Dumbo Restaurants
Overall Top Rated Restaurants
River Cafe
Overall
3.77
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $98 for 3-course tasting
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
"It’s routinely dismissed as a place for tourists wanting a room with a view. But when was the last time you tried it? ... the panorama from under the Brooklyn Bridge produces a blasé-busting, hyperventilating rush of civic pride," writes Hal Rubenstein for New York magazine. "Many people consider the River Café to be the best restaurant in Brooklyn, and it is probably the... Read More >
Superfine
Overall
3.61
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $16
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean, American, Brunch Spot
"If ever New York has you feeling claustrophobic in tiny bars and restaurants, might I recommend this spacious, likely former warehouse in DUMBO... with huge and colorful abstract art, and long strands of blue bulbs and giant paper lanterns hanging from the barn-high ceilings," writes Foodeffect. And Time Out New York says "All three owners are long-term locals, and many residents were enthusiastic helpers... Read More >
Five Front
Overall
3.02
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $17
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
In a thread about good eats near the Brooklyn Bridge, Chowhound cmoore618 recommends Five Front: "Expect well prepared comfort food (think crab cakes, PEI mussels, goat cheese gnocchi) in a lovely setting." The Village Voice digs this place, too: "The lush and perfectly dressed salads—one featuring endive, baby arugula, walnuts, red grapes, and blue cheese—impressed us, but one of the highlights of the evening... Read More >
Grimaldi's
Overall
2.6
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $7 (half a large pizza)
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
Grimaldi's litany of rules — no reservations, no slices, no delivery, and no credit cards — don't discourage customers from forming long lines in front of this pizzeria every day. Citysearch's Dan McAlvanah describes the scene once you get inside: "Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice... Read More >
Top Food Rated Restaurants This Month
River Cafe
Overall
3.77
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $98 for 3-course tasting
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
"It’s routinely dismissed as a place for tourists wanting a room with a view. But when was the last time you tried it? ... the panorama from under the Brooklyn Bridge produces a blasé-busting, hyperventilating rush of civic pride," writes Hal Rubenstein for New York magazine. "Many people consider the River Café to be the best restaurant in Brooklyn, and it is probably the... Read More >
Superfine
Overall
3.61
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $16
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean, American, Brunch Spot
"If ever New York has you feeling claustrophobic in tiny bars and restaurants, might I recommend this spacious, likely former warehouse in DUMBO... with huge and colorful abstract art, and long strands of blue bulbs and giant paper lanterns hanging from the barn-high ceilings," writes Foodeffect. And Time Out New York says "All three owners are long-term locals, and many residents were enthusiastic helpers... Read More >
Grimaldi's
Overall
2.6
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $7 (half a large pizza)
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
Grimaldi's litany of rules — no reservations, no slices, no delivery, and no credit cards — don't discourage customers from forming long lines in front of this pizzeria every day. Citysearch's Dan McAlvanah describes the scene once you get inside: "Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice... Read More >
Five Front
Overall
3.02
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $17
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
In a thread about good eats near the Brooklyn Bridge, Chowhound cmoore618 recommends Five Front: "Expect well prepared comfort food (think crab cakes, PEI mussels, goat cheese gnocchi) in a lovely setting." The Village Voice digs this place, too: "The lush and perfectly dressed salads—one featuring endive, baby arugula, walnuts, red grapes, and blue cheese—impressed us, but one of the highlights of the evening... Read More >
Top Service Rated Restaurants This Month
River Cafe
Overall
3.77
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $98 for 3-course tasting
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
"It’s routinely dismissed as a place for tourists wanting a room with a view. But when was the last time you tried it? ... the panorama from under the Brooklyn Bridge produces a blasé-busting, hyperventilating rush of civic pride," writes Hal Rubenstein for New York magazine. "Many people consider the River Café to be the best restaurant in Brooklyn, and it is probably the... Read More >
Superfine
Overall
3.61
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $16
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean, American, Brunch Spot
"If ever New York has you feeling claustrophobic in tiny bars and restaurants, might I recommend this spacious, likely former warehouse in DUMBO... with huge and colorful abstract art, and long strands of blue bulbs and giant paper lanterns hanging from the barn-high ceilings," writes Foodeffect. And Time Out New York says "All three owners are long-term locals, and many residents were enthusiastic helpers... Read More >
Five Front
Overall
3.02
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $17
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
In a thread about good eats near the Brooklyn Bridge, Chowhound cmoore618 recommends Five Front: "Expect well prepared comfort food (think crab cakes, PEI mussels, goat cheese gnocchi) in a lovely setting." The Village Voice digs this place, too: "The lush and perfectly dressed salads—one featuring endive, baby arugula, walnuts, red grapes, and blue cheese—impressed us, but one of the highlights of the evening... Read More >
Grimaldi's
Overall
2.6
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $7 (half a large pizza)
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
Grimaldi's litany of rules — no reservations, no slices, no delivery, and no credit cards — don't discourage customers from forming long lines in front of this pizzeria every day. Citysearch's Dan McAlvanah describes the scene once you get inside: "Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice... Read More >
Top Rated Ambience Restaurants This Month
River Cafe
Overall
3.77
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $98 for 3-course tasting
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
"It’s routinely dismissed as a place for tourists wanting a room with a view. But when was the last time you tried it? ... the panorama from under the Brooklyn Bridge produces a blasé-busting, hyperventilating rush of civic pride," writes Hal Rubenstein for New York magazine. "Many people consider the River Café to be the best restaurant in Brooklyn, and it is probably the... Read More >
Superfine
Overall
3.61
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $16
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean, American, Brunch Spot
"If ever New York has you feeling claustrophobic in tiny bars and restaurants, might I recommend this spacious, likely former warehouse in DUMBO... with huge and colorful abstract art, and long strands of blue bulbs and giant paper lanterns hanging from the barn-high ceilings," writes Foodeffect. And Time Out New York says "All three owners are long-term locals, and many residents were enthusiastic helpers... Read More >
Five Front
Overall
3.02
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $17
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
In a thread about good eats near the Brooklyn Bridge, Chowhound cmoore618 recommends Five Front: "Expect well prepared comfort food (think crab cakes, PEI mussels, goat cheese gnocchi) in a lovely setting." The Village Voice digs this place, too: "The lush and perfectly dressed salads—one featuring endive, baby arugula, walnuts, red grapes, and blue cheese—impressed us, but one of the highlights of the evening... Read More >
Grimaldi's
Overall
2.6
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $7 (half a large pizza)
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
Grimaldi's litany of rules — no reservations, no slices, no delivery, and no credit cards — don't discourage customers from forming long lines in front of this pizzeria every day. Citysearch's Dan McAlvanah describes the scene once you get inside: "Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice... Read More >
Top Rated Value Restaurants This Month
Superfine
Overall
3.61
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $16
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean, American, Brunch Spot
"If ever New York has you feeling claustrophobic in tiny bars and restaurants, might I recommend this spacious, likely former warehouse in DUMBO... with huge and colorful abstract art, and long strands of blue bulbs and giant paper lanterns hanging from the barn-high ceilings," writes Foodeffect. And Time Out New York says "All three owners are long-term locals, and many residents were enthusiastic helpers... Read More >
Grimaldi's
Overall
2.6
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $7 (half a large pizza)
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
Grimaldi's litany of rules — no reservations, no slices, no delivery, and no credit cards — don't discourage customers from forming long lines in front of this pizzeria every day. Citysearch's Dan McAlvanah describes the scene once you get inside: "Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice... Read More >
River Cafe
Overall
3.77
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $98 for 3-course tasting
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
"It’s routinely dismissed as a place for tourists wanting a room with a view. But when was the last time you tried it? ... the panorama from under the Brooklyn Bridge produces a blasé-busting, hyperventilating rush of civic pride," writes Hal Rubenstein for New York magazine. "Many people consider the River Café to be the best restaurant in Brooklyn, and it is probably the... Read More >
Five Front
Overall
3.02
- Nabe:
- Dumbo
- Median Entree:
- $17
- Cuisine:
- American, Brunch Spot
In a thread about good eats near the Brooklyn Bridge, Chowhound cmoore618 recommends Five Front: "Expect well prepared comfort food (think crab cakes, PEI mussels, goat cheese gnocchi) in a lovely setting." The Village Voice digs this place, too: "The lush and perfectly dressed salads—one featuring endive, baby arugula, walnuts, red grapes, and blue cheese—impressed us, but one of the highlights of the evening... Read More >
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