1950s NOLA vibe in Brooklyn w/ amazing oysters & elevated po-boys. Don't miss the seafood lunch special!
This Brooklyn spot channels a 1950s New Orleans vibe with its menu focused on seafood and Cajun-Creole influences. It's praised for its expertly prepared oysters, including charbroiled varieties, and elevated po-boys served on soft milk bread. The "seafood and three" lunch special is a notable highlight, offering excellent value.
Specializing in New Orleans-style seafood, this restaurant is lauded for its various oyster preparations, particularly the charbroiled oysters. The po-boys are noted for being served on milk bread. The "seafood and three" lunch special, featuring options like roasted head-on shrimp, is highly recommended, though some found the po-boys themselves to be lacking.
"The charbroiled oysters, smoked fish dip, and the 'seafood and three' lunch special are frequently highlighted as must-try dishes. The cornbread is also specifically praised for its texture and flavor."
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, frequently recommending the restaurant for its unique New Orleans-inspired seafood and lively atmosphere. Some note it can be a bit pricey for casual visits.
Important Note
While highly recommended for seafood and oysters, the po-boys have received mixed reviews, with some finding them lacking. It's also noted that the restaurant can be a bit pricey for casual visits.
"This commenter suggests Strange Delight for unique and good seafood sandwiches, noting it's not a busy scene at lunch and the space is pleasant."
Positive"This commenter suggests Strange Delight for unique and good seafood sandwiches, noting it's not a busy scene at lunch and the space is pleasant."
Positive"The commenter lists chargrilled oysters from Strange Delight as something they would happily eat every day."
Positive"The commenter found this upscale seafood place in Ft. Greene to be loud, overpriced, and difficult to order from."
Negative"This user mentioned Strange Delight as a potential place to visit."
Neutral"Strange Delight is mentioned as one of the restaurants that appear on both OpenTable with a dining credit and the Blackbird app."
Neutral"This comment seconds the recommendation for Strange Delight."
Positive"Strange Delight is recommended."
Positive"Strange Delight in Fort Greene is described as awesome."
Positive"Strange Delight is listed as a restaurant recommendation, potentially in or near Fort Greene."
Neutral"This commenter described Strange Delight as a fantastic seafood restaurant located in Fort Greene, recommending it alongside Sunken Harbor Club and Gage and Tollner."
Positive"This user recommended Strange Delight as one of their picks near the Brooklyn Paramount."
Positive"This user recommended Strange Delight as one of their top picks for a romantic and quiet date night near Barclays."
Positive"Strange Delight was mentioned as a place for fried shrimp."
Positive"Strange Delight offers New Orleans-style food in Fort Greene and is considered a very good, uniquely American option."
Positive"Strange Delight was recommended, though the user notes it is a bit pricey for casual visits."
Neutral"The user is eager to try Strange Delight, finding it a bit pricey for casual dining."
Neutral"Strange Delight was mentioned as a recommendation."
Neutral"This restaurant in Fort Greene is mentioned."
Positive"This commenter expresses a negative opinion of Strange Delight."
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