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    Brooklyn Moon Cafe

    3.2 (394 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Muchly needed ccicktails, hanging with my sister and her Besty.
    Nichelle W.

    An an amazing day... Me, my sister subhana and her Besty Sonia met up with old friends and new friends this evening. Live music, Hot, warm and then windy air made for an amazing afternoon and evening. Stephanie was the perfect hostess and bar back.

    fried chicken and waffles
    Prudence M.

    Brunch for the first time at Brookiyn Moon... Quick, randomly ordered recap: ---cute space ---mimosas for $1.99 (meh) ---long wait time for food (over 30 minutes and they weren't super crowded) ---friendly service ---no wait time for seating (2.30p on a Sunday) ---NO A.C. (it was 90 degrees and they were relying on a breeze? I was sweating profusely to the point my pants were wet when I got up to leave). ---Okay food. No real complaints; I just think I've come to the conclusion that "chicken and waffles" is overrated. (but I would go back and try other dishes.) ---I hear their wings are delicious.

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    Pearl B.

    Great place so happy to find this while walking in the area, stopped in for drinks. Freindly server , attentive even with being busy , moderate prices. We enjoyed margaritas and sea water . Delicious, recommend a visit when in area .

    Whiting fish bowl
    Lisette C.

    I'm being generous here with this rating. Where do I begin??? First not one employee had a mask one. Oh, but there was hand sanitizer available. Upon arrival we waited for help to be seated. No one came over so we proceeded to seat ourselves. When we went to sit in a corner, we were told we could not there because were a party of two and the table sat four. The restaurant was practically empty at the time. Okay on to the food and service. The apple salad was very wet. It was drenched in dressing. The fish had absolute no seasoning with the exception of the lemon wedges on the side. The chicken was salty. The service was very slow. The bartender/waiter placed water on the table but never came around to refill our glasses. We literally almost died because it was over 90 degrees outside and no AC inside. So by now your wondering why the two stars. One star for the great house music playing and one star for decor. The restaurant had a cozy feel to it. I just wish the service and food was better.

    1 and done
    George B.

    This wonderful night we had in soul summit ended with the worse service ever. We arrived 9:31pm exact. There was 4 people,two of us order our meal before the waitress beasicallt ignored our request. She told us that she was putting in our orders , and she would be back momentarily.she came back at 9:59 to take the orders of our two other guest after trying to flag her down multiple times. She took our guest order then came back out 3 mins later and told us that the kitchens closed, and ask us did we still eat it to order drinks. we resentfully agreed,when the drink came out 10 mins later the ice was already melted and the drink tasted like apple sauce water. This was the literally the worse drink I've had in my life and one o the other guess agreed and concurred. When we made the issue known we were told by the other attendant/waitress/bartender that she was sorry but she didn't take the order. The most she collies do was apologize. 1 out of 5 Mr.B

    Sea water
    Carlton M.

    Def a Brooklyn staple. Can't say much more about it. I've always loved this place. Went there when I was in Brooklyn recently. Was going it an event but decided to grab a bite to eat before going. I had the fish sandwich. It was delicious. And I think the drink I had was called Sea water. Good as well. If you're ever downtown Brooklyn I'd check it out. Always great service. The manager is real cool and sociable. As well as the server. Go check it out.

    Meal did not disappoint. The plates at one time housed jerk chicken and bbq chicken with greens and yams.
    La S.

    Mango margarita on the rocks $7 Happy hour 3-8p daily. Margaritas are $5. Lunch special orders also receive margaritas for $5 but menu is limited with a couple sandwiches. Mango margarita had kick. They do not play you with the alcohol. Jerk chicken leg quarter with Mac and cheese. The skin of the chicken was so flavorful. The Mac and cheese although good was missing something. The yams could have been a slight bit sweeter and the greens a little less vinegar but all in all I loved every bit of the meal. Also tried my friends bbq chicken breast and that also was a winner. Service impeccable. Spot is so chill and relaxing with good beats. Small interior but lots of seating and also bar seating. Both high top and low top tables. Pictures and decor with a photo of BIGGIE SMALLS. the hanging chandeliers add a touch of elegance. Seating in the front allows one to people watch. If seated towards the back it gives a close up to the stage. Meal comes with one side for $15.99 before tax.

    Mango mimosa
    Basia L.

    I've came here twice- once for dinner and once for brunch. The flavors of the dishes I had were AMAZING. Not too salty and marinaded just right. It also doesn't make you feel too heavy and groggy. I wanted to give four stars but I'm giving five because the customer service made up for the overcooked chicken and the wait time. For dinner I had the BBQ chicken & mac. The chicken was over cooked- almost rubbery. I still ate the entire thing. We went during happy hour so we had about 12 drinks between us both (mango, guava, pineapple etc) For brunch- I had the fried chicken & mac. My girlfriend had the fish whiting and waffles. The whiting was very fishy- it wasn't my dish so it's not my business. My food was amazing. I had about 10 mimosas at **TWO DOLLARS each. Camille was a dream! We'll be back eventually.

    Fried chicken and Mac n cheese
    Lauren L.

    I've always loved this spot and although they've made some renovations the menu is still delicious. They forgot my honey for my chicken but Brooklyn Moon still has some of the best Mac n cheese and fried chicken. The art work is all around and adds to the very comfortable, cool vibe of the restaurant

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    Darrielle T.

    Three stars is perfect for this spot . We came upon this restaurant by just walking around before a WNBA game and loved the black owned feel. It's a black/Caribbean Restaurant and it certainly gives that vibe . We went during the summer and it was very hot , no air conditioning, it felt like we were on a island dining, I'll say that lol. The food satisfied our hunger but wasn't something I would recommend as a "go to" , but for a quick bite to eat then it's perfect. The wings , cooked well, could use some wet condiments to occupy since they're dry. Whiting was very good, salmon tacos was expected, Salmon was as expected & macaroni & cheese was dry . Margaritas (we didn't get the Margs on happy hour) were weak but not the worst.

    Guava Margarita = $4
    Cassie V.

    Unfortunately, this place is no longer suitable. They won't seat you if your whole party is there UNLESS the hostess knows you. 2/3 of my party was there. We were waiting on one more. The woman that walked in seconds before us was also waiting for someone - he seats her. Then tells me he knows her and that's why he disregarded their policy and sat her even though her whole party hadn't arrived. This policy is custom for a lot of restaurants and I get it, but if that's the policy, apply it to all. Don't be selective. And especially don't be selective in front of other customers and then tell them WHY you won't accommodate them. That's just bad business. Last straw for me.

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    0.8 mi
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