Boutros - Brooklyn

I visited this restaurant based on the positive reviews and had high hopes. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. While it's not terrible, don't expect authe... read more I visited this restaurant based on the positive reviews and had high hopes. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. While it's not terrible, don't expect authentic Lebanese cuisine. The portions were small, the prices were high, and the dishes lacked refinement. The pita was decent, though.

I love so many things about Boutros. Being a Cobble Hill native, originally from Yemen, I was so happy to see a middle eastern fine dining establishment open on... read more I love so many things about Boutros. Being a Cobble Hill native, originally from Yemen, I was so happy to see a middle eastern fine dining establishment open on Atlantic avenue. The fatoush is probably the best version I’ve ever had phenomenal. Their take on felafel and batata harra very notable. The service has been lovely each time we visit. The one thing that I didn’t understand, however, was the overpowering use of cumin (and perhaps touch of fenugreek? in the hummus dishes. The hummus was missing bite (garlic, lemon, salt, sumac something we tried the short rib, mushroom and plain hummus dishes. All with the same cumin profile. Brunch there was equally tasty (though I will say my omelette was completely unsalted it was, however, very herbaceous . All in all, very inventive and thoughtful menu will definitely be eating here again.

Provides credence the the principle of simplicity over variety. Boutros has a menu that's on the shorter side but everything they do is done very well. You can'... read more Provides credence the the principle of simplicity over variety. Boutros has a menu that's on the shorter side but everything they do is done very well. You can't go wrong, but would particularly recommend the Labneh and chicken.

Food was delicious. Ambiance was excellent for brunch. We got some nice seats by the window. Our server was top notch, always checking in on us, making us laugh... read more Food was delicious. Ambiance was excellent for brunch. We got some nice seats by the window. Our server was top notch, always checking in on us, making us laugh. Overall a great time! Thank you! Meal type: Brunch Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

An absolutely hidden gem . The customer service exceeded my expectations. My husband and I loved the food. We had the short rib shwarma with hummus. Aromatic sp... read more An absolutely hidden gem . The customer service exceeded my expectations. My husband and I loved the food. We had the short rib shwarma with hummus. Aromatic spices fulfilled our senses. The host recommended the fried potatoes with chef spices delicious.cocktails so refreshing well balanced. Meal type: Other Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Vegetarian offerings: Vegetarian menu or section