Japanese-American fusion with a creative twist! Elevated comfort food, standout beef pie & crispy cauliflower.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Lingo, a Brooklyn restaurant by renowned Bessou chef Emily Yuen, highlighting its impressive Japanese-inspired new American dishes like the spicy fried chicken and a stunning beef pie.
LINGO offers a unique Japanese-American fusion experience in Brooklyn, blending comfort food with innovative Japanese techniques. Chef Emily Yuen presents a menu that transforms familiar dishes with unexpected flavors, featuring standouts like crispy cauliflower and a highly praised beef pie. While some cocktails may lean too sweet, the overall dining experience is elevated by creative entrees and a bright, welcoming atmosphere.
LINGO offers a Japanese-inspired New American menu, praised for its creative fusion of flavors and techniques. Standout dishes include crispy cauliflower with lime curry crema, a flavorful spicy fried chicken, and a highly recommended beef pie with Hokkaido-style curry. Some reviews suggest cocktails can be overly sweet, and a hamachi collar dish was noted as being a bit too sweet.
"The crispy cauliflower, spicy fried chicken, and beef pie are highlighted as must-try dishes. The Hokkaido Milk Bread is also noted as being freshly baked daily and a quality item."
Customers generally have a positive view of LINGO, praising its innovative Japanese-American cuisine and unique dishes. While most feedback is favorable, minor critiques have been noted regarding the sweetness of some cocktails.
Important Note
Some cocktails may be overly sweet. A hamachi collar dish was noted as being a bit too sweet.
"The commenter enjoys Lingo and describes its cuisine as Japanese-ish."
Positive"The commenter heard that Lingo has a dessert-like apple tarte tatin pancake."
Positive"Lingo is mentioned as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as a repeat spot."
Positive"Lingo was recommended as a dining option."
Neutral"Lingo in Brooklyn is suggested as an option for pancakes that may be easier to get a table at."
Neutral"Lingo is suggested as a dining option if willing to venture into Greenpoint, though it might require stretching the budget slightly."
Neutral"The user lists Lingo as a 'non-traditional option' for pancakes, indicating a positive opinion."
Positive"This user recommends Lingo as a 'great' option for those interested in Japanese fusion cuisine."
Positive"In a discussion about Greenpoint pancake spots, this commenter questioned if Lingo was considered, asking 'Not lingo?'. This implies a suggestion that Lingo is another viable option for pancakes in the area."
Positive"User recommended Lingo as a restaurant that recently 'wow'd' them. Lingo is a Japanese izakaya."
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