I had the absolute pleasure of attending a bridal shower here this spring, and the experience was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, the service was flawless -- warm, incredibly attentive, and perfectly paced. The refreshments were so great for a celebration. The Cocktails: Expertly crafted and sophisticated. It was refreshing to have drinks that were perfectly balanced and not overly sweet. The coffee was served alongside dessert, it was rich and the perfect finishing touch to a wonderful meal. While the Filet Mignon was a popular and well loved choice among our group, and the Meatballs were universally raved about for being truly excellent, the real showstopper for me was the Chicken Parmesan. I don't typically order steak, so I was delighted by this choice. The cutlet was impressively sized yet elegantly thin, showcasing the high quality of the chicken. It was served with a side of creamy mashed potatoes, which was such a comforting and delicious pairing. It did remind me of visiting Germany believe it or not like a schnitzel style cutlet but still very italian if that makes any sense. If you visit, you simply cannot miss the fried eggplant appetizer with burrata. It is divine! This dish alone would be the perfect excuse to drop by for a casual dinner date or a "girls' night out" centered around appetizers, wine, and to try a dessert. I would absolutely return! read more

visited this establishment on a few different occasions (brunch and dinner service). Certain dishes were overly salted and the others were mediocre. The fried calamari could've been less oily, as this took away from the crunch; also slightly overcooked. Baked clams were decent. Salmon was cooked to perfection. Pizza was great! They reheated for us, since our group was too busy chatting. Desserts - phenomenal! Drinks- ehh. Brunch menu - French toast was decent. The salmon over hash brown , was lacking a touch of something , couldn't pinpoint what was lacking. Chicken and waffles, decent, wasn't the best I've had. Service- jonathan was our waiter during brunch and also our bartender. He's GREAT! During service dinner, we had a female waitress and I felt she lacked attention to details and couldn't flag her down when we wanted something. Overall, service is a hit or miss , I guess? If you're looking for an intimate dinner, nope. Love their vibes and music playing in the background. You might need to "shout"'to hear read more

Edna and I met for lunch with a friend who lives in Bay Ridge. Our friend always picks places we've never been to before... and I grew up in Brooklyn: Gravesend, Carroll Gardens and Brooklyn Heights, was there until I was at least 62. We entered this bright, cheery place on the corner of 3rd Ave and 86- it's called The Corner... go figure. Our friend was already seated so we were escorted to her table of choice. Our server came over and introduced herself to us. Did I hear right: Farrell? Yep. Like Irish I asked? Farrell started pouring water as we perused the menu. They were only serving Brunch. Oh well. We dove right in anyway. We started out with Oysters on the half shell and an interesting presentation of Tuna Carpaccio. I told Farrell the tuna was cut a little too thick to be a carpaccio and I made sure that she told the chef b/c I was going to put it in my review. Handhelds were the choice of the day: the ladies with Pork Belly (Cuban) Sandwiches and me, to be different, a BLT Crabcake. After ordering our first bottle of wine, the appetizers came out- originally destined for the wrong table. The timing of the courses were spot on. Then the entrees... huge entrees... very tasty entrees...with just the right amount of fries. I now know why Farrell asked the ladies if they were going to share. I've come to understand that the BLT Crabcake was their signature dish. Getting close to devouring our meals, we ordered a second bottle of wine. A French Shiraz (Syrah) blend that was perfect. I usually take a photo of the label but forgot. Timing again was spot on yet again. Dessert, Farrell asked, we obliged with orders of three espressos and a piece of olive oil cake with berries and cream. I didn't tell Farrell, but the cake was not as moist as I hoped for. All in all, I rate our visit as a Four Stars plus. Hey BTW, they have a Chef's Table facing the open air kitchen which, if we get a little group together, might try for a next time. Also I understand Chef has another restaurant, Italian food, up the street. We'll save that for another visit back to my old stomping grounds. read more

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If you've ever wondered what happens when a Gen X aesthetic, a weekend brunch setup, and a kitchen with genuine talent collide on 3rd Avenue, allow me to introduce you to The Corner -- a relative newborn in the Bay Ridge restaurant scene, clocking in at about a year and a half old and still too fresh to have earned its official health score badge of honor. (Which, frankly, only added to the intrigue.) This was our first visit -- "our" meaning myself and The Man, who takes brunch as seriously as I do. We walked in to great music, a stylish interior, and that unmistakable "we're new, but we're trying" energy that I personally find charming. We were seated with Jonathan, who deserves a gold star, a raise, and possibly a parade. He was warm, attentive, and the kind of server who makes you feel like you're in good hands. There was also a secondary server/busser who floated around handling drinks and clearing plates -- and who, unintentionally, became the star of a small coffee‑related comedy of errors. I asked for more Splenda. Nothing happened. I asked Jonathan again. Suddenly both coffee cups vanished from the table, only to return as... one fresh coffee. Then more confusion. Then more waiting. It was like watching a caffeinated version of "Who's on First," but with fewer punchlines and more longing for sweetener. Minor, but memorable. Now, onto the food -- which is where The Corner absolutely redeemed itself. My Crème Brûlée French Toast arrived first. Alone. Unaccompanied by bacon or The Man's meal. And because I am a civilized human being who understands dining etiquette -- and because I eat my French toast with my bacon, not as a solo act -- I waited. Conveniently, Pegasus (where we had originally put our name in) called at that exact moment, giving me a timestamp. Twenty‑something minutes later, The Man's Pork Belly Cuban and my side of bacon finally arrived. By the time my French toast finally had its supporting cast (bacon and The Man's meal), it had gone cold. But here's the twist: it was still delicious. The brûléed top was soft rather than crackly, but the flavor was spot‑on, and the crème anglaise pooled on the plate was silky, rich, and perfect for dragging each cube through. The blueberries scattered across the dish were little edible sapphires. The bacon, meanwhile, arrived in two personalities -- half undercooked, half perfect -- so I ate the half that respected me. The Man, meanwhile, fell head‑over‑heels for his Pork Belly Cuban. The fries? Phenomenal. The mysterious green sauce? He practically wanted to write it a love letter. He ate half, declared himself defeated, and we boxed the rest. I ate five of the seven French toast cubes, leaving two behind as a symbolic gesture of restraint. Despite the service hiccups (none of which were Jonathan's fault), the food carried the experience. And honestly, that's what matters most to me: if the kitchen delivers, I'm willing to forgive a few front‑of‑house stumbles -- especially at a young restaurant still finding its rhythm. Final verdict: A solid 4 stars from me. If I could give 4.5, I would. And yes, there will absolutely be a next time -- because any place that can make me overlook cold French toast and Splenda chaos is doing something right. read more

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New Bay ridge spot ( relatively new). Came here for brunch. The hostess welcomed us immediately and we were escorted to our table. The waitress was attentive. The decor is nice and clean cut, white marble blue velvet. I got the signature drink in the cardinal it was similar to a strawberry daiquiri, with a punch. Crab cake for appetizer was average. The creme brûlée French toast stack was amazing tho! Definitely did well on the sweet portion of the brunch. read more

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A nice dinner at The Corner on Monday night. I stopped in just before they closed early because of the blizzard. Cute little spot with an open kitchen area. The food and service was good. I enjoyed the crab cakes, they had very little filler. The French onion soup was good but the broth was a little on the sweet side for me. I would return to try more of the menu when I'm back in the area. read more

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Visited this spot for brunch. Food was mediocre but staff, ambiance, and space were amazing. The interior reminded my whole party and I of a beach resort we stayed at in DR, and the ceiling to floor windows allowed a lot of natural light to pour in. Staff were very patient and accommodating. We had a baby in a carrier with us and they allowed us to sit at the booth so the baby could rest on it too. Our waitress also gave us ample time to decide on our food. Tiramisu pancakes - 4/5 I quite liked the flavor and texture of these pancakes. They were relatively flat and didn't exactly taste like tiramisu but I thought they were pretty solid pancakes overall. My friends weren't too fond of them though. Creme brulee french toast - 4/5 I liked the pancakes more than the french toast, but this was alright. It was very saucy (creme brulee sauce) but like the pancakes, I didn't think the flavor they were advertising really came through. I was expecting some torched sugar bits on the french toast. My friends happened to enjoy the french toast more than the pancakes though. Oscar style eggs benedict - 2/5 I was swayed by the jumbo lump crab but this dish was not it. The flavor and texture are not what you would expect for eggs benedict. I struggled to finish this dish even after giving away the other half to my friends to try. Maybe the crab cake appetizer would've been a better choice. If they offer regular eggs bennies in the future, that also might be a better idea. I think it also didn't help that the presentation was really lacking. I think the other dishes looked great, it was just this one that missed the mark. My friend also ordered this and did not enjoy it either. Crispy chicken and waffle - 3/5 The waffle has scallions in it and I'm not sure if I like that or not. It definitely made the waffle taste more savory, which I guess matches the chicken more. I'll just say that this is no Sweet Chicks. Biscuits & sausage gravy - 4/5 I think this was the best dish that the table ordered. Flavored well and nice texture. Side of fries - 5/5 nothing bad to say about then but they're not like the best fries on earth despite the rating Also, no cake cutting fee here! Nice read more

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Came on a Friday night with 5 friends for a birthday celebration in Bayridge, Brooklyn. Glad we made reservations because it was packed by 7pm, and the waitress followed through on the instructions to put a lit candle on the birthday girl's dessert. The sweetest part was the restaurant comping the sundae free for her! The Corner has an upscale Mediterranean feel to it, and the staff and patrons were all down to earth and laid back. Our waitress, Stephanie was outstanding from recommendations to service. The owner is also friendly and came out to greet us. As far as the food, their menu is seasonal. There was a mix of outstanding and good dishes: Outstanding: - Scallop on cornmeal appetizer special (perfectly cooked and fresh)! - Crab cake appetizer (Generous portion of crab since it was not breaded - the cracker was too hard though) -Broccolini was almost a tempura style - so good! - Banana split sundae - the crumbles they added to it really elevated this comfort dessert Good/Average: - Fried tomato with pineapple toppings (nice summer appetizer. Tomato was not mushy and there was a nice crunch) - Porkchops (nice flavor but some parts were dry) - Steak Frittes -Pistachio crusted chicken salad - Cookie dough soufflé- well made but too sweet for me - Affogato Our table also ordered a bottle of wine and cocktails (yes including their cute bird one but a bit difficult to drink). Overall, we had a great time. A nice place to go celebrate or have a nice date night. Instagram@Jubes111 read more

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Everything went well. We were seated immediately for our reservation. We were not thrilled with our table and they moved us immediately to another one which we were very happy with. Our server Anna was very polite and efficient. Also very engaging. Excellent service. Food was beautifully presented & the flavors were great as well. However, their music definitely needs to be improved. Other than that highly recommended and looking forward to coming back. read more

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The Corner is such a fun and delicious spot. I enjoyed it so much the first time that I came back for brunch. On my first visit I had a really great trout special along with delicious crab cakes, and for dessert the tres leches cake was to die for. The drink I ordered, the Cardinal Sin, came in the cutest glass and was just as good as it looked. I returned for brunch and had the crème brûlée French toast which was fantastic. The DJ on Friday night was also a highlight, playing the best music and creating such a great vibe. Overall, I really enjoyed myself and can't wait to come back again. read more

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4.5 I have been meaning to try this place. I run around the neighborhood with a group on Tuesday evenings and passed by The Corner several times recently. Felt excited when my girlfriend suggested to come for our night out. The atmosphere was intimate with a romantic feel. Our server Joe walked us through the menu and were able to accommodate mocktails for a couple of us. For starters, we shared Scallops (so soft and pillowy), onion soup (sweet), crab cake (mild), and samosas (savory). All were tasty. I had the porterhouse porkchop and I must say the apple was the highlight of the dish. The presentation was beautiful, the cooked apple was shaped as a rose. It was something about the sweetness that goes so well with everything on the plate. Oh, and did I mention the chop was moist? I had taste tests around the table: duck confit was savory and tender and the salmon was opaque and juicy. The vibes were nice, the food was good, and our conversations didn't seem to have an end. We decided to chat some more over desserts. We indulged in hot chocolate (sweet, thick, and warming), chocolate souffle (rich and gooey), affogato (luscious and creamy), and ricotta donuts (warm and fluffy). Joe was friendly with a great sense of humor. We shared quick conversations and laughed in between the busy service. Will definitely be back regularly and would love to see Joe around! read more

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There are so many restaurants in Bay Ridge, so why should you give The Corner a chance? I'll give you THREE reasons. #1. The Food & Vibes. The cardinals, the decor, the theming. *Chefs kiss* The Corner is a cohesive, cozy space with that extra little zhuzh that really puts it over. The dishes are tasty and there's a great variety of American, French, Southern comfort--it's just got that upscale feel while being worth every bite. Opulence! #2. The Staff. This is where I come unhinged. Pop a squat at the chef's table if you want to watch Justin chef it up. What's so incredible is how this guy can cook, ask how you like your meal, and absorb every incoming order all at once. Okay Benihana! Don't even get me started on Nicole. She sashayed up to our table and greeted us with such warmth that my party and I immediately knew we were in good hands. Why did she give multi-hyphenate triple threat? Nicole, you'll always be famous. And the owner, Tommy, has basically conquered 3rd Avenue with one incredible restaurant after another. He's collecting these spots like Thanos stones, and this dining experience is simply the crown jewel. Tommy, if your mission is to keep the people of Bay Ridge FED... you've outdone yourself. Bravo! #3. Kate. Hello? You know we saved the best for last. Did you know Kate IS the lifeblood of Bay Ridge dining? The cult of Kate is real, because this girl COMMANDS every space she's in. She's so attentive, so kind, so hard-working, so Lana. Kate reminds me of that time Fergie started doing one-handed cartwheels at 8am during a Today Show performance. She just goes above and beyond, doing the absolute most to ensure you're taken care of. I'm almost positive she could lead a revolution if she decided to. Let that sink in. So to all the fabulous staff, thank you for satiating my appetite and practically sending me into a food-induced psychosis. You'll be hearing from my lawyer (because he wants to book a resy too!). read more

The food matches the service and for sure the food is stellar. Their cocktails are also perfect. I got their version of a whiskey sour, the Black Kettle Sour, which was so good I had to stop myself from chugging it. Their French onion soup was stacked with melty cheese and onion. I ordered the beef bourguignon pot pie which was so tasty. I will say the onion soup filled me up quickly with all the cheese so I had to take my time with the beef. Dessert was the wonderfully light pear panna cotta with oat crumble. Others in my party had the pork, burger, steak frites, and rigatoni plus soufflé and doughnuts. No complaints anywhere. Is the price point higher than average neighboring places? Yes - but it's a thousand times worth it. This is a must go for sure! The service was incredibly attentive. Water was always filled, table was kept clean, and the nicest people everywhere. I look forward to my next meal here! read more

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Please excuse my horrible photos, the food was top notch. Service super attentive and ambience is better than Major food group we got the pear burrata 8/10 salty but good, French onion 10/10, pot pie 10/10, shoshito 10/10, French 10/10, kids hot dog was a hit with my 6 year old and my two year old ate crispy chicken . Just come here! read more

The food, the drinks, ambiance and service was great. But they added money to the tip we gave, which is a terrible thing to do (we gave 20% tip) I should give one star just for that honestly. It's really disappointing. read more

Glad there's finally a restaurant that may be in it for the long-run on this corner. As former Bay Ridge residents, we saw a few spots open and close here. Came in shortly after 1pm on Saturday as a walk-in after we couldn't find how to reserve online and were seated right after. The decor is nice and fresh without being over the top. We ordered: a Cuban sandwich which I wouldn't go for in a non-traditional spot, but it was certainly on point, a burger which was yum and the egg was cooked to perfection and crème brûlée French toast. All were honestly great. The only food item that was out of the norm and we wouldn't order again was the Bloody Mary - it's definitely not traditional and not up our alley. Other than this, looking forward to visiting again. The most important components are always: taste, service and cleanliness so we hope this stays consistent! read more

Best fish I've had in a while! Everything was fresh and Delicious Place is super cute but small so make reservations ahead of time, my dirty martini was phenomenal. Staff was super friendly and sweet. Place is classy and Chic read more

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Went there on a Wednesday evening for dinner, made a reservation for 6:30pm but our previous engagement ended early so we got to the restaurant early (around 5:45pm) and the hostess was nice to let us get seated right away. Bright and spacious seating, and the service was excellent. The cocktails were on point, the French Onion soup was DELICIOUS (and I would go back just for that!) the raw oysters were fresh but there was one that was extremely small and our waitress was able to get us another one for free. Entrees were good, and when we had an issue with one of the dish, the manager quickly took our feedback and fixed it for us. Portion is generous and we didn't even had room for desserts! Overall a nice experience, will come back next time and try the other items on menu. read more

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Dropped in for a spontaneous dinner at the bar and what a wonderful experience! A very ambitious restaurant for Bay Ridge and I hope more like this open up here. I had the Onion Soup, Steak Tartare, a Chocolate Souffle and a Gin 86 cocktail. All were delicious and Angel at the bar, was well, an angel! All of the staff that I interacted with from the front through were very friendly, enthusiastic and welcoming. Nice layout and lighting - very flattering. Great date spot, great spot for regulars as well. Will definitely be back. read more

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Amazing American Bistro food with a seasonal menu. We had the most delicious dinner there with desserts. It's a destination restaurant so special and delicious with excellent service. The food is comparable to the restaurants I've been to Paris, London, cruises. In fact better! read more

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Good upscale restaurant with tasty, well-presented food and good service. Highly recommend!

This place is all hype. Like so many restaurants in Bay Ridge if you're in the right crowd, you have to go to this place and say how great it is. You know a place by the way, they treat their staff and this place has a lot of turnover. read more

This chef is great. This comfort food was right on. We started off with the brisket sliders on the perfect biscuits. Then for dinner, we had the fried chicken, with a side of macaroni and cheese... WOW. I was not a fan of collard greens, UNTIL TODAY. They were awesome and added a freshness to the meal. Everything was so good. The place itself, is beautiful. Love the vibe. We will definitely be going back. read more

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I don't always change my mind but when I do, it's for a reason. Considering how I've watched the restaurant unravel in an upward direction, I had dinner there once more. You can tell how much they've grown in all aspects. First, I'd love to shout out our waitress, Stephanie. She was so fun and lively. She adds to the electricity of the establishment. The tuna was fresh and the sauce was full of flavor. The tartare was made just right. Now the burger... I'm a huge burger gal and let me tell you: this is easily one of the best burgers I've ever had. The texture and flavor from the smashburger was so unexpected-- I was left speechless. My boyfriend loved his steak from the specials. As for drinks, French 75 was delicious and the dirty martini was filthy to perfection. Dessert? I was blown away by the cheesecake. I'm not always into sweets but I licked the plate clean. Bravo!!!! Staff was attentive and the chef made sure to come around to each table and ask about their meal. My one and only comment would be that the French fries can use a little more pizzazz but all in all.... I'm craving their smashburger less than 12 hours after eating it. So you've gained my trust and heart. Thank you for having us! read more

Everything was great. The staff are super friendly and helpful with menu selections. The restaurant is very cute, clean and they had great music playing. Super comfortable neighborhood vibe. We didn't have room for dessert, but this nice older couple next to us highly recommended the ricotta balls! Definitely a go-to if you're in Bay Ridge! read more

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The Corner is the newest hot spot in Bay Ridge. This type of restaurant has been exactly what this neighborhood has needed for a long time. The atmosphere, staff, food & drinks are amazing. It feels like you're in NYC without having to sit in crazy traffic. The French onion soup is to die for!!! I've tried both the brunch and dinner and could not recommend it enough. It is quite evident once you taste this food that Chef Thomas and his team know what they're doing. Also, the desserts by pastry chef Amber are out of this world! We also appreciate the general manager & owners checking in with our table to make sure we had everything we needed. It's great to see a restaurant that is not only beautiful but also has good food, drinks & service to back it up. They did a great job & I am looking forward to many more meals here :) read more

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Steak and eggs were meh. A little more seasoning of maybe even a pinch of salt would have made it better. But the French toast dish was so YUM!! read more

Amazing food and service. Comfortable ambiance, especially at the bar area. It is more expensive than Brooklyn Roots, but it is a different type of restaurant. This place is comparable to Cebu, but better in every aspect. read more

The people who review this with less than 5 stars are cucks. The food is great. The service is great. The restaurant is Fantastic.

The food and service were perfect! Everything absolutely wonderful. Chef Amber- your desserts are put of this planet! read more

i'd give this place a 3.5 stars. Ambience and service is great. More places like this in bay ridge would be amazing but I did feel the entrees were not very well cooked. They felt super dry but not necessarily overcooked? Especially for the price I expected better. We got the ribeye, duck confit, halibut and lobster. Everything except the duck was dry and tough. The apps weren't bad but nothing that screamed out to me. My favorite was the scallops. Friends got cocktails and said they were good. I'm hoping they can up their entree game because if they do I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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The best restaurant around!! You can't go wrong with any of the dishes. I even brought my mom who only eats vegetarian and the one entree they had for her was probably the best dish we ordered. The service is great and the vibes are even better. read more

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Went to dinner here with friends and wow the food was great!! Everything from start to finish was delicious ! The service was great too! The decor and ambiance was nice too! Just a great place cant wait to go back! read more

Saturday evening ~We waited way too long for our food, service was not good when it became crowded. Entree needed to be reheated when it arrived, and coffee was cold. Nothing was hot enough. Too expensive for food that is just OK. The staff, chef and restaurant itself does not have the expertise to warrant their pricing. I would recommend lunch only. read more

Been to Brooklyn Roots many times so was excited to go to The Corner for the first time. Food was delicious. The scallop app was awesome. Tender scallops with a spicy pink sauce. My wife and I got the steak for 2 special. Rib eye on the bone. Might have been the best steak I had ever eaten. Charred on the outside. Tender on the inside. More than enough for 2 people. 2 choices of sides we got the grilled poblano peppers and asked for mashed potatoes as they weren't on the menu but they happily obliged. Sides were spectacular. Delicious donuts for desert and we left very happy. Service was excellent and we loved the open kitchen concept. Great place and the owner/chef Tommy knocked it out of the park. read more

Good experience having dinner with my friend. The place is a bit overpriced but the food is good in general. My glass of wine was dirty when I was served wine but was quickly replaced upon request. read more

Food, service and ambience were on point! The food was fantastic and the service was excellent. They had a DJ and the music was so good! Great vibe and energy! Highly recommend and will be back. read more

3rd time at the corner tonight and it remains impressive. Went easy on the food this evening as I was really just craving that French onion soup (best I have ever had). My date had the burger. We were both very happy with the meal. The true star of the night, however, was the affogato dessert. Two scoops of the best vanilla ice cream I have ever had in my life -- with an espresso pour that was hand delivered by the pastry chef. The vanilla bean flavor was out of this world. Definitely try it! read more

I had high expectations when I saw this place, maybe I shouldn't have. I saw the way it looked from the outside and figured they put some time an effort in to this place the food must be good, unfortunately I was unpleasantly surprised. There was no wait time a few people where sitting down ant different tables I saw most of them still have food on there plates, I thought nothing of it. The inside is very nice, almost Mediterranean style. The kitchen was to the back of us, which was nice because it looked like a full staff kitchen. When ever we go to a new place we usually order a burger with fries, it's simple and something that should show if they can make more complicated meals. The wait time wasn't so bad but when we received it, the meat was bland, the bun was stale fries were hard. To be honest it was terrible. I noticed all the people around us didn't finish eating their food either. The waitress was nice but being nice isn't going to make the food good. They need to do much much better. They have a prime location it's a nice looking place, they need to fill the drinks to the top, I got a cocktail and the cup was half empty they where just to many malfunctions going on. Only thing that was decent was a crab cake but for the price we paid to just enjoy a crab cake. It definitely wasn't worth it. To think this place was being thought of to hold a Christmas party. After that I doubt we would ever enter again. I hope they do better in the future. read more

Excellent food and customer service! Such a beautiful and comfortable atmosphere too. Bay ridge needed this!