TLDR
Brooklyn's go-to for amazing French-inspired tapas & natural wines. A standout wine bar with incredible food.
Instagram Posts References
The post mentions that the restaurant is from the same team as @pdfbk, implying a similar high standard of culinary excellence. The reviewer tried several dishes including woodear mushrooms, lion's mane mushrooms, fried egg, smoked trout, pommes paillasson, and glazed duck confit. The lion's mane mushrooms, potatoes, and duck confit were particularly praised, with the reviewer stating everything was amazing. The overall sentiment for the food is extremely positive, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 moons, and the vibes received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 moons. Although the restaurant is a bit far, the reviewer would definitely return.
Place des Fêtes in Clinton Hill is a French wine bar celebrated for its 'smaller bites' and 'unreal desserts.' With a dreamy and romantic vibe, it's identified as a perfect date night spot.
Morgan Carter reviews Place des Fêtes, a Clinton Hill wine bar from the Oxalis team, highlighting its seafood small plates and intentional wine list.
Details
This Clinton Hill wine bar, run by the team behind Oxalis, offers a more casual yet exceptional dining experience. It boasts a lively, rustic atmosphere with an open kitchen and a focus on sustainable, Spanish-influenced small plates. The wine list is curated with natural wines from smaller vineyards, complemented by knowledgeable staff.
Food Overview
The food at this wine bar is a major highlight, described as phenomenal and Spanish-influenced small plates. Standout dishes include Bangs Island Mussels En Verde and a refreshing cucumber sorbet. Other praised items include lion's mane mushrooms, pommes paillasson, and glazed duck confit. The cuisine is a fusion of French and American, with an emphasis on wine bar fare.
Caveats
One user expressed frustration with the glassware at the wine bar, finding it too small to properly appreciate wine, which was mentioned as part of a broader trend in wine bars.
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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"This user recommended Place des Fêtes."
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"This commenter listed Place de fêtes in Brooklyn as a solid standout, describing it as occitan/new american fusion with excellent wine."
PositiveFrom post: You Cant Leave Nyc Without Eating
"Places de fetes is listed as a recommended restaurant."
PositiveFrom post: Estela Vs Tuome For Anniversary Dinner
"The commenter expresses love for Place des Fetes, noting it's a favorite for regular date nights."
PositiveFrom post: Estela Vs Tuome For Anniversary Dinner
"The commenter suggests Place des Fetes as a potential option for the original poster."
PositiveFrom post: Visiting Nyc After 14 Years Looking For A Great
"The original poster found Place des Fêtes to be exactly what they were looking for and successfully booked a reservation for their group."
PositiveFrom post: Visiting Nyc After 14 Years Looking For A Great
"Place des Fêtes in Cobble Hill was recommended, suggesting it's a good opportunity for a large group to try various dishes."
PositiveFrom post: Wine Bar Frustration
"The user expressed frustration with the glassware at Place des Fetes, a wine bar, finding it too small and unsuitable for appreciating wine. This was mentioned as an example of a broader trend in wine bars."
NegativeFrom post: Brooklyn Food Recs Needed
"Places des Fetes is mentioned as a slightly fancier but yummy restaurant recommendation, potentially in or near Fort Greene."
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"This user recommended Place des Fêtes as a dining option."
PositiveFrom post: Birthday Dinner For 2 In Brooklyn Where Should We
"Places des Fetes is listed as one of several restaurant recommendations."
NeutralFrom post: Does Anyone Have Any Recommendations For The Fort
"Sailor, Place de fettes, and Theodora were mentioned as recommendations."
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"Place ette Fetes is described as a phenomenal wine bar with incredible food."
PositiveFrom post: Brooklyn Good Foodbar Program Need Recommendations
"This commenter clarifies that Place de fete serves tapas and can accommodate large groups at tables, at the bar, or at a large community table."
NeutralFrom post: Brooklyn Good Foodbar Program Need Recommendations
"The original poster inquires if Place de fete, described as a tapas place, has a suitable dinner atmosphere."
NeutralFrom post: Brooklyn Good Foodbar Program Need Recommendations
"Place de fete is recommended, with the commenter stating they've never had a bad meal there. It's noted that a reservation might be necessary, and it can accommodate large groups."
PositiveFrom post: Bachelor Party Dinner In Brooklyn
"Place des Fetes was mentioned as a good restaurant option that isn't specifically for steak."
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