Iconic Brooklyn seafood & Italian-American spot, renowned for its fried calamari & linguine with clams. Some say quality varies, but it's a classic for a reason.
This Brooklyn seafood institution has been a beloved spot for classic Italian-American dishes, particularly its seafood offerings. While many praise its traditional fare and lively atmosphere, some recent feedback suggests a potential inconsistency in quality. Despite this, it remains a noteworthy destination for those seeking a taste of old-school New York seafood.
Randazzo's Clam Bar is known for its Italian-American seafood. The fried calamari, linguine and clams, and fried shellfish with red sauce are frequently recommended. However, some patrons have expressed disappointment, citing inconsistency in quality, particularly since COVID.
"The fried calamari is highly recommended, as are the linguine and clams and fried shellfish with red sauce. It's noted that the calamari is particularly popular and worth trying."
Customer feedback is mixed, with many recommending the restaurant for its classic seafood dishes, while others have noted a decline in quality in recent times.
Important Note
Some patrons have reported a decline in the quality of food since COVID, suggesting that the restaurant can be inconsistent.
"Randazzo's is added to the list of potential dining options."
Positive"Randazzo's in Sheepshead Bay is mentioned as a place that visiting family members have enjoyed."
Positive"This commenter mentioned making a trek to Randazzo's for their last meal when they moved away some years ago."
Positive"This user recommended Randazzo's for its low-key Italian/seafood vibe and great food, suggesting it would be a good choice if the girlfriend enjoys such places."
Positive"This user listed Randazzo's Clam Bar as a recommendation."
Positive"This commenter simply recommends Randazzo’s located in Sheepshead Bay."
Neutral"Randazzo's was enthusiastically recommended for its fried calamari."
Positive"Randazzo's in Sheepshead Bay was recommended for its fried calamari."
Positive"Randazzo's was simply recommended for its fried calamari."
Positive"A user noted that Randazzo's was recently featured on The NY Times 100 best restaurants list, implying its high quality."
Positive"Randazzo's was recommended as a standout place to get fried calamari."
Positive"A user recommended getting the spicy sauce with the calamari at Randazzo's."
Positive"Randazzo's was mentioned as a good place to get fried calamari."
Positive"Randazzo's in Brooklyn was recommended for its calamari, suggesting a walk along the water after visiting."
Positive"Randazzo's Clam Bar in Sheepshead Bay was recommended as worth the trip for calamari."
Positive"Randazzo's was simply listed as a recommendation for fried calamari."
Neutral"Expresses disappointment that Randazzo's Clam Bar, a long-time favorite near Emmons Avenue, has seen a decline in quality since COVID."
Negative"Acknowledges that Randazzo's Clam Bar can be inconsistent, implying their prior positive experience might have been a 'hit day'."
Neutral"States that Randazzo's Clam Bar has declined in quality and can be hit or miss, suggesting Il Colosseo as an alternative."
Negative"Also recommends Randazzo's Clam Bar."
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