Retro NOLA vibes meet Brooklyn, serving up amazing oysters, standout "seafood and three" lunch deals, and memorable fish dip. A must-try for unique American seafood.
This Brooklyn gem, drawing heavy inspiration from New Orleans, offers a unique dining experience with a retro 1950s aesthetic. It's a go-to for seafood lovers, with a particularly lauded "seafood and three" lunch special and expertly prepared oysters. While the po-boys get mixed reviews, the overall sentiment points to a highly satisfying and uniquely American culinary adventure.
The restaurant excels in New Orleans-style seafood, with charbroiled oysters and a "seafood and three" lunch special receiving high marks. Other praised dishes include smoked fish dip and BBQ shrimp. The po-boys have received mixed feedback, with some finding them lacking or soggy. Desserts and pastries are also available.
"Standout dishes include charbroiled oysters, a "seafood and three" lunch special described as a "fuckin banger," and a memorable smoked fish dip. The cornbread is also highlighted as exceptional."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant, highlighting its unique New Orleans-inspired cuisine and the quality of its seafood dishes. While some found it a bit pricey for casual dining, the overall experience is consistently described as amazing.
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Some users found the restaurant to be a bit pricey for casual dining. Feedback on the po-boys is mixed, with some considering them lacking.
"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."
Negative"The commenter acknowledges the original poster's list and is reminded to revisit Strange Delight."
Neutral"Strange Delight was a gem for the author, who particularly enjoyed the 'seafood and three' lunch, with the cornbread being the standout star for its softness and flavor."
Positive"The commenter initially listed Strange Delight as a favorite but later edited to clarify it is not located in Manhattan, which is the preferred borough for the user."
Neutral"This user recommended Strange Delight if the original poster misses New Orleans, but advised skipping poboys."
Positive"This user stated that Strange Delight's sandwich is delicious but not a po'boy, noting it's made with milk bread which they found gets soggy."
Neutral"The user recalled Strange Delight having good meals and was interested to see if their lunch menu, which they had forgotten about, offered a po'boy."
Positive"This user recommended Strange Delight for lunch, suggesting it as an option for those missing New Orleans."
Positive"Strange Delight is mentioned as a potential option."
Positive"This user loves Strange Delight, stating that 'literally every single dish' they had was delicious with no notes."
Positive"Strange Delight is recommended as a casual seafood option."
Positive"Strange Delight is suggested for its seafood and New Orleans style, with a relaxed atmosphere, making it a good birthday choice."
Positive"The user inquired if Oyster Mornay was a seasonal item or a regular menu item at Strange Delight, as their current menu only lists Oysters Rockefeller."
Neutral"This restaurant was suggested in response to the original post. The user later confirmed that while it serves Oysters Rockefeller, it does not have Oyster Mornay on the menu."
Neutral"Strange Delight was mentioned as a good restaurant option that isn't specifically for steak."
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