Iconic NYC roast beef & burger joint. Famous for its double-dipped sandwiches, crispy onion rings, and old-school vibe.
A classic Brooklyn establishment serving up American comfort food, Brennan & Carr is lauded for its iconic roast beef sandwich, often enjoyed dipped in broth with cheese and onions. Beyond their signature sandwich, customers also praise their flavorful burgers and perfectly crispy onion rings. While some note the fries can be pale, the overall consensus points to a simple, well-executed menu that offers great value and a taste of old-school New York.
The star attraction is the roast beef sandwich, especially when ordered 'dipped' with cheese and onions, with some customers even enjoying the broth separately as soup. Burgers, like the 'Gargiulo burger,' also receive high marks for value and taste. The onion rings are consistently praised as glorious and a must-try. Some find the fries to be pale, but this is a minor point in an otherwise highly-regarded menu.
"The highly recommended dishes include the roast beef sandwich (especially the 'dipped' version with cheese and onions), the Gargiulo burger, and the crispy onion rings. The broth, often used for dipping, is also a notable element."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the delicious and classic roast beef sandwiches and onion rings, often highlighting the great value. While a few minor critiques exist, the overall sentiment is very positive.
Important Note
One commenter noted that the roast beef sandwich is served hot, not cold, which might not suit everyone's preference for this type of sandwich. Another mentioned that the fries can appear pale.
"Mentioned as a place that will 'douse it in cheese,' indicating it's a good option for a very cheesy burger."
Positive"Confirms that Brennan & Carr is a recommended spot."
Positive"Brennan & Carr is mentioned as a place with a good French Dip, though it is considered too far away by the commenter."
Positive"This user clarified that Brennan and Carr serves hot roast beef sandwiches, not French dips."
Neutral"This user shared an anecdote about traveling to Philadelphia for cheesesteaks, implying a similar dedication might be needed for Brennan and Carr."
Neutral"This user asked if traveling to Brennan and Carr is worthwhile."
Neutral"This user reacted negatively to the Arby's comparison for Brennan and Carr."
Negative"This user made a joke comparing Brennan and Carr to the original Arby's."
Negative"This user recommended Brennan and Carr in Brooklyn for an authentic NYC roast beef experience, suggesting a view of 'some Brooklynites'."
Positive"This user described Brennan and Carr as a place to go for roast beef, with a view of Nostrand Avenue, and questioned if the trip was worth it."
Neutral"A recent meal at Brennan and Carr was great, and the atmosphere was conducive to lingering."
Positive"Brennan and Carr is recommended."
Positive"This restaurant is listed among options that require about a 30-minute drive from the Rockaways."
Neutral"This user listed Brennan and Carr among other recommendations."
Neutral"A recommendation was made for Brennan & Carr's, located at Ave U and Nostrand Ave in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The commenter provided directions via the Q train."
Positive"This commenter plans to visit Brennan & Carr after confirming Gargiulo Burger's connection to it."
Neutral"This commenter prefers the sandwiches from Brennan and Carr over the burgers at Hamburger America."
Positive"This user recommends Brennan & Carr, highlighting their unique broth that has been maintained for decades and the overall atmosphere, suggesting it offers better value."
Positive"This user believes Brennan and Carr's food looks better than Gargiulo Burger and would happily eat a large quantity of it."
Positive"This commenter simply states that Brennan and Carr serves the best food."
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