Frankies 457 Spuntino

★★★★☆ 3.9 (953) • $$$

"Small intimate space but spacious at the same time. It's not crammed with tables in the dining area once you walk bast the bar area. When it's warm out there is the option to sit outside in the backyard area.My server was attentive checking in etc. We had an early reservation for 5:30 and when we left a little before 7 the place was busy . The friend I was dining with has a severe allergy to tomatoes and tomato based products and her mom fresh black pepper. Our server confirmed with the kitchen on both and was proactive which was fantastic.We started with the crostini. We ordered the chicken pate, mushroom and the honey and ricotta. Each one was lovely light and flavorful. For entreesCaesar saladSpinach Tagliolini with Romanesco CauliflowerCavatelli with Hot Sausage and brown sage butter - amazing spicy and flavorful Tiramisu My friend's mom who was visiting was impressed with the experience. She was initially skeptical of the fact that I chose a restaurant that had them come from the UWS to the "wilds" of Brooklyn."

Banter

★★★★☆ 4.3 (736) • $$

"Banter is a gem!! After a long week of travel throughout NYC, my family and I brunched here on our last day. We got there at 8ish and it was nice and empty and quiet-- a great change of pace. This was also the best brunch/breakfast we had that trip (and we had a lot of brunch). I recommend the Golden Folded Eggs, they are cooked to fluffy perfection. And DONT SKIP OUT ON THEIR SOURDOUGH TOAST!! It taste so fresh and crusty and moist. LOVE! On top of this, their coffee is to daiiii for! Cappuccino is my go-to order. I wish we had Banters in Los Angeles"

Little Italy Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (692) • $

"Mama mía!! Call The Godfather and recommend this place for pizza. Highly recommend. The white, pepperoni and eggplant pizzas were amazing."

Panino Rustico

★★★★☆ 4.4 (590) • $$

"When I come back to the old neighborhood, I love stopping by for a bite at Panino Rustico, tonight, we had, Caesar salad, fresh, Burata with tomato and The veggie wrap. We were served by Mia, who was a delight, she was very quick and efficient taking our orders. The atmosphere was very pleasant. I give panino rustico five stars, if you live in Brooklyn or visit often I suggest you come here!!"

Turco Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (667) • $$

"This is my second time coming to Turco and it continues to be a solid choice for Mediterranean wraps! They make their own bread in house and fresh, so it's always hot, fluffy, and delicious! I got the falafel wrap which comes with a bunch of toppings, hummus, and you can get it spicy. The falafel is so moist and delicious - one of the best I've had in a long time. The fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and are even better when you add pepper. Similarly, the mix gyro wrap is super solid and perfectly cooked! They give you a white sauce and a spicy sauce and both are flavorful and add a nice touch to the sandwiches. It tends to be a quick, relaxed eat, so perfect for a casual lunch. I think it's a mom and pop shop, so the service feels super homey and friendly. Overall, I will definitely continue to come here for a solid sandwich and service every time!"

David's Brisket House and Deli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (561) • $$

"Service AND food was a 10/10! I got the medium brisket sandwich on a club hero roll. It comes with pickles and mayo/mustard. Remember to ask for a side of gravy ! Since I had a hard time deciding , the cashier offered me a sample of the pastrami. I couldn't finish the sandwich and when I asked for a to-go container she took it in the back and had the chef wrap it for me! About $17 for the medium sandwich and you can get bigger or smaller. I arrived about 45 min before closing and they weren't sold out of stuff and I didn't feel rushed! The macaroni salad looked yummy but I'll try it next time. Can't wait to be back!"

Emmett's

★★★★☆ 3.9 (650) • $$

"Happy New Year 2025!! Back for our annual visit ..... last year fell on a Monday ( closed ). Still prefer to original on Mcdougall for the intimate/ never modified space."

Defonte's

★★★★☆ 4.4 (504) • $$

"Do you like gigantic, delectable sandwiches? Me too. They have them here. I've been eating them for over a decade, and I think this place just gets better every year. It may just be the best sandwich shop in Brooklyn, which puts it in the running for the best worldwide.Defonte's is a simple place. Walk in and figure out what you want. Meatball parm, roast beef, pastrami, roast pork, chicken cutlet, turkey...they do it all right. Any specialty sandwich with the thin slice of fried eggplant is a good call. The Golden Boy (basically a chicken parm with vodka sauce and prosciutto) is phenomenal. The Steak Pizzaiolo is legendary for a reason.There will probably be an amorphous line made up of mostly large groups of construction workers or truckers, firemen or cops, and some other folk wearing various NY sports gear. This means you're in the right place. When you know what you want, step up and wait for someone behind the counter to ask who's next.There are two sandwich sizes, "1/3" and "1/2." Really, these are "large" and "colossal." It's only $2 extra to get a colossal, so you want the colossal. I don't care if you aren't that hungry. Bring it to me, and I'll give you $10 for it. I don't even care which sandwich you ordered.And when you have your sandwich only a minute or two later, go eat it and rejoice. If you don't live nearby, they do have a few picnic tables outside; not great in winter and the view is nothing special, but a little sunshine goes a long way once spring hits.The only regret I have regarding Defonte's is that I can't eat all the sandwiches at once. The Golden Boy is my favorite, but I have to branch out occasionally. Last time I opted for the Italian Stallion, and the guy next to me was eating The Golden Boy. And of course he was so happy it was making me happy.And yet sad, at the very same time. But I dried my tears on my incredible, stacked sandwich, and all was right in the world."

The Commodore

★★★★☆ 3.8 (666) • $$

"I had the fish tacos and they were fantastic! Service was super friendly. It's really dark in there (as you can see from my photos - one is lightened and one is normal), but it's definitely a place will cool vibes!"

La Villa

★★★★☆ 3.9 (625) • $$

"Service was above average to me. I think the bus boys worked very hard and were very attentive. The waiter was equally good, only deduction was that he didn't bring oil for the bread. The restaurant is a family style restaurant, accommodating to all age groups. The food was plentiful and lacked seasoning in my opinion. I found the food to be well prepared but just lacked flavor."

McGee's Pub

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (795) • $$

"We contacted Frank about a private birthday party. He was so friendly and accommodating. He gave us the second floor bar which was perfect for our gathering. Warm and intimate without being too small. And there were tables available in case anyone wanted to eat there. Our bartender, Keira, was friendly, fun and efficient. The food was great, came quickly and tasted delicious. I am so happy to have found McGee's and look forward to the next time we're there. The bar was perfect. Thank you all!"

Hanco’s

★★★★☆ 3.9 (599) • $$

"Took a sandwich and mango boba to-go from here to eat in Prospect Park on a warm summer day and it was PERFECT! Everything was delicious, sandwich is loaded with meat and toppings and is extremely filling, and the mango boba was extremely refreshing. I also want to note that for a park blanket sandwich it works quite well as it was remarkably well put together and easy to eat without making a mess.Service was also extremely fast considering how busy they were when I went, and it has a nice ambiance but beware peak meal times because it will get quite crowded inside and might make sitting in the restaurant a bit overstimulating."

Anthony & Son Panini Shoppe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (509) • $$

"YUM! Anthony & Son make some of the freshest, tastiest sandwiches in NYC!Our normal order is a Healthilicious Panini and a Godmother sandwich. We also tried the seafood salad for the first time today, which was great (we spied it in the deli case last time we were there, and noted how fresh it looked).Always fresh, always delicious. Sometimes busy, so it can take a minute for your food but well worth the wait. I don't believe they do delivery, though you can order ahead for pick up, now at a window around the corner on Frost Street. You can't go wrong with this family run spot."

Fedoroff's Roast Pork

★★★★☆ 4.3 (443) • $$

"A hall in the wall type of spot, but it is well known! Me and my bud went and hour after they opened, first ones there I think lol! I'll tell you this, the philly cheese hits HARD! And the pork sandwich...lord have mercy, so juicy and tender and out of this world! Do come here!"

Joe Allen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (515) • $$

"I've been dining at Joe Allen since the early 1970's, and keep coming back because of its genuine warmth and friendliness, and the reliably good food. It's not gourmet, but I've always enjoyed tasty, well prepared, generous servings of a good variety of American fare. There's no better burger in town, and the Steaks, pot roast, fish, soups and salads are always good. The banana cream pie is a pillowy mountain of delight. It's always packed pre theater, and reservations can be hard to come by at peak hours. but you can often snag a seat at the bar, which is convivial and totally cool. It's long time owner died a few years ago, but Joe Allen lives and prospers. For me, it's the essence of New York."

Hello Saigon

★★★★☆ 4.1 (423) • $$

"This is my most-visited NY restaurant by a wide margin. I haven't reviewed it for fear of bringing attention to it. I can almost always get a table without a reservation. I believe this is due to the popularity of a serviceable, but hip Vietnamese option nearby.This is the best Banh Mi I have had. I keep trying others, but the bread here is unmatched. I'm told they get it fresh from a bakery in Brooklyn. The spiced pork sausage they use is also perfect. The pho can b from exceptional to greatest of all time. I love this place with all my heart.Almost forgot the rolls! The cha gio are THE BEST. Not just saying that. They are the best in existence (US)."

Glass House Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.7 (498) • $$$

"Food was really good and it was pretty crowded as we had an 8pm show to make. The location is perfect if you're catching a broadway play/show. There was a bit of panic when we asked to look at the wine list- our waiter excused himself with the help of 2 others to locate wine menus in a cabinet. Not the most robust of lists but acceptable. The tuna appetizer was very good as were our main dishes. We split a couple of desserts which were surprisingly good. All in all, I'd definitely go back if I had a show to catch."

Mustang Harry's

★★★★☆ 3.6 (499) • $$

"Mustang Harry's is the perfect spot to hit up before a Knicks game at MSG. It's an easy walk to the arena, making it super convenient. The food was good - a bit pricey, but that's to be expected in Midtown, and it's still half the price of what you'd pay for food and drinks inside MSG. It's a smart decision not have a happy hour here because $ is basically guaranteed before any MSG event...but quality of food sure goes down with the amount of customers...Great atmosphere and a solid choice for pre-game eats."

Court Street Grocers

★★★★☆ 4.2 (361) • $$

"Very excited to finally have tried court street grocers! I heard a lot of amazing things and one of the stand out faves seemed to be the broccoli Reuben so I knew I had to get it. I ordered ahead of time so I could avoid the wait but on a weekday there was actually no line at all! The sandwich itself is actually quite good. The broccoli gives it a nice texture and actually fits in quite well with the sauerkraut and Russian dressing. The bread is also quite good and had a nice crisp when grilled. However, it is $16 for what is essentially broccoli and sauerkraut so that makes lunch at court street grocers far less appealing. Looking through pictures it seems like it used to be around $13 which is a much fairer price for what it is. I would consider coming back and trying one of the meat sandwiches since they seem to be a better bang for your buck."

Pasteur Grill & Noodles

★★★★☆ 3.9 (401) • $$

"I came across this Vietnamese restaurant on Instagram and had to share! The shrimp and crabmeat pho? Unbelievable. Seriously, the broth was an explosion of flavors - rich, flavorful , and mouthwatering! It's a must try!But, gotta be real, the dumplings were just okay. They didn't quite match up to the pho.The place itself had a cool vibe, and the service was friendly and quick. If you're into mind-blowing pho, this spot's a winner. Just don't expect too much from the dumplings! Overall, worth a visit for the amazing broth alone."

Banh Mi Place

★★★★☆ 4.2 (340) • $$

"The absolute best banh mis! The bread is perfectly crunchy on the outside, but soft and pillowy on the inside. Just the right amount of pickles, sauce and cilantro. I absolutely love the grilled pork here! I usually get this at least once per week. They are super fast with orders. I usually order for pickup on GrubHub and my order is always ready by the time I walk over, which is 10-ish minutes away."

Little Kirin

★★★★★ 4.7 (261) • $$

"Pho sandwich, pho real!Pho in sandwich form, not what I would expect to work, but it does! Pho is definitely what I would call a multilayered burst of flavor in each bite. Some heat from the jalapeño, a hint of sour from the lime, a little crunch from the fresh bean sprouts and onions, earthy notes from the Thai basil and scallions, and most definitely a strong traditional beefy flavor from the slow roasted brisket. Complete the bite with the dipping broth and you've got everything from Pho in a handheld. The price of the sandwich is misleading, it's enough to share as it stands today, with some sides. I'll be back again soon for another bite."

Goodnight Sonny

★★★★☆ 4.1 (336) • $$

"Drinks were great. Good selection of specialty cocktails. Bartenders are very friendly."

Egg Shop

★★★★☆ 4 (348) • $$

"Life altering breakfast (and not just because we attempted to brunch out with two young kids). I had the Turkish eggs which are a triumph. The richness from the yolk and creaminess from the yogurt cut by the cucumbers and dill and then hit with that chili oil. If I could eat one dish for the rest of my life it would be this.But don't sleep on the non egg things too. The lemon ricotta pancakes are a dream and the biscuit with the maple honey and jam (yes, please spent the extra $2 for the jam). My 2-year old and I were fighting over it and she was using a piece of bacon as a spoon to eat it. My only complaint was that they didn't sell the jam by the jar. I would have bought a case. And the chef's kiss was the spicy pineapple margarita. This place made me remember why you should go out for brunch!"

Lella Alimentari

★★★★★ 4.7 (252) • $$

"favorite lunch place ever. The poached egg salad is my perfect meal. Such good ingredients, cutest interior, and great staff."

Northern Bell

★★★★☆ 4 (341) • $$

"Best wings in Brooklyn. Nice selection of beer and a great bloody Mary. Welcoming atmosphere and good service."

Banhmigos

★★★★☆ 4 (325) • $

"Got a traditional banh mi for takeout at Banhmigos. It was the best banh mi I've ever had, hands down. Definitely will get next time I'm in town."

Slimak

★★★★☆ 4.4 (258) • $$

"Spending time in Industry City today and decided to eat outside of IC food hall. I've passed Slimsk numerous times on s bus and bookmarked it. I was in the mood for comfort food on a rainy day and planned to visit IC to do some shopping.Slimak*is on off the beaten path, next to the beautiful Saint Nicholas Church which I can imagine it being busy on a Sunday morning. When I entered, it was quiet with a few patrons dining and tapping away on their laptops. There is instructions to step up to the counter, order and then find a seat.I knew what I wanted: egg white omelet with cheddar and spinach, salad instead of toast and home fries and a cup of coffee. I served myself complimentary water from the jug and found a table. Once seated, I sipped my water and made an IC shopping list .My order arrived within ten minutes, just the omelet. The waitress apologized that their coffee machine was broken and asked if an Americano was okay to make instead. Absolutely! My omelet looked delicious but the only thing missing was the home fries. I guess the way I ordered was lost in translation ( at first they asked me to repeat it since they thought I said waffles vs no toast).Healthy Fawn voice said " it's better without home fries " and won over cheating Fawn voice ( tell them the home fries are missing!). The salad had zucchini ( yum), tomatoes, carrots and lettuce with a side of delicious balsamic vinegar. The omelet was absolutely scrumptious and fresh.Slimak offers numerous options: breakfast all day, soups, salads and desserts. The service is very friendly and accommodating.I have a new place to dine at when visiting IC and am happy I discovered this gem.* Aah you noticed. Slimak is Polish for small snail.Interesting..."

Carnegie Diner & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (309) • $$

"Have you ever gone to a restaurant where the menu is so big you can't make up your mind? I'm not complaining about the menu size - it's incredible. There's literally something for everyone, even the pickiest eater in the group. They serve breakfast all day, have a pre-fixe theater menu, and have the largest and most creative shakes! Because there was so much we wanted to try, we had to dedicate 2 nights to this place on our NYC trip. The service was excellent. Only minor complaint is how close all of the tables are, but it's New York and I'm sure they are serving thousands of people a day! Let's get into the food: Brussel Sprouts: 3.5/5. The flavor for these are incredible but they were a little too mushy. I wish they were slightly more solid. French Toast: 5/5. The French toast was incredible. Did not disappoint and was packed with so many toppings. Definitely not like a French toast I have had before. The apples were incredible. Not Pictured: Morning Sunshine Burger: 5/5. This burger makes for the perfect combination of breakfast and dinner. Whoever invented adding an egg to a burger was a genius. The fries that come with the burger and perfectly crispy. Yum! Pastrami Reuben: 5/5. They definitely did not skimp on the pastrami, the sandwich was LOADED. Overall, these two visits were very pleasant. Can't wait to eat my way through this menu!"

Bread & Spread

★★★★☆ 4.4 (240) • $$

"Best breakfast sandwich ever. Get the multigrain with sausage, egg, and red pepper jam. They add tomato and arugula. It was so good we went back the next morning for the same sandwich. I'm still craving it.Service was friendly and fast. Ingredients are high quality. We were really happy we found this place."

Salma

★★★★★ 4.5 (221) • $$

"What a hidden gem!! I am so happy I found and tried this place. The food is delicious and they use quality ingredients! It's also surprisingly reasonable with very generous portions. Their fattoush salad, cheese rolls, and filet mignon platter (so tender) were my favorites! Will definitely be back."

Lotus Vietnamese Sandwiches

★★★★☆ 3.9 (286) • $

"I was wandering Park Slope looking for something to eat and found this place bookmarked from a long time ago and decided to give it a try. I'm so glad that I did, the banh mi sandwiches here are absolutely delicious! I got the classic banh mi with extra meat and my friend got a vegetarian banh mi and we both thoroughly enjoyed our meals.I had recently lost my wallet so I had no cash or cards on me, but thankfully this place accepted Apple Pay. The people at the counter were very kind and gave us some water while we waited for our sandwiches on this very hot day. The restaurant itself is very no-frills, no-nonsense -- just good food.If you're in search of an amazing sandwich to take with you to Prospect Park, you'd be hard pressed to beat Lotus"

Croton Reservoir Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.5 (351) • $$

"Adorable side block Tavern that offers quick or full bite--lunch and dinner.Had an important errand to run and due to the quaint and quietness in place, I decided to take a load off my feet.The menu had standard pub fare from burgers and salads to main courses.Upon this first time visit, it was a quick bite having one of my favorite foods--Shishito Peppers.Unbeknownst to me, there were two pprtion sizes--a shareable or a side. I really wanted the side but was served the larger portion. Fear not, I ate the entire plate. They were charred, blistered and salted. Translation= delicious.The iced tea (with free refills) was the perfect accompaniment.This Tavern claims the Aperol Spritz to be one of their signature drinks so I'll have to believe them and try the next time I visit."

Brine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (222) • $$

"I love Brine! I keep forgetting about it because it's not on my usual evening restaurant circuit. They have the BEST chicken! I love spicy food so I get their hottest version and their spiciest fries...YUM! It's great for lunch.My only problem is that you have to enter your order on a touch screen and I always make a mistake. I'm probably just not computer savvy enough.‍"

Hanco's

★★★★☆ 3.5 (347) • $

"I drive 1 hour and 45 min just to get a cup of bubble tea . The customer service is unbeatable and i been going for 8 years and it's nothing in Brooklyn that make meMore happy this place make Brooklyn my first love . If u don't stop for the bubble tea then try the vegetarian pork sandwich it's to die for just kiss the chef for me."