Chic NOLA-inspired oyster & cocktail bar w/ a stunning garden patio. A decade-long Williamsburg fave for seafood lovers.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Maison Premiere, a Williamsburg establishment that has maintained its charm and quality for over a decade, offering a timeless New Orleans-inspired experience with exceptional cocktails and a standout raw bar.
Maison Premiere offers a timeless New Orleans-inspired experience in Brooklyn, blending a charming ambiance with a strong focus on seafood and expertly crafted cocktails. It's celebrated for its extensive raw bar, particularly its oyster selection, and its beautiful garden patio, making it a consistently popular choice for dates and seafood enthusiasts alike.
The cuisine is primarily seafood-focused with French and New Orleans influences. The raw bar, especially the oysters, receives high marks. Cocktails are also a major highlight, with many appreciating the classic and inventive options, including absinthe-based drinks. While the lobster roll has received some criticism for its balance, other dishes like the steak tartare and Montauk shrimp pasta are highly recommended.
"Customers frequently recommend the oysters and various cocktails, with specific mentions of the steak tartare and Montauk shrimp pasta. The seafood tower is also a highly regarded option."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Maison Premiere for its exceptional seafood, particularly oysters, and its expertly crafted cocktails. The restaurant's romantic ambiance, especially its garden, is frequently highlighted as a major draw.
Important Note
One user suggested that the restaurant might be too expensive for a first date, and another found the martini olives to be mushy, leading to its elimination from a cocktail competition.
"Suggested Maison Premiere as a place to get a drink while waiting for a table at Four Horsemen, mentioning it's usually accessible for standing room."
Positive"Recommended Maison Premiere as a top choice for a drink while waiting, noting its proximity to Four Horsemen."
Positive"This commenter recommended Maison Premier for drinks and food, detailing several dishes like bay scallops, lobster roll, steak tartare, oysters, and a seafood tower, all of which they found great. They also praised the bar, cocktails, and desserts, advising to talk to the bartender for drink recommendations."
Positive"This commenter suggested Maison Premier for a drink."
Positive"Madison Premiere is recommended."
Positive"This recommendation is considered fantastic, but it's noted that the date should enjoy oysters and absinthe."
Positive"This user believes Maison Premiere is too expensive for a first date."
Negative"This place is recommended, but another user commented that it might be too expensive for a first date."
Neutral"The author rated Maison Premiere a perfect 10.0 overall, with high scores for drinks, vibe, and food. They particularly enjoyed the Yellow Parrot cocktail, calling it a favorite, and praised the outstanding oysters and cherrystone clams."
Positive"Maison Premiere is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Neutral"Maison Premiere is recommended."
Positive"Maison Premiere is recommended."
Positive"Maison Premiere is recommended."
Positive"This comment sarcastically noted that tableside cocktail service at Maison Premiere should only take forty minutes."
Neutral"Maison Premier was identified as a top choice for oysters and advised booking in advance."
Positive"Maison Premiere was suggested as a place for oysters and cocktails, with an emphasis on their tableside cocktail service."
Neutral"Maison Premiere was recommended for oysters and cocktails, suggesting it as a precursor to dinner at St Anselm."
Positive"The commenter adds that the back garden can be quite romantic if a table is available there."
Positive"The commenter suggests trying the 'Old King Cole' drink if the diner enjoys dry martinis, noting it's a great tableside experience."
Positive"Following a recommendation, the commenter booked a reservation in the garden."
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