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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ed Rodriguez
Overall it was really good with great service. Really small menu but everything was very good. I wish the wine (by the class) selection was bigger. Would Deff come
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs
Linda M.
Yes, yes and more yes! We had a wonderful evening here. It hit all of the elements- ambiance, food and service- out of the park. They were so accommodating towards us. We enjoyed the mussels as a starter just to switch it up. It was a wonderful choice. Bread and sauce were delicious. We tried a number of their signature drinks including the pistachio which was unique and very good. The servers were helpful, personable, kind and of course my favorite- present without being overbearing. The short ribs were delectable with very tasty fries. The steak was perfectly cooked. I was afraid that I would still feel hungry since it was served with just a salad but the balance was perfect and I ended up feeling satisfied. We kept off the night with a sweet touch of soft served vanilla ice cream. A perfect way to end a lovely evening.
Emme M.
My only complaint about this place is that they reaaaaaly pack the tables tightly. The woman next to me could not get into the booth and it just really kills the vibe. Overall food is topnotch. I would skip the short rib au poivre (although my bf loved it). The burger is my favorite in all of NYC (so I guess that means the whole world).
Andre O.
Enjoyed a great meal! We ordered the lamb meatballs, the burger, and the hanger steak. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and the salad had a delicious dressing. The burger was one of the better smash burgers I have had in NYC compared to restaurants known for their burgers. Service was excellent!
Marissa Tai
There were 5 of us. This restaurant/bistro place is cozy with a great vibe. The appetizers you have to order the goat cheese and lobster orzo. And if they have the ribeye special you can easily share it amongst 4 person. The drinks are good even their mocktail zesty breeze. Our server Denny was a joy. Our vibes reciprocated and we had a ball. A busy place on a Wednesday and the food is on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Napack
Slightly loud but the food was delicious. The clams casino, wedge salad, lobster orzo, cod and short rib were stand outs for us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wedge Salad, Clams Casino, Cod Fish
Mia
Mediocre. I was looking forward to try a new restaurant on our date night but was disappointed. Upon our arrival we were told by the hostess that we need to leave at 9 pm because of another reservation (BTW we had a reservation also). The waiter behaved like he didn't want to be there, tables are so close together that the waitress at next table almost had her behind in our faces, food was nothing special (I had better). We are not going back. IDK what's happening to the neighborhood:the quality of the restaurants is going down
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Tessra Dalencourt
It was packed out on a Monday night and that's all you need to know. The apps really were magnificent. The mains were good as well. Everything is well made, the staff was absolutely amazing and attentive. I will be coming back for the lobster orzo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aurelie Biehler
Incredible dinner! We loved the Goat cheese (so much better than you’d think), Lamb meatballs, Crab Louie, and short ribs. The Lobster Orzo is unfortunately nothing special. Atmosphere is ideal for small dinner with friends or date night and service is excellent.PS get the pistachio mezcal drink.
First time here and very disappointed. The shrimps had shells on and some torn in half, looked more like leftover. The salad was sliced in half lettuce with some cheese and bacon on top, my granddaughter had the lamb meatballs and they were awful, no one could eat them. For Seconds, the steak order was medium, came rare, the person opted not to eat it. My son and I had Cod fish that was lots of cauliflower with little cod pieces, it was white mush stew, I couldn't tell how much Cod fish was actually on the plate and it was so salty I couldn't finish it. My husband ordered the chicken breast and that was also so salty that he could not finish, let alone enjoy the dish. Service was slow, waited 45 minutes before getting the attention of our waiter to remove the appetizer dishes and waited close to an hour to get second course, which was so bad neither on of us could finish it. Very disappointed overall.
Laure
Delicious food and nice atmosphere. I recommend the goat cheese and the cod, a perfection!Desserts are good but not really interesting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Braden McDonald
Incredible food was eclipsed by neglectful service. Multiple cocktails were forgotten and the water carafe was often bone dry. It was hard to find our server when she was needed. The most abrasive piece was that she prompted us to order food before our fourth cocktail had arrived, despite that delay being an oversight on the part of the bartender, suggesting she cared more about the timeline than the guest experience.I am hopeful that service rhythm improves over time, because I would love to return for the delicious food (in particular the clams, white beans, chicken, and Brussels sprouts) and the warm atmosphere.
Emma Dinzebach Clark
A true gem on Columbia St. The staff is impeccable. Skylar is A+++. In addition to menu - short rib, burger, tuna tartar, orzo, French toast and soft serve - I love the selection of cocktails and wines as well - very special curation.
You when people say oh good can it be Well good just moved up to Great and that’s what Swoony’s isIncredible Food Service and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overall it was really good with great service. Really small menu but everything was very good. I wish the wine (by the class) selection was bigger. Would Deff come
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs
Yes, yes and more yes! We had a wonderful evening here. It hit all of the elements- ambiance, food and service- out of the park. They were so accommodating towards us. We enjoyed the mussels as a starter just to switch it up. It was a wonderful choice. Bread and sauce were delicious. We tried a number of their signature drinks including the pistachio which was unique and very good. The servers were helpful, personable, kind and of course my favorite- present without being overbearing. The short ribs were delectable with very tasty fries. The steak was perfectly cooked. I was afraid that I would still feel hungry since it was served with just a salad but the balance was perfect and I ended up feeling satisfied. We kept off the night with a sweet touch of soft served vanilla ice cream. A perfect way to end a lovely evening.
My only complaint about this place is that they reaaaaaly pack the tables tightly. The woman next to me could not get into the booth and it just really kills the vibe. Overall food is topnotch. I would skip the short rib au poivre (although my bf loved it). The burger is my favorite in all of NYC (so I guess that means the whole world).
Enjoyed a great meal! We ordered the lamb meatballs, the burger, and the hanger steak. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and the salad had a delicious dressing. The burger was one of the better smash burgers I have had in NYC compared to restaurants known for their burgers. Service was excellent!
There were 5 of us. This restaurant/bistro place is cozy with a great vibe. The appetizers you have to order the goat cheese and lobster orzo. And if they have the ribeye special you can easily share it amongst 4 person. The drinks are good even their mocktail zesty breeze. Our server Denny was a joy. Our vibes reciprocated and we had a ball. A busy place on a Wednesday and the food is on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Slightly loud but the food was delicious. The clams casino, wedge salad, lobster orzo, cod and short rib were stand outs for us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wedge Salad, Clams Casino, Cod Fish
Mediocre. I was looking forward to try a new restaurant on our date night but was disappointed. Upon our arrival we were told by the hostess that we need to leave at 9 pm because of another reservation (BTW we had a reservation also). The waiter behaved like he didn't want to be there, tables are so close together that the waitress at next table almost had her behind in our faces, food was nothing special (I had better). We are not going back. IDK what's happening to the neighborhood:the quality of the restaurants is going down
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
It was packed out on a Monday night and that's all you need to know. The apps really were magnificent. The mains were good as well. Everything is well made, the staff was absolutely amazing and attentive. I will be coming back for the lobster orzo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible dinner! We loved the Goat cheese (so much better than you’d think), Lamb meatballs, Crab Louie, and short ribs. The Lobster Orzo is unfortunately nothing special. Atmosphere is ideal for small dinner with friends or date night and service is excellent.PS get the pistachio mezcal drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs
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First time here and very disappointed. The shrimps had shells on and some torn in half, looked more like leftover. The salad was sliced in half lettuce with some cheese and bacon on top, my granddaughter had the lamb meatballs and they were awful, no one could eat them. For Seconds, the steak order was medium, came rare, the person opted not to eat it. My son and I had Cod fish that was lots of cauliflower with little cod pieces, it was white mush stew, I couldn't tell how much Cod fish was actually on the plate and it was so salty I couldn't finish it. My husband ordered the chicken breast and that was also so salty that he could not finish, let alone enjoy the dish. Service was slow, waited 45 minutes before getting the attention of our waiter to remove the appetizer dishes and waited close to an hour to get second course, which was so bad neither on of us could finish it. Very disappointed overall.
Delicious food and nice atmosphere. I recommend the goat cheese and the cod, a perfection!Desserts are good but not really interesting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible food was eclipsed by neglectful service. Multiple cocktails were forgotten and the water carafe was often bone dry. It was hard to find our server when she was needed. The most abrasive piece was that she prompted us to order food before our fourth cocktail had arrived, despite that delay being an oversight on the part of the bartender, suggesting she cared more about the timeline than the guest experience.I am hopeful that service rhythm improves over time, because I would love to return for the delicious food (in particular the clams, white beans, chicken, and Brussels sprouts) and the warm atmosphere.
A true gem on Columbia St. The staff is impeccable. Skylar is A+++. In addition to menu - short rib, burger, tuna tartar, orzo, French toast and soft serve - I love the selection of cocktails and wines as well - very special curation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wedge Salad, Clams Casino, Swoony’S Burger
Brooklyn and swoonys go together like peaches and cream.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5