La Slowteria
“Hugo makes interesting, fresh, dishes which contain strange and delicious combinations of flavors and spices that just make us crazy!!!”
“The shrimp stuffed jalapeño ridiculously food.”
“They grow some of their own veggies in the backyard, the drinks and juices are great and it's good for dinner or brunch.”
La Slowteria
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
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Service was super slow here but the cevicheeeee.
Some of the best ceviche I've ever had. And their habenero sauce.. (It's the black one). The tacos were decent but I would go back just for the ceviche and skip the tacos.
It's weird. We're really are lacking in good Mexican options in Carroll Gardens. We've got plenty of banks, nail salons and real estate brokers, but nothing that was excellent.
If you venture further down Court Street – almost where you hit the BQE- you'll find a smallish little treat called La Slowteria. I'm not certain it's the best name to attract customers, but I've been there where it clearly takes time for their culinary expertise.
In the winter they make good use of the small space inside and are even accommodating for strollers! In the summer they have a newly renovated backyard that is a little oasis.
Don't miss out on their happy hour margaritas that are all individually made- sometimes even special flavors (try cucumber). Drink up and order La Luna as an appetizer or for the kids – it's a cheese medley or a remodified quesadilla. Also they have a secret kids menu with slightly smaller portions but the very same care and flavor. The guacamole is small, but satisfyingly made table side. (Ask for more tortillas in advance)!
For the main meals you will be ecstatic with any combo of the tacos. The Baja fish is especially noteworthy.
If you still have the time and room, the tres leches is a worthwhile splurge. Just don't try to take it to go – doesn't travel well.
Came to Slowteria based on the great reviews and it did not disappoint. The place is nice and cozy with a great vibe. We ordered the guacamole and the ceviche to start. The ceviche was great, good size to share and not spicy. We then ordered the taco sampler and it was pretty good too although it looks like the other tacos are what makes this place special. The chef or owner greeted us. He was pretty nice and very welcoming.
Been Meaning to try this place since I saw it on the Toni On show about a year ago so with my coworker in tow I finally made it here on Friday night and I wish I came in sooner. This was one of the best meals Ive had this year.
We started with the happy hour special Cucumber Margarita which was great. Perfect balance and very light. For an app we split an order of the table made Guacamole with crispy tostadas and soft charred tortillas. Again the balance of flavors was perfect and if you needed more heat they put their house made hot sauces on the table in cool eyedroppers. The ground habanero was very hot but also quite flavorful and the chipotle was nice and smoky.
For a main I got the two tacos choosing fish and shrimp and both were exceptional with wonderful smoky,spicy flavor on the seafood. They were on soft,warm blue corn tortillas with radishes and other garnishes. Served on a cute tray with a crock of very nice rice and beans with a slice of avocado and sprinkled with cheese,a small bowl of salsa,red onions,cilantro, chili powder dusted lime slice andMexican Crema.
My coworker got the seafood ceviche and a single taco a decision our awesome server helped her with and after she proclaimed herself stuffed I polished off the ceviche and the squid was insanely tender and the flavors were spot on.
The decor is adorably kitschy and the service couldnt be friendlier. We will be returning.
I am that biased ex-Californian who usually prefaces a Mexican restaurant review with, "not as good as Cali Mexican," and having recently dined here, I'm finding myself at a loss for words here.
La Slowteria is a very good Mexican restaurant, definitely not Cali-style, but in a good way. For starters, the kitchen sends out an amuse bouche of lazy tacos, a delicate and delish chopped chicken taco with pico de gallo. No cliched chips and salsa here, although they do provide you with 2 kinds of house made salsa. I noticed that they took their time executing our dinner orders, but I understood why, when the food arrived. The massive taco sampler came with one shrimp taquito and 6 different kinds of tacos, each with its own unique garnish and preparation. The scallop&bacon and the duck tacos, in particular, were phenomenal. The delicate seared scallop was cooked a little rare, and complemented the crunchy bacon perfectly. The duck was juicy and flavorful, and made for a perfect little taco. BF and I also shared the light but crispy pork taquitos, "fake fried" flat taco like patties filled with nicely spiced shredded meat. Both entrees came with the lightest and fluffiest version of beans and rice I'd ever sampled. Not Cali-greasy at all. We were totally wowed by the refined flavors and unusual preparations, and it really was a shame we did not arrive hungrier (we had in fact, just scarfed down catered sandwiches and cheese and crackers an hour earlier at an art event).
So my recommendation to you – come hungry and prepare to be blown away by La Slowteria's refined Brooklyn-style Mexican food.
Came here on a Saturday around 1pm and they were not busy at all; could be a bad thing or a good but for us it was good. We were in a rush. We were quickly greeted by a waitress with menus and she was very pleasant. They offer their entire menu during brunch time which is a plus. They only have two items under their brunch section. We ordered a margarita to share and for appetizer we shared the seafood ceviche. The drink was well made but not my style (it seemed to be on the lighter side) and the ceviche was huge for the price ($15), enough to share for two. It came with a side of fried tortilla (whole pieces, not cut up). We had to order another order of tortilla to finish the ceviche. The ceviche is definitely a 5/5 dish, highly recommended. For entree we had the eggs ranchero with steak and taco platter (1 duck and 1 fish of the day). Everything on the ranchero dish was good except for the STEAK! I got 3 pieces, I REALLY MEAN 3 PIECES OF STEAK (OVERLY COOKED) FOR $8! (Please see my pic for proof) I was livid but chose to internalize it and let it out now. I don't know if they dropped a piece or two on its way out but I have never felt more robbed then I did when I received that dish. So sad. Again, everything else was good on that plate except for the steak. Like cmon? For the taco platter, the duck was very good, juicy and just the right amount of fat. However, the fish (flounder) was not that great. I guess flounder fillets should be batter and deep fried because without it, it just seemed bland. The platter came with a side of rice and beans. After finishing our entrees, we decided to share their chocolate flan dessert. Tasted pretty good but portion was very small.
To sum up my story: 2 drinks, 1 app, 2 entrees and a dessert $102 + tax and tip. You be the judge.
One of the best meals I've had in a long time.
I knew I was in for a treat when the kitchen sent over a small starter at no charge. That was followed up by huevos rancheros that was cooked to specifications. (Scrambled and no cheese) and was both delightful and satisfying. The people were so nice and followed up to make sure everything was ok. The eggs were served on a flavorful corn based tortilla that was firm. Small side of beans and rice coupled with a small amount of corn within a small ring of sliced onion, completed the presentation. I like the small seating at the bar and can't wait to go back in the warmer months to check out the outdoor seating.
Lil, quaint mexican-inspired food joint.
The decor inside is nice and very casual.
The prices are a bit steep for what I consider to be just "ok" food. It is a bit on the eclectic side as well…
We ordered the tortillas with guacomole which is prepared table side. They bring over an avocado that has been peeled, halved and with the seed removed along with a tiny cup filled with chopped extras (all of the extras in one cup). The concept is noce but in true fashion, this is not actual table side guac (Yes, I am being snotty about it lol). If you want real, delicous, made to your taste tableside guac try Rosa Mexicano's (my fav mexican). The tortillas and chips are not your traditional style. They are wafer shaped and the tortillas kind of crumble when you break them apart.
The sangria was tasty but did not have any fruit inside (though they garnishit with an orange peel).
The servers were friendly, and cordial.