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    The Snail

    4.1 (55 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Steak frites and eggs - fries not pictured.
    Darlene T.

    Stopped in for brunch and was pleasantly surprised at how good everything was! The cinnamon snail was outrageous- definitely big enough to share. I got the steak frites and eggs. The steak was really good quality and perfectly medium rare. My boyfriend ordered the ricotta scramble, which was creamy and came with prosciutto and toast. We also got a Passionfruit Bellini and that was dangerously good. We sat in the outside area and it was really nice. Our server was great, no complaints.

    bacon
    Maria J.

    i've already written a review for the snail and since then, my bf and i have been back numerous times for many a meals across the day! just wanted to drop a quick cute lil review to shoutout their brunch which is also amazing! steak and eggs: 5/5 same amazing cut as on their dinner menu, cooked to perfection but served with a side of chimichurri instead of the peppercorn sauce i dream about bathing in omelette: 4/5 nothing too special but cooked (almost steamed) to absolute perfection crab benedict: 4/5 no notes, fresh, perfect, exactly as you'd expect! burger: 5/5 the same deliciosoooo burger you get at dinner but earlier in the day which you can add an egg on blueberry muffin: 5000000/5 HOLYSHIT this is the BEST BLOOB MUFF IVE EVER HAD!!! please get this and think of me as you spread the best whipped butter across the crusty muffin too coated in raw sugar or as you bite into the perfectly pillowy fluffy ass center it's SOOO good! bacon: 5/5 THICCC cut and she nasty with it in the best way possible - i love a thicc cut bacy and she fits the bill XL not brunch but a special call out for a pork chop special they had on the menu one time which was the best pork chop i've ever had in my entire life. i pray one day i cross mouths with it again, amen. also never ever ever skimp on the desserts!! they put as much thought into it as they do their mains. faves are sundae sundae sundae and the chocomisu my 2026 new year resolution is to come enough that they start recognizing us lol

    Black bass crudo
    Elizabeth H.

    TLDR: we FINALLY got a walk in on a Wednesday at 5:45pm. I heard another two party say the same thing. The food is between a 3.5/4 depending on what you order but all you NEED to try here is the double cheeseburger and fries. SETTING: we live 10 mins walking distance away and have called at least 5x since opening to ask about the walk in situation (once even trying to stop by). Every single time the answer was either "the waitlist has closed for the day" (even when calling at 5:15), or "there is a two hour + wait but no guarantee we can get you in regardless". The hype around this place was REAL. Finally got a walk in at the bar (though they also had tables) on a summer Wednesday. The restaurant itself is pretty nondescript- modern, pretty tightly packed tables, filled with people and busy. Good for any kind of meal. FOOD: we ordered the oysters ($48 for 12), the burrata with peach vinaigrette, the black bass crudo, the double cheeseburger and agnolotti with summer corn, and a side of fries. None was memorable other than the peach vinaigrette which was super fresh, packed with flavor and a great compliment to the tomatoes and burrata and the cheeseburger/fries. Everything else you can live without/nothing to really write home about. We were in and out in under 90 minutes. It was only when uploading pics for this review that I even remembered we also had the tuna cracker which was forgettable. We might have just ordered the wrong things as I saw the ceasar which looked great and the chips and ham. SERVICE: the service was great but a bit disjointed. As other reviews mention, they run the food whenever it's ready meaning we got the black bass crudo and burrata before the oysters, then the fries before the burger. The staff is very nice and attentive always refilling water and clearing your space. VERDICT: I really can't believe people used to wait in line for hours just to get into this restaurant. It is definitely a solid addition to the neighborhood, with fresh seafood options but they're not exactly blowing you away with creativity or flavor. Though it was a good meal, for $250 (not including tip), I likely won't need to be back.... Other than when I'm craving a burger that isn't from 7th Street.

    Carajillo Martini and cocktail
    Jane B.

    Chic spot with great cocktails, wine, and a standout burger Visited The Snail in Williamsburg with a friend, which is not far from the the Nassau Ave G stop and near the northwest side of McCarren Park. They don't take reservations, so we arrived a little before 6pm and had about a 15-minute wait. While waiting, we ordered cocktails--the Carajillo Martini (small but delicious) and one of the fruitier Vodka options. The space has a modern, stylish vibe with a comfortable, slightly upscale feel. It wasn't overly loud, though the tables are fairly close together. We ended up getting seated at the bar, which is quite large with high, comfortable chairs--honestly a great spot to dine. We started with the escargot (excellent) and both had the burger and fries. I also had one of the chilled red wines with dinner--there's a nicely curated wine list, and the bartender was helpful in making a great selection. The burger was outstanding--juicy, flavorful, and very filling. The table next to us ordered the Caesar salad and a dessert, both of which looked great, so I'd love to go back and try more of the menu. Not the cheapest dinner, but definitely worth it for a well-executed meal and a cozy, stylish atmosphere. Service was friendly and attentive throughout.

    Escargot
    Jesse Y.

    Fabulous food and exquisite cocktails living up to all the recent social media buzz. I highly recommend the burger and any pasta. Overall a great dining experience made possible by their entire staff. A must visit if you're in the area. We got super lucky Saturday afternoon at 4:30pm walked right in zero wait compared to just a week prior having been informed at least 2hr wait.

    Fluke Ceviche
    Kevin C.

    Walked in on a Sunday evening around 9:30pm and was able to get a table in a few minutes! It was a nice outdoor set up with the windows within the restaurant opened as well. Steak frites, morels pasta were delicious and we had a strawberry and creme dessert. They have an expansive wine menu as well. Although a bit pricier on the $90/pp side (2 drinks per person), we enjoyed our Sunday summer evening dinner at The Snail.

    Burger
    John K.

    LISTEENNNN FOLKS. Hate to do it, not feeling this one. Not BAD, but NOT LONG WAIT WORTHY. The staff is awesome, literally so friendly. Great atmosphere, could definitely knock back a few martinis or unreal Root Beers (yeah I said root beers). But the food, quality, fine, but left me wanting more. Maybe I'll go back, unlikely. But you should give it a shot.

    Escargot
    Jillian B.

    I have been so excited to try the snail, and finally had the opportunity to. For a party of 2, the wait at 5pm (after we waited about 20min to put our name down) was about 2 hours. Not the end of the world, there are some good spots nearby to grab a drink while you wait! Highlights: 1. The burger was just as good as the hype - soooo juicy and flavorful 2. Fries and aioli - while they didn't come with the burger, the fries were perfectly crisp and aioli delicious 3. Ham and chips - such a simple dish but really fun idea Lowlights: 1. Lamb tartare - bit of a miss for me, I expected a bit more flavor and it was heavy on the olive 2. Escargot - for the namesake, I was expecting better, the bread was pretty hard too 3. Octopus Gilda - was expecting a bit more Octopus given the price of the add on 4. Service felt super rushed - the escargot, ham chips, and lamb tartare all came out at the same time, which was difficult to manage while eating at the bar While I was glad I came, I don't think I'd wait as long to dine here again. That said, the burger and fries were really good, so maybe if there is a minimal wait?

    crab pasta!
    Julia H.

    Made plans to come here on a Friday evening with one other person. They don't take reservations so you have to go early to put your name on the waitlist. My friend went around 4:30 and unfortunately I did not get there in time as they require everyone to be present when you are seated. So we had to wait an hour and 45 min. There are some bars in the area where its easy to grab a predinner cocktail so its really not the worst thing! Overall, thought this spot was solid! Our waiter (kenan i think) was AMAZING. Great energy and some of the best service i have had in a minute. we had an appetizer prior to getting seated elsewhere so we did one app, two mains and dessert. It was the perfect amount of food. the food is typical french american bistro fare but with a slight twist and i was pretty impressed with it all. the escargot was great and comes with nick and sons bread, the crab pasta was super light and fresh, and the burger was also solid. The sticky toffee date cake was very good as well. Warm and crispy edges on the cake paired with the hot toffee sauce and cold ice cream was perfection. Believe it was around $70 per person with drinks which is typical for the area imo. The menu isnt too big but I definitely want to come back to try other items! big windows here perfect for the upcoming sunny days!!!!

    Yams w/ ricotta and chili oil
    Deana B.

    You know the drill. Show up early, wait in line and be prepared to eat dinner at 5pm. We got here at 4pm on a Saturday and were the third ones here. The previous Saturday we got here at 5:30 and the wait was 3.5 hours. They mostly have two tops, a few four tops and plenty of seats at the bar. Your best bet is to come as a party of two and definitely do not try to come here as large group. As far as the food goes, everything was incredible. We ordered the burger, fries, yams with chili oil, black bass crudo, lamb tartare, and agnolotti. We washed this all down with martinis and added the octopus gilda for good measure. You should definitely come here, it's worth the wait. And come hungry, you'll want to order everything.

    Sticky toffee pudding
    Alex H.

    The hype is for the burger and sticky toffee pudding and they both deliver. We also had the specials which were all great. The bar is the best place to sit because it has a great view of everything and the bartenders have a ton of personality. Overall it's worth going but since they don't take reservations, go early to get a seat.

    Chocosu
    Lauren C.

    The restaurant is walk-in only, so I'd recommend arriving around 4:15-4:30 to wait in line. My party arrived at 4, and we were first in line. They only have 2 tables for large parties, so if you have more than 4 people in your group, definitely try to be at the front of the line. In terms of food, the meal was decent but definitely did not meet my expectations. The oysters were mediocre and not cleaned well. Our appetizers were probably the best part of our meal. We got the brussel sprouts and squash. The brussel sprouts were very flavorful. I personally wasn't a huge fan of the chili oil in the squash, but some people in my party loved it. The burger was average. Though I didn't try the streak frites or crab pasta, the members of my party that did order then did not seem too satisfied (portion sizes were also small). The date toffee cake was fine, but some people thought it was too sweet. The chocosu was OK as well but a really dry for a tiramisu. Overall, while the experience wasn't bad, much was left to be desired. I'm unsure if I would return especially for the wait and prices.

    Sahas G.

    Dropped into the snail as a party of four on Saturday evening. We lined up at 4 PM and were the first in line - I'd say the sweet spot is arriving around 4:15 PM. While the service was great, the food was disappointing and I do regret taking the time to wait. Oysters - Unfortunately nothing special. These were pretty mediocre and not cleaned well. Recommend skipping. Squash - Not for me at all. Others at the table liked this. Brussels Sprouts - One of the best things at the table. We all liked this. Steak Frites - Fries were great! The steak was nothing special. Crab Pasta - decent bites, though a small portion Burger - a mediocre burger. Dessert: Date Cake - super sweet, but in a good way. I enjoyed this, though party members with less of a sweet tooth did not. Chocosu - Felt a bit dry. Not super flavorful

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