I had been wanting to try HOUSE for a while now, being a regular shopper at Dashi Okume. However, had been wary of fine dining experiences in Greenpoint after trying 2 so-so places that privileged novelty over flavor. Well let me tell you, HOUSE did not disappoint.
Picture this. You arrive in a quiet street in Greenpoint, with the typical warehouse-y yet clean, modern and minimalist vibe. You see the interior through giant bay windows of a dimly lit store with Japanese products and ceramics. You see people waiting inside and other patrons dining at the café. By then the store is closed, so you ring the intercom to get in. You wait to be called to the HOUSE, in the back of the store. It feels like you are at your friend's house, and your friend is a sophisticated person with a beautiful house and he cooks for you. The atmosphere is quiet but elevated. There are 10 seats. And you are hosted by 4-5 people. It feels luxurious. You may start the dinner as perfect strangers, but you certainly make friends along the experience.
And the food is incredible. Your friend is an amazing cook. From start to finish, the story is coherent, with subtle development and transitions that never miss a beat or take you somewhere uncomfortable. Flavors are predominantly Japanese forward with some international ingredients and techniques. Noting for example the Monaka filled with ricotta and corn or the french tuile on top of a burrata with berries, reminiscent of Scandinavian flavors.
The highlight of the menu for me was the noodles. With a fragrant Dashi and rich egg noodles covered in egg yolk and fish roe, the final dish on the meal is an unmistakably Japanese grand finale, with an explosion of flavors.
Fantastic experience. Thank you team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracy X.
Beautiful space. Lovely intimate dining experience. We snagged a last minute reservation and were blown away. Every dish was meticulously prepared. Each bite highlighting a perfect blend of French technique with Japanese flavors. The craft sake pairing was phenomenal and must be experienced.
The hostess was knowledgeable and welcoming - made us felt absolutely at home, which is their philosophy. You truly felt as if you’re at a friend’s home, albeit a friend who is an incredible chef.
Thank you HOUSE brooklyn for such a special evening. Loved every minute of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
itzelenaho
HOUSE Brooklyn is a refined French Japanese restaurant that blends French technique with Japanese precision. Led by Chef Yuji Tani, he has experience at a French restaurant and as an executive chef in Tokyo. Chef Tani opened HOUSE Tokyo in 2007 and now has brought his passion to Brooklyn. His Kyoto-focused French cuisine is accomplished through preserving ingredients through fermentation and dashi with layers of flavors with herbs and spices. By merging these two traditions, it is an unparalleled culinary experience you can truly taste and admire. His seasonal tasting menu progresses from delicate seafood and seasonal vegetables to wagyu enriched with French sauces then finishing with desserts. Service is warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely attentive enhancing the meal without feeling intrusive. HOUSE Brooklyn offers a distinctive and memorable dining experience that celebrates both innovation and tradition.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kaden Lee
I have dined at House a few times now. Every time I eat here, I truly feel at home. The experience consists of impeccable food and a well-thought seasonal menu without the sense of distance in a fine dining restaurant. It is no doubt one of my favorite restaurants in NYC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maya Fiya
Truly beyond a 5 star experience. This is a treasure in Brooklyn and a unique and intimate experience. The chef Yuji Tani pours his heart into the design of each of his dishes. You have the opportunity to experience a true artist at work with his team and enjoy the decadently delicious meals one after the other. This will make the night for any special occasion or for a unique cuisine experience with Japanese fusion at its best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sebastian Schecter
The food was great and the seasonality really came through. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karina
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It’s not easy to surprise a New Yorker, especially one who lives for discovering new food experiences. But this place… this place completely redefined my idea of a “hidden gem.” From the moment you walk in, the space feels unique, beautiful, and impeccably clean, with a warm, inviting atmosphere that instantly puts you at ease.
The chef isn’t just talented — he’s genuinely hospitable, approachable, and clearly passionate about what he creates. The staff mirrors that energy: attentive without being intrusive, and truly friendly.
Every dish is a masterpiece — not just in presentation, but in flavor. Some combinations are comfortingly familiar, others intriguingly unexpected, yet each one leaves a lasting impression. It’s the kind of food you find yourself thinking about long after the last bite.
This is a place you rave about, a place you bring your friends and family to so they can share in the discovery. An unforgettable experience from start to finish. I can’t wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
NYCULINARY
I had the absolute pleasure of experiencing the tasting menu at House Bk. From start to finish, all the dishes were thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented. Chef Yuji is a mastermind of his craft. Keiko and the team were also exceptional, very knowledge and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back to enjoy another meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sean Choi
Exceptional - one of the best tasting menu’s and chef’s table experiences that we’ve had in New York City. The passion for crafting peak culinary human experience is evident in everything from the rotating menu, to the patient preparation with local and Japanese imported ingredients, the presentation of each dish, and the contemporary yet humble and homely ambiance of the kitchen. Everything incredibly aesthetic - creative, new, but somehow not pretentious in the slightest. It has earned a place amongst some of my other favorite restaurants in the world: Jungsik, Providence, Trescha, and others. On par with 2 Michelin Star dining experiences, this hidden gem on the cusp of Greenpoint and Williamsburg is absolutely worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Chen
one of our best meals in nyc. the dishes were a perfect, playful but honest balance between brightness and the warm, full bodied feeling of a cozy home. the meal was full of inventive, delightful surprises that were also unpretentious at the same time. chef yuji and the team are very warm and welcoming. well worth a trip to greenpoint. we'll be back soon!
Criminally underrated, better than most 2 star places in NYC
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yujin Lee
Thoughtfully curated tasting menu by chef Yuji Tani and warm, welcoming staff. Outstanding service and food. Will come back when they expand the wine menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mariam Kmh
A lovely experience, we were a larger group so we were seated in a private room in the back - they have a great selection of sake and offer a sake pairing. The service was amazing and my favorite was the squab. Their menu is differently not for everyone and that goes with the price point. But a lovely meal nevertheless.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Paulina Lei
Came here with a group for a birthday. Everything is a set menu, which is really nice. The place is set up where everyone faces the kitchen so you can see the whole process, which I enjoyed. The space itself is very beautiful, and it was nice to see it finally after many months of renovation.
The food itself was amazing. They started off letting us drink some kelp dashi, which was light but flavorful. Then we had a matcha crepe that had a nice chewy texture. We had marinated sakura trout monaka, which was in a nice cracker. This really reminded me of a cream cheese with salmon, and the cracker shape really held everything together and stopped it from falling apart. We had white asparagus with a delicious sauce, an oyster cream croquette, red sea bream and green beans. The wagyu beef was good but seemed like a tougher cut. The final dish before dessert was a foie gras pilaf, which was very rich. I also liked the presentation that they had in showing you the big pot before serving. Dessert was a souffle cheesecake and you could choose a drink with it.
Service was impeccable, as with any fine dining restaurant, definitely recommend coming here.
I had been wanting to try HOUSE for a while now, being a regular shopper at Dashi Okume. However, had been wary of fine dining experiences in Greenpoint after trying 2 so-so places that privileged novelty over flavor. Well let me tell you, HOUSE did not disappoint.
Picture this. You arrive in a quiet street in Greenpoint, with the typical warehouse-y yet clean, modern and minimalist vibe. You see the interior through giant bay windows of a dimly lit store with Japanese products and ceramics. You see people waiting inside and other patrons dining at the café. By then the store is closed, so you ring the intercom to get in. You wait to be called to the HOUSE, in the back of the store. It feels like you are at your friend's house, and your friend is a sophisticated person with a beautiful house and he cooks for you. The atmosphere is quiet but elevated. There are 10 seats. And you are hosted by 4-5 people. It feels luxurious. You may start the dinner as perfect strangers, but you certainly make friends along the experience.
And the food is incredible. Your friend is an amazing cook. From start to finish, the story is coherent, with subtle development and transitions that never miss a beat or take you somewhere uncomfortable. Flavors are predominantly Japanese forward with some international ingredients and techniques. Noting for example the Monaka filled with ricotta and corn or the french tuile on top of a burrata with berries, reminiscent of Scandinavian flavors.
The highlight of the menu for me was the noodles. With a fragrant Dashi and rich egg noodles covered in egg yolk and fish roe, the final dish on the meal is an unmistakably Japanese grand finale, with an explosion of flavors.
Fantastic experience. Thank you team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful space. Lovely intimate dining experience. We snagged a last minute reservation and were blown away. Every dish was meticulously prepared. Each bite highlighting a perfect blend of French technique with Japanese flavors. The craft sake pairing was phenomenal and must be experienced.
The hostess was knowledgeable and welcoming - made us felt absolutely at home, which is their philosophy. You truly felt as if you’re at a friend’s home, albeit a friend who is an incredible chef.
Thank you HOUSE brooklyn for such a special evening. Loved every minute of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
HOUSE Brooklyn is a refined French Japanese restaurant that blends French technique with Japanese precision. Led by Chef Yuji Tani, he has experience at a French restaurant and as an executive chef in Tokyo. Chef Tani opened HOUSE Tokyo in 2007 and now has brought his passion to Brooklyn. His Kyoto-focused French cuisine is accomplished through preserving ingredients through fermentation and dashi with layers of flavors with herbs and spices. By merging these two traditions, it is an unparalleled culinary experience you can truly taste and admire. His seasonal tasting menu progresses from delicate seafood and seasonal vegetables to wagyu enriched with French sauces then finishing with desserts. Service is warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely attentive enhancing the meal without feeling intrusive. HOUSE Brooklyn offers a distinctive and memorable dining experience that celebrates both innovation and tradition.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have dined at House a few times now. Every time I eat here, I truly feel at home. The experience consists of impeccable food and a well-thought seasonal menu without the sense of distance in a fine dining restaurant. It is no doubt one of my favorite restaurants in NYC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Truly beyond a 5 star experience. This is a treasure in Brooklyn and a unique and intimate experience. The chef Yuji Tani pours his heart into the design of each of his dishes. You have the opportunity to experience a true artist at work with his team and enjoy the decadently delicious meals one after the other. This will make the night for any special occasion or for a unique cuisine experience with Japanese fusion at its best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was great and the seasonality really came through. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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It’s not easy to surprise a New Yorker, especially one who lives for discovering new food experiences. But this place… this place completely redefined my idea of a “hidden gem.” From the moment you walk in, the space feels unique, beautiful, and impeccably clean, with a warm, inviting atmosphere that instantly puts you at ease.
The chef isn’t just talented — he’s genuinely hospitable, approachable, and clearly passionate about what he creates. The staff mirrors that energy: attentive without being intrusive, and truly friendly.
Every dish is a masterpiece — not just in presentation, but in flavor. Some combinations are comfortingly familiar, others intriguingly unexpected, yet each one leaves a lasting impression. It’s the kind of food you find yourself thinking about long after the last bite.
This is a place you rave about, a place you bring your friends and family to so they can share in the discovery. An unforgettable experience from start to finish. I can’t wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the absolute pleasure of experiencing the tasting menu at House Bk. From start to finish, all the dishes were thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented. Chef Yuji is a mastermind of his craft. Keiko and the team were also exceptional, very knowledge and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back to enjoy another meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceptional - one of the best tasting menu’s and chef’s table experiences that we’ve had in New York City. The passion for crafting peak culinary human experience is evident in everything from the rotating menu, to the patient preparation with local and Japanese imported ingredients, the presentation of each dish, and the contemporary yet humble and homely ambiance of the kitchen. Everything incredibly aesthetic - creative, new, but somehow not pretentious in the slightest. It has earned a place amongst some of my other favorite restaurants in the world: Jungsik, Providence, Trescha, and others. On par with 2 Michelin Star dining experiences, this hidden gem on the cusp of Greenpoint and Williamsburg is absolutely worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
one of our best meals in nyc. the dishes were a perfect, playful but honest balance between brightness and the warm, full bodied feeling of a cozy home. the meal was full of inventive, delightful surprises that were also unpretentious at the same time. chef yuji and the team are very warm and welcoming. well worth a trip to greenpoint. we'll be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Incredible experience!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Criminally underrated, better than most 2 star places in NYC
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thoughtfully curated tasting menu by chef Yuji Tani and warm, welcoming staff. Outstanding service and food. Will come back when they expand the wine menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A lovely experience, we were a larger group so we were seated in a private room in the back - they have a great selection of sake and offer a sake pairing. The service was amazing and my favorite was the squab. Their menu is differently not for everyone and that goes with the price point. But a lovely meal nevertheless.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Came here with a group for a birthday. Everything is a set menu, which is really nice. The place is set up where everyone faces the kitchen so you can see the whole process, which I enjoyed. The space itself is very beautiful, and it was nice to see it finally after many months of renovation.
The food itself was amazing. They started off letting us drink some kelp dashi, which was light but flavorful. Then we had a matcha crepe that had a nice chewy texture. We had marinated sakura trout monaka, which was in a nice cracker. This really reminded me of a cream cheese with salmon, and the cracker shape really held everything together and stopped it from falling apart. We had white asparagus with a delicious sauce, an oyster cream croquette, red sea bream and green beans. The wagyu beef was good but seemed like a tougher cut. The final dish before dessert was a foie gras pilaf, which was very rich. I also liked the presentation that they had in showing you the big pot before serving. Dessert was a souffle cheesecake and you could choose a drink with it.
Service was impeccable, as with any fine dining restaurant, definitely recommend coming here.
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