The Snail

American restaurant · Greenpoint

The Snail

American restaurant · Greenpoint

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544 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222

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Burger, pasta, steak frites, date cake, cocktails  

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544 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222 Get directions

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$50–100

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544 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222 Get directions

+1 646 688 0022
thesnail.nyc
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$50–100

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"If Bernie’s is overflowing and you just need steak frites, shrimp cocktail, and a martini, The Snail, which is nearby in Greenpoint, also serves many of these things. Right off McCarren park, this American bistro from a former Saraghina chef also does things like tuna carpaccio and tiramisu." - will hartman, bryan kim

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/new-nyc-restaurants-openings
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Greenpoint’s Hottest New Restaurant Is the Snail - Eater NY

"A new bistro from Austin Baker, located in Greenpoint. Known for its classic bistro dishes done well, The Snail has quickly become popular among locals, especially for its shrimp cocktail and dirty martinis." - Bettina Makalintal

https://ny.eater.com/2025/3/19/24388947/the-snail-restaurant-greenpoint-bistro-opening-new-scene-report-review
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The Snail - Review - Greenpoint - New York - The Infatuation

"If Bernie’s is for martinis with your friends, then The Snail, which is right around the corner, is for wine with your crush. This American bistro in Greenpoint was built for dates, with retro cabinet speakers playing mid-’90s hip-hop, a horseshoe bar, and universally flattering dim lighting. Even the shrimp cocktail is romantic—served over ice, a lit candle flickering in the middle of the platter. We love the house caesar, with radicchio leaves for color and bitterness, fried capers for crunch, and an aggressive, though not unwelcome, showering of pecorino. The house wines are only $9 a glass and quite good. Enjoy an organic grenache with the very cheesy burger, but skip the steak frites. At least on our first visit, the au poivre sauce was as sweet as mulled wine. photo credit: Molly Fitzpatrick" - Molly Fitzpatrick

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/reviews/the-snail
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Stephen

Google
Excellent dining experience at The Snail. The beet salad was fresh and well dressed with olive oil and a creamy cheese. The scallop ceviche was 5 tasty bites and had a subtle unexpected kick of spice and tang. We were super pleased with the apps. We ordered the mushroom pasta and burger for mains and were blown away. Perfectly simple burger with thinly sliced pickles and a mustard sauce. The mushroom pasta was among the best pastas we’ve ever had in nyc. The date cake was a 10/10 - perfectly sweet and moist with a scoop of malt gelato. 💯💯💯💯💯 Super kind and friendly service that left us in a good mood for hours after eating. Got in line at 4:45pm on a Friday and were sitting at the bar by 5:15. Top notch dining experience. Will be back again very soon!

yousef

Google
It knows how to set a scene. Dim lighting, lively patrons, and a cool Brooklyn energy, all soundtracked by '90s hip-hop. No reservations here, which means playing the waiting game. The move is to show up early, give your name, and find something to do until your table's ready. I ended up at the bar—probably the best seat in the house for a smaller party size. The tuna cracker didn’t win any presentation contests, but it was better than it looked—quality tuna, fresh avocado, a hit of jalapeño, and a crisp base. The beet salad followed with fresh beets, citrus, more avocado, and stracciatella tying it together. The agnolotti brought comforting flavors of brown butter, sage and walnuts. For a non-italian spot, it held its own. Then came the steak frites au poivre—the dish I was most excited for but the biggest letdown. The steak wasn’t the most tender, the fries were ordinary, and the sauce leaned too sweet, missing that peppery-creamy balance. Not inedible, just underwhelming. Both the mezcal margarita and tokyo old fashioned were strong and well-made, something to sip on and savor. This place shines as a cocktail-and-appetizers spot—maybe try the burger everyone raves about. The vibe never falters.

Rob Cohen

Google
Wow! What an amazing night at the Snail. Have been waiting to try and blew away my expectations! The food was perfect and had to try all the delicious items I’ve been seeing on Insta from the Chips and Ham (awesome), sprouts (crunchy and delicious), fresh bread and fennel butter (incredible), then the steak frites (perfectly cooked in a yummy sauce), THE BURGER (a must try even if you split as a side WOW!), the mushroom pasta ( perfectly cooked FRESH pasta yum), the carrots (so good with an amazing crunchy topping Onino), and FINALLY the warm delicious date cake with ice cream topped it all off! Service was incredible and SUPER friendly. We loved the ambiance and atmosphere where they paid attention to every detail from the music to lighting down to the candles on the bar. Can’t wait to go back!

the bb

Google
Burger was EXCELLENT. From the bun, to the condiments to the meat being perfectly cooked. This makes up for the overhyped boring burger I had at Rolo’s recently. This burger is worth the hype. They serve it at brunch too which was great. Fries and sticky toffee pudding were fantastic. Savory dishes err on saltier side but I didn’t mind at all. Didn’t love the Caesar salad, it was kind of bitter. We had an extremely nice server and the vibe is relaxing and airy. Would definitely go back.

Jesse Yuan

Google
Fabulous food and exquisite cocktails living up to all the recent social media buzz. I highly recommend the burger and any pasta. Overall a great dining experience made possible by their entire staff. A must visit if you’re in the area. We got super lucky Saturday afternoon at 4:30pm walked right in zero wait compared to just a week prior having been informed at least 2hr wait.

Diane Micheil

Google
Lovely meal with stunning staff. The lamb tartar and cheeseburger were highlights. The martinis were perfect. Everything super solid here. The only feedback is that twice the bussers cleared food before we were done with it and without notice. Otherwise a lovely evening on the terrace!

Natalia Bronshteyn

Google
The snail is worth all of its hype. To start, I called about wait time and Sofia was honest, courteous, and very friendly. Once we got there, Sofia remembered me (which hostess does that anymore!!) and made us feel so welcome and excited to dine at The Snail. After about an hour wait, we sat at the bar and had Cody serving us. He was a great bartender and had great conversations with everyone at the bar. Energy was great overall and I’d recommend. Food by Chef Austin is always amazing and The Snail is the same. Definitely recommend the chip & ham, mushroom pasta dish, and obviously the burger and sticky toffee dessert. So excited to go back in the future!

Sahas Goli

Google
Dropped into the snail as a party of four on Saturday evening. We lined up at 4 PM and were the first in line - I'd say the sweet spot is arriving around 4:15 PM. While the service was great, the food was disappointing and I do regret taking the time to wait. Oysters - Unfortunately nothing special. These were pretty mediocre and not cleaned well. Recommend skipping. Squash - Not for me at all. Others at the table liked this. Brussels Sprouts - One of the best things at the table. We all liked this. Steak Frites - Fries were great! The steak was nothing special. Crab Pasta - decent bites, though a small portion Burger - a mediocre burger. Dessert: Date Cake - super sweet, but in a good way. I enjoyed this, though party members with less of a sweet tooth did not. Chocosu - Felt a bit dry. Not super flavorful

Amy F.

Yelp
The Snail was absolutely hopping within 15 minutes of opening, and we were lucky to snag a "seat" without reservations. We got a standing room only, birds-eye view of the pristine kitchen's artistry, and would have stood for a second round if the meal and experience weren't perfectly satiating. Food - amazing! Started off with Scallop Ceviche, which took us back to a certain seaside meal in Brittany. The flavors that develop as you taste are rich in memories and pure flavor. Lamb tartare, with its crackling accompaniment, delivered flavor and texture that outclasses any tartare anywhere. Think yourself into the Crab Ravioli, little cups of pure flavor, in a bath of a beurre blanc worthy of a five-star French restaurant. Light, seaworthy, and just enough for a spoonful with each ravioli. And carnivores won't do themselves any favors by conjuring up a whopper...2 patties of burger, with the hint of char on four surfaces... tucked into a perfect brioche bun. If there's room for dessert, go for Austin Baker's wife's light, layered gateaux or a sundae dripping with perfect chocolate syrup. All bookended with a flinty Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc. One last thing - guess where The Snail name came from as you navigate the room. Another fun surprise. Go to The Snail in Greenpoint before it's too late to snag a reso!
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Mauricio G.

Yelp
The Snail is perfect for a special night out. Dim lights and candles give the place a warm ambiance - the funky disco soundtrack sets a fun vibe. Their food is even better: the Steak Frites over peppercorn gravy is juicy and cooked to perfection. The Beet Salad is topped with flawless green pieces of fresh avocado and deliciously citrusy. For non-alcohol drinkers, a Winter Vacation mocktail with coconut somehow tastes exactly like key lime pie! We ordered multiple rounds despite the snowfall outside. The Snail's menu also offers seafood, chicken, and pasta options, so this place is great for a variety of special occasions and also dinner palettes.

Vivian H.

Yelp
Food was good and the decor was a vibe. For being a new restaurant, there were no hiccups in service or the food. Steak frites was good, crab pasta was good, and the lamb tartare was also good. Kanpachi crudo was normal (good, but nothing extraordinary). Koginut squash was just ok - too oily (the grooves of the squash were filled with it) and the chili crisp on top was too hard and too much in juxtaposition to the soft squash. Would still come again! A cute neighborhood restaurant that serves good normal food (ie nothing surprises you), but it's still good.

Eva R.

Yelp
THE BEST!!! Always a line. There's a reason for that line. Love the food and every human that works there.
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Jamie B.

Yelp
New restaurant The Snail was a nice experience. The staff was friendly and attentive and the atmosphere was nice with an open kitchen concept. The standouts were the squash and Brussels. Every bite had the perfect amount of mixed textures and flavors. The Brussels weren't too crispy, too soft or too saucy. They were literally perfect. The tuna and chicken weren't that great. Everyone else was getting the burger and steak frites so that may be the way to go for entrees. Overall a very good meal and the drinks were good too.

Camila V.

Yelp
Everything is perfect! The food is divine, the drinks are really good. And the service is great. The truth is that the experience there was incredible. And we will be back soon

Jaume B.

Yelp
Amazing food and cocktails. We got a selection of starters and they were all impecable. Apparently the Chef behind it is fine dining trained and it shows. A great spot to have a classy dinner without breaking the bank! Get the squash, brussels sprouts and caesar salad. The burger is top notch too!