NYC's pioneering BBQ joint, famed for its Southern-style meats & unique sides. A celebrated fixture that, while some say quality has wavered, remains a nostalgic favorite.
This Brooklyn-based BBQ joint was a pioneering establishment, celebrated for bringing Southern-style barbecue to the city. While some diners recall consistent quality and unique offerings like pork belly and a notable broccoli salad, others have noted a decline in meat quality and high prices over the years. Despite mixed recent reviews, it holds a nostalgic place for many as an early and significant player in NYC's BBQ scene.
This establishment is known for its Southern-style barbecue. While praised in the past for dishes like pork belly and a standout broccoli salad, more recent feedback indicates inconsistency in meat quality, with some finding the brisket dry and over-salted. Despite these criticisms, it's also remembered fondly for its role in popularizing BBQ in NYC.
"While some users recall positive experiences with dishes like pork belly and brisket, the broccoli salad and potato salad have also been specifically recommended."
Customer sentiment is divided, with many nostalgic for its early days and unique offerings like pork belly, while others report a decline in meat quality and high prices in more recent times.
Important Note
Customer reviews indicate a significant decline in food quality over the years, with some finding the meat dry and over-salted. The restaurant has also faced criticism for high prices relative to the quality and portion sizes.
"Fette Sau is mentioned as a BBQ option, though the commenter notes it might be closed."
Neutral"This user fondly remembers lining up for Fette Sau via the L train in the late 2000s, describing it as a 'meat Mecca' during that time."
Positive"This user suggests that people stopped frequenting Fette Sau around 2013 due to issues like lack of lines."
Neutral"This user's only memory of Fette Sau is of a horrible date."
Negative"This user described Fette Sau as a relic of the past, noting that while it might have seemed novel and was expensive, it may not have been truly good, especially from a Southern perspective."
Neutral"This user recalled wanting to afford Fette Sau when it first opened but was disappointed by how mediocre it was for the high price, especially compared to Southern BBQ."
Negative"This user has avoided Fette Sau for the past ten years and stated they will not go when it becomes crowded, questioning if it was ever truly good."
Negative"This user stated they are always disappointed when trying BBQ in NYC and regret bothering."
Negative"This user stated they were always underwhelmed by Fette Sau."
Negative"This user commented that NYC BBQ is generally expensive due to rent and labor costs, and expressed sadness about local businesses closing."
Neutral"In response to a comment about a Philly Fette Sau, this user mentioned that it does not compare favorably to Zig Zag."
Negative"This user asked if Sunday was the last day and considered visiting for one last meal."
Neutral"This user had an excellent experience at Fette Sau with no complaints, specifically praising the brisket."
Positive"This commenter expresses concern that Fette Sau will be replaced by a generic chain restaurant."
Neutral"This user had a delicious final meal at Fette Sau, feeding their family of four for under $100 and mentioned meeting their best friends there 16 years ago, and will miss the place."
Positive"This user claims to have gotten food poisoning from Fette Sau due to issues with their meat storage."
Negative"An Australian visitor found Fette Sau to be a great introduction to American BBQ during their first US trip, appreciating the ability to experience it in NYC before traveling to the South."
Positive"This user clarifies that Fette Sau sells meat by weight, meaning customers choose how much they want."
Neutral"This user, who doesn't eat meat, acknowledges Fette Sau's historical importance to Williamsburg before its major gentrification."
Positive"Responding to a comment about Fette Sau's beans, this user stated they tasted like canned Heinz beans, which can be bought for $1."
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