Nice little restaurant we popped into on a Saturday night. We were walking around downtown Brooklyn trying to kill some time before going to a friend's birthday. We stumbled upon end well and we were very pleasantly surprised. It had a good vibe, great cocktails, and good food. We ordered a cucumber sour and a rosemary thyme Negroni. We also ordered deviled eggs, the charred cabbage salad, and the fried chicken and sandwich. All were outstanding and modestly priced. The service was great. The individual helping us was very friendly. Will be back! read more

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The food here was a bit different but everything was enjoyable and reasonably priced. They also had good drink specials. The place is quite small so it feels very confined but overall the service and the food was good. read more

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The food was amazing! My friend and I really enjoyed our dishes; it was flavorful and filling. The chicken sandwich and the burger were good, but the truffle fries were the star of show. The ambiance was chill and lowkey, it was a nice little spot. I'll definitely be recommending and adding to my list. read more

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In summary: Would come back for the ambience and the drinks! Positives: Great vibe inside, from the warm lighting to the music and the honestly really great service. We came in on a Monday night, delightfully busy but not too full and were able to just really sit and relax without feeling rushed so that was much appreciated. Drinks ordered: Rosemary Negroni (Mezcal Negroni with a bit more sweetness) and Sicilian Daiquiri (refreshing, citrus but definitely one for those who prefer sweet drinks). Both were enjoyed. Food was a little hit and miss: The Smoked Salmon Deviled eggs were interesting but I don't think I'd order them again. The Burger & Fries were good, but we thought both were over salted and weren't too big a fun of the large tomato on the burger, though without it I think the bun would have been too hard. read more

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Came here Friday night. Cute place claiming to have "creative" drinks (they weren't that creative) and the food was okay in some cases and straight up bad in others. Also, the NOISE. The acoustics were so bad, that I couldn't hear my friend, and the whole point was for us to catch up. I spent the whole time leaning in and asking him to repeat himself. - The Frites Flight with the chef's 3 dips were the only redeeming quality. - The kale & apple salad was okay. Nothing to write home about. - The other two dishes actually tasted funny. The gravlax was good at first bite, but got progressively more foul as you chewed it. And no, it's not because I don't know what gravlax is supposed to taste like. The cheese in the whipped ricotta seemed stale as well. The service: we ordered 4 dishes and they brought them all out at the same time, even though the table was tiny. It seemed obvious that, since we ordered from various parts of the menu they should course it, but they did not and it felt rushed. Also silly me for forgetting to ask, because it seems no restaurants like to course their orders these days. The servers had great personalities and the rest of service was fine for a busy Friday. Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be back, but I'm glad to see that others like it. read more

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Stopped by this place for an early dinner. At first i was disappointed that their menu had changed from what I saw here on yelp, but i had the chicken sandwich and it was amazing. They were very accommodating to my friend's need for a burger - unsmashed. ... what is up with this smashed burger trend anyway - is that a way to not have to worry about meat temp ? but they left it unsmashed for her and the temp was spot on. the ambience was very nice. dim lighting. cool vibes. and i can go to a bar and not drink - sue me. read more

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Had a fantastic time here for brunch and what made it so great really was the service! The women working Easter Sunday were so attentive and funny and knowledgeable about the menu which made it such a nice experience. The ambiance of the place is quaint yet industrial, gave a cozy vibe on a rainy Sunday. Would definitely some here again! read more

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The cucumber sour was so good!! It's good option for people who don't want their drinks too strong. Good vibes and attentive service even when they switched to bar service. Would come back! read more

4 stars for the delicious shrimp truffle Mac and cheese and their French fries. The Mac and cheese sauce was amazing. I was not a fan of the French connection burger- it had an earthy, grassy taste to it from the raclet that I did not enjoy. I ended up dipping the burger in the sauce of the shrimp truffle Mac and cheese. The fries however were rough cut, hot, and crisp, similar to Five guys. read more

If Fort Greene were identified by an arrondissement number rather than its English name, then Endswell would be the petit zinc of the quarter - a perfect bistro for an evening glass of natty wine and a bite or two, should you live in the neighborhood. The otherwise fairly standard bistro cheeseburger is made more exciting by the use of a gooier raclette cheese rather than you standard slice of American or cheddar - I opted for the vegetarian variety, which they thankfully have on offer. read more

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We came across this place while walking around. Everyone seems to be enjoying their food. We have the truffle popcorn and it was really good and the charcuterie board as well. Definitely coming back to try their other menu items. read more

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I really like this place. I enjoyed my first visit. It is well lit with an art mural on the well. I ordered from their cocktail menu although there is a full bar. I got a cucumber type cocktail and listened to music. It began to get crowded . It is a nice stop after a friend gathering, dinner or a place to go during a bar hop. I liked the ambiance and the cocktail was tasty read more

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Stopped by for a pre dinner cocktail and had one of the best espresso martinis I've ever had. It has notes of orange and vanilla. They offer a happy hour until 7 on weekdays with specials on both drinks and bar snacks. read more

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Endswell has a great happy hour that is everyday until 7pm. They have $11 cocktails like old fashioned, $9 wines, and a $5 beer which are reasonably priced! We came on a Wednesday around 630pm and it was packed but we were able to get a table for 4 after waiting 10 minutes. Order frites because they're $2 off during HH and they are perfectly cooked and seasoned. Definitely so tasty! Our waiter was friendly and attentive and the place has a nice interior. read more

Visited after it was recommended. Poor experience. Sat at the bar. Waited for acknowledgment, felt invisible. Ultimately was given a menu. I ordered my drink. Was given the wrong drink order. Requested the correct drink and was given , however , the service given was not what I seen given to other customers. I would absolutely not return. read more

The food was good but not great, and it was way too loud for us to have a conversation. Giving it four stars instead of three because the atmosphere was nice (but loud) and the host was very accommodating when we asked to be moved farther away from the band. read more

Just an exceptional, under the radar restaurant and bar which features and incredibly tasty burger. Their double-patty smash burger topped with a unique and incredibly flavorful raclette cheese was excellent, served with a generous side of truffle fries that were nice and crispy, well-seasoned and excellent as well. Have also enjoyed the moules frites as well as the roasted salmon with farro--all solid meals, good portion size--have never left a meal here anything but sated and happy. Cocktail game here is excellent as well--they tend to offer slight twists on classics--their Pink Lady, which is a take on a mezcal negroni--is a particular favorite--though you can't go wrong with a traditional classic like a martini or old fashioned here as well. Very good wine options as well. Very few taps or cans, but what they had was solid. Love the vibe here as well, just quiet, low-key, no frills bar/restaurant, with great, friendly, efficient service. It all feels effortlesi, though I am sure it is far from that. Just a gem that is perfect for any occasion--I would imagine perfect for a date night. I would--and have--felt equally comfortable in here popping in for a quick pre-show dinner at the bar or making a night of it and throwing back a few cocktails with friends. read more

Service 100% Decor and ambiance 100% Drinks 100% (try the noir!) Food... I ordered salmon tartare, and it was extremely underwhelming. I don't want to be mean, so I'll save you the details. Just know that it wasn't fresh, and I returned it to the kitchen and ordered fries instead. The fries were perfect! I asked two ladies to comment on their mussels, and they said it was delicious, so perhaps I just had bad luck with the salmon tartare. Overall, I'd return for the chill vibe, decor, drinks, and fries. read more

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This is not Biggie's Brooklyn. Endswell is probably best described as French or American French fusion maybe? Tucked away across from the Biggie mural and the Brooklyn Love building, this space shows how Brooklyn has changed, gentrification and all. That being said, I found easy street parking and had a great visit. I had the steak frites medium. Cooked appropriately with hot and crispy fries, I do wish there was a little more seasoning. Other mains included squash risotto, mussels, salmon, coq au vin, and more. They have a small appetizer menu with something for everyone, and I wish I had ordered the smoked trout deviled eggs. They have a great looking brunch menu too, though I obviously didn't try that. The cocktails were the stars! So light, refreshing, delicious. The menu is divided into bold & boozy, bright & balanced, crisp & cool, rich & regal, and seasonal. I had: Lumier spritz (for gin & tonic drinkers) with gin, lime, peychauds, tonic, cucumber, mint bouquet, and pink peppercorn. Pois (for margarita drinkers) with mezcal, genepy, snap pea, and lime. La Colombe (for Paloma drinkers) with mezcal, pear brandy, grapefruit, ginger, lime, and horse radish. And the cocktail of the week, bartenders choice. I can't remember which drink it was, but I loved it too! Service was fast and efficient and accommodating. Sorry, Biggie, but I did like this place, even if it probably wouldn't be your style. read more

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Pretty nice selection of pub fare. Great cocktails in a casual very Brooklyn setting. A bit of sticker shock, but I guess two bread based mains and two drinks are now $100 no matter where you go. At least the burger came with fries. read more

Outstanding find! You can eat delicious food without financial worry. The team demonstrates remarkable customer assistance and clearly appreciates their merchandise. The dishes maintain quality and freshness even though the setting is casual and service is fast. I'd return here without any hesitation. read more

This is the cutest spot! They have mixologist so your drink will be perfection. Wide range of cocktails and sports available. Small intimate space cute for a date night. The music was amazing! Food came out fast and it was perfect. From the steak, fries, octopus and salmon. I was with people who are the the biggest fans of French food, but with the variety and combinations you can truly please anyone. It's the little things, like French fries, that were so perfect you eat them all even beyond full. The steak was cooked perfectly to medium with right amount of seasonings. Salmon was tender, flavorful and juicy. Not over done at all. I will return for sure read more

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Your typical hipster restaurant/bar where it seems like good reviews are taken back from great vibes/service/ and decor. However, food and drinks really fall short. I wanted to try some French in New York and thought this fusion would be interesting. Little did I know, it was definitely 99% American and not very French. The onion soup was uneditable due to how bad the onion ratio was. You could bite into a raw onion and it would taste better. The steak was very subpar, and the lamb had no taste and was very firm. I thought at least the drinks would be it's saving grace. However, the drinks were either too spicy, too sweet, or very unbalanced. This has been the only place in New York that I had a bad drink. 3 stars because although the food and drinks were very mediocre, the service was wonderful and the restaurant itself was very nice and presentable. If you try here, definitely just do drinks as the food is not worth, but there are so many more places around to do that. read more

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Our visit here was kind of perfect. The reviews are not wrong about the ambience, and most of all, the service. We came in looking for part two of a night - a healthy medium of lively yet relaxed. Arriving the day before a holiday didn't hurt either. Endswell has fancy bar shelving for a reason. Come here if you want a COCKTAIL. I had the apple bourbon special of the week and it was dangerously crushable. The other drinks, including enticing mock tails, were also good. We tried some dishes that were also quite tasty, but not as memorable as the cocktails. Would love to come back and make this the first destination so as to have an empty stomach to try more of the menu. In the meantime, it's impossible not to agree with the stellar ratings of other reviewers. read more

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Yesss!! Totally recommend. The food was great. My friend and I shared a few appetizers but the best part was our bartender, Austin. He was great! He made an amazing espresso martini as well! read more

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Make reservations! Even on a weekday, this place is packed to the brim. The place is tiny, so not a good spot for parties larger than 4. Outdoor seating available. Gets really noisy and loud indoors, so prepare not to hear what your table partner is saying over the loud music and chatter level. Sit outdoors if you want to hold a conversation. Cute indoor decor. Makes for an intimate setting when lights are dimmed at dinner. If only it wasn't so insanely noisy and loud! Service was unremarkable. Staff are friendly, however. $8 charcuterie was tasty--you can mix and match cheeses and meats. Cheeses were tastier than meats. $25 steak frites was underwhelming. Wish I listened to other reviewers and got the chicken instead. Steak was brought out cold. The fries were tastier--on the super crispy side, just how I like them. $23 salmon with faroe was tasty, but nothing to write home about. Delicate salmon, but the sauce was just okay. A plain, forgettable salmon dish. read more

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Prepare to sweat. Air conditioning doesn't work and bartender had an attitude about it

I am not sure if they were just having an off night, as this was my first visit here, but the food was not great. The two items we did enjoy were the deviled eggs and the drumsticks, however, everything else left something to be desired. We ordered the mussels and there was something off about the broth... and it was so incredibly salty that we couldn't even bring ourselves to finish them- and neither of us like to waste food. We also ordered the pate and it was honestly flavorless, but all the other fixings on the spread were good. We ordered the salad nicoise as well and there were only four tiny pieces of tuna on the salad and they had not been salted at all. I was hoping our waiter would check on us to see how we were doing so we could tell him about the food, but he didn't except for at very beginning of the meal before all of the items had come out. However, I understand restaurants are understaffed right now so I wont hold that against him. I will say that the drinks were really good. I had the malbec and my friend ordered a few cocktails that she enjoyed. The food was a huge disappointment though. read more

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Love love love, this place was such a cute vibe with good music. Not overly crowded and the drinks were fairly priced, would come back.

If you walk through Fort Greene, you've probably passed by Endswell! It's on Fulton with a bunch of other restaurants and bars. They're known for their cocktails but per yelp - also their food! So we came for a late dinner on Friday. Most of the tables inside/outside were full, but the server told us he'd figure something out and they were serving food til midnight. He was super busy serving and cleaning tables and I think he was the only one! When we finally got a table outside, there wasn't a QR code or menu, so we just went on their website to look at the options. We waited about 10 mins for him to bring us water and to tell us that their menu is on their website. Then waited another 10 mins to take our order. I totally understand businesses are short staffed! but to open to full capacity without enough support is really tough on both the workers and customers For food we got 2 to share - summer salad: very large portion! but a pretty simple salad. It comes with arugula, goat cheese, tomatoes, and roasted carrots with a balsamic vinaigrette. I really enjoyed this salad, it was pretty tasty! but again, simple - mussels + frites: fries are pretty solid, but mussels in broth were quite lacking. It also comes with crunchy slices of toast that are more like crackers. The broth reminded us of like a thin clam chowder? interesting, but prob wouldn't get again. As for drinks, all cocktails are $14 - Petale: vodka, rose, lemon. I really liked this drink! It was very light and refreshing - Tarte: tequila, aperol, lemon. Much stronger than the petale, but my bf still liked it! We probably wouldn't come back for the food, but maybe for drinks if we're in the area and it's not too busy. read more

I love this place, bring friends, and always enjoy the creative cocktails and dishes. However the service during my recent visit was a huge turn off. The place was well staffed and virtually empty on an early weekday evening when I sat at the bar. No one else was there except apparently a friend of the bartenders because they all continued chatting and texting on their phones. I almost took being ignored personally until a woman who came in later had to get up and walk over to the other end of the bar to order when she was ignored too. read more

Finishing up here as I type this: I came solo, sat at the bar, on a Monday night. This rating is carried by the cocktail itself. You come here for the cocktails. I had The Biz, description is as follows: "THE BIZ [ a new fashioned, old fashioned ] brown-butter-washed bourbon, demerara gomme, angostura, orange bitters, saline | big rock." This was incredibly delicious. I will be back solely because of the cocktail. However, I ordered the moules frites---while the fries were good, the mussels were full of sediment/shell. The broth also wasn't seasoned well. Finally, the talented bartender was probably over worked. However, he definitely forgot about me--no water refills, no bowl of shells emptied, no check ins about additional drinks, the service leaves much to be desired. Ambience is cute tho. Come for the cocktails! read more

The first real happy hour I've been to in NYC: $9 old fashioned/margs/wines. I got the salmon and it was perfection. In and outdoor seating. Nice vibes. And great personable service. My salmon was $28 but it was worth it. I plan on visiting again. read more

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I'd rate Endswell four and a half stars. Killer cocktail list. Extensive menu with ingredient lists which was very informative. The menu also makes recommendations based upon what you typically drink. I ended up having a Five Boroughs Pilsner and then a couple Colombes. Service was ultra quick. Great atmosphere on a Wednesday night. The entire bar was about 90% full making for a good vibe while still being able to move around. read more

One of the best meals I had this year. My family took me out here for my birthday and it did not disappoint. The cocktails, the food, the staff, it was all on point. They kindly moved us as the high tables with stools would not be good for my mother. Our table was by a leaky AC, but it all worked out because none of us sat in the one seat. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. We would have eaten more had some items not run out, but it was fine. Everything we ate was superb. The salmon tartare was delicious. The french onion soup was one of the best I ever had. The smoked duck was the star of the show. Mouth watering. I can't recommend the place enough. Make sure to come through for any and all occasions. read more

Great spot for outdoor dining and drinks. Endswell has especially amazing cocktails. Our server was also the bartender and made some of the best cocktails I had this year. Both specialty cocktails on the featured menu (loved the Pétale) and off the menu cocktails (espresso martini) were very good and perfect for afternoon drinks. There's several outdoor tables, although only 2 are covered (as of mid-December), and the remaining are in a small area in the blocked off street. They also have a good selection of food, and I especially liked the deviled eggs and fries. read more

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Came here on a Tuesday around 5:30pm, without a reservation. It seemed like reservations are recommended because it was filled quickly. Food was delicious for a bistro bar. Happy hour drinks menu were limited. Vibes were great and waitress allowed my friend and I to sit there for as long as we wanted to catch up. Would come back here again to try more food and drinks without going into Manhattan. read more

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You simply cannot beat the happy hour here. Affordable cocktails in a cozy Brooklyn setting. I've enjoyed both the martini and the old fashioned. I recommend making a reservation as it's a small place and fills up! read more

I couldn't get a reservation at another restaurant so i went here for a early dinner, around 5 pm something. My order: La Chanson (drink to start), coq au vin (meal), and L'apricot (drink to finish) Drinks: I loved that about their drink menu and it was pretty accurate once i ordered it. I ordered the La Chanson first and it was a sweet tart party for me. The L'apricot came perfectly crisp and cool. Coq au Vin: This was the best meal ive ever had in ages. Dont be basic and order steak frites --please x3 order this meal. It's sooooo worth it. I got that chicken and it was so tender. The pool of gravy -delicious. The vegetables -delicious. The mash potatoes -delicious. Everything on that plate -i wanted to lick it off the plate and eat the meat off the bone WITH MY HANDS. IT WAS SO FREAKIN DELICIOUS!! you dont understand. My stomach was hurting because of how full it was but i was so in love with the food i just kept eating because it was so delicious. It blew my mind. I ate this, phone down, fork and knife in hand, and just focused on the meal. It was amazing. Atmosphere: Inside was nice and clean. It was a sunny day outside. I decided to sit and eat at the bar. I love their menu!! The drink menu helpfully suggestions things ex: if you're a cosmo drinker try this, or these drinks are crisp & cool, or a drink for tequila soda drinkers. THIS IS VERY HELPFUL. Service: I was greeted at the door quickly since the place was 1/4 full inside and a few full tables outside. My first bartender was great and came when i called. He wasnt bothersome and always asking me if i was ready. He camed when i requested service. Then they changed shifts, the bar and restaurant was a lot fuller around 7 pm something. My second bartender was busy making everyone's drinks so it was harder for me to get the check and leave. There were two people dining alone and three couples dining there while i was there so a perf place for solo dining at the bar or a date night. When things pick up and more people are there, i felt as though the bar was deprioritized and single diners can get lost in the mix. This isn't 5 stars for the service. The service was good but not special. Overall: I WOULD 100000% GO BACK FOR MORE FOOD. And probably during the early dinner again so I'm not in the dinner rush. read more

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I visited this place last night And I'll tell you this now. Quality. This was the second time I visited this place and experienced both high and low traffic and they performed perfectly in both. Pros: the attitudes are VERY FRIENDLY here. From the time you're waiting to be seated to paying. Very inclusive. Safe and calming environment was built here. Pros: The food. I had the salmon with was exquisite. Empanadas which was brought out at a decent temperature (which is important) to enjoy as soon as it was placed on my table. Risotto was the best I'd ever had. Literally. I'd eat the whole pot if given a chance. And lastly the crem brûlée (sp). ALL were cooked to perfection. That's no child in that kitchen. Cons: the guacamole was not fresh with the empanada and was a bit too creamy. This is a small venue and last I was there I was seated by the pickup window and that was a bit of a high traffic area because it's also the place where people pass to use the bathroom. In a nutshell this is a place that must be visited and experienced. read more

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