So glad Boutros is still doing outdoor dining, as the weather was perfect this past weekend! We stopped by for some drinks and decided to have a few appetizers. Our favorite was the hummus with short rib - the short rib was so good it should be a dish of its own! The arancini were very well done, as they were not oily/soggy at all, so they had a delicious crunch and the beef filling was great. The miso baba ghanoush was very sesame-y, a bit too much for my husband's taste. I love sesame everything so I did not mind, although I do agree the eggplant was not as noticeable. The pita bread was fresh and warm, which we really appreciated. Love this neighborhood spot! read more

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That Miso Baba Ganoush goes hard! If you're Black American, like I am, please try it. My boo and I are going back this week just to post up at the bar to order that x2. read more

Ah Boutros... Saturday night dinner with my mate. My first impression is the restaurant was warm and inviting- nice ambiance. But... They sat us under a speaker and proceeded to blast 90's soft-core, gangsta rap, heavy on the bass, for the duration of our meal. I mean, come'on... none of you listened to 90's gangsta rap back in the actual 90's back when I would've appreciated a deep bass line. I'm old now, so all that bass was annoying to me all night long. But I guess it's fair... I annoyed plenty of people with the same music back in the 90's... Anywho... the annoying music aside, I had a really special chicken entree here. I mean it was absolutely delicious and memorable in every way. The rest of our food was tasty (including a sorta sweet pork dish), but not as memorable. All-in-all, I'd say what I most remember about that night was the bass of the music, the amazing chicken dish, and paying way too much for other, less memorable, dishes. But opinions vary. You might still wanna try this one if you're in the neighborhood. read more

Came here for brunch and had the best meal! They have the absolute cutest decor and the fluffiest pita bread I've ever eaten! We ordered the burrata cheese dip with fig and fresh baked pita bread which was amazing and then I had the French toast which might be the best French toast I've had. The staff is nice and it wasn't super crowded but glad to have made reservations. For the two of us with an app, cocktails and an entree each, after tax and tip we paid $100 total. read more

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Some of the best food I've had in Brooklyn. A bold statement.... but I really can't get over the grilled octopus, the pork belly and the brussel sprouts. Pure heaven. The pork belly was my favorite dish of the night. Just the right amount of crispiness on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. The glaze that formed over it with the hint of grill flavor completely blew me away. The octopus was amazing as well. Not too chewy and unbelievable flavors, plus the potato purée underneath was a really good touch. The brussel sprouts.... some of the best I've ever had, and that's saying a lot with brussel sprouts taking over every menu out there right now. The sauce/glaze was amazing, and the sliced almonds gave it a nice crunch. Also, make sure you get a mezze plate so you can try the pita... you won't be disappointed by either (I recommend the beet hummus)! The dishes are pretty pricey for the portion size, but they are so spectacular it makes it a little better. The cocktails were really good. Not as strong as I prefer, but very solid flavor combinations. I loved the Thistle & Smoke. Definitely a good spot for an intimate date night or catching up with a friend. read more

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Amazing shawarma and fries Great coffee Great mezcal beverage (a tad sweet) French toast way too sweet (there is sugar in every element of the dish, too much). Sugar covers all other flavors. Excellent service. If they say they are full by phone still try to drop in--they'll find a space. read more

Love this place so much. Everything on their menu is fantastic but my favorite would be their pita bread and dips. SO SO good! Highly recommend! read more

First time ordering here. Got takeout. Food was still fresh and tasty. One of the best restaurants in the area. Got the pork chop, 1/2 chicken, brussel sprouts, cucumber. Would recommend them all, but especially pork chop and brussels. read more

Boutros - 1/2 chicken - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Having spent the morning searching for a new apartment in Brooklyn Heights, we decided to dine at Boutros for brunch and explore the surrounding neighborhood. The restaurant is modern and well decorated, service is solid, and the vibe is incredibly laid-back. I'm not sure if this is a Brooklyn-specific thing or whether I've become too comfortable with the idea that people are just rude and that's NYC for ya?! We ordered the Shakshuka (with poaches eggs, parsley, and house baked pita) and the Halloumi and Spinach Frittata (served with mixed greens and multigrain toast). For the price point, the portion sizes were generous. I do regret ordering the Shakshuka for brunch though - way too much pita for one sitting (that's my bad). It was delicious! Maybe it's good for sharing? And absolutely no complaints about that gigantic Frittata! Yum! We really enjoyed our meal and look forward to visiting this restaurant again! read more

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Solid, clean Mediterranean food. I ordered duck breast, which comes with some sort of grain, sour cherries and fava. The skin and meat were perfect, really nothing bad to say about the dish at all! I also tried the pork belly skewer appetizer and beignets for dessert. Both were fine, but not standout. In particular I wish the beignets came with the sauce in a ramekin for easy dipping and were a bit more fluffy. I topped off the lot with one of their signature cocktails, the "Thistle & Smoke" made with Mezcal, Cynar, honey and citrus. It was well-balanced and would make a great summer evening cocktail. In terms of ambiance I enjoyed the dark wood vibe with industrial touches. The chairs were comfortable. There's a large community table in the center back of the restaurant, so if it's busy you'll probably be knocking elbows with your neighbors. But it was quiet at 9 on a Thursday. Finally, fantastic service! I was well-taken care of and enjoyed my visit. read more

Boutros - The delicious duck entree - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Atlantic ave has come a long way since the late 90s. Boutros fits in nicely with a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern/New American mix and a strong chef that pairs quality ingredients and excellent flavors with stylized presentation. The design of the restaurant is gorgeous and inviting. Generous amount of single strung Edison bulbs hang from the ceiling and give off a gentle hue that feels intimate. I do wish the sound levels were better attenuated as it can get loud and a bit hard to hear without yelling slightly. I also would have preferred a more comfortable chair and a place to hang a coat (since the chair design doesn't allow it to be hung across the back effectively). Do yourself a favor and get creative with a custom off-menu drink. They have some housemade sodas that beg for a kick. We had a pineapple punch with rum and Ginger lemonade with vodka. But don't let some of these minor flaws obfuscate the great cuisine. We started with some mezze of Lennard crostini which was just the right amount for 4 and had a wonderful texture and flavors. Following up as apps we went for the kale tabouleh salad, mozzarella pizza and bulgur fried rice. Skip the pizza but must get bulgur & kale (PRO TIP: Mix the rice & kale for a treat). I opted for the fish which was a perfectly cooked halibut on a light bed of bok choy in a light sauce (which also works with the bulgur fried rice). My wife ordered the steak that came out exactly medium rare with a nice char on the outside. We didn't have room for dessert but felt that our whole meal was excellent. Service was solid, if a little inefficient (didn't take multiple refill drink orders when one of us ordered). Water was constantly filled and a well appointed bathroom make for a fine dining experience. We'll be coming back for sure. Also noticed they're on Seamless now too! read more

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Best pork chop I've ever had. Also: best tabbouleh and baba ganoush. Great atmosphere, super friendly staff. We stopped in on a whim and I'm so grateful we did. Ty to the chef and servers. You guys rock. read more

Really beautiful, cozy restaurant. Love the ambience of this place. The food is pretty delicious as well. We ordered a mozzarella and tomato pizza to share as a starter. It was very good and more than we could finish. For mains, I ordered the duck with freekeh, fava bean, sour cherry and coffee. Wow, this dish was really amazing! The duck was so tender and juicy and all of the elements of the dish worked really well together, despite the oddness of their combination. Portion wasn't huge, but it was enough for me. The only quibble I have with this place is due to a slight misunderstanding. During our starter, we decided to eat only half the pizza and take back the rest to save room for the entrees. We were kept waiting quite a long time, until we finally had to ask the server where our entrees were. Turns out that he had been waiting for us to finish the pizza before bringing them out. My preference is usually to have the server check up on us at some point, but I suppose flagging him down would have been appropriate this time. It happens, I guess. read more

Boutros - Duck - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

All of the food here is so good! It's a little pricey, but the food is really flavorful and creative. I love ordering the labne, a few skewers, and some of the veggie appetizers. I have also had the steak and chicken entrees and both were delicious. Definitely one of my favorite neighborhood spots! read more

I picked this place for my birthday celebration last night and it was perfect! The food was outstanding and the service and atmosphere were perfect! Tasting menu was good amount of food and for a good price. Cocktails were all super interesting and the savory babs fizz was awesome! I will definitely be back...birthday or not. read more

One of my favourite spots in Brooklyn-I remember peering in when they were setting up to open a few years ago. Have been a few times over the last 3/4 years and have never been disappointed. Went the other night, and had an incredible meal outside. The tables are far apart and at the moment they are only offering outdoor dining. We split a load of smaller dishes-fried rice, brussel sprouts, calamari, labneh and burrata. I couldn't tell you which was one was my favourite. It was such a good combination of flavours and freshness. Cannot recommend enough! read more

Alan, the owner & chef, created Boutros with his own hands, it is his pride & joy. His cooking has reached such great heights with an interesting menu with Middle Eastern touches that delight & fascinate. Short Rib Shwarma w/house made Hummus is a terrific appetizer that comes with fresh from the oven pita. Last night we began with that - how can you not we say....then the Braised Leek Salad so tangy with a shaving of cabbage . Happy to see the leek which I feel is an unappreciated vegetable. Alan does it justice ....then the piece de resistance, new on this seasonal menu - Duck Breast with a Sour Cherry & Walnut sauce which was so tender and had such compelling complex flavours. We ended our repast with house made Turkish Coffee ice cream deep with flavour. All this accompanied by two tequila cocktails chosen from an excellent bar menu. The mood inside is pleasing with woods and low lighting - a great bar and beautiful tiled floor. A great place - top quality food without pretension yet worthy of the highest praise. read more

What a disappointment for a birthday celebration! Ordered a pork shank and a duck breast for entrees. A single piece of duck with no side, pork shank is just a luke warm premade dish that is so dense and salty that burned my throat. Have to cut my loss and left without ordering dessert, fleeting out to Sahadi for sweet to mellow out the salt! read more

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One thing I'll never complain about is the explosion of new trendy and upscale restaurants opening up in the neighborhood. I'd been following Boutros' Instagram for a while (since before they opened) and finally made my way there for dinner. The space is as gorgeous as advertised. It wasn't a restaurant before, which is even more impressive. The bartender told us it was actually an ice cream shop decades ago, and they kept the floor tiling. There are cool lightbulbs hanging from strings, and tons of awesome cooking/cocktail books lining the shelves. There's also a big mossy thing on the wall behind the bar and in the bathroom. Anyway, the entrees range from $18 to $31, but I recommend doing a bunch of starters to share and a pizza if you're just 2-3 people. We did the foie gras fritters, grilled octopus, smoked halloumi, and the clam pizza. You'd think deep frying foie gras wouldn't work, but it does. I especially loved the strawberry sauce that it was set on top of. The octopus was cooked perfectly - tender and not at all rubbery. Could've gone for a little more char though. The red pepper chutney was a great complement. The grilled halloumi was basically a sizable arugula salad with watermelon. The halloumi was hidden underneath and the whole dish was a nice contrast of flavors. The clam pizza was pretty damn good as well. The crust was airy, and the clams were plentiful. It's not quite a New Haven crust, but it's probably one of the better clam pizzas in the area (which is no small feat since there are a TON of pizzerias nearby). Their beer selection was respectable, and they have a hell of a wine list. Service was great, and I'm looking forward to coming back for brunch! read more

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Perfect for a date with my husband. Unpretentious place with beautiful interior and fab food! Husband and I ordered small plates - mez & appetizers and drinks-perfection! Staff was attentive but not overbearing. I love that the menu changes often (I'd be back either way though). read more

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The food is good but the brunch service is SO disappointing!!! My boyfriend and I came here on a Sunday at noon, and the place wasn't packed or anything so we were easily seated. It took about 5 minutes to get menus and water in our glasses.... annoying but fine. Our waitress finally came back and we ordered: for me, the shakshuka and iced coffee; for my boyfriend, the avocado toast with an egg and iced coffee. The food came quickly - mine was great, his was missing the egg. The waitress turned around and quickly left without asking if we needed anything. She never came back to check on us and eventually we were able to wave down someone else to tell them the food was missing the poached egg. We also asked twice for salt without ever having it brought to the table. Finally, I got up and walked to the bar so that we could finally have salt for the avocado toast SANS egg (which desperately needed some flavor from either salt or pepper). Wouldn't come back - too pricey for the poor quality of service and mediocre food. Go to colonie nearby, it's much better food and better service (worth the wait) read more

Amazing experience and food. A great place to meet friends after work. Highly recommend the octopus!

Excellent food; great service and really good wine. The place was very well decorated, the staff are really friendly.

I've had the chance to visit Boutros (Arabic for "Peter") for brunch and dinner, and I can't rave enough about it! Up-and-coming local chef, Allen Dabagh, conjures New American cuisine that represents an interesting take on Syrian-Lebanese flavors. His restaurant, which is only a year old, is a fitting, revitalizing addition to the Little Syria neighborhood of Brooklyn, which like many ethnic neighborhoods, is threatened by gentrification. Boutros is a great spot for families, friends, and dates. The Challah French Toast with Ricotta, Pistachio Butter, Fresh Fruit, and Orange Blossom Maple Syrup was delicious and evoked nostalgic Middle Eastern flavors in a very American dish. The Duck (with Freekeh, Fava Bean, Sour Cherry, and Coffee) must be the softest and most tender duck I've ever tried! Cutting it was like slicing through butter, and its union with the cherry sauce is a match made in Heaven! It's the perfect homage to the Cherry Kababs (Kabab Bil Karaz) in Aleppo, Syria! The delicious Mozzarella, Tomato, Chili Oil, and Basil Pizza comes with a welcome addition: Aleppo pepper! The Bulgur Fried Rice with Soujouk (a dry, spicy sausage popularized by the Armenian diaspora in Syria and Lebanon), Egg, Snow Peas, Enoki Mushroom, and Sesame is another standout dish that combines Asian fusion with Middle Eastern flavors. It is rich and flavorful, but also gives you a nice cozy feeling. Also check out the Labneh toast with cucumber, radishes, and za'atar for a light take on a popular Middle Eastern yogurt dish. If you're lucky, try the Strawberry Knafeh (Ricotta, Pistachio, Cinnamon Ketaifi, Strawberry Sorbet & Consomme). It is a lighter, flavorful Ketaifi version of traditional knafeh- a popular Palestinian/Syrian/Lebanese/Jordanian dessert made with cheese pastry soaked in sweet, sugar-based syrup. Aesthetically, the interiors of Boutros are beautiful and welcoming. The chef and his staff are very warm and friendly and are willing to explain dishes. This is the perfect restaurant for any occasion: family, friends, graduations, birthdays, or that romantic date. 5/5 read more

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I was there for dinner last night and the squash kibbeh was my favorite thing on the menu. The Brussels sprouts and the short rib shawarma hummus are some of my favorites as well. The staff is super friendly and on top of checking vaccine cards to all their guest. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Food is good for the most part waiter was very polite and accommodating. I just wish the ambience was higher quality to match the prices.

Great middle eastern/ Mediterranean fusion food! Super tasty and nice ambiance and and service. Nice for brunch or date night.

Quintessential Lebanese restaurant! Exceptional food, wonderful space and friendly service. It's clearly a neighborhood go-to. When you walk in the space is warm and inviting and it seems as though everyone knows each other. The first few minutes you feel like an outsider and then the staff puts you at east and starts treating you like a regular. Chef Allen Dabagh displays the welcoming demeanor that the Lebanese are known for. Clearly, he's never met a stranger. It seems all the guests in the restaurant on Wednesday night were his friends or family. And the food! Oh, the food! Sitting at the chef's counter was like being in my grandmother's kitchen - if my grandmother had attended the French Culinary Institute. Mezze is my favorite way to eat. Small plates, spread over time. Different textures, flavors, and temperatures - it's food for my ADHD brain! The menu starts with traditional Lebanese foundations: hummus, skewers, halloumi labneh, tahini, and then brings different modifiers (e.g. peas or beets in the hummus) and spices (sumac, dukkah, za'atar) blending them in creative ways. The results are lively and delicious. New twists on ancient food. My only regret is that Allen was not serving Kibbeh Nayeh the night we went. His take on Lebanese steak tartare includes bulgur, puffed amaranth, sunflower seeds, and spring onion! And it's served with homemade pita hot from the oven. Sounds like heaven! read more

Enjoyed a lovely meal here on their sidewalk seating. There is plenty of indoor seating if that's your vibe too! We got a reservation and did hear of some folks not being able to be accommodated due to lack of res, so try to scoop one up if you can. I loved the carrot muhammara- the pomegranate on this makes for an amazing dish! The Brussel sprouts might be my favorite I've had in Brooklyn. They are crispy and the almond butter is subtle but so tasty. I was also so impressed with our cocktails! Great spot for a date or meeting up with friends. Good vibes. Will definitely be back to enjoy those Brussel sprouts again. read more

Ammmaaaaazing food great ambiance definitely worth a trip out to Brooklyn. The mistake mushrooms, the buratta, the angel pasta all vey delicious. Definitely coming back!! The ricotta cheese dessert is to die for. read more

Boutros - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We were optimistic about Boutros, but sadly it didn't live up to the prices on the menu. The vegetarian food was great. Sadly they have no idea how to prepare meat. On all 3 meat main courses they were over cooked. We sent the food back and then had a replacement that lacked basic seasoning and the steak was not cut properly. When you have colonie a few doors down, it's hard to see how this place will survive. If you do go, avoid the meat courses at all costs. read more

Very impressive place. Small menu but everything was amazing. We had a party of 6 and just shared appetizers and main courses. The pork shank was awesome. Good selection of beer and wine. Service was very good but not overly. Very cool atmosphere. Highly recommended. read more

We really enjoyed our meal. They were out of their world famous octopus -- so we had the grilled haloumi and water melon salad on wilted greens, hen we has a delicious side of "peas" -- English greek sugar snap and snow peas in a delicious sauce. They brought us a warm roll. But it was not accompanied by butter,spread or olive oil. The bass had crispy scales on it..ion a bed of greens and a curry sauce. It was tasty but the fish was no cooked well enough. The pork chop with grilled peaches was awesome! We skipped why wines -- kind of pricey - lowest was $12 for a Rioja? But we had a fresh glass of lemonade which complimented the food beautiful. Our sweet waiter was kind -- and offered to turn on the AC to combat the heat of summer. The owner is a warm host and his son runs the kitchen. We will be back for the octopus. read more

I had had one of those days, that happens once in a decade: EVERYTHING went pear shaped, capped by a spectacular wipeout on a slippery sidewalk grate. I decided I deserved a drink. So stopped in a lovely little restaurant in my neighborhood. The bartender was wonderful, the cocktail was lovely. I looked a wee bit bedraggled... not my normal, glammed up self: wasn't filming my show that night. The nice hostess was eying me a wee bit askance, but I kept texting with Courtney Love and perusing the menu. Ordered a drink, then decided to have something with "nestle sauce". Now, usually stinging plants are t my thing, but I figured "well, must be safe" and went ahead. Took a few bites while absentmindedly texting away.. then realized PAIN OUCH TONGUE OUCH NOOOO! Nettles are not your friend. Unless they've been boiled for at least five minutes. Felt like razor blades. NOT FUN. The owner came over, and took the accusatory stance that people who open restaurants but haven't brushed up on customer service, do. "We served 40 people thisfish today, and nobody else complained! said Mr. Owner. Well, bully for those fifty folks. My mouth and throat hurt like fiddledeedee. Asked how they were cooked. He mimed lowering nettles into boiling water (not great at customer service, but epic at mime), and taking them out again. "The chef blanches them", he said impatiently. Ahhh! As someone with UK roots, I have cooked nettles. They MUST be boiled. For five minutes plus. I mentioned this. Unsurprisingly, I was again oooh poohed. I shut my silly female mouth, and they comped the nettles. Not my drinks, which, while not necessary, would have made me less grumpy. So.. 28 bucks for two small cocktails, One sore mouth and throat. 10 minutes being scolded. What a FAAABULOUS experience! Not. Lots of other good (and much cheaper!!) restaurants in the neighborhood. UPDATE: The owner answered below, and demonstrates yet again his amazing flair for customer relations. Calling me a liar, saying I used "Yelp" as a threat, and using my politeness against me.. what a great way to handle this! How gracious and kind. The customer is not only always wrong here- the customer is a liar. Maybe that explains all your other one and two star reviews? Perhaps only crazy liars eat here. Not to worry: the words "not twice", apply. Well played, you. read more

Based on the reviews from Yelp, we decided to have dinner there while visiting Brooklyn, our group of six, all was pleasantly surprise for the outstanding food, chicken, beef and fish was all tasty and well prepared. Highly recommended this place. read more

Came before seeing a movie around the corner. The first thing that struck me was the cocktail list. I literally couldn't decide because they all looked fantastic. Ordered the 'Bitter Tree' and it was fantastic! My wife and I opted to order an assortment of small plates, and each was delicious. We got the miso baba, the grilled octopus, the bulger fried rice, roasted cauliflower and 2 skewers (pork belly and chicken). Everything was wonderful, and it was the perfect amount of food for us. Very recommend! read more

I've been dying to come to Boutros for a while now being that my daughter lives right around the corner. We decided to stop by for dinner on November 16, and when we entered and requested a table for two, we were asked if we had a reservation. We didn't. The hostess got us a table anyway and then things proceeded to go south. The hostess brought us two menus. I'm used to ordering a bottle of wine with dinner so I found it odd that there wasn't a wine list. My daughter thought they didn't have one so I asked and sure enough they had a wine list. We also noticed that a couple seated at the table next to us were given two menus AND a wine list. The hostess? Very standoffish. Barely smiled and didn't make us feel welcome at all. And to make us feel even more unwelcome, another hostess came to our table and asked us if we had a reservation even after we were seated. That basically ruined our dinner. What a terrible experience at what I thought was a decent place. Don't even ask if we would eat there again. NO THANKS. read more

First time here and I liked it. I just think the brunch menu is too small. If you are picky about food, you wouldn't like this place. I will try to come back another time. read more

This was really good food, atmosphere, service, interesting wine selection. Indoor and outdoor dining, Mediterranean slant on traditional fair, I had the pork chop...the best ever. read more

Great chef, inventive food, pure yum. Also last winter they had the best outdoor heaters