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Fatta Cuckoo

Fatta Cuckoo

(Now Closed)
American Restaurant$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
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  • Indulgent Eats
    Indulgent EatsJune 15, 2013
    Fried chicken is the biznizzz - 4 gloriously crispy, juicy, flavor loaded pieces. And the burrata with pistachio pesto is better than you'll find at many an Italian restaurant.
  • Branzino B.
    Branzino BandiniJune 13, 2012
    Chef worked at the Meatball Shop and the Breslin before coming to this tiny LES eatery. Fatta Cuckoo excels at serving simple-yet-decadent twists on brunch fare like egg sandwiches and French toast.
  • Dens
    DensJune 9, 2011
    Different types of mussels every night = awesome. Cocktails are a little hit or miss, but everything else on the menu is awesome. The chicken is one of the best dishes I've had downtown.
  • chi s.
    chi shiApril 28, 2013
    Kale caeser salad was tasty. And the short ribs were divine. Juicy and full of flavor. Definitely coming back for brunch and their desserts!
  • Emilie F.
    Emilie FuttermanJuly 13, 2014
    Great cocktails at brunch and a fun energy, but service was a bit scattered and brunch food was más o menos. Hot sauce was delish tho.
  • jenna c.
    jenna carpenterJune 15, 2012
    the table by the window is great for people watching. friendly staff, ever changing menu, stiff drinks. and desserts made by the chef's mom! double bonus.
  • Raj S.
    Raj S.April 14, 2012
    Get the Marty. The Adult Dude is also great. 3 cocktails with your brunch, and it's a Saturday. Not to mention that Marty is an awesome owner and host.
  • __TR3V
    __TR3VMarch 22, 2014
    "cozy" spot. Mac n cheese was nothing special. The grouper tacos were actually very good. I might come back if in the area but probably only for drinks
  • JnrlStr
    JnrlStrMay 28, 2012
    These guys are always changing things up making it interesting check out their chalkboard outside to see what they are doing tonight!
  • Kurt V.heart icon on user image
    Kurt VanderahApril 3, 2014
    Just a wonderful experience. If you're lucky enough to have Isabel serve you, go with her suggestions!
  • David H.
    David HuAugust 10, 2013
    The sangria is delicious during brunch but order quick cause they can run out. Also beware: cash only!
  • Irina
    IrinaApril 24, 2013
    Check out the Sunday Supper Club series. The next one, April 28th, focuses on molecular gastronomy techniques.
  • Natalia Q.
    Natalia QuinteroJanuary 15, 2012
    Try the chicken, its fantastic and deliciously comparable to le cirque's, dovetail's,and spago's, chicken. Must try.
  • Cody C.
    Cody CoatsJanuary 12, 2013
    Small portions. So plan on getting something afterwards. The potatoes on the brunch menu are SO delicious!
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneJanuary 27, 2013
    Sunday brunch-get 3 cocktails and 1 entree for $25. 'Fatta Scrambled'-eggs, guacomole and salad had fluffy eggs but small serving and no bread, $12. No soy milk here for coffee.
  • Peter B.
    Peter BoyceJanuary 15, 2012
    Start with the mussels or pork tacos. Then go straight for the chicken-- amazing.
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityMarch 9, 2011
    Local dining that doesn't take itself too seriously, after all, the name is Italian slang for "make crazy." What wont make you crazy? $8 cocktails. We knew you two would get along.
  • Matt D.
    Matt DuckorOctober 3, 2011
    Don't let the silly name and tiny chairs fool you: this is a meal worth eating. Check out the roast chicken.
  • Marcy R.
    Marcy RichardsonJune 15, 2012
    Try the Pastaless Pasta - Seriously amazing and fab cocktails too!
  • Kim M.
    Kim MarinMarch 24, 2013
    Delicious Sunday brunch. Taco blt with chipotle
  • NearSay NYC
    NearSay NYCJanuary 18, 2012
    Such a charming place. You must try the key lime pie. Divine!
  • Sahil F.
    Sahil FarooqiMay 4, 2011
    Just tried the Gorch Brothers - amazing spicy - summer tequila/mezcal drink. Well made :D
  • Jason S.heart icon on user image
    Jason SilvermanOctober 21, 2012
    Drunch Special on Sundays. Get yourself a Marty and don't look back.
  • doug j.
    doug jaegerAugust 30, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Great food and drinks is the spirit of this family run gem.
  • Kate F.
    Kate FurmanOctober 5, 2014
    There's only one chef so the wait can be long.
  • Peter B.
    Peter BoyceJanuary 15, 2012
    Have the Key Lime Pie and Corpse Reviver for dessert: unforgettable pairing.
  • Tim B.
    Tim BushJune 15, 2012
    Try the Pork Tenderloin - Pork Tenderloin. Pretty Epic!!
  • Gordon W.
    Gordon WilliamsJuly 20, 2013
    The a/c was broken which was brutal. Got "drunch". The Marty wasn't bad, the sangria is tiny, but overall the drinks are decent. Overall...affordable and not spectacular
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeJune 12, 2014
    I literally can't recommend a single dish....worst food I've paid for in NYC. The strawberry basil cocktail (with vodka) was the sole bright spot
  • Amy M.
    Amy MartinApril 12, 2013
    The burrata app is amazing
  • Naveen K.
    Naveen KabirDecember 29, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The short rib breakfast sandwich is scrumdiddlyumptious!
  • StyleLikeU
    StyleLikeUSeptember 20, 2011
    Try the crabcakes - they are the best in the city.
  • Chris T.
    Chris TinariMay 6, 2011
    Amazing food. Great drinks. Highly recommended!
  • ManNY F.
    ManNY FrescoFebruary 15, 2014
    Meter parking available right in front...
  • Humayun R.
    Humayun RashidMarch 16, 2013
    Service is really sloooow. I had to chase down the waitress for the check. Drink special for brunch may seem like a steal (3 X + entree =$25) but they were watered down. Small portioned subpar food.
  • BKbybike N.heart icon on user image
    BKbybike NYCMay 16, 2013
    Desserts were soooooo good!
  • Beth B.
    Beth BresnahanNovember 19, 2011
    Ask Marty to make you a Vesper. Delish!
  • Graham G.
    Graham GnallMarch 16, 2013
    Cocktail menu currency is clams. Nice.
  • Yon L.
    Yon LamJanuary 31, 2013
    The chicken dinner deal for $25 is rather skimpy :/ tasty but left me hungry
  • Danielle W.
    Danielle WalkerSeptember 21, 2014
    Hope you like your French toast burnt!
  • Dara P.
    Dara PollakJanuary 20, 2013
    Two words: Fried. Chicken.
  • doug j.
    doug jaegerMarch 9, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    All the drinks are great. try the 'corpse reviver'
  • Mary C.heart icon on user image
    Mary ClimentOctober 28, 2013
    No wonder I'm a Fatta Ass! Food so good!!!!
  • Nicole Y.
    Nicole YaleMay 19, 2013
    Britney Spears cocktails for Brunch
  • Tanya
    TanyaMay 9, 2013
    Short rib? Yes. FRIED CHICKEN? HELL YES!
  • Youngna P.
    Youngna ParkMarch 12, 2011
    Use the bathroom. The stencils are awesome.
  • Sharon K.
    Get the Marty!
  • Jess C.
    Jess COctober 14, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Eat the key lime pie.
  • Leonardo N.
    Leonardo NavarroJuly 14, 2012
    Bacon and eggs cocktail
  • Will M.
    Will McCutchenJanuary 22, 2012
    GET THE MARTY FOR BRUNCH
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