Chestnut
"As you step inside, a little bar, practically glowing like a crackling fire, welcomes you like an old friend," wrote Eric Asimov for the New York Times back in 2004. Now, this Michelin-starred spot has expanded into the space next door to open a slightly larger bar. (Take a peek inside after the jump).
Food remains the focus in the restaurant space. New York magazine's David S. Hirschman writes: "Seasonal menus are prepared with a minimalist bent, without much garnish or fuss, and include Old-World-informed savory small plates, like salt cod brandade with crostini, and substantial main courses, like hangar steak, pork chops, and skate meuniere, each plated with a well-thought-out medley of sides." And Time Out New York adds, "Moist roasted chicken, scattered with wild mushrooms and strips of lemon peel, has a perfect partner in cushiony polenta, and meaty duck matches deliciously with earthy baked beans and bitter braised celery root."
To get more bang for your buck, Chesnut's prix fixe special on Tuesdays and Wednesdays includes 3 courses from the regular menu for $30. What are your thoughts on this place?
Reviews (7)
sebb wrote a review on October 13, 2008 12:17 PM
The food here is what it is all about. very very good.
jwald wrote a review on October 13, 2008 12:38 PM
Their prix fixe during the weekdays is a phenomenal deal considering all of the dishes are tasty. The pork chop entree is delicious and their oatmeal pancakes are good for brunch. Service is always very good.
i disagree wrote a review on October 13, 2008 1:22 PM
i love this place. great food (comfortable with an edge), good wines, and an ambience that strikes exactly the right balance between neighborhoody and upscale. the prix fixe is one of the best deals in the neighborhood, if not all of brooklyn.
BH76 wrote a review on October 13, 2008 1:22 PM
Good -- but always disappointing. Nothing is ever great and the service is often spotty.
chrishavens wrote a review on October 13, 2008 2:40 PM
One of the best five or six restaurants in downtown area, easily. Creative, straightforward, good wines, friendly.
Glad the are growing. Hope they don't change too much!
carrollgardensjen wrote a review on October 13, 2008 6:46 PM
One of my favorite places in the fall!! I can't wait for the churros to come back!
brownie77 wrote a review on November 10, 2008 10:59 AM
I went there about 2 weeks ago on a Sunday for brunch. We were 4 people. I had the Huevos Rancheros and I can say that tese were the WORST Huevos Rancheros I've had in my life. My friends ordered different items that they were all very bad.
The food was just really bad. For me, its a complete turn-off ... sorry. Ambience was OK overall. But please, get a new chef !
Essential Info
Chestnut
- Address:
- 271 Smith Street
- Phone:
- (718) 243-0049
- Nabe:
- Carroll Gardens
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
- Median Entree:
- $19
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