Hip Greenpoint spot from 4 Charles/Au Cheval alums. Killer burgers, sticky toffee pudding, & '90s hip-hop soundtrack.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews The Snail, a trendy Greenpoint spot known for its burgers and upscale-casual vibe. While the burger is praised, the reviewer questions if the experience justifies the long wait times.
A trendy Greenpoint spot from alums of 4 Charles and Au Cheval, The Snail is celebrated for its impressive burgers and upscale-casual vibe. While the burger is a standout, comparable to other top NYC burger joints, the experience is tempered by significant wait times, often exceeding two hours. The menu offers a mix of American comfort food with French and Italian influences, featuring dishes like ham and chips, shrimp cocktail, and Caesar salad. Standout desserts include the sticky toffee date cake and Spanish sundae, though some other offerings like escargot and the Chocosu are less recommended.
The cuisine is primarily American with French and Italian influences. Standout dishes include the double cheeseburger, praised for its juicy patties and similarity to other top burger spots, and the sticky toffee date cake and Spanish sundae, both highly recommended desserts. The ham and chips appetizer and Caesar salad are considered good. However, the escargot is not recommended due to being rubbery, and the Chocosu dessert is also noted as a miss.
"The double cheeseburger and the sticky toffee date cake are frequently highlighted as must-try items. The French fries and Spanish sundae also receive high praise."
Overall, customers have a highly positive sentiment towards the food, particularly praising the burgers and desserts. However, the long wait times are a recurring point of dissatisfaction.
Important Note
Wait times can be very long, especially for dinner. Some dishes, like the escargot and Chocosu, have received negative reviews.
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Neutral"This user suggested trying the 'Chocosu' at The Snail, stating it offers the best of both worlds."
Positive"The Snail is mentioned as a place with good food."
Neutral"The sticky toffee pudding at this restaurant is highly recommended."
Positive"Snail was mentioned as one of the user's top 6 places for sticky toffee pudding."
Positive"The user highly recommends The Snail, stating their burger is similar to 4 Charles and their steak is perfection. They also mention it's a walk-in."
Positive"The Snail is noted as having a good burger, comparable to 4 Charles, and is a more casual option."
Neutral"The user confirms their recommendation for The Snail."
Positive"The Snail is recommended."
Positive"The Snail was listed as a potential restaurant by the commenter."
Neutral"This user states that The Snail's version of steak au poivre is fantastic."
Positive"The Snail is recommended by the commenter."
Positive"The Snail is listed among the commenter's top recommendations in Williamsburg."
Positive"This comment suggests The Snail in Greenpoint, BK for a Caesar salad."
Positive"This comment suggests The Snail in Greenpoint for a Caesar salad."
Positive"The Snail is listed as a potential option for dessert and wine."
Neutral"This user highly praises The Snail's sticky toffee pudding, claiming it is superior to other desserts mentioned in the discussion."
Positive"The Snail is recommended as a good spot for dessert and wine in the Williamsburg, Greenpoint, or LIC areas."
Positive"The Snail is recommended as a great little new place."
Positive"Lists The Snail as a recommended spot for burgers."
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