Monday marks the beginning of Restaurant Week, Grand Street’s semi-annual restaurant event! From January 22nd to February 4th, you’ll have the opportunity to try 16 of Grand Street’s restaurants both new and old at lower than ever prices. 16 of the best eats in Williamsburg are offering 3-course prix fixe dinners at discounted rates from $20 to $35 in North Brooklyn’s annual celebration of local cuisine. With all these offerings on 6 blocks, it might be difficult to make a decision. This guide is here to give you all the answers to why you should visit each participating restaurant on Grand Street, and what you can order for the best experience. Each of the following restaurants and bars has special Restaurant Week menus, so just ask if you don’t see one.
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Critically Acclaimed on Grand
All pasta at Ammazzacaffè is made in-house
AMMAZZACAFFÈ—$35
Winner of a coveted Bib Gourmand title from Micheline Guide, Ammazzacaffè has already built its reputation for affordable fine dining at its best. Be sure to try the Tartare crostino with sea trout, Lettuga salad with Botarga, and sunchokes as an appetizers. For your entree, try the Reginette—pasta with pork shoulder ragu — it’s a perfect dish. Finish the night with their daily dessert offering for the perfect date or special night out on Grand Street.
The Backyard Burger from BK Jani
BK JANI—$35
There are a lot of burger joints in Williamsburg, but only BK Jani’s burgers come with mint chutney as a sauce option. Featured on Infatuation’s Best Restaurants in Williamsburg, you can’t go wrong with a burger here. They’re offering Two Lamb Chops to start, then any burger of your choosing. We recommend The Jani Burger; ½ pound of custom blend ground beef, cooked medium rare, mint chutney at the bottom, grilled tomato and a touch of raita. Included in their special is a soda or one of their house drinks.
Grand Street Classics
GRAND MORELOS—$29.50
727 Grand Street — menu
A Grand Street staple, Grand Morelos has been with the neighborhood day and night for decades. The late-night diner & bakery has seen us all at our finest and not-so-fine hours. The Grand Morelos bakery is also one of the better-kept secrets of our food scene, so take advantage. Guacamole & Chips is our go-to appetizer, but we also recommend the Chicken Wings if you’re extra hungry. Bistec Con Camarones (Steak & Shrimp) for your entree will fill you if the app didn’t, but try to save room for the Tres Leches. Flan and NY Cheescake are your other options for dessert. Once you’ve fallen in love with Grand Morelos stop back in for affordable cookies & doughnuts from the bakery and amazing iced coffee (not just by diner standards) any time you want - literally.
Shawarma from Dar525
DAR525—$23
525 Grand Street — menu
A Grand Street classic, Dar525 just celebrated its 12th year on Grand Street back in February. Serving up Middle Eastern classics, Dar525 is offering extreme value to Restaurant Week’s with four courses for only $23. You can start with hummus or babaganouj, but they’re offering other apps as well. Next you can choose from kibbeh or a cheese and parsley roll. For the main course you’ve got a variety of protein choices including the vegan falafel and the not-so vegan chicken shawarma. Top your dinner off with baklava or basbous for a fantastic four-course meal at amazing value. (Cover photo for this article is @ Dar 525)
HAAB—$35
202 Leonard Street — menu
This Grand Street classic has been serving classic and vegan friendly Mexican food to the neighborhood for years. We recommend starting with the Elote Placero, offered in a both vegan and non vegan option. Follow that up with some classic Birria Tacos - or if you’re eating plant based go with their Seitan Fajitas. Birria Tacos with a Margarita simply is a must - if you have more of a sweet tooth go with the Tres Leches.
THE CLONARD—$25
506 Grand Street — menu
Known for their lager and bar food staples, The Clonard has been open for just over a year but is already Grand Street Classic. They’re offering bar staples Mozzarella Sticks and Jalapeño Poppers to get the appetite going. Then you can enjoy an 8oz burger, with the option of going for a Beyond Burger if you’re looking for a vegan option. Enjoy a Clonard Lager, or a glass of Pinot Grigio if you’re feeling classy, with your meal for the full bar eatery experience.
Pupusas from Bahia
BAHIA—$25
690 Grand Street — menu
Bahia has been on Grand Street for over 20 years, serving up pupusas and other delicious Salvadorian dishes. We recommend you start with their famous Pupusas; you can choose from a wide variety of options but some favorites include the revueltas pupusa stuffed with pork, refried beans, and cheese, or jalapeño pupusas .For the main entrée enjoy their delicious Carne Asada, Pollo Sorpresa, or Tilapia al Sarten. A glass of either Sangria or Wine is included in your meal, alongside a delicious slice of Amaretto Cheese Cake to finish.
MAMA PHO—$20
580 Grand Street — menu
The most affordable of all of this year’s Restaurant Week deals goes to Mama Pho - a classic Grand Street Vietnamese restaurant that’s been dishing out delicious Pho for over a decade. Start with the Shrimp Summer Roll, and then choose between your two Pho options: Ribeye Pho or Chicken Pho. Finish your meal with a refreshing Lemon Green Tea to cap off a cozy dinner.
Filling Favorites!
TACO EDITION—$24
800 Grand Street — menu
Taco Edition variety of Taqueria classics never disappoints. The prix fixe menu starts with a choice of Esquites, Chips and Guacamole, or Fried Sweet Plaintains. We, of course, recommend any of these delicious options. With three hearty options to choose from for dinner, our favorite are the Nachos. Don’t miss out on this tasty dish that comes with chicken or as a vegetarian dish. Churros are for dessert, served with a chocolate sauce it’s the cherry on top of a perfect meal - if that’s not your speed you could also grab a beer instead!
Chicken from Mad for Chicken
MAD FOR CHICKEN—$25
617 Grand Street — menu
There’s no better place to go for classic Korean Fried Chicken than Grand Street’s very own Mad For Chicken! Swing by and start with their 4-Piece Dumpling to get you appetized. For the main, we recommend their Chicken and Fries Combo: you’re gonna go Mad for this Chicken. If you’re feeling a different vibe, their Bulgogi over Rice is also fantastic. Alongside your meal you can enjoy a glass of Sangria or a beer.
LA CHACRA—$32
613 Grand Street — menu
La Chacra’s got traditional Peruvian cuisine straight from the “Chacra” or farm in Spanish. Our most recent Get to Know Grand story covered the awesome story of La Chacra, and now they’re here for their first Restaurant Week! Begin your meal with a delicous Ceviche de Pescado if you’re feeling seafood, or their Papa Rellena: a golden fried potato stuffed with beef stew, onions, olives, and eggs. For the main entree we reccomend the Lomo Saltado, strips of skirt steak sauteed with onions, tomatoes in a soy sauce served with fries and white rice, or the Arroz con Mariscos, a classic Peruvian Paella. Enjoy your dinner alongside either a beer or Punta Sal Margarita.
Brisket Pho from Lucy’s Vietnamese
649A Grand Street — menu
Lucy’s Vietnamese is coming in hot with it’s second Restaurant Week on Grand Street. Coming in at $22, Lucy’s is offering a Summer Roll, a bowl of Pho or a Bánh mì, and one of either their of their in house made Vietnamese Coffee or Iced Tea. At the core of Lucy’s dishes is its brisket which is smoked for 14 hours. They also offer other proteins including chicken, vegan chicken, and tofu. With a wide array of proteins available in their dishes, Lucy’s is covering all bases. If all of those options overwhelm you, you can’t go wrong with their signature Brisket Pho paired with the refreshing House Iced Tea.
Curry from Thip Osha
THIP OSHA—$25
795 Grand Street — menu
This Thai spot nearby the Grand Street L station always feels cozy. With a diverse prix fixe menu, Thip Osha has altogether 50 combinations to choose from. There is surely something that will please everyone from curry to noodles to fried rice. Out of all of those choices, our favorites are the Thom Yum soup to start and the Pad Thai noodle with your protein of choice for the main entree. You can’t go wrong with the delicious Coconut Custard for dessert. Stop by this tiny spot for big flavors.
CAFÉ ZOUAVE —$35
759 Grand Street — menu
Grand Street’s newest French Bistro has arrived to Restaurant Week, bringing with it delicious cuisine! Start with the Onion Soup for a classic French appetizer. For the main entree you’ll have some difficulty choosing between 8oz NY Strip with Frites, Salad, and Peppercorn sauce and their Roasted Salmon with Ratatouille and Mash Potatoes — be warned a bite of the Ratatouille may send you into a flashback reminiscing on a favorite childhood memory. Finish your meal with a Crepe Suzette with a butter and orange sauce, or a sweet Tarte Tatin with vanilla ice cream. There is no wrong option at Café Zouave, we guarantee you’ll have a fantastic evening dining on delicious French cuisine.
A tostada from Los Tacos Mcondo
LOS TACOS MCONDO—$28
502 Grand Street — menu
Los Tacos Mcondo is a classic taqueria, offering some awesome deals this time around. They are cash only - so make sure to come prepared! Start with their Corn on the Cob for a fun bite before you dig into their wide variety of main courses: Burritos, Nachos, Tostadas, Quesadillas, Enchilladas, or a Queso Fundido with Chorizo. You wont find this many options at most other participating restaurants! End your meal with some refreshing and delicious fruit, with your choice of a Mexican Mango with lime, salt, and chili powder or Churros that also come with a side of fruit.
