incredible food, service, and experience. Would definitely go back again to try other dishes :)

This is a very small and crowded restaurant- which is what drew us in on a rainy Saturday night. The menu looks great with pictures and an array of different Japanese hits from cold to hot. Service : My fiancé and I ordered saki and an ichigo beer. We asked for a second beer cup 3x. Third times the charm. Not one waiter came to ask us through our meal if we needed a refill. No one changed plates. The hot food came out with the cold. Wtf? And they forgot out pickle appetizer. Food: We had a 5 root salad- tasted like warm roots with soy and sesame(nice). Crunchy shrimp. They forgot the crunch back in the kitchen. 3 way salmon roll was yummy. All the sushi has more rice than necessary. Overall: service was not in existence. Ingredients were fresh and well executed for the most part. read more

Salt + Charcoal - 3 way salmon and a not very crunchy -crunch shrimp roll. - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here 3 times and all of them are good experience. We did tried everything on the menu except the lamb and salmon. What I love the most are the tartare, uni beef and oyster. Best japanese restaurant in Williamburgs read more

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If you're going to splurge, try the uni and fillet mignon steak! I promise you, it's worth it! You'll feel like you're eating a million bucks. It's a large portion so it's definitely good to share between 2 people. read more

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Amazing cuisine!! The charcoal technique is what makes it all come together! Great service!! read more

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Really enjoyed my experience dining there. We had tuna tartare appetizer, our server mixed it in front of us which was a special touch. Aged NY strip was absolutely delicious as well, which they offered to cut for us. Try their cocktail with sake and matcha. Staff is very friendly, our server Maru did a great job. Will definitely come back. read more

Salt + Charcoal - Mezcal-pineapple cocktail - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Really loved the food and service. The edamame, the steak, sushi all were wonderful. The mixologists are great. We asked how particular drinks are made and we had a display of how the ingredients and technique to make the drinks. They really take the time to service people. We come all the time and it's always a great time. read more

Expensive but definitely worth it! Really high quality steak with a smashed potato, the smoked duck breast and a table side mixing of tuna tartar are our favorites. read more

The food is good. I really love the uni, fresh and sweet. The crab cake is absolutely great, with real crab meat and well cooked. But the price is a little bit high. read more

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Went to Salt + Charcoal about 2 years ago and again recently with friends and both times have been just amazing. A cozy intimate restaurant in Williamsburg that brings a lot of flavor and quality food. Their charcoal grilled edamame and cheese fries are great! All the sushi was very fresh and the 30 day dry aged porterhouse was perfect. I loved the uni wagyu roll and tuna tartare (which is freshly made at the table). The Japanese Prime Wagyu is literally perfection if you really want to splurge. Highly recommend Salt + Charcoal! read more

This restaurant is really 3.5 but I kind of expected a little more from them given their location and price so i rounded down. I came here last night for dinner around 8:30 and the tables were taken but the server (a really sweet girl) told us we can sit at the bar until something opens up, we sat ordered our drinks and food and luckily someone left not long after. THE YUZU MOJITO IS BOMB! it was so good i finished it in less than 5 minutes! If you have not tried it yet definitely try it! We ordered the 50 day aged steak and the wagyu... their menu was quite confusing they have the price listed as one price but mentions its (8oz for two people) for the wagyu and min order of two but has the price as $49 next to it...when its suppose to be $98?!? I don't understand why it wasn't labeled as $98 to begin with if you had to order two minimum but only get one steak?!? Anyways... we had an order of wagyu which was really good, i enjoyed that alot more than they 50 day aged (we ordered medium rare and it came out medium well.) quite dry and a little overcooked .. We got an order of branzino and it was okay but slightly overcooked as well... i think i prefer raw fish more because there's no bones. The wagyu sushi was REALLY GOOD and the Wagyu with uni was really good too those were probably my two favorite dishes the whole night. We also tried the octopus appetizer which was perfectly cooked... I would switch the branzino with hamachi next time. The server was really nice and friendly, water was refilled in a timely manner. Took off one star for my overcooked 50 day aged steak and one star for the mediocre branzino which was slightly overcooked.. our bill came out to be 400 for three people after tips and tax. I would definitely come back for their cocktails and appetizer.. but probably skip on their steak. read more

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I don't do a lot of yelp reviews even though I use it a lot but Salt + Charcoal deserves a review. Our meal was delicious and I mean delicious. The wagyu beef is melt in your mouth and buttery. Everything we ordered just kept getting better and better. From the wagyu beef with uni to the crab cake to the grilled octopus and fried crispy oyster. I can go on... We also had incredible service from Kristina. It's such a quaint Restuarant and packs a punch with taste. One of the best Resturant we've been to during our trip to NY. Really friendly atmosphere. We will be back when we return to NY. read more

I had been wanting to try Salt+Charcoal for quite some time and had the page bookmarked. I decided to come when my family was in town. After dining here, I was a little underwhelmed. Let me start off by saying the service was really good! The hostess and the waitress were both really really nice. We had visited during the week without reservations, and they were quick to seat us. We got the octopus to start, which was pretty good! I would have to say that was the highlight of our meal. The octopus was followed by the the wagyu tartar (super small portion) ,assorted sashimi, and the steak (our piece had quite a bit of fat on it). For the price of the meal, I wasn't super impressed. read more

It's a pretty decent place. The seating is a bit tight especially if you're a party of two. The crunchy oysters are incredible. A bit pricey on the Wagyu's but seems to be worth the price. Got the 50day aged porterhouse for two and it did the same justice as the oysters. Staff is definitely well-accommodating. read more

Salt + Charcoal - Porterhouse steak for two - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was recently in the neighborhood on Sunday evening and I found this lovely little corner venue for dinner. Upon arrival, we were the only 2 guests in the restaurant so we had the luxury of choosing to sit in a booth at the back with a view of the chef preparing our meal. We were also given the option to sit outside but it was a bit too sunny and muggy at the time. We were given menus right away and I started off by ordering a glass of Rosé since I had seen a 'Happy Hour Special' outside advertising $6 Rose and $5 beers. The menu is small but that's usually a good sign in my book because more details and attention is given to the meals. Everything on the menu looked delicious so I happily indulged and picked a few great dishes. We had the lamb chops, which were mind blowing and it was a treat to watch the chef grill my meat to perfection. The chops were cooked medium rare, perfectly salted, and accompanied with a side of 'charcoal' risotto which was quite tasty as well. I also had the honor of having the most amazing crab cakes I have ever eaten in my entire life. These crab cakes are unexplainably good and it came with this sauce that was to die for! I was sad that there were only two pieces of crab cakes but the fact that I got to enjoy them with a side of cheese fries was the cherry on top. Don't forget to order yourself some cheese fries, you won't regret it. These thin slivers of potatoes fried golden brown and lightly drenched in Swiss cheese sauce are so delicious. The only downfall during my visit was that there were so many flies flying around the table when the food came out because the windows and doors were open. The chef quickly took notice and sent the waiter over to fan them away but obviously that got to be a little annoying. The reason we opted to eat indoors was so that we wouldn't have to deal with flies and insects. The staff was very pleasant and attentive at all times which was heavily appreciated because I can be a bit needy. The prices are little on the higher side but you definitely get your bang for your buck in regards to quality and preparation of your meal. I look forward to my future visit and I will be sure to make a reservation next time and not just stroll in. read more

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Great spot for a different kind of Steakhouse. Really enjoyed every aspect of my visit. Started with a grilled octopus appetizer and it waa cooked perfectly along with asian spices and sauces which made it unique. NY Strip for entree couldn't have been more top quality and cooked perfectly. The service was on point and I highly recommend.. read more

Salt + Charcoal - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We came here for dinner as a couple with no reservations and were seated at the kitchen counter. There is a good drink selection and a limited menu, but all of the food coming out was definitely of high quality. We opted for the dry aged strip steak and a salmon roll. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium and the salmon roll was done beautifully with very fresh ingredients. For desert, we had the mochi waffle ice cream dish. Their black sesame ice cream was very good. I think this restaurant leans more towards the $$$ category, rather than $$. Overall, we would consider returning to try more of their delicious dishes. read more

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Beware PARENTS with kids! They turned us away because we had 2 kids. They told us they could not accommodate "us" and would not give us a reason. My Husband went in because I was embarrassed and they told him they were "full". There were empty... So we ate across the street and after a 2 hour dinner walked back by and they were still not full. Being that way in 2021 seems pretty hateful. read more

Great cocktails , amazing food. I went there with a few friends , I was surprised they have a vine room in the basement. We had a few a5waguy appetizers , they were off the hook . read more

Came here on 2/16/19. Second time. Love this place Service and food is excellent. read more

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I can't say enough about this spot, I really love the combination of the finer things: a great steak + sushi. Salt + Charcoal has the best combinations of both with their offerings of uni & steak via their rolls as well as entrees. Your meal can be customized to be as luxurious as you desire. They have great outdoor seating as well! Perfection! read more

Uni was freshhhhhhhhhhhh !! Food was excellent in terms of taste. YUMMY! their drinks and dessert were also amazing. The wagyu sushi was deliciousssss. Everything here was delicious. Except- the service. We received our entree about an hour after placing the order. We ordered the wagyu sushi, octopus and the uni with steak. We loved the uni with steak. It had ikura and seaweed. read more

Salt + Charcoal - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Terrible service manger came and yelled at us, because even didn't tip enough even though the service was terrible. Never going here again. Rude management plus they charged me twice on my card. read more

The people here are Horrible! The service is good and the food here is great, yet highly over priced. While eating here there was an asian woman with somewhat revealing clothes on. I over heard a tall, skinny, Japanese man who I assume is the owner or manager say to an employee "Women who dress like that are just asking to be Rap*d hehehe" and then went on to make a derogatory comment about Chinese people. Like WTF!? Are you serious? It's no wonder the only woman working in the restaurant is the hostess, they probably all quit because of this man. I've seen at least two other bad reviews about this guy on here. I could never come back here again and have to see this guy's face. read more

A little bit loud and may be better for groups than for a 1 on 1 situation. I don't like sushi, but I shared a sushi order and thought it was pretty good. Prices were mostly reasonable and what I would expect for a steakhouse. Will probably pick up the cheese fries again to go. read more

Very attentive bartender and I ate at the bar. Had fried oyster, crab cake and grilled octopus; two sushi rolls; and surf and turf. All really well prepared- but the filet mignon was amazingly tender and the lobster had hollandaise sauce applied already. I'd say the only thing missing was more side options- like their take on creamed spinach or another steakhouse staple. I would go back for sure. read more

I had dinner here on Thursday and it was so good I'm still thinking about the place. Not only the dishes were perfect, I was impressed by the house drinks too. I stopped by to ask some questions to the bartender and he was the nicest guy. His multitasking is impressive, as he was keeping a chat with me he was still focused in his multiple tasks. Sometimes I couldn't hear him because of the mask and he was super patient repeating the information. Too bad the bar area is not open. My partner and I love to socialize with new people when we go out. Service always ready and really good attention overall. Beautiful ambientance. I'm definitely coming back. Thank you S+C!!! read more

Very pricey but the steak is worth it. Salad is not their forte, go for the meat. If you need a salad, their kale salad is actually better than their seaweed salad, surprisingly for a Japanese steakhouse. Get the wagyu beef appetizer with sea urchin, it's great, and it's one of the most interesting flavor profiles on the menu. The grilled vegetables, particularly the broccoli, are simple and really showcase the charcoal. If you can only get two things, make it the porterhouse steak and the broccoli. read more

Salt + Charcoal - Outdoor seating - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing food and our waiter was great. Host not so great and felt like giving me a hard time about a reservation they cancelled! But other than that it was amazing and our waiter was extremely knowledgeable everything we were eating and drinking! read more

Literally just salt and charcoal. Food was extremely bland and flavorless. I was referee by a coworker and went lay minute. Turned out to be a huge disappointment. Service was great. I could have did without having to keep swatting away the drain flies. Lobster had zero seasoning, I didn't even taste butter. Even Waygu was disappointing which I never thought possible. The staff was great but for me it was a big waste. read more

Great eats and ambiance. East enjoyed the both the filet mignon and lamb chops cooked to desired perfection

So I had a date night with my crazy siblings and this place is amazing! The food was delicious and our waiter was great! I had the black snapper which was one of the fish of the day...and boy oh boy! I couldn't even finish it and was glad I was able to enjoy it at home lol my siblings had the steak and the lobster, which they enjoyed. I will definitely be visiting again! read more

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Definitely, a treat yourself place because of the price. Total I think was $130 (excluding tip) for tuna tartare, NY steak, miso soup, and veggies. Giving it 1 star less because the steak took 1 hour and 45 mins to arrive at the table. I understand staffing shortages but to keep it brief - I had a pretty rough flight coming to the city and I took a nap at the table and my steak still didn't arrive lol. read more

My friends took me here for my bday. Food was great but HH was better base on price. I enjoyed all the dishes, especially the steak! Seating is tight so big groups be warned. read more

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OMG !!!! So freaking amazing. From the wait staff to the food to the price this place knocks it out of the park. Went here for a good friends birthday and we had the best experience. Got the steak special and different rolls and the two different tartars. So freakin' good. And any place that has Uni already amazing, you know the fish is fresh if they have that on the menu. Definitely recommend this place for dates, get togethers or just an all around good Japanese meal. read more

Great spot to sit outside and people watch. Food is fantastic. Beware of anchovies on the fries - was not into that AT ALL (that's how they come) but everything else was to die for so I still have them 5 stars! I had brunch there btw read more

Salt + Charcoal - Great edamame - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I forgot what brought me here but I do not regret coming here. It is on the pricier end and is good for celebration or to eat a few times a year, but definitely not an every day dinner thing. Sharing with two others, we ordered the assorted sashimi platter, the uni and wagyu beef roll, kaisou salad, fries, and the porterhouse for two. You can tell the sashimi is fresh - it tasted clean and the texture smooth and firm and vibrant in color. My friend who loves sushi and sashimi approves. I had skipped the beef roll because I though I hated uni. It turns out I just had bad uni because my friends insisted I tried the uni from the sashimi platter and guess who just got smacked in the face with the hands of regret. The salad was good, but definitely the weaker dish of the five. It is more like a palate cleaner. The fries were done nicely. The steak we asked for medium since we all like our steak temperature different. The steak was flavorful and came with some nice sauces. It is sizeable and it was create we ordered for two and not three. For drinks, one of my friend had red wine, the other tried the Oolong Hi, and I got the Yuzu Mule. We all agreed the Yuzu Mule is a must get. The only hiccup to this great meal was that the waiter knocked down the soy sauce by accident and the soy sauce stained my friend's cashmere sweater and my other friend's coat. The waiter did apologized and wiped the floor, but did nothing else or offered to do anything else (maybe some wet tissues to dab out the stain before it sets?). My friends were troopers about the incident and did not let it ruin our evening. Would recommend. read more

I had a really amazing lunch here! The shocking, but wonderful warm October weather prompted my friend and me to have a nice lunch, basking in the sun. We walked by Salt + Charcoal and thought it looked really nice and interesting, their outdoor seating being a plus. The restaurant was almost empty when we went there on a Monday afternoon, and the service was charming and fast. They have a few solid vegetarian options, but obviously most of it is fish and some meat. I had been trying for some time to find a really great vegetarian poke and now I have! I ordered the Tofu Poke and it was served in the most stunning way. It was one of those "it's too pretty to eat, but I'm starving" moments, but I'm happy I decided to eat it. It was seriously delicious! The bowl came with quinoa hijiki, avocado, scallions, shiso leaf and lemon, all served over delicious, sushi rice. My friend ordered the Tuna Poke ($16) which was pretty much the same, but with tuna instead of tofu. Both of us enjoyed the food, the good weather and the jazz, softly playing from inside the restaurant. read more

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Visited this restaurant with a friend on a Friday evening. We had reservations for indoor dining and was seated immediately. The service was great and the food was delicious. For an appetizer we had the shrimp crunch. For dinner my friend ordered the lamb chops with a side of their baked potatoes and I had the atlantic salmon. Our cocktails were great too. No complaints and would dine there again. read more

I was surprised to find that this place has a downstairs section at the end of the hall. The spirits selection is vast to say the least so be prepared to sift through the drink menu for a while if you're the indecisive type. I would highly recommend the crab cakes as a starter - delicious! The miso soup is the best I've ever tasted. However the reason this is four stars instead of five though is because the duck was a bit chewy and not as tender as I would have hoped - especially when you have to wait 30 minutes more for ordering it! Bonus points for presentation though and the dipping sauces that come with it. I would like to come back and actually try a steak here as I like the atmosphere and east meets west steakhouse fusion concept. Would be perfect for a nice albeit expensive date! read more