My husband and I really enjoyed our dinner here! We did walk-in around 6:30pm on a Wednesday and had no trouble getting a table. The ambiance is romantic and warm, which is great for catching up with friends or a date night. Apps: Bread and fennel butter - bread was fresh and crusty and butter was soft and spreadable without a strong fennel flavor (I would have preferred more). Black bass crudo - very fresh with the lemon and evoo. Nice tart flavors. Tuna carpaccio - our favorite appetizer! The smoky chili oil was a nice unique flavor and the sesame seaweed cracker was crispy and thick enough to be sturdy. Cesar salad - a decently large portion! We loved how it was showered in pecorino and we added the fancy anchovies (came with 4). Entrees: CAPPELLETTI - a nice delicate balance of flavors with the crab filling and orange-saffron beurre blanc. Steak frites au poivre - an absolute must order! The steak was cooked perfectly and was nice and tender. The sauce was also delicious without the peppercorn being overpowering. Dessert: Sticky toffee date cake - sooo soft and delicious! The toffee wasn't too sweet and almost tasted like a dark caramel. read more

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1000% worth the hype. Every single bite we had was better than the last. This restaurant is walk in only but our table was ready earlier than the wait time they told us. The vibes of the restaurant are elevated and the staff was great! For food, we started with the tuna carpaccio and the bread. The tuna was delicious and bursting with flavor. The bread was very large and perfectly warm on the inside. We also had the Cesar salad which was huge (probably a whole head of lettuce)! It was covered in Parmesan which I really enjoyed. For our mains, we shared the famous burger, steak frites, agnolotti. All were highly recommended and exceeded my expectations. We were stuffed but had to try the sticky toffee dessert. I wasn't expecting to like this but was quickly proved wrong. This was probably the best dessert I've had in a long time! You cannot leave without trying this! Overall, I definitely recommend this restaurant!! One of my favorite bites this year!! read more

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This is my all time favorite restaurant in NYC. The burger, steak frites, delicate pastas, and sticky toffee pudding are all insanely delicious. I wish they took reservations because getting a table is a gamble on the weekends. I'd recommend going for brunch if you have a hard time getting a dinner table! read more

The Snail - Watermelon Tomato Feta Mint Salad - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The masterminds behind Au Cheval and 4 Charles welcomes another addition to the family. They don't take reservations but my friend and I were one of the firsts to get seated because we arrived 20 min before opening. It filled up quickly and the place was packed. Everything was very tasty and good portions! I recommend: - Burger - Fries - Escargot (they use Nick & Sons baguette which is heavenly) Their agnolotti was a bit too buttery for my tastes that it overrided the squash flavor. And the toffee cake was good but super sweet. read more

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Tried and failed to get in here once before, but this time we arrived right when they opened at 5 PM on a Friday and there was no wait. Sat outside and ordered: + Dirty gin martini + Mezcal martini + Chips and ham + Caesar salad + Sweet corn agnolotti + double cheeseburger + Sticky toffee date cake with malt ice cream The burger and dessert were my favorites, followed by the pasta and chips and ham. The caesar was good but a little too salty. Drinks were decent, not amazing. Will be back for the burger and desserts! 4.5 stars. read more

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Stopped in for brunch and was pleasantly surprised at how good everything was! The cinnamon snail was outrageous- definitely big enough to share. I got the steak frites and eggs. The steak was really good quality and perfectly medium rare. My boyfriend ordered the ricotta scramble, which was creamy and came with prosciutto and toast. We also got a Passionfruit Bellini and that was dangerously good. We sat in the outside area and it was really nice. Our server was great, no complaints. read more

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i've already written a review for the snail and since then, my bf and i have been back numerous times for many a meals across the day! just wanted to drop a quick cute lil review to shoutout their brunch which is also amazing! steak and eggs: 5/5 same amazing cut as on their dinner menu, cooked to perfection but served with a side of chimichurri instead of the peppercorn sauce i dream about bathing in omelette: 4/5 nothing too special but cooked (almost steamed) to absolute perfection crab benedict: 4/5 no notes, fresh, perfect, exactly as you'd expect! burger: 5/5 the same deliciosoooo burger you get at dinner but earlier in the day which you can add an egg on blueberry muffin: 5000000/5 HOLYSHIT this is the BEST BLOOB MUFF IVE EVER HAD!!! please get this and think of me as you spread the best whipped butter across the crusty muffin too coated in raw sugar or as you bite into the perfectly pillowy fluffy ass center it's SOOO good! bacon: 5/5 THICCC cut and she nasty with it in the best way possible - i love a thicc cut bacy and she fits the bill XL not brunch but a special call out for a pork chop special they had on the menu one time which was the best pork chop i've ever had in my entire life. i pray one day i cross mouths with it again, amen. also never ever ever skimp on the desserts!! they put as much thought into it as they do their mains. faves are sundae sundae sundae and the chocomisu my 2026 new year resolution is to come enough that they start recognizing us lol read more

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TLDR: we FINALLY got a walk in on a Wednesday at 5:45pm. I heard another two party say the same thing. The food is between a 3.5/4 depending on what you order but all you NEED to try here is the double cheeseburger and fries. SETTING: we live 10 mins walking distance away and have called at least 5x since opening to ask about the walk in situation (once even trying to stop by). Every single time the answer was either "the waitlist has closed for the day" (even when calling at 5:15), or "there is a two hour + wait but no guarantee we can get you in regardless". The hype around this place was REAL. Finally got a walk in at the bar (though they also had tables) on a summer Wednesday. The restaurant itself is pretty nondescript- modern, pretty tightly packed tables, filled with people and busy. Good for any kind of meal. FOOD: we ordered the oysters ($48 for 12), the burrata with peach vinaigrette, the black bass crudo, the double cheeseburger and agnolotti with summer corn, and a side of fries. None was memorable other than the peach vinaigrette which was super fresh, packed with flavor and a great compliment to the tomatoes and burrata and the cheeseburger/fries. Everything else you can live without/nothing to really write home about. We were in and out in under 90 minutes. It was only when uploading pics for this review that I even remembered we also had the tuna cracker which was forgettable. We might have just ordered the wrong things as I saw the ceasar which looked great and the chips and ham. SERVICE: the service was great but a bit disjointed. As other reviews mention, they run the food whenever it's ready meaning we got the black bass crudo and burrata before the oysters, then the fries before the burger. The staff is very nice and attentive always refilling water and clearing your space. VERDICT: I really can't believe people used to wait in line for hours just to get into this restaurant. It is definitely a solid addition to the neighborhood, with fresh seafood options but they're not exactly blowing you away with creativity or flavor. Though it was a good meal, for $250 (not including tip), I likely won't need to be back.... Other than when I'm craving a burger that isn't from 7th Street. read more

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Chic spot with great cocktails, wine, and a standout burger Visited The Snail in Williamsburg with a friend, which is not far from the the Nassau Ave G stop and near the northwest side of McCarren Park. They don't take reservations, so we arrived a little before 6pm and had about a 15-minute wait. While waiting, we ordered cocktails--the Carajillo Martini (small but delicious) and one of the fruitier Vodka options. The space has a modern, stylish vibe with a comfortable, slightly upscale feel. It wasn't overly loud, though the tables are fairly close together. We ended up getting seated at the bar, which is quite large with high, comfortable chairs--honestly a great spot to dine. We started with the escargot (excellent) and both had the burger and fries. I also had one of the chilled red wines with dinner--there's a nicely curated wine list, and the bartender was helpful in making a great selection. The burger was outstanding--juicy, flavorful, and very filling. The table next to us ordered the Caesar salad and a dessert, both of which looked great, so I'd love to go back and try more of the menu. Not the cheapest dinner, but definitely worth it for a well-executed meal and a cozy, stylish atmosphere. Service was friendly and attentive throughout. read more

The Snail - Carajillo Martini and cocktail - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Fabulous food and exquisite cocktails living up to all the recent social media buzz. I highly recommend the burger and any pasta. Overall a great dining experience made possible by their entire staff. A must visit if you're in the area. We got super lucky Saturday afternoon at 4:30pm walked right in zero wait compared to just a week prior having been informed at least 2hr wait. read more

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Walked in on a Sunday evening around 9:30pm and was able to get a table in a few minutes! It was a nice outdoor set up with the windows within the restaurant opened as well. Steak frites, morels pasta were delicious and we had a strawberry and creme dessert. They have an expansive wine menu as well. Although a bit pricier on the $90/pp side (2 drinks per person), we enjoyed our Sunday summer evening dinner at The Snail. read more

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LISTEENNNN FOLKS. Hate to do it, not feeling this one. Not BAD, but NOT LONG WAIT WORTHY. The staff is awesome, literally so friendly. Great atmosphere, could definitely knock back a few martinis or unreal Root Beers (yeah I said root beers). But the food, quality, fine, but left me wanting more. Maybe I'll go back, unlikely. But you should give it a shot. read more

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I have been so excited to try the snail, and finally had the opportunity to. For a party of 2, the wait at 5pm (after we waited about 20min to put our name down) was about 2 hours. Not the end of the world, there are some good spots nearby to grab a drink while you wait! Highlights: 1. The burger was just as good as the hype - soooo juicy and flavorful 2. Fries and aioli - while they didn't come with the burger, the fries were perfectly crisp and aioli delicious 3. Ham and chips - such a simple dish but really fun idea Lowlights: 1. Lamb tartare - bit of a miss for me, I expected a bit more flavor and it was heavy on the olive 2. Escargot - for the namesake, I was expecting better, the bread was pretty hard too 3. Octopus Gilda - was expecting a bit more Octopus given the price of the add on 4. Service felt super rushed - the escargot, ham chips, and lamb tartare all came out at the same time, which was difficult to manage while eating at the bar While I was glad I came, I don't think I'd wait as long to dine here again. That said, the burger and fries were really good, so maybe if there is a minimal wait? read more

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Made plans to come here on a Friday evening with one other person. They don't take reservations so you have to go early to put your name on the waitlist. My friend went around 4:30 and unfortunately I did not get there in time as they require everyone to be present when you are seated. So we had to wait an hour and 45 min. There are some bars in the area where its easy to grab a predinner cocktail so its really not the worst thing! Overall, thought this spot was solid! Our waiter (kenan i think) was AMAZING. Great energy and some of the best service i have had in a minute. we had an appetizer prior to getting seated elsewhere so we did one app, two mains and dessert. It was the perfect amount of food. the food is typical french american bistro fare but with a slight twist and i was pretty impressed with it all. the escargot was great and comes with nick and sons bread, the crab pasta was super light and fresh, and the burger was also solid. The sticky toffee date cake was very good as well. Warm and crispy edges on the cake paired with the hot toffee sauce and cold ice cream was perfection. Believe it was around $70 per person with drinks which is typical for the area imo. The menu isnt too big but I definitely want to come back to try other items! big windows here perfect for the upcoming sunny days!!!! read more

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You know the drill. Show up early, wait in line and be prepared to eat dinner at 5pm. We got here at 4pm on a Saturday and were the third ones here. The previous Saturday we got here at 5:30 and the wait was 3.5 hours. They mostly have two tops, a few four tops and plenty of seats at the bar. Your best bet is to come as a party of two and definitely do not try to come here as large group. As far as the food goes, everything was incredible. We ordered the burger, fries, yams with chili oil, black bass crudo, lamb tartare, and agnolotti. We washed this all down with martinis and added the octopus gilda for good measure. You should definitely come here, it's worth the wait. And come hungry, you'll want to order everything. read more

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The hype is for the burger and sticky toffee pudding and they both deliver. We also had the specials which were all great. The bar is the best place to sit because it has a great view of everything and the bartenders have a ton of personality. Overall it's worth going but since they don't take reservations, go early to get a seat. read more

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Chips and ham was delightful. Would pay more if they had more ham per bite. Caesar salad was the best one I've ever had. Likely has to do with the parmesan coverage. The double cheeseburger was juicy and well balanced. Refreshing compared to the wave of smashburgers that are great but somewhat one dimensional. Fries do not come with the burger. The best thing I can say about them are that they came out at the perfect temperature. The garlic aioli was excellent. The flat iron chicken was delicious, tender, and well-brined. Just don't think I'd get it again at the $39 price point. The koginut squash with ricotta and chili crisp was fun. Not what I was expecting, but glad I took a shot. Would come back for the chips, caesar salad, burger, squash, and the sticky toffee date cake. Would pass on the fries and chicken. read more

The restaurant is walk-in only, so I'd recommend arriving around 4:15-4:30 to wait in line. My party arrived at 4, and we were first in line. They only have 2 tables for large parties, so if you have more than 4 people in your group, definitely try to be at the front of the line. In terms of food, the meal was decent but definitely did not meet my expectations. The oysters were mediocre and not cleaned well. Our appetizers were probably the best part of our meal. We got the brussel sprouts and squash. The brussel sprouts were very flavorful. I personally wasn't a huge fan of the chili oil in the squash, but some people in my party loved it. The burger was average. Though I didn't try the streak frites or crab pasta, the members of my party that did order then did not seem too satisfied (portion sizes were also small). The date toffee cake was fine, but some people thought it was too sweet. The chocosu was OK as well but a really dry for a tiramisu. Overall, while the experience wasn't bad, much was left to be desired. I'm unsure if I would return especially for the wait and prices. read more

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Dropped into the snail as a party of four on Saturday evening. We lined up at 4 PM and were the first in line - I'd say the sweet spot is arriving around 4:15 PM. While the service was great, the food was disappointing and I do regret taking the time to wait. Oysters - Unfortunately nothing special. These were pretty mediocre and not cleaned well. Recommend skipping. Squash - Not for me at all. Others at the table liked this. Brussels Sprouts - One of the best things at the table. We all liked this. Steak Frites - Fries were great! The steak was nothing special. Crab Pasta - decent bites, though a small portion Burger - a mediocre burger. Dessert: Date Cake - super sweet, but in a good way. I enjoyed this, though party members with less of a sweet tooth did not. Chocosu - Felt a bit dry. Not super flavorful read more

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Place was dope! Amazing ambiance with an old-school playlist that set the perfect vibe. Service was great too. We started with the Bread & Butter (einkorn sourdough with fennel butter) and the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, both were excellent, 10/10. For mains, we had the burgers and steak frites. Burgers were a solid 10/10, and even though I'm usually not a burger fan, I tried a bite and would actually order it next time!!!! that says a lot! Fries were also a perfect 10/10. The steak frites were good but not my favorite, about a 7/10. Dessert was next-level! the toffee pudding was out of this world (10/10), and my son said the sundae was amazing. Overall, this place was fantastic ! great vibe, great food, and definitely worth coming back to! read more

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A sprawling European style bar at the perimeter of McCarren Park. We arrived on a Sunday around 4:30 pm during their snack service. Menu consisting of appetizers and drinks until dinner started at 5 pm. I started with a ginger based cocktail. Absolutely refreshing on a hot summer day. Once 5 pm, rolled around we placed our dinner order plus another around of drinks. This time I opted for the dirty vodka martini. This one might have competed Ms from a dirty gin fan to a dirty vodka one. For dinner, we shared the agnolotti and the scarpinocci. The former was a ravioli style pasta that showcased citrus and herby flavor while the lattes was a ravioli style pasta that was mushroom forward. Both were delicious. For dessert, we shared the sticky date toffee cake. It was served with a scoop of ice cream and plenty of toffee / caramel sauce. Superb! Service was attentive and informative. There were two single occupancy restrooms. The one I used was spacious, handicap accessible, and had a baby changing table. read more

Oooohhh, The Snail. Good, good, good. The Snail is walk-in only, I'm a huge fan already. No chance for the bots & scammers to get their hands on a reservation. If you really want to try this place, you've got to put in the effort - I wish more restaurants subscribed to this way of getting in. While we're on the topic, I was in line for a table for two, at around 4:30pm on a Friday - at that point, there were at least 20 people ahead of me. Once 5pm hit, there were at least 50 people waiting in line. When we finally got inside, they had just seated their last table, however, there was bar seating available. We opted to wait for a table at that point. We chose to have a drink & wait inside the restaurant. Their waiting area is a little odd - literally a handful of random chairs against the window, sort of musical chairs-esq. I suppose in the warmer months, they'll utilize the large patio out front. Now to the food - we opted for the prosciutto on top of the homemade chips - it was a bit of a different take & very tasty. We also ordered a caesar salad, a burger and steak frites - all delicious! For drinks, Negroni's, Martini's & red wine filled the open spaces on the table. Based on what rest of the restaurant was ordering, you can't go wrong with the dish you choose. Oh, and true to their name, The Snail lets you actually take your time to eat, savor & thoroughly enjoy your meaning. read more

The Snail - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The Snail is perfect for a special night out. Dim lights and candles give the place a warm ambiance - the funky disco soundtrack sets a fun vibe. Their food is even better: the Steak Frites over peppercorn gravy is juicy and cooked to perfection. The Beet Salad is topped with flawless green pieces of fresh avocado and deliciously citrusy. For non-alcohol drinkers, a Winter Vacation mocktail with coconut somehow tastes exactly like key lime pie! We ordered multiple rounds despite the snowfall outside. The Snail's menu also offers seafood, chicken, and pasta options, so this place is great for a variety of special occasions and also dinner palettes. read more

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The Snail doesn't take reservations, so be prepared to wait for dinner. Our friends got here around 4:30pm and were able to get into the first seating (thanks guys!!) but FYI they don't seat incomplete parties The restaurant is pretty small and I don't think they have very many big tables, so you'd probably be better off as a party of 2 or 4 for less of a wait. But most of their plates are shareable, so come with 4 to try more dishes! - Chips & ham: this wasn't on our radar until we saw a table next to us order it. It's a mound of chips with ham (similar to prosciutto slices) on top and in between. It's so simple, but pretty tasty. Not sure if I would order again, but it was good to try and was a fancy photo op - black bass crudo: thinly slices black bass with a lemony olive oil sauce - escargot: super buttery and yummy; dip the bread in the sauce! - Caesar salad: huge portion, can add anchovies for an extra $5 which.. idk if it was worth it lol - Agnolotti: loved the sungold tomatoes and the sweet corn filling was nice and light! love this pillowy pasta style too - Double cheeseburger: this is what we came for! It comes with two thinner patties and a cucumber/pickle slaw & onions which added a nice crisp to cut the grease . It wasn't super juicy, but definitely a solid burger! Don't love that you have to order fries on the side.. we got a ton of end pieces which isn't worth it if you have to pay extra for them. It was also a lot of fried potatoes with the chips & ham starter Cute restaurant and delicious food, but we also didn't have to wait hours like others have said.. I'd come back to try other dishes, but not sure how long I would wait read more

Here's a polished review you can use: I recently dined at The Snail and had a really great experience overall. The steak and eggs were absolutely fantastic--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Caesar salad was also a standout, fresh and well-balanced with just the right amount of dressing. The atmosphere and service made it a spot I'll definitely be coming back to. If I had one critique, it would be that the French fries came out a bit cold, almost like they weren't freshly made. Also, I'd love to see escargot available to order at all hours of the day--it feels like a must-have staple for a place like this. Overall, a great meal and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

The Snail - Steak and eggs - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Went back cause I couldn't help myself. The place is understated cool. Started with some oysters. Which were very fresh and I liked their acroutremonts, the home made mignonette and cocktail sauce was actually really good. It had a touch of a salads cheese on top. - nice touch. This was accompanied by a Fluke ceviche presented in a large scallop shell. I wanted more. Real tiny portion. But oh so good. I ended up with the SpatchCock chicken - divine. I took leftovers cause it was a big portion but really good. My friend had the burger and it looked like a hit since half the bar was eating burgers. It looked good I guess. I don't eat beef. I will definitely go back. Who doesn't want to dine with the cool kids especially in Billyburg read more

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If you can get a table after a long wait, the food is fantastic. The service is spotty as they have many tables and lots of demand. I loved the burger, the snails and the Caesar salad. Casual ambiance. Next time I would love to try their dessert. The food is very very good but the wait is pretty crazy usually. read more

Overall food, service and cocktails were all great! The Snail is probably most known for their burger as it's suppose to be very similar to the famous 4 Charles and Au Cheval burger and although I haven't been to neither I 100 percent loved the burger. It was juicy and all the delicious flavors melted in your mouth. Prior to this outing I had already been here for a lunch date and once again food was great, BUT I just didn't see the hype for the hours wait to get in. Thankfully both times we were seated right away which was great but I had gone when it was a wait list for a table. This time around we sat by the bar and ordered the burger and steak frites. Both order were cooked Medium and I highly suggest it. Everything was delicious and juicy, making the meat very tender at bite. As per cocktails my fav was the Sotol cilantro it was refreshing and a bit earthy but still very delicious. For dessert I highly suggest the sticky toffee cake-wow!!! A fav!! It was hot and then balanced out with the ice cream. It was perfect. Ambiance is moody with candlelit dining and great music. read more

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my friend and i came here on a busy friday night and waited an hour to get seated. we started at a bar top with a martini (which my friend really loved) and ordered the lamb tartare which was 10/10- the acidity and flavors were a perfect pairing to the sauce on the side and with the seeded crackers. We then got the flat iron chicken and crab cappelletti. The chicken was basked in this garlic jus with lemon and chives and it tasted just like it sounds with a crispy finish- large portion and very good. The cappelletti had a light orange fragrance and the pasta is similar to a gnocchi - pillow texture with stuffing in the middle - this was good but not my most favorite. THE STAR : spanish mini sundae - this is a must order. Perfect taste of the ice cream, nuts, olive oil and fudge. There are a few items on the menu i'll have to come back for as well as come back to try all the other desserts because there were so many options! also, the ambiance is a very cool laid back aesthetic and the service was quick but not rushed. Our server was sweet, efficient and helpful. Will absolutely be back!! read more

The Snail - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I'm down for spending a bit more for good food on a special occasion but left seriously disappointed and confused at all the hype surrounding this place. Started waiting at 4pm and we were the first in line. We got the oysters, the crab pasta, the double cheeseburger, squash, the brussel sprouts, and the steak fries. I really only enjoyed the Brussel Sprouts -- I felt like I was let down at every other dish. The oysters were not very clean, we could feel small bits and pieces left in each oyster. Not to mention the price -- you can definitely find cheaper (and better oysters) elsewhere. Burger was just average -- nothing special. Pasta had weird citrusy after flavor I didn't appreciate, it felt to buttery and heavy. The steak frites were well cooked but the sauce was a bit overpowering and overly salty. The fries were good but again, overly salty. Did not enjoy squash's texture. We also got their signature toffee cake and chocosu for dessert. Toffee cake I couldn't eat more than one bite because it was SO SICKLY sweet. Chocosu was decent but the cake was overly dry. TL;DR: seriously not worth the hype, or the price. Service was decent though read more

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Really enjoyed this one. Food - 4.5/5. Very solid. Had escargot that was one of the better ones I have tried, croquettes which were just ok (bland), fluke ceviche which was incredible although small. For mains we had crab pasta which was very good (really nice bite to the pasta and tasty sauce) and finally the steak. Both my husband and I agreed that steak au poivre was incredible. Perfectly cooked, tender, tasty sauce, and really tasty fries and accompanying garlic mayo. Drinks were great as well. Service was friendly although not that amazing. Drinks came out fairly slow and we never received the last glass of wine ordered. But other than that it was great. Will definitely come back. read more

I am surprised to see some of the negative reviews here, especially because I thought the burger was exquisite (sans the fact that it wasn't accompanied with fries). Some thing to note--best to come early before they open to be one of the first groups getting seated. The staff are absolutely accommodating and friendly (I requested earlier to move due to being overstimulated by a neighboring boisterous party). What we ordered: - Chips & Jambon: chips off the bat tasted stale in some places and were inconsistent. The portions of this appetizer was excellent--I had no qualms about the chip to meat ratio. Staff member gave us a tip to break the peppers on top of the chip mountain to soak everything in the pickled pepper juice, which was a spectacular way to elevate it! Everything meshed together in a lovely manner and each bite of the medley proved to be addicting. - Burger: superbly juicy with creamy sauce added between the layers that took it up a notch. not overly heavy nor greasy. the flavors melted together exquisitely, albeit a bit rich. i was bewildered by the fact that fries are extra, as that's traditional. - Fries had a good crunch but were overly salty. every single bite was way too much salt. - Mushroom pasta: delicious little morsels of pasta with some sort of creamed cheese stuffed inside, sprinkled with bits of mushroom in a umami packed, thin, and buttery sauce. this pasta was unique--both in aesthetics and taste. I found myself getting excited readying myself to enjoy each bite (I recommend to cut each in half). my only suggestion is to add some acidity notes there to cut the fat--it felt a little too heavy to fully dig in. - N/A cocktail was superb. coconut heavy as I would like it, done up nicely too. however, outside of the enormous amount of pebble ice I didn't feel as though there was actually much drink there. - Pulpo added to the regular martini was an interesting and fun touch to add a little more pizzazz to your traditional martini. it was deliciously cooked, not sure how I feel about the $5 upcharge but it's not like they can hand out those babies for free! I would rather they do a little pulpo appetizer. Service was excellent--everyone was on top of their game and very observant of everyone's needs. We took one of their cutie snail wine glasses home because the motif is just too cute to leave behind. at $14, it's not exactly cheap but isn't breaking the bank either! I would not recommend visiting if there's a wait--there's so many restaurants nearby that won't have you standing out in the cold waiting (although there is a small seating area inside to wait); the food can be disappointing if you're hyping it up or romanticizing it to high level. if you're able to walk-in without much of a wait, it's definitely worth a shot. read more

This has become our go to spot in the neighborhood. We love the staff, the vibes and the drinks and food. The food is consistently delicious and they have creative specials. We are happy to have a place in the neighborhood that we can trust to invite our friends to. read more

The Snail - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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It's not as crazy as it was, at least when we went, so if you get there early during the week, you'll get a table, especially if you're a party of two. Plenty of seats at the bar too. I'm not entirely sure *why* this place became a Lilia-level thing where people line up outside (probably because they don't take reservations?) but it's a very enjoyable venture in a very unique and lounge-y space on the eastern side of Manhattan Ave., which is a bit of a mini-wasteland in terms of restaurants. The space is subterranean and reminded me of something out of Valley of the Dolls (in a good way and not sure why) plays cool music like vintage French pop on what looks like a reel-to-reel tape player? Either cute or pretentious, your call. I have to give props to the welcoming, friendly vibe of the staff who really know the menu well and know how to create a fun and festive tone. I *really appreciated* that - service was superb, well-trained, leaning on the casual decadence. I agree the atmosphere is laidback, very chill, very cool, was it trying to be like someone's suburban basement in 1963 with a lot of outdoor seating, or was that my imagination? The cocktails are A+. They know how to make a martini - crystal clear, ice cold. Double cheeseburger, absolutely impressive, and fries were good too - but it's nothing you haven't had before, no wheels are being re-invented. They do have escargots (solid) and again, playing on the casual decadence, a pile of jambon with potato chips (ok, I wouldn't order this with the burger/fries), very yummy desserts, and maybe 15 other things I wanted to try on the menu. They have a completely different menu for brunch apparently, that includes an enormous muffin? I wouldn't wait on line too long for The Snail, but you'll come away happy. It bears a resemblance to the nearby Bernie's in terms of food and popularity and reminded me of Sauvage, in terms of its atmosphere, if Sauvage had been good (it's now the dimly-lit Ray's Bar). Check it out, have fun! Skip lunch, get there by 5 and be ready to eat with a complete party. read more

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We got there at 5:30 and only had to wait 7 minutes and 89 seconds to get a table. That's faster than a snail!! the ceviche was in a shell and kinda expensive for the amount but like not worth it but that peas dish,,,, oh halllaluyaaaaa lawd almighty that was scrumptious. I mean the photo looks wack but the sauce I dream of youuuuuu Our server had a bit of an attitude, but I get it lol long day hun, long day read more

The Snail - Food - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I went once for the burger and brunch, but this time, i went back for dinner. My goodness. The staff, phenomenal (although we were pretty giddy from the start). When we ordered our second round of Razor clams, the chef brought them out on a platter to show his gratitude. I cannot recommend the taste and vibe here more. read more

The Snail - Branzino, dry age steak. - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The scent from The Snail has enticed me to endure the lines since its opening around the corner from me a few months prior. I can confidently say this is some of the best food I've had in NYC. After putting our name on the waitlist, and waiting 90 minutes to get seated (you can walk around but must be back; they will not call you) we ordered abundantly. Not pictured are the chips and ham and the escargot. Everything was cooked to perfection. I wish we did not feel rushed in this experience. Before we could finish one dish, the next had arrived. Our check arrived after our first bite of dessert. For the wait and the prices, it would be nice to feel more relaxed. read more

The Snail - BAY SCALLOP CEVICHE - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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During the "snack menu" period the wait staff could truly not care if you live or die or would like to place an order. However, when you do finally get food, everything is pretty good. Don't believe the hype about this being one of the best burgers in New York. It assuredly is not even in the realm of that conversation. read more

SUCH A VIBE! We heard about this place from a friend and had to check it out. The bartender was amazing & hilarious. He made our whole night. The food was delicious and so fresh. The vibes were immaculate. 10/10 recommend. read more

The Snail - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Very cute inside with a spacious bar. I came for the vibes... delicious drinks. Service was rude and lost friendliness once they learned we weren't eating. Sigh! read more