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These days, using seasonal, local, and organic ingredients are old tricks for New York's top caliber restaurants. Rose Water, the Park Slope neighborhood spot opened in 2000 by John Tucker, formerly of Savoy, is no exception to this market rule. Champions of the earth's bounty and offering a perpetually changing menu, Rose Water is celebrating its seventh anniversary this year as a neighborhood fixture in its Union Street (between 5th & 6th Avenue) location.
Why do people love Rose Water? First of all, try the reasonable prices, the awning-covered outdoor seating, the homey flowers, the table salt, and the mellow ambiance of a wood-planked room, neither too sparse nor too crowded. And most importantly, there's the food--seasonal American cuisine with a Mediterranean flare.
Gothamist visited Rose Water for a recent brunch and opted for outdoor seating under their bright red awning. The brunch menu features a selection of organic egg dishes, sandwiches, a vegetarian option (black truffle grits with escarole and poached eggs), pancakes and waffles for those with a sweet tooth, and a few daily specials showcasing the market's bounty.
A $13 prix fixe includes an entree and either coffee, tea, or fresh juice. Gothamist headed straight for Rose Water's luscious blueberry buttermilk pancakes, thick and fluffy, topped with a wallop of lemon ricotta, pistachios, and warm maple syrup. Melding the textures and flavors of creamy, nutty, sweet, and savory, we couldn't have asked for better pancakes. Our dining companion opted for one of the day's specials: a corn cake studded with fresh corn and vegetables, topped with two organic eggs over-easy, and a side of fresh mixed greens. The corn-cake was mildly under-seasoned, but undeniably fresh and still pretty on the plate.
Gothamist can't wait to revisit Rose Water for dinner, during which they offer a three course summer market menu prix fixe Monday through Thursdays. A five course chef's tasting menu is also available for $54 per person, including wine pairings with each course.
Rose Water is located at 787 Union Street (at 6th Avenue) and open for dinner seven nights a week, and for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 718.783.3800.
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It has been one of my favorite restaurants for years. Love it's very very interesting and reasonable wine list.
This is a good restaurant if you are a food or wine snob.
This place sucks.
Youngna's back!
Rosewater is a very overhyped restaurant. The prices are outrageous for the meals you get.
Last time I was there, I ordered some pork loin dish. I'm a moderately active 165 pound man, but I do need a fairly high number of calories a day, but I am by no means a glutton.
My dinner consisted of about 3 ounces of pork and 5 ounces of whipped potatoes. The entire dinner looked like an appetizer. Total caloric value? Less than a candy bar.
I spend $30 a plate plus $15 on wine per person, I expect enough food to get me through the night.
Needless to say, I refused to give a tip and I will never go there again.
I ended up going to El Pollo on the way home and picking up a half chicken.
There is really no reason to go anywhere besides Blue Ribbon, Stone Park Cafe, or Tempo.
guest #5, while your portion size may have been lacking that's no reason to stiff the wait staff on their tips. Tips are for services rendered. The owners of the restaurant made money on your meal. The poor schmucks you stiffed, like the waiter, busboy, dishwasher, etc. lost money with you there.
"Needless to say, I refused to give a tip and I will never go there again."
Not "needless to say" at all... it makes no sense to stiff your waiter just because you didn't get enough food - unless you are accusing him of having eaten some on his way to your table? Tips are for service, not quantity or quality of food.
This is one of the places I try to take people from out of town. Their use of local/organic items and the attention to detail makes this place a fantastic dinner option. I've never been disappointed with the portion sizes; in fact, I'm usually very satisfied and don't order dessert. The portions may not be typical middle-American size, but that's probably a good thing.
And, speaking as a former server, the wait staff has little to do with your portion size. No need to stiff them unless the owner served you.
Actually, 3 oz. is the recommended serving size.
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what the heck are those red things in the bottom photo?