Their ricotta sourdough toast is something I dream about having each month. Because this restaurant is too cool for school, you should make a reservation in advance or you can risk being denied or waiting two hours for a table. Sometimes you get lucky. Everything you order here is heavenly made with so much flavor. You won't be disappointed if you order the octopus or the cod. The service is very attentive and the space is cute and romantic. This is the perfect place to impress a date or celebrate a milestone occasion. read more

Side note: Ingredients such as in the Wood-Fired Greens can change a bit so you might not have the exact menu we had. I was at this very popular Mediterranean restaurant a couple days ago with one of my groups where we shared a bunch of dishes. The service was friendly though he recommended us order more dishes than what was needed. To drink, I had a Zaboglia Txakolina for $16 which is a Basque sparkling white wine which went with the meal though that's a bit pricey for a glass. Another person had a beer, and another person had two cocktails; the Mezamaica (a mezcal milk punch) and the La Cigua (a spicy margarita) where they liked the first one and found the second one a bit too spicy. The first appetizer that arrived was the Sourdough for $14 with whipped ricotta, brown butter, honey, and sage which was excellent. This reminded me of a much better version of a similar dish at Misi with much better quality bread and I also found the mix added to the ricotta better with the sweetness and saltiness being better balanced. There was also the tasty Pita for $12 with hummus, tahini, and shifka where we also got an extra pita for $6. The hummus was nice and thick which is my preference with a little bit of nuttiness from the sesame paste while there was a good bit of heat from said pepper. We also got the Wood-Fired Greens for $18 with bok choy, Tokyo turnip, badger flame beets, anchovy, and smoked balsamic. While I could not detect the anchovy (nor could I see it,) this was a well composed dish. I can't say I've ever had grilled grapes before but the texture was unique and tasty with my favorite veggies being the turnips and beets in terms of texture and flavor. The balsamic added a slight sweetness and smokiness and paired nicely. The Steelhead Trout for $25 with tzatziki, wood-fired kale, citrus, and radish was also tasty. The fish was cooked very nicely with the skin in particular being really tasty due to the crunch while the trout had a slight smokiness to it but not too much. The tzatziki and citrus added some good sourness. This was overall tasty and if I was here alone, I would likely get this and the sourdough or maybe try the kubaneh and leave happy. My favorite of the large format plates by a little bit was the Whole Butterflied Trout for $45 with pil pil, harissa, and chermoula. The trout was as per all meats very well seasoned and cooked perfectly with my preferred side being the chermoula as the bit of sourness paired nicer with the fish though I still appreciated the more spicy harissa side as the bit of smokiness from that sauce added to the already well cooked fish. There was also the Half Chicken for $39 with green onion salsa, pearl onions, and rainbow carrots. While I would normally scoff at the price point, the half chicken was quite large and some of the most tender chicken I've ever had. I presume it was brined due to the tenderness and it was well flavored. This paired nicely with the sauce which had a bit of orange zest which was a good combo though I think there could have been a bit more of the vegetables. The last was the Lamb for $46 with Laffa, tahini, amba, and shifka. This was easily the most filling of the bunch and the only one I think that I would need to split with someone else in order to finish as it had four pieces of said bread topped with a generous portion of lamb. The lamb was very tender though I do wish there was some more crispy pieces for texture such as at Dagon or otherwise. The sauces on the side paired nicely and helped reduce the richness of the lamb with my preference being the slightly spicy amba as expected. For dessert which were all $14 (outside of the $16 donuts,) we shared the four top ones on the menu. My preference as well as the group was the Camembert Cheesecake with whey caramel. This was similar to a Basque cheesecake due to the darker exterior and texture but said cheese added a wonderful funkiness which helped with the richness. The bit of salt in the caramel was also a nice touch. The rest of the people enjoyed the donuts (with cranberry pomegranate jam & creme fraiche anglaise) which I didn't have due to a slight allergy to pomegranate seeds. The remaining two desserts were just okay and the weakest part of the menu. The Chocolate Cake with mascarpone whipped cream was alright with the cake itself being a bit too dense and I wouldn't be surprised if it was flourless while the cream didn't taste of much. The Baklava Sundae with tahini ice cream, almond & walnut baklava, and the same whey caramel was OK. It was a bit too deconstructed for my liking being more ice cream than anything else (which was also only faintly sesame flavored) and the baklava was more strips of shredded filo. I think a stronger ice cream (perhaps black sesame) would work better.) Outside of two of the desserts, the only complaint I can make for the place is the price point as I found the flavors to be excellent overall. Out of room. Mid 4. read more

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Seeded laffah - the bread was fluffy with nutty notes from the seeds. I didn't love the eggplant dip though, which was too sweet for my taste. Cabbage - some toasty notes, but I overall found it to be a bit too greasy and on the sweet side. You really have to eat seafood to enjoy your time here. There's a pretty limited selection of vegetarian dishes - though other seasons usually have more from looking at older menus. The portions are very small, and the bill came to nearly $50. I was pretty disappointed, but I'll acknowledge that this restaurant wasn't really designed for me. read more

Guys wake up... Andrew went to dinner at Theodora. From the excellent suggestions to the heavy pours and the fresh ingredients, Theodora gave me a full belly even with the light, airy meals. Just look at the photos and tell me you can't smell the flavor coming off these plates. I even tried my first Amaro. There are still some more items on the menu I need to try. Thanks Katie! read more

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Theodora has been on my hit list ever since I moved to NYC 3 years ago. Finally got to try it last month, and it definitely did not disappoint! We got in line a little before 4:30pm on a Sunday, and there was only 1 party ahead of us. The rest of the line didn't really start forming until 4:45pm. Thankfully, they have lots of seating reserved for walk-ins. We were a party of 2 and seated right at the bar. Loved the vibe of the restaurant. Staff was super friendly. First things first, drinks -- I got the Xitomatl and it is hands down THE BEST MARTINI I've ever had in my entire life. It is made with gin, tomato water, coriander, basil - perfect combination. The drinks were strong too. I had 2 of these bad boys and was having a grand time. Next, please do yourself a favor and order the sourdough with whipped ricotta, brown butter, honey, and sage. I don't want to sound repetitive but THE BEST TOAST I've ever had etc. etc. No but really please just trust me! We also ordered the Za'atar Kubaneh -- the sauces were good but I would skip this one next time and just get the sourdough. The red snapper ceviche with lime vinaigrette was super refreshing. Lastly, we got the Lamb Laffa. It was good but not as good as the starters. I would love to come back and try the other main courses next time! Overall, 5 stars!! The martini, sourdough & vibes are just that amazing! read more

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Came to Theodora for a birthday dinner, and was generally satisfied with the experience - overall I think the food is great, but it's incredibly pricey for the portions. I love the general environment however, and the entire kitchen smells amazing. I ordered the buble chachi to start as a drink, and I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed the savory, spicy drink. Honestly was the most impressive part of the meal! For starters, we ordered the tomato carpaccio and ricotta sourdough toast. The tomato carpaccio was very unique and I loved the basil salmoriglio, but the ricotta sourdough was just alright - nothing too special. For the mains, we ordered the octopus and black cod. The miso beurre blanc was absolutely delicious, but the portion size of the cod was concerning - smaller than my palm? Overall, I'd maybe come back for cocktails and a small bite at the bar, but not for a more formal dinner. read more

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Oh my GOODNESS! Getting a reservation was difficult to say the least and when we arrived 15 minutes early the line out the door still made us a little nervous! It was a mixed crowd, reservations and walk-ins so when doors opened we made our way past the hopefuls to be sat at our table across the expo line where we could see the open kitchen. Fortunately we had worked out the menu before arriving and knew what we wanted so to our lovely server's surprise we were ready to go as soon as she introduced herself. The food: First, the za'atar kubaneh bread was fluffy and delightful, coiled and twisted and fun to pull apart, it also came with 3 delicious sauces. The hiramasa crudo absolutely MELTS in your mouth, and the thin jalapeño slice gives it the perfect amount of heat without stealing the show. Next, the prawns--oh my goodness. When you pull the head off and bite down the juices come flying out, it was fantastic! A serving comes with 3 but they're willing to add one more if you'd like to share evenly. After that came the wood fired greens, bok choy, Tokyo turnip, beet, brussel sprouts, with a smoked balsamic glaze...a fabulous touch. Then, the star...my whole butterflied trout. One side is covered in chermoula, the other is harissa, and the pil pil is underneath. This was my FAVORITE...it's dry aged trout cooked in their Josper oven, so tender and juicy, and no complaints about the bones--they were so soft and unnoticeable you can just crunch right down on them or slide them out. The head comes right off if you'd like to work on it too, watch out for the teeth! After that came the chicken but it was no match for the trout. Very smoke-flavor forward, it's a little salty, and big enough to share. THEN DESSERTS! Stuffed, we only ordered 2-the Camembert basque cheesecake and the baklava sundae. As delicious as it was I would skip the sundae and order TWO cheesecakes next time. You can taste and feel the soft creamy complex cheese when taking a bite, it's honestly cheesecake 3.0. Staff were great, they checked in frequently to confirm we were enjoying ourselves and the view of the kitchen was fun. I'd love to come back, maybe take a chance as a walk in and sit at the bar/counter to be closer to the magic. Til next time, cheers! read more

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Scoring a resy at Theodora feels like entering a warzone, but the hype is real. I've already fallen in love with their bakery next door, Thea, so I came in with high expectations, especially for the bread, and Theodora absolutely delivered. ＊Hiramasa $20 Must order. The hiramasa crudo was bright and citrusy from the lime, creamy with avocado, and subtly umami from dashi.   ＊Whipped Ricotta Sourdough $14 My top pick of the night. The whipped ricotta was so light, fluffy and melting in my mouth. A drizzle of honey gave it a touch of sweetness. If I had to nitpick, I wished they served with a thicker slice of sourdough--the ricotta was so generously piled on, it needed a sturdier base.   ＊Za'atar Kubaneh $15 The kubaneh came rolled like a cinnamon bun--airy, fluffy, and served with three addictive dips: tomato aioli, schug, and harissa. We loved the sauces so much we ordered extra pita just to scoop every last bit.   ＊Vegan Hummus with Pita $12 While the hummus itself wasn't a standout, the pita stole the show--warm, pillowy, golden, and hands-down the best I've ever had.   ＊Smoked Fish Croquette $18  I got their seasonal special croquettes. Perfectly crispy and paired nicely with hot honey mayo.   ＊Octopus $25 Cooked to perfection--tender, aromatic, and simply done right. I was pleasantly surprised by how well they cooked and seasoned their seafood.   ＊Baklava Sundae $14 The tahini ice cream blended perfectly with the crispy baklava, caramel drizzle, and crunchy almonds and walnuts. Sweet, nutty, and indulgent.   ＊Coconut Mango Sorbet $6 Surprisingly creamy for a sorbet, it almost had a gelato-like texture. Bright, citrusy, and packed with real mango bits. A refreshing end to the meal.   Tips: Resy opens 30 days in advance at 9 am. read more

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Food: 5 Decor: 4 Service: 4 Came here for dinner after booking a res a week prior. Overall, delicious dinner and will definitely be back. Red Snapper Ceviche Lime Vinaigrette, Wood-Fired Pineapple, Cilantro, Basil 21 (DA) 4/5. Tasty flavor combination with snapper, sweet pineapple, and herbs. Hiramasa Finger Limes, Avocado, Dashi 20 (DA) 4/5. Similar to the ceviche, this was a tasty flavor combination of hiramasa with fat, salt, and acid. Sourdough Whipped Ricotta, Brown Butter, Honey, Sage 16 5/5. Amazing dish with the perfect combination of ricotta, butter, and honey. Octopus Smoked Shallots, Delicata Squash, Salmoriglio 25 3/5. Octopus was cooked well, but thought the dish overall was a bit forgettable. Doughnuts 3/5. Would pass on these and get the chocolate cake instead (didn't try it, but it's probably better). Service was very good. read more

Back in July, I came across a video on this place. Showing how the oven and smoke are the heart of the restaurant. Been trying to get a reservation, since August; with no avail. Go figure . Thankfully, my wife scored a table. On a Saturday, no less !!! Quick easy Subway ride to Fort Greene, greeted by a line of about 30 people outside the door. A mix of reservation holders, and confident walk-ins. I knew this was going to be a good meal. We were seated in the back. And seeing how packed the place was, we ordered right away. The menu is small, and one should order from each category (Crudo, Bread, Vegetable, From The Sea, Large Format). Hiramasa , Za'atar Kubaneh, Wood Fired Greens, Prawns, Butterflied Trout & The Chicken (which is said to be a must). Everything was fantastic. Surprisingly the trout was much better than the heavily salted Chicken that was a tad dry. Luckily, we saved the 3 sauces from the Bread course, and used them to cut the sodium. Corina, our server, was fantastic and super friendly. She got our food out quick, but not rushed. Nice pace to it all. For dessert we had the Baklava Sundae, which was just ok. The Camembert Cheesecake was the winner. I knew this place would be great when I mentioned my weekend plans to a friend, who is a super-foodie. He knew everything about it, but has yet to go. Hopefully we'll go back....the lamb dish looks intriguing. read more

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Quite blown away. Theodora had been on the hitlist forever; the girlfriend suprised me with a birthday reservstion. Not a lot of words here. Everythhing we ordered was absolute perfection. Some of the best food i've ever had. Service was above and beyond. Flavors were sophisticated, never felt like they were doing too much with just how much they put into their dishes. Standouts were the civice & bread dishes. Will be back for as long as they will have me! read more

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As a neighborhood local who lovessss to try new restaurants, I held off awhile on trying Theodora because I was worried it was overhyped. TL;DR Turns out I was right! ($350 later, party of 2) I need to preface this by saying that the food is really really good. BUT the place is SO hyped and the price point is on the higher end, so I expected to have a more unique or special meal. Yes, the bar is high for restaurants in NYC, but it's especially high when this place has been published far and wide as one of the best new restaurants in the city(/country?) This was a very good Mediterranean, seafood forward meal. Fresh, well cooked, flavorful, attentive service. It's just that I have eaten similarly fresh and delicious meals before (in NYC) for half the price. If you go, get the ricotta toast and the tile fish crudo. And the doughnuts. I'm really disappointed because, again, I expected more for the price and hype. read more

I don't want to contribute to making it even harder to get a reservation here, but it IS pretty great so here I am! My husband and I lucked out walking in at 9 pm on a Tuesday getting chefs counter seating -- was super fun to watch the chefs at work at the wood fire. Overall was a very unique experience and pretty impressive to have so much seafood and so many different varieties of preparation on one menu. The black cod collar special was the total standout but we really liked the swordfish belly skewer and whole trout as well. Everything is just perfectly cooked and extremely flavorful. read more

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Wow!! What can I say?? One of the best restaurants I've had in a while. Fun and creative takes on fish, treating them as if they were meat by dry aging, smoking. Magical. I tried coming here for a while but reservations are almost impossible and happened to snag one same day last minute by some luck. Upon entering, you're greeted by the tiniest host stand and have to squeeze through a long corridor that goes past that open kitchen and bar. Really snug place so I would recommend for big groups. Although a lot of the bigger dishes are meant to be shared. We ordered the mackerel toast, persimmon salad, hiramisa, and the butterflied trout. Everything was fantastic but the stand out dish had to have been the hiramisa. Most places to a crudo and you can't complain, but the flavors here hit every note. A complete flavor explosion. You can really taste the difference in the dry age, tender and smoky and just wonderful, in the trout as well. Every dish is prepared so thoughtfully in terms of ingredients, design placement, and even colors. Really well done on every level. Service is pretty quick and really helpful and dishes come out rather quickly. It seems they time things out perfectly. Once you're done with one dish another pops out. We ended the meal with the most deliciously rich chocolate cake with a nice mascarpone cream that cuts through and perfectly balances out the depth of flavor. All around fabulous restaurant and I cannot wait to (try to) snag another reservation!!! Thank you!! read more

Theodora - Hirasima is amazing - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I do agree with the other reviews the food has good taste. But unfortunately my food came out super slow and also lukewarm like it had been sitting on the counter waiting. For the price point of their items that doesn't seem right. Came home disappointed I've always wanted to try it. Everyone has different experiences tho so the choice is yours read more

I was finally able to snag a reservation to Theodora at 5pm on a Sunday night. When I showed up to the reservation, there was a long line of people waiting to get on the waitlist. For 3 people they recommended that we order 6-7 dishes. We ordered 6 dishes before dessert which felt like the appropriate amount. I'd suggest ordering one large main and then things from each section. My favorite dishes were the small plates over the mains. The standouts were the persimmon and radish salad, the ceviche, and the whipped ricotta toast (which totally lives up to the hype!). The other place I think of for the whipped ricotta toast is Misi, but this one I liked better because the honey was a great balance and the sourdough toast itself was delicious. The black cod was a little too smoky for my liking but the trout neck we ordered was insanely delicious. The lamb flatbread was fine but nothing to ride home about. I'd maybe get the branzino next time if I were to go again. I think this place is definitely worth trying if you can get in! Food: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Dessert: 3/5 read more

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I'm honestly still dreaming about the ricotta toast. I'm not a huge ricotta person at all, but after some urging from the waitress, we decided to get it, and boy, I'm so happy I did. It was the highlight of the menu. The other items were incredible too, but I personally loved the appetizers the most. The portions are on the smaller side but worth it. The ambiance is great - it's a well-run operation. We didnt make a reservation and got pretty lucky with our seating - arrived around 5 when they opened and got seated right away at the chef's table/bar facing the chefs! read more

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Walked in at 5pm on a Wednesday and there was a line but luckily we were seated right away at the bar! The server was patient with explaining the menu and providing suggestions. Loved the lively ambiance and the decor made it feel like I was in europe. The food was also delicious but nothing I would return for. read more

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Amazing vibe from beginning to end! We were walk ins, with no reservation. We got there at 5:15 to score a table or even a spot at the bar, and it was already PACKED! Sign #1 it's gonna be a great experience. We scored 2 seats at the bar and they were lovely! Everything we ordered was good and so delicious. the ambiance was so inviting and the staff was just so pleasant to be around. I loved it there. On to the food- Za'atar kubaneh Salad with tofu cream I'm unable to locate on the online menu r Branzino deboned! Drinks- Mara Cuyo La Cigua Enjoyed it to the max! I must return! read more

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Reservations a must My first time having a wood fired grape. Delicious Must orders: whipped ricotta sourdough Pita hummus Trout Lamb Drinks were fantastic Desserts chocolate cake There was a line for bar seating by opening. read more

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11/10 for service and food was also amazing. Sat at the Chef's Counter and it just the perfect amount of entertainment and engagement.

The service here was wonderful, and the staff was helpful with recommendations. Sitting at the bar, it was a little difficult to eat posture-wise, but I enjoyed a view of the food being made. The Whipped Ricotta Sourdough was the star of the show. The bread was cut to a perfect thickness, and I loved the bounciness of the bread. The whipped ricotta was creamy, a perfect complement to the sourdough. The Hiramasa had spicy jalapeño kick. The Wood-Fired Sweet Potato was flavorful. The Cod Collar had a smokey taste that I loved, but it wasn't particularly tender. It was cooked for almost a little too long. The Chocolate Cake didn't stand out to me, but if you like a candied taste or texture to your dessert, I would recommend the Baklava Sundae. The sundae is very much worth ordering. read more

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The food was so yummy!! We were seated at the counter and got to see the kitchen cook, which was a fun experience as well. Our favorites were definitely the chicken, the mackerel toast, and the croquettes. The vegetables were our least favorite because they were very overdressed and flavors were too strong. Service was also very friendly and the place was very clean and quaint. This place is worth the hype! read more

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Wow, wow, WOW. Didn't expect to love Theodora as much as I did. Came in with mid expectations as I had some friends who said it was just alright but others who hyped it up. But honestly I loved everything we ordered. The flavors were just out of this world. Service was super attentive and the ambiance was romantic yet cozy. I've been to their sister restaurant Miss Ada and Theodora wins by far. Ok on to the food - the ricotta toast was a standout! It was so creamy and had the perfect amount of sweet and savory, although a little too much black pepper for my liking. We ordered the mackerel toast by accident and it was kind of fishy for me but my brother loved it! The monkfish hummus, miso cod and the chicken were the highlights of the meal. For the crudos, I recommend the hiramasa. The sauce was so good. It was a month out reservation but I would definitely want to come back! read more

Theodora - Ocean trout, monkfish hummus, hiramasa - Mediterranean Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Tip: the easiest time to get a reservation is at 5pm seating. set an alert for some disired time and date there are always cancellations. The staffs are super stars, service is top notch, we were here to celebrate birthday and they brought a complimentary crudo on the house also ended with a coconut sorbet on the candle to celebrate. all the food we ordered are food, but not memorable. The bread is fresh but the best is the dips that comes with it. Crudo is delivious the sauce is the so flavorful i could eat it with a spoon. Otopus is very tender and juicy. Shrimp is the best of them all, perfectly grilled jumbo size. Lamb is very juicy and didnt taste gamey , it's definitely filling because it's on top of the flatbread. butterflied trout is a must have, it's covered in green sauce and red sauce like they do in mexico. it's not big , but it's perfect to share. boneless so it's easy to eat. read more

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Is it hard to secure a reservation? Yes. But when you have an opportunity to, do you take advantage? ABSOLUTELY. from the decor, to the service and food...every single thing was top notch. The ambience is great. The cocktails were amazing. Adam our server was absolutely incredible. We ordered an array of dishes. We had ricotta toast, blue fin tuna steak, hirmasa, ceviche, laffa eggplant, butterfly trout, octopus and prawns. Everything was absolutely incredible. Beyond incredible. The flavors of spice / aroma / salt / seasoning. Top to bottom this was literally one of the best meals I've had. I would love to return to this place asap. This is a must visit and definitely ask for Adam, his hospitality was incredible. Made the experience that much better. read more

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Second visit -- the hiramasa, cabbage, sea bass, and swordfish skewer were all new to us and all incredible. We've yet to order anything here that we didn't love. read more

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One of the best restaurants in Brooklyn, Theodora was phenomenal and everything was delicious. My friend and I came here with a reservation and we were sat and immediately the waitress answered all of our questions and gave us great recommendations. We went with the ricotta toast, the zaatar bread, the chicken with broccolini, red snapper ceviche, and baklava sundae for dessert. Everything was fantastic. The chicken was moist and delicious, the toast was so so good and the ceviche was one of the best I've had. This restaurant also has a great ambiance. Can't wait to come back. read more

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I was able to score a spot for two on a weekend evening. It was by the open kitchen which was scorching. I'm not sure if I would recommend sitting right by the fire as it did get quite smoky. It was nice watching the chefs prepare the dishes though. The menu was small. And the stand out was the whipped ricotta on sourdough. We shared the hiramasa and pita with hummus, monkfish liver. As always, there was not enough pita for the dip so we had to pay for extra. We got the wood-fired greens which was the smallest portion of vegetables of mankind for 18 dollars. It was also a little salty. We finished off with the whole butterflied trout. Overall, the food was good, but not so spectacular for the hype it has received. read more

I don't think this place was for me. It's supposed to be one of the hottest new restaurants, but I wasn't feeling it. Their claim to fame is some sort of charcoal stove that allows them to cook/braze fish in a unique way. Yeah, I guess. I found it expensive and the food was sort of under seasoned. Good, but not great. It could be I'm just getting sick of overpriced restaurants that don't knock your socks off. I want my socks to be knocked off. They weren't. read more

Hard to find a reservation for a few months but it was worth it , open fire cooking and some really great apps whipped ricotta and sourdough was really good . And I ended my din er with the half chicken which was honestly the best I've had in a long time must try !! read more

An overdue review-- I don't think I've ever given a restaurant five stars before, but Theodora is absolutely deserving. What a gem! Food: The food and drinks were nothing short of phenomenal -- a thoughtful, vibrant menu that delivers on every bite. We got: * hiramasa crudo * sourdough with whipped ricotta * wood fired greens * red snapper collar (special) * prawns * chocolate cake * lemon Each dish was bursting with flavor and beautifully balanced. The sourdough, the flavorful prawns with a spicy kick, to the refreshing lemon posset and decadent chocolate cake with the perfect level of sweetness, everything was crafted with intention and finesse. We were blown away! Service: Our server, Hannah, truly went above and beyond. Warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable -- her recommendations elevated our experience and made us feel so well taken care of. Her kind service may or may not have made me cry (in the best way). read more

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3.5 stars After hearing this was the #1 best new restaurant in 2024 according to Beli, we had a reservation for 4 to on a Sunday at 7:30 pm. The interior was cute and I loved the fun-shaped light fixtures along the walls and over the bar. The service was alright, our waitress was knowledgeable about the dishes and wine but was passive aggressive when we didn't order the desserts she recommended (unsolicited). For drinks, we ordered the aisha quandisha, cider, and naked orange wine. I loved the presentation of the aisha quandisha but the drink itself was unremarkable. For food, we got the za'atar kubaneh, sourdough, broccolini, steelhead trout, prawns, and burrata to share amongst the 4 of us. The za'atar kubaneh was pretty good but the tomato aioli and harissa sauces it came with tasted nearly identical. The sourdough was delicious and definitely a must-order at Theodora. The trout and prawns were both underwhelming with a total of 4 bite-sized pieces of trout with bitter skin due to the char. The 3 prawns also tasted very normal, but I did enjoy the honey habanero and pineapple pico. As dessert, we had the cheesecake and babka ice cream. The cheesecake was pretty good but we all found the babka ice cream to be off putting. Overall, although I don't regret trying Theodora, I have no desire to come back. I left still feeling a bit hungry although I did love the sourdough and the appearance of my drink. read more

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Date night perfection at Theodora, Brooklyn. From the moment my beautiful wife and I sat down, the experience felt intentional, warm, and effortlessly refined. We started with the sourdough paired with whipped ricotta, brown butter, and sage--simple in concept, yet deeply comforting and layered with flavor. The Za'Atar Kubaneh with schug, tomato aioli, and harissa was bold, aromatic, and soulful--every bite telling a story. The wood-fired greens (bok choy, spring radish, pea purée, anchovy, smoked balsamic) were beautifully balanced--earthy, bright, and unforgettable. Then came the main event: the whole bone-in branzino--not just delicious, but transcendent. Perfectly cooked, infused with rosemary and salmoriglio, accompanied by a vibrant market salad. A dish that commands silence at the table and earns genuine appreciation with every bite. A special shoutout to Pablo, our guidance rockstar of the evening. Chill, knowledgeable, attentive without hovering--he made the entire experience feel organic and effortless. Truly top-tier service. Every detail was smooth. Every interaction thoughtful. The entire staff moved with purpose and care. Absolutely fantastic. We will definitely be back. read more

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This was my third time here and I've had a great time every single visit. Adam was a great host and provided great hospitality. Highly recommend the hiramasa/avocado crudo, whipped ricotta, little gem salad, the prawns, and the trout. The trout reminded me of the fish I had at Entremar in Mexico City, but better! For dessert the baklava and chocolate cake were 10/10. Already can't wait to go back! read more

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Went here for my birthday dinner! Super small inside with lots of bar seats. Waiters were nice and definitely listen to how much they recommend you to order for your party. The plates were all tiny asf that are priced way too high, we even had to double order some of the dishes bc it wasn't enough to share with only 4 people. Also didn't even do any birthday specials or give anything for free, but I guess like what did I expect. This restaurant did not live up to its hype imo, but I guess worth trying once tho. Food wise, they recommended we order 2 things from each section. We thought that was a lot, but trust me, these plates are TINY. We ended up ordering 10 dishes for only 4 people, and it still was not enough to even fill us up 50%. All of the plates were very mid and didn't taste like anything special. The lamb, salmon, and fish croquettes were all really good and would def recommend ordering those. But the ONE BEST thing on their menu is their sourdough bread with whipped ricotta, brown butter, honey, sage. It actually heaven in my mouth. It was so fluffy so creamy so delicious, we had to order it TWICE. I would only go back just to order the ricotta toast 1509361483642972+ times. We also got desserts at the end. I enjoyed how they used dark chocolate for their cake, kinda tasted like a dark chocolate Oreo cake lol. I actually really liked their cranberry pomegranate jam filled doughnuts with crème a lot more! The donuts were super soft, fluffy, not too sweet, and paired so well with the sweet dipping crème. Very yummy, good way to end the night. read more

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Very difficult Resy to score for most luckily, I stumbled onto the app at just the right time. Arriving a few minutes early for our reservation, we went straight to the bar for drinks, which they were able to add to our table tab. We ordered an array of dishes, including the special bluefin tuna steak. Each dish was exquisite; I don't have a single negative critique. The flavor notes were broad and deeply authentic to the Mediterranean each bite was robust and left us wanting more. The menu hit every note, from sweet to savory, with subtle touches of spice. We were a party of three and ordered just the right amount. The drinks were excellent, I'm not usually a cocktail person, but these were perfectly balanced. The décor was dimly lit and intimate, making it a great dinner spot for a date or a night out with friends. Our server, Adam, was extraordinary. There's not a single negative remark I can make, and if you ever get the opportunity to dine here, you should absolutely check it out. We'll be hopeful to return. read more

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Heard SO MUCH good things about this spot so we had to give it a try! As a Mediterranean food lover, I hadn't found THE spot for excellent Mediterranean food in the city... til now. I'm happy to say that Theodora is officially THE Mediterranean food spot in NYC! We ordered 4 dishes to share between the two of us. Note that portion sizes are tinyyyyyyy so you do have to order quite a bit. - Hiramasa Crudo: 10/10 (a fresh, slightly citrusy dish with a nice spicy kick to it. Perfect to start of the meal and set your palate.) - Za'atar Kubaneh: 10/10 (yummy buttery bread with great sauces) - Wood Fired Greens: 100/10 (this was a close second as my fav dish of the night! Loved the sauce it came with and loved that the veggies had a smoky wood-fire taste) - Lamb: 10000/10 (best dish of the night. Lamb was superrrr tender. The sauces were bombbb) Overall, this was a great experience Service was fantastic. Vibes were cute but it did get extremely noisy in the booth area. I'll definitely be back if I can snag another reservation! read more

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The service here was absolutely amazing. Such nice and attentive staff. My fiancé and I went here for our anniversary dinner and they were so personable! The food was also fantastic. The swordfish kabobs were so tender and full of flavor. The half chicken was also incredibly tender with tons of flavor. The ricotta sourdough was great, however a tad too much ricotta topping for my taste. Still tasted amazing! The location itself is also adorable with a great interior. read more

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Great dinner, everything was delicious! Server made some great suggestions and we enjoyed every dish. I'd go back! read more

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