich and delicious, with that classic cookies-and-cream taste shining through. I just wish it had been a bit crispier and more golden brown--that's my personal preference. Still, the flavor was on point. The wings were the real star perfectly cooked with a sweet, tangy, and spicy glaze that hit all the right notes. Altogether, it was a fun and tasty twist on sweet and savory. Chicken and Birthday Cake Waffle- The waffle had a sweet, cake-like taste with colorful sprinkles mixed in, and the batter was really tasty. I do wish it had been a bit crispier and more browned to give it that perfect texture, but the flavor made up for it. The fried chicken on top was juicy and well-seasoned, adding a savory balance to the sweet waffle. Overall, it was a creative and satisfying take on a classic sweet-and-savory combo. Appetizer Jerk wings- Hands down the favorite of the meal. They were packed with bold flavor--spicy, savory, and just the right amount of heat. The seasoning was spot on and the wings were cooked to the perfect texture. Every bite was juicy, flavorful, and left you wanting more. A true standout. We also can't forget the special sauce on the side--creamy and slightly sweet, it paired nicely with the wings and helped balance the heat. That said, the wings were so flavorful on their own, they didn't even need it. Entrees The Calypso Shrimp- Was beautifully presented as a standout dish. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, juicy, and coated in a sweet and spicy secret sauce that had just the right kick paired with creamy garlic mashed potatoes. It wasn't a fave but the presentation made up for it! Oxtail Low Mein - Beautifully plated in an abstract bowl. The Oxtail Lo Mein was a flavorful fusion dish that delivered more heat than I expected--but in a good way. The noodles were coated in a rich, savory brown sauce, and the oxtail was incredibly tender, falling off the bone. Each bite was packed with bold flavors, especially the deep notes of ginger and soy. The spice gave it an extra kick, making it a comforting yet exciting twist on classic lo mein.

The service was good and drinks was very strong worth the $ food was so good the next day we went…read moreback and order 4 more dinners

I came here with a friend to get some food before going to the RnB Mimosa Festival. There were a…read morefew people dining in and one person at the bar. My friend and I ordered the oxtail egg roll and the shrimp and grits. The oxtail egg roll was good and came with oxtail gravy dipping sauce. It was a large egg roll which cost $18 dollars. The shrimp and grits were good but the server gave us forks instead of spoons. We asked for spoons but the server took them out of a bin with her bare hands. Needless to say, we ate the grits with the fork. The food was good but I don't think I'd go out of my way to go back.

I went to this spot on a Monday, last minute reservation. For an honest review, Service was slow at…read morefirst, no one greeted us when we got there, and we had to get someone's attention. May be short staffed but we got a few recommendations on their best dishes, and ordered the lemongrass mussels, oxtail dinner and steamed snapper. The food was fantastic!!!!!! Like sooooo delicious! Our waitress was pleasant and attentive. I came back later that week to get the steamed fish again to go. They made it even though it was still brunch time. So Grace is given on service but the food!!!!! So good!!!!!

We decided to have a work Christmas gathering here. They were accommodating to a large group, there…read morewas 16 of us. The vibes are very chill and relaxed. The music was good able to dance to in the space. Our sever Destiny was amazing !! She dealt with all of our personalities with grace and went above and beyond. We did the prefix menu which is 75 pp and you can an app and entree plus the table gets two drink towers. The rum punch was really good. My app was bang bang shrimp, loved it the sauce was tasty . The entree was mango jerk salmon I absolutely loved this take on salmon, it wasn't too spicy either. Came with peppers onions and mashed potato in a perfect portion.

Bellyful a African/carribbean infusion Resturant that is full of vibez, energy, and cool friendly…read morestaff. Food: my my my the food is amazing! The saltfish cakes with slight spice were savory, the honey garlic wings well done was flavorful, and the saltfish with fried plantain is so tasty. The brown stew snapper with rice and peas was delicious.The rum punch, Bahama mama, and henny colada was great and strong. Service: the very fast, quick and with smile. The waitress was very attentive and ensured checkin periodically. Ambiance: the Resturant is good energy, paintings of African and Caribbean artwork. There's an upstairs and downstairs with a lot of space. The Resturant can also be rented out to the public. The bathroom area is very clean, spacious and place to take pictures. My overall rating is 4.8/5.0

I've driven past Bellyful so many times and didn't even know it was only 10 mins from me…read more I made reservations online, but when I arrived the male hostess couldn't seem to find my reservations or keep focused to find my name "Trina" in his hand held tablet. That was fine, but when we entered I asked for a booth and he said it was only for 4 people, and the place was empty so I didn't understand why it would be a chore to seat us there. I asked if it was reserved and he said no, but it's for four people. Please remember this part; I promise it get's better. He wanted to seat us next to another couple and the space is not big enough to adhere to 6 feet apart (CDC guidelines) so I asked if we could be seated upstairs or by the bar. Of course the mean hostess pointed to the bar. The waitress Opal greeted us as soon as we were seated and she was a sweeter treat than the hostess. She took our drink orders and made a suggestion on a drink for me. The appetizers were okay, but I wasn't wowed. My friend ordered the fried curry snapper with rice and peas and devoured it. I however didn't want to eat any meat and ordered the rasta reggae pasta. It was bland I had to put salt on my food, and I've never had to at any restaurant. As we were seated I noticed the rude hostess seating a couple at the same booth I asked to be seated at almost 40 mins later. The look of death and disgust was what I gave him, while he was seating them - I think he felt it too. My friend laughed the whole time, while I was so peeved. I considered speaking with his manager. I was pissed because I'm 5'1" and had to damn near climb up on the seat to sit at the bar. I gave the review three stars due to Opal the waitresses charm and kindness and my friend destroying his snapper meal. If it wasn't for that I would definitely give it one star. I hope Bellyful trains that young man he's rude, unprofessional and loud. Honestly, it's not a good look for Bellyful. I won't be returning even if they have a happy hour. NO THANK YOU!