Bar Chuzo

I started coming out to Bay Ridge because I was a semi regular at its precious incarnation, Chuzo Culture in Park Slope, and I missed their wings. I am happy to report the wings are as good as ever, and I tried many more dishes in multiple visits- dinner, brunch, afternoon eats. I honestly cannot tell you my fav dish, they were all amazing and special- from the crab cake eggs Benedict, to the French toast, or their amazing roast chicken. All in all a must go in Brooklyn.

We went here for the first time and we were blown away with how amazing the food and the wait staff were. We got an order of wings and patacones for appetizers. We have never had wings that were so flavorful and the patacones had the perfect crunchiness and the sauces they gave us for the patacones the green sauce was so delicious. Our entree we both decided on the Combo Platter which had 3 skewers of 1 chicken and 2 pork, yucca croquettes and Ecuadorian corn. Everything on that plate was really good but OMG those yucca croquettes were so good we ordered more to take home. The wait staff were very friendly, pleasant and very helpful. We decided we are going to come back. You know a place has good food when it is packed. They open at 11am and by 12pm they were packed

I just wanted to say the service was exceptional. Our waiter, Krastina, was so attentive and gave the best recommendations and reminders that our food was coming. I came mainly for the happy hour drinks and oysters, everything was so fresh. I loved the scallop crudo, the mango puree was tart and sweet. We got the bone marrow, a little too salty and greasy for our liking, but we had 3 dozens of oysters. The drinks were innovative and the seafood paella was great. We just wish there was more calamari in the dish We would definitely come back for the food!

Bar Chuzo is one of those restaurants where you can immediately tell they get it right. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted in such a warm, genuinely welcoming way—it sets the tone right away. The atmosphere is cozy and fun, the kind of place that makes you feel comfortable instantly. The drinks are excellent. I tried one of their mocktails and it was honestly amazing. For starters, we had the wings and two orders of Chuzo’s, and everything was fantastic. The wings in particular were outstanding. For dinner, I had the pork seco and absolutely loved it. This is the kind of place you leave already thinking about what you’ll order next time. Can’t wait to return.

This place is so incredible! The space is cozy and warm and the staff are all wonderful. But the food is absolutely impeccable. Like, unbelievably good. We got the Brasa wings which came with this sauce that I wish I could just drink; it's so delicious. We also got the combo chuzo and between two of us tried chicken, steak, chorizo, and shrimp. None were misses. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. The sweet plantains are also wonderful and not your typical maduros. The rice pudding is also AMAZING. 10/10 across the board. I can't wait to come back here with more people!

This was our first time at Bar Chuzo and it definitely won’t be the last! The vibe is warm and inviting, with a great mix of energy and comfort that makes you want to stay awhile. The drinks were fantastic, creative, balanced, and clearly made with care. The food was just as impressive, packed with flavor, fresh and perfect for sharing. On top of it all, the staff was attentive and genuinely friendly, which made the experience feel extra special. A real gem in Bay Ridge Brooklyn.

A perfect date night! We got seated in the extended section and it was a beautifully decorated, cozy establishment. A gorgeous Christmas tree lighting the romantic and brooding atmosphere, a wall of light in glass containers, creative artwork adorning another wall. Food: The Brasa wings are divine - juicy chicken seasoned to perfection, a gentle sweetness permeating through each wing. The basil aioli needs to be sold in its own bottle, because wow! I actually got pretty full from just the wings, but the Chuzo burger lured me in - hello caramelized onions and cheese?! A large burger and a substantial portion of fresh French fries accompanying it. Dessert: Ecuadorian Chocolate Crema Catalana. Enough said. Treat yourself. Service: Incredibly kind, thoughtful, generous. Shout out Francisco!

The Brasa Wings was absolutely amazing!! Rich flavors poured out within the first bite. Probably my 2025 best wings for the year! And don't sleep on the Chuzo Salad. Super fresh ingredients with freshly a made vingeratte. Super satisfying. Both are a most try!! Everyone is super friendly and efficient. This restaurant seems to now be the neighborhood highlighted spot!

Between the service and the food & drinks .. Everything was super delicious.. Had a fantastic experience

Bar Chuzo took over my beloved Oishi's.. have to say I'm a spoiled brat.. I refused to visit even with friends telling me the drinks were the bomb. Well tonight Bay Ridge celebrated our new City Councilwoman, Kayla Santosuosso. Tonight is the night to check out the Chuzo. As with Oishi's/Townhouse 275, BC has the bar in a separate annex to the restaurant. The party was housed at the annex. My friends and I grabbed a table and it was nice that BC was serving Happy Hour this evening. The Happy Hour features great bites and $11-$13 drinks. For our table we ordered: A. Guacamole: the creamiest, dreamiest Haas avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, jalapeños and lime with crispy tortilla chips. So fresh and delicious.. we smothered them on the tostones, fries, chips. B. French Fries: contagious and a bottomless platter served with side of ketchup. But us Bay Ridgians, we're tripping and dipping them in the guac, side sauce to tostones, etc. Yummmmm! C. Green Plantain Patacones aka tostones with salsa verde and aioli. Drinks: 1. Bay Ridge Iced Tea: Fortress Vodka,Meletti Amaro, House made Coca Cola and lime. My two friends were twirling and swirling after 2 rounds. 2. Paloma Sour: a reimagined Pisco Sour ( Fawn fave) grapefruit, gin, grapefruit juice and bitters and egg whites. Yup.. I'll take 2 please! Almost took a 3rd. ( work :() The bomb! The night was festive as Kayla made her rounds and we drank, laughed and had a great time. I'm a spoiled brat no more! Have to admit, BC has great cocktails. I'll come back to eat dinner. Saudacao! ( salute in Brazilian) Bar Chuzo is located on 9324 Third Avenue Take R train to 95th and walk 2 blocks

we started off with a few drinks & tried a variety of cocktails. every single one was tasty! as for food, we ordered the shrimp ceviche, tuna agua chile, and the brasa wings coated in a spicy peanut sauce- all super flavorful. we also had the bone marrow, seafood paella, and pork seco. the paella sauce was a bit heavy for me personally but my friend enjoyed it. i'd still recommend trying a paella and deciding for yourself. the service was warm and went above and beyond, though at times it felt like our conversations were a bit interrupted. overall, it's a charming spot to dine at with friends & loved ones.

To went to celebrate a friend's birthday. First the positives: The place is cute but super small. The staff is friendly and attentive. The guava rose sangria was delicious. Now for the negatives, which should be an easy fix: the food is extremely salty and dry. My paella was dry (never had that happen before). One friend ordered the pork butt and said it was very dry too. We needed to keep drinking water because everything was so salty. We sat at the first table and kept being blown away by the wind... I hope in the winter they address the wind and cold issue - maybe with an exterior protective covering in front or they may not last - it's extremely uncomfortable to eat when freezing and having wind blow directly at you. I think this place has a lot of potential and as I said, the negatives are an easy fix.

I am a local and really enjoy having this spot here. Trendy on the inside seating on the outside. Cocktails are great love the Chuzo margarita the sangria, and other drinks that I've tried. They have a new bar opening adjacent to the restaurant, which is very cute. As far as the food goes, I love the appetizers and the Chuzos. The other food has been good as well. I will keep coming great little place.

Came in for a drink and snacks and was not disappointed! I got the Movie Night cocktail and my hubs got the Paloma Sour. Both were very tasty! We shared the combo platter, which had 3 full skewers (we selected chorizo, chicken, and pork) with giant corn and croquettes. If I could lick the plate I would have. The corn was addictive. Our server was so lovely and recommended the chocolatey dessert with a brûlée top. It's definitely for two people to share! For a Monday night it was relaxing and it's so nice when they can have the doors open. All of their seafood options look very tempting and I can't wait to try the rest of the menu!

Food was solid, the burger was tasty and the seafood paella had great flavor and a generous portion. Shrimp was juicy, but the mussels were tiny and underwhelming for the price $32. Desserts were nice, though the crème brûlée had a hard candied top we weren't fans of (just personal taste). Space is a bit tight, but they make it work. Definitely on the pricey side, it feels like Manhattan pricing in a Brooklyn spot. Sort of like driving a Lamborghini in Flatbush area. The restaurant before Bar Chuzo was Oishi Noodle Bar and the cuisine was also on the pricier side. Both restaurants priced their cuisine on a pricier side of the block. Still, a good experience overall if you're craving Spanish/Ecuadorian food and don't mind splurging a little. We'd come back for a special treat.

My gal pal and I have a monthly date to do something different, and she has been talking about coming to Bar Chuzo with me for a few weeks now. We didn't have any reservations, but there were seats open by the bar in high top chairs so we were ushered to the back of the house. The vibe is very Havana with classy flare; great for a date or coworkers for a cocktail or two. The space makes you feel far away from the streets of Brooklyn, and the music matches the energy of its patrons. The staff are all lovely and attentive. The menu is filled with unique eats and each plate we watched come flying out of the kitchen looked better than the next. As I was the designated driver for the night, I skipped the drinks, but I wasn't skipping on an appetizer. We opted to share the mama's shrimp ceviche, that was fresh and tasty! The plantain chips were a great pairing; super addictive! The kitchen seemed to be backed up at some point during our evening, and our host brought us some homemade guacamole to tie us over, which was incredibly generous and much appreciated! It was the BEST guac I've ever had! We scrapped the plate CLEAN! For the entree, we got the chuzo combo platter with chicken (my personal favorite of the three we got to pick), pork, and the chorizo. Grilled to perfection and great for sharing! The chicken was juicy and packed a flavorful punch with the accompanying chiptole sauce on the side. The portion would be perfect if this was all you were planning to get, but I highly recommend coming here to share and experience as much of the menu as possible. The other patrons were laughing, chatting loudly, and just filled with smiles. The atmosphere was infectious and we plan to come back with our respective partners soon. Another great spot in Bay Ridge!

Bar Cruzo anchors the corner of 3rd Avenue and 94th Street in Bay Ridge, serving up Ecuadorian cuisine that's roughly half seafood--think ceviches, shellfish and daily whole-fish specials--alongside chicken, beef and pork dishes. Stepping inside, you'll find a sleek, modern dining room bathed in warm light and furnished with clean lines. When we visited on a Monday at 1:30pm, the pace was unhurried--just a handful of tables occupied--while Merengue tunes poured through the speakers, keeping the energy lively even in a midday lull. We slid in on a quiet Monday at 1:30pm--just enough Merengue to tap your foot without needing earplugs--and were promptly offered fizzy or flat water (fizzy, obviously). Enter Lindsey, our server and culinary tour guide, armed with a friendly smile and a QR code to unlock the menu. To start, we couldn't resist "Mama María's" Shrimp Ceviche, served alongside crisp, house-made plantain chips. Imagine a citrus bomb--bright lime juice, fresh cilantro--dancing with the perfect pinch of salt, all balanced on those impossibly crunchy chips. If Bar Cruzo sold it by the gallon, we'd clear out their stock. For mains, the Chuzo Combo is the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure: pick three skewers from chicken thigh, NY strip steak, marinated pork butt, spicy chorizo, or a veggie option. Each arrives drizzled with a tangy "magical" sauce and accompanied by golden yuca croquettes, buttery Andean corn, and a shot of house hot sauce guaranteed to wake your taste buds. Our MVPs were the chicken and the strip steak--both meltingly tender, richly seasoned, and cooked medium-rare to perfection. The pork was solid, though next time I'd brine it for an extra punch; my dining partner swore the chorizo was a revelation of smoky spice. Pro tip: those online photos downplay the portions. We happily packed up enough leftovers to fuel a small army. Lindsey tempted us with desserts--think velvet chocolate creme brulee and creamy bread pudding--but we were so blissfully sated that the most decadent thing we could manage was dreaming about next time. At $85 for an appetizer and two hearty entrees (before tip), Bar Cruzo feels like a steal--$42.50 per person for a ticket to Ecuador's vibrant flavors, right in Bay Ridge. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or a meat-and-potatoes loyalist, this spot has earned a permanent place on our list of neighborhood champions. Next visit, we're eyeing their whole fish special and swapping stories with the chef about that secret ceviche marinade--because once you've tasted Bar Cruzo, every other meal feels like just an appetizer.

Went in for brunch after working out. The food came out quickly after my order was taken and I was delighted at how good everything was. Brunch with Latin flare. The ambiance was relaxed and chill. It had a great lounging vibe.

Warm greeting as soon as we entered fr Lindsay !!! First time at this corner spot , food was delicious , Lindsay was very helpful w/ menu clarification. Final decision combo chuzo choice of 3 & Ecuadorian breakfast ; completely stuffed & happy campers ! Will be back to try more of the tastey treats offered Thank you

This place was delicious and highly recommend. Everything was authentic and fresh. The ambience and the restaurant was nice as well.

Came here during happy hour and the food was honestly great! Everyone there was very welcoming and making sure we were good. Love how there place is so bright, gives it a good mood. Took away one star because the food took so long to come ):

Bar Chuzo is probably the best restaurant in all of Bay Ridge at the moment. I've been about 5 or 6 times now and they never disappoint. The food is fresh and flavorful, the staff is always attentive and on point, and the bartender makes a really great cocktail. Its a perfect date spot, brunch spot, or good for a night out with the girls (or guys!). I havent brought my toddler here yet but Ive def seen families with babies and young kids be accommodated. Bar Chuzo really has it all. The owners had another spot in Park Slope (that also did very well) and Im so happy they decided to open something up in the hood :) If you're in the area and want delicious food with all the right vibes, Chuzo will deliver!

Absolutely amazing seafood paella...the rice is al dente, and the sauce is fantastic. We had a special oyster appetizer that was flash baked, yummm and the Tres Leches was like nothing I've ever had before. Great atmosphere. Make a reservation. I'll be back!

The food is delicious. Service is very friendly, and knowledgeable of food recommendations. Ambiance cozy

My friends and I wanted to try this restaurant as an end to the school year. We were not disappointed. We started off with the guacamole. Delish with chunks of avocado. We asked for more chips, it wasn't a problem. I ordered the combo Chuzos which was the chicken, pork, and veggie. I don't know which I loved more. They were incredible. I would definitely recommend this new place. Atmosphere and service were great. Can't wait to go back

This place was great. It's different, the food was incredible. The mixed plate was perfect with the sweet plantains. The crevices was a nice light start. The sangria, might be one of the best we've had. I will def be going back to try the other flavors. Our service was on point. The waiter Luis was def awesome. It's a cute spot for a date night or a quick bite. Even the owner, just a good crew they put together.

Bar Chuzo is such a great addition to the Bay Ridge area! The location is great on 3rd Avenue and adds more restaurant options to the 90s area. The restaurant itself has a great ambiance - the doors are open in the summer and you can either sit indoors or outside, they even have a whole back room for more tables for bigger groups. The best part of course is the food, they have great options across appetizers, chuzos, and delicious main meals filled with so much flavor. I'm excited to go back to try more dishes on the menu! The drinks were excellent as well, different options for wine and lots of mixed drinks / Negronis available. Lastly, the service was very welcoming and on top of it. While we ordered everything at one, they spaced out the food perfectly giving us plenty of time between meals to digest and enjoy. Overall, 10/10 experience, definitely a restaurant to visit if in the Bay Ridge area, can't wait to go back and bring family/friends to experience as well.

The food was AMAZING‼. Service was very good although they were very busy. The only negative was the extremely loud music that we had to ask them to turn down a few times. You couldn't have a conversation. But after they lowered the volume, it was great. We are really looking forward to going back and trying different selections next time. Kudos to Chuzo‼

I have visited this restaurant several times because all the dishes are well prepared, they have the perfect balance of flavors and the presentation is impeccable. The service is fast and attentive plus the atmosphere is sober and elegant.

Food was delicious, inventive, and well described on the menu. The spicy wings were nuanced and not just "hot." The service was very friendly but could have been slightly more proactive (we would have ordered a second round of drinks). I assume they were just busier than expected for a Monday night -- good for them! We will definitely be back. I hope this is the place that can stay for a long time on this high-turnover corner!

My review is for delivery only. I kept it simple and just ordered Chuzo's, which were marinated meats with a delectable corn and three fried yucca balls I think. All the flavors were spot on and I would definitely get that pork Chuzo again as it was marinated to perfection and ever so tender, juicy and very flavorful. The minor issue that I had was that the steak was very tough and I assume this is in part because of the distance it traveled to get to me. However, this was resolved swiftly, professionally, and with the utmost kindness as the manager, Ronnie very graciously refunded me for that item. I was wholeheartedly impressed and pleasantly surprised with this level of customer service as I feel this is very rare nowadays. I was really happy with this resolution and because of this interaction and the delicious pork Chuzo dish, I look forward to dining here in person, not only for the food, but id like to meet these wonderful people and enjoy the food and ambience onsite. A great big thank you to May and Ronnie.

Bar Chuzo...y'all have a really good package: hospitality and really good food! This review is based off of my first visit. The FOH is kind and welcoming while the BOH is making magic in the kitchen. I ordered the shrimp ceviche and it was so good, fresh, refreshing, salty and the right amount of sour/tangy. I enjoyed the fresh shrimp, herbs and veggies in that ceviche with the plantain chips. The fresh oysters were also refreshing with all the delicious toppings. I can't have cheese or beef...but that didn't stop me from getting the BEST WINGS I've ever had! What! The freshly cooked to perfection wings had a light crisp on the outside and a slight taste of bbq char and that green sauce (something made with basil) was a nice topping. The wings were full of flavor and the meat was so soft and the skin had a nice crisp. I also had the fries and they were good too. Thank you for not messing with the fries like some other places are doing. I will be back. I did like the description of the dishes in the kids menu and hope that BC graduates those kid dishes to the main menu in the future.

The vegetable paella was fresh and delicious! Loved every bite. The skewers of meat was also tasty! Loved the drinks as well. Will definitely go back to try more things

I Dont know how no one has complained about how loud the music is! Ut was horribly uncomfortable! Its a restaurant not a night club!!!

All great things to say about this place. The food is sooooo good. The Tuna is a MUST have! Their drinks are delicious and the staff is really friendly . Great date spot

Great food. I like that it's something new for the neighborhood. Chuzos are seasoned well and cooked to perfection!

cute spot! great service- very attentive staff, great food and amazing prices! got the oysters and steak chuzo with yucca croquettes which were absolutely delicious! would definitely recommend and go back :)

The food was very good . Maria's Shrimp Cerviche, Seafood Paella, and a Chicken Chuzo...all delicious and highly recommended. The service was fine as well. But the belligerently loud music made us feel unwelcome. As though they were trying to get us to eat and get out as quickly as possible. Sure, they can turn over those tables quickly by blaring loud music at their customers, but they will sacrifice return business, not to mention recommendations.

We wanted seafood and needed a place that was open past 10pm and happened upon Bar Chuzo, and boy did they deliver. Everything we ordered was fresh and so tasty. At one point I told our server (Jennifer) that this was now my death row meal. All of the staff were so kind and attentive. The portions were good and the prices were fair. I would highly recommend and look forward to coming back!

OK, so I don't do reviews unless I really want to haha. THIS PLACE hands-down is one of the most detailed oriented culinary experiences that I've had the pleasure of experiencing in Bay Ridge Brooklyn. I am even more grateful that this is an Ecuadorian spot as often times Peru is mainly highlighted in Andean cuisine in the states. Everything from the service to the way each plate tasted and is presented just left us with wanting more and in fact, we did order more dishes than anticipated. No regrets though! Very few places deal/handle brunch menu unless it's the weekend, but this place has it every single day till 4 PM; so there's so much variety to choose from. I'm just so happy that I get to go back and try out more dishes! A big highlight for me is that they had plenty of vegetarian options. Usually, Latin cuisines aren't veggie or vegan friendly. I often find myself ordering from the sides menu... but this place has a dish for everyone. I ordered the llapingachos, my favorite childhood dish and the vegan ceviche. MY partner ordered the CHUZOS aka meat skewers, which comes with a side of yucca bread!!! This bread is absolutely to die for! honestly if you've never tried the cheese Brazilian bread or Yuca bread from Ecuador , you're not living quite yet. 10/10. This place is amazing. also our server Lindsay was a gorgeous angel ! Can't wait to go back

Fun addition to Bay Ridge. Seafood is excellent. Liked the wings, tuna and crab cake. Had the vermicelli Fideua. It missed the mark. It was described as crunchy pasta but it was over sauced and over spiced. It wasn't crunchy. There was no differentiation in the flavor of the dish. It was too heavy. The table next to us ordered the regular paella and also thought it was too spicy. The staff was a bit rough around the edges. Had my bowl of shells cleared and brought the same dirty dish back to my table. Overall, a good place. Stick to the simple dishes

The food at Bar Chico is excellent. Jennifer, our outstanding waitress, answered all of our questions and made wonderful suggestions. I would highly recommend giving this restaurant a try when in Bay Ridge. Great atmosphere, excellent service and delicious food... did I mention the drinks?

We went there for Mother's Day Lunch. It was only four us and we ordered six appetizer and five entree . Everything was very flavorful and well balanced with seasoning. Scallop curdo, Crab cakes, Fried calamari, Chicken Chuzo platter was our most favorite . We also loved the Seafood paella and Beach style Cevice. Service was amazing . Everyone was very attentive. Good place go with family.

We Need it reservations, but the manager or owner was very accommodated and we got a table outside, the day was beautiful. Food was very good , my son loves the fried calamari's . I love the chicken chuzos. We also order the guacamole and the ajis chile . We need it a Latin fusion in the neighborhood!!

Went today for brunch. Drinks great service excellent. The food was soo good. Will def be going back. Very nice people working there. We sat outside. I brought food home today later. Soo glad we have more places opening in bay ridge. Good luck !!

Visiting our daughter in Brooklyn and had dinner here based on other reviews. The food is incredible! So unique, so flavorful. Service was great as well. Highly recommend!

10/10 seafood paella I've been back 4x for this dish, place is so cute great vibes and drink menu is amazing. Will be my new spot.

The nicest waiter and staff you could hope for. The food was delicious. My friend and I shared the zuchinni flatbread the crab cake which was quite large and a seafood paella for one which was also large. All of the food was fantastic and there was plenty for both of us. Neither of us drink alcohol so we both got a guava juice which was really good. For dessert we shared Tres leches cake which was the best I ever had. Bay Ridge is lucky to have such a new spectacular restaurant. Don't even think about it there's something on the menu for all and the portions are large and it's priced well for the quality of the food

Our food arrived extremely late (because of the Grubhub driver). Grubhub would not not refund my money, but the owners of Bar Chuzo argued with them on my behalf, and they agreed to refund it. That's service!

My wife wanted to go back to Bar Chuzo for her Bday dinner. Again, we were lucky to get our favorite waitress Jennifer. She greeted us with a smile and was happy that we were back. My wife had a Bar Chuzo Margarita and I had the Dutch Old Fashion. For appetizers my wife had the Local Oysters and I had the Patacones (highly recommend). Main course my wife had the Pork Seco and I ordered the Roasted Half Chicken. Both main courses were outstanding !!!! Another interesting note, the owner was walking around and came by to say hello and continued to meet and greet his customers. Jennifer, came over to my wife with a Crema Catalana with a candle. Nice touch.... The ambiance inside the restaurant is nice and comfortable along with Latin music playing in the background. If you haven't tried Bar Chuzo, you will enjoy your dining experience, call and make reservations they get busy.

We made lunch reservations and our table was ready right away. All employees were really friendly and helpful. Service was exceptional even with the restaurant being really busy. We ordered a few dishes to share and everyone agreed all the dishes were good, but some favorites include chicken chuzo, breakfast plantains, calamari, and the grilled fish and chips. There's no kids menu but they accommodated with some adjustments for the picky eaters. Great experience!

So happy to have this lovely new business in Bay Ridge! Food and service were great so friendly and welcoming. Apparently the owners are from the neighborhood but have lots of restaurant experience. Everything was delish! Will be back!

Delicious Equadorian/Latin food cooked up here. Had fish and chips which was an adventure in Latin flavors. The word of the day was 'patacones' - - Equadorian tostones. Very crispy and cooked perfectly. Will defnitely be frequenting Bar Chuzo again. The service was prompt and the ambiance is friendly with Latin music in the background.