Historic Brooklyn steakhouse w/ vintage charm, killer martinis & Edna Lewis-inspired fried chicken.
Step back in time at Gage & Tollner, a beautifully revived Brooklyn institution serving classic American dishes like steaks, chops, seafood towers, and sensational fried chicken.
Willa Moore reviews Gage & Tollner, a historic Downtown Brooklyn steakhouse that blends old-world charm with a modern feel, highlighting its martinis, raw bar, and special occasion appeal.
This historic Brooklyn steakhouse, dating back to 1892, offers a captivating blend of timeless ambiance and modern dining. With its vintage decor and lively atmosphere, it provides a memorable backdrop for classic American dishes. Diners rave about the well-executed martinis, lavish raw bar, and particularly the sensational fried chicken inspired by Edna Lewis.
The menu at this classic American steakhouse features a range of well-executed dishes. Highlights include a lavish raw bar with oysters and shrimp, substantial steaks, and particularly the acclaimed fried chicken. Desserts like the baked Alaska and coconut cake are also frequently praised. Some patrons have noted occasional inconsistencies with steak preparations.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Parker House rolls, butter-roasted hash browns, fried chicken, oysters, and the Baked Alaska dessert. Classic steak cuts and martinis are also popular choices."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant's beautiful, historic ambiance and excellent cocktails. While many find the food, especially the fried chicken and desserts, to be very good, some note inconsistencies with steak dishes.
Important Note
Some diners have reported inconsistencies with steak preparations and found the overall experience to be 'good but not great' for the price point. The location has also been described as being on a 'grim stretch of road' with ongoing demolition nearby.
"This is considered the nicest restaurant in the area with an extensive menu, offering plenty of options without dairy and soy, and they are very accommodating."
Positive"Gage Tollner is recommended as a good alternative if getting a reservation at 4 Charles is difficult."
Positive"Gage and Tollner is suggested as worth the hype among other classic restaurants."
Positive"This user seconds the recommendation for Gage and Tollner, stating they found it incredible and also suggesting happy hour for $10 martinis."
Positive"This commenter recommends Gage and Tollner in Downtown Brooklyn for its good Beef Wellington, noting it's a short subway ride from Manhattan."
Neutral"The author recommends old-school steakhouses like Gage & Tollner for a proper American steak experience."
Positive"Gage and Tollner in Brooklyn is suggested as a nice dinner option that isn't overly extravagant."
Positive"States they have visited Gage & Tollner before and loved it, acknowledging that while not spectacular, the Baked Alaska is incredible."
Positive"Considers the Baked Alaska at Gage & Tollner amazing and worth a visit, though the rest of the food is described as fine but not spectacular."
Positive"Advises against going to Gage & Tollner, in contrast to recommendations for Torrisi."
Negative"Mentions Gage & Tollner is in Brooklyn, making it a distant Plan B. The commenter expresses a negative opinion, stating they don't think it's actually that great."
Negative"Gage & Tollner was suggested as a dining option."
Neutral"Gage and Tollner is listed as a steakhouse option for a birthday celebration in NYC."
Neutral"This user confirmed that Gage and Tollner was suggested by an AI for serving the requested items, and also mentioned a diner in Queens as a possibility."
Neutral"Gage & Tollner is recommended."
Positive"This user agreed that Gage and Tollner is a great suggestion for the original post's request."
Positive"This commenter suggested Gage and Tollner as a possible restaurant that might serve foie gras, fried prawns, and piña coladas."
Neutral"Gage & Tollner is recommended and has an incredible cocktail program."
Positive"Gage & Tollner is recommended."
Positive"Gage and Tollner has pretty good desserts."
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