Fort Defiance
“Drinks were fantastic — in particular, the Cucumber Collins and the Admiral Martini (Plymouth Gin, orange bitters) topped the fave list.”
“More options and the hash browns are the most delish little crispy golden treats.”
“Huevos rancheros are the best I have had in a while- fantastic service and quick.”
Fort Defiance
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Came here while visiting Red Hook and saw this place was highly rated. We waited for about 20 minutes for a table and was seated on a nice saturday morning..and then somewhat forgotten. I felt that during our meal, they were a bit slow in serving us. A table that was seated after us was given their food before us I noticed. I guess I can understand because it was quite a busy time for them but found it a bit unfortunate at the same time.
Food though was good for a brunch. I got the Biscuit Egg Sandwich which was good. What made it special was definitely the jalapeno jam. Definitely an unique add on that really raised the bar for an egg biscuit sandwich.
If in the area, I would recommend it but I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to Red Hook for it.
I must have been here a dozen times for brunch and this place never disappoints!!! The biscuit egg sandwich is to die for and the omelette of the day is usually quite delicious! Service is friendly and prompt. Drinks are great! I love that they serve brunch all week, not just on the weekend…
For years now I have been eyeing this beauty and wanting to go. It has been for such a long time that the menu has changed.
I love the deco and thought that the service was acceptable but I did not like the food. I had the Charleston because it looks so amazing on pictures and was extremely disappointed. The greens were way to salty. The corn bread was on the dry side. With these two components not being up to par there wasn't much to enjoy. I always take my leftovers home unless like in this case I don't care for the food that I leave them.
I will admit that when I asked what was most popular the Charleston wasn't one of the dishes mentioned perhaps I should have gone with a house recommendation.
Nice local bar. Not worth a trip. I stopped by after taking the Ikea ferry to Brooklyn. Maybe a ten minute walk from the pier.
I started with a very nice Ramos Gin Fizz.
Brunch menu was OK but I need to try more of the menu before adding an extra star.
After a second visit for lunch – a solid three rating. Not special enough to be worth four stars but I will go back. Staff is very amiable and prices are inexpensive for decent/good food.
Four stars purely for the drinks and the smiles. We were there between meal service (which was a little odd on a weekend but I won't judge even though I really really want to because I was hungry and excited to be here, but ok ok I won't judge I will only report the experience as it played out). There were some small plates available so we ordered the cheese sandwich and a couple of cocktails to tide us over before seeking out more food elsewhere. The cocktails were fantastic. I mean, they were smooth, well constructed, and the right blend of alcohol and flavor. They were terrific anytime cocktails and I'd sit and sip a cocktail there anytime. The cocktails made up for the lackluster snack food. I want to believe that the food is better during regular meal service, but based on the little I sampled I didn't get the impression that the food is worth rushing back for. The grilled cheddar sandwich was surprisingly cheap quality. But the cocktails. Yeah, the cocktails really are where it's at.
BRUNCH REVIEW: incredible good! I love Red Hook, and I finally made it here for brunch. I arrived with two friends at 11:30, and we got seated right away. Our server was super nice and suggested what to eat, based on our taste.
I got normal scramble eggs, with on a side bacon, potatoes pancakes, and toasted bread with butter. It could seem an easy meal, sort of the usual, but no. This is the most complicated, and Fort Defiance won my best prize! Eggs were really creamy, bacon was crunchy and super tasty, toasts were freshly baked, delicious and buttered, and the potatoes pancakes.. OMG. Similar to the best latkes.
On top of everything the atmosphere is chill; great music in the background, some nice art on the walls, and lovely color tables. I can't wait to go back. I kind of want to move to Red Hook to eat here more often!
The breakfast sandwich is sick! It really is amazingly delicious. I also love the cornbread. I visited (finally) after reading about the their Pina Colada in NYMag's new list of the absolute best things in New York. The Pina Colada wasn't on the menu, but the bartender made it for me anyway, and it was quite tasty and well presented.
This is a great brunch spot in Red Hook, and I highly recommend it. The menu is simple, thoughtful, and all of us enjoyed our food.
Will be back.
Great brunch spot in Red Hook Brooklyn. Still dreaming about that cheddar egg cheese on a biscuit sandwich with has brown on the side.
Cute small spot with awesome service.