Semilla - Brooklyn

Really enjoyed their prix fixe menu. They were easily able to supply a fully vegetarian course and accommodated a gluten free diet to an extent (not celiac-safe... read more Really enjoyed their prix fixe menu. They were easily able to supply a fully vegetarian course and accommodated a gluten free diet to an extent (not celiac-safe). Large wine selection. Helpful and friendly staff. Pleasant interior.

Fantastic dining experience. Everything was well thought out and the flavors are full and have impact. read more Fantastic dining experience. Everything was well thought out and the flavors are full and have impact.

As a sometimes jaded New Yorker, I was pleasantly surprised by the fresh approach Semilla is taking to food. With only 18 tables, dinner is intimate, and the ch... read more As a sometimes jaded New Yorker, I was pleasantly surprised by the fresh approach Semilla is taking to food. With only 18 tables, dinner is intimate, and the chefs comes out to describe the details of each carefully crafted dish. While not every dish was a hit, I appreciated the efforts they took to make common vegetables the centerpiece by pairing them delicately with other flavors. My favorite dish of the evening was the potato custard with black truffle and cod roe, an unexpectedly delightful mix of creamy and salty in every bite. As a bread lover, the polenta sourdough did not disappoint; it was deliciously moist and light but maintained a hearty flavor. I wasn't previously familiar with any of the wines or beer that were in the wine pairing, but they all complemented the dishes well and provided some novel flavor notes (e.g. spruce beer! . The bathrooms have a one-way mirror so you can see into the kitchen, which is a little disconcerting, but I think it sums up my experience of Semilla quite well. They're taking risks and doing things differently, but just roll with it and maybe whatever you find will end up being a pleasant surprise.

The food was so creative and absolutely delicious We added on the drink menu, and the pairings were also wonderful. read more The food was so creative and absolutely delicious We added on the drink menu, and the pairings were also wonderful.

Like any other red-blooded American male that won his fantasy football league, my immediate thought was: "Let's blow this cash on a vegetable-forward read more Like any other red-blooded American male that won his fantasy football league, my immediate thought was: "Let's blow this cash on a vegetable-forward