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Walter's

Walter's

New American Restaurant$$$$
Fort Greene, Brooklyn
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    This New American restaurant is famous for their Southern food. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Tarah F.
    "The fried chicken and waffles are amazing."(6 Tips)
    Mike M.
    "Try the oysters, duck buns, beet salad and brussels with apples."(17 Tips)
    David B.
    "Get the fried chicken or the beef French dip"(6 Tips)
    Experiences
    "Newbie offshoot of Walter Foods on Grand in B'burg."(3 Tips)
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  • Josue E.heart icon on user image
    Josue EvillaSeptember 29, 2016
    I'd just like to move in here, but they won't let me. I love everything on the menu. The Fried Chicken and Artichoke Dip are my faves, but their healthier stuff is also delicious. Great cocktails too.
  • Melissa Y.heart icon on user image
    Melissa YuAugust 8, 2015
    Love the vibes at Walter's. Fried catfish was very well-seasoned, oysters were perfect and great cocktail menu. We also were treated to a complementary slice of lemon pie. Excellent service.
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    JeanMarch 19, 2017
    Great brunch spot in the Fort Green Area. The hostess was so kind &gave me a complimentary mimosa while I waited for my party.The food was fresh and tasty, and the service was prompt, and attentive.
  • Andrea
    AndreaFebruary 21, 2012
    Excellent raw bar, salads are huge and filling, deviled eggs with sirachi--yum, and the seafood stew --They need to make it with a seafood broth. rare burger no good. Needs improvement. Good drinks
  • Brad K.heart icon on user image
    Brad KleinAugust 7, 2019
    Great summer wknight dinner. Mac&chz was bit tangy-er than standard, but tasty! Fried chix was great, garlic mashed potatoes STELLAR. French Dip v. tasty, fries 👌. Only complaint = svc was tad slow.
  • Tarah F.heart icon on user image
    Tarah FeinbergMay 25, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The fried chicken and waffles are amazing. Love the seasoning, the chicken is moist, the waffles are fluffy and I like the choice of sweet or savory sauces.
  • Mike W.heart icon on user image
    Mike WoodsMarch 25, 2014
    The pork chops are cooked perfectly and are paired with jalapeño grits that will melt the moment you taste it! The ambiance is dope...soul music on rotation the whole time...repeat!
  • Lisa
    LisaJune 15, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Chicken & waffles+Sunday brunch= bliss!! Perfectly seasoned & cooked to perfection. Pair it with a Bloody Mary or champagne. Leave room for their desserts. Worth every penny.
  • Simon A.heart icon on user image
    Simon AbramsOctober 19, 2018
    Fried chicken and waffles are exceptional. Consider getting a side of bacon - it's not necessary, and might even be a bit overindulgent, but it's worth at least thinking about.
  • Brandvirtuoso A.
    Cucumber, mint lemonade...yum, add gin and your in heaven. Catfish sandwich delicious. Chicken and waffles - chicken juicy but waffle abit doughy... And yes the fries are that good!!'n
  • Mar S.heart icon on user image
    Mar SalOctober 5, 2013
    Yummy burger. Heard the chicken and waffles are awesome but only available for brunch. Drinks: Bramble was good. Hemingway daquari is okay. Opt for the Singapore sling! Wings are sweet and very spicy!
  • Royce W.
    Royce WynnFebruary 9, 2016
    Food was so good. The salad was delicious and I had the steak, which was cooked perfectly. Would recommend this place to anybody. But know you're gonna spend.
  • Fodor's Travel
    Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015
    Come for a heartu repast courtesy of Walter's raw bar, satisfying main dishes (the fried chicken with garlic mashed potatoes is a consistent winner), and market-fresh veggie sides. Read more
  • Ryan W.
    Ryan WilliamsNovember 14, 2012
    "This handsome Fort Greene neighborhood spot surprises with the variety and quality of its raw-bar selections. Platters include The Whitman ($45), which includes East Coast oysters, little neck..." Read more
  • Michael A.heart icon on user image
    Michael AnthonySeptember 18, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Secret tip-best ribs in NYC. Best items: ribs, fries, octopus, garganelli, steak
  • Isa S.heart icon on user image
    Isa SierraMay 28, 2017
    Had a lovely brunch of oysters and omelette at the bar. The staff was lovely and attentive.
  • Brett J.
    Brett JJanuary 5, 2012
    Perfect dinner for 2: 2 gin brambles, artichoke dip, French Dip (fries, potatoes great) and brussel sprout side. Runners up: fried chicken and duck bun (spicy,cold like lobster roll.) 2 more brambles.
  • Mike M.heart icon on user image
    Mike McBryanDecember 2, 2014
    True neighborhood spot. Crowded and energetic even late on a Sunday night. Try the oysters, duck buns, beet salad and brussels with apples.
  • Woldy R.
    Woldy ReyesApril 6, 2013
    Th martinis and the Brussels sprouts are out of this world the bomb!!! :) also the blueberry cobbler is sinfully delish! Ask to add vanilla ice cream with it!
  • Experiences
    ExperiencesAugust 10, 2012
    Newbie offshoot of Walter Foods on Grand in B'burg. Completely adorable. Live old-dudes jazz-jam sounds wafting in from the Fort Greene Farmer's Market across the street makes for a trés classy meal.
  • Aleah N.heart icon on user image
    Aleah NicholeDecember 21, 2016
    One of the great neighborhood spots and our go to when visitors are here. Consistently delicious food and great drinks.
  • Jamila L.
    Jamila LoubrielJuly 24, 2013
    I find it pretty funny that every other restaurant in Brooklyn and NYC does to go or carry out orders except walter's bc their kitchen staff "can't handle it with the crowds". Please step your game up
  • Anne C.
    Anne ConnerNovember 16, 2014
    The salmon eggs benedict & french toast were delicious! My Bloody Mary was really good too :-)
  • Veronica R.heart icon on user image
    Veronica RayNovember 26, 2017
    Had dinner with my mom here when she visited. Perfect classy yet unfussy place. Not crowded after work during the week.
  • Clay J.heart icon on user image
    Clay JonesDecember 2, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Helles lager: quite good. Huevos rancheros also excellent. Good booze selection, nice if busy bartenders. Makes a good Aperol spritz. My go-to brunch.
  • Christinaheart icon on user image
    ChristinaAugust 18, 2018
    The complimentary muffins are where it’s at
  • KEheart icon on user image
    KEJanuary 13, 2018
    The dinner food is heavy (artichoke dip, burgers, the carrot app is like a super sweet dessert) and not worth $$$ in my opinion. Cozy, nice vibe to hang out and get a drink though!
  • Rebecca A.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca AtwoodJanuary 10, 2015
    Excellent cocktails by a fine bartending staff. Good food and a relaxed yet trendy and romantic vibe.
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    SSeptember 22, 2013
    Oysters are the best I've had in a long time. Briny and meaty. Artichoke dip also amazing but not if you're on a diet.
  • Peyton S.
    Peyton SherwoodNovember 2, 2013
    great cocktails. nice bench with a view of the park (and street) to wait for your table on if the weather's nice.
  • Sophia C.
    Sophia ChewApril 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best fried chicken-most incredible drinks and be sure to ask for the chef special. Oh, and the key lime pie...don't forget it.
  • Robert M.
    Robert MJuly 10, 2013
    It's awesome great bartender with skills and the burger was great oysters were well picked cold and the mignonettes were perfect I mixed them together :)
  • Nicole F.heart icon on user image
    Nicole FormicaDecember 28, 2016
    The artichoke dip and brussel sprouts were outstanding. Come with friends and share all the sides!
  • Peter N.
    Peter NeufeldJuly 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best place to have brunch post-Saturday farmer's marketing at Fort Greene Park. Plus, even if you don't eat here, they have a very open bathroom policy.
  • Doctore A.heart icon on user image
    Doctore AguacateNovember 17, 2014
    Great salads. Also, the 6$ oyster shooter is a steal. Only on the brunch menu, but they always have oysters......
  • Gianna N.heart icon on user image
    Gianna NebbiaNovember 21, 2017
    Burger, bloody Mary, Home fries are all splendid
  • Anthonyheart icon on user image
    AnthonyAugust 22, 2016
    The Blackened Catfish on the brunch menu is delicious, as is the French Dip on the dinner menu.
  • Holiday
    HolidayApril 23, 2018
    Remains open post brunch, pre dinner weekend afternoons albeit a reduced menu. Always a loud and lively restaurant.
  • Michelle Wendyheart icon on user image
    Michelle WendyOctober 10, 2012
    Do slurp up fresh oysters and fried chicken and waffles. Don't be deterred by the wait or bustling/cramped space. Its so worth it!
  • Peter S.heart icon on user image
    Peter ShumJanuary 12, 2016
    It's just as good as their Williamsburg location. Was there for brunch and it absolutely hit the spot.
  • David B.heart icon on user image
    David BrahlerOctober 26, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    One of the best restaurants in Fort Greene. 1/2 off oysters during happy hour M-TH.
  • Mickie M.heart icon on user image
    Mickie MANGJanuary 5, 2020
    The Brussel sprouts are amazing!
  • Angie S.heart icon on user image
    Angie SandersAugust 8, 2015
    Amazing Bloody Mary (and I'm picky). LOVED the Eggs Benedict with salmon!
  • Courtney B.heart icon on user image
    Courtney BoltonApril 10, 2014
    I come here all the time - excellent cocktails. Excellent brunch, plus oysters.
  • John M.
    John MarachilianNovember 16, 2013
    Don't be surprised when assholes will ignore you when you ask them to move their bags from the bench so you can sit down at your own table.
  • Tamara G.
    Tamara GoodmanJanuary 24, 2013
    Brussel sprouts are AMAZING! Spicy honey for the fried chicken...yummy! Always consistent...always crowded :).
  • Katerina A.
    Katerina AnnaDecember 3, 2014
    Great breakfast, great service, great music, FTW!
  • Rich D.heart icon on user image
    Rich DanielSeptember 7, 2014
    Blackened catfish, pork chop were both outstanding. Amazing cheese grits.
  • Camilleheart icon on user image
    CamilleNovember 4, 2015
    Love the artichoke dip and mushroom pasta. Can't go wrong here though
  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WFebruary 12, 2017
    Great brunch. Coffee refills. Beautiful space and really good service.
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