Tapas Restaurants in Brooklyn, NY

“Best Persian food in Brooklyn. Perhaps the best Persian food in all of New York or beyond. Thanks — we will be back!
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You know a restaurant is excellent when all you’ve had is their artisanal bread served with homemade butter, homemade yogurt turned into a dip, and homemade mortadella—yes, mortadella— and you’re thinking, “wow, I could eat just this, served with a bottle of wine…. I’d be more than satisfied.” And, also at this point thinking “when am I going to come back?”

Not your typical kebab affair. It’s better. I promise. I was introduced to a world of Persian food I’ve never had at a restaurant before at a level of quality that is reserved for fine dining establishments.

This is an elevated dining experience that is meant to be shared. And yes, there is a vibe too. Attention to detail with every dish that the chef explained to me is painstakingly made from scratch —yogurts, marinades, preparation taking days, with ingredients sourced locally. Warm, knowledgeable staff to boot, too.

The drink menu is legit. Think Persian twists on classic drinks—-but executed well, where other twists often fail. The best espresso martini in Williamsburg. Perhaps the city. My wife said the best she’s ever had.“

“Nice place food uffff recomendado“

“I got takeout the other night—braised beef & noods, eastern cukes, congee and the cabbage special. I have no words. Well, I guess I do—happy dance mouth explosions. The cukes even got better as a pickled snack the next day. The staff was kind and fun, and I had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who deserves 5 stars as a human. Anyone who skips this place while in Dumbo should reconsider their life choices.“

“Amazing Service and Food!
Visited from North Carolina and the owner made sure we had a great experience.
She was right on the dot with wine recommendations and the food was flawless!
Love it will definitely be back to try their Paella !“

“Great food and very friendly staff!“

“Try their Pabellon Arepa! You will forget your name and lose your mind. It is a masterpiece, chef-d'oeuvre. Insanely delicious. And don’t leave it unattended on the table! I am from upstate New York. We have hundreds of Mexican restaurants up there and none of them can make Arepa even close to La Napa’s.“

“I had an unforgettable experience at MyMoon! I took my friend to celebrate her birthday, and from start to finish, the service was exceptional. The staff was attentive, friendly, and went out of their way to make us feel celebrated — they truly made the night special. The drinks were amazing — the Strawberry MyMoon and Lavender Sour were both perfectly crafted and delicious. The food was full of authentic Spanish flavors and beautifully presented. MyMoon is the perfect spot for a celebration, and I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend for anyone who wants excellent service, fantastic drinks, and delicious food!“

“This dinner was fantastic.
We took the chef menu - there was not a single dish that I didn’t like.
Usually don’t eat mussels - but they converted me
The seared foie gras was above the top
The ribs incredible
Shrimp mamamia
Cauliflower fantastic
I will definitely come back“

“Cozy atmosphere and fine dining“

“The food here is absolutely phenomenal. There is so much variety on the menu, and every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. Each plate that came out was a 10/10, and honestly, I didn’t even know where to start because everything looked and smelled incredible. You can truly taste the authenticity in every bite, and it felt like a real culinary journey through Turkey. The service elevated the experience even more. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel like honored guests rather than just customers. The hospitality, energy, and attention to detail created an inviting and memorable experience from start to finish. This is more than just a meal—it’s an experience.“

“Did know what to expect but everything was absolutely delicious. I got the Baba Bowl and added avocado and the apple bottom drink was yummy!“

“The place has good aesthetics. Their kitchen creates excellent dishes at reasonable costs. The food quality impressed me and the price seemed right for how much I received. The team provides excellent customer care. We found this restaurant truly excellent.“

“This is the cutest wine bar ever!!! It’s so cozy inside and the wine selection is great. I recommend getting a chilled red. It was packed when we got there, but the staff were so sweet and able to accommodate my group. Such an amazing neighborhood spot.“

“Such an incredible experience . Tasting menu was amazing !“

“The food was so delicious and served to us by the nicest people.

I’ve never had these dishes before and I’m guessing they had the presentation and flavor, which held true to its origins.

I feel lucky that my friends knew about this place.

(A special thank you to the chef, who was eminently compassionate about my friend’s dietary needs.)“

“⸻ “This restaurant is amazing! The food is fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. The service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly. I really enjoyed my time here.”“

“I absolutely love this place! Its my go to spot to go to after a long work day or grabbing a drink w friends. Even super cute for a date night. All of the staff are super nice and make you feel right at home. Mehdi is an absolute ray of sunshine guaranteed to put a smile on your face if youre having a rough day. The wine selection is amazing and the bites are super tasty. The grilled cheese w the ragu is a must try! 10/10 would recommend! :)“

“The food at Djondjon is spot on.... This restaurant is a jewel. The food is amazing, and the hospitality is off the chart. There is free jazz often enough. The quality far surpasses the price. I love their pasta, their fish and their goats which come in various varieties. Their appetizers are yummy. I will continue to patronize this place. I had my Cabrit boukannen ( grilled goat) and it really pleased my taste buds.“

“One of the rare bastions of what NYC was and still holding strong by people like Richard. I’m only annoyed I just discovered it in the last year. I was told it’s been ten years since they opened. Get there early and be prepared to wait. Worth the wait. I have yet to have had a bad night and I now try to make it often.“

“Nice place, nice location, friendly informative staff, great service, good food, good portions. Perfect dining experience. We had the river dog oysters for an appetizer, we split a mickeys salad, and a meg Ryan pizza, espresso was great. The pear brandy was great with the ice cream. Will definitely go back.“

“One of my favorite bars in the neighborhood. Their fries are 💯 must haves! Just hosted my birthday there yesterday and had the best birthday party ever ✨ everyone had such a great time and The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. Josh was so patient and great at planning the food and drinks with me prior it made everything easy.They also have a nice outdoor space in the back.

Can’t wait to come back for some more naked strawberries and fries ❤️“

“This was my 2nd time here. What really made the experience today was my server, Afnan. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and all of her suggestions were spot on. Afnan was attentive without being overbearing. Excellent from start to finish.“

“Oysters were so fresh and the service was good!They had a happy hour for $11 of a glass of wine and $20 of a choice of an appetizer with a glass of wine. I thought the food was a reasonable price and I would definitely come again. The atmosphere is great too, when we came it was still empty, but when it hit 6:30 there were more people.“

“Great place! Great drinks and eats! Great vibe! Highly recommend!“

“Came here for a second time tonight with a group of friends and while the cocktails were very delicious and deserves a great review on their own, the service from Mikael (sorry for the misspelling if so) was really want impelled me to leave this review. He is a great asset to this team!“

“This spot isn't in guidebooks yet. Employees are remarkably kind and accommodating, serving food rapidly. They serve excellent food at fair rates. The food quality showed in our completely empty plates. This spot provides a good environment.“

“Incredible food and cocktails! Wonderful service!“

“Altar is a hidden gem in Brooklyn. It is such a quaint space that is packed with well crafted cocktails and some of the best small bites in Brooklyn. Altar has a very distinct personality and you will notice it upon entering. First timers will really feel like they have discovered something special and will definitely be back.“

“This is my go to after work spot during the week to catch up with friends. Happy Hour is usually until 7pm and drink cocktails cost approx. $10. The bartenders are more like mixologists as the quality of drinks is far better than your average bar. Truffle fries are great, recommend.“

“Enjoyed delectable food in a wonderful atmosphere while supporting an invaluable mission.“

“10/10
Killer cocktails, stellar service, vibes on point AND a beautiful backyard? Started with a dozen oysters and martinis then shared the lasagna flowers. Don’t sleep on dessert. The chocolate budino is out of this world.
Can’t wait to sip martinis outside all summer. Good stuff, Bar Louise!“

“Visiting from Canada just looking for a quick bite. Found this place, and,glad I did. Bit of an odd spot, but, the food was incredible. Ordered the Karaage Curry Rice. I'm a good eater and there was lots. Service was fast and friendly. If you are in Brooklyn try this place.“

“The tacos and birria selection here are some of the best in the neighborhood. Great selection of Mezcal’s, mixed drinks and they even make my favorite Carajillo. Great services and cool vibes. My go to for a quick but nice Mexican dinner.“

“Some of the best ramen I have had in the neighborhood.

We tried the kimchi (10/10) and the tots. My only complaint about the tots was that they needed more sauce, we asked for a side of Mayo and added their house made hot sauce and it was incredible!

Curry ramen and tan tan ramen were incredible. Left full and very satisfied with our meal.“

“Amazing food. Revisited for the second time from the UK!“

“Probably the best Chicken Wings I have ever had 😋 Extraordinary service! 100% happy 🙂“

“Service, cocktails, and food in point! Highly recommend.“

“We had a great time at Hello Bar the meal was flavorful, drinks were great! and the DJ had us really in our groove I think his name was DJ Brooklyn Jay between the dancehall, Afrobeats, hip hop etc he had all kinds of cool transitions and played to the crowd which some DJ’s forget to do we will be back“

“Wonderful experience at this bar last night. It has a beautiful and intimate atmosphere, with great staff, food and drink. This was my first time at a Japanese spirit focused bar, and Cap the bartender kindly explained the menu and suggested how the spirits could be served. Thank you Cap! We will definitely be back.“

“good service and good selection. many different drinks(not just beer), didn't try the food though.“

“Relaxing place. Great options. Amazing staff“

“Excellent food, amazing service and espresso martinis to die for! Go, you won’t be disappointed!“

“I’ve been to this lovely bar a few times and every time it was a great experience! However last night when we walked in at 11:15pm, we were told that they had already made the last call for drinks. Although the bar officially closes at midnight on Thursdays, we were refused service. I understand the barman’s desire to go home earlier but as a customer I felt unwelcome.“

“This is a super cute little spot. It has a very charming heated back patio if you are looking to have a drink with a friend safely during the pandemic.“

“Burger and fries were delicious and plentiful. I sent my colleague who had a similar delightful experience. I'll definitely return.“

“Stumbled upon this place with friends amazing orange wine and mac and cheese with bacon and a smoky gazpacho! Five stars!!!“

“Really nice coffee bar with extremely helpfull staff. When in Brooklyn, make sure to visit!“

“The Esters is my favorite pizza place in New York and that says a lot. The atmosphere is fun and casual, the workers are very nice and food is phenomenal! Whenever I visit my daughter in New York The Esters is the first place I want to go.“

“Been passing this spot on my way to work for years and never thought to give it a go. Let me tell you, the food is absolutely 🔥🚒. I could tell the chef knows more than a things or two about flavors. By far the best dish I had was the Ribeye steak with a red wine reduction. Damn near almost ate the plate 😂. Highly recommended 🤤👌🏽“

“After searching for an appropriate venue for three old childhood friends to rest their weary bodies from eight hours of walking and enjoy a cocktail, we came upon this gem of a place. We each had a drink, but, I was the only one who got a snack. Two magnificent bruschettas hit the spot. I hope I can find this place again on my next walk over the Bridge!“