Wattli continues to be a fantastic place in the neighborhood to enjoy great drinks and tasty food!…read more The owners Arbor Watt and Sally Li (hence the name) treat their customers like family and thr atmosphere is like everyone heading to the one sibling that hosts the big gatherings. Alex is great in the kitchen,serving a selection of culinary delights, while Jerry is a great bartender who will definitely take care of you and serve you up with not only cocktails, but stories, jokes atmosphere. Wattli is a true icon of the neighborhood and a must visit place!

Great food and very reasonableprices.!! Double cheese burger a true classic. Shrimp tacos also a…read moregood choice. Very friendly staff and just a very cool hang!!

This place was near my hotel. Came in for lunch. Service was great. Took my order as soon as I was…read moreready. Nice quiet space. Food came out perfect. Fried mushrooms were fresh and amazing. The salmon was so good. Great job!

It's a small place. They serve alcohol. I enjoy breakfast and or lunch at this low key corner spot…read more Beats the diners in the area. Great service.

I love this place. Great food and atmosphere, fantastic coffee and wonderful people. I'm going back…read moreright now

Tried to order through GrubHub. The menu is frustrating. Words are inaccurate (beef instead of…read moresteak, casina not defined) and no place for choosing cheese enchilada. Tried to tell the young woman on the phone and she didn't care about my concerns.

I went in person once, but I only ever order from here. It's a cute little place. It's a solid…read moreplace for breakfast and lunch. I love their Philly cheese steak sandwiches. Definitely hits the spot. They also make Chimichangas that are delicious. The tres leches french toast is a nice treat as well. The service is great. They deliver on time or early. Looking forward to trying other dishes.

Mixed thought, menu isn't anything impressive. Lot of stuff you'd see in your average bodega so it…read morecan be underwhelming. There are some gems though. They're pancake and French toast selection for example. They also have other items you wouldn't normally see. For example I ordered the fried pork belly, with rice, and maduros. Best thing about this place is that it's relatively cheap and affordable. So it's hard to complain. My biggest complaint is the wait time. It feels like they prioritize delivery orders over anything. Took a while for my food to come. Speaking of, the fried pork belly was pretty good. The fat was delicious. The rice was fine and the maduros disappointing. I was t a fan of how they cooked it. I also got an ice chai latte and that was good too. Overall it's a good spot to have a cheap decent meal. Whether that is breakfast or lunch if you're in the area. Definitely worth ordering if you can get it. I'd eat here again but wouldn't go out of my way to do so.

Stopped in for brunch today after a local appointment in the neighborhood. It was nice and we…read morefinished with a decadent cappuccino. Update - Today we ordered for delivery the brunch burger and challah French toast with berries. The star of the show was definitely the French toast. Slightly overdone on the outside which provided a delightful and slight crunch and the inside had the traditional custardy texture. I believe we found a wonderful new brunch spot.

The Castello Plan has become a cherished annual tradition for my family. We always stop in after…read morevisiting the nearby Ditmas Park Halloween House[1], and it's the perfect way to end our neighborhood adventure. What I love most is the genuine neighborhood warmth. The salvaged wood interior and candlelit ambiance create this inviting space that feels both historic and lived-in. It's cozy enough for a relaxed family dinner but still feels special. We've worked our way through quite a bit of the menu over the years. The mushroom tagliatelle is rich and satisfying, the crispy chicken sandwich hits the spot, and the charred orange cauliflower couscous topped with smoked salmon is a real standout--beautifully balanced. The pan-fried okra and fried shrimp are great for sharing, and the rainbow beet salad adds a nice fresh note. I also appreciate how kid-friendly they are without dumbing anything down. My kids are happy with their chicken poppers and quesadilla while we enjoy the more adventurous stuff. The place is named after Jacques Cortelyou's famous 17th-century map of Manhattan, and somehow that history feels present without being gimmicky. It's just a really solid neighborhood spot that makes you appreciate Ditmas Park. Cortelyou Road has a lot to offer; The Castello Plan is a great option to grab a tasty bite while exploring the neighborhood. Extra point for a killer music selection the night we visited, featuring Foo Fighters, David Bowie, Queen, Dire Straits, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Simple Minds, Eric Clapton, and more! ------------------------------- [1] https://www.yelp.com/biz/ditmas-park-halloween-house-brooklyn

Simple little neighbourhood café. Lots of seating. Had a nice variety of drinks. The Oreo matcha…read morewas unexpectedly so good. I dipped the chocolate chip cookie in it too. Everything bagel cream cheese croissant was really nice too. The sausage had a really gamey flavor, which wasn't bad but just different than your usual pork sausage.

I like this place for a cute no frills brunch experience. It's a nice place in the neighborhood to…read morecome for a chat and decent brunch food. I've been here twice and both times I came I got the Dulce de Leche cinnamon latte and the French toast with fruits. Both very yum. I also have had their croissant breakfast sandwich which was also yum. The service is okay, not the greatest when it comes to being seated or acknowledged when you walk in. You kind of have to have been there before to understand how the set up works. You order at the front and grab a table if any left. You grab a menu so you can peruse on line before it's your turn to order. Then you're given a table number stand which you place on your table so the servers know where to bring your food. It's not noisy so you can hear your companion talk so this is definitely a good place for a coffee and chat.

Cute little place outside of the train station at Newkirk Plaza. I've walked by many times but…read moretoday the dessert display pulled me in. They had a great variety, I ended up getting the lemon meringue tart. It wasn't too sweet and the crust was decent. While waiting to pay I realized that they also sold sandwiches and soups. I'll be sure to give it a try in the future.

DELICIOUS!!! This is a hidden gem, right outside Newkirk Station (B and Q trains). Every time I…read morevisit that area, I make sure to stop by. The best desserts and pastries. They have sandwiches (eg, banh Mi) and the staff works with you if you are a vegetarian. The staff are very kind. I have eaten breakfast (pasties and omelette), lunch, and desserts here. They also offer an incredible rotisserie chicken, vegetables, and salmon. The venue is pristine, and the food is of high quality, meticulously prepared with attention to detail. The prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend a stop, repeatedly.

The barista at Cafe Madeline is a master of her craft (5/23/26). She is balling on a different wave…read morelength. Thank you for the delicious guava matcha and tasty coffee. Outdoor seating, good vibes delicious food and beverage.

Overall, it was a good experience! They have a large variety of food options, so there's something…read morefor everyone. I do think my meal was a bit overpriced i paid around $30, and it was pretty average for the price. That said, I'd still recommend giving this place a try because of the wide selection and overall good atmosphere.