Having gone to the Brooklyn for years, I recently brought a friend of mine in to impress. I thought we'd go casual, though and sit in the bar. The bartender seemed to be having an off night and was pretty much ignoring us. I spied Roger, and begged to be seated in his section. He saved our night. He is worth his weight in gold. This place is my stand-by for any mood, any appetite. It looks like a chain, but it's not. I have been dozens of times, for casual lunch, business lunch, casual dinner, fancy dinner, or just happy hour and have never been let down (though I actually agree about the buffalo Osso Bucco--it was so-so.) The venison appetizer I had recently knocked my socks off. My favorite entree is the halibut. Always tender and juicy, perfect preparation. I dream about it. I'm usually too full for dessert.
Pros: Variety, consistency, overall value, valet parking, and Roger!!
Cons: Not crazy about the Buffalo
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