Nice chill spot with a mixologist on deck that knows how to make some great tasting drinks. They have a food menu as well but we didn't have any on this day. You can bring your laptop and just chill while have a drink or some coffee. If you love in the area def check this place out. read more

Tucked away past the busier streets of Williamsburg, this restaurant is a gem with good service and really tasty food. It was the perfect location for a birthday party for my friend as there are large and welcoming communal tables but in an intimate setting. The cocktail and wine list is comprehensive and the food is like more delicate and curated gastropub fare, such as beautifully arranged plates of pickled vegetables, garlic baguette bread and not to be missed oysters. read more

Went for brunch on Sunday. Food was pretty good. Lack of two stars because of service.

Good cheeseburger! Best I've had in a while and good ambiance. The worst service I've ever had... We didn't get seated even though it was late and there were 2 tables open and no one ahead of us, no water or napkins given to us until we asked, drinks were slow, and our food was sitting and waiting under the heaters for a long time, and we had to stand up and go up to our waitress to ask for the check as she was sitting and hanging out at the bar. The other people there were helpful, but our waitress was the pits. read more

So so so good! The sweet potato with labne was so delicious that we had to order another one. Ceviche came with jalapeños which gave it a nice spicy kick. They also have a variety of $1 oysters for happy hour ! read more

I was so disappointed with the service on Saturday evening. Took forever for our drink orders to be taken, which is never a good start. We ordered the grilled shrimp appetizer and the waitress said oh they were out of shrimp...10 minutes after opening...on a Saturday night. Ok fine, would've been nice if we were notified of any menu changes when we we sat down. Then the next time we saw the waitress I ordered the swordfish entree and it seemed like our orders were placed just fine, however the waitress returned almost 10 minutes later to say that the swordfish entree would be served with cod. The exact same dish, just with cod. WEIRD. Again, these things should be mentioned to diners before they place their orders. The food wasn't anything special to top off the worst service I have ever had in manhattan, brooklyn or queens. read more

Average food, bad service. Don't get the hype on this place. Hate the way they force a tip in your face.

I dont know why people are writing such long dissertations about this place. I've got one word for you... AWFUL! Over priced, salty, miniature cocktails, little seafood for a "seafood" place. Save your hard earned money, go buy a slice around the corner. read more

Great little laid-back restaurant but spacious enough and and the noise level was not too high either. There were 8 of us and we ordered a big variety of dishes - from the skewers to the pork, chicken, steak and sides. Our waitress was very sweet & top-notch. Cocktails maybe a little on the pricey side for the size and the location but they were good. Just 1 thing I'm not sure about in that joint - the light fittings. read more

A beautiful restaurant! Always fresh and the food is incredibly delicious. Green omelet and pickles are a must. Brother sister duo nailed this one-also ambience is perfect. read more

My husband and I have been to Lighthouse several times for dinner and we've always enjoyed everything. I still think about the watermelon salad from last summer! The one time we disliked a pasta dish, they were super accommodating in replacing it! Staff is always pleasant and the ambience is great for date night. A little pricey for a casual night out though. Yum. read more

The breakfast sandwich for delivery are surprisingly good. The brioche bun does not come soggy which I don't understand how they do it. I'm also an egg snob and they don't overcook their eggs until they are too rubbery. I haven't tried their dinner or lunch items but the breakfast is definitely great. read more

This place is amazing. Just got back from there and feel the need to share this with the world! The burger is incredible, so is the big salad and finally an amazing desert: the pa pie :) definitely recommend and will return there! read more

I've been there twice and great food and vibe. The cheeseburger and the pulled pork bacon muffin special were amazing. It's one if those more understated places I find, and a great option for the area. Can't wait to go back again. read more

Great dollar oyster happy hour. Fantastic fries. Brunch is perfection. And plenty of outdoor seating!

Love this place. Solid cocktails, good atmosphere. Usually not over-crowded.

Healthy, tasty, creative, this place rocks! Must gets: the kolorabi and the squash.

Fabulous food and atmosphere! Our table got a pitcher of the Hemingway cocktail, burrata, ceviche, escarole salad, oysters, burger, and chicken sandwich. Don't skip out on the house made burrata and grilled sourdough--so good! Everyone enjoyed everything and the service was great as well. Come at happy hour for great deals! read more

The burger and the chilequiles which me and my friends had are both very delicious and satisfying meals, I think a good value for money. The place itself is well lit during the day, not too crowded or loud, perfect atmosphere for a relaxed brunch. I would've given this place a 5 star, if not for the service. The 2 meals that my friends ordered (one of which was a burger) arrived at least 20 minutes before my burger arrived, even though we ordered them together. By the time my burger arrived they already were long past their meals. They clearly realized that they forgot about my order by the time the other ones were ready. We noticed BTW that the same thing happened at other tables. So there's a clear problem with meal tracking and general organization. The waiters were nice, but there was a strong feeling that there was not enough of them. Between ordering meals, drinks, check or just about anything it took them usually at least 15 minutes to approach us. We wound up spending much more time there then we expected for a meal and 2 drinks. The only reason I'm considering going back there is because the burger was so good. I'm hoping that this disorganization was a one time thing and not systemic, and that the managers realize that such issues drive customers away. read more

WHAT AN AWFUL EXPERIENCE. There were a few problems. First, the service was horrendous. I waited 15 minutes for the waiter to bring me ketchup for my rather basic tasting cheeseburger and fries. Second is the quality of food. Not only was my meal subpar, leaving much to be desired, but my friend's Pasta dish lacked flavor and was portioned for a five year old after a midday snack. Lastly, upon trying to pay for our meal, we were informed that "their system was down and they couldn't take card-only cash". Would have been nice to know that BEFORE we sat down to eat our mediocre meal served at a roaring snails pace. I wouldn't recommend Lighthouse to anyone, not even my worst enemies and I promised myself as I left the restaurant that I would never, ever go back. read more

Dear God, if the food in heaven could be from here, that'd be great. If you come to Brooklyn and don't eat here, you have made a huge error. EAT THE OCTOPUS read more

This place is impressive. Everything about it is charming; it's positioned on a fork in the road, it's cased by floor to ceiling windows that open up and create a bright and airy atmosphere, the bar and kitchen set-up feels very European and a bit cottagey while the distressed wood tables are so Brooklyn-esque... it's perfect. I've been to Lighthouse for brunch twice and tried the Shakshuka and the Quinoa Salad, both were terrific. They also have a fantastic drink menu, the Pimm s Cup is my favorite. I can't wait to go back and try more of their menu! read more

I discovered the Lighthouse with my husband a couple of years ago and it instantly one of our favorite places. We have celebrated New Years Eve, birthdays, anniversaries and the purchase of our first apartment here. We have brought friends, parents, co-workers and neighbors to the Lighthouse and always had wonderful experiences. Both dinner and brunch are excellent. Lighthouse is one of the few places in neighborhood to have really great drinks and amazing food. I can highly recommend the big salad and the chicken, the specials are always really good too. (Full disclosure) Over time we have become good friends with the owners (brother and sister, Asaf & Naama) and their staff. Nick the head chef is so talented, I could eat his food everyday of the week. The whole team is here is so welcoming and warm, Naama is literally one of the nicest people I have ever met and the most gracious host. My only hesitation is writing this review is that the Lighthouse will become too popular and we won't be able to get a table! read more

great little place, comfortable table seating,freindly wait staff.I had Ceviche and roast chicken,wife had hanger steak and salad & bottle of wine. everything was really good no complaints also has a nice bar area. read more

my parents had just flown into town and they were ah-hungrrry. after being rejected oh-so-rudely from peter lugars, we stumbled around the neighborhood looking for somewhere to eat. and then we saw it: the Lighthouse. it saved our evening, our stomachs, and our moods. the food was fantastic, the waitress/owner was the s-w-e-e-t-e-s-t, and the atmosphere was perfect. i would recommend this place to ANYONE with an appetite for excellent food and wonderful people/surroundings. try it - you will love it. promise. read more

Lighthouse just might be my favorite restaurant in NY. I have been here on several occasions and the food is consistently exceptional, service is great, and I love the atmosphere. Some of my favorites on the (current) menu are chicken sandwich, skirt steak, oysters, mussel dish, and many more. The menu is also very versatile and I would recommend this place to anyone. read more

We had a big company dinner occupying all the restaurant and they were awesome and patient. Incredible food, nice wine and location. read more

I took my wife and her friend out for dinner last night (saturday, 03/12) to "the lighthouse". I'd been eagerly anticipating the opening of this restaurant for a couple of months as I watched them renovating. Well, it was worth the wait. The interior of the restaurant is gorgeous. The seating is communal wooden tables with benches, very clean and simple. The bar is a long swooping affair, with a nice wooden rail, the barback, custom shelving. And the light fixtures are wonderful brushed brass bowls. These elements all combine to produce a very welcoming comfortable atmosphere. Also the kitchen is open until midnight, good news for those of us that prefer to dine later. Our server explained to us that the menu is constantly changing in order to reflect what is currently in season and available, demonstrating the restaurant's dedication to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We started with a half dozen of oysters from the raw bar. (There were three varieties, we opted for two of each). The oysters were brought to us quickly and were amazing. On the night that we visited there were four entrees and two salads offered. We skipped the salads and ordered three of the entrees, the fish of the day, the steak, and the New Zealand lamb chops. "The Lighthouse" has an open kitchen so we were able to see the cooks get to work immediately after receiving our ticket and before we could finish our first drinks our entrees were on the table. The three of us shared all three dishes and I'm able to report that they were all amazing. The steak was served with jalapeno peppers and my wife, who hates spicy food, began to cut into one of the peppers. I told her that she shouldn't eat the pepper because it was really spicy and she replied "I know but everything is so good I want to try it." She shouldn't have but it is a testament to the overall quality of everything on the plates that she even wanted to. I've already written too much but in summation I'd like to say that while I recommend this restaurant very very highly, I'm afraid that in a short amount of time it will be difficult to get a table. Congratulations to the owners and to the staff and thank you for such a wonderful dining experience. We'll be back soon and often. read more

Great local bar with fabulous drinks and a friendly bartender. A new neighborhood favorite!

best food, best service. just go!!! the big salad is one of the best salads ive ever had and the brunch is my favorite in the hood. There is so much love put into everyhting they do- and it shows. read more

Best meal and best service I've had in Brooklyn. Fresh and delicious with thoughtful execution in a perfectly casual setting. Can't wait to go back. read more

Get your boatie to the Lighthouse! The place is in a word, vibrant. My man and I went ther yesterday...amazing. Truly charming owners, crazygood cocktails deftly prepared, freshest oysters around (lovingly shucked by the delightful Camilla) and the perfectly cooked ribeye was stepped up to a whole new level with cumin laced roasted jalapenos and sweet roasted garlic....can't wait to go back! read more

Amazing service. The waitstaff was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food was beyond delicious. The squid w/ tahini was a definitely favorite. Excellent cocktail program and wine selection. And to top it off the restaurant is gorgeous. Highly recommend!! read more

I'll start this bad review with the good I think. The brunch food I had (Chilaquiles verdes and a Aperol Spritz) was good. Pretty good. Here is why it was 100% not worth it, and I will never return. I waited 20 minutes for my cocktail, which only came after we reminded them we had ordered (our $10) drinks. My server had clearly completely forgotten. This happened pretty much with every drink at my table. Our food was given to another table and literally took at least 45 minutes to come out. The people next to us (who got our food and came in 15 minutes later) had ordered, eaten our food, and left by the time we were just starting to finish up our meals. We didn't get much of an apology and our server even had an attitude dare I say. I totally understand getting overwhelmed in a restaurant; I was a server for years and this was out of control bad. I would have been fired on the spot. To top it off, the clincher is that they actually had the gall to bring us the bill in full after our 2 hour hell brunch. I very kindly had to explain to the manager that, that simply seemed a little unbelievable and unrealistic after such a rough experience. Even after comping our drinks I felt ripped off. There are so many other places with similar prices, better food, and way better service in lovely Williamsburg. This is the sort of place that gives my beloved neighborhood a bad reputation. read more

If i could eat here everyday I would. The food is always amazing, the wine I have ordered always good too, though it is a little spendy I find it a fair trade considering the hack jobs in the neigh. Get it. Also, the lady waitress is a mind blowing dollface, we love going there just to see her. Thanks read more

We went back and I have to say, the food is just too exceptional on a regular basis to not enjoy this place. We had quinoa this time and it was terrific. read more

Absolutely incredible food and the staff is extremely accommodating. Highly recommend the restaurant.

Great cocktails. Great food. One of the better Williamsburg restaurants. Support it.

I never write reviews, but had to for this restaurant. The food is simple, but so fresh and absolutely delicious! It's not often when I like to go back to the same restaurant and at the Lighthouse restaurant I can have dinner every day... do yourself a favor and check out this place. read more

Hands down, some of the best food in Williamsburg. I've never ordered anything here that wasn't incredibly delicious. I'm gluten intolerant and they are also very accomomdating. Wonderful! read more