This place is always packed for brunch and for a good reason. The food is delicious, I try…read moresomething new each time and my picky self loves it. The cocktails are crafted well and the staff is kind.

Sociable ambiance, the food and service were top notch and felt genuine as far as the staff caring…read moreabout our experience. Positive vibes overall

Wow! Wow! Wow! Fine dining in my own hood and a James Beard finalist. The nomination is so well…read moredeserved. My fellow yelpie Jeannie has been raving about their duck à la pressie for ages and we finally organized an outing so she can share her love of Tourmaline and the duck with us. Thank you Jeannie. The duck in itself deserves an award. You can tell that Yvan the head chef and owner has put so much detail into creating this magnificent dish for his customers. From picking the perfect farm to order the duck from in PA, to purchasing the machinery for churning out the sauce from the bones and internals of the duck, to incorporating different aspects of duck preparations from different cultures (French Normandy, Chinese roast duck) and teaching to Daniel in the city for some tips. You know Yvan has put his heart and soul into this one dish. I love how this dish is prepared table side by the chef himself with so many different stories and presentations. He starts off the duck with a serving of the perfect tot crispy skin served with his seasonal sauce. We had rhubarb. We were the stars of the room with everyone envying us. I can't recommend this experience enough. Worth every penny! In addition to the duck, we ordered some apps, salad and a fish dish. The seasonal cocktail Noveau Peach so refreshing and delish and dessert wine was a perfect accompaniment to the desserts. The atmosphere or the restaurant was cozy and high end. Lots of couples on cute romantic dates. The owners Yvan and Rebecca are the sweetest. I met Rebecca at our building bbq that they catered and she was just so lovely. Mentioned to her that we were going to see her the following week and she remembered me. Definitely check out Tourmaline. A true gem in FH and so happy to have them here.

We had dinner last night for the first time at Tourmaline !…read more The ambiance and service from Seth were excellent! But sadly, the pork tenderloin special that I had was tough and dry . Both my husband's and friend's hanger steak was very chewy!!! A restaurant of this quality should definitely serve a better cut of beef!!! We really looked forward to this dinner having read about the chef but were very disappointed with the entrees! The kale salad and celery root latkes were good as were the desserts. Too bad as Forest Hills is really lacking in fine dining restaurants !!!

We stopped into Ltauha Restaurant on Sunday afternoon during their brunch service. There was plenty…read moreof seating even though they seemed busy (families, friend groups, and couples), and the air conditioning was working, which was nice. The restroom, located downstairs, was clean. The waiter was informative, quick, and polite. Our food was delicious! My son had the eggs and bacon with potatoes and toast and their fresh squeezed OJ. My husband had the steak and eggs with a decaf latte. His steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned so well. I enjoyed the chicken and waffle eggs Benedict, and I cleaned my plate. We will definitely return. Thanks for a nice Sunday meal!

Me and my wife were in the area later in the evening, and wanted to grab a bite. Ltauha looked like…read morea solid option. The good: The food was overall pretty solid. I'm usually more of a smash burger kind of guy, but the steakhouse style burger was quite flavorful. My only complaint about the burger is that it had no sauce or condiments at all on it. The bacon mac and cheese was also quite nice. The bad: It was pretty overheated in the restaurant, and really humid. The only thing in the restaurant to help with the heat was one big fan at the back. Unfortunately, it was blowing directly on one table of guests back there, and not really doing much for the rest of the people in the restaurant.

Good beer selection - check Delicious juicy burgers - check…read more Horror aficionados paradise - check This place is a definite place to visit if you are into the macabre . The inside has a nice size bar with a few booths on the side. There is also outdoor seating which is situated nicely and comfy. The beer list was great - the good ole Belhaven Scottish Ale is available on draft - the perfect beer to accompany their juicy burger. As you bite in, a cascade of savory, beefy juices mingles with delectable cheddar cheese and toasted bread. I had Loved the food and the beer served to the perfect proper temperature - (always a plus).

This is a pretty unique spot in Ridgewood, not far off the Seneca Ave. M train stop…read more I came in on a recommendation from a friend who told me they had an outstanding burger. Being someone who fancies a good burger on occasion, I decided to check it out, and was not disappointed. On Tuesdays they offer a $20 burger and beer special. The burger was flavorful, and cooked to a perfect medium rare as I asked. If I had a small gripe, I would have preferred fries to chips on the side, but the chips were pretty good. The overall atmosphere here was cool. I'm not a horror enthusiast by any stretch, but the decor was unique and made for an experience that you don't get at many other places. The bartender (Ellie?) was very nice, and made me feel welcome, which some bars don't often do for first time customers. I'll be back in the not too distant future.

Ate here on a Sunday night with some friends. Surprisingly, the place was completely empty. I know…read moreit was a Sunday night but it didn't seem to bode well. Fortunately, the food was delicious and service was impeccable. We ordered 4 entrées to share and enjoyed everything. My favorite was the Half-Baked Chicken. The skin was so crispy and the chicken so tender. The Braised Short Rib was also really good and the crispy Brussels sprouts that come with it were the perfect amount of crispy. The other dishes we ordered were good too. We finished everything down to the last grain of rice. Half-Baked Chicken 10/10 Braised Short Rib 10/10 Creamy Pesto Garganelli with Grilled Chicken 8/10 Jumbo Seared Scallops 8/10

I had been meaning to try Bloom Botanical Bistro for a while, since it seems to be a neighborhood…read morestaple, and finally stopped in for brunch with a guest from out of town. The floral displays are fun and are probably the highlight of the visit. The space is clearly designed for photos, and I can see why it would be popular for birthdays, showers, or other special occasions. They seem to go the extra mile when it comes to creating a celebratory atmosphere. Service was excellent from start to finish. The staff at reception and at the table were attentive, friendly, and welcoming. Food-wise, we tried the Kung Pao calamari and wagyu meatballs after seeing other reviewers rave about them, but both felt a little gimmicky to me. Our group mostly stuck with more traditional brunch items, including breakfast burritos and omelettes, and those were fine. Overall, I would not necessarily come here just for the food, but I would recommend it for the atmosphere, service, and special-occasion vibe. It is a great spot if you want a pretty setting, good hospitality, and plenty of photo-friendly areas.

Maybe I was starving, maybe it had just been a long day, or maybe it really was the best meal I've…read morehad in quite some time. We ordered the Polenta Bread w/olive oil and sea salt, the spring pea salad, the famed two sheet lasagna and the pork chop w/leeks. The polenta bread reminded me of a moister, chewier and softer pizza dough. The spring pea salad was fresh, crunchy, fragrant and refreshing. The lasagna was everything you'd hope it to be and the pork chop is a standout! They also top everything with maldon sea salt so I was a happpppy girl. Service is also amazing, our server was kind and all of the bussers were incredibly observant. 12/10 would recommend, the vibes are immaculate.

Returned for dinner after a few years and it's still 5 stars for me. This time, I tried:…read more + Calabrian chili butter polenta bread + Leafy green and herb salad + Rigatoni + Lasagne verde bolognese + Pork tbone + Rhubarb almond tart + Black Forest ice cream cake Top highlights were the lasagne and pork. Salad, rigatoni and desserts were also great. Can skip the bread.

good food, cute ambiance, the walls are hand painted and they have a really intimate garden patio…read morein the back away from the street. service here is good too

An amazing happy hour and fresh oysters! All really great, the ambiance is warm and inviting, gets…read morepacked on rainy days and they also have a patio. Amazing little spot with great bites and wine options. Really good for breakfast too- crepes and brunch. Love this spot, exceptional service too. I don't say that lightly!!

- parking is hit or miss - excellent service…read more- lots of open spots on Resy, the day before almost no spots left on the day of - fabulous service - 90s/200s hip hop soundtrack - the sampler platter is a great way to hit the highlights - burger really is good - ricotta toast was really good - garlic tots were really good, the sauce was a great complement - drinks were very well prepared - drinks were delicious - soju sampler was great way to taste multiple drinks on the cheap - creme brulee dessert was really good

WORTH THE HYPE!…read more Absolutely delicious omgggg! My party of 3 tried the "classic mixtape" which includes 6 plates of food to share family style. The plates we chose were the: - chilled cucumber kimchi - whipped yuzu ricotta toast - shrimp tacos - chopped cheese rice cakes (fan fave!) - garlic honey butter tatter tots - legendary cheeseburger (my personal fave!) I swear everything was delicious, served hot and fresh. The servers were mindful of bringing out the plates at interval times so we're not sitting there with a table full of food which could be overwhelming. Everyone was so kind and attentive and I'm definitely coming back beacuse I had a great time!! 10/10 recommend!

THEIR BRANZINO IS THE BEST IN THE CITY!!!!! YES, I SAID…read moreIT!!! ASK FOR EXTRA SAUCE ON THE SIDE!!!! This is probably my 4th or 5th visit and each visit has us ordering the Branzino, that should tell you something. Also note, I'm not a 'fish person', and I can't get enough of this Branzino. In addition to the AMAZING BRANZINO, we enjoyed steak frites, oxtail croquettes, fried calamari and a Boston wedge salad. Everything was amazing and delicious. The calamari has a sweet honey sauce drizzled on it. The salad was fresh and crisp, delicious dressing and crispy bacon included. We were very full but there's always room for dessert. Tried the key lime pie, stellar. If you're in Forest Hills be sure to check out White Radish. Staff is very friendly and amazing from beginning to end. Restaurant noise level is low to average. I'll be dreaming of that Branzino sauce tonight, ah, until next time :)

Came to Forest Hills to visit a friend and decided to eat at White Radish for lunch. We didn't…read morewant to do fast food or any food chain. And the place seems nice enough where it's not too loud. I was surprised to see only 1 other table. It's lunch time, I thought there would be more business. The service was good except the waiter kept on asking us if we wanted a starter. We politely declined a few times. The food was good. I ordered a cheeseburger and my friend ordered the 1/2 chicken. She said it was a little salty. But OK. My burger/fries was $19 and the chicken $22. Overall, it was OK. It is a nice restaurant. They should really offer lunch specials like the rest of Forest Hills restaurants. They can draw more people in for lunch. Bareburger has a lunch special $15 for any burger/fries with a soda. Mad for Chicken has lunch specials too.

*4.5 stars We went…read more3 mins before opening on a Friday and there was already a line. After ordering, you need to wait 15 minutes before your sandwich is out - at least there's a lot of searing inside so you can definitely enjoy your sandwich inside!! Got the two most popular sandwiches - dill party and chicky. - dill party (4.5/5): this sandwich was almost perfect - the only thing it was missing was the crunch factor. The bread could have been slightly more toasted (it was a bit soft and didn't have a crunch), there could have been more pickled, or the addition of chips in the sandwich, but other than that, the ingredients of the sandwich were so fresh and the turkey was perfect - not dry at all, not too much as it may seem - chicky (4.5/5): this sandwich was a bit heavier. the bread was cooked a bit better but could have been a bit more toasted, but the chicken meatball - holy moly this was perfect. it was so soft and juicy and full of flavor Overall, this sandwich spot is definitely worth the trek and visit to try it out. the only thing that would make it 5 stars is just slightly more toasted sandwiches :)

I read about this restaurant opening as one of the new contender's joining Ridgewood's cohort of…read more"woke-ish" restaurants and, while filling the role as a civic business to bring in something fresh and truly, exciting business to the community, I was a bit underwhelmed with the whole experience- from waiting a good 45 minutes to receive my order of what seemed to be a Boar's Head Turkey cold-cut sandwich with about a cup of dill mayo and to having to actually bus my own plate on top of the overrun pile of dishes stacked atop each other at the entrance of the restaurant, I felt a bit hollow in my expectations from what I espoused earlier during my hearing word of this restaurant not too long ago. As far as the dining area- The restaurant was spacious, composed of neatly lined tables and chairs with their centerpiece luncheonette bar gracing the room. Their al fresco arrangement was remarkable- with their lighter hued blue and green colored metallic seats and tables quietly lining the corner of Menahan street. A softboi haven. I imagined this to be a type of restaurant where a newlywed Mormon couple in the Great Plains would run. A place where pleasantries and support for one's neighbor is what mattered. "Another delicious sandwich, Hezekiah. See you guys in church." but truthfully, I felt a bit sour overriding my preference for the reliable in favor for the novel. A half chicken over yellow rice with plantains might have been the better option for my pocket, palate, and my need to protein max. But woe is me. Regardless, I'll have to respectfully pass on seconds at the Salty Lunch Lady's.