Bar Bruno
“This is out favorite neighborhood spot: good for a beer, or a bloody, or a drink-drink.”
“They have nice outdoor seating and a stylish-warm indoor decor, so you can't go wrong with either.”
“First of all as many other reviewers said the decor is cute and welcoming, very bistro.”
Bar Bruno
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Happy Hour: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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I recently moved to Carroll Gardens, and this place has become my favorite in the neighborhood (along with a few celebrities I see there too). It also happens to be in the running for my favorite Mexican in NYC (along with Javelina and Rocking Horse Cafe). Everything here is amazing. The frozen margaritas, served in a mason jar, are all fantastic. I love the passion fruit one particularly. The elote grilled corn here is phenomenal. I thought I had experienced the best elote known to America in Phoenix at Gallo Blanco until I came here, and even my Phoenix friends admit that this is better.
But here's what really amazes me about Bar Bruno. The fish tacos. I have lived in Southern California for 10 years. I'm a regular at places like Wahoo's in Laguna Beach. When I moved to NYC, I never expected to find fish tacos this good here. The fish is freshly battered (think the best fish and chips you've ever had), and three tacos make for a very satisfying meal for me. All of my California friends that have visited agree that these are on par, if not the best.
I also enjoyed the chilaquiles here, but it just seemed that it needed more meat or protein to make it a substantial dish. It is a perfect one for vegetarians.
I'm still trying out things here, but so far everything is excellent. The service is friendly and impeccable. I rarely wait very long, even on a busy night. It's all good. I'm a huge fan.
We had a craving for some Mexican food. Bar Bruno was in walking distance, so we made it happen.
Started with corn all around. Really fantastic. I really loved the corn.
For the main course, we went with the fish tacos and pork belly tacos. Both very good. I liked the pork better, while my wife preferred the fish. (I think they were both too different to go back and forth.) Throw in a can of Tacate, and you are all set.
We finished the meal with some churros. Tasty stuff.
Overall, we were pleased with the service and food. Go eat tacos. It's lovely!
(Then grab a loaf of lard bread across the street for the walk home.)
Only stopped by for brunch drinks, but they were cheap before 4pm ($5 for a Bloody Mary) and delicious (oh so spicy with a generous stalk of celery). Good place to sit on the sidewalk and people/dog watch as well. Nice waitresses. Hope to be back to try the food, as the menu looked tempting.
Coming from southern CA, authentic Mexican food (no, Tex-Mex is not Mexican food) is always a challenge to find in NY. However, this is one of my favorite places in BK! This place is definitely worth the trip if you're coming from Manhattan or Queens. It's a great excuse to get good, cheap food that is outside of the tourist traps. Upon entering, everyone is really friendly and welcoming towards you! It's nice that it's not one of the snobbish places that turn you off. It's relaxing and welcoming here. Honestly a great Mexican place which is hard to come by here.
The service is always amazing. Even when they're super busy, they still make it work which is something that doesn't happen to often in the area.
The guac is a must! Definitely get it because it doesn't get much better than theirs. Pork belly tacos are super tasty and filling. Order a margarita (or two, or three) because you will NOT be disappointed. The cucumber margarita is one of my favorites because it is soooo refreshing. I would avoid the frozen margaritas because I've had better and they were pretty watered down in the end.
4 stars because maybe I'm being a little biased, but coming from southern CA I expected a lot more from the fish tacos. They seemed a little bland and boring for my taste. On the many times I've been here, I've only ordered them once. I will maybe try them again when I go back but until then, I would hold out on the fish tacos.
Definitely give this place a try if you're craving Mexican food. This is as good as it gets in the neighborhood!
Atmosphere: Such a nice little spot. Dim lighting, a handful of tables (not too large inside) with bar seating and service as well.
Food: We had the guac and chips with salsa. Chips were great and the guac was pretty decent. Could've had more of a kick to it but I'm sure they will accommodate upon request. Also had the fish tacos (they are lightly fried) which I definitely recommend. Good size portions. Next time I will be trying the corn for sure.
Drinks: Okay, so I had the Hibiscus Margarita and was in LOVE. Friend got a mezcal based rita which I'm not a fan of but he enjoyed it. HIGHLY reco the Hibiscus though. It had spices on the rim, and was pretty to look at too 🙂
Come here for a date night or for after work drinks with some of your cos.
Always good food here, pretty decent prices, casual and great outdoor seating. Always neighborhood folks here. Fish tacos good, as is the chicken slaw.
Mmm I had such an amazing brunch here!!! I came here on a beautiful, sunny Saturday for brunch with my husband and sat outside on the sidewalk. We were starving so we decided to start with the churros con chocolate which were delicious and the perfect starter to hold us over while waiting for our mains. We were having a difficult time choosing between all of the delicious items listed and decided to split the butterscotch pancakes and Huevos Rancheros.
The Butterscoth pancakes were my favorite! I have a MAJOR sweet tooth- the combination of butterscotch chips in the pancakes along with the banana brûlée and maple pecan was insane! They were so good, I wished that I hadn't decided to split them with my hubby. Luckily, they're so huge I'm not sure I could have finished them myself anyway. The Huevos Rancheros were good, but you can't really go wrong when ordering these.
For brunch, they also have $5 frozen margaritas, mimosas and blood marys. I will definitely be back for brunch and cannot wait to try dinner!
It started to rain while we left our first destination so we decided to grab something light at Bar Bruno. We sat at the front of the restaurant in our own little corner.
Small Plate:
Spicy Wings – very yummy but not too HOT thank god and didn't dip in the green sauce because I had a feeling it was avocado which one of my friend's use for her french fries
Kale Dip – this was yummy as well since I never had kale in the first place
Oyster Mushroom Tostada – my friend felt the spice was unbearable for her to eat the rest of the dish
Side:
French Fries – thin cut which is my favorite
Definitely a local spot to the people who live around there as it got pretty busy and people waiting for a table!