The Bedford

Absolutely incredible brunch spot! Exceeded expectations. We started off with the lemon ricotta pancakes. They were the perfect amount of sweetness and so fluffy. Also ordered the Carolina Pulled Pork Hash, great ratio of potatoes to meat. Pork was tender and not fatty. Eggs were perfectly fried. My favorite was the Truffle Egg toast. A fried egg was buried under fontina cheese on a fluffy roll. If you don’t like truffle, don’t order this because it is alllll truffle and so delicious. The service was fantastic too. Our waitress was a petite, kind woman, forgot to get her name. Would love to come back to try the dinner menu!

Had a great time! Service was quick and nice. It wasn't busy at all on a Thursday night from 6-7. It was hot, hence the four stars for atmosphere, but the ambience and music was good and cute. Food was good, and I enjoyed the Hibiscus Lavender Margarita.

We had no trouble getting a reservation for a party of 7 for Sunday brunch. Service was excellent and the staff were very attentive. I got to try the Mac n Cheese Burger, the Pulled Pork Hash, and the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. The burger was solid and tasted exactly how you would expect it to. Like Mac and cheese with a beef patty. The lemon ricotta pancakes were nice and fluffy but it definitely needed the flavor and sweetness of the syrup. The caramelized apples were just okay, I think other fruits are better suited for pancakes. The pulled pork hash was a little disappointing. It tasted like all the ingredients put together, but without any seasoning. Overall, it was a good experience. The food wasn't amazing, but the novelty of items like the Mac n cheese burger or risotto balls is fun and interesting.

Our first time here. We got the pickleback chicken sandwich (my husband attacked it before I could grab a picture), the lobster ravioli, and the grilled oysters. D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S!!! Highly recommend. We will be coming back again soon.

This place has better food than people give it credit for and it's a consistent standby in my rotation. They do more than burgers! I had the hanger steak with chimichurri the other day and it was incredible. Their old bay fries are a delight. The grilled cheese and tomato soup is also one of my longstanding faves in the hood. For brunch, the lemon ricotta pancakes were delicious with bruleed apples on top. Yum. Even the vegan kale pesto pasta was shockingly good. I wish it was a bit brighter inside, but for a date night it's really cozy and has a nice ambiance (wood, wrought iron, that kinda vibe)!

This place was a good little spot to grab some brunch. The food was good, but our server seemed new and was not on her game. She actually dropped coffee on my wife. Thank God she had jeans on and didn't burn her. She was confused a lot with our orders, but thanks to the manager for helping out. But overall, it was ok.

Really really good Mac and cheese burger! Not just stunt food. Amazing waiter very lively and kind. Would recommend!

This was a delightful discovery! A hidden gem. The cocktail and wine selections were very good, and the prices were reasonable. The food was fresh and delicious. Nothing we had disappointed. The duck confit? Amazing. The lobster ravioli? Divine. The Arugula and Apple salad (sorry no photo of it) was delicious, balanced, and big enough to share as an app for two. Service was attentive, friendly, and professional. Though I live in Queens, this meal is definitely worth a trip. Can't wait to go back

I ordered delivery. The heirloom kale caesar salad was delicious. The kale was crunchy and fresh. It was loaded with croutons, onions, and rich cheese. It was filling and flavorful. I also enjoyed the cherry tomato pizza. It had a very thin crust with perfectly baked tomatoes and fresh basil. They offer personal size pies with four slices, as well as larger, shareable 12 inch pies. For dessert, I had the french toast fritters. An order included four fritter balls, which were stuffed with nutella and raspberry jam. The combination of flavors almost tasted like caramel. The fritters were served with whipped cream and were very tasty. I will definitely order from here again.

We strolled in here as a group of 6 around 7 pm on a Sunday and were seated immediately. The vibe was dimly lit and romantic but not too fancy at the same time. All the dishes we got were great but there were definitely some stand outs. The Mac and cheese burger was yummy but with the "bread" being Mac and cheese it's impossible to hold it like a burger so you have to deconstruct it. I almost wish it was a Mac burger bowl. The mushroom pizza was a favorite as well with very fresh flavor and good seasoning. Finally, the blueberry crumble is a must try- absolutely out of this world! It was perfectly warm, tart, sweet and topped off with a dollop of ice cream. Our server was also incredibly kind and helpful. The prices were reasonable and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Highly recommend trying them out!

I went on a date to the Bedford this past weekend and I had a pretty good time. The restaurant itself is small but it's perfect for a cozy date. If you have a choice in seating I recommend the seats to the right of the entrance up the three stairs in the corner. It's in the cut but you can see the whole restaurant from there. You can also sit next to your person as opposed to across the table. I enjoyed my Hanger steak and fries. Finally a restaurant who knows how to cook steak medium! I loved the chimichurri as a topping. That really set it off. Idk if I'm greedy or what but I still wanted more of it so my date let me order the same meal to go! He also enjoyed his sandwich. Of course I had to try some of his lol it was a little salty but I still I liked it. I'm a toppings girl so I think the aioli sauce with the pickle back slaw gave it the flavor. For drinks, I got the Southerner which was pretty good but my date got a Whisky Sour and THAT was phenomenal. Not on the menu but I loved it better than what I got! We were seated right away which was perfect. Our waitress was cool too. All in all, I'd recommend.

We happen to be in the area & stopped by, noticed that they were still serving brunch which was cool since we were not expecting that. we were seated right away, drinks I had the Winter sangria it was good, nice taste hubby had Junipero good as well both strong we had a nice buzz by the time we left. Food we tried the Risotto balls aka arancini they were so good, great tasting pesto sauce. Main dish were the Lemon Ricotta pancakes, yumm they were delicious great taste combination with the chantilly cream no real need for the syrup , it was just right without it & not crazy sweet. The place has kind of a laid back vibe, industrial type decor. Service was good, decent prices & nice music playing we had a good last minute brunch.

Always my go to spot when I'm craving grilled cheese and tomato soup for take out or dinning in. They have tasty bar/American food and specialty cocktails. They have an interesting chai martini on the menu, sadly I wasn't able to try it because they were out of the chai needed to make the drink. Service is quick and efficient. It's a lovely bar and connected to the pizza place next door.

Are you ready for the 411? Here we go...we have been here several times for brunch and dinner. It's more comfort food and has always been delicious. I have even stopped here to pick up dinner for the family. The staff if courteous and always give great customer service. I have never seen it overly crowded but just enough that it's not loud. After a day of shopping or just walking around Williamsburg this is a nice spot to just relax and enjoy.

Confusing place as there were 2 different menus? The vibe inside wasn't for me, a bit too dark for a daytime meal, but probably better for nighttime! The food was pretty good. Started off with the arancini which were DELICIOUS, very warm, savory, and the sauce was great. I would get this as my main if it came with 6 LOL. After, i got the ALT as my main meal. It was good, nothing crazy as in I could make it myself, but still very tasty!! The salad was meh, I didn't eat it, but that is just my personal preference. Our waiter was very nice, attentive, and pretty quick! Overall, this place was good but did not blow my mind.

First, let me say these apple martini's were absolutely amazing!!! I could've easily had 10 of these! I originally stopped in to try the burrata pizza and ended up sharing the hanger steak instead. Great choice!!!

Every time I've dined-in or out the food from this place has been a consistent hit !! I will always recommend anything that can be plated with their old bay fries because they might be the best fries you ever have !!! Bedford Plank Burger ( + cheddar cheese , + applewood smoked bacon) - Rating : 60/10 Hanger Steak - Rating : 500/10 Pickle Back Fried Chicken Sandwich - Rating : 9/10 (I wasn't a fan of the pickle-back slaw, it was a bit heavy and overpowering. I scrapped maybe 2-3/4 of the slaw off for an ideal portion, but other than that the chicken sandwich itself was great !) Now I must admit the decor inside is a bit rustic and heavily cloaked in dim lighting, but if that's not your style the outside tables are a great alternative (if the weather permits). As far as customer service goes the staff have always been inviting in a laid back manner. I've only ever dined-in during the early evening and it's been very easy to be seated and served. At night I typically rely on take-out which has also been easy to retrieve, and thanks to the packaging the food retains its heat and texture until I reach my house.

The food at The Bedford was tasty, but pretty overpriced in my option. Love the creative menu tho!

This place is a must try! Each item had a variety of blends and flavors unique to each's name. Nice dimmed lights, calm setting, great for Brunch or dinner I had a wonderful experience, everyone was kind & the wait time was pretty quick!

The service is slow and unattentive. The food is painfully average while unreasonably expensive. This is not pizza that should be served in Brooklyn. No one liked the shrimp and polenta, the chicken was bland, and the coho salmon was unpleasantly fragrant with a pungent taste. The only dish we liked was the brussel sprouts. The Mint Julep Créme Brûlée was one of the most disgusting things I have ever put in my mouth. All six at our table hated it, one of whom wretched.

Reviewing for delivery. Ordered from here as we were craving Huevos rancheros and pork hash for a late brunch on a rainy day. Was super excited to satiate our cravings but upon receipt, the result disappointed us. The huevos rancheros arrived completely soggy and cold. The pulled pork itself was good but the flavor skewed sweet, which was unexpected. Maybe dining-in would have proved better?

This place was all around just okay. It's a great place if you want something quick and easy before going to McCarren park. It looks pretty on the outside. The food was just okay. We got the fried chicken sandwich, tomato soup and grilled cheese, the burger, the mushroom and pesto sandwich, the ALT, a special, and shared the garlic knots. The best thing was probably the burger or surprisingly the veg mushroom sandwich. Nothing else was notable. Fries with old bay seasoning were also good. We made a reservation for 6 outside and were seated quickly and ahead of our time slot, and the woman I spoke with was helpful in getting that setup given we had a small dog joining. Service was fine - attentive and direct but not all that personable. Prices were decent for the area and for the food quality. Overall a fine spot, but there are better restaurants in the area. While our time was okay, we probably wouldn't double back.

Went on a Friday evening. Pretty empty ( how I like it) wanted my burger med well but it came raw. They completely made a whole new burger and it was really good! The fries were nice too!

This is a great place for, "we want to get cocktails but also we're kind of hungry but not like snacks hungry like we want to eat carbs hungry". It's food menu is substantial and slightly upscale but still casual This place does a nice job of walking the line between good cocktails and food that is good and tasty and filling but still casual and fun for a group of friends. The Old Bay Fries were good. The burrata pizza was good. The banana old fashioned was fun. I mean, listen, it's not anything special. The food and drinks aren't anything to write home about, but it's a good place and it's just a nice menu and a good place to go with a group of friends for a cocktail and a bite to eat. Also, our server was really nice and checked-in with us just the right amount.

This place is ok - I have had the avocado toast (horrible), the grilled cheese and soup (amazing) and the fried chicken sandwich (not great, flavorless). The servers are very nice though. Prices are on the higher end for quality of food.

Came here on a Saturday for brunch, great outdoor seating with space on the sides and the front and a small indoor seating. The brunch had a variety of options, I tried the Greek soufflé omelette which was strange but delicious and also had a prosciutto carbonara toast which was flavorful. The drinks were 14$ and were served promptly and were delicious. I tried the chai espresso martini and it was def a must

When my boyfriend and I arrived at The Bedford, there was a line by the entrance. They seemed to have a system where people waited outside for a first come first serve situation to talk to a host. When it was our turn, we realized that we possibly didn't have to wait if we just wanted to sit outdoors, which is where we ended up sitting at. The heat lamp was turned on for us, but it was still pretty chilly. We ordered their mac n cheese burger (comes with fries) and their buttermilk fried chicken and waffles. After ordering the food, it took a long time to come. I could hear the people two tables away complaining that they were starving as well. The food was good and really filling. The mac n cheese burger was really unique and the "buns" were actually mac and cheese. However, towards the end of the meal as I got less hungry, I found the burger and fries to be on the saltier side. When we received the bill, we noticed a $1.60 charge for "non cash fee". We weren't informed of the fee prior to receiving the bill either so we weren't given an option to use cash instead. Overall, this is a decent spot for food with a fairly long wait.

Was ok... food was good and eatable but nothing special... restaurant and nice and has a cute little outside area

I came here with two friends, it was the first stop on our way bar hopping through Williamsburg, we actually went somewhere else we didnt liked and just walked in a random direction till we found this place. everything was delicious we had the soft shell crab sandwich, shrimp scampi pizza, chicken parm sliders, sautéed super greens, and a seasonal flat bread. We were so full when we left and we love that the menu has seasonal option, everything was so fresh. The staff was friendly and helpful Well definitely be back to try the fall menu/ desserts, would have tried the desserts last time but we were seriously so full, good portion size for the prices.

Great ambiance, food, and service! I had the kale Caesar salad with poached egg & toasted bread on the side--loved it, and my friends loved their meals as well!

Very quaint eatery, excellent service and great food. If I had to have a negative, it would be that the Mac n cheese burger was too greasy, and although I had asked for medium the patty was more rare, still delicious though. My friend had the lobster ravioli which was divine.

Came on a weekday evening and it was pretty packed! We were a little confused as we were waiting to be seated (but seems it's more so self service seating) and then it took a while for us to be attended to by a server. Overall, food was not bad! Would come again for the crispy brussel sprouts.

Hubby found this place on Instagram. The food looked pretty damn amazing. We ordered the chicken parm sliders. We expected them to be a little bigger. The garlic bread could have been softer, or fresher. The chicken parm pizza was good, but it literally had a chicken parm in the middle cut in 4 pieces. The entire pizza wasn't covered in chicken, which is what you would expect. The regular cheese pizza was good, but the crust was soft and floppy. You couldn't fold it and eat it. The food was good, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here. If you're in the area, try it...but don't go out of your way too.

What a cozy and delicious place in Williamsburg. Lots of indoor space but still has that warm and intimate feeling. Came here on a date and the ambience was perfect. The amount of delicious looking cocktails on the menu were impressive - ultimately, my date and I went with a frozen tequila cocktail and a margarita and they were the right choice! The frozen drink was colorful and delicious and the margarita was IG worthy as well. My date and I decided to split a special, the french onion soup pizza as well as the shrimp boats. The shrimp boats were shrimp salad in delicious bread and it was such a great way to start the meal. The french onion soup pizza was so good and hit the spot. The service was attentive and I had a great time! Hope to be back for another meal!

We ordered the plank burger and the chicken bucatini. Honestly food was very average, not too good. The thing that was upsetting was how rude the server was. When we noted that we asked for Swiss cheese in the burger and they gave us Cheddar, he simply just nodded. Then later when collecting the check, I was holding it casually in my hand and faced the other way talking to my friend, when he came over and grabbed it out of my hand without saying a word or even coming in front of me to do so. Would never come back here due to the bad experience.

Had the plank burger which was super juicy, nothing to complain about because it wasn't anything crazy exciting. The fries were thick but crispy and covered in old bay seasoning. The Mac and cheese cheese burger was thickkk and hard to bite into. Definitely a heavier burger without any veggies on it but tasty nonetheless. The food did take forever to come out, at least 25-30 minutes I would say, but they have a tiny kitchen so just beware of that!

Quaint quiet little place in Williamsburg. Staff was very attentive and friendly. Didn't order a lot of food, but what I did had was very good. The old bay fries were amazing. The falcor was also very good. Normally I don't like frozen drinks because they are cheap on the alcohol, but this place did not skim at all.

Basic American bar food in a very cool, sheek, atmosphere Large menu with plenty of options I got their burger with a side of fries -The burger was very average -The fries were nice and crispy, but they had a weird old-bay seasoning that I was not a fan of 7

Tik Tok sent us here lol. It appeared on my feed and all I could think was 'I need to go there asap'. We chose to sit outside because it was packed inside and I didn't want people in my conversation basically. Food was good. Honestly we also went for the mac and cheese burger and it was everything. Had to finish it at home tho because it was too big lmao . But definitely go and give it a try

Highly underrated but one of the best places to go for a burger in nyc. A williamsburg gem! Not pictured here the chocolate cookie mug but sooooooo worth the price and every calorie ;)

Brunch at The Bedford was okay but very underwhelming. I thought the food would taste better and that I would have had a better culinary experience. I wasn't impressed at all with the chicken sandwich it was subpar and if I'm being honest, a chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A is better. While the food wasn't great, the service was excellent and the drinks were really good, even the mocktails. I would visit again for drinks and maybe a light snack but I wouldn't recommend dining here or going on a date if you're looking to impress someone. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience,my expectations were just too high.

I came here last night and it was perfect and cozy. We weren't even supposed to come here. I was supposed to go to another restaurant that invited me there, but they lost my reservation... on my birthday . the truffle mac & cheese and fish tacos were delicious and the service was incredible. i feel bad because we came here 9 PM and the restaurant curfew is 10 PM but we ate and we were out by 10. the waitress was really good and answered all our questions and we still had time for dessert. the alcoholic drinks were delicious and strong. their drunken cookie for dessert was to die for. thank you for accommodating us. we needed somewhere to go last night and i'm glad we came here. i would go back

Review #600-I found about this place via Instagram. I saw the Mac n Cbeese burger and instantly knew I had to try it out. Came on a Friday night and it wasn't overly crowded, but I didn't See any seating available and decided to take to go. I placed my order and waited outside for awhile, emphasis on awhile. I was told it would be 15-20 minutes, but it felt like double that. I observed the staff cleaning all the tables after each person left, in case you were concerned how they were handling the Covid precautions. The food itself was okay. I did like the burger, as it was flavorful, but maybe I was expecting a little more for an almost $30 burger. While my intent was to go for the burger, I wound up enjoying their fries much more. They were seasoned to perfection. Overall, I was happy with the product, but maybe not so much with the price point and the waiting period.

Casual hangout. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Good service. I tried the truffle toast, which had cheese and egg on it. The toast was a little dry. The truffle smelled amazing, I just didn't find the dish to have much flavor. The Brooklyn Benedict with the smashed meatball was interesting as in I've never had this Benedict combo before. It was kinda of like a meat sauce/ground beef with tomato. The poached egg was perfect. Hollandaise was good. I just I didn't care for the flavor combination. Side salad was decent. The prickly pear cocoa tail was good, a little on the sweet side.

We went for lunch and I was obliged to try the burger. It was very good and the presentation was superb served on a cutting board. Another really good app we had were the French Toast Fritters, which are served in balls STUFFED WITH NUTELLA!

Food was good and fresh, service was very attentive. Not packed when we went - Saturday around 130pm. Not too expensive and not super upscale. Great to bring a small or large group, even a laid back date!

I found this spot through Tik Tok. The burger they were promoting was exactly as they said, it was amazing. I came with this burger in mind already and it did not disappoint. My friend also had a burger and loved it. The service was not great, but this burger, I will dream about in the days to come. I can have it at least once a week if possible. What would normally serve as bread for the burger was replaced with fried triple Mac n cheese. It was flavorful, delicious and a nice little spot. I will definitely come back. This is certainly one of those places where the service is not great but you can't help to come back because the food is that good. One last note- I can't forget about the old bay fries! I am a French Fry lover & it also did not disappoint. It was great! It's a great spot! Give it a visit!

This place has the worst service I've come across in NYC. I came in with a large group of friends and they were rude from the start. From checking our vaccine cards all the way through the bill. The people who sat us were rude when we said we wanted water and no drinks (it's a Monday night???). On top of that, they never came to check on us after leaving 3 bottles of tap water on the table. During the 45+ minutes we waited for our food. We had to get up and ask for more water. The server cut off multiple people while they were ordering and was super rude. In addition after we waited 35-40 minutes for our food one of us got up and asked how long it was as they never came by the table or tried to check on us. The response was "sit down and wait, I told you we were busy." We were never told that they were busy. The food is really good though so I guess that's how they've somehow survived with some of the worst and most aggressive service.

Food was ok. But the service was extremely bad. The guy brought the wrong order and then just wouldn't accept it. And then charged us for it. Then he later brought the bill which had the correct item and still wouldn't accept it. Then he changed the bill. Oh my god! Just accept it; it's ok, you're allowed to mistakes with an order sometimes!

3.5/5 Came here for a quick bite and drinks now that we are in phase 2 of this pandemic. They have plenty available outdoor seating around the restaurant into the street. Our server was friendly and wore a mask the entire time. Appreciate the staff taking all precautions wearing masks and gloves. Started with the frozen watermelon marg and draft beer (forget which beer). The marg was good but it wasn't really slushy or frozen. It was more like lightly blended or crushed ice. I didn't really taste the watermelon flavor and it didn't really hit the spot for me so I went for a draft beer for my second bev. We split the fried chicken tenderloins and old bay fries. The chicken strips were super thin and small but packed an awesome crunch. The fries were slightly over salty but not bad. Overall I'd come back and try something new on the menu if I happen to be nearby.

Devour Power Burger Pop Up! I'd give it a 3.5 for the takeout order placed this past weekend. I went the previous weekend and the burgers were sold out at 4pm . This weekend we were in luck and were able to place the order. Perhaps if I had it fresh off the grill and piping hot, it would be a different experience. I follow Devour power on IG and when I saw the pop up I knew I wanted to try. Especially since they were offering a english muffin (Love Those) I went the previous weekend and it was sold out but the couple who are behind the IG were super cool and I knew I had to come back when it was available. My luck we were having a picnic in the area at the park amd I got the order to go. I got the Sweet Bourbon BBQ Burger on a english muffin and my friend got the kick. My Sweet bourbon burger was ok . Missing something for me . Perhaps more sauce. I had to use the sauce provided for the fries on it. Didn't get much sauce on burger itself. The burger was cooked great. Wish my english muffin was toasted more. I think that could've made it more enjoyable for me. The bacon was great. My friend enjoyed his Kick Burger. However he ordered it on an english muffin as well and the girl working the bar gave him a potato roll. I'd definitely probably try it again and get it right away. I also had an order of old bay fries which were a little over salted to me and the fries were soggy and warm. We literally traveled 10 minutes to our destination but I guess the travel time didn't help thinks. Maybe wrapping the burger in foil could help for travel. I had a watermelon margarita as well which was refreshing and for 8 bucks a great deal.

I came for brunch on a Saturday and although it was already about 1:30PM, it was still packed inside! There are a good amount of seats but it's not great for big parties. I was with a group of friends, so a party of 5, and we were basically just waiting for one table that was currently occupied. A con is that they do not take down names for a waitlist unless you are a group of 6 or more so we had the option of either staying and waiting for the next table or going somewhere else. However, the waiter was incredibly nice and told us that the table would be freed up in about 15 minutes so we decided to stay. Although it took about 30-40 minutes before we were actually seated, the waiter was still very friendly and kept checking in on us. After being seated, we were given our menus but it seemed like the staff was very busy since it took a while to get our orders in and also took a while to get the food. However, the food was delicious! I ordered the pickle back fried chicken sandwich and it was big! It had 3 pieces of thin fried chicken between two buns along with slaw that complimented it very well. The buns were also very fluffy. The sandwich came with fries that were covered in a cajun seasoning but it was really tasty. It was also perfectly crispy but still soft where the potato flavor was very present. My friend ordered the mac and cheese burger which was super flavorful (and much better than the truffle mac and cheese). The buns were fried mac and cheese (the breading was perfect), the patty was juicy, and the buffalo sauce it came with was a good touch. The truffle mac and cheese was very smooth with the cheese but the elbow pasta was really small and it wasn't as tasty as I had hoped. Although the service was slow, my friends and I all really enjoyed our meals. Everything was definitely filling and tasty and worth it. They also offer $5 for the first mimosa, bellini, and lovely day with a brunch purchase.

I've eaten here a handful of times over the past ten or so years. It was always a decent contemporary American restaurant with a good selection of main dishes. Service was always good as well. Tonight I went to The Bedford for the first time since 2019. Some things have changed and I don't think I like them. First, the restaurant now operates two kitchens, having added pizza to the menu. Second, service seemed confusing and hectic. I visited with my father, who chose a personal pizza as his main dish, while I ordered a chicken dish. We were first visited by one member of the waitstaff who took our drink order. A few minutes later a different staff member came by and said "I'll be right with you". You'd think this confusion would clear itself up with a "I got that table" conversation in the back room, but we continued to be served by two for the rest of the evening. It was just plain messy as one person would take a beer order and the other would stop by a minute later and ask "would you like another beer?". My main complaint, however, is that our food was not served remotely at the same time. Even at a third-rate diner everyone in your party generally eats concurrently. My father received his pizza about 20 minutes before I received my chicken. I watched him eat and then he watched me eat. Awkward. When I inquired about this I was told it was due to the food coming from two different kitchens. But that's easy to resolve by doing one of the following: 1) At a bare minimum tell the customers when ordering: "I noticed you ordered a pizza and you ordered not-pizza, so, just to let you know they'll arrive at different times". 2) Keep the pizza warm until the chicken is done 3) Don't start the pizza until well after the chicken prep has started. Anyway. It was messy. The food was decent although the pizza was a bit soggy (despite being instantly delivered)! The atmosphere was nice too.

It was another need to have a burger kind of night - good reviews and was in the area so had to give this place a shot. The restaurant is two in one connected by a small hallway. The Bedford has more of a restaurant feel, where as Macchina serves pizza and seemed slightly more casual with a bar type feel. Interior is warm with lots of dark woods, Edison lighting, and wrought iron. The burgers were really great. Plank burger was so delicious - garlic aioli was such a great touch. The smash burger also really great and especially if you're a bacon fan. Wished the burgers were a little larger, but still left full. Fries were seasoned well, crispy and delicious. Short and sweet menu (not including the menu from Macchina) but online menu did not reflect their current in house menu unfortunately. Our waiter and the staff were super nice, attentive, and informative. Wonderful place to grab a burger and whether it be a casual date night or dining with friends the ambiance and good food from this gastropub will have you covered.

Atrocious service. My party of six waited over 30 minutes for our drinks to arrive. The drinks didn't even all come out at the same time, and they never brought my friend his IPA, though it was still on the check at the end. (I pointed this out and they did remove it from the bill.) We were seated outside in the sweltering heat, which made the (lack of) drinks situation even worse. Our food also arrived staggered, though we knew to expect that with the pulled pork flatbread, which comes via some pop-up restaurant operating out of the Bedford's kitchen. This flatbread was very disappointing, from the paltry smattering of pork to the Cheez Wiz queso. The menu said something about ghost peppers but I detected neither the flavor nor heat I was expecting. Overpriced and underwhelming. The kale Caesar salad with chicken was much more enjoyable, and the baskets of fries (one old bay, one sweet potato) also were good. My two friends enjoyed their sandwiches, but I got the shitty end of the stick. That flatbread would have been the final nail in the coffin, but then we had to figure out how to split the check, which came with a 20% gratuity already included. Friendships were bitterly tested; no one wanted to pay a cent more than necessary. I felt stunned after this experience. How could I spend so much money and receive so very little? My friends were similarly disgruntled, and the night, sadly, was ruined. I see that other folks have liked this place, but the abysmal service and the gnarsty flatbread ruined it for me. C'est la vie. Caveat emptor.

When you think about it, this place is pretty underrated (with less than 400 reviews on yelp)! I came here on a very sunny day one Saturday in January. Upon my arrival, it was super crowded, every table was filled and we had to wait...My party of 5 had to wait 30 minutes outside and another 10 minutes to be seated and attended to. Not a problem, just a heads up! The attending waiter was super friendly with his constant updates about the status of our table. Things to note: Brunch is between 11am to 4pm everyday. First selected cocktail of the day with brunch is only $5. There is no waitlist, you have to just wait if your party is under 5 people. There is a 20% gratuity for a party with 6 or more people. There are also outdoor seatings for couples. Okay, now the food... The Mac and Cheese Burger for $23 is a must try! You would think it is heavy to the stomach and oily around the fried batter but it is completely the opposite. The Mac and Cheese "Buns" are fried perfectly. It was creamy, crispy, and super smooth to have lingering in your mouth. When you eat it with the buffalo sauce and the burger patty you got a roller coaster ride basically all in one bite. Just as you think you experienced everything, don't forget the fries. The fries bonds all the flavors together like a seat belt to make sure you don't fall off the edge of your seat. While you're at it, might as well add some Pickle Back Fried Chicken Sandwich for $19. The whole entire sandwich is like a wave pool. The fried chicken got the batter that can hit you when the wave comes and the pickleback slaw brings you back to state when the wave is gone. Don't get what I'm saying? Then you need to try it for yourself because my words can't do justice. Lastly, I must mention about the pesto burrata. I didn't get to try this because I didn't see it on the menu. However, it seemed super good on social media right after I left the restaurant. Unfortunately. Now I have to go back to The Bedford to try it. To locals and tourist: I would recommend this restaurant.

Nestled in a bustling part of Williamsburg, The Bedford is surrounded by Brooklyn staples to run errands. We went thrift shopping around the corner before, bought records and even did some light food shopping. The Bedford is a great place to grab a drink with friends and catch up. Starting off with drinks, I ordered "The Dude's Caucasian" which was a creamy delight. Initially, I thought the drink would just taste like good ole' Bailey's & coffee but oh boy, I was wrong! The Bedford's house made vanilla bean espresso vodka puts Bailey's to shame. It was refreshing, sweet & woke me up...all while giving me a nice buzz. The drizzle of cream was the cherry on top to this delicious cocktail. For entrees, I ordered the "Pickleback Fried Chicken Sandwich". Took a bite in the brioche bun and it was toasted well on the outside, soft the way bread should be on the inside. The chicken was buttered and cooked well but the real stay here was the pickleback slaw. The acidity and tangy-ness of the slaw really lifted the sandwich's flavor profile, I could've ate the slaw with a spoon in a bowl. The added bourbon aioli paired very well with my entree and cocktail. It just made sense! The few fries I ate seemed tasty but I had to take it home since I was so full. They tasted great in the air fryer the next day and still held their flavor. With the sunny weather, we opted for outdoor seating. The waitress turned on our heater without us even asking, so thoughtful! COVID measures were followed.