My friend and I came here to take advantage of Restaurant Week, and ironically, this restaurant was…read moreon both of our "go-to restaurant" lists. There was no time like the present to finally give it a try. We made a reservation, and I'm glad we did because the restaurant is on the smaller, cozy side. I would definitely recommend making a reservation, especially on the weekends. They also have happy hour from 5-7 p.m., so we ordered drinks and oysters. The oysters were good, and so were the drinks. I tried the Kid Creole, which is made with Barbancourt, sherry, lime, guava, and simple syrup, and it was delicious. For our appetizers, I had the Summer Crab & Corn Chowder, and it was very good--creamy and well-balanced. My friend had the Fried Green Tomatoes and enjoyed them as well. For our entrée, we both ordered the pan-seared snapper with three-cheese stone-ground grits, truffle oil, and a charred pepper and onion medley. The fish was well-seasoned, and the grits were excellent. I'm not usually a fan of grits unless they have cheese, and these definitely didn't disappoint. For dessert, I had the ice cream, while my friend ordered the bread pudding. The bread pudding was a bit tough and wasn't served warm, as it typically is. However, they corrected the issue, which we both appreciated. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely come back to try other dishes. I especially appreciated the friendly welcome when we arrived and the excellent customer service throughout our visit.

A majority of the stars goes to the service we specifically recieved from Mickey - he was a…read morepositive vibe. We went yesterday. Upon entering, the hostess was very dry - almost like she didn't even want to work. We were seated and I noticed the sanitation bottle itself was dirty and had food residue on it. We asked for a replacement. The replacement was from another table and this was almost empty. Next, we looked at the area where they were pulling the food out and noticed the female server (Kenya or Kendra whatever her name was), out in the open, cleaning/digging her nose. It was quite disgusting and very unsanitary. Subsequently, She grabbed straws for our drinks . We then watched her grab someone's food and delivered it. We told Mickey who informed her of our observations. We asked him to bring out new straws. She came to our table with sure plates and slammed them on the table with attitude. We refused to touch them because she has yet to wash her hands. She then stood behind us, leaned on the wall and glared at us with hands crossed with attitude. Why give us attitude when you were unsanitary ? Was it because you were called out ? Throughout our meal, she kept glaring at us and being passive aggressive. The appetizers were tasteful . The rib deviled eggs were good but it had an unexpected sweet taste to it. The country omelette was burnt and the shrimp with grits were too watery for my liking. I expected it to be thicker. Wouldn't return.

I had a great time celebrating my dad's 76th birthday. The calamari was great. I personally had the…read moreoxtail with grits. I did not get the cheese and my sister said the cheese is so mild that I didn't miss anything. The grits are creamy, made with I'm guessing some coconut milk. The grits could have used a tiny bit of salt but the oxtail gravy does make up for that. The oxtails were delicious but I'm so used to traditional Jamaican oxtails that I'd give this dish an 8/10. The star of the show was the coconut crème rum punch. It was so yummy And our sever Shaina was ahhhmaaazziinnggg, she's funny, gorgeous, charming, sweet and attentive. My family had an amazing time.

First and foremost, I am absolutely flabbergasted and disappointed by the experience I had today…read more Three friends and I stopped by to enjoy a few cocktails and maybe grab a bite to eat. When I walked in, I noticed two available seats at the bar. A Caucasian woman took one of the seats, and I sat in the other. Moments later, an employee asked me to move because the woman's friend was supposedly on the way. Now, I've always understood bar seating to be first come, first served. What made the situation even more frustrating was that I wasn't even given the opportunity to order a drink or remain seated until the friend actually arrived. Instead, I was immediately asked to give up my seat for someone who wasn't even present. As a Black man, on Juneteenth of all days, the optics of the situation did not sit well with me. The music was Black. The atmosphere was Black. The culture being celebrated was Black. Yet it felt like preference was being given to someone who wasn't even there over a paying customer who was. Maybe that wasn't the intent, but perception matters, and the experience left a very bad taste in my mouth. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I cannot recommend this establishment. Avoid it at all cost! Zero STARS

Came here for a birthday dinner and everything was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! We…read moreshared a few appetizers, which gave me the chance to try both the steamed oxtail dumplings and the fried oxtail dumplings -- both were SO good. We also shared the lo mein with beef and chicken, and it was packed with flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the salmon with mashed potatoes and sea vegetables, and everything on the plate was cooked beautifully and tasted amazing. And the rum punch by the pitcher? Definitely worth ordering! The food, drinks, and overall experience made the birthday celebration feel extra special. We had such an amazing time, and I would absolutely come back again. Highly recommend for a birthday dinner, date night, or just a great night out!

Overall, a good experience! I came here on a Sunday to experience their brunch with a live deejay!…read more First impression walking in was a nice cozy atmosphere. The music was a mix of all genres and the deejays has the atmosphere happy and energetic. There are 2-3 unisex bathrooms in the rear. I was also able to go out in the back dining area. It was well designed and I'm sure looks good at night. It would look amazing with real plants though... Now the food! Maybe lychee martini was so good! The shrimp and grits was delicious. My grits were creamy and buttery. I enjoyed my meal and I thoroughly enjoyed my new favorite lychee martini! Service was good! The servers were attentive and knowledgeable on the menu. The bartenders served well crafted drinks! I do recommend going on Sunday for brunch!

The service was good and drinks was very strong worth the $ food was so good the next day we went…read moreback and order 4 more dinners

I came here with a friend to get some food before going to the RnB Mimosa Festival. There were a…read morefew people dining in and one person at the bar. My friend and I ordered the oxtail egg roll and the shrimp and grits. The oxtail egg roll was good and came with oxtail gravy dipping sauce. It was a large egg roll which cost $18 dollars. The shrimp and grits were good but the server gave us forks instead of spoons. We asked for spoons but the server took them out of a bin with her bare hands. Needless to say, we ate the grits with the fork. The food was good but I don't think I'd go out of my way to go back.

So late with my review. My friend and I came for 4th of July. We came early and we were told the…read moreDJ and Hookah won't be there till 2-2:30. We still had an amazing time because Gia not only gave us amazing customer service, she was out Photographer, and played great music till the DJ came. She was simply amazing 10 out of 10 Food was delishhhh. We had wings, catfish, grits, chicken and waffles, lampchops ( don't judge lol. We took food home) Will definitely come back

Came for brunch for the second time and had a blast. If having a good time was a place then this…read morewould be it! Full bar, Good service, DJ always on point, Attentive staff, Good for groups, Hookah, And most importantly good food. First time I had the fried chicken with French toast and eggs. The chicken was good but fried too crispy. My friend had the bake and salt fish which she liked. No-mojito Spritz was good for a non-alcohol option. This time around I ordered the eggs with Nutella French toast which was good. Eggs were made well and fresh. Only hiccup is they forgot the Nutella drizzle and I had to do it myself with two little packs of Nutella; my waitress Nyah was cool so I let it go. My friend had the Calamari with sweet chili dipping sace: Calamari was fried well with good flavor. She also had I belive the Honey Cajun wings which were fresh and not frozen also fried well and flavorful. The potatoes which were supposed to be fries I didnt try. What did it for me was the Blue Caviar mimosa! I haven't seen anything like it and I was intrigued. Bonus points for the popping Boba on the bottom. I also tried the peach and the mango bèllinis and all were good. The Dj will bring it all the time and have you getting out of your seat even if you want to be stush. Whether it's brunch, dinner, or just relaxing at the bar, it's always a vibe. The music is loud but there's outside seating. I really wanted to gatekeep this spot but I don't want to be selfish. So you're welcome! Go and enjoy yourself.

If you're looking for a spot that has great food, amazing vibes, and a beautiful atmosphere, Lé…read moreChai is definitely worth checking out. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance was inviting, and the outdoor patio made the experience even better. It's the perfect place to unwind with friends, celebrate, or enjoy a date night. The food was delicious, with every dish full of flavor and beautifully presented. Their cocktails were just as impressive, and if you're into hookah, they have that too. The live DJ kept the energy going, creating the perfect balance of a laid-back brunch and a fun day out. Whether you're stopping by for Sunday brunch, dinner, or just drinks on the patio, Lé Chai delivers a great overall experience. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu. If you haven't been yet, add this one to your Brooklyn list.

If you're looking for a cute date night spot with a great ambiance, good food and great music, I…read moredefinitely recommend Le Chai. I bought my niece here for her birthday based off a recommendation from a friend. I was instantly impressed when we walked in by the decor. The low lightening and the vibe def set the mood. Our server was great and attentive. He took the time to explain the menu, always checked on us and made great conversation. Food was great! I got the drunken noodles with shrimp. The portions were great and I had left overs for the next day. The only reasons I couldn't give me this restaurant 5 stars was because 1. It was soooo hot in there. I don't know what happened to the AC that day but the restaurant was stifling 2. The pricing on the menu was deceptive. On the side of the regular menu, it states the prices of the dish. You get to pick a protein but it fails to state how much additional the dish would be with the protein. I did enjoy my time here though and would recommend it to others.

Came here with a friend before we went to the Barclays. This was my 2nd time here and it didn't…read moredisappoint. We were quickly seated to a table without a reservation. Service was fairly quick here. Everything we ordered came quick. As for the restaurant itself, it was a fun establishment. There was music playing and it created a fun atmosphere. Phenomenal date night location. However I do wish they could turn it down a little bit. I had to speak over the music to chat with my friend. The location is also great for a date night. Especially for an event at the Barclays. As for the food. My friend was really impressed and loved it. I'll admit, I wasn't as impressed but I still loved the food. My only complaint was portion size. I've had this same plate from other restaurants that offered a bigger portion at the same price. The ox tails came out great at least. The meat fell right off the bone. The gravy was superb. Everything else on the plate was delicious as well. Again, my only complaint is portion size. That said, I would absolutely come back here again. There's some things on menu that I have my eye on. While I enjoyed the ox tails, I think I'd get it from somewhere else. Although I wouldn't be against coming back for seconds.

I want to love this place but this ain't it. The food is mid, some items are better than others…read more The oxtail was good but rice was bland and veggies just steamed with no seasonings. The oxtail itself was good but some pieces tasted like they didn't even touch the stew. My friend ordered the jerk wings which were decent but nothing outstanding. The drinks were HORRIBLE. I got the rum punch and my friend got the Bajan rum punch. My drink was sour and yellow. I've never seen a yellow rum punch. I had to ask for grenadine to give it some kind of sweetness. It still didn't help. Waste of $14. My friend's Bajan rum punch was nothing like an actual Bajan Rum Punch. After having just come back from Barbados, I can genuinely say the Bajan rum punch was not a Bajan rum punch and also pretty bad. Very very disappointing. I should have known better when our sever was also the bartender. My friend was more bold than I was and decided to get another drink, the frozen rum punch which he said was definitely better than the other drinks. But that's not saying much. The ambiance is okay. Very chill and relaxed. They had a projector in the dining room broadcasting one of the NBA playoff games which I was interested in. If you're on the fence about coming here, don't. It's nothing special and that's very unfortunate because I like to support black owned or partially black owned businesses. They have some work to do because there is potential but the food and drinks is just mid.

First, this establishment is far too loud. If I can't hear the questions or instructions from the…read morewaitstaff, that's a problem--this is a restaurant, not a nightclub. My friend also had to ask for water to be brought to the table, and we waited quite a while for our entrées. That said, the staff appeared to be working hard and may have simply been overwhelmed by the number of patrons. As for the food, it was delicious! Five of us dined, and the total bill was under $400, which I thought was very reasonable. The drinks served in the glass vase-style bags were also delicious. If you order one, just know that it's large enough for about three people. Overall, despite a few service and noise-related issues, it was a decent experience.

I'm changing my review from 2 stars to 1 because after thinking about the overall experience, there…read morewere just too many issues to overlook. My girlfriends and I came here for brunch a few Sundays ago, and one of the things that attracted us was the presentation of the drinks in their signature glasses. The way these drinks are promoted on social media, with people literally posing outside with the glasses, gives the impression that the glass is part of the experience, especially since there is an additional charge for the drink. I was surprised to find out that we could not keep the glass. There was no mention from our waiter that the glasses were for dine-in only, nor was there any clear indication that the additional charge was simply for the drink being served in that particular glass. If you're charging extra for something that is being heavily used as part of your marketing, I think it's reasonable for customers to wonder whether they're actually purchasing the glass. What made this worse was that I mentioned my concern on their Instagram post, and instead of acknowledging that the promotion could be confusing, the response was essentially that it's their signature glass and that customers don't get to keep it. But that doesn't address the issue. The issue is the lack of clear communication. And even after people in the comments were asking whether they could keep the glasses, I noticed they continued promoting the drinks in the same way without adding something as simple as "dine-in only" or "glass not included." That would eliminate the confusion completely. Unfortunately, the service itself wasn't great either. The food took a while, my waffle came out cold and had to be reheated, and I believe my friend's lamb chops were forgotten because she was waiting significantly longer for her food. The food was good when we actually received it, but good food doesn't make up for poor communication and a disappointing dining experience. I'm especially disappointed because the glass situation could have been handled so easily with a little transparency and customer service. I'm giving 1 star because this experience could have been much better, and the response afterward did not make me feel like the restaurant took the feedback seriously. Update: updated to 3 stars... the business reached out to advise my recommendations were recognized.