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Colonie

American Restaurant$$$$

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

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Colonie

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"A litre of wine for $40 and the best sticky date cake in the world."(14 Tips)
"Brunch here is fantastic, try leek and gruyere omelet or duck hash."(23 Tips)
"Ricotta crostini, pork chop, and the burger are phenomenal!"(8 Tips)
"The duck hash (with egg) and the biscuit benedict are very good."(7 Tips)

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DrewskiOctober 19, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Sit at the chef's counter for brunch if you can. Small menu, but pretty reliable for both food and cocktails. Brussels sprouts (when in season) and sticky date cake are great.
Claudio EspinalDecember 27, 2016
Great brunch, loved everything we had. Best brunch burger I've had and I typically don't like eggs on my burger, def beats out Saxon & Parole's burger. Food here is made with love and you can taste it
Upvoted Sep 30
DensFebruary 24, 2014
Apparently Feb 21 was the FIRST DAY EVER they offered their burger w/ a duck egg... and it's the most delicious thing ever. (beware: a little sloppy tho)
Adrian PhillipsAugust 4, 2018
If you’re wandering around Brooklyn Heights from Monday to Friday at 5pm, then take advantage of Colonie’s exceptional Raw Bar Happy Hour. Shrimp Cocktail (peeled) and Oysters for $1.00
Grace YoonNovember 8, 2021
Ugh tbh everything we had was excellent. We got diff pastas (4) and I can’t pick which was best. Appetizers were great too, but the sea scallop crudo was a standout to me. Need to go back for more tho
Michael AnthonyJune 16, 2022
Incredible meal. All of the crostinis, market vegetables, small plates and large plates were amazing. Pastas were good, not great. Still highly recommend.
Zach HamedMarch 10, 2019
Everything is amazing but sticky date cake is one of the best desserts I’ve ever had
Bitches Who BrunchApril 14, 2016
Voted our Best Eggs Benny in 2014, this biscuit Benedict is easily our favorite dish at Colonie. Featuring a crispy house-made biscuit, smoked ham & poached egg, it's topped with a unique Hollandaise. Read more
EssexSeptember 5, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Pork chop melts in your mouth, there seasonal cocktails are excellent as well! Summer salad, crostini, oysters and dessert doughnuts are all must. Fantastic eats, service and ambiance.
J CrowleyFebruary 22, 2014
Order many small plates, like this cavatelli with beef ragu, then split hanger steak as your main. If there's a long wait, head across the street to Long Island bar for killer pre-dinner cocktails.
Bin YangOctober 11, 2015
Share small plates (the egg salad crostini is rich with lardo but not overwhelming), get a pasta, and split the Bavette (steak). Save space for the sticky date cake, it's moist, sugary, and amazing!
AlexJune 25, 2016
the duck hash is PHENOMENAL. their special pork belly sandwich is sinfully incredible. cocktails look delicious as well. generally a wonderful place for brunch or dinner.
Keith WoodJune 27, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Excellent for dinner with friends/colleagues. Cocktails are always on point, but the consistency & creativity of the food that pulls you back. End it with a glass of Madeira with the sticky date cake!
LilyDecember 30, 2018
NYMag Best of New York (2018): "A seasonal, often local, American menu with Italian influences that allows simple vegetable dishes, homemade pastas, and fresh seafood to shine."
Michelle WilesOctober 18, 2022
Mushroom toast, brussels sprouts, those scallops, and that crab pasta 🍝🥵 just save room for the donuts
Sam BrownNovember 14, 2015
Killer brunch, the duck hash is the most popular item for a reason. Sit at the bar, get a bartender to make you a custom cocktail, anything with bourbon.
Ailie ChangJanuary 24, 2015
I had the Empire State Sour cocktail, yum :) The House Ricotta was delicious. The Pork Chop was a bit too salty for me, but my friend really enjoyed the Butcher's Cut. End with Sticky Date Cake!
Gloria YuanJuly 9, 2019
Cocktails, lamb belly, blue crab and burrata pasta, steak, bison burger, basically everything
Stina P.May 12, 2014
I've never been to a spot that cared more about its product from farm to check. Sit with Chef Andrew and crew at the kitchen counter. Order doughnuts, duck hash, burger, date cake, and french press
etta yMay 3, 2014
Menu consists of comforting, familiar fare, nothing too weird, but prepared with care and attention to detail. Love the high ceilings and open kitchen. Attractive, non-snarky staff. Two thumbs up. <3
amNewYorkAugust 4, 2014
Part of the restaurant's push for sustainability are nose-to-tail practices: Colonie recently switched to entirely sourcing its beef from a small farm in Pennsylvania and butchering the cows in-house. Read more
Savannah PetrickJanuary 10, 2016
crostini & small plates are great. creste rigate is delicious. tagliatelle is just ok. for drinks, try eve's hard cider & the cool hand cuke. they accept limited reservations, so try to call ahead.
Nicholas DoyleJanuary 6, 2014
The buttermilk biscuits are beyond buttery. You've been warned. Wildly flavorful and juicy scrambled eggs. Also: Duck Hash: never fails to blow socks off. Great brunch, You can't go wrong.
Brad GaroonJune 10, 2015
The Colonie Burger has a grass-fed beef patty, topped with beet ketchup, aged cheddar, bacon, and cucumbers. It came with a side of grilled corn. The bacon's a bit tough, but the burger is tasty. Read more
Anna DSeptember 1, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great service, really good food!. Definitely one of the best places to go. Brunch here is fantastic, try leek and gruyere omelet or duck hash. They have French press coffee too!
Daniel L.January 1, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Possibly my favorite brunch place in downtown Brooklyn. First time? Order the scramble, crostini w/ ricotta, and a side of Brussels sprouts. Wash it down with a delicious crisp michelada.
Dean KevlinNovember 16, 2014
Duck hash is amazingly good. Warm mini donuts wonderful. Biscuit Benedict good. House cured salmon and potato pancakes a bit disappointing - salmon bland and pancakes a little too crispy.
Kristine CApril 27, 2014
Duck rillette crostini, Brussels sprouts with cranberries & pancetta, and multiple date cakes! Im addicted and I don't even like dates. the Empire State cocktail is extra lovely
Nathan GammieAugust 4, 2013
Really tasty brunch. Get the monkey bread!! The Biscuit Benedict paired the their French press coffee is amazing, as well. Afterward, stroll down to the Brooklyn Bridge Park.
MariJuly 4, 2016
Been here 10+ times
May seem trivial, but some of the best mignonette sauce I've ever had. The oysters turn into a vehicle for sauce eating.
Alex RainertJune 2, 2011
You can't go wrong here. Favorite new spot. The steak, duck rillette crostini, deep fried brussell sprouts and bacon, pork belly and pickled radish and Cool Hand Cuke cocktail were all amazing. Do it.
BasakApril 1, 2015
Start with some roasted fig and ricotta. Try their fish specials. If you like refreshing citrus drinks, get the cool hand cuke.
GothamistAugust 1, 2014
For $15, the spaghetti squash is not really as filling as a pasta dish might be, but if you're looking for something light, flavorful, and delicious this is it. Read more
Diego RomeroJuly 30, 2016
Incredible brunch menú and service. Duck hash, pork belly special, ricotta crostinis and the sticky date cake with some stuffed doughnuts!
Jason SuNovember 2, 2021
Delicious food and a cool experience sitting at the chef’s counter. Will be back again
Annabelle EmmJanuary 3, 2016
Cauliflower, date cake, butchers cut (steak) -- all delicious! Also staff was insanely nice. Great first date spot. Apricot sour was also lovely.
CompassMay 21, 2014
Wood, brick, and living greenery walls are a natural backdrop to the heirloom salads, farm-raised game, and playfully named cocktails you’ll find at this upscale seasonal dining den.
Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015
The main courses, among them roast chicken and a sizable pork chop, tend to be hearty, though whole fish, fresh from the market, is on the menu as well. Read more
jake furstJanuary 19, 2013
Been here 10+ times
probably the best shrimp and grits I've ever tasted. and if you're having it for breakfast, you can Put An Egg On It.
Jennifer KAugust 8, 2011
So far I have yet to be disappointed. For brunch try the pancakes and the asparagus gruyere scramble w/ a side of homemade bacon. Both their bloody Mary w/ special celery salt & peach Bellini r fab!
Lauren DocktorDecember 6, 2011
Black mission fig crostini were amazing! Also, the mamasita and autum squash agnolotti. Fun to get a bunch of things and share because portions are a little small but everything is delicious!
Rose LynnNovember 14, 2017
the food was delish and I loved the ambience of the decor, really chill place, great brunch!
CompassApril 21, 2014
Wood, brick, and living greenery walls are a natural backdrop to the heirloom salads, farm-raised game, and playfully named cocktails you’ll find at this upscale seasoal dining den.
John CondonAugust 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
You can't go wrong here. Order a mix of small plates & veggies and don't forget the duck rillettes. The steak & scallops are amazing. One of the best restaurants in Brooklyn.
Stacey HerronApril 24, 2011
Been here 10+ times
If a garden could grow a fresh, delicious cocktail, it'd be the "Cool Hand Cuke". Unique, tasty & a perfect drink to sip as you wait for a table (they don't take reservations, but the wait was fun).
Kushal DaveDecember 18, 2019
If they have the carrots with chili, ricotta salata, pepitas, cilantro, coriander and balsalmic, get it! Mind blowing.
jacqueline gJanuary 15, 2018
The sunchokes and Sweet potatoes are among the best veggie dishes I’ve had. Also a big fan of the coolhand cuke cocktail
jake furstJune 1, 2011
Been here 10+ times
the drinks, apps, small plates and crostinis are better than the mains. you can't go wrong with any of those and it's a lovely atmosphere.
The New York TimesMay 3, 2011
Have some ricotta on toast to begin, mushrooms or a steak if available, and a date cake you can walk off with a hike down Atlantic Avenue, to Brooklyn Bridge Park. Read more
Jon ChanJuly 16, 2016
All of the food is delicious. The Cool Hand Cuke is perfect for a hot summer day

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