Brooklyn Heights/DUMBO needs more restaurants like Five Front. I've been there twice--the first time my companion and I were shocked by how good the good was. I had the best crab bisque of my life, and a pork tenderloin stuffed with sausage and stuffing topped with salsa and capers that was delicious. The mushroom ravioli is also first rate. Deserts are fabulous. On the second visit was a slight let down. The sea bass was dull, and my companion, a vegetarian, was forced to have the mushroom ravioli again. Suggestions to owners: more choices for vegetarians and improve your wines by the glass. Otherwise, it's one of Brooklyn's best.
Pros: great food, good service, nice vibe
Cons: wine selection, lack of vegetarian
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