Michael's

Old school vibe .. Great Service Delicious Food Lobster Fra Diablo 10 out 10 Nice Wine Selection and Reasonably prices .. planning on going back dinner than later

Solid red sauce ItalianHas been in business to a very long timeOpen for lunch which is a huge plusNo lunch menuService is fantastic I love how they put a small serving of olives, bean salad and parmigiano on the table with bread serviceThe bread and whipped butter is fantasticThe menu is tremendous, quite a lot of your standard Italian dishes. Many specials each dayHuge dessert menu Top notch chicken parmigiana The restaurant is clean and decorated nicely.Great selection of wine and spirits, bar service is marked up quite a bit.Prices are on par with higher end Italian restaurants.Valet parking and street parking available.I will definitely go back.

I'm so used to eating Italian in my own backyard in Bay Ridge but visiting mom at home in Canarsie, I had to probe where we could order Italian from. I remembered dining at Michael's and enjoying the food thus we decided to order in.I've been craving eggplant parmigiana and am in search for an excellent version. When I've ordered it in other restaurants, I've been disappointed: slivers of eggplant and loads of fried breadcrumbs.I decided to roll the eggplant dice and ordered it with baked ziti and fried calamari.Michael's delivery window is limited, last delivery is 4pm and ordered delivery in a nick of time.The delivery was quick: within thirty minutes the food arrived.I was impressed with the additional treats: Kalamata olives, Brussel sprouts, a rice ball croquette (?). The baked ziti looked massive with loads of mozzarella, the fried calamari came with a side of marinara sauce ( lovvvve that!) and the eggplant parmigiana entree included three slices. With Michael's, most parmigiana entrees do not include pasta thus you order that a la carte.First, the standout dish, the fried calamari which was tender, fried perfectly and the marinara sauce had a nice kick to it. Absolutely scrumptious!The eggplant was good but needed a bit more flavor and I found the mozzarella to be tough not as melty and gooey.The baked ziti was a nice portion but there should have been more sauce thus it was a bit dry and the same issue with the mozzarella, tough not melty.The rice ball croquette(?) was delicious and the olives were a knockout!All in all a good meal but maybe delivery affects the pasta ( dryness)? Michael's is a great way to spend a night in especially with winter upon us.

Consistently great! This restaurant is a staple in neighborhood. Service is impeccable. Decor is old school. Food is amazing. Always a great night. Highly recommend and will be back. They offer valet and reservations are recommended.

We came here for an anniversary dinner and made reservations a week beforehand, but the restaurant wasn't too busy on a Saturday night. Upon entering, the ambiance brings a classy, old school vibe of an upscale, Italian restaurant. Once we were seated, the service was quick to bring us menu, water, and bread to start.First of all, their complimentary bread comes in 3 types of bread and 2 crackers along with olives, salami, cheese, and butter! I don't know about you, but I've never had such a magnificent display of starter, which is free too. Of course, try not to overindulge on this as the food here is just as excellent and comes in huge portions. We started off with the Slab of Bacon ($16), which was fatty and crispy. For the main entree, I had the Lamb Shank ($39) while he had the Braised Rabbit ($39) and we shared the Baked Truffle Vodka Rigatoni ($23). The lamb was amazingly tender and flavorful perfectly paired with the creamy and chunky mashed potatoes. For the rigatoni, I probably would pass on the truffle as the flavor was too strong for us and the baked crispiness made it a bit too dry, so stick to a classic vodka pasta next time. Pasta was a bit basic overall even though they make their pasta sauces here and even have them jarred for sale. Definitely need to try the infamous Veal Chop Parmigiana a.k.a "The Smash Job" next time though, which even comes bone-in. Throughout our meal, we paired the food with a couple cocktails as well. I had the Elderflower Old Fashioned ($18) and Lychee Spritz ($16). The elderflower was a nice touch to the old fashioned that I've never seen before. The lychee cocktail was refreshing and quite alcohol-forward. The boyfriend also had the Avenue R ($18) and Biscotti Martini ($18). The first essentially being a strong whiskey drink, but the biscotti martini was delicious coming from someone who doesn't even like espresso. Definitely a must if you like an espresso martini with a touch of sweetness. By the end of the meal, I wish I had room for dessert. Overall, Michael's was a delicious meal perfect for any big or small occasion. I look forward to returning and trying more items on the menu as I don't think you can go wrong with anything they serve here.

I don't know why I have only 4 stars last time. Perhaps I was in a foul mood. This is a terrific, exciting, loud, busy restaurant. The service is excellent, as is the food and drink. All the servers seem happy to be working, and they all dress immaculately. It's really a special place to dine.

I think when I went in 2017 previously, I caught them on an off night. I recently went and it was much improved. Lobster crepe was to die for. Pasta and chicken were good. Almond biscotti could have been sweeter, but overall, good. Their prices are a bit high, so you may want to lean into the appetizers, salads and half orders of pasta. Nice old-school romantic vibe, Sinatra playing overhead, you get the image. Very hard to find old-school Italian like this anymore in Brooklyn. New Corner, La Trattoria, Fiorentino's... all gone. Last of a kind.

Experience Michael's! Michael's of Brooklyn has been one of my favorites for decades since as a kid my grandparents lived off Marine Park, a few blocks away. As their local go-to Italian restaurant to eat or takeout, Michael's veal parm became the benchmark for me, never beaten no matter wherever I've had it around the world - including in Italy. (Note - My fav, their biggest veal parm is called "The Smash Job" and prepared with the bone. They offer a more modestly priced and sized veal parm without the bone.) Their veal parms clearly remain the best, all fresh components are expertly prepared there creating the perfect marriage! Typically, I pair it with a side of linguini in red sauce.Michael's appetizers, also amazing, are worth ordering - my favorite being the Baked Clams (pictured). But, come hungry and be prepared to take food home because there are some nibbles provided at the start and your entree will be big. Plus, they top off the meal with an excellent complementary biscotti, baked in-house. (Michael's old school bakery and store are across the street.)The atmosphere is classic, with friendly Michael there and his staff, plus often a live piano player performing in a tight platform above the stairs to the lower level.Whenever possible I take family and friends to Michael's, but keep in mind its location is not easily accessible by just subway. (I drive there from Manhattan. Suggest calling ahead to make a reservation.) The trip is well worth the experience!While you can buy Michael's of Brooklyn's assorted delicious jarred sauces in stores and online, nothing tops enjoying a meal straight from their kitchen!

Nice venue and very attentive staff. Food was great and having a live pianist was great to hear while having a great dinner. The place is big and spacious.

I'm going back to the right now. A modern ambiance. South American and orange iceberg white and black