Bar 56

I'd rate Bar 56 four and a half stars.Modern restaurant with a large wine selection and a globally influenced menu. The restaurant is located on the southwestern corner of TimeOut market with an entrance on the western segment of the building.We dined in on a Tuesday evening and were seated immediately. In retrospect, I'm shocked that we found that restaurant completely empty and still well below half capacity as we departed. Bar 56 is an excellent choice if you want upscale experience without the hype and long waits.The restaurant is connected to a wine shop, so the wine menu immediately stands out. I believe there were at least fifty wines offered by the glass. I had a two different Pinot Noirs - one from Oregon and another from South Africa. The wine menu is pretty informative but could be overwhelming with the plethora of options. We started with an order or bread and butter with the bread baked at the neighboring Almondine Bakery. My wife loved the bread. Bread was useful in mopping up a lot of the sauces used in the dishes we ordered. I'd recommend saving some for throughout the meal as they'll charge you for a full order if you ask for a couple more slices later on. Next came out the baby beet panzanella. This ate much like an Eastern European beet salad but with a sophisticated presentation. The flavors were nostalgic for me. I liked how the creaminess worked with the beets. The pine nuts seemed overshadowed to me.Soon after we were served the Hiramasa Crudo. I believe Hiramasa is yellowtail. I'm not entirely sure of the difference. The fish does an excellent job of absorbing the brisk and citrusy dressing. It was cut on the thicker side giving the bites a more meaty texture. There were some accompaniments like minced heart of palm which took a reserved role.For the main course, we shared the Raviolo al Uovo and the Lamb Neck. The ravioli is one enormous ravioli filled with ricotta and easy done egg. It's was covered in what I believe was a pumpkin butter sauce. There's something so playful about one giant ravioli that always delights me. It's an ultra savory dish between the cheese, egg, and sauce. Maybe best to not get your cholesterol checked after this one. Nevertheless, it was our favorite item and a must order.The lamb neck was served as an easy to eat block with a side of three pieces of cauliflower covered in a curry sauce. The lamb was crisped on both sides adding a very crunchy texture reminiscent of being cooked on a spit with high heat. It was seasoning with boldy, earthy spices typically used with middle eastern preparations. Lamb was tender but not mushy. For dessert, we shared the basque cheesecake served with a berry coulis and almond crumb. I liked the contrast of textures even within the cheesecake there were some airy sections and some dense ones. The coulis was quite strong.Decor was modern and the restaurant had a downtown ambiance. Most customers were dressed nicely but I don't think a patron would look too far out of place in athletic wear. There is an open kitchen overlooked by the bar. Service was very attentive. There were two gender neutral restrooms with one being handicap accessible; both were spacious.

This place checks all the boxes - fresh pasta, nice drinks, great food, impeccable service and the vibes are great. We ordered a bunch of stuff to share which definitely was the way to go. So many standouts - the tuna was incredible, is the ravioli (singular) and all of the pastas were outstanding and made fresh. We sat in a big booth for 5 of us which was nice. It's right across the walk from St. Ann's and short walk to subway. I can't wait to come here again - yum!

Very nice place to have a date! Went with my bf, love their wine and the menu is simple but good enough.

WOW! What an absolute hidden gem in DUMBO! I cannot believe this place wasn't completely full. Maybe it was the time of day we went. Either way, DO NOT SLEEP on this place!Came here with a friend (who seemed to know everyone who worked there due to frequenting the place) for dinner, and I can see this being a good place for a romantic dinner as well or even a large group.Everything we tried was ridiculously good:Potato Croquettes Hiramasa CrudoTuna tartareRavioli al Uovo - to die for, do not missOrechiette And for dessert the strawberry rhubarb panna cotta was one of the best things I've ever had.Overall, would definitely come back here!!!

Quaint spot nestled in Dumbo, next to the Time Out Market (Brooklyn). Found this spot while looking for a nice restaurant in the area for a date night dinner. We enjoyed a couple dishes on their menu and enjoyed each bite. Started off with their bread service, had the Cappellacci as an appetizer, and shared the Sakura Pork and Branzino for our main. Almondine Bread: Their bread service, not cheap nor expensive, started the meal right. Served with Vermont butter, the toasted and warm sourdough and baguette were also great vessels for scooping up any sauces from our other dishes.Cappellacci: This pasta dish blew us away. Buttery and rich but smooth and well-balanced from the balsamic reduction. The portion was bigger than we would have assumed - can definitely be ordered as a main.Sakura Pork: The pork was well-seasoned (albeit a bit salty for my preferences) and juicy. The pickled vegetables on the side was amazing - great change of flavor profile and crunch. Branzino: Our favorite dish of the night. The Branzino was perfectly cooked. The meat was plump and moist; the skin was nice and crunchy. The broth/sauce was surprisingly refreshing - which we did not expect. The spinach and thai basil made it refreshing while the mussels added a brine-y flavor without it being overpowering. All in all, great meal and great atmosphere. Although small and unassuming, food and service were top-notch. This spot is relatively new to the neighborhood (opened July 2023) but looking forward to what more they can bring to the table.

Bar56 surprised me so much! For a nicer dining place, I was surprised that my party could get reservations so easily. Walking in, the first thing I noticed was the nice ambiance and vibes of the place. It felt elevated but not too much. Our service the entire night was fantastic, with our main waiter constantly checking in and teaching us about the menu and drinks. As for the food, the stars of the show were actually all the vegetables. The beet salad appetizer was possibly my favorite thing of the day, I can't recommend it enough! All the food was great!

I loved almost everything from my visit to the Bar 56 and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a delicious dinner in the DUMBO area. For drinks, my partner and I shared a bottle of rosé but the cocktail menu had a few drinks that caught my eye. Alas, when in a wine bar, I must choose the wine. For food, we did the pre-fixe and I had the Hiramasa Crudo, Cappellacci, Arctic Char, and Bijou. Although the Artic Char was a miss (it needed more flavor), every other dish was stellar. I'm not a dessert person but the Bijou was my favorite course. Very simple and elegantly plated yet the salty creaminess of the goat cheese combined with the sweet honey and tart apple mustard mixture, blew me away. More restaurants should offer this type of upscale mini charcuterie board as a dessert option.In addition to the food and drinks being great, our service was wonderful. Our server Valentina, gave helpful recommendations for all of the dishes and she was steering me towards the Bijou. She was lovely our entire time and I think it added to how much I enjoyed the energy in the space. I'm elated that I got to try so many delicious dishes here and I will certainly find a reason to come back. AND when i do, my first ordered item will be the Bijou!

Lovely diner at Bar 56. Staff were very friendly their wine selection was excellent and the food was delicious and well executed. I ordered the $85 Pre-Fixe menu. I had the brussel sprouts, lobster pasta, lamb neck and olive oil cake. The plating is beautiful, the chef understands that your eyes eat first. The portions are small but considering the table bread it ends up being the perfect amount. Lamb neck was definitely my favorite but brussels and lobster was so well balanced and flavorful. I think the olive oil cake was good execution wise but Im not the biggest fan of olive oil cake (I did eat it all tho lol). Next time I'll try a different dessert. If you're hanging out or visiting the waterfront in dumbo you can't go wrong with Bar 56!

Had the BEST time here last night with some friends. Every single food and drink item on their menu was just amazing and enjoyable, and the service was super attentive all night. We did the prefixe menu for $85 and I went with the crudo, ravioli, branzino and olive oil cake. I also tried the potato croquettes, the langoustine and cappellacci, and the crème brûlée. Everything was delicious, no complaints from our whole table. I think the langoustine was a stand out dish for sure, as well as the hiramasa crudo. The addition of the basil and blood orange on the crudo was just such a great touch. For $85, it's also a TON of food. I could barely finish my branzino and dessert. 10000% recommend this restaurant, you will not be disappointed.

Bar56 is a delight in DUMBO, effortlessly blending top-notch cuisine, a stellar wine list, and warm hospitality. The menu offers a delightful mix of flavors, with dishes that are as artfully presented as they are delicious-- I have tried most dishes on the menu, all of which have been a personal favorite. I highly recommend the Prix Fixe to taste all of the delicious flavors. Menu items change with the seasons, which makes Bar56 the perfect place to revisit.Each dish is perfectly complemented by the well-curated wine selection (56 wines by the glass to choose from) that caters to every palate. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome, offering personalized recommendations that show just how much they care.