Brick Cafe
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| MONDAY | : | 5:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
| TUESDAY | : | 5:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 5:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
| THURSDAY | : | 5:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
| FRIDAY | : | 5:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
| SATURDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 4:30PM |
| SUNDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 4:30PM |
Customer Reviews (72 reviews)
Represent0the0ppl
on Citysearch Sep 03, 2009We had a great salad for an app - it was delicious! My boyfriend's entree was very good also, however, my dish was nothing but horrible! I had the duck - so do not order that dish from there - the meat was discusting, but the... (more)
green01
on Citysearch Jan 06, 2009I went to Brick a number of times. The food is nothing special but it?s one of the nicest places I?ve ever been to in Astoria. I?ve tried their burgers and all main dishes with seafood ? they were all pretty good. I also... (more)
ria08
on Citysearch Oct 25, 2008I just had dinner with my boyfriend last night at Brick Cafe. It was our first time going, and because I was so pleased by the experience I decided to write my first ever review on citysearch. The atmosphere for one thing... (more)
suzieq82
on Citysearch Sep 16, 2008We went for appetizers and dessert a few months ago. The drinks were good & the apps were great. For dessert, we ordered the "Chocolate Bomb." It sounded good, but when we got it, it was stale & rather tasteless. The very... (more)
souldusa
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2008I moved in NYC from France 7 years ago, working as chef in small Manhattan restaurant and spending a lot of time out dinning and looking for new ideas. I am so happy becouse I discovered Brick Cafe, the unique place in... (more)
PerpetuallyNauseous
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2008The food tastes maybe one step above wedding food. The service is really inconsistent. There are a few staff members who are amazing, but far and few between. We've been long time customers and each time we go there... (more)
letseatsumcake
on Citysearch Jun 12, 2008whoa, guys, they did the same thing to me! Took my cake, stuck it in a fridge, and then were all like, "Cake? What cake?" And then I noticed they had cake crumbs around their mouths and frosting on their fingers. so let... (more)
grtctyskr
on Citysearch May 26, 2008I am hooked on Brick Cafe. After going there for brunch one Saturday, we have been returning every week. I have tried quite a few things on their menu and they are all so good that I am hard-pressed to pick favorites. The... (more)
citylyfe
on Citysearch May 21, 2008This is one of my favorite restaurants in Astoria. It is consistently good. The food is delicious, the atmosphere and service are great. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 09, 2008Independent of one another, two friends of mine have termed this place evil yuppie joint. I don't agree with that assessment--there aren't enough yuppies in Astoria to really even sustain a yuppie joint, and if... (more)
polesfromkrakow
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2008We've eaten here several times over the last few years and have found no significant improvements in the food. The menu remains largely the same and the food is not well-prepared with the pasta generally being... (more)
kbnugget
on Citysearch Jan 31, 2008I perused some of the other reviews & can see how some of the negative reactions could happen. I dined on a Sat. nite @ Brick Cafe' w/ my bf. He ordered the seafood chowder to start & the veal for his entree. I ordered the... (more)
PeterInAstoria
on Citysearch Jan 22, 2008Good for brunch and a night out with friends. The service can be slow, but the food is pretty good. I really like their baccala and polenta appetizer. Wine list could be better. (more)
hanjib
on Citysearch Dec 20, 2007We love this place. Been going here for a few years now. The food, atmosphere and service are great. My only complaint is that the menu never really changes. (more)
astoryia
on Citysearch Dec 07, 2007This was one of the first places I had gone too since I have moved to astoria and I have found that the place had a nice atmosphere. but the service was sub-par and the food was nothing special. It was recommended to me,... (more)
wesleydumont
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2007My wife was introduced to Brick Cafe a month ago by a friend. They went for brunch enjoyed themselves. The next week, my wife and I went there for dinner. With the exception of the door always flying open in the cold wind,... (more)
hh_ny
on Citysearch Sep 22, 2007It was so nice to find this place my accident ...after dinner we were looking for a place to have a last drink no loud music or dress code ..what a nice place so relaxing and cozy..We are coming back for brunch!!!!! keep... (more)
superad13
on Citysearch Sep 02, 2007i love this place. great brunch, dinner, everything. reasonable prices. seating outside. its all good! (more)
joandrockiy
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2007If you are willing to try anything once, then this is the place for you. My five year old cousin had a birthday party at McDonald's, you know, the fast food restaurant. Where for dessert, a carvel ice cream cake was... (more)
esutt
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2007I live near Brick Cafe and was really looking forward to trying dinner there after having a fantastic brunch a few months ago. The dinner menu itself sounded amazing. Unfortunately, the food simply did not deliver.... (more)
loki212
on Citysearch Apr 26, 2007Great food...good service once you got seated....hostess was a little rude...But I definitely enjoyed my experience. Good place for a date or to just hang out with friends. (more)
summermama
on Citysearch Apr 11, 2007In early March 2007, after searching on citysearch, we came across Brick, which we had been to a few times before. We needed to make a quick decision. It was Saturday night and we wanted to celebrate my husbands... (more)
midsummer
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2007I don't even know where to start. I have lived in Astoria for two years and just tried Brick. We arrived about 6:30 p.m. on a Saturday and from the moment we were seated (promptly) to the moment we walked out the door,... (more)
angelwingsny
on Citysearch Feb 26, 2007I come out here from the city at least once a week to dine with friends. The service is always great and the food always delicious. Cute, cozy and an excellant wine list. Recommended... (more)
nyboston
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2007I love the atmosphere. The brunch is good, but I really like their dinner menu. The staff is very helpful and they have a good wine list. (more)
cbmw
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2007I've been to Brick several times recently. I agree with previous reviewers about having a few less tables and lowering the volume of the music but overall I really like this restaurant. I especially like the bread and... (more)
jen0707
on Citysearch Jan 06, 2007It's a cute place for brunch, if you like a kind of fake American country/psuedo Euro atmosphere. E.i., distressed paint trim. The brunch food is decent; not spectacular. The omelets, are a bit overcooked. The eggs... (more)
lightfan
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2006First off, let's get this out of the way -- the food isn't all that great, at least for the price. That said, everything else was wonderful, all that I could have hoped for and more. The decor, the ambience, the crowd, and... (more)
shanigirl
on Citysearch Sep 13, 2006This is by far my favorite place to eat in Astoria. It can be romantic or just a casual time with friends. I found my favorite wine while eating here which I have yet to find in any store. I totally recommend you try this... (more)
beckybenn
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2006Dinner was fantastic! Decent wine list. Great Service. Tons of specials and a diverse menu. I'd been wanting to go to Brick for a long time, and it was totally worth it. It was a bit on the pricey side, but delicious. The... (more)
mpopsht
on Citysearch Jul 16, 2006Every time I go to Brick whether it's for dinner or just for drinks I always have a good time! The service is great, and no matter what I order from the menu it's always delicious. If you want a place you can just go and... (more)
thatdudefromthatplace
on Citysearch Jul 08, 2006I've been here for dinner twice, the place has a great setting and ambiance. It's a good restaurant to go for a date. The food is pretty good, despite the above - average prices. They serve a little dish of olive pate once... (more)
dreamerboy
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2006I was really excited when I found this place shortly after moving to Astoria because it seemed like it would be a touch of Manhattan in dull Queens. The atmosphere is cute and cozy, with outdoor seating.... (more)
destineeny
on Citysearch Feb 01, 2006We stumbled onto this place after we moved to Astoria. My husband and I go there on 'date' nights and even my teenage stepdaughters love the place. The food is above par and the ambience is so cozy. The bar next door gets... (more)
nygrk
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2006Food was bad for the price (risotto was very bad). Service was horrible. Also it was very crowded and noisy for the atmosphere. Maybe in times when it's not crowded it is romantic. (more)
chome
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2006I live in Astoria. Restraurants in Astoria tend to serve average food in great price. This place serves average food, tiny portion, in high price. I understood that I paid for the deco.... (more)
camila1972
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2006I had a horrible experience with my shrimp salad, they charged me a fortune for a plate of greens and ONLY 3 small shrimps. I'll never go back! (more)
lilla76
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2005We love this place. Food and service are always great. Nice ambiance. However prices are a bit much for Queens and the menu has not been changed in the past 3 years. (more)
jwnyc
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2005I'm not sure what some of the recent reviewers were expecting - you want salty food at any restuarant, then sorry, you're probably gonna have to add salt! My wife and I eat here pretty often - it's just down the street,... (more)
tina1975
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2005I moved in the Area Several months ago, and could not wait to dine at this restaurant. What a disappointment. I went there with a party of 5. Each dish ordered (all different) was worse than the other. What a mistake!... (more)
samara131
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2005I don't understand all these good reviews. Maybe it was a new chef, but the food was very mediocre. I never put salt on my food (especially at restaurants) but I used it here. I noticed other people at other tables doing... (more)
barb1022
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2005I have no idea what the last reviewer was talking about, I do know why it has such a high rating. The food is good, the service is not bad at all, they are always packed, and everytime I went had no complaints. So trust me, it... (more)
May W.
on Judys Book Nov 05, 2005This place is too cute.Cute bistro like place with ambiance and good foodGreat place to have dinner with friends or maybe even a first date. The atmosphere is cozy and dim lit with the interior looking like somewhere... (more)
Stephen W.
on Judys Book Oct 06, 2005I dont know how it has such a high rating on other sites. The food is nothing stupendous, and the service is way below par. Who has ever been to arestaurant that takes your cake to refridgerate it and then refuses to serve... (more)
stephenw
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2005I dont know how it has such a high rating. The food is nothing stupendous, and the service is way below par. Who has ever been to a restaurant that takes your cake to refridgerate it and then refuses to serve your cake... (more)
eejit
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2005Aesthetically it's lovely. The waitress came to our table once for our order, but then we were tended to by who I thought was the hostess. That's okay, but it's hard to judge what tip to leave since we didn't know who it's... (more)
fiurfly
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2005I have not once been disappointed by Brick. The service is wonderful, the food is delicious everytime. I usually order the specials but if not there are at least 5 great dishes that I would choose from any given night.... (more)
sparx
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2005If you want Manhattan, stay in Manhattan; this is a great local place with a pretty good wine list and a very talented chef. I don't know that I have ever been disappointed by the standard menu or the specials. If there is... (more)
anniemayi
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2005If you don't feel like a trek into Manhattan, stay in Astoria and go to Brick. It's a great date place - the food is good but expensive. The atmosphere is romantic. But the service is slow and confusing. And, every time... (more)
iseut
on Citysearch Jun 21, 2005Good food! Not too fat, no deep fried... is it NY? The food is delicious, healthy, fresh! (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 18, 2005Brick has all the ingredients of a successful local joint -- great and HUGE cocktails, tasty food, nice vibe -- with the added benefit of being a pleasant place to eat (outside) during better weather. While some of... (more)
laurafew
on Citysearch May 09, 2005Even if Brick wasn't right down the street from me, I'd travel out to Astoria for it! The food really is amazing (and quite unlike anything else in the neighborhood) by any standards, and the ambiance and staff are... (more)
babag
on Citysearch May 03, 2005I normally don't take time to do this kind of thing but after going to Brick I felt I wanted to let them know about my experience. From the minute we walked in to the moment we left it was a great experience. The feel of the... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Apr 28, 2005Rustic European-style restaurant serves Italian and French cuisine to romancing couples, while groups of friends hit the attached cozy bar. (more)
billpro1
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2005I finally came out to this place from Manhattan..... I should have stayed in Manahattan. Loved the decor of the place, however I was waiting for a waitress for about 10 min. Drinks were OK, nothing to rave too much... (more)
tenten
on Citysearch Mar 16, 2005Recently had bridal shower for my sister at Brick Cafe. Great food, cozy space and excellent service. I looked at many other places- this by far was a perfect choice. Looking forward to coming back-keep up the good... (more)
ladydi02
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2005This is a great place to unwind or meet up with friends for drinks in their rear cafe. But their food leaves much to be desired. Everything is smothered in heavy, greasy cheese and oilso much so that you can't taste the... (more)
rossi
on Citysearch Feb 27, 2005This is "no questions asked" the best place in Astoria. I was reading some of these rewievs and i don't even know what are you talking about. At least 10 times went there and every single time is the same - Exelent- fod and... (more)
ethoani
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2005i love this place for dinner... they have a very nice menu and the service is very good they take care of you when your there.... you should try it (more)
kate201
on Citysearch Nov 29, 2004My bf lives on the same block so we have plenty of chances to go there but we never go after 3 visits. Yes, their decor is very warming and trendy but their food is worse than any diner food i've had. They make it look... (more)
sarre
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2004The ambiance here is wonderful, which is why its such a shame the food drastically fails to live up to it. I've eaten there twice - dinner was overcooked and boring grilled shrimp and bland pasta. For two, with wine and... (more)
wineturtle
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2004Wineturtle has only snacked so its back to try the grub. Wine has had C-Tails at the bar(SUPRISE!!!) and was happy. B-tender actually can use Boston Shaker in the correct way,rare for new breed of "drink Chefs" .... (more)
lulu68
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2004From the moment you walk in to the second you leave you forget that your in New York let alone Astoria. Every detail is taken care of from fresh flowers on every table to the creative menu in both style and options.... (more)
honestopinon
on Citysearch May 17, 2004A very consistant, well prepared meal in Astoria. Charming decor and friendly staff. They offer an amazing Brunch that shouldn't be missed. The could improve their champagne choice and offer more by the glass.... (more)
jenbo
on Citysearch Sep 14, 2003this neighborhood was in dire need of a restaurant with atmosphere and brick cafe fit the bill beautifully - and the food is great! it is consistently good and the service is right on. i've had fantastic fish and pasta... (more)
notgoth007
on Citysearch May 29, 2003you really need to check this place out one night. Wonderful food, cozy setting and really personable service here. Will certainly return. Astoria needs more places like this! (more)
Mitiko
on Citysearch Feb 17, 2003This place is a jewel in Astoria. Highly recommend brunch, sophisticated and elegant, this place stands out like a sore thumb in Astoria. Do the trek and you will not be disappointed, before it becomes popular, enjoy... (more)
MellowYellow
on Citysearch Feb 04, 2003The atmosphere is of an European bistro, Amelie soundtrack playing in the background, wonderful, sweet servers and delicious food. Love it all, especially for brunch!! (more)
Michael_Bolton
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2003I hate being wrong and hearing my lady tell me that she told me so but I have to give it to her. Brick Cafe is great! Romanticly dimly lit, the meals are prepared with detail and the waitstaff are good looking and... (more)
cam66
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2003Just a stones throw outside the city, is the perfect little brunch site. The hostess is a local girl with an infectious smile that makes you feel right at home. The menu has a multitude of temptations that carries you... (more)
cmurphypac
on Citysearch Dec 26, 2002The cafe is airy and bright with a cheerful atmosphere. The staff are professional and friendly. The hardest decision was what to choose of the menu, my complements to the chef! Brick cafe captures the essence of the... (more)