Kalina Bar &amp; Grill

Best restaurant the food is outstanding the service is great the ambiance is great everything was…read moreamazing

Food/drinks: food was super solid! Oily but as expected for the cuisine! The empanadas were very…read morecrispy and the rib eye was cooked well! A thin cut so not really tender & flan was yum! Atmosphere: soo cute inside and in the back patio! Really loved sitting in the back patio -- but overall cramped space which I don't mind at all :) Service: friendly very attentive Price: as expected for Williamsburg

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Bogota Latin Bistro

4.1(2.7k reviews)

3.2 mi•Park Slope

Food is great service is very nice and it is very cool I love there place it is so freash I…read morelove Mexico

Service: Good. Got checked on regularly by friendly staff:…read more Ambiance: loud, colorful, probably a good fit for a loud drunk brunch vibe. A lot of seating and a back area with fans. Food: This place is quite bad. We ordered the tortilla soup and the vegan tofu chimichurri. The tortilla soup was inedible it was so salty. The tofu was grilled and entirely burnt on the bottom. I had to slice the entire bottom off. The chimichurri sauce was flavorful. The yellow rice side seemed like bagged instant rice. The maduros were good. Did not try the alcohol but they had a large selection including non alcoholic options. The place adds a 20% auto gratuity fee. Kind of absurd on a 2 person check. I am Latina so perhaps I have a higher expectation for Latin food but I'm perplexed at how this place could have such high ratings, perhaps it was just a bad night. I would never go back and would not recommend.

2.9 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

Grilled Chicken

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Lychee Martini

Republic Latin Fusion

4.0(401 reviews)

•$$$

Amazing time at happy hour. We arrived just as they opened in the evening…read more The restaurant is beautiful and there's a huge bar. Fancy - casual sort of vibe. No stuffy just relaxed. Friendly attentive staff. We felt ao taken care of. The menu has something foe everyone, we were very hungry amd ordered almost all of the happy hour apps. Drinks were so good too. For about 20 minutes we were the only ones there (party of 6) Then other diners trickled in, and our attentive service didn't change. Our servers even came over to take group pics for us. Very pleasant experience overall, will definitely return. Great fro groups and especially if you have people with you who don't like the same kinds of food. The spread ranges from tacos to lo mein and everyone will have great options to enjoy.

My friend and I went in on Sunday after Bathhouse for the brunch to celebrate her bday. Nice decor…read more Full bar. Ample space. It was around 3:45pm and brunch was over at 4pm. I asked the hostess if we could do it and she said, yes. We were seated, then we waited, and waited, and waited for a waitress to come to us but no one did. Not even to give us water. There was a woman walking around not doing anything; she seemed to be a waitress. She would look at us but kept wondering aimlessly. There was a waitress at the bar having a casual conversation. So around 3:56 I told my friend we were leaving. 10 min of just sitting there. If they didn't want to do the brunch due to timing then that could've been communicated. As we were leaving I stopped to put my coat on and the hostess is just there having a conversation; she didn't bother asking us why we were leaving. You would think if you just sat a party and you see them leaving, as hostess you would be curious but no. We went right to Fushimi where we were well recieved and had a great time!

3.4 mi•Park Slope, Gowanus

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Palo Santo

4.2(688 reviews)

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What a feast and amazing service!…read more Please note that the menu does change every so often so certain dishes may no longer be available. First off, they have this great spicy homemade hot sauce: scotch bonnet, turmeric, mustard, and a fruit that adds a nice sweetness to combat the heat. It's spicy and delicious and they can even ship it to you! ($15) Ok ok so back to the menu. They have great appetizers to share and tacos (that come in 3) that are shareable as well. At this time we tried the- Watermelon salad Hearts of Palm Ceviche Squash blossom quesadilla My absolute favorite was the ceviche! Fresh and super flavorful. The squash blossom quesadilla was packed with cheese and great with that hot sauce. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the bowl of rice and black beans is a hearty flavorful side. Tried a couple of desserts but my favorite was the almond cake. It was light and not too sweet. Honestly, I don't think they can do anything wrong here!

Palo Santo in Brooklyn is hands down one of the best restaurants I've been to. The menu has such a…read moregreat variety, and they offer solid gluten-free options, which is always a huge plus. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and really well done. The sangria was amazing, and the outdoor dining area made the whole experience even better, such a great space. It's the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit. Definitely a spot I'll be returning to!

Huevos Banados with chili hollandaise

Back room & garden - perfect for private events!

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La Parrillada Colombiana

4.3(22 reviews)

1.8 mi•Ridgewood

Came here for the first time in passing and omg I want to return a million times…read more Their shrimp ceviche is BOMBBBBBB. The service was top notch and the employees were welcoming and friendly . Ruby was my bartender and the two ladies that were servers were sooooo friendly omg. I felt like family even though it was my first time here . Diana was the best ! I would return anytime

I loved this place! The service was amazing! Diana, our server was so welcoming and kind. The food…read moreis delicious and fresh. They have cute backdrops to take photos for IG and their menu is extensive. We tried the calentado breakfast which was on point! Can't wait to go back for dinner.

7.7 mi•Fort Hamilton, Bay Ridge

Inside

Mojarra Frita

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Bar Chuzo

4.5(87 reviews)

The food here is absolutely delicious! If you're looking for a happy hour that's actually worth it,…read morethis is the place. We ordered the wings, oysters, and the paella. Everything was excellent, but the paella was the star of the meal my wife couldn't put her fork down. The drinks were cold, refreshing, and paired perfectly with the food. The only downside was the service at the front. The host seemed a little unfriendly, which wasn't the best first impression. Thankfully, the manager stepped in, was very welcoming, and seated us in the back, which ended up being the perfect spot for a quick bite and a couple of drinks. Overall, the food and drinks definitely outweigh the small hiccup at the beginning. We'll definitely be back for happy hour again.

Maybe I should blame my friend for giving this place such high praise. I ordered their chaulafan…read morerice which was actually really good and so were their chicken wings very flavorful. My friend ordered the steak and shrimp skewers when they received the food the shrimp was raw was not cooked at all and they weren't gonna say anything so I had to step in and tell the server that the shrimp was raw which they recognized and they ended up bringing out cooked shrimp. Very weird. Doesn't seem like the healthiest thing to do for that. The fact that they didn't discount anything for that experience was wild too and it was hot as hell inside, I know it's summer but let's get a fan or something in to rotation. With that said our server was great and understanding. Will I come here again, maybe not top on my list but maybe sometime in the future. 3stars l

Atmosphere

Chuzos Combo Platter

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Colombia In Park Slope

3.9(486 reviews)

3.6 mi•Park Slope

Our dining experience at this Colombian restaurant was wonderful from beginning to end. We started…read morewith chicken, beef, and cheese empanadas, which were flavorful, crispy, and a great way to begin the meal. For our entrées, we enjoyed the chicken milanesa, shrimp al ajillo, and steak and shrimp with fresh vegetables. Everything was beautifully presented, flavorful, and satisfying. The shrimp al ajillo was especially delicious, and the steak and shrimp combination was a great choice. We also enjoyed a selection of drinks, including sangria, mango margaritas, and Colombian beer. The drinks complemented the food perfectly and added to the festive atmosphere. The service and ambiance at the Colombian restaurant were excellent. The staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. The atmosphere was warm, lively, and inviting, creating the perfect setting to enjoy our meal and drinks. Overall, it was a delicious and enjoyable Colombian dining experience. The combination of excellent service and delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere made the entire dining experience truly enjoyable and memorable meal that we would be happy to enjoy again.

Fun neighborhood dining option…read more A relaxed space on Fifth Avenue. The cocktails feature Colombian flavors and are very good. The Guacamole is served with plantain chips. The Picada Colombiana is flavorful and the portion is generous. The service is attentive. There is a 4% service charge for credit card payments.

Aguacate/ Sliced Avocado rice

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Molkajete Restaurant & Bar

4.4(36 reviews)

4.6 mi•Sunset Park

Run to this place! I…read morehave to tell you that people make all the difference with any dining experience. The people operating this place are just fantastic. Their spirits dance with kindness. Now the drink and food will make your belly dance with joy! I have ZERO complaints about this place; not even with the bathroom. I can't wait to visit again.

We were staying down the block from Molkajete and happened to notice their sign outside for happy…read morehour. There are not a lot of options in the area, so we decided to stop in and grab a drink. It's a tiny, blink and you miss it type of spot with a handful of tables and a small bar inside. We were greeted and offered to sit at the bar since we were just going to have drinks (we had just ate at another restaurant). The bartender was very friendly and conversational during our visit. At the recommendation of a local patron, we opted for the happy hour margaritas, tamarind and blackberry. They were both really refreshing, with the tamarind being a bit sweeter than the blackberry. The food smelled delicious, so it was kind of a bummer that we had already had dinner elsewhere. It's definitely a hidden gem in the neighborhood and worth checking out.

Mixteca event

Causa de pollo

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Chicha morada

Kiosko 787

4.0(182 reviews)

3.6 mi•Gowanus

The spot was so charming. The woman at the front was very sweet. I ordered the Mofongo which was…read moretop notch.

Everything was delicious! Excellent service! The feed of scenes of PR are beautiful!…read moreI went for my favorite PR food and was not disappointed! Comida criolla!

Inside

Come n Get Em' Best Cuban Sandwich, Tripleta amazing!

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Outside of the restaurant looks just like viejo San Juan

La Chacra

Locally owned & operated

Excellent, informal, and very authentic Peruvian restaurant in an out-of-the-way but increasingly…read morefoodie-friendly corner of Brooklyn.

Awful customer service. The servers are not attentive and extremely rude. They treat minorities…read morelike second class citizens. Won't be coming here again with my family.

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Francis Lewis D.

2 years ago

Muy buen restaurante , auténtica comida Dominicana , precios muy buenos , excelente servicio

Didi N.

7 years ago

Great food and always super fresh! Really nice place and people !!!! Highly recommend read more

Marlice R.

7 years ago

Site very confusing and difficult to choose orders. Every day comes the food in a way.

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