I was really craving Cajun food and decided to give this place a try. I'm so glad I did. I tried the gumbo, the red beans and rice and my personal favorite the crawfish etouffee. This was some of the beast cajun food I've had in the city! 10/10 would recommend! read more

Lowerline from John Verlander is an absolute hit! As someone who spent four years living in and countless visits back to New Orleans, John's cooking is authentic and on point. Stop by this cozy eatery and try any of the oysters (easily the best oysters I've had all summer...Disco Hama by the Hama Hama Company), any of the Po' Boys (we had the shrimp) and the crawfish etouffee (rich with flavor and rewarding). Here's how you can tell that a Po' Boy is authentic...the mayo that comes part of a "dressed" Po' Boy is warm. Order a Po' Boy next time you visit NOLA and you'll see what I mean. If you show up and there's a little wait, no worries. Because the food is typically cranked out pretty fast, tables turn over fairly quickly. Just put your name down on the list and relax. Kudos to John and team for putting out no compromise cajun cuisine in the perfect location...until his next location pops up, which seems inevitable at this point. read more

Amazing oysters and Po boys and Glasserie red wine! Excellent customer service as well!

WOW Just happened to have stumbled into this little Popular neighborhood spot. Super nice unpretentious service.. But the Star here is the delicious authentic Cajun delights. I sat at the bar and ordered the Ham bone red beans and Rice yummm! Definitely going back to try the Po boys and the gumbo. Tiny place so MAKE A RESERVATION!! Definitely coming back and recommending to everyone I know. read more

Why haven't we gone here earlier. Precocious, it sounded like a tiny spot with prices that didn't support the limited indoor dining. We tried it today sitting outside in their Outdoor set up in the rain and it was fabulous. The menu is tight and everything they do is well done here. Service friendly and genuine. We found a neighborhood local spot. Oysters fabulous! read more

Today I had the pleasure of discovering Lowerline. If you have ever dreamt or craved for AUTHENTIC New Orleans cuisine/ po' boys, get ready to be taken to sheer Heaven. Thank You Chef and Team for making my entire meal today one of the best I have ever had in the Big Apple. And you would be remiss to skip out on the silky, creamy Chicory Panna Cotta. OMG... Delicious read more

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Yummy oysters and a surprise desert i would come back a million times only thing is it's small but they have outdoor seating

The food was good. I got the catfish po'boy. To me, the bread overpowered the sandwich. However, the catfish was clearly cooked in clean oil which made me feel how fresh the sandwich was. read more

We came for dinner on a Tuesday evening. We arrived right before happy hour ended and had to wait probably 20 minutes for a table which was fine. They offered to put in a drink or oyster order for us at happy hour prices since we were on the list before it ended. The staff and owner were very friendly and attentive. The restaurant is very small, but cozy. The food all seems very fresh and what I had was delicious. I ordered the Shrimp Po-Boy and my friend had the Gumbo. The Po-Boy was excellent and filling. I also had the Cider which was crisp and refreshing. At the end of your meal they also give you a complimentary dessert that was delicious and was the perfect amount for a sweet finish. I will definitely be back to try some other items on their menu. read more

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Haven't been here but have ordered for delivery and the food is delicious! Pros: - fast delivery and fried oyster/fries were still crispy! - po boy and gumbo combo was delicious - you get to try two popular items as well - muffuletta po boy was a nice twist; highly recommend Cons - it is a little pricey for the neighborhood. Sandwiches ~$16 - portions for the fries and fried oysters were laughable. I did indeed laugh upon opening the takeout containers. See uploaded photo I definitely would order again just likely not the fries/fried oysters. Price is not worth the little amount you get. read more

The BEST Louisiana Creole / Cajun food in NYC hands down! The crawfish étouffée is just like my family makes in New Iberia, LA. The seafood okra gumbo tastes like New Orleans. The creamy red beans and rice with andouille is amazing too! The owner John is from Monroe / New Orleans and the food reflects it! So so so good! You will not be disappointed. Laissez les bon temps rouler! Okay Brooklyn! I will definitely be back. Made me happy! :) read more

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Silly, silly me is allergic to shrimp and averse to most shellfish, and yet I desperately wanted to give this place a shot because it was so highly raved about by my friends and neighbors and I figured at least one or two items on the menu wouldn't trigger my immensely hyperactive immune system. First off, this place is super small, like maximum of 15 people small. Try calling ahead if you have a party larger than ... 2? Second, the staff is tres friendly. You want something, you instantly got it. You have questions, they'll answer it. You debate what to eat, and if they overhear it, they'll make you a stellar recommendation. That last one is particularly true - I was thinking about the roast beef po' boy and then the guy behind the bar was like DO IT and so I did and I REGRET NOTHING. The gravy is so savory and rich, the roast beef is nice and soft, and the flavors blended so well together. I really like this place. If they'd be open to expanding their menu to include some sort of pork po' boy, I'd be even happier! Or fried chicken! read more

Best po'boy and gumbo on this side of the mason dixon line !! Cozy place, small yet perfect menu. Close to the Bk museum, perfect location! read more

Lowerline - Oyster po'boy, gumbo and Arbita to wash it all down. I want to have this, or any po'boy on their menu every day twice a day !! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I only had a small meal with a friend so keep that in mind. I had a small order of gumbo and an order of fries. Fries were freshly fried and the gumbo was good too. There was a big piece of crab shell in my gumbo which was a little confusing because it wasn't like I could eat it (I tried to break it open but the crab was too small to get any meat), but it looked cool so I give them a pass. My friend had a crawfish etouffee that looked solid. I'd come back and try some larger portions. read more

Great crawfish Etouffe & fried Oystiz! Only drawback is highly limited seating, Like 12-16 max So put your name down before you go! read more

Came from Miami looking for places to eat at. Food was good and the service was really good. A good spot to go for lunch. I would definitely go here again. read more

Lowerline - Cup of Gumbo Fried Shrimp Po-Boy French Fries - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Definitely a hidden gem! Seafood gumbo amazing....oysters amazing very fresh and a great variety. Awesome I will be back soon and thanks for the great service. read more

Amazing oysters and the crawfish etouffee was astounding. I've never had crawfish prepared this way and was pleasantly surprised at its buttery texture. The restaurant is small and can get packed very easily. We received cute little desserts with our checks, which was a great surprise. read more

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What a lovely little joint. I'm thrilled to welcome Lowerline (and a little authentic NOLA flavor) to the neighborhood. This was a perfect Valentine's Day meal for my fiance and I as our first trip together was to New Orleans. Lowerline offers many reminders of dining and drinking in the Big Easy: a soundtrack of big brass bands was playing during our meal, Crystal hot sauce was a staple at every table, the aroma of gumbo greets you as you enter, and the space itself is intimate so you can easily imagine yourself wandering in for a bite, tucked away off of a side street in the French Quarter. There are three tables in the front and then a long bar (with fresh oysters on display) for additional seating. The artwork throughout continues the theme, my favorite was a poster in the bathroom with matchbooks from well-know institutions in New Orleans (Commander's Palace, House of Blues, etc). We sampled the Oyster Po-Boy and the Seafood & Okra Gumbo and both were excellent. I had some shell in my gumbo but otherwise it might be the best I've had....ever! Hearty (chunks of crab, shrimp, sausage and oysters) and filled with flavor, I am already longing to return for more. The Po-Boy included crusty, fresh bread, shredded lettuce, delicious pickles and tomato and mayo - all perfect accompaniments for some fried oysters. After a bite and a gulp of my house beer, I felt transported. My mini-vacation came to a delightful end when our hostess served us complimentary cafe au lait panna cotta. I can't stress how amazing this treat was...so creamy and sweet, I scraped the cup with my tiny spoon savoring every last bit. Who needs Cafe du monde or beignets? Lowerline is legit. read more

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So delicious and such a cute little spot. I got an oyster poboy and an Abita beer - both to die for. I'll certainly be back.

So glad to have authentic Cajun food in the neighborhood. Lowerline is always worth the splurge and always consistent. Pre-covid the the service was solid and post-covid the takeout orders have always been accurate. read more

I was born in the 9th ward in New Orleans east and I can definitely say this is "on point" with what you will find in New Orleans. I've had the roast beef... out of this world - " no napkins! ". Then tried the shrimp and ,being a shrimp connoisseur, thumbs up. The gumbo, exactly like it should be done. The atmosphere is great, neighborhood is great and the staff here is super friendly. The best part about this gem... it's not post-katrina, ultra-New Orleans and cheesed out with all the overdone flair. It has a unique character. And I feel right at home. ...oh, WHO DAT!? read more

Super yummy. Got half the shrimp po boy and cup of gumbo and questioned getting the other half of the po boy to go. Cute and quaint, gets a little busy though. read more

I feel like I've been robbed of $52 by some millennial who has occupied my neighborhood with no gun. I ordered gumbo but instead got a cup of broth and the catfish was one fillet cut up into snack sizes. The Flavor was good but what about the rest of the ingredients? I was hungry but not desperate so I'll pass the next time I'm craving Cajun and just make myself a pb&j. read more

SO GOOD. My mother and I came here without a waitlist spot on a rainy evening and were immediately greeted and offered a drink menu. We had a longer wait, but the atmosphere is so cozy that we didn't mind. The bar and kitchen are also open, so we could watch the action. We ordered some excellent Wellfleet oysters to start, which was a real treat with the $1 per oyster happy hour special. Dinner for me was a fried shrimp po-boy with a cup of gumbo, both delicious and not overdone. Simple but perfect for a gross day. My mother got the crawfish étouffée which was also great. Had to take a card because this place was so good that I never want to forget about it! read more

Soooo good. Sat at the bar for dinner. Everyone behind the counter is super laidback, friendly and conversational. Ordered two of each type of oyster they had (1 west coast, 3 east coast) and all of them were amazing. Shucked in front of us, super flavorful and incredibly fresh. They were very knowledgable about flavor profiles and origins of each oyster. I got the crawfish etouffee, he got the po'boy + gumbo combo. Everything was amazing. Etouffee was delicious with the right amount of heat and a healthy portion of perfectly cooked crawfish tails. Gumbo was so smoky and yummy. Both were paired with perfectly cooked rice. I didn't try the roast beef po'boy but apparently it was very, very good. Gotta love a surprise dessert--we each got a little shot glass size serving of coffee panna cotta (I think there was chicory in it too?) I HOPE they come out with a dessert menu at some point, because that panna cotta was perfect. The texture was just a tiny bit jiggly, with that perfect solid-until-it-melts-in-your-mouth quality. And so intensely flavorful and creamy. Would happily pay and eat a ramekin of that. Service was speedy, friendly and so chill/relaxed. Definitely becoming a regular here. read more

Loved the seafood gumbo with the shrimp po boy! great flavor, can't wait to visit again. read more

Lowerline - Oysters - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Really enjoyed the Ham Bone Rice and Beans. My friend got the People's street which is half a Po Boy and gumbo. The Shrimp Po Boy was out of this world good. Can not wait to go back! Also, they serve complimentary Mini Cafe Du Monde Panna Cottas that was surprisingly very good. It was such a nice treat after a great lunch. read more

What an amazing experience! We were going to the Brooklyn Museum and decided to try something new in the area. Lowerline was a great discovery; small restaurant with a lot of character and the best Cajun / Creole food we have ever tried. Their sea food gumbo was incredible and my husband ordered the ham bone with beans and rice, which was also yummy! We had some fresh oysters as appetizer, also fantastic. Their service is outstanding and they have a nice touch at the end with a house coffee dessert, that was as delicious as everything else. Highly recommend it and will certainly go back next time we are in the area! read more

Wish I could have visited post covid. Absolutely delicious. Worth every cent! I hope it will be open for dine in soon because I would love to try all the dishes. read more

Excellent place with friendly staff and great authentic food. Perfect if you're missing New Orleans! Don't miss the oyster happy hour! read more

Lowerline - Crawfish Etouffee & Shrimp Peoples Street Special - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great N'awlins food in a cozy but elegant setting! Stopped in today to get my fix before the Saints game and was wowed by their seafood gumbo. TASTES LIKE HOME!! Then I had half an oyster po-boy which with a little Tabasco was so on point! Had a great conversation with the owner and staff and will be coming back for sure. The coffee and chicory panna cotta was the right finisher to this down home meal. read more

We live basically upstairs from this place and it could not be a more welcome addition to the neighborhood. The shrimp poboy is out of this world and we love the salad and fries too. How does a simple salad taste so amazing? I have no idea but it does. I'm so happy they are reopening for take out. Cannot wait to sit at the bar again one day. read more

A taste of New Orleans right here in crown heights. If you want perfect ettoufet or a po boy that might put some places in New Orleans to shame, come to this spot. Small, quaint, and worth every penny. The roast beef is incredible too read more

Lowerline is a relatively new Cajun/New Orleans style restaurant in the area and I stopped by for dinner with a friend on a rainy spring evening The menu had the traditional porous, ettuoufie and gumbo. They also have oysters which are $1 during happy hour! They have a deal for half a sandwich and a cup of gumpo for $15 which is a good deal. The food was good, pretty authentic but I wasn't blown away. Would give it a 3.5 stars really The place is small, a few tables and a long bar but the service was friendly and the server was nice. She misheard my order but then was very apologetic and corrected it. Will probably stop by once or twice more to see how they develop in the area read more

Our first time at Lowerline but it will not be our last! Oysters east coast and west were fresh and briny. The west coast were (as always) the better. Crawfish étouffée was delicious with a slight spice that sneaked up on us. Shrimp Po Boy was, how to say it, delicious! Fresh shrimp fried just right on a great roll. Could not have asked for more. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. As I said we'll be back. read more

Love this place, closest thing to authentic New Orleans food in my neighborhood. Poboys & red beans and rice are my favorites. Be sure to check them out read more

This Baton Rouge girl says YES! Red beans and rice were smoky, spicy, and flavorful. Surf and turf poboy had plump shrimp and delicious meat. Great outdoor seating section, friendly service, and good beer selection. and topped off with a free cafe au lait panna cotta. Cannot recommend more! read more

That crawfish ettoufee my goodness! Worth the drive from Harlem or after a show at the Barclay's. Definitely my go to spot for authentic Louisiana seafood in Brooklyn read more

Amazing. The first time we made reservations here the wait was too long and we were hungry so we skipped it. I am so glad we came back. Fried oysters, shrimp po boy, and crawfish etouffe were all perfection. Seating is limited so making a reservation is best. We will definitely be back! read more