Colonia Verde in Brooklyn
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Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, US
Site: https://www.coloniaverdenyc.com/
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:12–4PM
- Wednesday:12–4PM
- Thursday:12–4PM
- Friday:12–4PM
- Saturday:10AM–3PM
- Sunday:10AM–3PM
Only criticism of this place is the server ...smug i can get anywhere.watching bro-douche be swarmy with table of women also an old trope.repeatedly asking our table for another round of drinks (and not once asking about anything else, including missing dishes) to up the bill and therefor the tip ... also old.sad, frankly that this nonsense still exists.
Honestly this place has really good dinner and great staff/service. The brunch is pretty wack though. The burger is never cooked medium rare every time. A chef should be able to get a burger temp right, especially since its the most popular temp. The shrimp tacos are boring, the don’t really grill the shrimp or anything, can easily make them at home. Dinner’s good, brunch not so much :(
Super delicious food with totally unique flavors. Even though I got all the veggie options I was super impressed by how rich and complex the food was. Great staff. Somewhat loud in the greenhouse but not too, too bad. Would definitely come back!
Friendly service and delicious food. Highly recommend the shrimp tacos and ceviche tortilla! Perfect neighborhood vibe.
Great Latin dining experience with wonderful seating for our family of 8. Server was polite and attentive. All food items ordered were delectable and the varied desserts were outstanding! A very enjoyable family reunion dinner after having been separated physically for the past 18 months!!
It was great to be seated in the back among the trees on a sunny morning to enjoy a leisurely brunch. Four of us shared duck calentado, sausage+veggies, breakfast tacos and one more vegetarian dish whose name I have forgotten. We also had a Bloody Mary and also shared two desserts. Churros with chocolate sauce and ice cream sundae. I have to say everything was quite good. Right from the cocktails to the dessert. Surprisingly we finished off everything. The portions were reasonable neither too small nor too big. My son who took us there has been to the restaurant many times although this was the first time he took us for brunch. Before I forget, the service was quite good too. And it was quite full at just 11.30 in the morning.
4.5 stars. The dishes are tasty and atmosphere is great.
We had a nice birthday dinner in June just before I gave birth and I recommended it to friends at the time. Then the owner took a public political stance against a beer and removed one of our best local brews from the menu --in an attempt to do the thinking for his customers. It would have been nice if they stuck to the restaurant model that one expects when dining out instead of dividing their customers with their personal opinions, shaming other small, local business owners for thinking differently. That is not what Brooklyn needs more of.
Cute setting and garden but mediocre food at best. Prices are too high for what you get. Management is a mess.Update: Not sure why the owner is yelling at me about covid? But proves my point about management. If you don’t want to get yelled at, go elsewhere.
Elevated modern Mexican in an open air patio and greenhouse. Great food and drinks to enjoy in a chill atmosphere. Recommended for brunch! Good for dates and small group of friends.Pros:- Vibe. Really cute open air garden/patio out back thats well maintained and comfortable to sit in. They also have a glass greenhouse that is covered and perfect if its drizzling or for the winter.- Flavorful food. Great selection of various dishes that seem to be modern and inspired Mexican dishes. For example, they had a duck fried rice (Asian - Mexican fusion?) that ended up being the tables favorite dish. Other brunch favorites included the mixed grill plate with mini aprepas.
Had the corn esquites and duck confit tacos. Mind blown! Can’t wait to come back
From the food, to the staff to the abeyance. I literally love this place, you’re missing out if you don’t give this place a try. The owner is hands on and really one of the sweetest men, I ever met. I only gave five stars because there wasn’t an option to give more. I’ll definitely be back.
Beautiful garden seating. What lacks in portions the restaurant makes up for in flavors and enthusiasm. We ordered chicken and pork. The chicken was slightly under seasoned. The pork was well seasoned. The eggplant was delicious. I’d order that again. Nice wine list. The service was slightly slow on this particular weekend evening. Their brunch menu seems to be popular. I’d love to try their pao de quejio burger.IG: @foomi_travels_everywhere
Love this place. The shrimp tacos are amazing! The dips they come with are also amazing. Mushroom arepa is really nice also and poblano pepper pasta is to die for!! The churros are a sweet finish that you can’t leave without trying. The wine list is fabulous. Great service. I’ve been a few times and even ordered online. Never disappoints
Second time here, seated in the backyard, ambiance is pretty magical and food is delicious. Cocktails are heavily focused on tequila, mezcal and gin but wine offerings are plentiful and carefully selected.
Food and cocktails were absolutely delicious. The outdoor space is super nice too. Definitely try the shrimp tacos, they’re amazing!
Went the other day for a drink and Im sorry to say but the cocktails were some of the worst Ive ever had... Our table had some three different kinda and they were all watered down to be almost flavorless. My pisco drink was straight up dirty water. Also took ages to get our drinks.But like, went for lunch before and the food was super solid. So, go to eat.
Calm, cute back patio, super nice staff, and excellent food! We had the limeade, shrimp tacos, queso fundido, and churros -- everything was excellent. Cant wait to come back and try more.
I understand theres a staff shortage for many reasons in new york restaurants, but aside from the absurd wait time for food and service, the quality of this place has gone extremely down hill, especially for the price. i had been here once before and the food was so memorable i couldnt wait to come back. however this time the same dishes were flavorless, smaller, and overcooked yet at a higher price point. the ambience is unmatched but theres no way i would ever visit again and pay this much money for such medium food.
A super cute place that has a nice natural wine selection and delicious menu. The service is one of the best. Very accommodating and welcoming. Highly recommended!Second review: the brunch menu is amazing! I love the orange wine so much. The staff is so nice and providing the best service.
Ive been coming here for years! They had a fire a few years ago and I thought I would never get the best burger of my life again. Gladly they made itand have been pumping out Brazilian cheese bread buns to satisfy all gluten free peoples dreams.No matter what I try here the food is consistently amazing. One if the better restaurants in the area with a variety of options and seasonally changing menu and wine list.The servers are great and bar tenders know how to make a cocktail, even if its not on the menu.
Has a nice patio in the back for brunch, $5 bottomless coffee, and pretty large portions.Breakfast tacos and chilaquiles were delicious, but ask for extra chipotle crema to add to whatever you get
Very nice food and great service! The outdoor dining in the back is cute - makes me want to come back in summer to check it out
My complete honest review, the food is NOT amazing. Its basic and the people that tell you its amazing are most people who have no idea what latin food is suppose to taste like. Latin food is an explosion of flavors in your mouth. The food here lack seasoning which is very weird for a latin restaurant. As a hispanic, we are very heavy with seasoning. I see they tried to make it fresh but it came off as tasting more bland than usual. In other dishes, the spiciness overpowers the rest of the flavors. The ambience and atmosphere is totally amazing. Very cute and cozy, super welcoming and friendly staff.
Visiting from California, Im always looking for good tacos. I had two of the best of tacos of my LIFE on their awesome back patio.
What a beautiful garden and magical evening. Great food, cocktails and very pleasant service. Highly recommend.
Came here for dinner the other night and sat in the back greenhouse section — never would have expected it to be there (and so cute) based on the front appearance. We got drinks, tacos, and entrees and overall the prices were a little higher than what we’d have expected. That being said, all of our food was very tasty. I ordered the pasta with no meat and was very pleased they were able to do that.
This place is cozy and friendly. The service was also great. Was very much impressed by the food. Sometimes Latin fusion comes across as if they are trying to hard. Why mess with something so good? Well not here. The food is outstanding. Everything on the menu is good. We very much enjoyed brunch.
Delicious food and spacious outdoor seating
The food is hearty,clean,and healthy. The seat I had was great, because I was able to watch my food be prepared fresh. OMG the wine is quality, so good I would just pick up a bottle from there instead of a liquor store.
The quality and preparation of the food is consistently amazing. The menu is unique, includes lots of grilled options. Even the brunch menu contains many options besides the usual eggs. The ambience is great inside and in the backyard.
A fabulous place for brunch! I like the steak and the eggs, they are well cooked. And the views are awesome, I was sitting here peacefully. The environment and the service are so good.
This is a fantastic restaurant all around. The food is perfect, and the hospitality is awesome which can be rare in the City. We adore the head bartender Jorge and feel like he’s part of our family.
Always amazingly meals... dinner, brunch, anytime. delivery is always on time and still hot. great bar and mezcal selection. super fun place and great outdoor patio.
Fantastic place! Great atmosphere with their backyard and great food.Service was also very good and friendly.Definitely coming back!
Loved this place! Such an amazing outdoor area, perfect for a date. The food was absolutely delicious. Arepas and ceviche were my favorite. Cocktails were great as well and the service was fantastic. Would definitely recommend !
Sooo yummy! And great staff. I was very impressed with the ajiaco soup. I Grew up eating it and it was very authentic!
Great service even at the bar, you can ask for personalized cocktails and the food worth the wait the grill line, try to go earlier (just before 7) if you can for dinner otherwise forget about it if you didnt reserve in advance.
A great rustic setting with fabulous food. The Wyzra was outstanding. Never had Brussels sprouts and chorizo in that way. Really happy we made the trip over to stop in.
Everyones so friendly here! Food is great and especially loved the shrimp tacos
Amazing food, and great service. Innovative menu. The outdoor space was nice, with plenty of heaters.
Overprice Spanish food with fancy names that caters to the neighborhood that was never there 10-15 years ago. Owner says my statement is “COVID fearing mongering hate” when in fact it is a fact. What does COVID have to do with their prices?As soon as someone disagrees or doesn’t like the establishment & voices their opinion, they reach for something like that.🤣🤣
Been here a few times and it’s always solid. Great service, good food that’s shareable or you could get entrees. Unique menu items. I almost always get the sausage platter and I love the yuca purée and duck tacos but almost everything I’ve tried is good! Great drinks as well. A little on the pricey side but at least it’s worth it!
What a lovely surprise. Eat out back in the courtyard... A magical environment. Loved the tacos and roasted cauliflower (spicy!) and the staff was kind, helpful and efficient. Highly recommend!
Wonderful back patio dining experience. Good good, great service, very friendly staff. Fun night!
Amazing! Food and cocktails were delicious. Dont forget to get the churro donuts a la mode!! So good!
Super cute patio area though it started to rain and it wasn’t covered - luckily we moved into the inside patio before that but we saw lots of people caught in the storm. The service was quite slow- we waited 30+ mins just for a menu/to get served. The food was medicore, especially the vegan/vegetarian options - there was one eggplant dish on the main menu that I got but the eggplant was two bites and it was mostly cauliflower! There was also butter in it when the waitress told me it was dairy free. I am just vegan/don’t have an actual dairy allergy but I feel like the staff should know the common allergens in the dishes... The cocktails were delicious though. Overall, cute patio but not sure if the food and service is worth coming back for.
My favorite place to take someone on a date, or to experience Brooklyn. The back patio is romantic, takes you somewhere else, the vibe is just right.I’ve had grilled octopus in the past that was delightful, the duck tacos are delicious. Steak is always a pleasure to have here. Like someone else stated, the portions are quite small but order a bit more and share with your guest! Dessert varieties are always fun and a delicious spin off originals. The churro donut was my friend’s favorite.
Amazing food, ambiance, staff, and decor. I love going here.
The menu was simple but each item was interesting - serving both classics and delightful twists. We had the lamb pitza and I would highly recommend. I will also highlight the service and our server; our entire table noticed his skill and patience!
Leon was the best! We were waiting on a table and he pretty much set one up outside on the sidewalk. It was the best! The food…exquisite! The cocktails … whew and whew! It was a great experience.
Outdoor back patio was so adorable and covered us sufficiently from the rain. Shrimp tacos were yummy and entree portion. Chilaquiles was too but the duck was a bit dry. Queso dish was great as a shared appetizer. Fresh squeezed grapefruit juice was okay. Yuca coconut dessert was delish!
Back patio at night is gorgeous. Food is high quality and service was professional. But I was still hungry when I left! On the pricey side too.
Eclectic Hispanic cuisine. Relaxed comfy garden or cooled covered terrace are both charming. The staff is attentive and professional. We were there on Sunday for brunch. We enjoyed the (local farm) duck risotto and the sausages. The chef, who is also part owner, is quite talented and uses his mexican/colombian roots to advantage. For dessert we shared the churro donuts with chocolate sauce à la mode. Everything was fresh, well-prepared and delicious. We plan to return soon so we can try the regular dinner menu!
Colonia Verde is absolutely lovely! The patio is gorgeous. The food is delicious and the wine list is stellar. There are a lot of gluten free options and everything is tasty. The carnitas tacos and half chicken were both superb. The staff was also stellar.
We had dinner at Colonia Verde on September 18 during a long weekend visit to Brooklyn/NYC. Our dinner that evening was the highlight of the weekend. The food was delicious, service was wonderful and the atmosphere was relaxing and beautiful. Worth a visit.
Very nice ambiance, and nice place to relax. Patio is wonderful. The food was decent - I agree with other reviewers that it is under-seasoned/bland. Prices seem fair, except for the wine - $15 for tiny pours; our glasses ranged from 3oz-4oz. I never understand why restaurants CHEAP OUT ON THE WINE POURS - its a $20 bottle of wine, and you are charging me $15 for a tiny glass. Cmon, really?!
Fantastic Spanish food and drinks. Great atmosphere.
Great wine and food. Shrimp tacos and gringos churros were delicious
I came here because it has outdoor space heaters, making it pleasantly covid-friendly. They also require someone to sign their name for covid tracing. The restaurant itself has great interior design and vibe. It has a rustic, funky, European vibe with rustic but mod pieces through out the space. The outdoor area is beautiful and green. The staff is very nice and accommodating. The food is probably a 7-8/10. I had brunch: a warm Brussels sprout Caesar dish and shrimp tacos. Definitely tasty but not the most interesting. I would recommend visiting- especially if you are looking for a trendy, cute, but relaxed vibe.
Food was very good (tacos and churros yum) but the service was pretty bad.Our party of 4 waited 25 minutes for our waitress to come over - no water no drink orders nothing. This was only because I flagged her down at the 20 minute mark. I dont know if youve waited 20+ minutes to be served but it should be unacceptable at a restaurant where you need to make reservations a month in advance.Honestly- the terrible service ruined the food afterwards. It almost seemed like she was purposely avoiding serving us.We watched her do everything from bringing other tables more water (not even their first water) to taking drink orders for other tables who sat AFTER us. The last straw for us was when we watched her go inside to bring the table next to us salt and pepper without even acknowledging us.
Incredible food, great atmosphere and the best dang cocktails Ive ever had. The staff makes you feel like family and Ive had just as much fun there solo bellied up to the bar as I have for a group dinner.I cant wait to come back ASAP (and for now the take out provisions have been insane!)
Went for brunch. It was amazing. The back patio is gorgeous, the food was delicious, the service was amazing. Definitely will be back!I am still very COVID cautious and I felt very safe the whole time. Thanks Colonia Verde!
A fantastic local dining experience! Felt incredibly safe coming in here with all of their clear precautions, and seeing other patrons being respectful of the rules.We were led to a GORGEOUS seating area in the back with a great romantic ambiance. We ordered several things off the menu which were all delicious, but highly recommend the tuna tostadas, the poblano bolognese, and tomatilllo salad. My cocktails were fantastic and my husband enjoyed one of his wines so much we took a bottle home!Cant wait to return here!
Fabulous food (ceviche, sausage and veggie platter, cauliflower with mole, coconut yucca cake) and drinks (natural wine!), staff were very attentive and kind, and such a charming atmosphere inside and on the back patio. Cannot wait to go back!
Ive been here for both lunch and dinner and both have been incredible. The atmosphere is very relaxed while still having an intimate feeling. The back patio is the place to sit if the weather permits.As far as the food, you honestly cant go wrong. There are only 2 things on the menu Ive not had the pleasure of trying yet and Im looking forward to going back for them since everything else was wonderfully cooked and presented.A+ staff - friendly, welcoming, quick, and funny.Great spot for a date, to bring friends and family, or for a chill lunch.
The food was good, wine was not, the service was top notch.
We decided to go here for brunch because of all the great reviews we saw. We ordered the steak and huevos divorciados and the duck calentado. I was very surprised at how underwhelming and bland the food was.
I would say it is a pleasant place for brunch, and its okay I think, not very impressive.
Just a very good restaurantDuck Tacos 10/10
Delicious. The yucca mushroom appetizer will blow you away, as will the pork belly, very unique bolognese style pasta, and anything with the authentic molé. The drinks lean mezcal but they are both tasty and potent. I should not have assumed they speak Spanish. My server was Portuguese, and didnt understand a word I said in Spanish.
Seriously amazing food with authentic flavors. Owner and staff take great pride in their menu and space. They also have canned goods and homemade sauces that can be bought individually or as gift baskets.
Had a late Valentines dinner here and the food was outstanding. At the time they were featuring wines from the Willamette Valley in my home state of Oregon, an unexpected bonus!! To top it off our server was charming and accommodating. It was a perfect night!
Colonia Verde has always been a neighborhood staple, but during COVID its really been my go-to spot! The outdoor seating is so quaint and lovey, and the food never disappoints. As a pescatarian, I can always find something to eat here. The drinks are also delicious. I came here for a 30th birthday on Thursday and the servers were so kind and chill. We had the best time. I love Colonia Verde and am so happy its been available for COVID dining and more!
Food and ambience were good.We were very disappointed with the service and attitude. It was our friends birthday and we called ahead to request a candle on the dessert. After other guests also celebrating birthdays received as such, it was upsetting when our dessert turned up without a candle, which no doubt our friend was expecting. At the end of the meal when we spoke to the staff about it, they shrugged it off with an attitude and didn’t even manage to apologize.The description of the food from the service staff also did not match the food that came out. Again when we mentioned that, it was shrugged off with no follow up.Overall a disappointing choice - the food was good, but we all felt the same about the service upon leaving
Delightful birthday lunch. Excellent service and delicious food. Accepted the recommendation of the shrimp tacos and lamb sliders, and we were very pleased. Dessert was very satisfying, as was the coffee. Great experience overall.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!Im not one to write reviews but the food is so delicious Im writing as I eat dessert.Food was amazing. Staff gave great recommendations, were very personable, warm & inviting. Our menu below.Les Lunes Wine - Cosmic Blend (Highly recommended)Really good blend, fruity but not sweetBrussel sprouts were so good, tender pieces.Pork belly was crunchy & spicyDuck confit tacos were moist with a spicy sauce.Pork chops were tender & juiceyMacaroni & cheese was cheesy and flavorful.Churro Donuts, perfect balance of crunchy, soft, with a chocolate sauce.So amazing!! Would come back everyday if I didnt care about my weight.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Happy people - so great service. Very good food - so healthy, too. And bathrooms are authentic colonia - youll love them
I’ve always loved coming to Colonia Verde for brunch, but I want to talk about how great CASA, their delivery service, is. Do they have a delicious spread of goods available for delivery? Check. Do they have pre-made, easy to cook, and raw ingredients? Check. Was I able to get a dinner for six ready in ten minutes? Check. I love it y’all. The carnitas taco kit was a dream come true, and I could just drink that al pastor sauce straight up. Plus, the food comes with really thoughtful packaging and cooking instructions. I will definitely continue to use CASA as long as I can, and I’m looking forward to returning to CV for brunch once we’re able to!
My favorite place. So many flavors and textures that are tied together effortlessly. Always amazing!
Holy hell this place was good. Went in for lunch on a whim and ordered the ceviche app and tuna tostadas - absolutely unbelievably delicious. As I was eating I was making a reservation from then for dinner.
Looks like a charming little dinner restaurant, but looks are deceiving in this case. Dont bother coming here without a reservation (or at all), seated outside near the plants in the front, the mosquitos were abundant. Our first course was not ever put into the kitchen after we ordered, so I cant speak on that, but the chayote tostada and duck taco were so spicy as to be inedible. The same can be said of the brussel sprouts with chorizo. My spritz was bitter and watered down. The paradilla was served in an assemble-your-own kind of way, and was overall disappointing, with salty queso fundido. I found the menu items to be overpriced, and it is sadly both time and money I can never get back.
Food and ambiance fantastic as always. Just wanted to jump on here to thank Matt, our incredible server, for making our birthday celebration so much fun! Thanks Matt, u rock!
Colonia Verde is one of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn. They offer the whole package great cocktails/wine, excellent food and good vibes. Duck confit tacos and poblano pepper pasta are a must. And for dessert, get the churros.
Wish the grilled eggplant main had more eggplant. It was mostly cauliflower and grains. That said, all the food was still very good! Cool outdoor area too.
Yes, this place is the place for steak and grill latin style. The outdoor is lovely and the attention is top notch. They sometimes go a little over cooked with the steak so I would order rearer that you usually do or be very specific. They are super cool if you need to replace it tho. Michaelada is the bomb, the veggie parrilla is cooked to perfection, almost everything on their menu is worth trying out.
Went for brunch. Overall was ok. A bit pricey, but the food was good. Service overall was standard. Definitely not a loquacious bunch. Bloody Mary’s were ok. Not much in terms of toppings, but the horseradish was fresh. The menu was a bit limited. The atmosphere was lovely in the garden, just full of mosquitoes though. Likely just a one time visit for us.
Beautiful restaurant, Latin inspired with nice backyard.Respected Covid - social distancing etc.Delicious tostados and churros.Service was pleasant but nothing stellar.One negative was the ceviche, basically inedible to my group.Otherwise great experience.
Amazing food and service. Two of us ordered the taco starter which was so good and it came with a bunch of tacos. We also ordered a salad, entree and a side, which ended up being the perfect amount of delicious food. I’ve been craving the burger every day since and can’t wait to return.
We met with friends at this place for dinner. This spot was recommended to us by a friend. Well, it was a winning. the staff were so friendly and we felt excellent. The food was just great. We enjoyed every moment and we will definitely return to this restaurant. Recommended.
Bursting with flavours, every dish was melt in your mouth delicious. We had tuna tacos with pineapple slaw, duck confit mini burritos, garlic mushrooms, rounded off with fresh, citrus cocktails. Getting hungry just thinking about it... Highly recommend.
Inspired staff, amazing food, unmatched, focused beverage program.
Food was just superb. Backyard area was quaint and cool, cocktails were very well done. One of the best spots in the neighborhood.
The outdoor patio was absolutely adorable. While a pricey, the quality of food was fantastic. Bone marrow, gluten free bread and churros were the highlight along with the orange wine selection!
Wonderful local restaurant with excellent food and extremely professional staff.
Amazing food! the interior / atmosphere is very nice as well. we ordered their famous bolognese pasta, duck confit tacos and tuna tostadas. ALL super delicious. definitely order the churros for dessert, they’re the best i’ve ever had in my life. staff is very friendly too!
Colonial Verde never disappoints, with excellent flavors and a consistent selection of beautifully prepared Latin-infused dishes. It’s good for date night, but even better for groups where you can share a wider selection of larger plates. They also have a very pretty garden in back, but even if you’re seated indoors there’s a glass atrium that keeps the restaurant feeling inviting and open.
Easily one of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn. The decor inside is really cozy. The back area with the glass walls/ceiling is an awesome place to enjoy your meal. Prices are very fair and the food and drinks are fantastic.
Amaizing place for a dinner, tacos and steak highly recommended ;)
This is a 5 start restaurant, food,service… steak must try
I eat in this lovely spot quite a bit! This is my favorite restaurant to have a bite. I visit this place many times. The food is very tasty, the staff members are welcoming and the rates are affordable. I enjoy being in this place to have a rich meal.
Brunch. Burger was awesome (and gf) and the sauce for it was crack-like. Summer corn salad was also very good. Bloody marry was better than the mescal drink I had. Service was pretty good and friendly, space is gorgeous, especially on a sunny day, AC was powerful.
Under new management this restaurant has become a gem with a masterful menu and wine list. Always the atmosphere is fine and lively and the back of the restautant is gorgeous. I would give it 6 stars if I could.
Very nice food. Do not under any circumstances sit at the two chairs at the counter in the window facing away from the room - you will never get waited on. Once the server finally noticed my presence she was perfectly pleasant but then never returned to see if I wanted another drink, etc., and I had to get up and find her in order to pay the check.
Always delicious food, fantastic service & a delightful ambience. Trust me, youll regret not getting the duck tacos! So tender, so delicious. And a great wine list to boot.
Atmosphere tops my priorities for a fabulous dining experience, and the Latin escape that is Colonia Verde stands among the best youll find in New York. Carefully crafted for every sense, the environment is simultaneously authentic yet well-appointed, and vibrant yet intimate. The open-air patio is particularly special, offering a true oasis.And the food is (almost) as uniquely desirable as the place its enjoyed, with a selection for every dietary preference but not overwhelming in variety. The friendly, knowledgeable staff provide any needed direction.The one drawback: No hot sauce. I was quite surprised to request it twice, receiving a delicious option each time but neither with the slightest sense of heat.With beyond-reasonable prices, Colonia Verde is one of the best values in a dining experience—anywhere.
This place does meat really well. My friend and I crushed chicken, pork, shrimp, and the burger, and everything was well cooked, looked great, and tasted even better. Highly recommended.
Very nice place for brunch. Lively and great staff. I had the white fish arepa. Delicious !!! Great value for a relaxed Saturday.
Food: excellent. Service: terrific. Atmosphere: enjoyable. The duck chilaquiles are not to be missed. We loved it!
Great outdoor and indoor seating. Beautiful natural lighting during the day. Great service. Great food. No complaints.
What a gem! Authentic Latin food, great service and a delightful patio. The ide tea is so good as well as their meat cuts.
Excellent tequila & mezcal drinks, tacos & salads
My wife and I ordered a pint of the habanero aioli. It was so freaking good, we put it on everything. Salmon & eggs. Tacos. Avocado toast. Even tried it in a cocktail. For two weeks, we thought we could cook.Now we finished the sauce, back to the ol regular food. Its like our whole life was a lie.
I had a great time at Colonia Verde from the moment I sat at the bar. TJ, the bartender, was very attentive and suggested a very delicious main course - golden tilefish. It was a special, not on the regular menu but well worth trying. The atmosphere was pleasant and laid back and the coconut cake with a double-espresso, finished with a neat Islay Single Malt scotch, topped off a really great meal. I will definitely be returning to this restaurant to try sone of their other tasty dishes.
This restaurant requires proof of vaccination to sit at a table on the sidewalk.We do not support such business practices.Impossible to tell how the food is.
The food was well-prepared and tasty, but nothing worth revisiting. Had the marrow, pulpo, ribeye, baby eggplant and desserts (donut churros & coconut cake)...marrow was the least impressive and the eggplant was flavorless, churros were great, cocktails were delicious
Wow! Colonia Verde is truly a Latin American magical getaway in the heart of Fort Greene! I went there for dinner with a friend and we were blown away! We sat in the front room and had a good view of the kitchen as we saw our food being prepared. Everything was beyond delicious - the sausage and veggie parillada, the poblano pepper pasta, tilefish special and the mouthwatering coconut cake. Extra thumbs up for amazing service and the kitchen being so accommodating to me as a Vegan!!We will definitely be returning here often and highly recommend. It was a warm atmosphere that had that real community feel and authentic Latin American cuisine :)
We ordered the queso fundido con rajas and the duck calentado. Both were very good, but the queso fundido was amazing. We were seated at the bar as the place was full. The bar tender was friendly and very attentive. Overall good experience.
One of the most pleasant things about Colonia Verde is the unpretentious, cozy and inviting ambiance that surrounds the place. The other are the Latin-inspired dishes that flee from regional stereotypes and instead make for an unexpected, fun cuisine. Great cocktails too!
Once again, a huge thank you to Cyrus, restaurant manager, for assisting my party last weekend. It was a party of 12 and we rocked the place. The service was on point and once again, we ate up the place. Cyrus does an amazing job with keeping track of our orders and entertaining us with amazing drinks Colonia Verde has to offer. I will be returning again for more!
The last time I ate there I got food poisoning. Manager is a major d bag too. Go elsewhere.
Wonderful atmosphere with delicious food and attentive service. Its always a fabulous meal. So much so that you now need to make a reservation. Definitely worth it!
Last night was our first time we came to that fine restaurant. But It is definitely not the last time. We enjoyed the evening very much with the good service, with the high quality cuisine and wine and with the decent price. We will surely come back in a short time.
Things not to miss: *SAVE SPACE FOR THE DESSERT* The churro donuts and ice cream is amazing. Dont miss it! Other menu items that were particularly great: the grilled sausage and vegetable appetizer, the arepas, and all of the grilled meats. But really. Im serious. Dont miss the churro donut dessert–that was outstanding!
Excellent food. Creative and plentiful. Pulpo is a highlight. Service is great as well. Gave it 4 stars because of unexpectedly disappointing sundae for dessert.
Wonderful food and atmosphere. The warm roasted carrots and hazelnuts worked beautifully with the cool mint labneh chutney situation. The assorted sausage and vegetable board was also on point.
Fantastic skirt steak. Fast service!
Had a delicious and romantic dinner here, would recommend everything we ate: Pork belly arepa, pulpo, chicken and rice, burger, watercress salad. If you want to impress your date, request the back patio!
Lovely indoor/outdoor eating area (noisy though), good pork tacos, yummy mushrooms. Cauliflower with mole could have been better, but overall Id come back.
Love! Their steak & salad is superb!
Honestly give me a break. You can’t take a place seriously when it overcharged for bland food that doesnt deliver on what it promises.Thankfully the portions are undersized so you don’t have to eat too much. Cya….
Lets talk for a minute about the greatest brunch setting OF ALL TIME PEOPLE. Colonia Verde may not be on every NYC short list of restaurants, and honestly, that is fine with me. Because more steak for me, less for you. In all seriousness, this is the best steak and eggs money can buy you in all of New York. If you dont believe me, just ask my man Jorge, who runs the bar at Colonia Verde every Saturday and Sunday for brunch. A few months ago, the team at Colonia Verde outdid themselves once again when we approached them for a privately catered event. After some last minute confusion, the manager on duty went entirely out of her way to ensure that our guests were entirely floored by the food and drinks that they had prepared for us. You will not go wrong with this place. Also, yes - you need an order of the churro donuts.
Great atmosphere in this South American inspired restaurant. On a nice day, try to score a seat in their back garden. Food is delicious and cocktails well made!
Food here was absolutely delicious and flavourful, good service and lovely atmosphere
Adorable place, great food - we all left happy
Cozy place; the back patio was an oasis on a gorgeous day. Short menu but had some creative dishes and everything we ordered was delicious and perfectly executed.
Delicious food, great service, beautiful restaurant
Amazing experience. Nice back patio area
Shrimp tacos are amazing. Staff friendly and accommodating. Dining in the conservatory is gorgeous. Full outdoor dining option if preferred.
Fantastic service and top-notch food!
Ok. great octopus, shrimp tacos, steak was very average though and so was the duck confit wrap. Nice atmosphere but had better. A lot better.
If you actually are hungry and want to eat, avoid at all costs. Would have loved to eat here based on the reviews of semi mediocre food, but after being told to go to the bar down the street and wait 55 minutes (and doing just that) we returned and waited for another 45 minutes. The hostess was extremely rude to us when we asked her for an update as to our estimated wait and upon reaching the 2 hour mark (and 8 min before closing) we decided to call it. This kind of service pisses me off more than anything. Hopefully some place better will come along and replace them soon and actually care about the customers they serve.** Editing this as of 02/14/18 in response to the owners comment below:“Hopefully some place better comes along and replace them soon”. Shame on you. This attitude of privilege, anger and complete detachment is a total spirit killer. We love our customers, we love Fort Greene and we will continue to work every day and night to serve our neighbors and guests and continue to improve as we are far from perfect. We’ve never answered a review but this is too cruel not to react.There are families and employees attached to your comments._____________Ya know, I will take full responsibility of the fact that I did write this review in the heat of anger. You are correct in pointing out that I should not have directed that anger at anyone other than those responsible for my miserable experience. My heart goes out to the hard working employees at Colonia Verde who are legitimately trying to do their best and make sure their customers have a good experience.Now, having said that - based on your response, it is even more clear that my point still stands. Shame on YOU for refusing to address a customer who had what myself and Im sure many others would consider a very unfavorable experience with anything other than an apology. You accuse me of having an attitude of Privilege, anger and complete detachment, but my question to you is this: Please tell me how I should have felt having been in that situation...since you clearly are an expert on your customers emotions.The bottom line is this: We were excited to be customers at your restaurant. We were willing to pay you for service, and for an experience. The experience we received was that we were treated poorly and felt as if we were unwelcome.If you are so concerned about the families and employees that are attached to your customers comments, maybe you should take a hard look at how YOU yourself are treating your customers.
Midtown Manhattan prices and nothing special. Also, small portions. Almost as if you need to make a stop at the pizza place on your way home. Nice backyard though.
Great drinks (old fashioned was top notch), knowledgeable barstaff and perfect fresh donuts. Clientele a bit too hip for me, but good atmosphere nonetheless.
Big family style dinner, 16 or so folks. Food and service both stellar.
The BEST burger. And the bun is Brazilian cheese bread (amazing) which is naturally gluten-free!! We are renting this place for our wedding....
Really good food and attentive service. We did apps and sides and were not disappointed. Especially recommend the brussel sprouts and bone marrow.
Absolutely fantastic brunch food. Just great. The rear patio and greenhouse are gorgeous spaces.
Great ambiance, tacos and cocktails - wasn’t too impressed with the sides being pretty flavorless but overall worth a visit
Amazing. Best burger I have had and amazing octopus. Friendly staff and lovely indoor patio. Cant wait to go back.
Wonderful post covid family dining experience with great & varied Latin food choices accompanied by polite & attentive service!
Wonderful place!Great dishes with comfortable prices.Excellent service.I enjoyed everything here.
The food is consistently fresh and delicious, workers provides fantastic service. I loved how clean it is and mood. Will visit here again.
Good food, burger was super heavy. Love their cheese bread as well. Prices were not that bad for the area either. All around win
I really loved their food. I always get good service here. The place is clean and the cashiers are always very welcoming. I highly recommend this place.
This place is worth a try. They serve large portions for fair prices. Always neat and with excellent vibes. Would recommend to others.
Went there for a brunch..I loved the laid back atmosphere and the service was really good. The food was also out of the ordinary mixed fusion latino american which is great.
Love the menu, atmosphere, service. One of my favorite places in Ft G
Excellent menu, great service and fantastic ambiance, they hit all the right points.
Only brunch on Saturdays. Assados on Sundays and a good menu for business days. Drinks are a little pricey, but food is fair and of great quality
I prefer this place a lot. It has a happy air. The food is tasty. the service is dynamic and the personel is professional. The cost is satisfactory. deeply recommend.
Great food and drinks.
This place is worth giving a shot. They serve big portions for reasonable rates. Regularly well organized and with excellent character. Would recommend to others.
I was literally 5 minutes ago at the place (3:23pm) and they would not take our order saying that the kitchen was already closed, despite the menu and the website saying it closed at 3:30pm. Very bad attitude by the waiter. DO NOT COME HERE!
Great steak and sauces. Medium was a little on the well done side for me so will go medium rare next time.
Lovely greenhouse room, very good food
Two of us got food poisoning. On the bright side, the service was great.
My favorite neighborhood restaurant -great vibes, everything on menu is consistently delicious, and hands down the best steak in NYC.
10/10! (pro tip: order the pineapple cake)
The food was sumptuous and the service was excellent. You have to try shrimp tacos😋😋
Delicious tequila cocktails, trout ceviche, tomatillo/feta/mint salad, everything was excellent
One of the best restaurants in the area. Never fails. ❤️
The vibe was incredible. I would definitely come back for drinks in the back yard again, I just dont think Id order food.
Certainly a place worth trying, the food is awesome and well prepared, the prices are affordable and it is constantly well organized here. Fantastic work.
Woah. Super tasty food and great staff. Highly recommend!
Great Latin American restaurant in the heart of Fort Greene. Lots of steak options, and really great sides.
My god. Amazing food, amazing staff. Get the churros for dessert. Best thing youll ever put in your mouth.
Great atmosphere and wonderful menu options. Good for groups, and also date nights.
Great time there! Shrimp tacos and Duck confit nachos were amazing. Will be back
Excellent service and great food. Enjoyable and wonderful atmosphere.
Fantastic brunch with some unconventional, but delicious offerings! Nice outdoor space too, even in winter.
Delicious brunch. The churro donuts are to die for. The chicken and quinoa is absolutely amazing!!!
Dis place has a backyard that will blow you out of your shamboozles with its serenityThe food is yummy to a vast extent as well
Nice atmosphere. Good, not great food (at least for a veg). Pretty steep prices for the unexceptional
Tge best food ever. I liked every little thing from the location, the service and the food amazing
Great food, vibe and service. Try the white fish arepa and duck tacos.
Would of gave it 5 but waiter did not pay us any attention. We still over tipped and thought the food to be 5 stars.
Beautiful outdoor setting restaurant. Great food and friendly staff.
Amazingly delicious food, really good service, beautiful place, great wine.
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for Colonia Verde 2023:
Review №1
2022-07-08INCREDIBLE food and cocktails! Everything I ordered I want the recipe to try and recreate it at home. Michelin-star level food (even though they don’t have one yet!) and a great restaurant to go to for a special occasion or if you want to treat yourself. There was lots of seating and they have a backyard too. I definitely would recommend getting a reservation because tables fill up quickly.This is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn
Review №2
2022-06-22Gorgeous restaurant for brunch with an outdoor patio in the back. Tables are spread apart comfortably so you don’t feel crowded. Staff was attentive, and they have bottomless coffee on the brunch menu☕️ highly recommend the steak & eggs, and tacos
Review №3
2022-05-16Amazing Sundays of Asado. Wine was delicious, good mezcal and great food.The vibe is great and super fun. The staff is fantastic and very caring of the guests. I will recommend this event for sure.
Review №4
2022-04-26Came here for brunch and can’t wait to go back! The chilaquiles are some of the best I’ve had in the city and loved the corn esquite side. Make sure not to skip on the churro doughnuts either!
Review №5
2021-11-07Perfect experience. Delicious food. We ordered a handful of sides and salad and each dish was so good. And even if you’re not into meat, each veggie dish is full of flavor. The staff is so lovely. The ambiance is beautiful. It feels like being at someone’s home for dinner watching the team prepare the meals, lots of laughter while being super efficiently run.
Review №6
2021-12-11Had a great time at this restaurant- perfect lighting where we sat in their indoor greenhouse towards the back, the staff was really nice and attentive, and food was excellent. We ordered the cast iron blackened porkchop (nicely seasoned and perfectly cooked), shrimp tacos, and esquite salad (fresh!) which was perfect to share between two with just enough room for dessert. We ordered the little piece of brazil which was a piece of yuca+coconut cake on a skillet - it was served hot and topped with whipped cream and lime zest. All in all great combination of flavors and textures in one meal. Will be back!
Review №7
2022-01-23Everything is good here but the Sierra is the way to go for brunch- warm Brussel Sprout Caeser w Pecorini Cheese & EggOutdoor space is really well heated
Review №8
2021-07-04Great customer service. You can eat indoors, backyard or curbside.Latin American cuisine.Vegan options availableLots of nuts in dishes.Tasty condiments.Was too full with vegan selections: sweet potatoes fries, and roasted cauliflower, to enjoy desserts.Many tasty desserts were seen being served.
Review №9
2021-10-29Wow! I’ve been meaning to try this place out for the past couple of years since I moved to the neighborhood...I should have stopped in a long time ago!! Everything was AMAZING, my coffee rubbed carnitas tacos were amazing, my guests smokey mushroom arepa were incredible. The ceviche was out-of-control plus it had a good kick to it and citrus forward. The esquites was pretty good too, but I’ll definitely be try something new the next time I stop in. Also the gringos churros were soooo good and it was served with a side of mexican chocolate. I sat outside in their back patio which was super cute and intimate. I’ll be back for sure and I’d highly recommend this place to anyone who wants great mexican food in Fort Greene.
Review №10
2021-10-16I had heard great things about this place and decided to finally try it out. I went for brunch and was seated on the backyard. Everything was fantastic: the food (try the duck calentado), the service, the music and the backyard ambiance.