Grocery

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288 Smith St (at nr. Sackett St.)
Brooklyn, NY 11231

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(718) 596-3335
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Grocery - Brooklyn, NY
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Grocery - Brooklyn, NY
Grocery - Brooklyn, NY
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Best

This was one of the best meals of my life!!! My husband (a meat-eater) and I (a vegan) had a fantastic meal. The chef/owner was extremely accommodating to me. Originally, I order...

Worst

Who did these guys pay to get a 28/food 26/service in Zagat. Food = ok. However, nowhere similarly rated restraunts. Dined there 5 months ago. A) Waite...

fabulous!!!!!!!!! 7/27/2006

Amazing. Amazing, amazing, amazing. Unbelievable food, and fabulous choices of dishes, wonderful, attentive, knowledgeable service-without being abrasive or annoying, gorgeous back garden, the owner came over who was cute as a button and so lovely, and again; you will not eat a better meal in the city. All the delicious food you can eat, and simple elegance as well. I can't wait to go back! Cons: Not one complaint! more
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high expectations 6/14/2006

I had very high expectations for this place and made a reservation a couple of months in advance for a special occasion. The food is definitely good, but I left a bit disappointed. First, the waiter who served us neglected to fill us in on the specials, which I would have chosen had I known about them. When we notified him that he didn't mention the specials, he didn't apologize but let us know that we made a very good decision regardless. Not what I wanted to hear. Secondly, on this night the place was overwhelmed by upper east side ladies perfume. The strong scents coming from the left and right of me negatively affected my taste buds. more
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food and service surpassed expectations 8/6/2005

they were able to squeeze me in at 6 after i called the night before my anniversary for a friday night reservation and told me they'd treat us well for the occasion. they didn't disappoint, service from the second i arrived at the door was extremely pleasant and attentive with almost one server per table. all the food was excellent - considering the quality of food in most moderately priced restaurants is mediocre this was slightly more pricey and well worth it. they bring service up a notch by offerng complementary amuse bouche to all tables and gave us a small dessert for our celebration. good selection of wines ranging from affordable to high end. great experience overall. Pros: intimate, solid, quality food, great service Cons: slightly small more
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The food is the thing 5/26/2005

Yeah, it's that good. We've been to Grocery three times and not once has an item on the menu disappointed. While the room is not particularly comfortable, once you're seated you'll forget about everything except what's on your plate. Solid wine list, knowledgeable staff, friendly owners and an adventurous, ever-changing menu keep us coming back. Pros: tight seating Cons: sublime food, smart service more
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Unbelievable 5/8/2005

As a group of 4, we went to Charlie and Sharon's small but very warm eatery last november. It was a fantastic experience. I recommend a tasting menu, as they will provide a small amount of everyting they offer that evening.Presentation was beautiful, service was efficient yet relaxed, and above all the food was the best dining experience I have ever had. Just when you think you have had your fill of the incredible entrees, the desserts and dessert wines are worth saving room for. We never felt rushed, and were attended to with care by both Sharon and Charlie as well as their waitstaff. They absolutely do make an effort with children, once creating a lovely peanut butter and jelly sandwich from a buckwheat crepe that was a winner. Go early if you can, make reservations, and expect to be dazzled. Pros: The owners, The food, the wines Cons: not a one more
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You get more ambiance at the grocery store 5/1/2005

This place was not ALL THAT! There was no ambiance. It was tiny and I felt like I was eating in someone's living room. The overall feeling of this restaurant was AWKWARD!The food was just ok. And a little too pricey to be just ok. Very few wines by the glass and a small menue. The neighborhood was nice though so check out another restaurant instead. Pros: yummy dessert Cons: price, atmosphere, space more
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Happy Anniversary 4/27/2005

Usually never take the time to write a review, but just felt I had to, just for this one time! Last night we celebrated our anniversary with a very special dinner at the Grocery. Everything was just perfect, glass of champagne when we sat down, wonderful squid appetizer that we share, my husband boneless trout and I had the lamb chop and a wonderful, delicious dessert served on a ""happy anniversary"" plate. It was our first time at the Grocery, but we loved it and from now on it is our special ""anniversary"" restaurant! Thanks so much all of you at the Grocery for making our anniversary even more special! more
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Mediocre and Overrated 4/12/2005

I was stunned at how mediocre our dinner was. Truly, an utterly average experience. The food is between fair and poor: asparagus that was overdone and miserably plated; risotto that was loose, runny, and poorly flavored; trout with mushrooms that was overcooked and mushy; and lamb that was poorly butchered and needed salt and pepper. To their credit, they did not charge us for half-eaten entrees, the one highlight. Pros: Service Cons: Food, Ambience, Prices more
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Excellent food and service! 2/12/2005

This is one of the best restaurants that I have been to in New York City - the service was incredible, everyone was very friendly and nice and the food was unbelievable. I highly recommend this restaurant. Pros: Service, Food more
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One of the friendliest places I've been 9/9/2004

As vegetarians who still like bold flavors it's not always easy to find great restaurants. The Grocery went above and beyond to create a memorable dining experience. The chefs came out of the kitchen to make some suggestions on how they'd alter meat dishes to be vegetarian friendly and what they came up with was just amazing. It's so nice to meet such flexible chefs. They seemed not just accommodating but inspired at the challenge! The waitstaff was also incredibly helpful and warm and the wine and desserts were fantastic. The best restaurant experience we've had in a long time! Pros: delicious, friendly, accomodating more
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will go again and again 6/21/2004

i dont understand those who go to this restaurant and dont think the food is amazing. while the menu appears sparse and simple, the food is complex. i had the duck risotto, which was sublime. although the price is somewhat higher than most restaurants on smith row, it is well worth it. Pros: great food, service more
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San Franciscan Loves The Grocery 6/14/2004

I was visiting from San Francisco recently and decided to try The Grocery after hearing about it on NPR. I could not have been happier. The food was stellar. We had the foie gras appetizer which was lovely. I had the slow rendered duck entree. It was the best duck I've ever had, it truly melted in my mouth. The Gingerbread Pudding desert was delicious. The service was also excellent. The restaurant itself was small but very charming. Overall, it was an exceptional dining experience that I would (and have) recommend. more
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Definitely worth a visit 4/9/2004

Went here a few weeks ago and was impressed enough to definitely want to come back. Reservations are tough to get last second (we ate at 5:30 pm). It is extremely small but the service is EXCELLENT and the chefs/owners wandered the restaurant to ensure everything is meeting expectations. Everything we had -- a special tuna tartare, squid and lamb were wonderful. The pork chop was a bit on the salty side but that is our only complaint. Wine list was great and reasonable. Thought for the quality of the food, the price was definitely reasonable. Pros: Excellent food, Wonderful Service more
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sublime beyond words 3/23/2004

the grocery is one of the most amazing restaurants in the city. i'm lucky it's less than a block away from me. with its soothing ambience and clean minimalist setting, nothing is distracting you from being able to focus on your food - which is outstanding to say the least. the service is meticulous and unpretentious, the wine list is selective and tasty, and the cost of the quality of food you're getting is unparallelled. Pros: superb food, intimate ambience more
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Now This Is Grocery! 3/20/2004

What great food. What great service. What great people. Compares to the best of the best. Everything on the menu was perfect. The owner/chefs spend a good deal of time chatting and serving and enjoying their guests. If I lived nearby, I'd be there nightly for dinner. 30 seats - all filled, all night long. Could not be more pleased. Tough for a larger group except if you have enough to take all 30 seats. Pros: Food, Service, People more
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Worth it.... 2/13/2004

The place is expensive for Brooklyn but well worth it for a special occasion. Bottle of wine, apps, two entrees, and one dessert came to $150 with tax and tip...which for Number 7 on Zagat is a bargain... The food is very very good - the duck for an entree and mushrooms for an app are a cant miss combo. more
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High Price for Little Food 1/3/2004

Reservations required. Started with Mushroom tart, wonderful. Dinner was a somewhat bland pork chop with apple dressing and so-so fish (can't recall what type). Service was phenominal, very cramped dinning area. I guess you either love it or hate it. Pros: Service, Desert Cons: Cramped, Value more
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VERY VERY EXPENSIVE BUT WORTH IT 12/7/2003

I consider myself to be a restaurant guru so I think my opinion of the grocer carries more wait than the average Joe who post his overview of the restaurant. I have dined in almost every high end restaurant in all of New York from Savoy to Candela to River Cafe and without question the Grocer has the best food. Good place to take a date, but make sure you save your money first because as in life good things cost money. The same applies here you will get great food but you will waste easily over $200 on dinner including drinks and tip. Pros: Romantic, Great Food Cons: VERY EXPENSIVE, Small Location, Crowded more
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5 Star Dining in Brooklyn! 10/30/2003

What a fabulous restaurant! After many attempts to secure a table (reservations needed) my husband and I finally made it there. Well worth the attempts! The food is absolutely wonderful. The tables are a little too close together for my complete comfort. It's expensive, do it for a special occasion. But well worth every penny! Pros: GREAT food, Wonderful wait staff Cons: A little pricey, Tables set too close more
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Don't believe the hype!!! 10/25/2003

Who did these guys pay to get a 28/food 26/service in Zagat. Food = ok. However, nowhere similarly rated restraunts. Dined there 5 months ago. A) Waited an hour for entree. B)Crazy lady (the owner?) was running around yelling and screaming like a loon. C) Waitress could only provide generic awnsers about restraunt's food/wine. Claimed to have NEVER tasted anything on the menu because owners DON'T provide tastings for their servers. Not 26 style service. ZAGAT should be ashamed of themselves. Was Zagat bought? . Lots of money riding on sucsess of Smith Street. Numerous restaurant owners have invested big money and sucsess of this new Restaurant Row is paramount to them and yupsters who live in surounding neighborhoods Cobble Hill and Carol Cardens . Could they have gotten together and bought a ZAGAT rating in order to give Smith Street a big draw restaurant? I think it's possible. more
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  • The Scene
    This charming neighborhood restaurant put Smith Street on the culinary map when it opened in 1999. Nowadays, diners arrive in hired cars from Manhattan, and chef-owners Sharon...

  • 11/24/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Tue-Wed, 5:30pm-10pm; Thu, noon-2pm and 5:30pm-10pm; Fri, noon-2pm and 5:30pm-11pm; Sat, noon-2pm and 5pm-11pm; Sun-Mon, closed
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Carroll Gardens
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