Cute ambiance, friendly service, good drinks. I've only had pizza there but they have some excellent combos. It's a little pricy for pizza, but delicious and seems like they're using good ingredients. read more

My girlfriend and I went there for the first time! We got bad looks from the staff. We ordered the arugula salad which arrived with very old, smelly gorgonzola cheese. It was inedible. The pizza arrived cold, with a burnt crust and not cooked in the center. We decided to leave as we were very disappointed with the food and the service. Not worth your money. read more

I've been here a about 7 times over the past year, all different times of the day, during the week and weekends and my complaints are the same... 1. The service is sooooooo slow, the last time I went there I would leave my table to go to the bar to get my drinks because we never saw our server. 2. I never get my complete order. The last few times I've ordered the rice balls and they forgot to bring them, so I just tell them to forget it. Other times its been the meatballs, but its always something. Pros: When you finally get your food, its delicious ... but make sure not to go there too hungry because you'll wait forever and a day before you get your food. read more

Overall such a great experience and lovely place and I will come back! Ambiance was amazing. I originally chose this place because I've passed by before and thoroughly enjoyed the energy it gives off. Staff was kind. I like my server but I will say I felt a little pushed. Like we needed a couple more minutes for the picking food, wanted to chat after the meal, etc and our server just felt a little pushy to get us out or something. And I mean they weren't closing up or needed the table for another party so I don't understand the rush. It's not even like we were the last party there either. I'm trying to enjoy my friends and company and don't like feeling pressured. That and I personally enjoy when servers have opinions on food choices or good options and our server didn't have to much to say on the menu. Neither of these things destroyed my experience or interactions with my server but I feel like there important to note. The food was yummy. The calzones were delicious. We got the Smokey and the Fig calzone and wow I loved it. Flaky, yummy crust. I loved it and believe me I'm picky... I mean I'm from Brooklyn I know calzones. Also the fries were delicious and different and I enjoyed the rice balls. We got the horseradish fries and spinach and mushroom rice balls. *BIG COMPLAINT*--- I ordered the Flourless Chocolate Cake and for $8 the portion size was despicable. It was delicious but I mean not at the price for that size. I mean my whole party audibly laughed for 5minutes at it. I thought it was a prank. When I was 10, I ate little Debbie cosmic brownies that are double the size for half the price and just as yummy. Now think about that.... little Debbie's cosmic brownies which are tiny were gigantic in comparison to this. I've had flourless cakes at other places and I've eaten everything from Taco Bell to Michelin Star restaurants so trust me when I say I've seen it all and this left me shocked. Spark Notes Version: *I would come again and I'm especially interested in the jazz scene it offers. *I'll order that calzone and most food from there. *I'll avoid the dessert and save my time and money. *I wish my server offered me more time to chat and not feel bothered but they're nice. read more

When I first tried Brooklyn Firefly I loved it. Most recently when I ate here it was absolutely terrible. I tried the Blaze Burger Calzone, ground beef, cognac gorgonzola sauce, caramelized onions, shredded mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, garlic aioli with a side of fire fries, the Cesar salad and the Chicken Cuzzie, chicken cutlet parmesan on Italian hero bread with choice of sauce with a side of fire fries. Everything was awful and to add insult to injury this place isn't exactly cheap. I was with two other people and everyone agreed that nothing was fresh.In fact the person who ordered the Blaze Burger Calzone threw it in the garbage. Perhaps this was a bad day because as I have mentioned I used to really like this place. Not sure where the decline in value and freshness happened but I will not be returning. read more

I wish I could give this place a 5 but I can't. We came for pizza and music. The music was great and we enjoyed the pizza. But the service is not good. We waited an hour for a margarita pizza. We had to ask for water and it took a long time to track our waitress down for refills of our drinks ... which when they finally arrived were hurriedly thrown into the table. We were finally asked if we wanted a refill at some point and said no (meaning not yet), and our check was thrown onto the table as our waitress dashed away. We didn't ask for the Check and may have stayed longer. Will try again with lower expectations. read more

Food was good except there was no cheese on my Caesar salad! Desert was over priced! We got the cheese cake at ten dollars it should of been a bigger portion. Would of given a better review but salad was also a smaller portion! read more

A great neighborhood restaurant. Very baby / kid friendly and plenty of seating in the back, as well as, outside. We got the rice balls and the mook (vegan pizza). The initial round of rice balls came out cold and we had them take it back. The servers were very apologetic and came back with a new set of rice balls. Our server came back and checked in on the rice balls. When we told her it was lukewarm, she apologized again and volunteered to take it off the bill. The vegan pizza, the mook, was with pesto, eggplant, sundried tomatoes, garlic. The pizza was perfect - chewy, flavorful, and slightly crispy. I would definitely go back for the great service and the pizza. read more

The pizza is shockingly good. The servers are sweet. And it has such a good vibe inside. It's a total diamond in the ruff. I'm so excited I found this place. I feel like I've been here before that's how comfortable I was. read more

Definitely have changed my opinion of this plaice, after having been several times in the last several years - I will NOT be going back. The staff and management are simply, in a word... bad. The service is terrible and the management is deplorable. Some of the worst I've ever experienced in a restaurant. Too many great spots in Bay Ridge. This place may LOOK great from the outside, but inside it's terrible. read more

I've been excited about trying this restaurant since i saw them remodeling. The interior is beautiful and the vide of the restaurant is warm and welcoming. The service was also great and everyone was very welcoming. As for the food the pizza is good, and probably the highlight of the meal. It's a typical brick oven pizza with a good flavor crust and good texture. The meatballs were okay, my biggest issue with them was that they were somewhat burnt and pretty tough. The rice balls were also just okay. The rice was somewhat undercooked. The sauce that both the meatballs and rice ball were in was good tho! We didn't get to try the cocktails which looked tasty! If i were to go back it would probably for drinks and maybe some pizza. read more

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I ordered the vegan calzones, and they smelled so much like the real thing so much I had to call the restaurant! The owner was very nice and assured me they are very strict about avoiding any cross contamination or mixups like that. Long story short, I was embarrassed because they were indeed vegan and tasted amazing! I would absolutely recommend this restaurant, especially for the vegan pizza! read more

Enjoyed a beautiful summer's night in their outdoor space while hanging out with great friends. We ordered the kale salad, fire fries with lemon ricotta, the Lord of Brooklyn, and the Bad Racket. All were delicious! Plus, the servers were very friendly - what more could you want. read more

I love Brooklyn Firefly, but take-out service has declined. Several times when I have ordered toppings, specifically mushrooms and eggplant, it is under-cooked, as if they just placed the raw food on top and cooked it with the pizza (as opposed to precooking foods that need it). Last night, the eggplant on top of my pizza was still partially raw and inedible. The mushrooms were raw too, but at least they are kind of okay when under-cooked. They also forgot to add the kale to my pizza. Other times, I have ordered the margarita and the there was not basil added. The toppings are expensive and round out the meal, so it is very disappointing that a restaurant with such delicious food would not fully prepare the toppings for their pizzas. read more

I went to Brooklyn Firefly back in the summer and have been meaning to write a review as the food was delicious and the drinks too! Pizza and salad were delicious I will definitely be back to sample more of there food!! Drinks were delicious too!! Desert was yummy too!! read more

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Came here on a weeknight and it was surprisingly packed! There was a wait for the tables but my boyfriend and I opted for the no-wait bar seats. We had just missed happy hour (drafts for $4, etc.) so we definitely be back for that. We ordered the Truffle fries and expected it to be your typical crispy French fries, however, they were smashed potatoes instead. A little upsetting considering the fact that we were craving fries, but it was not bad. For pizza, we got the 86th street which had tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, basil, Parmesan and garlic oil. Everything on the pizza was bursting in flavor, the mini pepperonis were the perfect crisp, the crust was just a slight let down probably because the pizza was so saucy. But I would definitely be back if I'm ever craving pizza read more

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We came here last night to enjoy live music, pizza and drinks. The restaurant was warm and welcoming. It was spacious and had a great menu. Their pizza was delicious, great thin crust. My friends and I shared the Rosie. We wanted to enjoy some cocktails but they ended up subpar. Other than that, I will definitely come back for dinner and beer. read more

I'm not someone who goes out of my way to write bad reviews; however, after it taking 2 hours and 20 mins to receive a pizza and calzone, I felt the need to write one. There's literally no excuse for 2 items to take that long. I'm sure they're understaffed due to covid, and for that I'm sorry to the workers, but even in pre-Covid times pizza would take forever to come out. I'm not sure the reason for this. Now, when we do receive our food it is delicious!! It is just unfortunate that the experience is tainted by long wait time. read more

Ordered a pizza online off Yelp and they called and said they don't have a delivery guy. Fine. They would not cancel the order themselves, but made me jump through hoops to cancel through EAT 24. They said they called and to tell EAT 24 to tell them no delivery but that wasn't marked on the account. I don't know whose fault that was, but it wasn't mine and I should not have to make phone calls and send emails to cancel orders. The restaurant should do it. This is a new restaurant, so they should be concerned with customer service. read more

I have been here twice and both experiences were amazing. I love the Fig-gatabout it calzone (hope I spelled it correctly). It's more of a savory calzone, but it's slightly sweet. I keep on coming back to it. The outdoor gated seating definitely was beneficial during this pandemic. Definitely a place to go to read more

I came here a year ago in March with a group of friends, and the thought the pizza was delicious! - I came back to bring my family for my second time because I really liked the place. I was really disappointed with today's pizza and the place. We came in a group of four, and the waitress seated us down - there was a chair missing, so I had to grab the chair myself. The waitress noticed my menu sheet was dirty, so she changed mine (this was really nice of her to do so). While waiting for the food, I saw a cockroach roaming on a table near me. I was in disbelief and told the another waitress. She had a waiter kill it. At this point I was utterly disgusted because if there was a cockroach on the table, what does that mean about the cleanliness of the place? We ordered a shroom white pizza and I was expecting to have a similar one to when I first came, however, this one was burnt on the sides and lacked sauce and toppings. The truffle fries were good and the arugula salad was alright. When the party next to us left, the waiter began to wipe the table with some detergent while we were eating. I know the waiter has to clean up after the guests leave, however I thought it was kind of inconsiderate of him to wipe using the strong detergent smell from a mini red bucket because we were clearly eating. I was really hoping to show my parents how nice this place was, however was disappointed with the place and the food this time around. The waitress gave us a 20% discount because of the uncleanness... But I was still disturbed by the sight and odor, and the burnt pizza. read more

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My husband and I recently had dinner at this location. We ordered the veggie rice balls, Cesear salad and vegan personal pies. All of this items very good. I was considering dessert to go, but vegan carrot cake was pricey( it's most likely a slender slice). I consider returning. read more

Definitely a must try. I would recommend making a reservation through opentable. The restaurant gets packed pretty quick. The buffalo gal pizza, rice ball, kale salad and fires were great! Even the white sangria. Hope you enjoy this place as much as I did! read more

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So so cute and the pizza was delicious, service great as always. This was our first time out to a restaurant since quarantine started so we were so happy to support a neighborhood place during covid when so many restaurants are struggling. Thanks so much! read more

Enjoyed my Marguerite pizza immensely and the delivery person was very prompt and professional.

Hands down best vegan pizza I've had in almost 5 years since not being able to eat dairy. I had the the vegan square pie, the crust was perfect sauce amazing and the vegan cheese on point. I can't wait to try the other vegan pies. My kids had the regular Margarita pizza and where huge fans. Can't wait until I can eat in the restaurant and fully enjoy Brooklyn Firefly. read more

This is one of my favorite places to eat in Brooklyn, especially when I am in Bayridge! Come here for their food, pizza, wine, delicious cocktails, delicious tartufo, and live jazz! When arriving the staff is very nice, and it seems like you were walking into a different era. If you want to come all dressed up on a Saturday night, this is the place to do so and go! When I went I got the classic pizza, we all got a firefly, and the second round was gin and juice. I always sit by the jazz so I could listen and see them. I definitely recommend there frozen, and all the cocktails. The gelato bowl is also to die for! read more

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Go and get this vegan pizza !!! Add all the veggies . Only thing I would ask for is smaller pieces of garlic . It's cloves just thrown on !!! The atmosphere is nice and for big groups . Great art on the wall read more

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I LOVE this spot. It's such an excellent addition to the neighborhood. The outdoor seating is so amazing in the summer, so I'd probably go back anyway. But the food is also really great! Every pizza I've had there has been surprisingly good. In a neighborhood spoiled for choice with pizza, Firefly is a great addition. The burger and sandwiches are also good. The service is good as well. It's a little pricy for the neighborhood, but I think it's worth it for the outdoor seating. I'm sure rent is crazy for that space. read more

I didn't have high expectations of their food here but I was very impressed with their pizza! We got the "86th street" pizza which is basically fresh mozzarella and pepperoni and I thought it was perfectly made. It was thin crust and had just the right amount of cheese and sauce. We also ordered a side of fries but they're not your standard looking fries. They are mashed up mini potatoes, which wasn't too bad, but I was sort of craving more of the traditional skinny fries. The saffron aioli dipping sauce was pretty good though. On a nice day, you can also sit outside by the picnic benches. It's definitely one of those more hipster places that you typically see in Park Slope or Williamsburg but as long as the food is good and reasonably price, I won't be complaining. They also do delivery. read more

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Food, drinks, service, and ambiance is great! BUT.... Now they charge a credit card fee! During my last visit I was charged $2.50 for using my credit card (on a ~$50-$60 meal). I was not informed prior to the card being swiped and I also did not see a disclaimer or posting about the fee on the menu or website. Maybe I should have said something but I decided against it at the time. I just want to write a review and give people a heads up. It seems like more restaurants are going back to cash only or beginning to charge a fee for using credit cards. I know it is legal and that a 2-3% merchant fee does hurt profits but it just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I thought that restaurants already accounted for the merchant fees in their pricing? read more

One of the best pizza I had in Brooklyn. Super friendly and fast service price is great also. I do Recommend this place

Gorgeous outdoor space. Yummy food and drinks and they have a great brunch deal. Love this place!

Ordered a pick up order on Yelp and only had to wait a few mins at the restaurant before our food was ready. Ordered the lord of Brooklyn pie, rice balls and grandma's meatball. The pizza was good, but I think the meatball in Sunday sauce and the rice balls were more memorable. Would come back for more meatballs and to try the calzone! read more

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The Brooklyn Firefly is a place I've passed by many times, as I currently reside not too far away, however I had never stopped in. TBF opened in the location of a former Bay Ridge institution, Lento's, and thus in my friend groups had always been known as the pizza place that opened where Lento's used to be. That recommendation never really made me keen to visit, but on Saturday I had plans with a friend for dinner and a crazing for something new without having to jump on the subway, so I said lets check out TBF. I was not disappointed. Let's start with the food: we split the Arugula salad, the Fire Fries with truffle oil and the Lord of Brooklyn pizza. I was thoroughly impressed with everything. The Fries are not your standard french fry, but rather a new take on fried potato. They were very flavorful and not dripping with grease. The pizza also blew me away. I'm a bit of a pizza snob, growing up in the area and frequenting the local slice shops. However, their pizza was very good. The Lord of Brooklyn was an excellent mix of flavors and the crust was cooked nicely. What else to say? The staff is very friendly and attentive, and the decor fits the style. One item of note, they often do live music in the back room. I love going to live music, but I'm not the biggest fan of it when I am eating as sometimes it gets so loud you have to yell at your dinner companion. Which was the case when we went. The music was good, however, I just wanted to talk more. Overall, great experience and I'll be back! read more

Nice addition to Bay Ridge. It replaced the Yellow Hook Grill which I wasn't a big fan of. The Firefly serves mostly brick oven pizza which is delicious and the staff is friendly and efficient. A pizza can feed two people and is under $20.00. They have a nice outdoor seating area with a high fence for added privacy. Live music is also provided one or two nights a week usually by a local jazz band. I live in the neighborhood and come here often. read more

The Brooklyn Firefly - Pizza Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I went to this bar in the beginning of the fall with a friend I haven't seen for months. The vibe is really chill, I had a great conversation with the bartender, and the food was good. I had a few rice balls while I was drinking, and boy ... I have been thinking of those rice balls ever since. I kept ordering rice balls and I am surprised I haven't morphed into a rice ball. read more

Definitely coming back here! Good pizzas, good drinks and live music. Y'all should check this place out on bayridge.

The service was absolutely abysmal at Brooklyn Firefly. The hostess was nowhere to be seen so we waited about 10 minutes when the restaurant was empty. Then, it took another 15 minutes to get a waiter to take our orders. We ordered the kale house as a starter, Saturday night fever for pizza, and the truffle fire fries as a side. All of the food was delicious and the portions were okay, but the pizzas are pricey here. They have bench tables in the patio for larger groups and jazz music inside if you're looking for a cozy date night. It took another fifteen to twenty minutes to flag down a waiter to get some more drinks. It's such a pity because the food was great but the restaurant was definitely understaffed. read more

Great music on weekend. Cool location and vibe but food is only so so. Service is ok.