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Diner

3.8(829 reviews)
2.3 mi•South Williamsburg
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What are you gonna get? Or maybe I should say WHO?…read moreAre you gonna get the doughy guy at the door who takes 15 mins to amble over to the host stand who can't seem to figure out how to seat you (even with a reservation?) Or are you going to get the professorial woman who acts like she could rescue Apollo 13 while mixing a dry martini while reading Joan Didion? Are you gonna get an airy twink as a server who wants to go back to Bushwick and lets you know that at every second, or are you going to get a serious experience with a focused, professional server. Ya never know. This used to be part of the charm, but now it's a liability because friends (and other chefs in the neighborhood) never want to go to Diner because...ya never know what it'll be. Diner has never coasted on continuity. They change up the menu every day. They write it on the paper tablecloth, for Chrissakes. But I still love that! I still find most of the food to be delicious (if pricey), I still think their cocktails are well-made (even if their bar is weirdly slow) and I love their brunch and I love the vibe, and I'm glad it's still here. Their Caesar salad is overrated, as is the burger, but they're always mixing it up. You could get lucky. Ya never know...

Food was flavorful and well done. Fresh ingredients, good consistencies, and balanced flavors and…read moreoriginal. Limited vegetarian options. Cozy interior, but the concept seemed like...trying too hard to be different and hip...? Why do you make your waiters write down the menu on the table for each group of guests? Doesnt even save paper since those menus are not reused. And honestly, our waiter's handwriting was sometimes hard to read. Also, quite pricey. The crab pasta was $35, the celery root was also $35 (like what?!), the squash was $23, and the Caesar salad (not pictured) was $22. Service was friendly and knowledgeable on the food but slow.

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Namkeen

4.1(171 reviews)
2.3 mi•Williamsburg - South Side
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Taylor's Tayke: Namkeen has a very distinctive flavor…read moreprofile that immediately separates it from your average chicken spot. The combinations of spices, sauces, and textures feel intentional and unique, especially with the South Asian influence throughout the menu. Portions are big, flavors are bold, and this is definitely the type of place you go when you want something indulgent and packed with flavor. My Taysty Tayke: Get Down & Dirty, Expeditiously: Tikkaville Sandwich One of the more interesting chicken sandwiches I've had. The tikka sauce, mint chutney, pickled onions, and coleslaw all come together in a way that really works. Flavorful, layered, and memorable. The Clucking Waffle Sandwich was spicy with more of a buffalo-style flavor than I expected. Definitely a lot to handle in sandwich form. Personally, I'd rather eat the chicken and waffle separately than together, but the flavor still hits. The Pataka Fries were another standout, saucy, flavorful, and loaded enough to almost be a meal on their own. Service: Quick and efficient, fits the fast-casual energy. Plates From My Visit: Clucking Waffle Sandwich Tikkaville Sandwich Pataka Fries In Conclusion: A bold and flavorful chicken spot with distinctive spices and creative combinations that stand out from the usual fast-casual lineup. Come hungry because the portions are no joke. Stamped by Elajas

Amazing. Order at the kiosk and grab a seat. Got the spicy maple wings and single waffle. Staff was…read morequick and place was super trendy, music was hype. I favored the maple wings dressed with pickles (I love them), I'm sure u can maybe ask not to get those but it does add a nice chase after the sweetness. Waffle was super soft and beautifully dressed. Def recommend

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