Izzy's Brooklyn Smokehouse

Excellent kosher BBQ ! Let me just say BRISKET!!! Their brisket is the star of the show, soooo amazing. Everything was delicious but the brisket steals the show for sure!It's a small place, looks like a BBQ restaurant, has about 5 tables.

SOLID KOSHER TEXAS STYLE BBQ IN CROWN HEIGHTSPostmaster Izzy Eidelman is truly on to something here. His take on Texas style BBQ doesn't miss the mark. It's giving all the smoke necessary to capture the BBQ flavor. It's a great option for those who don't eat pork but lacks some of the traditional Southern side options due to kosher restrictions. Brisket has become the hallmark BBQ disk and Izzy's brisket is on the fatty side with good flavor throughout which can be attributed to the 18 hours of prep time. Heads up: half a pound of brisket equals 2-3 pieces. Beef ribs are another must try option that passes the Texas test.I was glad to see that they added a Taqueria section to their menu on my return trip. I have to try their tacos on my next trip along with their signature purple coleslaw that I have often left untouched on my plate.

Hours aren't set right; don't show up expecting to be able to eat here. Very frustrating and unprofessional.

This place was open on thanksgiving! We were a party of 5 who came around 8 pm. We were able to eat in and got lucky with a table that sat us just fine. They were so friendly and also gave us a sample of pastrami. The pastrami was soft and very yummy. The sandwich was juicy and tasted good. Our favorite was the cholent! It was so hearty, had a big chunk of beef, and comforting. The yapchik was salty and a bit too dry. We added ketchup to cut the saltiness. Overall, cool spot and good experience.

Sticky tables with trays of food were a bit of a deterrent but as one must do for treasure, I kept my eye on the prize. With limited drink options I tried my first Montauk beer (wave chaser) and really enjoyed it. It's not as bitter as I'd like from my IPAs but it was definitely something I'd get moving forward. The price may seem hella steep but it's compared to any other BBQ joint but actually delivers on moisture and flavor.The back ribs looked like a rip off from its initial appearance however once you got down and dirty the meat just kept coming (very little fat). The only minor complaint I have, with all meat joints, is the delicious top layer did not penetrate into the meat. However the meat was so moist and the flavor of the cow really shined through once the bbq sauce was eaten. If you do not like a pound of bbq sauce (like me) be sure to ask for the extra obligatory sauce not be added. Luckily the cashier gathered from my partners vibe we did not want extra sauce. The pickled slaw (pink) was sour and bland, I didn't care for it one bit. The pickles were everything but didn't go with the ribs at all so I at them with my burger. The Texas burger was cooked properly and as ordered (medium. Some gouda would have been killer). It was so juicy and felt like I was eating a sloppy joe. No complaints here because I love sloppy burgers, if they are finger licking good. Although the mx street corn was not legit (I understand why) the sauce was tasty and very much needed as the corn had no flavor (sweet or otherwise). The creamy slaw was slight salty but went well with the ribs.(The tables were cleaned off about 45mins later once the place started to get really packed and it was the only table left).Overall this is definitely worth a trek from way yonder. When my burger cravings takes over I'll be here. Even though they do not serve Mac and cheese (I understand but lame af. Me quede con las ganas).

Was shocked how good the food was . I had the brisket would recommend prices are alittle high but it's bbq so understandable

I want to go to Izzy for a long time, finally I went today the food is delicious, absolutely good, the service was great people there are very friendlyI will definitely go there again and recommend to my friends

The owner sits in the corner and offers his services as much as possible , from serve-ware to conversation. He was very friendly and welcoming . It was my first time coming but definitely wont be my last . The brisket was delicious and I loved the candied sweet potato . Lunch combos come with a drink and fries . Go there!

A Brooklyn, and perhaps national, treasure. If you go, go early, and be sure to hit the OG vs the Manhattan locale. Bring a healthy appetite and a full wallet--the kosher food don't run cheap.

This place is such a joy. The focus is food, great KOSHER food. The smoked brisket is flavorful and moist. The BBQ pulled beef is tender and perfectly seasoned. Six of us stopped by last night. I suspect that if we lived nearby, we would visit this restaurant weekly.I had the pulled beef platter. I chose the creamy coleslaw side. A generous serving of meat came with coleslaw, red cabbage, and a mound of pickle chips. $28. This is a terrific value. I hope to return soon.