Rooftop Israeli skewer house w/ incredible sunset views. Unlimited salatim & grilled skewers.
This Israeli skewer house, located atop The Hoxton hotel in Williamsburg, offers a lively atmosphere with fantastic Manhattan sunset views. It's known for its generous portions, starting with an unlimited array of salatim (small salads) followed by delicious skewers and a memorable soft-serve dessert. While reservations can be hard to come by, the vibrant setting and flavorful food make it a popular choice.
This restaurant specializes in Israeli cuisine, particularly known for its generous offering of unlimited salatim (small salads and dips) and expertly grilled skewers. Dishes like hummus and babaganoush are frequently mentioned as highlights. While most feedback is positive, some diners find the cauliflower dish not recommended, and a few recent reviews suggest a decline in quality or a less impressive experience compared to earlier visits.
"The unlimited salatim (small salads and dips) are consistently praised and considered a highlight. Grilled skewers, hummus, babaganoush, and the brown sugar soft-serve for dessert are also frequently recommended."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its vibrant atmosphere, excellent food, and stunning views, though some mention that reservations can be difficult to secure.
Important Note
Reservations can be very difficult to obtain and often need to be booked months in advance. The rooftop can be hot in the summer and cold in cooler weather due to its open-air nature. Some diners have reported a decline in quality or a less impressive experience compared to previous visits.
"The user cited Laser Wolf as a positive example of a unique dining experience they enjoyed the previous year. They specifically liked sharing small salads in addition to their main courses."
Positive"This user considers Laser Wolf 'super mid' once past the initial salatim (small dishes)."
Negative"This commenter acknowledges liking Laser Wolf but finds its vibe can be 'douchey,' preferring Le Crocodile for its consistency and variety."
Negative"This commenter points out that Laser Wolf would be cold due to its open-air nature."
Negative"This user notes Laser Wolf is an 'ad hoc space on a rooftop' and that its climate control is a concern, being hot in warm weather and cold in cool weather."
Negative"This user suggests Laser Wolf could be fun for a group but less ideal for a couple's celebration due to its prix fixe menu."
Neutral"This user finds Laser Wolf to be not romantic or chill, describing its atmosphere as 'douchey Miami vibes' with a specific clientele, making it unsuitable for a romantic pre-wedding dinner despite its excellent view and very good food."
Negative"This user found Laser Wolf's view appealing but ultimately did not find the overall experience compelling enough for a repeat visit, preferring Le Crocodile."
Negative"This user suggests Le Crocodile is better for a special occasion, finding Laser Wolf can be noisy and hectic with variable service, despite its good view."
Negative"This commenter states that Laser Wolf has a 'winner' view and that the food is great in both places."
Positive"The original poster found the sides at Laser Wolf to be not good, although they did enjoy the harissa wings."
Neutral"This user suggests Laser Wolf, noting that many of the small plates are pickled."
Positive"Laser Wolf is suggested as a great Mediterranean option in Brooklyn, suitable for sharing and large groups, with a stunning skyline view. They recommend checking for reservations in advance or calling."
Positive"The user stated Laser Wolf is bad because the food is 'stolen' and not prepared correctly."
Negative"The user agreed with the negative sentiment about Laser Wolf."
Negative"The user stated that Laser Wolf has declined significantly, noting it wasn't good on their last visit, whereas it used to be a favorite."
Negative"The user concurred with the negative opinion of Laser Wolf."
Negative"The user expressed surprise that Laser Wolf is still in business, as they have not encountered any positive reviews."
Negative"The user expressed disappointment after reading the review, as the picture of the food looked good."
Neutral"This was a significant letdown for the user. While the salatim looked good, most were not to their taste, with the hummus being too bitter and the pita just alright. The fries were mediocre, and only the soft serve and cocktails were enjoyed. The experience was marred by rain obscuring the view and the high cost for an unremarkable meal."
Negative
