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Traif

Traif

Tapas Restaurant and New American Restaurant$$$$
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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9.1/10
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    This tapas restaurant is famous for their sliders. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Mike C.
    "Try the Bacon Doughnuts, Dulce De Leche, Coffee Ice Cream"(26 Tips)
    Giorgia L.
    "Get the sliders and the bacon donuts."(22 Tips)
    Dania B.
    "Yum: pork belly, roasted beets salad, tuna tartar, short rib sliders"(22 Tips)
    Mike C.
    "Try the bbq braised short rib sliders, sweet potato fries"(14 Tips)
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  • Mounir K.heart icon on user image
    Mounir KaradjaOctober 5, 2013
    This is a pork place but you have to take the tuna tartar served on tempura eggplant. The bbq sliders are also fantastic. Avoid the spaetzl though.
  • Chloe C.
    Chloe ChangJune 10, 2016
    The chef selection IS a good deal, and can be customized to dietary restrictions and we were able to request a few dishes to be included.
  • Xian X.
    Xian XianJune 5, 2011
    Broccoli rabe portabella-truffle toast w fried egg! Bacon wrapped blue cheese stuffed dates! Rigatoni w asparagus blue crab & Cremini mushrooms! Crispy pork belly w cantaloupe, marcona almonds, feta
  • Francesca K.
    Francesca KrihelyMay 26, 2013
    Go for the Chef's tasting menu. Let them know if you have allergies/preferences and they will be very accommodating. Ask for the sweetbreads special.
  • Elizabeth B.
    Elizabeth BursteinFebruary 25, 2018
    Strawberry ribs a must, rib sliders good too but heavy, truffle gnocci is bomb
  • Matt N.heart icon on user image
    Matt NeemsNovember 20, 2016
    Do the chefs tasting menu, a little of everything good. Strawberry cinnamon ribs, bacon maple donuts.
  • Cade W.heart icon on user image
    Cade WallaceDecember 2, 2012
    sit at the bar if there are no tables free. shorter wait and really great service - the bartenders will take your food orders + answer any questions you may have
  • Janani P.
    Janani PriyankaNovember 6, 2011
    Hands down some of the best food I've ever had in new York. The chef is very inquisitive and has a wonderful understanding of new American cuisine .... good shiiitttt!!!
  • Rich K.heart icon on user image
    Rich KearneyNovember 12, 2012
    Chef's tasting menu is like a non-stop flavor assault on your tastebuds. It's fully worth the $80 and I highly recommend it.
  • Danielle C.
    Danielle CarrickSeptember 28, 2013
    Can't go wrong with the menu. Sit at the bar for an awesome view of the chefs. My red pearl cocktail was baller.
  • Sandell J.
    Sandell JonesMarch 9, 2013
    The Bacon Donuts were A-friggin-mazing! Awesome food, great staff and service. Definitely coming back next time I'm in Brooklyn!
  • Scott S.
    Scott SJune 12, 2015
    Big eye tuna on eggplant tempura and strawberry cinnamon ribs, but the whole menu is the work of magicians.
  • Jessica A.heart icon on user image
    Jessica AJune 28, 2014
    Allison is legit the best server ever. If you have her waiting on you tonight, considered yourself blessed. Oh and get everything 👍.
  • Chelsea B.heart icon on user image
    Chelsea BalkanJanuary 21, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    #DubiDO #FabuLIST get the chefs tasting menu. Comes with about 9-10 dishes. Totally worth it!
  • Raffi A.
    Raffi AsdourianMarch 9, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't miss out on the strawberry glazed cinamon baby back ribs, their best dish!
  • Raquelle J.heart icon on user image
    Raquelle JessieMay 18, 2016
    strawberry & balsamic glazed ribs, homemade gnocchi w/ truffle, tuna tartare all standout
  • Bee W.heart icon on user image
    Bee WilliamsJanuary 8, 2016
    This place was good! Lots of options to eat! Definitely great for sharing and sampling!
  • Pamela C.
    Pamela CastilloSeptember 15, 2015
    Absolutely get the tasting menu. Worth every penny. Everything was really delicious.
  • jin k.
    jin kimAugust 11, 2014
    Great place to share food with friends. Pork dishes are awesome. Cocktails are somewhat disappointing.
  • Ashley S.
    Ashley SimonMarch 3, 2013
    Chef's menu isnt woth it. Just order small plates a la carte. I recommend tuna tartare, sliders, broccoli rabe.
  • Nicole M.
    Nicole MichelleJune 19, 2014
    Cocktail: The Violet Beauregard, Food: Strawberry-cinnamon glazed ribs, Dessert: the bacon doughnuts
  • Joyceheart icon on user image
    JoyceMarch 10, 2014
    Probably my new favorite restaurant. Everything was delicious - especially the bacon doughnuts for dessert!
  • Roniel T.heart icon on user image
    Roniel TesslerFebruary 8, 2016
    I was shocked how delicious and affordable this restaurant was. Top 5 in BK. 😋 😋 😋 😋 😋
  • Markheart icon on user image
    MarkSeptember 11, 2015
    You might never know how much you love bacon doughnuts if you miss out on Traif. Brooklyn's best New American pick.
  • Devin P.heart icon on user image
    Devin ParkerMay 27, 2016
    Gnocchi and roasted cauliflower are wonderful and great options for vegetarians
  • Lucie M.heart icon on user image
    Lucie MartinJune 15, 2017
    Awesome place. Great and tasty food, great service, good music 👌
  • Dana D.
    Dana DFebruary 4, 2012
    Seasonal menu focused on pork and seafood goodness. And, yes, bacon doughnuts.
  • Hello K.
    Hello KittyApril 18, 2013
    Get the slider! The hazelnut dessert thingy was awesome! Wed night and it was still packed so make reservations!
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListDecember 20, 2011
    Setting: Small, upscale hipster appeal with great garden. Must-Haves: Sauteed Broccoli Rabe, Spot Prawns, Sweet Potato Fries Read more
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    TeddyJune 19, 2017
    Get the chef's selection! What a deal. (And very accommodating to pescatarians!)
  • Joshua J.heart icon on user image
    Joshua JohnDecember 8, 2013
    Bold and delicious menu - remember to save room for the Bacon Donuts with Coffee Ice Cream!
  • Annie T.
    Annie TNovember 17, 2010
    One of those menus where you can't go wrong. Ordered the autumn salad, glazed wings, strawberry ribs, pork belly, and bacon doughnuts. Each single dish was delish!
  • Cate
    CateApril 26, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Omg everything here is amazing, esp pork belly salad and snap pea salad. Lots of surprises. Margarita had secret licorice flavor, amazing, and I am not normally a licorice fan.
  • TableShare
    TableShareJuly 9, 2010
    While the patio might seem like the obvious seating choice, a seat at the counter in front of the open kitchen allows you to watch Jason work his magic. Also: BACON DOUGHNUTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read more
  • Lillycita
    LillycitaMay 10, 2013
    Had my wedding brunch here. Heather was a dream to plan with. Highly recommend for a special event :D
  • Whitney B.
    Whitney B.April 29, 2012
    it's been said before, but i'll say it again. BACON DONUTS. sliders and sweet potato fries are also as amazing as a lionel richie song.
  • Giorgia L.
    Giorgia LucciolaAugust 25, 2013
    Get the sliders and the bacon donuts. And sit at the bar, the staff there is awesome.
  • Corinna P.heart icon on user image
    Corinna PJune 6, 2012
    It's true about the bacon doughnuts. Also, everything is incredible. Especially the foie and the scallops.
  • Mingfei Y.
    Mingfei YanNovember 11, 2013
    Great tasting menu! 11 courses with only $45. Never miss out the bacon donut!
  • Luis F.
    Luis FernandezOctober 14, 2016
    Amazing food! great place! Not cheap though, so be prepared!
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhDecember 6, 2019
    Pork pork pork. They have bacon donuts!
  • Genevieve L.
    Genevieve LeeAugust 31, 2011
    Anything with pork in it was good. Some of the other meals not so hot, or had ingredients that didn't work well together. Overall a pretty good meal, and definitely get dessert there
  • David E.
    David EllisMarch 15, 2013
    If you can handle a chili-infused vodka, the Red Pearl is a must. Absolutely top cocktail.
  • David J.
    David JacksonJuly 30, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Top to bottom one of the strongest menus in the city. Great bartenders, too. If I had to pick one dish, I'd have to go with the broccoli rabe.
  • Daouna J.heart icon on user image
    Daouna JeongSeptember 28, 2014
    I loved everything i've tried so far
  • Matthewheart icon on user image
    MatthewJanuary 29, 2012
    Absolutely wonderful experience. Food and service were both top knotch. Recommend "The Costanza," but everything we had was tremendous.
  • Cate
    CateJuly 3, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    This is one of the most interesting restaurants in NYC. It is the culinary equivilent of the Future Perfect. It is amazing it hasn't been widely written up yet -- thank god.
  • Aldo G.heart icon on user image
    Aldo G MeloNovember 6, 2015
    Berkshire pork belly is delicious; accompany w roasted beets and you are set
  • Alex H.heart icon on user image
    Alex HamelSeptember 5, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the best and coolest tasting menus I've ever had
  • Matthew W.
    Matthew WitherowSeptember 22, 2010
    I wanted to eat everything! So amazing. For two people, get two or three from the top of the menu and one or two from the bottom...and dessert.
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