Flora

Italian restaurant · South Slope

Flora

Italian restaurant · South Slope

1021 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Highlights

Bright, relaxed restaurant serving contemporary Italian fare, plus wine, beer, cocktails & espresso.

1021 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 Get directions

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@michelinguide

"If it seems difficult to find good food at a good price in Brooklyn's South Slope, then you haven't been to Flora. Emiliano Cammardella and Rossella Episcopo are behind this welcoming, light-filled spot that retains many of the rustic touches of its former incarnation (think exposed brick walls and wood-framed doors and windows) interspersed with industrial touches. The food is as winning as the ambience. Bell-shaped ravioli filled with imported ricotta di bufala, dressed with shaved and sprinkled bottarga di muggine, fragrant lemon rind and crunchy breadcrumbs is simple, but delicious. Then for dessert, delizia al limone, imported directly from the Amalfi Coast’s famed pastry chef, Sal De Riso, is a bite of sunshine." - Michelin Inspector

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@eater

"Flora, a recent addition to the Michelin Bib Gourmand list in Park Slope." - Luke Fortney

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"This new regional Italian restaurant in South Slope, owned and operated by ebullient young owners from Campania, adds Amaretto cookies (spiked with almonds) right in the middle of its elegant tiramisu, which give it a bittersweet taste at the end. It’s a fine way to finish off a meal dedicated to the cuisine of Southern Italy." - Andrew Cotto

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Mike Cascone

Google

Through some friends of ours we went to this restaurant last night , and I must say that I have never eaten so good in the 20 years that I have been in New York. The professional chef shes amazing. I saw cooking, she had such attention to the dishes that I was amazed . If you want to eat good food this is the only real place in New York where the food is truly Italian. The only thing I don't like is that I can only give 5 stars while they deserve at least 10.

LIEM

Google

Excellent restaurant experience. This three block stretch of 8th Avenue is a unique stretch of quality Italian restaurants and Flora is a top Michelin choice in this group. The seating both indoor and outdoor is great. The food and pasta dishes are delicious. We enjoyed our dinner and if you come here do not pass up on the grilled octopus. Very pleasant experience and tip is included in your meal. Highly Recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nicole Simmons

Google

I've felt like I was in a little cafe in Italy in Brooklyn. I was surprised by how delicious and simple the pasta was delicious. The pork golden brown delicious fry was cooked perfectly. That's how you do simple at its finest. The pistachio cake yum is one of those bites you couldn't stop eating it

Juana Soto Mourraille

Google

A gem in park slope! Our new favorite Italian restaurant of the neighborhood. We tried the ravioli, meatballs and the artichoke and seafood appetizer + the pistachio dessert, all of them were 11/11. The ingredients are so fresh, every bite is a masterpiece. Would come again like every week.

Jeannie C.

Google

Wow, for once real Italian food. The pasta, perfectly al’dente, high quality ingredients , and excellent service. As a knowledgeable and high maintenance foodie I’m very focused on the quality, service, and price all aligning to make sense. I’ve been here multiple times and the quality is the same every time! It hits on all levels! Flora is authentic, delicious, and all around great including wine choices and desserts. They definitely earned their Michelin star!

Yelena Conaway

Google

Lovely restaurant, it has an upscale modern feel and the service is excellent. They have a great variety of spritzes that were delicious. The bruschetta was flavorful, the bread was thicker and softer than you would expect for bruschetta. The meats and cheese plate was good. The burrata was interesting, nice smoky flavor and well-cooked eggplant. The gnocchi was pillowy and truffle dominated the flavor. The linguine was perfect al dente and I loved the crispy chili but the broccoli rabe cream had a strong bitter flavor. The octopus was perfectly cooked and the ragu was very flavorful. The menu was unique and intriguing and it felt like an authentic experience.

Lisa Paradise

Google

TL:DR - would go for a round of drinks + an app, go elsewhere for mains. Food was not up to par for the price point, service was fine but not great. We were seated at one of the more awkward seats, near the pass & close to the door so it was a bit cold with a lot of foot traffic. We asked if we could sit at the booths, but were told those were reserved. In the 2 hours we were there, only one of those “reserved” seats were utilized. We ordered two apps: the bruschetta & orange fennel salad. Bruschetta was really good, and different with roasted veg + cured meats. The salad was lacking acid & oil. For mains we had the lemon ravioli & the octopus ragu. The Ragu came out so cold I asked for it to be warmed, they threw it under a warmer - re-served it on a cold plate, and charged us full price. The ravioli was okay but honestly for something with lemon in the name - wasn’t it. Cocktails were amazing & the wine was very good.

Google

A special little place serving rich, flavorful dishes. I was dining for one, and it’s often hard to find seating at restaurants in the city when you’re dining solo - I was pleased to find Flora staff accommodating and friendly. I ordered the Gnocchi al tartufo and a glass of Prosecco. The gnocchi was delicious, bursting with layers of reggiano and truffle oil. Delicious and satisfying.