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Banania Café

241 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
at Douglass St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
718-237-9100 Send to Phone

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  • Cuisine: Bistro, French
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Jonathan Bourland

Nearby Subway Stops

F, G at Bergen St.

Prices

$12-$17

Payment Methods

Cash Only

Special Features

  • Brunch - Weekend
  • Delivery
  • Kid-Friendly
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Take-Out

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Not Accepted

Delivery Area

Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens

Profile

This venue is closed.

Cobble Hill’s jumping Smith Street has become the most family-friendly part of town, and Banania Café fits right in. The easygoing, attentive staff welcomes parents and their tots to enjoy ridiculously inexpensive steak-frites and a wonderful array of wines and desserts. Statues of Tin Tin supervise from the shelves. — Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld

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Brunch: Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm

Note: Reservations only accepted for parties of 5 or more.

8.0 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
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Food: 8.0
Service: 7.0
Décor: 8.0
Value: 7.5

Very pleasing French food

brooklynliz from | Posted on 5/1/05

Overall Rating: 8 (Recommended)
Food: 8
Service: 7
Décor: 8
Value: 7

I am always satisfied with my food at Banania. The brunch is a great value, and the food at all meals is very, very satisfying. I'm never blown away by the dining experience, but it is always worth the money. The atmosphere is the right mix of casual and fun, but classy. One plus is that the manager (owner?) is always on site and is very good looking and friendly.

Excellent Brunch

pinachevalier from | Posted on 11/10/04

Overall Rating: 8 (Recommended)
Food: 8
Service: 7
Décor: 8
Value: 8

Banania is my favorite place to go for brunch. They give you fresh chocolate croissants, bread, and yummy jam. The atmosphere is very french and the place has a very warm feel to it.

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