Off the Brook Bistro & Cocktails

Off the Brook Bistro & Cocktails reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Mike VIP

   New York City45 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 10 May 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Pleasant surprise. The food and cocktail were good. Perhaps a little understaffed, but they made it work with a smile - we were not in a rush. Will return for casual evening with friends.
   

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   Christine

   New York City2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 26 April 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   We originally made a reservation for 2 people but then changed it to six on open table. Everything was confirmed but when we got there they told us they didn’t receive the change and we had to leave by 8pm. That was fine but they didn’t have enough staff. Only 2 waiters I think. They described the appetizers as being enough to share but the calamari was so small we each got 1 piece. My food did not arrive with the rest of the table and only when they asked how everything was, the looked puzzled why I didn’t have my plate. The balsamic fig chicken was horrible. I tasted no fig and was so tart I had to scrap off the sauce. I couldn’t even tell what cut of the chicken it was. We had to ask where our second round of drinks were. They automatically charged 20% for a table of 6 and the service was terrible. If they didn’t have staff for a busy Saturday, don’t confirm reservation on open table. We won’t be returning.
   

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   LESLIE VIP

   New York City8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went to Off the Brook for Easter brunch. Our cocktails (one was made with pancake and syrup whiskey?) were creative and delicious. The food was fresh and delicious. There was a $1.50 up-charge per egg, but that’s clearly indicated on the menu.
   

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   Kerri

   New York City6 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 29 March 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Servers were friendly but had no sense of urgency and took forever to get anything we asked for which was very frustrating. Food was mediocre but Gnocchi was not edible. They should have took it off the check. The best thing about the night was the live music. Will not be back. Place needs management there on a Saturday night.
   

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   DavidY

   Denver / Colorado5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice little hidden gem along Merrick Ave. The food was very good and the wait staff was nice but they seemed a little understaffed for a Saturday night. It took a long time to get service but when they did show up they were friendly! I’d def go back for another time
   

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   None VIP

   New York City22 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The martini flight was loved by my friend!!! The spinach dip was yummy.
   

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   Liz VIP

   New York City15 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 19 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Only one waitress so service was slow, waited 30 min to get a drink and menu after sitting. Food was just ok, nothing great
   

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   Katisha VIP

   Greater Boston10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice and friendly place! Would recommend attending with the family for a quick bite or catching up with friends.
   

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   Maria

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and amazing, courteous and helpful staff!
   

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    DONNA VIP

    New York City78 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3

    We had a very nice dinner with live music We shared the mussels, gnocchi and stuffed pepper appetizers. They all were outstanding! My burger was cooked perfectly as was the steak tidbits my friend had. The hostess was very warm and friendly and Jacki our waitress was outstanding and delivered everything promptly with a smile! We hade a great time here!
    

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