Red Hook Tavern - Buy Reservations

The bun was soft and buttery. It's just a delicious burger that you must go try.The gelato was just ok. Tasted like ice cream and wasn't particularly smooth or fluffy as I prefer. The rainbow cookies were dense and moist and almond liquery. Quite good.

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My friend and I walked in and sat at the bar. We were told that the tavern closes at 3:30pm and was gven a suggestion to eat somewhere else. It was not 3:30 yet.

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They do all the things right. When I say all the things, I mean ALL THE THINGS. But here are a few specifics:1. Meat. The burger is the best in NYC. At $29, it fucking better be, and it truly is. At a time when everyone and their mother is doing smashed double patties (because everyone can, it isn't that difficult), this thick, juicy, perfect-every-goddamn-time dry aged burger is an absolute pleasure. Laid on a crisp, buttered bun with sliced white onion and American cheese completely and exquisitely melted across the entire visible surface, it needs no condiments. It doesn't even need the incredible wedges it used to be served with, nor the excellent cottage fries that seem to be its regular accompaniment now. It needs nothing. It just is. I've eaten it at the bar, I've eaten it at a table, I've eaten it at the tables on the street, and I've taken it out to go eat in the park down the street by the water, during the height of the pandemic when we weren't allowed to eat in restaurants. This is as good as burgers get. I do not say this lightly. I fucking LOVE burgers, and this is the one I want to eat on my deathbed. It may hasten me getting there, but I don't care. Red Hook Tavern will also prepare a steak as perfectly as you've had anywhere. There's always a special, and it's also going to break the bank, but if you need a beautiful slab of beef you can't go wrong. 2. Service. Every single person I've dealt with here has been on point. Specific shout outs go to the bartenders, and the sommeliers (maybe I'm partial to people that give me alcohol). I believe my favorite of the latter was named Rebecca, and she was pregnant not too long ago. Now I know that you can still trust a pregnant somm, so I've got that going for me. Speaking of...3. Booze.The winelist is excellent. The martinis are perfect (although they aren't the buckets you get at most old steakhouses, they are perfectly housed in their non-martini glasses - a choice I can respect). 4. Non-meat. We've had oysters, and shrimp cocktail, and the stellar country ham croquettes. We've had salads, and pastas, and the fish and chips. I've never been sad about any of it. 5. Atmosphere.It's a tavern I want to spend time in. I'd live in here if I could afford it. My only complaint is the barstools are a bit uncomfortable for me, personally. Something about them cuts my circulation off, but I imagine that's by design so I don't sit here and drink until I order another burger. Basically, Billy Durney can do no wrong. Between this and Hometown, he's responsible for 95% of my meat consumption in Red Hook, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Come here. Or don't. I don't care. I'm tired of not being able to get a table anyway.

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You already know, but if you don't know, now, you know --they hype is in fact real and deserved. From food to drink to service to vibes this is a serious 10/10 no notes experience. But because this is Yelp here are some notes:You probably should make a reservation, unless you live nearby and are ok with hanging out for a bit. And if that's the case head down the block and across the street to Brooklyn Ice House and have a few while you wait. You are going to spend some money here. But your experience could go many ways. This can be an anniversary dinner, a quick bar situation, or a dinner with your parents when they're in town. Which is why you'll see people dressed every which way. Be casual or be fancy. The music will make you feel dancey (sorry I had to). Although I said quick above, you should carve out some time here if you're getting any of the entrees. The raves all come deservingly for the burger; but the roast chicken especially in the winter is the way. I would only be happier if there were bangers and mash, as those potatoes and gravy are fucking delicious. If you're a vegetarian the exquisite French Onion soup ain't for you, but for any meat eaters in your party, get it. Immediately. The servers and bartenders here are darling sweet baby angels. Tip them accordingly, and then think about it and tip them more. Space is tight so be prepared to be close to your neighbors. Only a few spaces in Red Hook, through all of its changes (gentrification) in the recent years, have maintained their neighborhood vibes. Red Hook Tavern is one of those spots. Go on and have yourself a simply wonderful time.

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The burger lives up to the hype. The fries were thick and crisp. Even the pickle had a unique, smoky flavor. I finished it off with a hot fudge Sunday which was also excellent. Contrary to some other reviews, I found the staff friendly and accommodating. Attractive and dressed nicely as well.

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We got a round of burgers for the entire table and oysters to share. The oysters come with either 6 or 12 and we opted for the 6. They were super fresh and we loved the tangy pairings it came with. The burger was pretty solid and super filling. It was a bit too salty, but overall a very very juicy patty. Loved the circular fries!

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Everyone I told I was coming here had the same response: "The burger?" The answer is yes. It rocks. It's as good as its reputation. Already planning my next trip. My only asterisk is that I wish the fries were crispier. We had the croquettes to start which were nice and tasty. Sundae and rainbow cookies for dessert were delicious too.

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This burger made me realize that I'm probably not a fancy or thick burger kind of guy. Worth trying because someone else might like it, but I don't think I will be visiting again.

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We were excited when Red Hook Tavern opened as regulars at Hometown BBQ for years and having moved into the neighborhood a few years ago. Simply put we could not be more disappointed. The food is fine but the service is poor and attitude of the staff is rude and unwelcoming. The worst part is we have given Red Hook Tavern five chances just in case we caught an off night, but the treatment was the same each time. Our most recent experience was a perfect example. We rushed to make sure we were on time since the last time we showed up 10 minutes late they did not honor our reservation. Upon arrival we were told it would be 10-15 minutes even though it was clear that no table was close to finishing. We were told to order drinks from the overcrowded front end of the bar while we wait even though half the bar seats were open (told not to stand there). After ordering a drink I was rudely told to move from another staff member to by the door, only to be told moments later by another staff member to move again. After 20 minutes, we were told it would be another 15 minutes as our table was supposedly getting the check - when we asked which table it became clear that this table was not getting a check but first ordering dessert. Despite now being 30 minutes late accommodating our reservation with no table near ready, we were not offered anything for the inconvenience other than being rudely shuffled from one spot to another despite plenty of open bar seats. When we said we were going to go somewhere else (which we did), zero effort was made to make us feel welcome or to ask us to stay. Sadly this is the same experience each time we have visited and I have heard similar complaints from friends in the neighborhood. We are truly sad this has turned into another pretentious, quasi celebrity restauranteur spot rather than a welcoming neighborhood tavern than espoused to be. We will not go back.

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While the food is also good, I find that I can find as good food at many similar restaurants in the neighborhood. Every time I have come, the servers are rude. I am constantly sat 20-45+ minutes after my reservation time. Servers are rude and pushy.

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Wood and wallpaper always work for me. Good cocktails, and good food. I'll be back to try the burger next time.

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The food is absolutely superb. The burger is probably one of the best you'll find in NYC. I finally had the wedge salad - and that piece of bacon is arguably the best bacon I have ever put in my mouth.The wine selection is excellent. Service is phenomenal, all the staff are so friendly and affable. There are few better things in life than to enjoy glasses of wine at this establishment while noshing on some of the most delicious food in the city. Last time I was there, Billy Durney was still going table to table making sure everything was good and filling people's water glasses - I think it says a lot about a business when the owner is still so vested and close to the customer.A+++. Can't wait until my next stop here when I'm in Red Hook!

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I heard the burger was good so I ordered it and it was. Wedge salad was very tasty. I'll be back.

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Three of us ordered two iceberg wedge salads and three burgers. The salads arrived promptly and were delicious. The three hamburgers took an hour and a half to arrive. They were very good but, for the prices that are charged, there should be much better service. The bill for two salads, three burgers and one cocktail was almost $180 . For this price, the service needs to be excellent and not poor. Also, you could not hear yourself think as the inside was so packed. And, despite the incredibly high noise level, there was music playing. Why the extra noise???

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? The food was extremely mediocre although the kale salad was very good. I have to say that all of the ingredients and everything in the food was very fresh and very high-quality and you could tell they were really trying it's just when you put it all together you just say where is the taste and everything was kind of just OK. It's a very nice place and of course it's right in the heart of red Hook. You will notice that all of the outdoor fans in the patio were not working they were very rustic a nice looking they just didn't work to cool you off on a hot day. A bit overpriced for what you get it's really packaged well but it's a sheep in wolves clothing.

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