Colonie
American Restaurant$$$$
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
The experts at The New York Times and Gothamist recommend this place
"Brussels sprouts (when in season) and sticky date cake are great."(14 Tips)"Killer brunch, the duck hash is the most popular item for a reason."(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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Kushal DaveDecember 18, 2019If they have the carrots with chili, ricotta salata, pepitas, cilantro, coriander and balsalmic, get it! Mind blowing.
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.
Danielle PurslowMarch 26, 2018New favorite brunch spot. Turkish eggs and monkey bread are delicious.
jacqueline gJanuary 15, 2018The sunchokes and Sweet potatoes are among the best veggie dishes I’ve had. Also a big fan of the coolhand cuke cocktail- $1 oysters from 4pm to 7pm, plus amazing cocktails and killer burgers. menu is full of yummy small dishes, too.
I love this place. Easily the best restaurant in the Hts. Cool hand cuke, duck rilette, spaghetti squash, la Crotta Pinot. Palette heaven.
Daniel AllardJune 25, 2018The foods as good as all the other reviews say about it! And awesome service, ambience and mocktails too!
Liz CohenJuly 21, 2013Order the pork chop entree with couscous. Cooked perfectly, juicy, flavorful, just right. Also the ricotta, mint and honey crostini.
Ariel DavisJune 3, 2012Amazing food! Great vibe. The scallops with carrots in some kind of purée were heavenly. The cool hand cuke cocktail is my favorite cocktail ever. So refreshing!
Great restaurant! Living wall is so cool and open kitchen is mesmerizing! Try the spaghetti squash! Great selection of oysters!! We'll be back again and again...
Amber GardnerDecember 6, 2011Colonie is amazing from start to finish! I didn't even realize I liked beets until I had them at Colonie. Everything is so fresh and flavorful. A must visit!
The place does get crowded. I made the mistake of asking about the status of my table after 45min and got YELLED at by one of the owners (Max?). Too bad, it's around the corner and food is delicious.
The New York TimesMay 3, 2011Have 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
Doesn't matter what you get for dinner, it's all good... Just make sure and get the sticky date cake for dessert.
Damola AbiolaNovember 19, 2012Some of the brunch dishes, like the poached egg and salad thing, are tiny. Like, appetizer-tiny. If you're hungry definitely ask about portion sizes before u order. Good food tho.- william robinsonMay 19, 2021every single thing i’ve had has been great. i’ve been ~10 times over the past couple years and it never disappoints.
Tessa BillJanuary 14, 2018Monkey bread is amazing! Great spot to sit at the bar and enjoy a fabulous brunch.- Connie WilliamsOctober 1, 2016Love that they cleverly use everything, very little waste for delicious food. Great drinks, too.
Emily KolodnerAugust 11, 2014Fun twists on classic dishes, great cocktails, cool space. Great for brunch or dinner, but don't expect a bargain.
Iris BasicJanuary 17, 2013Amazing food and service! The crostinis and seabass were pure perfection and we got to sample desserts for free. Great staff!!!
Savannah PetrickMay 19, 2016get the blazing saddles to drink and the gemelli with ricotta, peas, basil, nettles, & pecan pesto to eat
Rob HoliberJune 15, 2013Anything with peas. They are fresh and crunchy. Simple ingredients. Also get the baby lettuces with buttermilk and herbs.- BasakApril 1, 2015Start with some roasted fig and ricotta. Try their fish specials. If you like refreshing citrus drinks, get the cool hand cuke.
Shrutika SachdevJuly 29, 2012Small decor details make this simple place special. Duck Hash and Asparagus and gruyere scramble with sticky date cake for dessert! All very good but the ice-cream with the cake was way too salty.
MidgeMadge DSeptember 4, 2011Just wow. Might be my new favorite Brooklyn joint. Standouts: The hanger steak, the heirloom tomato salad, sweet corn, egg salad and ricotta crostini.
Eric JaffeDecember 22, 2019Best restaurant in nyc? Lamb belly, octopus, creste rigate, warm doughnuts. All A+
eric bornemannJuly 22, 2020Solid place for dinner on Atlantic. Food isn’t remarkable but is well done and nice atmosphere.
get the shrimp and grits with an egg. also ask for a side of siracha to go with it. perfection.- I personally don't think French toast is the time or place to get creative with your toppings.... You'll have to ask for butter and syrup.
Ben WymerDecember 21, 2013Sit facing the open kitchen if you can and have a Bloody Mary at brunch. Spicy and not too thick.
This Burger. Get it even if it's not "on the menu" today. Just wow.
Alexander LeedsJanuary 15, 2014For ambiance and standard fare, best spot in the area for Sunday brunch, despite lots of competition.
Steff HindOctober 28, 2014Amazing brunch! Scrambled eggs are delish and you can get filled doughnuts.. #brunchpudding
Mell PerlingSeptember 1, 2014Shrimp and grits are excellent. Leek and mushroom scramble was ok, but similar dishes are done better elsewhere in the neighborhood- This place is amazing for brunch. The duck hash (with egg) and the biscuit benedict are very good. Coffee is ok
ChristinaDecember 14, 2015The ricotta crostini & fresh doughnuts w/ caramel custard were both incredible.
Menu changes daily so I can't tell you what to order, but I'm pretty positive you'll leave here happy. Great staff, great food, great ambience.
Pat McCoolSeptember 29, 2012Try and sit at the kitchen counter in back - it's much more entertaining and you will appreciate the craft more!
Hannah DNovember 18, 2011Garlic soup, egg salad crostini and duck breast were the best of a few items. The Loire chenin-blanc paired well with the crostini
Ben GoldOctober 12, 2013They will literally juice anything, which is awesome because both times I've been here I've forgotten my ID.- Chad HornerSeptember 17, 2018everything on the menu is delicious, surely you could not order wrong here
Great addition to the neighborhood. Michelle at the bar is a pro. Nice set up, great service an food. Check it out!
V RDecember 16, 2015Black pasta was great. Also loved the custard-like desert with dried blueberries.
Isa SierraOctober 25, 2017Delicious brunch. But we were stuck at the end of the room and the staff could not really see us. The coffee could be better.
Great service. Sit at the bar in the back, order the fish.
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- 5:30 PM–1:00 AM
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- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
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- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(718) 855-7500
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Yes
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
No
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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