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Saul
140 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY, 11201
nr. Bergen St.
718-935-9844
| 7.6 | "Recommended" Average Reader Rating on a Scale of 10 |  |
perfect meal
murphyjwb from 11222 | Posted on 9/3/09
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i came here last night and what a great dining experience! the restaurant is small and has a very nice, romantic atmosphere. our waiter was friendly, helpful and attentive. the food was meticulously prepared and delicious! our favorite dish was the foie gras starter, but really everything was amazing. the baked alaska is a must for dessert. we cleaned our plates. we will definitely be coming back to try the tasting menu! i would highly recommend this for any special occasion.
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Very Special
hotpinkkitty from 11216 | Posted on 8/7/07
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Just went to Saul for my birthday and was pleased with the whole experience. The staff was really nice and attentive and they did not rush us at all, in fact they made a point to let us know we could linger and take as long as we wanted. Our waiter seemed very knowledgable, friendly and not pretentious. The wine list was really well chosen especially the whites. I was a little disappointed in the red list because it was New World heavy. Last but not least the food was amazing. The chef used fresh seasonal ingredients, squeezed all the flavor out of each ingredient and used unique flavor profiles. The seating arrangement and decor was my only complaint. There were few good tables even though they had ample room to do a lot with. Our seating was awkward to the point of being uncomfortable. The artwork was not pleasant. I would have much preferred the black and white photos they have on the front of each of their menus. All in all, it was a memorable dining experience and definitely one of the best in Brooklyn. I will be back again for a specal occasion dinner in the future.
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totes yums
wittenberg from 11238 | Posted on 5/28/07
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loved it. delicious.
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Ignore the service and try to enjoy the food
timchurch from 10591 | Posted on 1/3/07
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There is no time to catch your breath between the tiniest portions of New American/French food. Appetizers and entrees were thrown at us in order to make room for the next seating, even though we were 10 minutes early for our reservation. Prices are generally good, but how high can you rate your food if you only get a few bites? Three scallops for $27 seems a lot.
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more than fabulous
foodenthusiast from 11201 | Posted on 11/1/06
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After having suffered through several dinners in over-priced, high-end Manhattan restaurants, my husband and I were delighted by our meal at Saul. The food was sublime -- each dish carefully crafted and perfectly prepared. The foie gras, bass, lamb, and warm autumn salad were truly superlative. The service was informed, but informal. We loved the wine recommendations. The setting is not nearly as dramatic as the food, but is warm and cozy. I cannot recommend it more highly -- the only Manhattan restaurants as good are the Modern and Jean Georges in my view.
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Nowhere near as good as I hoped
redshoes from 11209 | Posted on 9/24/06
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I took my parents to Saul thinking it would be a great treat. Unfotrunately, the service was rushed and borderline rude, and though the food was very good, the dining experience was awkward and uncomfortable. I was embarrassed to have taken them there! Considering the expence, it was definitely not worth it!
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Obnoxious want-to-be...
etincelles | Posted on 1/25/06
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How disappointing! I had dinner at Saul's once with my better half. Food was great, service okay, decor boring, borderline of overpriced. We attempted to have dinner twice thereafter, but were turned down at the door by a *very* condescending, pompous, arrogant young want-to-be maitre d'hotel who did not even give us the courtesy of an eye to eye contact... (The restaurant was nearly empty on both week nights). The "maitre d" was so unpleasant, we were flabbergasted and left! We will NEVER return and remain very upset. A Michelin star will only make you a star for so long--and it's fading quick...
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Excellent experience from a master
dkay | Posted on 1/14/06
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Food, accoustics, service, are all top notch.
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We love Saul
alphasoixante | Posted on 11/3/05
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My wife and I first went to Saul 6 years ago and have been visiting every once in a while. Every time we have gone, the food has been consistently fabulous. The size and decor make it an intimate affair worthy of a first date to a first wedding anniversary. Most of the time the staff has been warm and welcoming save one time where we felt a little "talked down" to. It can be a tad pricey, but not obnoxiously so. Certainly not as pricey as some of the Manhattan restaurants which are of it's equal. Saul is our favorite restaurant in the Carroll Gardens/Cobble Hill/Boerum Hill area.
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Dessert was the topper !
Bklynpanda | Posted on 2/14/05
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I went for the firsttime on a romantic dinner for 2 and was very impressed by the decor and the atmosphere. Nice to be able to speak to your date in the restaurant without screamming or listening to other converstations. BUT....this was only superseeded by the aromas and taste of the food. I was quite impressed by the display, smell and then taste. Portions were very good(considering my date and I were full before dessert). We decide to get the souffle with a red wine/cherry ice cream that they make. My goodness we were to the point of licking the plate. If you want to impress anyone, even yourself, take them here. Enjoy !
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