Get an appetizer. The fair prices DO reflect the plates BUT they ARE worth the prices. Yummy. Confused? Tired of cheap prices mean you go home with a doggy bag full of spaghetti? It's a fair price and you'll like it all. Also....Great ambiance. I hope to be back when it's warm enough to have the windows open to the street. Super nice people. Park Slope has it all. read more

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This Park Slope spot is a great place to grab a bite and catch a game. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with plenty of TVs for sports fans and a nice outdoor seating area that's perfect on a beautiful day. I ordered the burger topped with crumbled blue cheese, caramelized arugula, crispy prosciutto, and balsamic glaze on a brioche bun, served with fries. The burger was flavorful, with the salty prosciutto and sweet balsamic glaze working really well together. The fries were absolutely delicious--crispy, well-seasoned, and hard to stop eating. My only minor critique is that the blue cheese wasn't my favorite addition. I think a milder cheese might have complemented the other flavors a bit better, but that's just personal preference. Everything else was spot on. The bartender was also incredibly sweet and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Between the food, friendly service, and relaxed atmosphere, I'd definitely come back. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Black Oak's Burger - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Had dinner here last night. Unfortunately, the service was slow and disorganized, and the food was mediocre. Service: Our cocktails took over 10 minutes to arrive after ordering. My wife's Aperol spritz arrived another 10 minutes after the rest of the drinks. We ordered two salads; one arrived earlier than the other, and it was the wrong salad. We also ordered a margherita pizza for our daughter. After multiple follow-ups with our server, it finally arrived 20 minutes after the other mains had been delivered. We received a perfunctory apology, but at that point, it really should have been comped. Food: My wife ordered the mussels and felt sick afterward. I ordered the Black Oak burger with fries, and it was pretty underwhelming. The fries were soft and undercooked. Overall, the food had a dining hall quality to it; not what you'd expect from a restaurant in NYC. The overall atmosphere and vibe were good, but the service and food fell way short. I've been to Black Oak in the past and had a much better experience, so perhaps last night was just a fluke. I certainly hope so. read more

I love black oak! The weekend brunch is delicious, I love the options. The staff is always kind and accommodating. It truly is a lovely neighborhood joint. I feel lucky to live here, and it's for places like this! I haven't tried nearly enough menu items, but I generally love the happy hour menu and brunch. read more

My best friend and I came here for brunch on Sunday, and everything from the food to the vibes to the drinks was really good. It was pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making a reservation. Surprisingly, we didn't order any appetizers. For my entrée, I had the steak and eggs with potatoes, salad, and toast. The steak was cooked perfectly--well seasoned, juicy, and so good that I didn't even need sauce. I ordered it medium-well and it came out exactly right. My best friend had eggs, bacon, potatoes, and toast, and she said everything was fresh and delicious. We both ordered mimosas--I had the strawberry mimosa and she had the orange--and they were so good. Our waitress was amazing and checked on us regularly. I'll definitely be back to try their dinner menu. read more

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Came here solo dolo just cause after work. Sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive. She gave me some recommendations for food but I let her surprise me between the few choices she suggested. She ultimately got me the short rib pasta and I must say I was pleased I added on cheese and red pepper flakes. When I tell you I left nothing back. My margarita was delicious too. If I'm in the neighborhood I would 100% return read more

Black Oak on Fifth - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

What a difference Perhaps we caught them on a bad night for our previous visit. We enjoyed our meal, including the cocktails. We went on "Pasta Tuesday." Both of our pasta dishes were delicious. The Paper Plane cocktail was good. The Dill With It cocktail was creative and well-balancedl. The room is comfortable and the service was attentive. read more

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A nice restaurant, that's maybe a little bit on the pricier end. The owner is so friendly and sweet and the service is very warm accommodating. Being in Park Slope it's very kid friendly. We've come a handful of times, typically during the pasta Tuesday deal and during brunch. Brunch can be very crowded which does show it's well loved. Despite only just noticing their oven for pizza, I've actually never gotten pizza from here. Described as an Italian restaurant it definitely leans more Americana to me. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Such a lovely spot tucked into one of the nicest areas of Brooklyn -- surrounded by tons of charming little restaurants and quaint shops that make it perfect for a casual night out or date night stroll. I stopped in for dinner and everything was excellent. The happy hour deal is definitely worth checking out! I had the bolognese, and it was so good -- flavorful, perfectly cooked, and that ideal al dente texture. I started with the burrata appetizer, which was the perfect beginning, and paired everything with a lemon drop martini that was beautifully balanced and refreshing. The vibe is welcoming, the staff is friendly and they have good bathrooms! I'll absolutely be coming back! read more

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Let's Yelp about it!!!!!!!! Sooo good! Food and drinks are delectable. The place is so cozy and the vibe is just right for a quick meet up or getting a solo bite to eat. Staff very friendly and accommodating. I visited my childhood stomping grounds and decided on this place for brunch with my daughter back in January. Although, I no longer live in NY whenever I am in town, I'd definitely pay this place another visit. read more

We booked a table for 2 an hour before dinner and were able to get a low top table. It was crowded which was a good sign. All the food looked good at neighboring tables. It was loud, so somewhat hard to hear and not too dark. We ordered prosciutto arugula pizza and tricolor pasta and chocolate flan with orange sauce. The service was really attentive. Parking on street. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Prosciutto Arugula Pizza & tricolor pasta - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This was a great restaurant to stop by before going to an event at Barclays Center. Walking distance to the stadium and there's lots of food options to choose from. I really enjoyed the burger and pizza. I'll be back! read more

This place was clutch. We had the sausage pizza with honey to share, a steak wrap and steak and eggs. All were delicious! The mimosas were good each with just a hint of your flavor of choice. I'd pass on the sangria next time. The service was pretty good they provided us with a high chair. I'd definitely come back to try the pasta. read more

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I came here for brunch with high hopes and a growling stomach. The service was excellent--attentive, warm, and genuinely kind--but the food felt like a missed opportunity wrapped in marinara. I ordered the Eggs in Purgatory, which looked like it wanted to be shakshuka's Italian cousin but forgot to bring the flavor profile. The sauce lacked depth, the egg was fine but unremarkable, and the whole dish landed somewhere between "comfort food" and "well, that's... food." The side of crostini was serviceable, though it didn't really help elevate the dish. Now, credit where it's due: the Bloody Marys were killer--spicy, bold, and honestly the highlight of the meal. If I come back, it'll be for the drinks and the friendly staff, not the food. I wanted to love this place. I gave it a real shot. But when the best part of brunch is your drink and your waiter, that's telling. If you're in the neighborhood and thirsty? Sure. Hungry? Maybe look elsewhere. read more

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I've been living on Staten Island for 30 years and when it comes to Italian food I can tell the story. Black oak on 5th is an Italian Restaurant designed for south slope yuppies who don't know the real. I placed an order of parpadelle bolognese and a side of pinza, the pinza took 10 minutes to table and I got the parpadelle bolognese at 9:34pm...WOW. The pinza tasted like olive oil on pita bread, it gave me a craving for hummus but the big let down was the parpadelle that had the texture of marshmallows and the bolognese that was a complete let down with no flavor, just imagine someone separating chef boyardee gravy from the pasta and there you have Black oak's bolognese...very sad! I was trying this place out to bring my family here on Saturday and I'm glad I did this place was a big failure. The waitress was generic at best but she was the only waitress there even on a Monday. This place is a horror movie but those park/south sloper's will eat anything as long as it voted for Kamala Harris read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Parpadelle Bolognese Pinza - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A great restaurant in a really nice area of Brooklyn. I picked this place because I had a book event I was attending right down the street. My cousin and I met here and sat together at the bar. The staff is friendly and welcomed us as soon as we walked in. The bartender was great and we had a nice conversation with her. For a starter we ordered the Frito Misto which consisted of calamari, shrimp, and zucchini fried in a tempura batter. Tempura is one of my favorite batters and this starter was cooked perfectly. Very large shrimp was the highlight. Then my cousin and I shared the diavola pizza and Black Oak's burger. WOW! both were cooked perfectly. The pizza description mentioned it would be on spicy side but it wasn't too much. The burger was huge! I really loved all the food. I had no complaints with anything. It was such a nice time catching up with family while sitting at the bar. I would highly recommend when visiting the area. read more

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Solid brunch spot with lots of options, amazing breakfast pizza, and seating for larger parties. My son also loves their pancakes!

Cute restaurant, staff very friendly and efficient! Food came out well. Ordered: Burrata, Meatballs, Cacio e Pepe and chicken. Spent about 2hrs there with laughters which including two glasses of wine and dessert with friends but I forgot to take pictures of the dessert.. read more

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Very good really really good wings Delecious pasta can't go wrong but I would skip the mozzarella sticks they where not bad but just not the star server was very nice great service also great happy hour the drinks where bomb will be coming back read more

Came here on a Wednesday for happy hour. The restaurant is very cozy and inviting. We were able to pick where we wanted to sit. I got a burger which was a standard tasty burger and came with fresh greens and blue cheese, which I enjoyed. The service was very slow but this was not the waitstaff's fault as the establishment only had 1 waitress for all the tables inside and outside. The place was pretty full for a Weds evening but it also is in a very popular area. Another discrepancy was we were charged the non happy hour price for one drink. When we asked about it, it was said because we ordered after 7pm but the menu says happy hour is 4-8. Nevertheless they fixed it on the bill. Overall the food was good but they need more waitstaff. read more

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We had a reservation at 7 and the place was not crowded but 15 later every table was filled. Server was attentive the drinks were good. We like Budweiser beer which they did not carry but Miller highlife beats the IPA crap in the hood. The rotation of the pizza oven was neat. The food was good we had a Pizza and fried misto calamari, zucchini, appetizers. Two burgers the fries great and the crabmeat pasta which was ok. The high top Tables were nice we would come back to Black Oak. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I visited Black Oak on Fifth in Brooklyn and had the Black Oak Burger, which had a really good taste. I also tried the calamari, which was tasty, though I wasn't a fan of the dipping sauce. The highlight for me was definitely the margarita, perfectly balanced and refreshing. read more

I've visited here more three times, so I can officially say this place has earned my trust. This spot is reliable and dependable, especially when it comes to brunch, which is rare!! The brunch menu never misses. The challah French toast has become my go to, it's so comforting, soft, and just the right amount of sweetness. The ricotta pancakes is also a winner and good contender to the French toast. However I consistently show up for the rosemary potatoes! Everything comes out fresh and consistent, which is why I know I can count on this place when I need a no stress, delicious meal. Staff is always on point. Friendly, attentive and they don't rush you out. I've asked for recommendations, and they actually know the menu and give honest answers. The vibes are undefeated. The three times I visited me and my group were seated immediately. This spot has a late brunch until 3:45, and rarely has been packed. It's chill enough for a slow brunch with friends. The food is fire, the service is consistent, and the brunch game is strong. By the third visit, I realized this isn't just a restaurant I like, it's one I depend on. read more

4.5 stars Found this place and was excited to check it out so we planned a joint birthday dinner for 11 on a Saturday night. We made a reservation for 7pm and arrived to a quiet setting. We were seated at the bench closest to the pizza ovens which was comfortable and we had the perfect amount of space. The place did definitely fill up and get pretty loud while we were there so the reservation was a good idea for us. Our server, Joseph, was great! He was very patient with our group that was trying to decide what we were getting. I, myself am pretty indecisive about food and always enjoy a good recommendation. We ended up ordering the calamari, octopus, meatballs and prosciutto with burrata. Everything was good, but the prosciutto and burrata were extra yummy. I also got the ricotta and honey which I can't often find on menus and it was so yum! I always think it's funny when our group orders drinks that amount to like half what the food costs lol we also got 3 pizzas - margherita, burrata and the diavola. Honestly, I wasn't wowed by any of them and actually could have done without any pizza (to be fair I didn't try the margherita bc it was on the other far side of the table). Others enjoyed the pizza and the burrata was a hit. For entrees, we got the short rib tagliatelle, cacio e pepe, linguini with white clams, oricchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe (my recommendation), parpadelle Bolognese, with fries and brussel sprouts with pancetta. Everyone seemed to really like their dishes and the cacio e pepe and short rib were a hit. I liked my oricchiette and it was as described - creamy flavorful and I don't normally enjoy pasta like that. I also enjoyed the brussel sprouts a lot. We got all sorts of drinks from the bar and we got some bottles of montepulciano which were really good. For dessert, we got some cappuccino, espresso, tiramisu, Nutella calzone and affogato. They did a nice little candle and birthday song and the desserts were refreshing! The affogato ice cream had this nice crunchy exterior as well and it tasted delicious with the espresso. I had a great time with my friends and Joseph was awesome all around! I'm glad we liked him so much because though we added extra gratuity for him, it is not noted anywhere (until you get the receipt AFTER you pay) that the tip percentage is based on the total check AFTER taxes so it can definitely add up. Like I said, Joseph was awesome so I'm glad (and hope) he got the extra, but it's something to keep in mind. As someone else mentioned, this restaurant is on Seated and you can download the app and earn rewards back. You can get credit for your first dine when you sign up with code melissa1041. Happy eats! :) read more

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01/08/24: What an amazing neighborhood gem. Women/family owned.From entering one feels very welcomed. Low key, chic, elegant decor. Classy yet simple serving American Italian dishes, wood fire pizza and full bar. My drink of choice Illyia, spotted Prosecco as an ingredient it was a must have. As I cannot have grapefruit they substitute pineapple. Delicious and presentation was on point almost too pretty to drink. My dinner mates had the Boulevardier they enjoyed immensely. Bit strong for one, however the shot of orange juicier added throughout the consumption made it perfect. Dinner, we chose multiple items and consumed family style. All delicious and pleasant to the pallet, we all had favorites but nothing disappointed. Burrata Pizza made in the oven on premise was on the thin crust side, non greasy which I love. Pure deliciousness in each bite. My favorite was the Cacio e Pepe who knew cheese and black pepper on pasta would be yummy. We added grill shrimp which made it even better. Fritto misto hit with the entire table but as I can't really can't do fried foods I only sampled a bit. People the fried cauliflower, wasn't expecting to enjoy as I did. But then again what doesn't taste good fried. Grilled Octopus: of the best I've had. Only thing needed maybe some form of sauce. Paccheri seafood: so fresh, tomato sauce not overpowering, another savory dish. Salmon with salad. My least favorite. I felt needed a bit more seasoning , but also I think I'm just salmon out so these days salmon no longer does it for me. But definitely try because others enjoyed. Our server Paula simply amazing. Attentive, engaging, knowledgeable about menu and recommendations and all around pleasant. While waiting I had direct view of the bar and I must say bartender gave it her all when making drinks such concentration. Each time server passed our table with a drink you mainly heard oooh what's that that looks good..lol It's rare I give 5 stars as something always out of sync. But from start to end Black Oak earned my 5 stars. Ultimate bonus. They are on Seated. Who doesn't like a little monetary back on dining out. Reviewers download seated app use code michelle1454. You're welcome. read more

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Food, Service, and Ambiance were top notch! The Oricchiette Con Salsiccia (Sausage) was truly wonderful!...wanted a second bowl, but decided to restrain myself. already planning to return to sample the other menu items. Sausage pizza was also quite enjoyable. read more

Great service & amazing food & cozy interior. Was there in the fall & I had a cider themed cocktail, butternut ravioli & spouse had the burger. We shared the tiramisu - it's huge & was AMAZING. read more

Pleased with the food--my pizza was tasty and a good amount for the money. The 15 year-old loved his steak, like, LOVED it, and my wife said her sesame tuna was "good." The issues: only one waitress on a crowded Thursday night and the place was VERY loud, especially with a bunch of screaming kids, which added to the din. Would I go back? Maybe, if conversation was not a priority. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Yummy sausage pizza - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Wanted to visit as I've previously only been for a drink. The brunch was really good. The service was on point without being intrusive. And hello affordable brunch drinks! Lively environment. We WILL be back. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Phenomenally priced brunch drinks in addition to their full cocktail menu. - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I LOVE this spot. The food is incredible! I've tried the salmon, pizza, meatballs, & buffalo wings - everything is delicious. The service is always top notch and everyone is so kind and helpful. Walking in the ambiance is warm, cozy and welcoming. If you haven't been- definitely go check it out! read more

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Debated between 2 and 3 stars: The place was crowded on an October, Thursday, at 7:00. I walked blocks to not go to this restaurant...but I had to find something soon so I decided to give this place another try, after two previous 2-star experiences. The food is really max 2-stars. The service? Nice but very slow. The food this visit... Halibut with Roasted Rainbow Potatoes and Spinach. Halibut OK..not over or under cooked. Potatoes very good. Spinach? Very not good. Overcooked and not de-stemmed. Deemed a stringy choking hazard and left. Summary: NO idea other than convenience that anyone should go here. Mediocre at best. read more

Great pizza. N Brussels.. did carry out . Nice looking restaurant- cool ambiance .. fast n friendly service. read more

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We can here for drinks, Rebecca the bartender made us well balanced amazing drinks. The Cosmo was a perfect ballet slipper pink n manhattan was superb. The owner Gloria is fantastic. Next time I'll come back n try the food. read more

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Chill ambiance, cool vibes, large windows, a large open looking space with good lighting, not heavily packed and overly loud, and some solid Italian food; what more can you ask for? They have a good selection of pastas and pizzas with various different ingredients to accommodate just about anyone. We got the Short Rib Tagliatelle and the Diavola Pizza, which paired nicely. - Short Rib Tagliatelle: Served piping hot and managed to stay warm the entire time we were eating. The tomato sauce was absolutely delicious and stole the show away from the pasta or the short rib. I kept dipping my pizza slices in that sauce. - Diavola Pizza: Think of all your spicy cured meats and sausages mixed with provolone and topped with sweet honey. Ingredients make up the perfect combination of flavors you can't resist. Pizza was quite large and is good for sharing if you aren't that hungry. This is the classic Italian style thin crust pizza, where the ingredients drop on the plate the moment you pick up a slice with your hands. Even though the short rib tagliatelle stole the show, this pizza was a close second. They have a great selection of cocktails and beers on tap. Perfect restaurant to come back to as your neighborhood spot for a quick dinner. Our food arrived fast and service was great. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Short Rib Tagliatelle: $24 - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Enjoyed a nice dinner after the gym here! Shared a pizza and the rigatoni pasta. The pizza was quite good with the right amount of spice and sweetness from the honey you can pour on top. The mocktails were ok heavily hibiscus flavor couldn't really taste the other essentials in the drink read more

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I have dined at this establishment numerous times in the last two years while on business in the Park Slope area. To me a sign of a good restaurant is consistency in food and service and I have never been disappointed. A neighborhood feeling, friendly and comfortable with great food and I have never been disappointed. read more

Black Oak on Fifth - Strawberry mascarpone cake - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A bit of an odd restaurant in that it's trying to be a jack of all trades. Can't tell what it's trying to be - a sports bar, cocktail bar, pub, pasta place, pizza joint, casual, or upscale? Seems like they're throwing everything against the wall and seeing what sticks...or maybe trying to do it all! What I can say is that the staff here are nice and welcoming. They have great screens behind the bar if you want to catch the latest games. The pasta I had (cacio e pepe), wasn't bad, but not a standout. Appetizers were good. I think pizzas are the way to go here - they have some pretty legit pizza ovens in the back. They have all your alcohol needs - from beer, wine, to cocktails. Curious to see how the restaurant will evolve over time. I will definitely be back to eat some pizza, and perhaps enjoy a game when I'm in the mood for a less raucous setting. read more

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We were wandering back from an event to the LIRR station and had to pick a restaurant on 5th Avenue. The main problem is that there are too many good choices but we settled on this one. The menu looked imaginative, and the waitress chatted with us as we were checking it out at the door. Inside, there seemede like a good vibe, and we made our way to a quiet corner. I chose a back rib dish in a red sauce and Donna got an avocado salad. When the food came, the rib dish looked small in its bowl, but that was an optical illusion. The portions were perfect. Donna said that the salad was the best that she had ever tasted, and that is high praise indeed. It was an excellent hour for two people with sore feet, and they definitely made a pair of friends that day. read more

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Black Oak is a perfect little haven to dip into for a nightcap and that's just what we did on a recent warm evening. It was a Tuesday night and the street was lined with bars and restaurants that had already closed at the disturbingly early hour of 10pm. I lament often on the lack of late night options these days, but it is what it is and Black Oak was thankfully still open... and not crowded. The four of us just wanted one drink and opted to sit at one of the high boys. The space is quite inviting, whether you're having a dinner at one of the tables or at the bar/lounge section. The bar offers a decent array of cocktails, beer and wines. While I can't comment on the food, I'd definitely come back to check out what types of vegan options they have going on as I love the ambiance (dark and elegant). My glass of Sangiovese was just right. And hello, they serve pizza until Midnight, so what's not to love? read more

We had a really delightful meal here last night! It's kind of romantic-y looking, not too brightly lit, with candles on the table. Music playing but quiet enough that you can hold a conversation. It's totally casual, as befits Park Slope. Service was very good, attentive without being overbearing. Anything we needed was brought quickly. Everything we ordered was very good so I'm not going to review each dish. Everything I mention was very good We had: Focaccia, Diavola Pizza, Cacio e Pepe, Pasta Primavera, Butternut Ravioli, chicken fingers w/fries (ok, I cant really comment on the chicken fingers, they were ordered for our 3yo grandson and I didn't try them. But he ate them all) Also, the house red was a nice, full bodied, dry wine and my wife really liked the prosecco. We will definitely be back read more