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Good place for brunch in Williamsburg. Was surprisingly easy to find parking, but also close to the subway. Very large space, so good for large groups. A bit on the loud side, but we managed. They have a brunch special where you can get an entree and carafe of brunch cocktail for a set price. I got the meatball panini, which was decent size and came with a salad. I also enjoyed a couple mimosas. Service was good, the waitress checked on us numerous times.
Came to Brooklyn for a birthday and stopped here for dinner! Got the espresso martini which was actually very good. All of the food was family style: my favorite appetizer was the wings and the pork ragu sliders. I loved how charred and grilled the wings were. I thought the Arancini was a little too salty. For our mains we had cacio e pepe, marghertia pizza and vodka penne. Unfortunately the cacio e pepe was not my favorite but the marghertia pizza made up for it. The vodka pasta was pretty good too. We were here during the Knicks final which made this so much more fun!
Came here for a birthday dinner and had a good experience! Service was fast and friendly. The space itself is every cute and I loved the vibes. We were a large group and ordered from the family style menu. The appetizers and pizza were so awesomeee!!! Everything came out fast and tasted great. The pasta dishes we ordered were just okay. The cacio e pepe tasted like buttered noodles and the vodka pasta was kind of bland. Overall, I'd come back and just skip the pasta next time!
The ambiance is beautiful. The manager really was the high point of the visit to be honest. She was polite attentive and offered remedies to mistakes made. She's relatable and a true professional. It's clear that she cares about the businesses and customers Now onto the three star rating. As I mentioned the ambiance is beautiful. It's holiday season so the establishment reflected that. We made revelations which I highly suggest especially for brunch which is clearly popular They were kind enough to seat my other party as I was running late. He placed my order and it was out just as I arrived. I ordered steak eggs with cheese. It came with fries and greens. The food was a 5/10 nothing memorable. I also ordered pancakes topped with ice cream. The best part was the ice cream. My other ordered pizza which he stated was tasty. We tried to take advantage of the brunch special which was quoted differently than what we charged. When the bill came it was almost a 70 dollar upcharge. We were not told the fine print at the time of ordering. Again the manager remedied the situation. Though she could not discount the correct bill it was suggested a comp in the future. Unfortunately I won't be back. Aesthetically the place is great. The bathrooms are clean and I will mentioned it all gendered multiple stalls which caught me by a serious surprise. It led to confusion with a lot of other guests but the individual closed stalls made up for it. Located near tons of public transportation
Like all the reviews say, this spot is beautiful. It has tall ceilings and is large and spacious. The service, however, was unbearably slow. We came on a Sunday for brunch and it wasn't crowded. We waited very long to order and to pay. Maybe this is a staffing issue but, the bad service is very noticeable. Usually bad service doesn't bother me, but we were at the restaurant for 2 hours, mostly waiting to get our order taken and then waiting to pay. I honestly don't understand why anyone would recommend this place. I ordered the eggs Benedict. It was alright, nothing to write home about. The burger was just ok. Realistically, the food looks like it came from the diner...
Ainslie is a Italian Restaurant that can also serve as an event space. Ainslie at this location is in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, which is w/ in walking distance from the G & L Train. The Chain x Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey's "Pie Hard: A Friendsgiving" Event was held at Ainslie on 11/20/25. The event set-up at Ainslie was beautiful w/ gorgeous decor. Ainslie has multiple rooms as well as a bathroom on the first fl. & one downstairs. The "Pie Hard: A Friendsgiving" Event included food & drink pairings, a photo booth area, a DJ & a brief band performance & a Thanksgiving Trivia Game which was hilarious. Pairings were Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Cocktail Shots w/ Mini Thanksgiving Pies crafted by Chain. Skrewball Cocktail & Mini-Pie Pairings: 1.) Nuttin But Apple Mini Cocktail Morning After Pie - Turkey, Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Gravy 2.) Nuts About Cherry Mini Cocktail Green Bean Supreme Pie - Green Beans, Mushrooms & Crispy Shallots 3.) Skrewy Banana Mini Cocktail Skrewed Choco Pecan Pie - Chocolate Pecan Pie w/ Whipped Cream Additional goodies included savory Pizza -flavored mini-pies, Cheeseburger- Flavored mini-pies, etc. Every mini-pie that they served was absolutely delicious. @eatatchain @skrewballwhiskey Shout-Out to all of the hardworking Staff! Everyone from the Servers, the Bartenders, the Greeters, etc. -they made us all geel so welcomed. Bartenders made well-prepared cocktails that were on the event menu - including the Skrewball Highball, Skrewy Mules, Nutty By Nature Savory Margarita, Banana Daiquiri- Style Shots, Salty Nut Shots, etc. The Jello Shots were so good! DJ Karl Brisseaux played a great medley of R&B, Hip-Hop, Socca, Reggae, Pop, etc. He had some of us up and dancing! Insta - @kbrissy ainsliebk.com @ainslienyc Ainslie's has Brunch Specials, Happy Hour, Weeknight Menu Specials & a host of other things. One can find out more information via their website & Instagram.
Great brunch spot! One of the best deals for bottomless brunch and the drinks (peace Bellini, mimosa, hard iced tea) are actually great. All the pastas are DELICIOUS, but pizzas needs more flavor. My biggest issue with the place is the service. I believe they hire many new servers and they don't know proper serving etiquette. There were MANY times where food is being served and they almost hit my friends right in the face. Better training is much needed!
Came here for a birthday party so the menu was already preselected. The staff was very attentive which I really appreciated because we were a huge group and they were super patient with us with all our drink orders and whatever else we requested on the side. The place was super cute and looked like we were dining in the middle of a greenhouse. No, on to the food, we started off with the Arancini which was nicely crispy and reminded me of an elevated mozzarella stick which I thought was super delicious. We also had the Calamari Fritti which we all enjoyed and devoured very quickly. On top of those appetizers, we had a classic Caesar which is your basic Caesar salad. Now moving on to the mains. We got a Cacio e Pepe which was a table favorite. It was nice and buttery and they gave us a huge bowl of Parmesan cheese on the side making the pasta very creamy. We also got a couple classic margarita pizzas which were very nice because it had a thin crust and a good amount of cheese on top. My absolute favorite was the French toast which was nice and crispy on the outside and so soft and fluffy on the inside. The maple syrup was great as well. I will be back one day to try the other dishes on their menu because after we finished all of the preselected food, we were all too full to order more and try more dishes.
First off ambiance, so chill & beautiful. Music playing at a decent volume. Perfect lighting. Staff kind, friendly & timely. Food delicious. This is my second visit. My wife has been here multiple times without a bad experience. Price is what you'd expect. Two thumbs up!
We had brunch here today and it was divine! Our server Jasmine was fantastic! She was so funny, charming; and knew the menu back to front. I had the espresso martini, and it's probably the best one I've had at brunch in forever! The French toast is incredible. We also did the meatballs (interesting pair on our end) but we loved it!! Ambiance inside is amazing. Super spacious and a really vibe. They had a DJ for brunch and it was great!! Perfect volume and the music was really good. We will definitely be back (a lot)
Brunch Flop! Came here on Memorial Day for brunch. As soon as we stepped in I noticed there wasn't anyone at the hostess stand. So I proceeded to walk to the bar area to greet the rest of my party. We then walk back to the hostess area where there is now a young woman standing. I explain we have reservations, she's silent for a while then motions for us to follow her. We were seated and after 10mins our waiter approached. The energy here was horrible. Service was horrible. Food was horrible. I went with the Brunch Burger which I requested to be cooked well done. The burger was medium at best. I showed the waitress, she asked if I wanted another burger or anything else and I declined. She did comp the burger from the bill. I was unimpressed with the entire experience.
Top tier service good quality eats authentic flavors and wonderful atmosphere it was very cozy and good lighting too. the waitress was very kind and helpful such a delight. we went with all her recommendations and it was all hits! the roasted gnocchi perfect for summer was pillow soft and packed with flavor. the cacio pepe was al dente and delicious just wish it was more creamier! the star of the show were the rosemary wood fired wings top tier best wings in the area good food good vibes 10/10
So first of all, love the vibe and atmosphere of this rustic space. The restaurant is huge with various rooms and floors, yet creating an intimate and cozy space. It's a mix of Italian cuisine with wood-fired pizza and housemade pasta paired with a wine bar and beer garden --a little bit of everything for everyone. I came here with a group of 7, so we had an array of dishes to share. We also came here 10 minutes before happy hour ended, which was such a good deal. For drinks, the happy hour was a bit limited with some beer and wine. I had the I'm Golden cocktail ($11), which just tasted like juice in a wine glass --didn't really care for this that much. For starters, we had the Meatballs ($7), Arancini ($7), Wood Fired Rosemary Wings ($8), and House-Cut Fries ($5). Great options to share for happy hour. I enjoyed the flavor on the wings a lot although still pricey at $2 per wing with during HH price. There is also 3 selections of 10" Pizzas for only $8 each and we got one of each. The Margherita and Saltimbocca were good, but we all thought the overload of arugula on the Rucola was too much. The pizza is cut into 4 slices, but it was difficult when we tried cutting it ourselves; it's a bit chewy and doughy. From the happy hour menu alone, we were all pretty full already. Luckily, we shared three different pastas: Housemade Lasagna ($23), Orecchiette ($21), and Penne Alla Vodka ($20). The lasagna was delicious, but a bit more petite which was harder to share for our group. The other two were classics --saucy and creamy. Since it was a Monday, the Ainslie Burger ($23) was 50% off, so we also ordered that too. The burger isn't anything special, but a really good deal if you're here on a Monday. Plus, it comes with fries too! Definitely recommend coming here for happy hour --the food deals are great! Also, love the space which is perfect for date night or large groups. The happy hour is only offered for the front bar and wine bar, but the back room is gorgeous. It feels very romantic with all the string lights, but it was closed on the night we came. Also, would come back for their brunch and bottomless cocktails for a fun time.
1 year ago
If you're looking for that spot--where brunch turns into an all-day hangout--this is it. We came here for a girls' brunch and ended up staying way longer than planned ( no regrets). The vibe is fun and stylish and perfect for big groups. The pizza is really crispy crust, perfect, the chicken wings are crispy and juicy , and the ribs are delicious Fall-off-the-bone magic. We shared everything and not a single bite was left behind. They've got great cocktail brunch mimosas This place is def going on the rotation. Whether you're celebrating, catching up, or just want to eat well and vibe out with your people, this is the spot. read more
5 months ago
Great place for a brunch! Came here for my cousins birthday on June 2nd and it was great. The food was delicious, the cocktails I told were great as well from those who drank at our table. The only thing I was upset about is they had no iced coffee but other than I do not have a complaint. The service was great, the waitress, the bus boy, the hostess all were very professional and polite. The bill was reasonable and the food was delicious, I definitely will be coming back and recommending this restaurant to others. I pick my husband up from the L train around the corner all the time and passed the location and never noticed how big the place actually was by just driving by. The decor and ambiance reminds me of enchanted forest. Completely gorgeous!!! The rustic furniture and map out of the whole place is beyond beautiful! The back area has a roof that they closed due to the heat and sunning shinning down I assume irritating guests. Also was told there is an upstairs part. Definitely a great space and a great time! read more
2 years ago
In starting this review, I just remembered what I ate at Ainslie and I am now so pressed to figure out how soon I can revisit. For the unlimited brunch drinks, I was pretty disappointed in the options because the Spiked Iced Tea was made with Vodka (a big no), the Bellini was out, and the Prosecco in the mimosa was a little flat. The cocktails were better but not an options for unlimited. The food however, had me head over heels. I chose the Orecchiette (with chicken) and my table split the Wood Fired Rosemary Wings. WOW. Those wings are what earned Ainslie a spot on my Favorite Wing Spots Yelp Collection! Writing about them right now has me craving them and wishing I could recreate them in the wood fired oven that I do not have in my house lol. Aside from recommending that people try both of these dishes, my only recommendation would be to make a reservation ahead of time. Even with reservations, my party of 6 had almost a 30 min wait on a Sunday at 2 pm. I'm glad the wings were worth the wait but going forward, I would probably opt for going during a way less hectic time where I'm not awkwardly hovering over a table eating while trying to dodge large tray laden servers as well as other guests trying to catch and ride the vibe. read more
Beautiful rustic venue, good food, fast takeout service. The pasta alla vodka and calamari hit the spot on this rainy night and ordering online was fast, had my order neatly packed and ready for pickup in about 15 minutes. Some dishes were ok (cauliflower was a bit bland, meatballs were swimming in a lot of oil), but Overall enjoyed the experience! read more
2 years ago
I came here for bottomless brunch with friends Saturday morning. We had a reservation at 11:45 am but we weren't able to be seated until our entire party had arrived. This is such a beautiful place! There's the front dining room with a bar. There's a back dining room with a bar and an upstairs dining room. I love the vibes here. There's a DJ on the first floor. Everyone needs to participate in bottomless (regardless of alcoholic or not). 2 people in my group didn't drink so they got pineapple, orange, and grapefruit juices. It's $32 a person. You could be charged an additional amount depending on the entree you get. What we ordered: - Meatball panini: it came with a side salad and I liked this a lot and felt it was worth the price ($32) - Caesar salad - truffle fries: these were mid and I would pass on ordering these - omelette - steak and eggs For the drinks, we got Bellinis, minimosas, and iced tea. We all loved everything we got! Service was pretty good too and they were attentive. I would definitely come back! read more
5 months ago
11 months ago
Honestly one of my favorite brunch spots in the city. The food and drinks are good and for the price, you really can't beat it. I recommend the prosciutto panini or the burger! But everything I've had there has been enjoyable. Highly suggest making a reservation especially on the weekend as it gets extremely crowded. Only complaint ever is sometimes the wait staff gets busy, so also recommend asking for another round of bottomless drinks any time they come by. read more
Finding Ainslie was like finding gold. Ainslie has so much going for it besides the fact that it's probably the best mixed-crowd turn-up spot in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. I could not have picked a better spot to reconnect with my Bestie. When I arrived, the restaurant was buzzing with guests, and although I had to wait several minutes to be seated, I found myself swept up in the genetic energy of the crowd. Once seated, however, it was smooth sailing and had lots of smiles. Our waiter was terrific, and although there was a time limit, she went out of her way to make sure that our party kept on rolling as she found seats for us at the bar and ensured the drunks kept flowing. The food and bottomless bellinis were both excellent. I had the pasta with grilled chicken, and I devoured it because it was perfect in flavor and presentation. I also enjoyed the teeumasui for dessert. As I mentioned in the beginning, finding Anisile was like finding gold, a type of gold you don't want to share, but alas, you must because you want others to experience that feeling of joy that only comes when everything feels and tastes deliciously golden. read more
2 years ago
This is a neighborhood go to for me. The spot is incredibly cozy. The service is attentive, welcoming and friendly. I want to try new things when I come but I always end up getting the wood fired pizza, the broccoli rabe and the house pappardelle which is fantastic. You can never go wrong with homemade pasta. read more
6 months ago
Love everything about this awesome vibes establishment. If a six star review was allowed, Ainslie be scored as such. This is by far the best place to dine, mingle and just enjoy a great time. Oh did I mention they serve up great Italian food all around with some of the friendliest staff. This is truly a MUST in Williamsburg. read more
1 year ago
Great bottomless brunch if you can get a reservation- definitely be sure to check resy early, this is not a spur of the moment spot! Very popular, which makes things loud but that's to be expected at brunch. Tables had benches or chairs with high backs which I always appreciate if I'm going to have a beverage or two. Bottomless mimosas were flowing and our server made sure to warn us when we were getting close to our 90 minute limit. Food was yum, vibes were fun. We will be back! read more
Would highly recommend coming for their brunch deal, it is a really good deal of $32 bottomless drinks AND entree included which is so cheap. I do wish they are able to seat an incomplete party and just start the time when seated because that was a bit annoying. The interior decor is holiday-themed and very cute vibe and was quite busy. Very spacious place. The drinks were pretty attentive and constantly filled with the carafes at the table. The pasta was quite good, I wasn't sure which one I wanted but the orecchiette with pesto was flavorful. I don't think the service towards the end was that great as we had to go and grab our server for our check because they seem to move on once you reach the end of your time limit. read more
Went with some girlfriends for brunch and it was LIT! DJ was on 100 and played all the vibes. Now moving on to food...I was a little nervous with it being a bottomless brunch. But then the food came out and I was taken aback on how tasty it was. Favs were the WOOD FIRE WINGS (perfect char served with a creamy yet chunky blue cheese) and the KALE CEASAR salad (perfectly seasoned and just the right amount cheese) . Has to be one of the best brunches in Brooklyn and I'll def be back. read more
2 years ago
Amazing service. Our waitress was amazing, We had the bottomless brunch and it was delicious. If you are looking to get your money worth, eat well and get tipsy. This is your place ! The ambience was amazing as well. read more
2 years ago
i had dinner here and was excited to be back after coming to a birthday brunch here back in april. when i came here for the first time back then, i THOROUGHLY enjoyed the food, especially the cacio e pepe. i felt the dishes we were given as part of this bottomless brunch menu were plentiful and delicious, and the ambiance in the back of the restaurant was beautiful. i was not disappointed the second time coming here. we ordered the gnocchi with tomato pesto which was a dinner special, the pappardelle, the cacio e pepe, two side dishes of brussel sprouts and beets, and the boscaiola pizza. my favorites were definitely the cacio e pepe and the boscaiola. not much to say about the cacio e pepe except that it was delicious cheesy and peppery goodness. the boscaiola pizza was so good- the truffle oil and the guanciale and the mushrooms practically melted in your mouth and was just savory umami perfection. the gnocchi was sadly overcooked, it was almost mushy, but the tomato sauce was still delicious. the pappardelle was good, it wasn't anything special but nothing to complain about. overall, i was pretty pleased with my second time at ainslie and it's definitely still a stand out restaurant experience in brooklyn. the ambiance at dinner time was more dark and moody, with nice ambient lighting and some quirky music choices lol. read more
3 years ago
Came here with a reservation for a party of 8 on saturday evening. Generally with parties of 8 or more they require us to order from the prefixed family style menu. Our group had some dietary restrictions so they kindly allowed us to just order normally from their menu. Here's what we got: Vodka Pasta - good, satisfies the craving but found it to be a little watery Cacio e Pepe - AMAZING and a must get here! It is perfection Margherita Pizza - also just ok, definitely satisfies the craving but nothing out of this world Eggplant Ravioli - this was my least favorite, it was very average and not very flavorful Chocolate Cake - another must here! Can't go wrong with a warm, gooey, molten lava cake Tiramisu - wouldn't get it here, was ok Baked Banana Bread Pudding - really really yummy! would recommend. Overall, our craving were satisfied and this is a great place to get italian food in the area! read more
I've been here 5 times and I'll always come back. Ainslie is a go-to spot for my friends and I. We started with the burrata (delicious) and got the Orecchiette, Fusilli Bolognese, and Chicken Milanese for our entrees, and the Honey Deuce for our drinks. Everything was so good! The portion sizes are also pretty good for both the food and drinks. The atmosphere of the place is amazing--combination of cozy & rustic and modern & trendy. The service is amazing as well--everyone is super sweet and will go above and beyond to make your meal/celebration. It's best to make a reservation--it gets pretty busy on weekend evenings so make a res to guarantee a table! read more
3 years ago
This is my go to brunch. It's always consistent. Food is affordable and you get great portions. Be mindful that mimosas are premade and on tap. So it's not a lot of Prosecco. But, the other drink options are awesome! Staff is accommodating. Love the bartender who works at the back bar. I don't know his name. I went two weekends in a row and will come back again. Need to try dinner. Steak and eggs are always on point. Space is massive and pretty read more
Fun beer garden. It is a little noisy as the restaurant was packed, so if you prefer a quiet intimate dinner, this may not be your place. But if you are in the mood for noise, fun and laughter, Ainsley is the spot, The beer, cocktails, starters and entrees were all delicious. They serve you as soon as the items are ready. We enjoyed the chicken wings, arugula salad, burrata, french fries and the house marinated olives. For dinner, we had the pasta pomodoro, cacio e pepe and house made papardelle. Good portions and we had leftovers. read more
2 years ago
What a fabulous brunch spot. Very busy, but they do reservations. thankfully they had immediate seating on the patio and it wasn't too hot so I sat there with no issues. Staff are friendly and services was fast. Full bar with tons of specialty drink options. My vegetarian order was the Margherita pizza and a side of fries! read more
2 years ago
Very pretty restaurant in Williamsburg! High ceilings, lots of greenery. It was fairly empty on a Sunday evening which was nice- almost felt like we were privately dining. They even have happy hour options on a Sunday until 8pm which is quite generous. The watercress endive salad was yummy and fresh. Also had the cheeseless pizza with lots of fresh tomatoes and arugula. The wood oven pizza crust was thin and crispy! I just wish their vegan options were more robust/ creative and satisfying. Some plant-based protein would be nice. I didn't know they had vegan cheese options- it was not on the printed menu. I saw it on their website, but not the PDF menu. So TBD if they really do serve vegan cheese. Service was good for a big party and nice for family-style celebrations. They were slow to respond to emails/ social media messages hence was not really able to be accommodated well for my dietary restrictions. I only got a response after my visit and it would have been useful to know those answers before I dined there. Overall seems like a decent option for a celebration but not really if your group has dietary restrictions. Would recommend those with restrictions do ala carte separately to be fair to them, which I did not know was possible until after the meal (as the response from the restaurant came late). They do have gluten-free pasta, and the vegan options are just vegetarian things minus the cheese. read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
I came here for date night and I must say I was pleasantly surprised with the service and food. The woodfire wings are heaven on earth! We had the salmon and lasagna for our main course which were good. We will be back for the wings for sure read more
Beautiful atmosphere and the interior of the building is so well decorated. It has such a romantic vibe inside and the patio is also well decorated. I had been here once before and enjoyed their pizzas so we came again to try more of their food. Originally it was a nice day out Friday so we sat on the patio but the storm completely changed that. Crisis was quickly averted as they let us sit more inside of the patio to avoid the rain. Service was really friendly and efficient. The food this time was just ok. For starters we got the shrimp scampi and this came with a piece of bread. We weren't sure how to eat this but decided on dipping the bread in the sauce. Overall a little too salty. The salmon and the chicken were both bland. The potatoes that came with the salmon at least had some seasoning. The lemon with the chicken helped add some flavor. The portions here are great and we had plenty left over. Would I try this again? Probably again for their pizzas. This would be great for big groups or even an event. We saw one happening and they were well taken care of. read more
Found this place on yelp we decided to go here for brunch with the girls. We were seated right away. Had a great time at the bar before getting seated bartender was awesome. The waitress was on point always checking on us kept our glasses full during the happy hour unlimited drinks for $32 was good as well. Love the decor love The DJ !! total vibe. ! Can't wait to come back again to try their other dishes and bathrooms are nice and clean. I love this place. read more
1. Customer service is exceptional! 2. The aesthetics and vibe of this place are overall beautiful!! They have great music playing too! (I went on a Sunday) 3. Went for bottomless brunch and the pizza was delicious. I also did the family style bottomless menu and I was skeptical it wasn't going to be enough for our whole table but it was! The food was pretty good and I loved the peach belini read more
2 years ago
Showed up for brunch with my fiancé and infant son and they were very accommodating, even provided a high chair. We did the bottomless brunch, trying the spiked iced tea, Bellini and mimosa. We ordered the Cacio e Pepe and penne alla vodka adding chicken to both and an order of saltimbocca pizza to share. Everything was delicious. Ainslie is a pretty large space with seating in the front, back, upstairs and outside. We'll definitely be back. read more
3 years ago
Ainslie: Beautiful atmosphere and interior is very eye catching. Great place to get brunch or dinner. Food 4/5: - Ordered the Truffle Fries and Roasted Cauliflower for appetizers. Truffle Fries were definitely better. The cauliflower can be skipped. - The pizzas tasted good and there's a good variety, however portion was slightly on the smaller side. We had a group of 6, so you should order 3 pizzas so that there is enough - Cacio e pepe was also a favorite amongst the table. Very light and flavorful. - Order the honey deuce (cocktail). Very refreshing and hits the spot. Tasted great. Atmosphere 5/5 - Very welcoming w/ a beautiful interior. - Lots of florals with exposed wood - Didn't expect such loud music indoors, which is why we opted for the outdoor seating. Outdoor seating is more conducive to conversation. Service: 5/5 - Very attentive staff willing to make modifications to dishes to satisfy the whole group - Constantly checking in on our table to make sure we were having a good time read more
10 months ago
3 years ago
Ainslie was an accidental find, and now I want to pitch my experience to a Hollywood exec as "Serendipity 2: Food Serendipity" (it's a working title, okay?), with John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale reprising their roles as hapless New Yorkers.....this time with hunger! I rarely rave about Italian-American restaurants because they all blur together in the same mishmash of saucy goodness, but I will definitely remember Ainslie's food. For one, those Wood Fired Rosemary Wings need to be patented. Such perfect char paired with such strong rosemary. Melt-in-your-mouth chicken bursting with herbs. Is there anything better? The Saltimbocca pizza was thin (the way I like it), crisp and baked to perfection. And the House-Made Pappardelle was al dente succulence at its best. Heck, even the Mason Jar Cheesecake we spontaneously ordered was soft and creamy and too damn good for its own.....good. The space is drop-dead gorgeous, both outside and inside. Who doesn't love strung lights, high ceilings, draping vines, and exposed wood beams? There's enough space here to fit the entire population of France, which is perfect for those family reunions you don't want to host. Will be back. read more
Brunch here is crazy busy, make sure you make a reservation if trying to come on the weekends. We were told they weren't taking walk ins but we were able to grab two seats at the bar. Wasn't looking for a regular mimosa so we ordered two Lost Tropics, passion fruit mimosa's in a can, that were refreshing and light. To snack on we ordered the burrata to share. It came with their house made flat breads. Absolutely delicious but some parts were a little burnt, didn't bother us we used those pieces to soak up the left over olive oil. The burrata was super tasty, the pesto was great but 100% needed more it was so good. Definitely want to come back for bottomless brunch when we actually remember to make a reservation. read more
Definitely a nice spot! A very large group of us came here to celebrate a birthday. The menu was prix fixed do to the large group. However the bday girl did get to pick what items she wanted for her prix fixed brunch. The food was all really good!! The faves were deff the bruschetta, meatballs, pita, pizza, French toast wasn't my fave but everyone else really liked it. The service started a little slow, but once things got going they were quick at refilling the bottomless drinks and bringing out the food. FYI - if you're in the back area where all the large groups are beware it's freezing back there. Food for large groups is served family style Everyone in your party has to be there in order to get seated Music they play is it's a lot of pop and popular songs read more
Came here for bottomless brunch on the 4th of July and it was a great deal -- $30 for unlimited spiked iced tea, mimosas, and bloody marys along with an entree. Our server was so sweet and the vibes were great since the restaurant is super well decorated inside. I have to say the food was a little disappointing though. I got the meatball panini and it was fine, maybe a little heavy on the bread. Other people in my party complained that the avocado toast and omelette were not very good. Overall, if you're looking for a cheap bottomless brunch and don't care too much about the food, I think this spot is a good option. But if you're looking for amazing brunch food, you'll probably be a bit disappointed. read more
Came here on a Saturday at 5 PM and it was fairly busy but me and my friend got a table quickly outside the inside. Music was pretty loud so we decided to eat outside. However, the outside was also fairly loud as well but better the service was OK. we ordered the burrata, which was delicious a little bit of a small portion, but good for two people. I got the penne vodka with chicken and my friend got the lasagna. She said it was really good. I liked my penne vodka, but there was a pool of oil in the sauce and I felt like it was a little thin. It tasted good. The pasta was cooked correctly. The grilled chicken was good. read more
Walked in on a Thursday night and there was no wait. Pretty spacious interior with casual bench seating. The decor is very nice inside- brick walls with leafy vines all over the walls. We ordered the Diavola (spicy salami) pizza to share and individually- caccio e Pepe and penne vodka with sides of breaded chicken. The food came out very quickly- especially the pizza. The pizza was good and the red sauce was very savory. I wish it was a little less soggy. The penne vodka was flavorful but the caccio e Pepe was a little bland. I think the breaded chicken could be crispier and more flavorful. We felt rushed even though we weren't there for that long. The server came a few times asking us if we're done with our food. Then he offered the dessert menu. Finally I told him that we were still talking but I'm not sure if he got the hint. I was confused because the restaurant was only 30-40% full so I didn't understand why we were rushed. Lots of restaurants in Brooklyn. This didn't stand out. read more
1 year ago
I'm consistently impressed by every single part of the Ainslie experience! It's become a solid go-to in Williamsburg. Everything in the menu is wonderful. But, I must say, the lasagna is literally some of the best I've ever had in my life. The staff is always super helpful and kind. And the space screams cozy, romantic, warm, robust. read more
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76 Ainslie St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
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Is the outdoor covered and heated? Thanks!!
It is covered, but when I went it was hot outside and I did not see a heat lamp. I wonder as it gets colder wound they add one but I think you would have to call to confirm.
If you bring a child, is the child also charged full price if they sit at table for bottomless brunch? We were charged full price for our child at my friends table, and wanted to make sure if it was mistake or not.
Only if the child is drinking bloody marys and mimosas
Do they take cash or only card?
How eva you want to spend ur money, they will take it...
Is the only brunch option to do the family-style menu, or is there an a la carte for if you only have 2 people?
Oh they absolutely have the a la carte version too They dong advertise it though but the regular menu is available too
Does the $28 bottomless brunch include an entree or is that just for drinks?
Sure that package includes also a brunch entry and select brunch cocktails fir big groups 8 or more package is $38
Is Ainslie kid-friendly during brunch? Do you offer high chairs?
Yes, they do and are very accommodating
How loud is it on a weekend? Can you hear yourself talk?
It is loud but you can still have a conversation. But if you're sensitive to sounds it might be a little loud.
Is happy hour for the bar area only?
Happy Hour is throughput the entire restaurant - hope this helps😊
What time do you stop serving food? Drinks?
Hi Megan, Our kitchen closes at 11pm Sunday and Tuesday-Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 12 midnight. Drinks available until close.
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