Nostalgic retro tavern w/ classic American comfort food & cocktails. Famous mozz sticks, burgers & Caesar salad. Fun group spot!
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Bernie's, a retro tavern in Greenpoint serving dirty martinis and nostalgic American fare with a twist, highlighting its fun atmosphere and popular dishes like mozzarella sticks and burgers.
This retro tavern, nestled between Greenpoint and Williamsburg, offers a nostalgic journey with its 70s/80s-inspired decor and a menu brimming with classic American comfort food. Indulge in beloved dishes like their famous mozzarella sticks, juicy cheeseburgers with special sauce, and a variety of salads. Entrees range from comforting Vinegar Chicken to a decadent Chicken Parm, with the Chicken Piccata being a particular standout. Don't forget to save room for their delightful desserts, like the brownie sundae or the tart lemon icebox pie. The lively atmosphere, reminiscent of a sitcom set, makes it an ideal spot for groups, though be prepared for potential wait times due to its popularity.
Bernie's serves classic American comfort food with a nostalgic twist. Highlights include their renowned mozzarella sticks with an impressive cheese pull, a classic cheeseburger with special sauce and crispy fries, and well-executed salads like the Caesar. Entrees such as Vinegar Chicken, Chicken Parm, and a standout Chicken Piccata are also highly recommended. Desserts like the brownie sundae and lemon icebox pie are popular choices. While the food is widely loved, long wait times are a common caveat.
"Highly recommended dishes include their mozzarella sticks, cheeseburgers with special sauce, Caesar salad, and Chicken Piccata. The brownie sundae and lemon icebox pie are also popular dessert choices."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Bernie's, praising its fun atmosphere and popular American comfort food dishes, especially the mozzarella sticks and burgers. However, be prepared for significant wait times, particularly on weekends.
Important Note
Be prepared for potentially long wait times, especially on weekends, as the restaurant is very popular. Some users have reported difficulty reaching them by phone.
"Corrected the spelling of the restaurant to Barnie's."
Neutral"Commented that Bernie's is an older establishment."
Neutral"Bernie's is suggested as a place where one can spend around $120 without alcohol, indicating it's not in the 'fancy' category but offers a good meal for a 10-year-old."
Neutral"Listed Bernie's as a potential recommendation for impressing a visitor, suggesting it offers a good vibe."
Neutral"Recommended Bernie's for food, alongside Hotel Delmano for drinks, as options to impress a visitor."
Neutral"Bernie's was mentioned as having a pretty solid burger."
Neutral"Bernie's is recommended as a place that does classic American food like burgers, mozzarella sticks, and Caesar salad well."
Positive"This restaurant is suggested as a dining option."
Neutral"Bernie's is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Neutral"Bernie's was noted as a recommended spot for burgers."
Positive"Bernie's in Greenpoint/Williamsburg is mentioned as a recommended spot."
Neutral"A user states Bernie's Caesar salad is great."
Positive"Bernie's is another favorite restaurant of the commenter's 10-year-old daughter."
Positive"Recommends Bernie’s in Greenpoint for burgers."
Positive"User found the burger at Bernie’s to be really good and advises going on a weekday for dinner to avoid long lines."
Positive"The original poster is already considering Bernie's and Carmine's in Williamsburg."
Neutral"Bernie's in Greenpoint is recommended."
Positive"The author listed Bernie's as a highly recommended place they disagree with."
Negative"A commenter simply suggested 'Bernies' as a dining option for the picky eater, likely referring to the American comfort food spot."
Positive"Bernie's is suggested as a restaurant that allows writing on the table."
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