Overall: I went here with my wife for a Friday night dinner. We walked in with no reservation and…read morewere seated immediately. The food and service were awesome. The specials menu was very diverse and had a ton of things I wanted to try, it was tough to choose. We even mentioned we were new to the neighborhood and they treated us to a free dessert! We'll definitely be back! Food: 5 Drinks: 3 Service: 5 Value: 3 Atmosphere: 4 Food: We got the strawberry rhubarb duck, the blacked lamb, and the spinach with garlic. The duck is a breast and boneless thigh. The breast was cooked perfectly and the flavors were interesting, but I might try one of the other sauces next time. The lamb and its sauce was delicious, we caught ourselves trying to scrape up every last bit. We would happily order that again. The spinach was well seasoned and nicely cooked. Drinks: We each got a red sangria. It was bourbon based with several other fruit juices. It was alright but not spectacular. Service: Our waiter was fantastic. He was attentive, descriptive, and super helpful at helping us choose our dishes. Value: Dishes were a little on the pricey side ($30-$60 for an entree) but they were high quality. Atmosphere: We really enjoyed coming here for dinner. It was dimly lit with plenty of room to spread out.

Visited this spot twice during winter 2026 restaurant week for $45 three course dinner…read more Make reservations--this place is tiny, so seating is very limited and you won't be able to just walk in during peak dinning hours [especially Friday through Sunday]. The bar is tiny, seating only 7 people, and it's where we sat Friday night. The bartender [and our server] was phenomenal--wish we got his name. He had an earing and deserves all the kudos for spectacular service all night long. We took our time and never felt rushed. He made perfectly balanced drinks, keeping us happy. Espresso martini and all the non-alcoholic drinks were superb. Very refreshing and balanced. The manager/owner mingles with customers, ensuring everyone is happy. He was attentive and that was appreciated. Tuesday night, we had a very different experience. All the staff looked like they were still in high school. Our drinks tasted like they had zero alcohol, and comparing to a delicious experience Friday night, we knew that the issue was with who mixed the concoctions. People are other tables also left their mixed drinks almost untouched. Unfortunate timing. Maybe the new staff were being trained. Our order was also messed up a few times. Then our dessert was forgotten. Seems like logistics were off that night. All small things, but they add up and take a star off. The atmosphere is casual and low key. Tables are very close together due to space constraints, so this isn't a spot for big groups or intimate chats. Prepare for higher than average noise levels as the cacophony of conversation rises in a tight space. The prices are higher than what you'd expect for such an unassuming, casual, minimalistic environment. That is due to the quality of food, so prepare to spend a pretty penny here. I totally understand this for quality meat--game is not cheap. We paid $300 for two people on our first night and $200 for two people for our second visit [when we got bad luck with watered down drinks and decided not to waste more money on repeats]. We are not wine people, so we cannot speak to the extensive wine selection here. However, all the mixed drinks should be strong and adequately sized for the price. Getting a microscroping glass of an espresso martini or hot toddy for that price AND not tasting any alcohol in those baby glasses is not acceptable. Complimentary foccacia with olive oil is a nice touch. Turtle soup [served with a side of sherry that I highly recommend adding to give it that extra oooomph] was delicious. Definitely try this if you can. So hearty and satisfying. Additional $6 upcharge for venison bourguignon was so worth it. Such delicious meat. Divine sauce. I could eat this dish daily and be happy. Tender and flavorful venison. Additional $8 upcharge for a side of Fries. They were superb--fired in beef fat/tallow, the quality shows. I never eat fries, but these I devoured both times and felt supreme joy. Not greasy or heavy. Perfectly satisfying. It's insane, but I'd return just for these. What a difference quality ingredients make. You can taste it. Additional $8 upcharge for a side of Brussels sprouts. They were not my favorite. They were not crispy. Sauteed in oil with some bacon. You can skip this. All the desserts looked scrumptious--so there is no wrong choice here. Keylime pie was perfectly tangy and satisfying. Flourless chocolate hazelnut cake was a divine conclusion to the meal--not too sweet, dense and decadent and chocolatey and warm in the best way possible. Would I return again? Yes, the food was delicious, I'd want to try more menu items. Would I return outside of restaurant week considering the prices, the tight seating, and potentially wacky service? Probably not.

We had a pulsd voucher ($149 for tasting menu for 2 and a glass of wine each) and decided to use…read morethis on a Friday night. With the voucher you had an option of 6pm or 8pm and we decided to go for a 6pm slot. When we arrived we were the only ones there, and this remained the case until about 8pm, so the atmosphere was lacking and it all felt a little sterile. The space itself is unique, with you seated around a small kitchen watching the 2 chefs prepare everything. We didn't have that much interaction with the chefs but our server was great and very personable. The 8 courses we had comprised of the following (I didn't catch the official dessert names so these are just my descriptions): Oyster with apple and jalapeño and shrimp with homemade cocktail sauce Fluke Ceviche Scallop with cauliflower Bluefin Tuna Shisito pepper, parsnip foam and fermented tomatoes Wagyu Beef Foie Gras and Peanut Butter (PB & J) Deconstructed peach cheesecake Chocolate "Oreo's" All of the food was good, with the exception of the tuna (which was underwhelming because of the tuna itself) and the Wagyu (because my wagyu was so fatty). The thing that really shines at Pearl Street are the sauces, every single one that we had was delicious and really elevated the dishes. Even the dishes which were underwhelming because of the main component you still enjoyed because the accompanying sauce was so flavourful. One thing I would just highlight is that there is no bathroom in the restaurant itself, you have to take a keycard and walk outside to alter neighbouring building. Not really a big deal but just something to be aware of. All in all we enjoyed our meal at Pearl Street but I am not sure I would revisit and pay the full menu price. On a Pulsd deal though it is great value and I would highly recommend giving this restaurant a try.

What a treat! Gorgeous a super delicious food across the board 10/10 yum! 2 kinds of orange wine in…read morethe menu both were delicious. Incredible service and so amazing to watch the chefs make everything so close. The ceviche, and tuna were stand outs - all very special dishes. Vibes are cool it's a tiny spot but hooks for your bags and coats. I can't wait to try more things next time.

Having enjoyed Gertie in the past, I was glad to check out Gertrude's. It's conveniently located…read morenot too far from the Brooklyn Museum, which was our next stop. There were some people waiting when we arrived (Saturday), so making a reservation was the right move. They have indoor and outdoor enclosed patio seating. Service was friendly. My friend and I enjoyed our cocktails and mains. Although delicious, I do think the salad with the added Smoked Trout for $27 was a bit overpriced. Our Latkes appetizer never arrived, but it ended up being ok because we were pretty satisfied after our meal. Overall, a solid spot near the museum and botanical garden.

Finally came for burgers with buddies and I'm glad I did! I really wanted last week's collaboration…read morewith Hani's but it was Purim. Soy friend and I came today. The food was definitely unique. The burger was strongly spiced, the latkes (a little underdone) spicy, and the ice cream nutty. Was it my favorite meal? No but it was good for sure and I do want many more meals at Gertrude's. Plus perhaps now I'll try Adda itself! Lastly this place is on InKind so money off is always a plus!

4.5 stars. I have…read morefinally found THE BEST FRENCH FRIES IN THE CITY! (see chicken sandwich photo) Burger was delicious. Salad was solid. The paloma tasted like a marg so i don't know...drank it anyway!

We stopped by for a post-dinner libation, so we didn't get to try the food and sat at the bar. What…read morea cool bar vibe. I loved the neon sign, the bar lighting and how cool and friendly the bartenders were. I ordered a dirty martini, but was immediately jealous of my husband's frozen pina colada. I usually don't order frozen, blended drinks but this was more like a real cocktail... it was super smooth and not icy, very rum-forward, flavorful and refreshing and not too cloyingly sweet. I might have helped him finish it. Get one, you won't regret it! I'd love to go back and try the food but this was a great nightcap.

- good service - good drinks…read more- I enjoyed the pulled pork I liked the bread it came with - fried chicken in the fried chicken salad was really good - good people watching when you sit outside

The rise of QR code services is unstoppable and makes for a strange experience. Being forced to use…read moreyour phone in any service setting disrupts the ambiance and the ability to be in the moment. It's one thing to replace a menu with phone cameras. But when a restaurant uses a QR pamphlet as a visual cue for table service, the dynamic between staff and patron is stripped of hospitality and becomes solely transactional. Abilene attempted to reinvent the wheel in food service, which left us feeling like an unwelcome inconvenience. Our food arrived, and the taste didn't live up to the presentation. The grilled chicken sandwich was as devoid of taste as the staff was of personality. Bland and uninspired.

Me and my girlfriend of a year had a breakup here so I ended up eating alone after she left before…read morewe ordered. Fausto declined to let me pay for the meal. Insisting that it was on them. It really cheered me up and the orecchiette tied me over for the rest of the evening. 5 Star

Back in Brooklyn doing what I do best: Hang with my son?…read moreAfter a long day of getting here from Chicago, my #2 and I went right to work on our project. Once it was over and in need of a delectable gin martini, Fausto's in Flatbush came to the rescue. This incredible Italian restaurant is making some lovely dishes. My son and me ordered: * Two London Dry Gin martinis that were a perfect timing beverage * Our Little Gem Salad with Red Onion, Marcona Almonds, Wildflower Honey Vinaigrette was delicious * Meatballs with Whipped Ricotta, Basil *Contains Allium, Chili, Egg, and Dairy was scrumptious * Orecchiette with Fennel Braised Pork was wonderful * Campanelle with Lamb Sausage, Rainbow Chard, Spring Onion, Pecorino was great * Olive Oil Cake with Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote, Whipped Mascarpone was a great addition to our meal The service was excellent, the ambience was marvelous and the noise level was very zen I loved this place, especially after a very long day working the load and I Love New York and what it does to me!

One of the best happy hour spots in Brooklyn. Monday is the day to go if you like oysters, $1.50…read moreoysters all day, and yes, they're actually open on Mondays, even though Apple Maps said they were closed. The cocktails feels elevated, and the wine list is thoughtfully curated. I had the Hugo Spritz, which was light, crisp, and perfect for a summer evening. Happy hour is my favorite way to experience a place because I get to sample a variety of dishes without committing to just one entrée. Everything we tried was delicious, making Bar Louise an easy spot I'll happily return to. Plus, the atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between sophisticated and relaxed. Love the decor

Finally tried the trio of the Louise gang. Came here during a happy hour, so martinis were in a…read more slight discount. The decor and ambiance is high end, a cozy and chic bar for date nite or just when you want to feel sophisticated with friends. The party dress was my first cocktail which was one of the most delectable cocktails I have ever had! Regrets getting the espresso martini after because I instantly wanted another party dress. Over the bites were good. The crab cake was amazing. The truffle arancini itself was good but did not enjoy the sauce under it, it had a chipotle like flavor. The carrots were typical. Lasagna was good and liked the sauce flavor. The buddino was insanely delectable- a chocolate lovers dream. Overall, the bites menu kind of felt mismatched as a whole, the bites were all very different from one another, it would have been nice to have sections of bites that go together. The service towards the end dropped off because it became super super crowded but when we first arrived our server was very attentive. Overall I will be coming back for some top shelf drinks!

Restaurant week menu is where it's at! $45 three-course meal once-a-year when the average dish here…read moreis $25. Shockingly good salmon entree and love the bread and olive oil for the table. Incredible fig and honey toast appetizer and creamy tiramisu. Haven't had a knockout pasta here (love the chitarra at Time Out), but will have to try here. 5 stars!!!

Pretty nice spot for a meal in the neighborhood. I really like individual dining pods that look so…read moreelegant and romantic. Since we came in during their last hour, they closed their outdoor dining so next time! To start off, we got some complimentary bread and oil. Then I had the Carbonara ($28) and husband had the Chicken Parmigiana ($36) for main entree. Both dishes were delicious and I really like how big and beautiful the parmigiana was served. The carbonara was also quite different using rigatoni instead of spaghetti pasta topped with lots of bacon pieces. Great Italian dishes in a very romantic and cozy restaurant.