Brick Cafe

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3095 33rd St
Astoria, NY 11102

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(718) 267-2735
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Best

My wife and I really enjoyed the homemade pasta and love to order their daily fish specials....Wine selection is fabulous as well as their beer selection....Always has a good vibe...

Worst

We went for appetizers and dessert a few months ago. The drinks were good & the apps were great. For dessert, we ordered the ""Chocolate Bomb."" It sounded good, but when we go...

Best in Astoria, a great city restaurant! 11/19/2005

I'm not sure what some of the recent reviewers were expecting - you want salty food at any restuarant, then sorry, you're probably gonna have to add salt! My wife and I eat here pretty often - it's just down the street, and we're glad to have such a great place so near us. They've got some of the best french toast you'll ever eat for Sunday brunch, and while their dinner menu hasn't changed much in the past few years, their food is reliable and they I always find something new in their chicken or fish specials, which are usually prepared with a red or white wine-based sauce. Everyone I've ever taken here has been impressed, and this in a neighborhood known for great European food. I've not even been to many places in Manhattan better than the Brick Cafe, especially not in this price range. Pros: ambience, deep, flavorful food Cons: fairly static menu more
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What a disapointment! 11/18/2005

I moved in the Area Several months ago, and could not wait to dine at this restaurant. What a disappointment. I went there with a party of 5. Each dish ordered (all different) was worse than the other. What a mistake! never Again. more
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nice place, bad food 11/10/2005

I don't understand all these good reviews. Maybe it was a new chef, but the food was very mediocre. I never put salt on my food (especially at restaurants) but I used it here. I noticed other people at other tables doing it as well. I had chicken francese and I think they forgot to add the lemon. Out of our party of 3 no ones food was terribly good. The ambiance was very nice though, but you want more out of a restaurant than that. Pros: food, price Cons: decor more
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Another must try 11/8/2005

I have no idea what the last reviewer was talking about, I do know why it has such a high rating. The food is good, the service is not bad at all, they are always packed, and everytime I went had no complaints. So trust me, it is worth trying, you will be happy, and you will return. more
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Not as great as reviewed 8/25/2005

I dont know how it has such a high rating. The food is nothing stupendous, and the service is way below par. Who has ever been to a restaurant that takes your cake to refridgerate it and then refuses to serve your cake after your meal? Not to mention a $400 tab. Will never return again. There are MUCH better restaurants everywhere. Pros: Ambiance Cons: Expensive, Poor Service, Not enough space more
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I liked it! 8/23/2005

Aesthetically it's lovely. The waitress came to our table once for our order, but then we were tended to by who I thought was the hostess. That's okay, but it's hard to judge what tip to leave since we didn't know who it's going to. The food's a wee bit overpriced, but not outrageous. I ordered the Brick salad which was delicious, but I'm not really picky. My husband ordered a hamburger which he loved, and he's picky! The ambiance was relaxing and romantic that I did not want to leave. Excellent for a date. I wouldn't say it would be good for a large group; it's not a big place. The menu is not for the buffalo-wings-for-appetizers type, but I'm sure they'd certainly find something to order. It was pleasantly crowded. We were seated right away, but it was after normal dinner hours. I would absolutely go again. Pros: friendly staff, ambiance, good food Cons: staff organization, a bit pricey, odd menu more
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Soooo Good!!! 8/11/2005

I have not once been disappointed by Brick. The service is wonderful, the food is delicious everytime. I usually order the specials but if not there are at least 5 great dishes that I would choose from any given night. The best SOUP I've EVER tasted anywhere. You must go!!! Pros: Food, Service, Value more
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Local Flavor 8/6/2005

If you want Manhattan, stay in Manhattan; this is a great local place with a pretty good wine list and a very talented chef. I don't know that I have ever been disappointed by the standard menu or the specials. If there is a wait, try the lounge area next door. Service can be a bit sketchy and this is not cheap eats, but overall Brick is definitely one of my favorites. more
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Manhattan in Astoria 7/25/2005

If you don't feel like a trek into Manhattan, stay in Astoria and go to Brick. It's a great date place - the food is good but expensive. The atmosphere is romantic. But the service is slow and confusing. And, every time I've walked by, they had a 20-minute waiting list. If I wanted to wait, I'd go into the city and eat at Balthazar's. Pros: Romantic, Good food Cons: Expensive, Crowded, Weird service more
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User review by iseut 6/21/2005

Good food! Not too fat, no deep fried... is it NY? The food is delicious, healthy, fresh! more
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One of my favorites! 5/10/2005

Even if Brick wasn't right down the street from me, I'd travel out to Astoria for it! The food really is amazing (and quite unlike anything else in the neighborhood) by any standards, and the ambiance and staff are perfect. I've been to Brick a million times and have never once been disappointed. The penne a la vodka and the chocolate souffle are the best!!! Pros: FOOD, ambiance, staff Cons: a little pricey, limited vegetarian more
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well done! 5/3/2005

I normally don't take time to do this kind of thing but after going to Brick I felt I wanted to let them know about my experience. From the minute we walked in to the moment we left it was a great experience. The feel of the place is just perfect-homey, comfortable and relaxing. I tasted several things from the menu b/c there was 6 of us and one thing was better than the next. There were also some pleasantly different things on the menu-foods I'm not used to seeing in Astoria, let alone the US. Whatever your doing please keep it up 'cause I'm definetly coming back. Pros: food, staff, ambience Cons: no smoking more
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ZZZZZzzzzzz........ 3/21/2005

I finally came out to this place from Manhattan..... I should have stayed in Manahattan. Loved the decor of the place, however I was waiting for a waitress for about 10 min. Drinks were OK, nothing to rave too much about. A nice crowd was present, and good for a private date more
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Bravo Brick Cafe 3/17/2005

Recently had bridal shower for my sister at Brick Cafe. Great food, cozy space and excellent service. I looked at many other places- this by far was a perfect choice. Looking forward to coming back-keep up the good work. Pros: food, decor, price more
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Wish the food measured up to everything else.... 3/6/2005

This is a great place to unwind or meet up with friends for drinks in their rear cafe. But their food leaves much to be desired. Everything is smothered in heavy, greasy cheese and oilso much so that you can't taste the food. There's very little on their menu if you're trying to avoid cheese and oil - not many grilled entrees at all. Food can still be prepared creatively and tastefully without being heavy, greasy and salty. You can't even get a simple mixed green or veggie salad. It's also overpriced for the area - at $80 for 2 at dinner, I can do better at many places in the city. Too badthe service and the ambience are wonderful, but they need some new talent in the kitchen. Pros: attractive setting, good service Cons: terrible food, overpriced more
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The BEST place in Astoria 2/27/2005

This is ""no questions asked"" the best place in Astoria. I was reading some of these rewievs and i don't even know what are you talking about. At least 10 times went there and every single time is the same - Exelent- fod and service. I took my perents last week and i got few phone calls over the weekend, they want to come again to "" the their new spot"". All the best to BRICK CAFE... GREAT JOB .... Pros: Food, Service, Decor Cons: Parking more
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dinner 1/19/2005

i love this place for dinner... they have a very nice menu and the service is very good they take care of you when your there.... you should try it Pros: the mirror more
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yuk! 11/30/2004

My bf lives on the same block so we have plenty of chances to go there but we never go after 3 visits. Yes, their decor is very warming and trendy but their food is worse than any diner food i've had. They make it look 'trendy' by decorating the plates but fish dish was dry and so was the meat. We also tried their brunch too but what a disaster. Go here if you want some drinks(their wine menu is ok) and some good time with friends but otherwise, cook at home. Pros: charming, wine Cons: , food, food more
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don't be fooled 10/20/2004

The ambiance here is wonderful, which is why its such a shame the food drastically fails to live up to it. I've eaten there twice - dinner was overcooked and boring grilled shrimp and bland pasta. For two, with wine and dessert, this came to $90. Brunch was a greasy omellete and a passable frittata. The food is simply not good - the chef seems to trying to experiment but doesn't have the skills to back it up. This is a modest neighborhood restaurant trying to be something more than it is, and charging its customers way more than it should for the attempt. Pros: nice, mellow space Cons: , ridiculous prices more
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Goin' back 9/29/2004

Wineturtle has only snacked so its back to try the grub. Wine has had C-Tails at the bar(SUPRISE!!!) and was happy. B-tender actually can use Boston Shaker in the correct way,rare for new breed of ""drink Chefs"" . Glasswine was hit or miss but found something or two on the list . Priced equal to the area. Played Bargames with people at the bar and used the stick matches to do those ""move thh match to make.....games ""Until 3ish A.M. closetime and was not alone .... Reminds Wineturtle of G-Village in the 60's lot of trendy people not knowing that they are trendy...Mayor Mike this place needs indoor smoking to complete the vibe.. will talk on food soon.......... Pros: owner operated, glasswine, late hours more
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Editorial

  • Rustic European-style restaurant serves Italian and French cuisine to romancing couples, while groups of friends hit the attached cozy bar.

  • 4/29/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Monday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Payments: Discover, Visa, American Express, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Astoria
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