An East Village favorite for burgers that verge on tartar, plus incredible brussels sprouts & steak frites. A must-try meat-centric spot.
This East Village American gastropub is a hidden gem, frequently praised for its exceptional burgers that some describe as almost tartar-like. Beyond the highly recommended burgers, their brussels sprouts and steak frites also receive high marks. While known for its meat-centric offerings, it also impresses with dishes like bacon-wrapped stuffed dates and smoked chicken wings, making it a versatile choice for a satisfying meal.
The restaurant is celebrated for its American cuisine, with a particular emphasis on burgers that are described as exceptionally good, almost like beef tartar in the center. Other popular dishes include highly recommended brussels sprouts and steak frites. While the burgers are a consistent hit, one comment advised against the bacon. There's also nostalgia for past items like the confit duck poutine.
"The highly recommended dishes include their signature burgers, often described as almost tartar-like, as well as their brussels sprouts and steak frites."
Customers rave about the burgers and other meat-centric dishes, often highlighting them as standout items. While most feedback is positive, a few comments suggest that the quality might have varied over time, and the bacon is not universally recommended.
Important Note
One user suggested that while the burger is great, the bacon served at the restaurant is not, and recommended ordering the burger without it. There's also a comment from someone who felt the quality might have dipped over time.
"This user states that the steak frites at Brindle Room is very good."
Positive"Brindle Room was suggested as a place for a burger."
Positive"The commenter suggests that the hot sauce from Brindle Room is among the best."
Positive"Responding to why the burger at Brindle Room is recommended without bacon, the user stated that the burger itself is great, but their bacon is not."
Negative"This user inquired why the burger at Brindle Room is recommended without bacon."
Neutral"Brindle Room is recommended for its burger, with a specific note to order it without bacon."
Neutral"The commenter has enjoyed solo dining at Brindleroom by sitting at the bar."
Positive"Suggests Brindle Room as part of an Alphabet City burger crawl."
Positive"Mentions Brindle Room used to be good but hasn't been in a while, so current quality is uncertain."
Neutral"Recommends Brindle Room for burgers."
Positive"States that the original poster needs to try Brindle Room."
Positive"User Radiant-Wombat-3203 recommends Brindle Room (EV) for its excellent burgers and incredible brussels sprouts, noting it's always easy to walk into their reopened location on 11th & C."
Positive"User states that Brindle Room is often overlooked, implying it's good and deserves more attention for its burgers."
Positive"User recommends Brindle Room for its juicy burgers, contrasting them with smashburgers which they state aren't typically juicy."
Positive"The author recalls a transcendent experience eating Brindle Room's poutine and a burger at a Governor's Ball pop-up around 2012/2013, and is glad the restaurant is back."
Positive"The author fondly remembers the confit duck poutine at the Brindle Room, which is no longer on the menu."
Positive"Author winedad42069 lists Brindle Room as a place they love that is rarely talked about on the subreddit."
Positive"Recommends Brindle Room in the East Village, noting its burger almost feels like beef tartar in the middle."
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