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The Simpson Restaurant & Bar, Brooklyn, NY

The Simpson Restaurant & Bar

4.6
4.6
781 Reviews
$31 to $50
Caribbean
673 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 54 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The Simpson complements Brooklyn’s new restaurant age from Williamsburg to Prospect Park, by offering a seafood friendly Caribbean/Soul Food cuisine and an inspired Classic Cocktail menu infused with the nuances and flavors of the Afro Diaspora’s spice market. The Simpson will embody the soulful vibes and beats of the borough, while capturing the exuberance of the New Brooklyn Renaissance through Art, Music, Mixology and Cuisine. The service will be reminiscent of wherever you call home, as Chef’s “Cooking with Love” menu will be completed with with an array of delectable pastries and desserts, yummy mock tails for the non-drinker, and creative elixirs for the adventurous. Menu highlights include Hennessy Fried Shrimp, Bourbon Bbq, 5 Cheese Macaroni Pie, and Wings.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, Soul food, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (347) 763-2711
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Wenford "Patrick" Simpson
  • Catering
    Please contact catering@thesimpsonrestaurant.com for information.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact info@thesimpsonrestaurant.com for information.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    673 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
  • Area
    Fort Greene
  • Cross Street
    South Portland
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A,C,E to Atlantic Terminal2,3B,D4,5,6
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 781 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise ‱ Moderate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Caribbean

  • Brooklyn

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Simpson Restaurant & Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with "great friendly staff" and a lively ambiance. Known for its "absolutely amazing" food and drinks, including standout jerk dishes and rum punch. While service can be slow during busy times, the "wonderful atmosphere" and "excellent service" make it a favorite for many. Reservations are recommended to ensure prompt seating.
781 Reviews

  1. Shelly

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This place came highly recommended for my birthday! The food was amazing and came so fast. I tried everything that came on the table and was 💯 percent satisfied!Will definitely be back.

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  2. Shari VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Waited an hour to be hour to be seating before leaving. People with reservations after us were seated before us. Such a disappointing experience.

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  3. Rasheeda

    New York City14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Went back, and this time around, I was a bit disappointed. It first started with running out of Mac and Cheese at 9pm. Service was very slow it took 25 minutes for my rum punch to come even though it was good. After seeing another table with some Mac and Cheese, i questioned the waiter, and I was able to get some. Service and food definitely went down from when this location opened. Seemed a bit unter staffed last night . Overall, my Jerk wings, Mac and Chesse, and the Oxtail dinner were overall good.

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  4. Travis

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great friendly staff. We were seated right at the time of our reservation as soon as we arrived. The jerk chicken was excellent. Vibrant energy in the high top / bar area.

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  5. Tameka

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time there and I love it. Food ,drinks and the service.

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  6. Cheryl

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food didn’t taste good at all.I was very disappointed the oxtails wasn’t tender at all & very small

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  7. JahQueen

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were amazing. I will be a recurring customer. 😋😋

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  8. Kadane

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful experience as always 17 times there now and counting

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  9. Dennis VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We waited over an hour for our food despite telling them we had 7:30 theater tickets. Never came. Left very hungry.

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  10. Jasmine

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were amazing. Would definitely go back again.

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FAQs

The Simpson Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (347) 763-2711.

The Simpson Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 781 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. New York City
  4. Brooklyn
  5. Fort Greene

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Booked 54 times today
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673 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South Portland
  • Area
    Fort Greene
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, Soul food, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A,C,E to Atlantic Terminal2,3B,D4,5,6
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Wenford "Patrick" Simpson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Phone number
    (347) 763-2711
  • Catering
    Please contact catering@thesimpsonrestaurant.com for information.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact info@thesimpsonrestaurant.com for information.
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