21 Greenpoint - Brooklyn

I love the chilled-out atmosphere at this restaurant, it's got a really cool vibe. Their brunch menu is fantastic, with a wide range of delicious options to pick from. I especially appreciate that they cook with a wood fire grill, it gives the dishes a special touch.

The food at this restaurant is mediocre, not exceptional, and the decor has not changed through the last three different restaurant concepts. I was surprised to see a $32 price tag on a plate of pasta, and even more taken aback by an undisclosed credit card service fee added to the bill at the end. The server's snide response to my request to remove the fee when paying cash left a bad taste in my mouth. In total, we spent over $100 on 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, and no drinks before factoring in any tip. Be prepared to spend a significant amount of money at this establishment.

The outdoor dining area is charming, but the food is average. The Dutch baby dish is disappointing, not resembling a traditional Dutch baby at all and overly saturated in butter. The prices are a bit high, especially considering that most entrees do not come with any sides. There are better brunch options in the area.

I typically do not write reviews for restaurants, but I feel compelled to share my experience as the existing reviews are very misleading. If they accurately reflected the quality of the restaurant, my fiancé and I would have never chosen to dine here. We visited this restaurant after a wonderful evening, only to discover it was incredibly underwhelming. Despite the restaurant being nearly empty, the service was extremely slow. We waited over an hour for our food, which was a huge disappointment. The dishes were bland to the point where it seemed like dissatisfaction was the only flavoring used. The prices of the entrees do not align with the quality of the food. Additionally, the restroom was disgustingly dirty. I highly recommend choosing a different restaurant if you have the option. Skip this one.

Great service. Interesting limited menu. Meals are well prepared. A very well thought out beverage program. I would go again.