Krescendo

Krescendo

(Now Closed)
Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant$$$$
Boerum Hill, Brooklyn
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  • Behrad Eats
    Behrad EatsMarch 4, 2013
    The Californication pizza is so delicious with the combination of arugula, goat cheese and prociutto. The heat from the padron peppers just takes this pizza to another level!
  • Behrad Eats
    Behrad EatsMarch 4, 2013
    The arancini con pesto di prezzemolo is just an amazing appetizer: saffron riceballs cooked perfectly with a great crunch and complimentes with the wonderful pesto.
  • Behrad Eats
    Behrad EatsMarch 4, 2013
    It's no surprise the Finocchio Flower Power pizza won the world pizza championship, its probably one of the best pizzas I've tasted. The fennel sausage is abaolutely superb!
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListNovember 12, 2012
    They have a few secret weapons, like two pizza ovens (a Neapolitan one and an electric-deck number for Sicilian and “classic Italian” styles), cocktails by former Bourbon & Branch bartender Read more
  • Claudia S.
    Claudia SchumacherDecember 7, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    you really wanna have the Californication, is so good that it made me wanna eat 3 if I could. Cocktails are fantastic, try the Derringer, Eva Peron and the Mela Amara. Desserts are on my next visit.
  • Amber R.
    Amber R.November 11, 2012
    Popped in for dinner and tried a couple apps, salad, pizza and dessert. Really enjoyed the rice balls and the potato pizza! Service was lacking but it just opened so will let that slide this time.
  • Iaitina P.
    Iaitina PastinaDecember 16, 2012
    DON'T LISTEN TO THE YELPERS . The food here so so yummy everyone goes for the pizza which is great, but try the pasta's which are even better! and of course the drinks. Moses is a real hottie!
  • Anna B.
    Anna BristowJanuary 26, 2013
    They can make any of their pizzas gluten-free: the Californication was fantastic. Also get the sparkling red wine and the tartufo (which can be made gluten-free as well).
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    ReALTOFebruary 1, 2013
    The restaurant fills up after 7 so come early or be prepared to wait a little. The bartenders are quite friendly and the drinks are thoughtful and delicious!!
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsFebruary 20, 2013
    For pizza, we recommend the Finocchio Flower Power ($16). Desserts like the Cannolo and Tartufo are definite winners.
  • Sophia L.
    Sophia LinApril 1, 2013
    Finocchio Flower Power pizza is indeed fantastic. The tartufo is delicious and the bartenders make some fantastic drinks - we had a lovely time.
  • Jason F.
    Jason FryMarch 10, 2014
    Great food and super-nice folks. Loved the rice balls, garlic knots and of course the pizza. Worth the trip wherever you are.
  • Stacey H.
    Stacey HerronFebruary 16, 2013
    Pro: They gave our toddler a chunk of raw pizza dough to play with while we waited (nice touch). Con: The pizzas took a loonnnng time to arrive. Tasty pies, for sure, but not the pizza of dreams.
  • Rusty W.heart icon on user image
    Rusty WatkinsJanuary 4, 2013
    Sit near the pizza oven for some added warmth. Don't be afraid to chat up Chef Falkner if she's not crazy busy. She's very nice
  • Donny T.
    Donny TsangDecember 29, 2012
    Don't bother getting the Olive Fritte since they start you off with a plate of free olives. Winners, Finocchio Flower Power and the Bianca pizzas.
  • Compass
    CompassApril 21, 2014
    Elizabeth Falkner’s wood-burning pizza place serves classic pies, pasta dishes, and Italian desserts.
  • Rob E.heart icon on user image
    Rob E.January 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Being that this is Elizabeth Falkner's restaurant, be sure to get dessert. The tartufo is absolutely amazing.
  • Jason P.
    Jason PaulDecember 14, 2013
    The Bianca pizza was so good. Ingredients perfectly paired in a delicious thin crust.
  • Lisa H.
    Lisa Huey-ColeMarch 31, 2013
    Switching from pastry to pizza, Elizabeth Faulkner opened in summer of 2012. Her Finocchio Flower Power Pizza won first prize at the World Pizza Championships.
  • Corrine B.heart icon on user image
    Corrine BrownDecember 29, 2012
    The Rosa Nera is amazing. Rosemary infused vodka, all you need to know.
  • Gradie O.
    Gradie OakesFebruary 28, 2013
    With everyone on the Flower Power pizza, the cavalo nero salad is great, and Six Point Crisp is $4 which is basically PBR priced.
  • Adam S.heart icon on user image
    Adam SimonFebruary 3, 2013
    Check that they've got sufficient supplies before you wait: after more than an hot waiting, they RAN OUT IF PIZZA DOUGH. What. Yes. Exactly.
  • Conlittlejohnheart icon on user image
    ConlittlejohnJune 16, 2014
    Brilliant pizza and superb service, unbeaten combo!
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannMarch 3, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Had great fennel and sausage pizza plus killer old fashioned.
  • jake f.
    jake furstJanuary 23, 2013
    Pete Wells raves about the Finocchio Flower Power pizza, "an essay on the theme of fennel."
  • Matt B.
    Matt BoggieDecember 2, 2012
    Gianduja tartufo is *amazing*. Definitely leave room for dessert.
  • Nicholas M.
    Nicholas MelvinMarch 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They need a lot of help on their carry out services. Can't call ahead and usually no bags. That said, food is tasty.
  • Jessi P.
    Jessi PDecember 29, 2012
    Try the special pizza of the day!
  • Nick G.heart icon on user image
    Nick GorczynskiJanuary 12, 2013
    Spaghetti with pomodoro is stunningly fresh.
  • Akshay P.heart icon on user image
    Akshay PatilJuly 29, 2013
    Don't miss out on the awesome kale salad.
  • Amanda K.
    Amanda KaoMarch 30, 2013
    Excellent pizza - forgo the pasta!
  • Brad L.
    Brad LFebruary 4, 2013
    After moving to NYC from San Francisco in 2012, chef Elizabeth Falkner opened this Brooklyn pizza shop.
  • Sarah F.
    Sarah FirsheinJanuary 30, 2013
    Pizza's solid, service is hilariously bad, but all that's forgiven by the gianduja tartufo to cap off the meal.
  • Danheart icon on user image
    DanJune 15, 2013
    $12 Margherita and beer. Delicious!
  • Foodie F.
    Foodie FreekDecember 3, 2012
    This place is freekin' amazin'!! I got a strange look when I ate my dinner backwards: Tartufo, Californication, Riceballs
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsSeptember 3, 2014
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  • Iversen
    IversenMarch 22, 2013
    Come to New York to eat pizza from SF
  • Brad L.
    Brad LFebruary 8, 2013
    Chef Elizabeth Falkner was featured at Cochon 555 2013 in New York City.
  • REP
    REPJanuary 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    No more inexpensive wine!
  • Lockhart S.
    Lockhart SteeleApril 7, 2013
    The Cure is The Truth.
  • REP
    REPMarch 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    No reservations now. Not worth 30+ min wait.
  • Jason S.
    Jason SpitalnickDecember 2, 2012
    Incredible fritto misto.
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