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(718) 387-8783
253 Grand St
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
40.7135
-73.9585
Neighborhood: Williamsburg
What People Are Saying About Walter Foods
The Editor
Keith Wagstaff
Citysearch
It's hard to go wrong with the classics, and owners Dylan Dodd, who also runs Barrio Chino, and Danny Minch, a former bartender at Balthazar, are betting that Williamsburg's trendy young things will want to kick it old school. So far, it seems to be working: Every night crowds pour in for former Clinton Street Baking Company chef Justin Ernsberger's double-cut pork chop, filet mignon French dip sandwich and fried half-chicken, as well as for the substantial raw bar. The decor--all masculine details like dark maple floors and green leather booths--belies the restaurant's dedication to a…
07/14/09
Used to be...
by seanwarnk at Citysearch
Used to be awesome. Used to be... As of July 2009 the ownership and the chef have changed, sadly for the worst. I frequented Walter Foods regularly after they opened. The food and service was always on point.
The food has dramatically changed, our courses took phenomenally long to arrive (in an uncrowded restaurant) and we were served bad oysters (I believe from Hood Point) after I asked if they were fresh.
Save your money and avoid it for the dismal experience it has become.
- Pros: good bartender
- Cons: overpriced mediocre food, kitchen has trouble
01/05/09
Good, but skip the weekends
by hrhdi at Citysearch
Walter Foods is a welcome though somewhat mediocre addition to the neighborhood. I?ve been three times and will likely continue to patronize the place, but probably only on slow week nights. I?ll repeat what others have said before ? the turn over is SLOW. The best part about the place is the friendly staff that seems genuinely apologetic for the extraordinarily long wait for a table. I?m not opposed to waiting when I know there is something to be gained from it, but I find the food to be nothing special compared to some of the local competition.
- Pros: Ambience, Food
- Cons: slow turn over
12/08/08
ABSOLUTELY the best new place to eat in brooklyn
by reef1020 at Citysearch
I was so blown away when I went there a few weeks ago. Everything on the menu was absolutely divine. Justin Ernsberger has really done a fantastic job with every entree he presents. The surf and turf is so flavorful, and cooked so perfectly, it just melts in your mouth. The interior is also very cozy, and inviting, especially on these cold winter nights. The dark black wood finish, contrasts with the clean white napkins and dinner plates. The servers are very helpful and seem like they enjoy their job. I highly, highly recommend this restaurant. Some comparable places are schillers, pearl oyster bar, and dumont.
- Pros: everything on the menu is amazing.
The Details on Walter Foods
What to Drink:
Think WWFD (What Would Frank Drink), which in this case means a martini, Pimms Cup, Dark and Stormy or one of the many other classic cocktails.
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are only available for parties of five or more.
The Extras:
Tired of waiting? Give them your cell phone number, and then go get a drink across the street at local favorite Clem's.
Notable Chef:
Justin Ernsberger
