(718) 387-2281
289 Manhattan Ave
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
40.7137
-73.9462
Neighborhood: Williamsburg
Fortunato Brothers
Last updated 7.10.09
What People Are Saying About Fortunato Brothers
The Editor
Karen Hudes
Citysearch
In Short – The shiny black tables and chairs in this bare bones cafe are perpetually packed with teen couples, old paisanos from the 'hood and ice cream afficianados diving into some of the city's best housemade gelato. Flavors range from standards to hard-to-find Italian options, like tiramisu, hazelnut and zuppa inglese. Other temptations include spumoni, tortoni, cannoli, cookies (try the pinoli), tarts and fluffy white cakes to order.
08/23/09
Great Place!
by chamberdoorzzz at Citysearch
I initially heard about this place from my boyfriend who said that this particular bakery had the best french style dessert popularly named "thousand leaves". I decided to order the cake despite how far away it is from my house and when I got there a very police gentleman opened the door as I walked through and all the girls in the place were super sweet. They were all very helpful and polite. Later on that night I surpised my boyfriend with his favorite cake and to my surprise this cake was so delicious. The flaky layers were crisp and perfect. The chocolate and vanilla creme fillings were devine and the chocolate shavings on top of the cake simply melted in your mouth. All in all this cake was amazing and the people were sweet. I'll be sure to go back!
- Pros: Known for their "Thousand Leaves" cake
- Cons: none
03/29/08
The best around
by ryansmk37 at Citysearch
Used to travel all the way back to my old neighborhood in the bronx until I found this place.
By far the best cookies and cakes around.
12/20/07
Great hang out, espresso, gelatti, and cakes. The best italian bakery in the hood; one of the best in NY
by chanag at Citysearch
this is a real neighborhood hangout. I love this place. Great espresso and real Italian treats. I'm not sure what that other person was talking about regarding the gelatti, as far as NY is concerned their gelatti is pretty great. My favorite dessert is their plain large Ba ba; A rum soaked cake. So delicious. I have not tried their cakes but I will and I have a feeling it will make me very happy. Fortunato Bros. is a real Williamsburg hot spot, I feel very lucky to live three blocks away. Don't hesitate to try this place, its great.
- Pros: people watching, quality, atmosphere, yummy and chill
- Cons: service is a bit chaotic
The Details on Fortunato Brothers
The Extras:
Joe's Busy Corner offers another primo taste of Italian specialties.
Look Smart:
Pieces of marzipan sculpted to resemble fruits, veggies, cacti and even crustaceans fill the shop's enormous gift baskets come Christmastime.
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