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    Bacàn

    3.8 (70 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Italian Sushi.
    Jennifer E.

    Bacan has recently revamped! The new Chef and team were exceptional. You start off with an Apertivo of cheese, bread and olives (bread made in-house!). Their menu has a good range of traditional (pizzas, pastas) and innovative (Italian Sushi?! Try it you'll see...). Overall positive rating for the staff, food and ambience. Bellisimo.

    Midori G.

    We went in on a Sunday night without a reservation and were able to get a table for 2 immediately. The cocktails that I tried were all delicious and we just split a Caesar salad with added anchovies. I cannot comment on the pasta and I know this area of Williamsburg is loaded with Italian restaurants so there is a lot of competition but I can't wait to come back for a full meal sometime. The service was super attentive and the restaurant was not very busy at all. The interior is modern and trendy. The price was fair for how good everything was.

    Grandma Meatballs
    David G.

    Very cute and intimate restaurant. Lots of nice natural lighting and comfortable seats. The meatballs were pretty good! I wish the toast/bread was a bit more to accompany though. The rigatoni sauce was really good-not sure if there's an option to add protein so maybe I'll request that next time but it was good on its own. Drinks were fine, and service was attentive.

    Paper plan drink
    Maggie T.

    Came to Bacàn after finding out that the wait for Aurora across the street was an hour long. I was hesitant of Bacàn at first because of some of the Yelp reviews, but honestly, I'm surprised this place has a 3-star rating. Overall, the food was good! I got the pappardelle bolognese and I liked that the dish wasn't too heavy like it can sometimes be. That said, my main grievance about this meal was the portion size I received. It really was not a lot of food for a pasta dish and honestly wasn't super filling. I know they're going for a tapas-style experience, but since this pasta was listed under the mains section of the menu, I didn't expect to receive a tapas-sized portion. I got the Paper Plan to drink -- not sure if bourbon and aperol is a common combination, but I thought the drink was unique and tasty (if you like bourbon, that is). I did love the vibe inside the restaurant with nice lighting and cool artwork. Service was attentive with several different people waiting on us throughout the meal.

    Spaghettoni, Steak and Greens, polpo
    Darlene T.

    The food here is amazing - a little over priced but really delicious. The service however is terrible, unfortunately. Even with open spots they sat us at a table outside that was super wobbly and would tip over if we started eating. We eventually asked them to move us, which they did. Apps came out relatively normal, but the entrees took like 40 mins and we only ended up having one round of drinks because the waiter never came back to check if we wanted anything. We got the octopus, steak, and the pesto all of which were delicious. If you just go there for the food and do not have expectations of service, you will be fine.

    Rigatoni Amatriciana
    Adam M.

    You need to run, not walk to Bacàn! First of all, they seat you in the most comfortable chairs. I've never been so comfortable at dinner. Then, they served me, quite possibly, one of the absolute best meals I've ever had. The Rigatoni Amatriciana is an absolute gem of a dish and is not to be overlooked. The depth of flavor blew my mind and tastebuds. A perfect amount of spice and such a well cooked amount of guanciale. This will, no doubt, be my new comfort food. If you find yourself in Williamsburg, head over for a fantastic meal in a wonderful little restaurant.

    Cid N.

    BEST SPOT IN BILLYSBURG! Music? Check! Service? Check! Food...IT BANGS! Seriously, it's beautiful and deserves to be experienced by all. In a strange way, it feels like a home away from home. They're always very willing to accommodate whoever they can. Wine selection is also very thoughtful. Love the red wines as well. Check it out. You should be there already.

    CAesar
    Leemor Y.

    Cute Italian-based date night spot. We ordered: - gnocchi romani - (5/5) holy crap this was good. These are not your traditional gnocchi, but so flavorful and the crispy basil was perfect. - Caesar salad -(4.5/5) larger than expected which was nice. Good flavors, well balanced. Would have loved even more anchovies :) - agnolotti (4/5) - solid dish. Would be curious to try their other pastas. The vibe: we sat outside which was nice but the location is a bit awkward since it's on the corner of Grand and Kent, and theres a lot of cars/action happening. Next time I would sit inside (was a good set up in there). Overall a solid spot!

    Meghna S.

    Super cute and fun place with fancy apperitifs. I was only here for a few drinks so my review is limited to that. I must say the drinks here are a bit different so do not expected your regular run of the mill. Paradiso Spritz is super refreshing and perfect for a warm toasty afternoon. My friend ordered Negroni, it was a bit different than what you would expect. We also ordered a caprese pizza just to fill ourselves with some carbs and that one small dish could totally explain what this place is all about. Bread made in-house, mouth watering cheese, super fresh ingredients and quality food. I have to visit this place again for a proper meal to be able to justify this review.

    Hanger steak
    Jane K.

    Love the ambiance and food! The service was on point. Do not expect to get typical "Italian sized" dishes! It is an Italian tapas bar. Each dishes were exquisitely tasteful with bursting flavors. I would recommend coming here. I would recommend ordering the pasta and the pulpo! All the food is fairly healthy and taste like home cooked meal

    Aperol Sprtizer
    Kishi M.

    Nice Cozy place for drinks. They do have an authentic italian menu as well. We also ordered Bruschetta along with the drinks and the portion was very small.. The drinks were alright... nothing extraordinary.. The service was very good - kind and nice folks all around...

    Chicory Salad
    Lauren B.

    Ordered for delivery and discovered a screw at the bottom of the salad I ate. What the actual?!?!?!

    Pesto pasta
    Claire L.

    Had a great meal here with a friend! I think this would be a great date spot, the chairs were super comfy, the lighting was perfect for a date and felt intimate. My one complaint was the table next to us was a group of 5 and they were taking photos of each other all night with the flash on and were SO loud but that is certainly not the fault of the restaurant - did make me think it could be a good group dinner spot as well. We had the charcuterie board but with no meat, I imagine the meat would have been nice but friend was a vegetarian. Also got the pesto pasta with nice thick noodles that I LOVED the cook and texture of it. We also got the pistachio dessert that was so unexpectedly amazing, I wasn't sure what to expect but it was almost like a thick pudding pistachio bottom with a moist cake on top I think that might have been my fav dish of the night!

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    Amazing service! Everyone was super accommodating and attentive. Food was really good and the pasta was homemade. 10/10 recommend.

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    Valerie

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    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Amazing ambiance! We visited for a birthday dinner and were seated in a cozy, intimate corner,…read moreenhanced by the restaurant's beautifully dimmed lighting. Our server was fantastic--friendly, helpful, and highly efficient. The cocktail menu leans heavily into gin, but they are happy to mix up whatever you like. I ordered a margarita and it was excellent! For dinner, I went with the steak frites. It was absolutely delicious, and the portion was so generous that I actually had to push myself to finish it. While it's on the pricier side and maybe not an everyday dining spot, it's a phenomenal choice if you're looking for a guaranteed great experience for a special night out!

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    Dear Irving on Broadway

    4.5
    (40 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Had an awesome time at Dear Irving. We recently celebrated a friend's birthday here. We were…read morekindly greeted when we entered and directed to the elevator leading to the event space. DI reserved an area between the bar and patio for the event. Enough room for our party to gather and not impede on other patrons. I found all of the staff to be very professional and attentive while very busy. The menu has a variety of small bite options, which was shared amongst the group. Everyone seemed to enjoy them, suggesting one another to try this or that. The bartenders/ mixologists were on their A game. The drink menu is pretty extensive and from what I could see, our party choices ranged from wines to whisky's and several options between. The rooftop/patio was an extension of the comfortable but trendy decor. Great space for an evening, date or friend gathering. Dear Irving... well done. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

    I was here for an event, so didn't order entrees/mains. We did have some appetizers and finger…read morefood, which wasn't the tastiest...the best thing there were probably the lobster rolls and sliders. The drinks were very delicious, though! The bartenders were nice and made the drinks very quickly. There was one who was consistently friendly, as opposed to the blonde lady there. I'd go back again on a date night because the interior had major sexy vibes.

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    Sunken Harbor Club

    4.5
    (117 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$

    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

    Dear Strangers

    4.3
    (29 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

    Dear Strangers? Yes, they certainly treat you like one! This place is not good. They seemed…read moreunprepared to handle restaurant week. There weren't enough servers to handle the crowd and that was reflective in our dinner service. Despite being checked in on 0 times and having to flag them down for water, to order, and to get our check, their attitude wasn't warm or accommodating at all. It even came off like we were bothering our server when asking for basic things. The food was subpar. Didn't try the drinks. Maybe that's the savior? -Tuna tartare acceptable; nothing to write home about -Chicken dumplings tasted like chicken but had no bite to it. Weird and served on paper that resembled a crumpled receipt or used tissue. -Chicken cutlet was warm and soggy. No truffle flavor as advertised on the menu. Some creativity points for the accompanying foam dip but it didn't work. -Beef short rib was tasty but the single potato that come with it felt insulting and cheap. Really? One potato? -Pecan pie dessert and sorbet were really good. Sad way to finish, only enjoying the final course. Ambiance was good. Floors were super slippery because they were tiled on a snowy day. They should warn their guests about that. Lots of work to be done here and I will not be around to see it through!

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    Steight

    Steight

    4.6
    (44 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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