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3602 Deli

1089 Rutland Rd, Brooklyn, NY, 11212
  • (718) 467-0657
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  • Philippe B.

    Extravagant & delicate flavors in every little bite. Food: 5 Stars I will be going a little more in-depth into each dish I had and/or tasted in my experience at this restaurant. The abridged version is: Delicious beyond a reasonable doubt. Serrano Ham Croquettes: Bite sized croquettes with an impactful flavor with every chew. I may sound overly dramatic, but the dish is excellent. The portion is small for anyone wanting a large meal, but it is a nice starter for anyone looking for a quality dish to begin a night of delicacies for your pallet. The sauce under the croquettes pairs perfectly with each other on the massively oversized plate. The oversized plate is a nice touch. Grilled Calamari: I only tasted this dish, but the calamari was cooked perfectly. The dish looks like a calamari and white bean salad. House Made Pâté de Campagne: I pretty much love any type of pâté that comes across my path and this one is no different. I received a good quantity of pâté served on a wooden cutting board with a healthy amount of apple-seed mustard (at least I think that is what it was). I ended up getting thirds for the bread since every piece was only good for a small sliver of pâté, which is the best way to eat it (in my opinion). Meyer Lemon Tart: A sweet finish to a magnificent evening of good eats. The tart is sweet, but isn't overpowering. The syrup surrounding the plate is amazing as well. It took a lot of willpower not to pick up the plate and lick it clean. Everything on the menu looks delicious. I will make sure to try something new the next time I go back. Service: 4.5 Stars The service was excellent and they had good patience, especially for some of my less dignified cohorts. Everything was presented beautifully and properly. All the rules waiters are required to follow were performed efficiently. I cannot give them enough credit. They know what to do, they care about what they are doing and the customers appreciate that whether they know it consciously or subconsciously. The open kitchen was quiet and efficient never disrupting any meals within the restaurant. For the 1.5-2 hours I was there I didn't know they even existed. Drinks 4.75 Stars I enjoyed a nice glass Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine list is rather long and would take one a long time to try them all. What would a wine bar be without good wine? Ambiance: 4.25 Stars The inside of the restaurant is simple, but classic. It is what one would expect to see in an upscale restaurant. The open kitchen is a nice touch, giving of a feeling that they have nothing to hide. Of course it's also nice to see the chefs in action. The service members add heavily to the ambiance since they blend well with the background of the restaurant appearing at times when you need them. Overall: 4.75 Stars There is a reason this restaurant has a Michelin star. The food is amazing, the service is on-point, and the wine is delicious. The ambiance is perfect for a date or celebrating a small quiet event. The quantity of food is small, but the dishes are amazing. Each. And. EVERY. One! I am happy we accidentally stumbled into this restaurant after the place we originally intended to go was closed.

    (5)

  • Eric G.

    Danny Brown is a small corner footprint on Metropolitan Ave. and 71st drive. It wasn't its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence or Zagat's list of 8 top New York Wine bars which drew me there. Nor was it the Michelin star that Danny Brown received in 2011. Instead it was true word of mouth, the best kind of restaurant guide. So what kept me from Danny Brown for so long? Literally, it was my old way of thinking that my fine dining should be done in the city because of my small-minded way of thinking that the city is where everything new and interesting would be happening. What a mistake. Before I go any further, it bears mentioning, with all of the praise I'm about to heap on this excellent restaurant, that my meal took place on a Sunday night. Sunday night, generally considered being one of the worst nights to dine out. Yet, you'd never know it from this experience, nor would I say it matters here, as excellence appears to be expected at all times at Danny Brown. I entered into an unimposing dining room, clean, precise and with an understated elegance, which immediately put me at ease. Our table overlooked the small kitchen, lending a reassurance to this establishment's confidence in their art and form. Each chef was on display; all stations were easily in view and the calm, professionalism of each employee shone through in spades. The menu was broken down into small or "bigger" plates, with an entire page dedicated to cured meats and cheeses. It was described by Danny Brown as an informal mix of French, Italian and Spanish cuisine with a blend of traditional and current cooking methods. Informal may be a descriptor used here, and I can attest to how cozy and relaxing my meal was, but the food was to die for and could be presented at some of the top-level restaurants I've experienced throughout my life. This isn't what I'd expect at a country table in France--instead it's fine dining without the pretense. The portion sizes were perfect for a multi-course dinner, and honestly, that's the best way to enjoy this meal, because only one "bigger" plate, would only be a sinful temptation to what you would be missing. Now that I've dined here, my next visit will include even more plates with a group that won't mind sharing. Each course came with a level of intensity and depth that I would expect from a Per Se tasting menu, along with a delineation of flavors, which could be perfectly blended on the fork or enjoyed one bite at a time. I am in love. The wines list provided a perfect mix of both affordable and reserve level offerings, with a fairly priced list of wines by the glass. It wasn't the largest tome imaginable, nor was it lacking in any way. Instead, it read like a well-stocked cellar, with a range from the young and fruity through the aged and nuanced. I had no doubt that I could find a wine for any occasion. On this evening, I chose a young 2012 Riesling with a noticeable level of residual sugar and low alcohol, perfect for a Sunday dinner for two. And the price--$45! I left Danny Brown with a list of reasons why I must go back again and a check for two that came to a little over $200 for three courses and a bottle of wine. It was the perfect marriage of excellence, flavor, diversity, atmosphere and value. I highly recommend taking the time to come off the beaten path and enjoy this wonderful dining experience. Originally reviewed at The V.I.P. Table at: theviptable.blogspot.com

    (5)

  • Alyssa T.

    Prior to coming here, I gave myself a placebo effect that I would fall in love with this Michelin star restaurant in my home borough. Sadly though, no matter how much I tried to like the food here, I just didn't. Personally, I think the bread basket says a lot about the meal you are about the embark on and also the standard that the restaurant sets for itself. Am I being snobby here? I admit it, yes. Bread and butter; there was nothing special. Already knowing that this place has a Michelin star, my expectations were really up there to begin with. I was part of a big party so we had a separate limited menu to order from.: HAND MADE RICOTTA GNOCCHI--I didn't know what to think about my first bite. I literally had to sit there and sort of break it down in my mouth, component by component, before I came to the conclusion that it was JUST ALRIGHT. Presentation wise, it's lovely. The more I ate it, the more I started to grow a liking for it. However, I would've liked for the gnocchi to be the star of the dish and the garnishes to trail behind. The garnishes seem to overpower the gnocchi ie. the speck was so delicious! The portion size was appropriate for an appetizer; ~5-6 gnocchi and the gnocchi were cooked perfectly. "UNDER A BRICK" CHICKEN--I was NOT A FAN OF THE SAUCE at all. So unfortunate because the dish was full of it. It was too bitter and borderline herby for my liking. The PORTION size for the chicken was HUGE and it was COOKED to PERFECTION, with the skin lightly crisp and seasoned well. The potatoes were drenched in sauce so that was hard to eat. The escarole was yummy tho. Overall, I wouldn't come back. Service was impeccable and the GM kept coming over to make sure we were doing alright. I didn't get to try any of the wine but I'm glad I didn't since I couldn't enjoy my meal. Danny Brown was just not compatible with my taste in food. FYI MAKE A RESERVATION

    (2)

  • Isabel J.

    I been wanting to come here for awhile now since this is the only restaurant in Queens with a Michelin Star. I finally made it here and lets start with that the place has a very clean, crisp décor which I enjoyed. The service was excellent, the wine selection was huge (Thursdays-25% off on wine bottles) I ordered the chicken under a brick and it was juicy and the skin very crispy. I wish they had been a little more generous with the veggies that came with the dish. For dessert I had the crème brulee and it was really good. Overall everything here was good and delicious however it didn't blow my mind away.

    (4)

  • Troy B.

    The aromas emitting from this place beckon you to enter. The food is exquisite and the service is great. Order a wine flight. The varietals are great. Michelin Star. I shouldn't have to say anymore.

    (5)

  • Federico S.

    first time at danny b. a pleasant room with classic table layout, tables too close to each other, opted for the bar, got a gin martini and the lamb fillet with grilled vegetables, very pleasant atmosphere great bartender and the food was very good. will be back of course

    (5)

  • Caroline K.

    Yeah. I said it. Three stars. Finding a Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens is like finding the Holy Grail, but lo and behold, it actually exists. The exterior of the restaurant is nothing fancy, antiquated if anything, but I was curious to see whether or not it matched up to its rating. I got my hopes up a little too high. Staff is wonderful. There was no air of pretentious elitism, and even the elderly hostess didn't mind at all that we didn't make any reservations. The marinated seafood salad we had as an appetizer was bomb. Every piece of seafood, especially the shrimp and scallops, was so fresh and crisp. It was my favorite part of the meal. The duck confit, however, left something to be desired. I've realized that fried foods aren't really up my alley here. But the meat was tender enough to fall off the bone easily. We shared a bottle of pinot noir that went well with the food. What I really appreciated about this restaurant, was the service, as I previously stated. Everyone was so chill and laid-back, yet still maintained that classy etiquette servers are supposed to have. We probably stayed there for hours, long after dessert was finished, and not once were we pressured to pay the bill and mosey out of there. Maybe I'd come back, but only if I tried something else. Meh.

    (3)

  • Andrea B.

    Since this place opened, I have been dying to try their food. We walked into this place last week and realized that you HAVE to make areservation, so we took the card and walked off to find another spot. I eagerly awaited this weekend to come so I could finally try their food. It was the most depressing meal my boyfriend and I have ever had. I got the "special", which was scallops with gnocchi. The plate in which the food was served was nothing short of a behemoth. The food, already ridiculous in it's own right, looked even more absurd and insulting in it. There were 3 scallops and 4 gnocchi. it cost $40 dollars and it was literally four bites of food. You cannot seriously put this under your "bigger plates" section and then serve me what is your most expensive single dish that I can finish in four bites. Gnocchi is an item made of the cheapest food items ever, even if you want to call them organic and mountain grown, potatoes and flour are cheap. Serving me four of them half the size of my pinky is just insulting. My boyfriend got a pasta dish with rabbit. It is the first item of their menu and I am not sure what fancy name they have decided to call this disgusting, watery, soupy mess that tasted faintly of ragu and had pickled beans sprinkled on it. The pasta was overcooked, to top it off. I ate mine, sadly. He did not eat his. It sat there for the whopping 5 minutes it took me to finish my light snack and we asked for the check and left. If I have to make dinner after spending over $100 dollars at a restaurant you have officially succeded at ripping me off in ways no other business has to date. Thank you Danny Brown. p.s. like another reviewer pointed out, the cold bread basket and brick hard butter triangle sprinkled with random water they serve you when you fist sit down is a good taste of what you're getting here.

    (1)

  • Clinton M.

    What a beautiful Forest Hills experience. Friendly, professional staff, varied lunch menu, delicious cuisine, good wine list AND spectacular views of Central Park, the Plaza Hotel, Fifth Avenue -not to mention the view of the dapper/stylish clientele. Absolutely singular in it's casual elegance.

    (4)

  • Bern M.

    I wish there were half stars because this place deserves 4.5. I'm giving 5 in order to balance the overall 4 star rating. We arrived a half hour early and were welcomed warmly. The bartender was great, a truly delicious margarita on the rocks and a classy, laid back vibe. We were seated at the exact time of our reservation: 10:00. The only complaint I really have is that because our reservation was later, they ran out of the duck, which I had really wanted. I was surprised that they ran out of something that's a staple on the menu. I went with the special: venison osso buco, which was incredible. The flavor, preparation, and presentation, were superb. My boyfriend had the flat iron steak which he said was tasty although he wished it had been a little warmer. The service was excellent and the flourless chocolate cake was divine. I will be back, and highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Gabe B.

    Danny Brown is one of those stellar places that makes things seem so effortless. From the jamon croquettes to the braised short rib, it was all so delicious. The wine list alone is worth making a visit, something I'm sure is a draw for the housewives of Forest Hills. I would like to give it 5 stars but for now it'll be four. I need to return and try more of the menu.

    (4)

  • Maria C.

    Things I loved about Danny Brown: Beautiful restaurant Excellent service Impeccably curated wine selection Serrano ham croquettes Mascarpone cheesecake Things I didn't love about Danny Brown: Bland tuna tartar (this should never be!) Beef dishes ordered medium rare instead being served very rare Having my steak cut up for me and finding it cold Things I feel ambivalent about at Danny Brown: Gnocchi appetizer - The gnocchi itself was excellent and I liked the freshness of crisp cucumbers, shreds of ham and dill, but the nectarines were not ripe and lacked the sweetness that would have given this dish greater balance. These nectarines made a second appearance later in my panna cotta and had the same underwhelming effect. Panna Cotta - It was what one would expect, but I've had better at restaurants of far less repute. Dessert wine flights - While all of these wines were delicious, the lilliputian serving size of each one is a turnoff. I think all of us who love wine and have ordered wine flights in the past expect that each pour in a flight of three will be one third of what one would expect from a regular glass. These were literally wine "shots." It really doesn't give the impression of generosity, which I think is called for at the end of a fairly extravagant meal. Someone below dared to say that Danny Brown is somewhat on par with Per Se. I would have to object to that comparison. They are not in the same stratosphere. Not even close. I'm glad I finally tried Danny Brown, and we enjoyed our time there, but I wouldn't say it filled me with a desire to return.

    (3)

  • Ryan S.

    I really owe it to praise and review restaurants that do it right. You don't want to be 'that' person who only creates a yelp account to write only one scathing review only. Here is my review of my dinner date yesterday night. My date and I made the trek on foot from the continental station, it's about a 15-20 minute walk, which I recommend doing. You'll pass a beautiful neighborhood if you walk from 71st, Burns St towards Metropolitan Av. The streets are decked with quaint lantern lights, and there are nice houses to view. We arrived promptly for our reservation at 6:45 pm, and we were led in to choose our seats. There weren't many folks dining yet, it was about half full with a slight murmur of utensils attacking plates, and small talk. The decor and vibe was very romantic, it wasn't too intimidating where you would feel out of place with business casual clothing. Prior to coming, we'd decided that we'd try their Prix Fixe menu which is $30 pp. I was slightly disheartened to discover that they changed their menus as I really wanted to try their Sea Urchin dish, which they phased out of season. Roasted Cauliflower Soup This was a favorite between us, the ingredients just simply matched so well. I never tasted anything quite like this, it must have been the Truffle and Vadouvan spice. Satur Farms' Mixed Greens Presentation wise it wasn't anything special, it seemed a little lack luster when compared to the Roasted Cauliflower Soup, but it tasted quite nice. Roasted Skate This dish was probably the highlight of our dinner, the presentation was oh so perfect, the sauce.. oh the sauce.. I had to fight with my girlfriend for the sauce(I lost). It was phenomenal, my taste buds were simply wowed. Pumpkin Risotto Presentation was colorful and appetizing, the creaminess was on point, and the spice was just right. Flourless Chocolate Cake A simple dessert, I would have liked something a bit more exotic after our entrees, but for $30 pp, you can't complain at all. The cake was overwhelming by itself, but with the whipped cream and chocolate salted peanuts, it was lovely. Rum Raisin Carrot Cake Again, another simple dessert in disguise. It really doesn't look much on the exterior, but it was nice to dig in and discover the cream. It kind of just worked, where their basics was impeccable. I tried their wine flight "Red Flight Smooth & Ripe", I won't go in detail regarding what I thought, but would like to say that you should definitely try their flights, as it's a bargain at around $15. Service was great, I would really like to do a shout out to Brett(I hope I got his name down correctly), he was an absolute gentlemen and came to us multiple times to see if we were doing well. What I like about him is that he is very personable, and he genuinely wants you to have a great dinner. I would be lying if he didn't make our night, that much better. We'll definitely be back to try out the rest of their menu.

    (5)

  • Gen P.

    We had a good experience at Danny Browns. You can get a bottle of wine at a decent price for a nice restaurant. we started with a small meat and cheese board which was very good and a decent size. Chorizo is a good choice! I had the salmon which came in a delicious sauce with lentils and red cabbage. I was really happy at the end when they brought out a birthday dessert for my mom without me asking! They had looked at my notes on the reservation!

    (4)

  • Arthur A.

    For a small-ish restaurant on a quiet residential/commercial block, this place is truly a semi-hidden, but 100% gem. Decor is nice, very homey. A small open kitchen in the back, with about 4-5 people cooking. Attracted a mostly older crowd. Our server gave a great red wine recommendation. Checked up on us often. Not overly friendly, but polite and cordial. A second server came by who was a little more hospitable. For our group of 3, a small plate (listed on the menu as for 1-2 people) was sufficient. Favorites were the reggiano and the fromage and the ham. Gnocchi: incredibly soft, delicious. Favorite part of the meal. Seafood salad: excellent variety of fresh seafood. Nice cilantro dressing on the side. Served with very thin asparagus. Chicken under a brick was flavorful. Not a knockout dish but quite good anyway. The mascarpone cheesecake was fantastic. Reservations are pretty much required, as by 7:30 or so the place got packed (there are only about 15-20 tables to begin with). The place is a mix of European styles (tapas with a slight Greek twist?). So the small plates are meant to be small. I laugh at the reviews that say you don't get much food here. Well, the idea is quality over quantity. Stop super-sixing your meals at McD's and enjoy some amazing food and wine.

    (5)

  • Jeffrey C.

    Great restaurant hidden in Forest Hills with some of the best charcuterie! The food is a bit on the smaller side, but boy is it good. I booked a reservation on Yelp, and the manager actually expected our arrival! She greeted us and was glad that we made it on time. A+ for customer service!

    (5)

  • Maria M.

    My boyfriend and I came here when the restaurant first opened for our first valentines day. Definitely holds a special place in my heart. The short rib was definitely the star of the show. You didn't even need a butter knife to cut it. Save room for dessert, and definitely split a bottle of wine - the wine selection is great. The restaurant feels very welcoming.

    (4)

  • Rose L.

    We enjoyed the following: Calamari salad - innovative and very tasty Sweet potato gnocchi - nicely flavored Rabbit - nice presentation and good flavored Skate - tasty fish w nice accompaniments Would've enjoyed if we had a bit more space in btwn tables as seating can be tight due to table positioning. And would've loved room temp butter w the sourdough. Fun being able to watch chefs in action as kitchen is visible @ back o restaurant. Servers r attentive. Everyone from the sommelier to the bus boy does a little bit o everything from refilling water glasses to cleaning tables.

    (4)

  • Caren W.

    This Flushing restaurant, recently awarded a Michelin Star is worth a visit to Queens just to eat here. The food was excellent. My only complaint was the noise which a uncomfortably load. The atmosphere is casual, service good, great wine list, but the star here is the French, Italian, Spanish style food.

    (5)

  • Erol B.

    Great place, I love right nearby and finally decided to check it out. We will be back for sure!!

    (5)

  • Camy C.

    Came here for the Tuesday and Wednesday night $30 prix fixe dinner. We got there around 6pm on Wednesday night and it was quite empty. The restaurant never got filled but it was definitely the busiest restaurant in the area that night. For appetizer, I got the Tuscan Bean Soup (normaly $9) with Parmigiano Broth & Truffled Croutons and the bf got the organic salad. The 3 croutons were made from their bread - big, chunky sourdough croutons topped with lots of parmiagian cheese shavings. The soup itself was too bland and a LOT of beans!! I dunked one of the croutons into the soup and the soup was slightly flavored by the parmigian cheese but I was missing a depth in the flavor. The salad was quite refreshing, with arugula and spring mix. Nothing else in the salad though - only leafy veggies and the dressing which was delicious but I wish it had some thing else. Nuts? few pieces of crouton would have been nice. For the entree, I got the roasted skate and the bf got the Choucroute Garnie "á la Françoise", which had assortment of Veal & Pork Sausages, Smoked Pork Loin (aka HAM), Riesling Braised Sauerkraut, Juniper & Yukon Gold Potatoes. Everything was yummy. I didn't try the sauerkraut as I am not a fan. Roasted skate was delicious and a pretty nice portion. the skate ($26 normally) came with celery root purée, crispy cauliflower (delicious!!!!), caper berries & hazelnut-brown butter (it was oily). The skate was tender and well browned. The bf said it tasted a bit like lobster meat, i disagree but it was really quite good. Dessert was panna cotta with blood orange. The blood orange reduction below the panna cotta was tart and delicious. It came with 3 slices of fresh blood orange too. The panna cotta was on a firmer side - i prefer mine slightly softer, but it was pretty yum/light way to end the meal. Prix fixe menu has 2 items to choose from each of the course and gets updated monthly. It was good but I'm not sure if the food was amazing. The soup definitely fell flat for me, but the entree and the dessert were pretty good. Portion size was also good for me.

    (3)

  • JoAnn B.

    The staff was pleasant and very attentive. Wine selections fair, though I did not like the Riesling too much. The food was OK. I like more hearty comfort foods and Danny Brown had a lot of root vegetable selections. I had the chicken under a brick and it was tasty but would like more selections in the fish & seafood category. As I read these other reviews, I see mention of lobster with gnocchi and that was not the menu at all. May try it again but not too soon.

    (3)

  • Ryna D.

    We decided to try this Forest Hills wine bar after seeing that they've got a Michelin star. They have a prix fixe menu for $28 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays so we tried that option on our visit. The food was good but not impressive. Both entrees we had lacked in flavor. More impressive was the wine selection and with the reasonable prices we decided to get a bottle. The staff are all very nice and friendly and I did like the atmosphere of the place. I think if I were to come here for wine, cheese, and charcuterie I might enjoy it more.

    (3)

  • Gary F.

    always a pleasure eating here my wife and i consider this our favorite spot!! now shes pregnant we don't visit as much but when the baby pops we are going and eating more cheese and drinking more wine than you can shake a stick at!!

    (5)

  • Jason P.

    I always try to walk into a restaurant without any pretense, but with comments flying around about Danny Brown earning a michelin star, it's sometimes a bit hard to go in with a clear mind. I was hopeful to say the least. Reservations were put in place for our 7pm Wednesday dinner for four. Walking into this establishment, denotes quaint yet cozy. There's something about it that makes it feel classy, yet not pretentious. We were promptly seated and handed over wine and dinner menus. On Tuesdays & Wednesdays, Danny Brown offers a three course prix fixe menu for $28 that occasionally changes. We had intended to come for this, but there were just too many things we wanted to try, so only one of us, myself, wound up going for the prix fixe: Roasted Cauliflower Soup, Bouillabaisse, and Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta for dessert. Luckily, I was able to try everyone's dishes. - Roasted Cauliflower Soup ($9.00) complimented with Romesco & "Sourdough". The soup was thick in consistency, but somehow was far from rich. It turned out to be somewhat plain and boring. My palate was not even refined enough to barely notice the cauliflower flavor. A huge letdown. - Grilled House Made Merguez ($12.00) with Red Currant, Mustard Greens, Preserved Lemon & Harissa. The merguez was balanced with spices and flavors to make it for a very tasty sausage. - Hand Made Potato Gnocchi ($13.00) - Fava Beans, Asparagus, Saffron & Shaved Parmigiano. The gnocchi were thick yet soft, without being too chewy. A satisfying and solid appetizer, yet nothing out of the ordinary. - Bouillabaisse in a tomato-based broth, complimented with peas, potatoes, monk fish, mussels, and other seafood. I was not at all impressed by this fish stew. The fish were fresh and cooked soft yet maintaining a firmness, however the flavors from the broth seemed to be lacking, or rather light. The best part of this dish were probably the two small pieces of sliced hard bread topped with an orange rouille. Yum! - Risotto ($23.00) complimented with Taleggio, Bresaola, English Peas & Bresaola Fricco. This was by far the best dish of the evening! The risotto still maintained it's form but cooked enough to a creamy consistency. Balanced flavors made this an outstanding dish. - Roasted Organic Wester Ross Salmon ($29.00). The small piece of grilled salmon sat on top of a bed of French green lentils, wilted watercress, and bacon in a red wine glaze. was firm but not overcooked. It's a dish that was satisfy the healthy mindset people, but it somewhat ordinary. - Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta ($9.00). The panna cotta was firm yet gelatinous. It was simple and not too sweet. The Rhubarb compote served underneath was also light, complimenting perfectly. Portions were somewhat small, which I'm guessing is somewhere around 3 oz. with 4-5 spoonfuls. The wait staff was very courteous and helpful, always making sure things were alright. An older plain-clothes lady occasionally came by to drop off our wine and cocktail glasses. It was weird at first until I found out later that evening that she was Francoise Brown, Wine Director and mother of Danny Brown. Overall, Danny Brown was an enjoyable experience but it did not scream out winning any high praises. All dishes were somewhat ordinary, dare I say, almost forgettable. Portions were small for the most part, which I can I understand as people come here more for the pleasure of enjoying the quality of the ingredients rather than going for quantity. Wine selection was very good, but wine alone is only a piece for a memorable dining experience. Danny Brown, I was really really rooting for you, finally after 2-3 years of wanting to visit, but I have to honestly say it was more hype than anything. But to be fair, it did win a Michelin star so I might have to give this place another chance.

    (3)

  • Nicholas J.

    Went to Danny Browns for my birthday. Ambiance: Really nice and charming. Open kitchen that's not at all distracting. Quiet and a great place for conversation. Service: As I like to do, my girlfriend and I sat at the bar. We were greeted by a lovely gent who was dressed very nice spoke wonderfully and was professional. Food: I ordered the flat iron steak frite and my girlfriend ordered the rabbit tagliatelle. It's always a gamble here in NYC with steak temperature however I've found at real restaurants they cook to European temperature I like my steak EU medium and I ordered my flat iron steak medium it was cooked wonderfully. The only complaint that I have about my meal was that they gave me too many fries that's it!!! Delicious. Now on to my girlfriends dish. Holy S**T!!! It was so good. I actually finished her entree and mine. I may be a glutton. Lol Drinks: Had an aperitif and a bottle of 2003 Bordeaux which was glorious! They have a fantastic wine list. I will recommend Danny Browns to any and everyone! It was a beautiful night out in Queens.

    (5)

  • Judy H.

    Danny Brown's $30 pre-fixe dinner on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is by far one of the best deals in the city. For a Michelin-starred restaurant, the price is amazing given the quality of food. The waitstaff is generally attentive, though lacking in personal charms. I got the chance to try the bouillabaisse on their special menu and absolutely loved it. However, my favorite item at this place remains the charcuterie board - I highly recommend the pate.

    (4)

  • Bill G.

    Great ambiance, food and company. I would strongly recommend this restaurant for formal dining in Queens. It also happens to be one of the only Michelin star rated restaurants in Forest Hills. The food was wonderful and the wine was exceptional. I love the chef and hostess. it was absolutely breathtaking. We will definitely go back again.

    (5)

  • Giacomo C.

    Exceptional service. Cute ambiance, very punctual. Grilled calamari: amazingly delicate, great sauce, flavor of the calamari got lost, though. Sweet potato gnocchi: absolutely delicious, wonderful sauce. Duck confit: crispy and soft, just a tiny bit dry, perfectly balanced sauce (needed more), the farro and Brussels sprouts were great, too. Expresso creme brûlée: very good, but too soft, not solid enough: was more like a pudding. Malbec Finca las Yeguas, Gozzo, Mendoza: wonderful.

    (4)

  • Baby D.

    they serviced so nicely,and the food very yummy.It is a nice opening kitchen resturant.The food was so delicate and juicy.It is very a recommendable restaurant.

    (5)

  • Jan P.

    Would have been 4 stars but scallops no longer on the menu and left me with little to order as I don't eat meat. Had no linguini. Ordered two sides as a main. Service is great. Reservation held. Nice ambiance if a bit loud. Chicken under a brick still my husbands favorite. Apple tart was excellent. Heard they're moving but could not confirm. Still worthwhile.

    (3)

  • Michael V.

    A fair rating for Danny Brown's would be 3.5 for me. I wanted to take my girl out for date night so I found this spot on Yelp and saw that it has a Michelin Star attached to it. We enjoy food and to try new restaurants and she always wanted to try it, so why not? The service was on par, very friendly servers and runners, the open kitchen was really cool to see the chefs making and preparing the food was like watching an artist paint a portrait! They were very creative and passionate of what they were doing. We ordered five small plates: tomato gazpacho, organic Scottish salmon tartare, hand made ricotta gnocchi, beet salad and the grilled calamari. I thoroughly enjoyed the gnocchi and the beets, my girl really liked the salmon and calamari. The gazpacho was the least tasty. We left there desiring more but overall a nice place for dinner and drinks, though we did not drink. If we go back I will be ordering the duck.

    (3)

  • Carson W.

    Came here on a moments notice with the wife and two friends for dinner and we were luckily able to secure a dinner reservation for 7pm. We started off with the meats and cheese platters. This is a must if you dine here. We had 3 selections of meats with cheese to choose and it came with some other spreads and jams as well. I had the grilled flank steak with fries..was cooked perfectly to a medium rare. My wife ordered the special which was a steak medallions with carrots and roasted potatoes that came out great as well. Nice wine selection to choose from. Our server was very polite and catered to us very well. I would definitely recommend this place I'd will be going back again.

    (4)

  • Arlene M.

    Being from out of town I was excited to try out this one star Michelin rated restaurant for myself. The place is small but the lighting is just right. Little things such as a "curtain" after you enter the front door made me feel I was walking into someplace special. Being with my family and a few friends we had a delicious appetizer of various cheeses. We started with a very good chardonnay wine to go with our meal. Each one of us decided to order something different so we could sample the menu. By far the chicken under a brick was so moist and tasty!!! I had skate which was indeed filling but very good. Another one in our group had sweet potato gnocchi which was out of this world! After the main course we ended up with some desserts that consisted of crème brulee and flourless chocolate cake. The staff was very friendly and attentive to our needs. The restaurant has somewhat of a mid casual look to it but one could dress up or down and still be at home. We also found that coming during a weeknight the place was not as crowded. This place is truly worth going out of your way for whenever you visit NY. I guarantee you, that you won't be disappointed. They well earned the Michelin star!

    (5)

  • Patrizia V.

    Loved this place the minute I walked in. Greeted by friendly staff, everyone was so pleasant. We got seated to a table by the chef station, where all the magic z begin made. Simple and elegant decor..I had the lamb and bf had the duck. Cooked to perfection... Overall greatness! The desserts were to die for!

    (5)

  • Cindi G.

    Danny Brown's may want to rethink their open kitchen area after what i observed last night.Unfortunately, everything i witnessed was after we'd already had our dinner or i would have left without eating! I watched a bare-handed waiter take sliced rounds of bread out of a stainless steel bin and place them in a basket to accompany someone's charcuterie platter and when one of the pieces of bread fell on the rubber mat on the floor, he picked it up and put it right back in the basket. Then, on the stainless steel service table in front of the kitchen, there are clear plastic deli containers lined up. 1 contained cut up orange sponges, the other purple and another contained sponges in what looked like dirty dishwater. The wait staff was using those sponges to wipe the rims of the plates they were picking up, I suppose to aid in the presentation, but they were using the same sponges on every plate! and then they were using those sponges to moisten their fingers to separate the dinner tickets that were printing at the service table and hanging them for the kitchen crew. AND they were using them to wipe their fingers in general!! EWWW! It gets worse. Then I witness one of the cooks take a spoon from a square steel container that contained various utensils, stir a red sauce in a small sauce pan in his hand, taste the sauce with that spoon and then PUT THE SPOON back with the other utensils which he continued to use for other stuff so it was not like he took the spoon from the clean utensil bin, licked it and then put it in the dirty utensil bin. I then saw him repeat the process with another sauce. can't say if it was same spoon but it came from same bin! last, but not least, i watched same waiter who had dropped the bread earlier and who had been carrying plates to and from tables and probably touching cash, credit cards, glasses and utensils all night, again, bare-handed, take olives from a plastic deli container and place them on someone's charcuterie plate!! I kept drinking all night hoping the alcohol would kill off whatever germs i surely received with my meal. I am a realist and am aware that things like this and likely worse go on in probably every restaurant kitchen but when you have an open kitchen with customers sitting 10 feet away, you'd think they'd be conscious about these things! UGH!

    (1)

  • Theresa S.

    Notable immediately upon entering - Lovely room and very accommodating staff. We were early for our reservation and waiting for our party. we were sat anyway and served and then not rushed at all. The food and desserts were wonderful and the wine choices were great. We eat out often and we would def go back.And btw - Danny Brown Staff Thanks - we were celebrating and everyone at Danny Brown helped make it a great night!

    (4)

  • Kristine K.

    Cool neighborhood restaurant, food and wine was good. Very loud though. There are no doors to the kitchen and the restaurant flows right into it. Service was great.

    (4)

  • Jessica L.

    Literally the best duck confit of my life. Try the reisling soaked pear for dessert. Amazing. Nice open kitchen too.

    (5)

  • Linda P.

    1. Overpriced 2. Tiny portions 3. Super, super cramped seating Duck confit was not on the menu on the particular night we ate here so my plans to try that raved about entrée were thwarted. We did try the gnocchi appetizer: be warned, you will be served 5-6 gnocchi. While they were tender and delicate, the portion size was appropriate for a toddler. I ordered the skirt steak and pommes frites which was very good; but once again, very small portion. My apple tart for dessert was burned on the bottom and the filling was overwhelmingly sour. I took one bite, puckered my lips, and passed the dessert to my mother in law to finish. I did not know this was a Michelin rated restaurant; doing my Mckayla Maroney face right now cuz I'm not impressed.

    (2)

  • Michael S.

    Yes, the food is very very good, but frankly no better than a lot of places in NY, Manhattan I mean. I didn't give it 5 stars because as good as it is, I think it is overpriced.

    (4)

  • Caroline B.

    For a recent date night, Mike took me to Danny Brown for a romantic dinner. I had wanted to eat there for a while as I was intrigued by Queens' only recipient of a coveted Michelin star. From the moment we walked in to when we left, it was a flawless experience. To start the evening off properly, we ordered a bottle of Spanish red wine that I wish I had written down the name of. It was excellent, though it had been difficult to pick from such an extensive selection on the wine list. We shared a delightfully zesty green salad as our first course that had a mustard and shallot vinaigrette. I would love to learn the secret to making such a good homemade dressing. I ordered the roasted skate for dinner which was something I had not had in a while. It came in a flavorful tomato broth with a sweet corn puree, sugar snap beans and slivers of these bizarre beets that had the same stripes that candy canes have. It was a wonderful mix of unexpected flavors and the fish had a great texture. The restaurant itself is cozy and dimly-lit, upscale but casual. The service was accommodating and friendly, especially with our wine decision. I would happily return to Danny Brown, whether for a celebratory occasion or "just because."

    (5)

  • Tiffany H.

    Quality and service went down. Cold bread for the meat and cheese board. Waiter was incompetent and seemed new. Disappointing.

    (2)

  • Adam B.

    A great wine and cheese experience. Service was impeccable as well. The flights are a great idea and if you have any questions about the wine, just ask the server. Amazing for date night. Chicken was also delicious!

    (4)

  • Versace J.

    Good wine and tapas but i don't see what all the hype is about . Overprice for a local restaurant . This is not mid town People this is the middle of queens .

    (3)

  • Julio C.

    Thank god my neighborhood has a michelin star resturant!!!

    (5)

  • Rebecca S.

    I've been here twice and was not disappointed. If you go here at night don't be surprised if you drive past it a few times as its a truly hidden gem. It's on the smaller side but great ambiance and friendly staff. Great for a day night!

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    Without a doubt one of the top five best restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of dining at. This is my third trip here and it never gets tiring. To begin I will discuss what I consider to be the most important aspect of any restaurant which is the food. On this trip, we ordered the short board which came with three meats and three Artisianal cheeses. For meat, We went with the Serrano ham, the Breasola and the Rossette de Leon. All of which were served in generous portions. For the cheese we went with the Bucheron, the Taleggio and the parmigiano Reggiano. The boards are served with whole-grain mustard, fig compote, cornichons and aged balsamic vinegar with slices of a crusty French baguette. For the main course I had the roasted Skate. This is the second time I ordered it as it is an ethereal dish. Served over celery root purée and crispy cauliflower in a hazelnut butter. By far the best fish I have eaten . Paired with wines from a list that is full of great vino and great value. I recommend starting with a glass of the sparkling rose, then a glass of the barbera d'asti, and for the main, go with the brunello di montalcino. Make sure you leave room for creme brûlée for dessert. It pairs quite well with the white wine dessert flight. If you visit one restaurant in Queens, make it Danny Brown, and make a reservation!

    (5)

  • Caitlin R.

    I had high hopes for this place based on the yelp reviews...But my experience there last night fell short of my expectations. The Prix-Fixe menu was hit or miss...My boyfriend got the Roasted Skate and it was delicious. However, his Lemon Tart was so sour that it was completely inedible. My dessert (Panna Cotta) was very good...But my Lobster Roll was disappointing...I didn't care for the dressing and the baguette was hard as a rock (I had difficulty cutting through it with my steak knife). So yea, hit or miss. Also, our waitress was not personable at all and seemed disinterested...So that was odd. I would be willing to return to this place again though based on all the other yelp reviews...Hope this experience was just a fluke!

    (3)

  • Lara L.

    Amazing. I can't say enough. This place is wonderful and I'm so thankful there is some delicious fine dining in the area. The gnocchi appetizer is a personal favorite. The steak and the sauce it comes with is seriously to die for. The tables are a bit too close together for my liking, but it never matters because the food is so GOOD! Also, I would skip dessert and just get your fill with the food. The desserts are good but the wine, the cheese, and the entrees are much more worth it.

    (5)

  • Zaman K.

    I've meaning to try the only Michelin starred restaurant in Queens for a while and finally made it here last Friday night with a group of 4. The average age of the patrons must have been over 50, but I can see why that might be case. Apart from being the only recognized restaurant, the setup is quite old school. Despite some reviewers mentioning service issues, we had none. The sommelier was a sweet old lady who helped us choose the wine. Her French sounded pretty legit so she must know her wine right? We were also helped by a waitress with our food order. We ate and we drank like it was my birthday. Oh hang on - it was! To start off the festivities, we got the Small Board which comes with a choice of 3 cured meats and 3 cheeses. For the meats we got the Bresaola (air dried filet of Italian beef), Rosette de Lyon (Cured French Pork Salami) and House Made Pate de Campagne (Berkshire pork and veal pate). For the cheeses, we got the Bucheron (Goat's milk, France), Idiazabal (Sheep's milk, Spain) and the Stilton, Tuxfurd & Tebbutt (Cow's milk, England). They came with fig compote, whole grain mustard, aged balsamic vinegar and cornichons. I liked every single item we got and I'd recommend mixing and matching the cheeses, meets and condiments. The sweet fig compote paired very well with the pungent Bucheron and the aged balsamic vinegar was a good accompaniment to the pate. Mustard and Bresaola was also a good pairing. Only the bread was disappointingly ordinary. 4/5 For the apps, we shared the calamari and the foie gras. The foie gras, which was one of the specials, wasn't as smooth as I was hoping it would be. I would have also appreciated some toast on the side but there was none. I wasn't digging the rhubarb compote either. The calamari, which seems to be so popular here, was a disappointment. They were quite parsimonious with the calamari. It was more like a bean salad with calamari. Tasted good but I've had much better calamari at different Greek places all over Astoria. 3/5 for both apps. My entrée was Chicken Under A Brick and my wife's was the Grilled Berkshire Pork Porterhouse. I think they actually do cook the chicken under a brick which has the effect of almost frying the skin. It was delicious and crispy - undoubtedly the best part of the chicken. The sauce was excellent as well. The meat was all white meat and just a tad overcooked but still had some moisture. The portion size was huge. I had no idea organic chicken could be so big. The porterhouse was a pretty solid call too and both dishes came with delicious crispy potatoes. 4/5 for the 2 entrees No birthday meal is complete without dessert and I got the Mascarpone Cheesecake which slapped me on both cheeks, threw me on to the sidewalk and left me wondering what just happened. Do not leave here without trying the cheesecake. You can thank me later. 5/5 My friend ordered the buttermilk vanilla panna cotta which was pretty good too if you like panna cotta. 4/5 To end it all, a couple of us went the extra mile and decided to try the dessert wine flight. At $15, I thought this was well worth it. The 3 wines paired well with the desserts and were arranged so that you go from light to more flavor . 4/5 We paid just under $100 a person with t&t but given the amount of food and alcohol involved + the overall quality of food and service, I didn't think we overpaid. We could've easily paid about $150 per person for that meal in the city. Summary: - Skip the apps - Get the meat & cheese boards - Leave room for dessert FOOD: 4/5 SERVICE: 4.5/5 DÉCOR & AMBIANCE: 3.5/5 VALUE: 4/5

    (4)

  • Yi Ting C.

    I made reservations at Danny Brown for a celebratory dinner. When we walked in, we were not greeted by any staff and stood in the middle of the room, lost and awkward for a few minutes. A hostess finally noticed us and promptly seated us to a table in the center of the room. The place needs more space. The waiters/waitresses had to constantly side-step around our table to let other people through. The service was lacking; the waitress seemed pretty absent minded.We ordered a half bottle of champagne to start, the squid in black ink special appetizer, the langoustine special entree, the tagliatelle entree, a glass of sauvignon and a wine flight. We got the champagne and 5 minutes later, received our entrees. She totally forgot about our appetizer. Now I know some people may not mind food arriving in a different order and normally I wouldn't care except it was a celebratory dinner and we were expecting a nicer dining experience. Instead, we felt rushed and could not really enjoy our dinner. Our waitress did notice that we were feeling disgruntled and kindly comped us on the squid. Regarding the food, the langoustine was absolutely delicious but portions were tiny. The tagliatelle was over-cooked and sloppy and the squid was bland. I'm pretty sure I could have made it better at home. The espresso creme brulee we had for dessert was really excellent though. We enjoyed the wines but the underwhelming food and lackluster service made it clear that we would not be dining there again. I don't care if they have a Michelin star, the food was just not that good.

    (3)

  • Tony O.

    Michelin Star NO F%$ing way!!!! My wife and I sat in traffic for an hour because they decided to shut down the Jackie Robinson PKWY because of an accident and we unfortunately got stuck in it. Whatever! Its NY that's fine we were so excited because we read the reviews, the Michelin Star, a friend recommended it so we didn't care about the traffic. When we walked in the place was half empty and there was no one at the door to greet us! Come on now Michelin Star and you cant hire a hostess?!?! WTF? Then some guy in a apron maybe a waiter maybe the dishwasher who the heck knows seats us at the tiniest table next to the bathroom! COME ON PEOPLE!! Hospitality 101 you don't do that when half the restaurant is empty. For crying out loud you could spare a much more comfortable spot!! The appz were ok but I was expecting wow. The chicken that everyone goes gaga over was so salty that it burned your mouth when you tried to chew it, and it was cold to boot. You would think that being a Michelin Star restaurant someone would come over and apologize after we sent the dish back. NOPE! Clearly they haven't come down from their Michelin high horse. The worst part was how angry I was after having dropped close to $300 for wasting my time and battling Queens traffic to get there. Never going back!!

    (1)

  • David P.

    We had a very nice meal. Wine and food was excellent. We ordered a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned and they were not what I would call craft or tradional cocktails. To many ice cubes. Also - no Carpano Antica which a huge ommision in a Michilin restaurant. That said we plan on going again but we will stick with the wine.

    (4)

  • Kelly B.

    I waited to try this place until after I had my son so I could sample the wine. Needless to say I waited almost a year to try this spot and was very excited when the chance arose. I was on my way to pick up friends at the airport but their flight was delayed. Instead of driving all the way back home I stopped in to sample wine and grab a bite. I sat at the bar and met some really nice ladies. The bartender was also very helpful and pleasant. I ordered a flight of wine and some cheese. It was delicious. I then ordered the salmon entree and the steak entree to go (for my honey). The salmon was beautifully cooked and very tasty but it was a rather small piece for the price. If you're going to charge that much for salmon at least include a heafty amount of veg. I didn't even get that. Sad. My honey's entree was the same story. Tasty but not enough food for him at an expensive price. Bottom line, I would come back for the wine and cheese plate, but the food is too expensive for the serving size.

    (3)

  • Shane S.

    I took my girlfriend here for New Years Eve Dinner 2014. I reserved in advance and it turned out to be a great choice for the occasion. It was not too crowded and they were serving their normal menu instead of other restaurants that bump up their prices for NYE. We got the ham croquettes for appetizer which were rich and tasty. The wheat bread was good. I'll admit I am not a wine expert but the wine we ordered was very good. She got the chicken under the brick and I the duck, with an interesting sun choke sauce. The plating was beautiful. We ordered a side of beets which were probably the most delicious beets I've ever tasted. For dessert she had the panna cottage and I had the carrot cake. Overall, everything we had was delicious, really. And the service was great; could not have been better. The only downside was that we were seated next to a couple who appeared to be on a prolonged first date and the woman was on her phone the whole time, and it was incredibly awkward. But that's not the restaurant's fault. This is a great place for a nice occasion and we enjoyed ourselves. It's worth an Uber from anywhere in Queens to get here too.

    (5)

  • Crisann S.

    Nice decor, felt like a homey rustic wine bar. We had the skate (delish!) and the duck (a bit dry). Desserts- flourless chocolate cake and the buttermilk panna cotta were both great choices. A bit out of the way for me but if I have a car, I will def be back.

    (4)

  • Jeff W.

    The food is good but the portions are too small and the prices are too high. I had the skate last time and it is good but I should not be starving and have pizza after a $26 dish of food. My 11 year old son had the pappardelle ($25) and finished it in 2 minutes and proceeded to eat half my wife's chicken under a brick...Lucky it didn't come with the brick I would have eaten it!

    (4)

  • Jenn S.

    OK second times the charm! Had a fantastic impromptu date night here. Showed up a little past 9pm and we were immediately seated wherever we wanted. Started the evening with their small board where you can choose 3 cured meats & 3 cheeses...all of our selections were on point: Chicken liver mouse, country pate and the Serrano ham (I think) were all delicious. Chose the Cremeux de Bourgogne, Parmigiano-Reggiano and La Pearl (a blue) for the cheeses and they all complimented well as well. One of us had the pre-fixe at $30 and the other chose a la carte. For apps we ordered the white bean soup: great texture from the bean and the greens and liked the truffle kick; roasted brussel sprouts: again nicely done with more truffle in the mix but the parmigiano reggiano on top was a bit overkill imo...this dish could have done without; and lastly a half portion of their sea urchin and cavier linguine...the liguine was perfectly cooked, the creamy sauce was delicious but a bit overpowering where the sea urchin and sturgeon cavier got lost in it. It was nice to see generous portions of sea urchin and the cavier though. For our main we had the cassoulet: very nicely done, a bit lighter than the usual heavier version we're used to but still very good and also the red wine braised Beef Cheeks: the cheeks were melt in your mouth goodness but the sauce was a bit overpowering and totally drowned out the delicate flavors of the mushroom risotto accompanying it. DBWBK seems to be a great place to come with a small group or even to dine solo. Previously I felt it was trying too hard with so many flavor influences from various cuisines in their menu but it seems they have really got it down to a perfect science. Looking forward to return again soon.

    (5)

  • Vivien P.

    We went there for a birthday party. Everything was perfect! I loved the food, service and atmosphere at Danny Brown. The price was very affordable for a Michelle starred restaurant. Our entire party was pleasantly surprised by the wonderful and complex flavors from every course we ordered. The wine selection was extensive, and the price was adequate. I will definitely recommend it to all my friends. We finally found a true gem in Forest Hills after all these years living there.

    (5)

  • Thomas G.

    Eaten there a number of times and have concluded that they really try Very Very hard in the kitchen and it shows in Every Dish, Every Time. Atmosphere Rocks and their limited wine list is all you need, I just wish it was a little closer. If you Haven't gone yet, go today.

    (4)

  • Nikki P.

    Wine flights,hanger steak, and marscapone cheesecake ooooh my! All I can say is that everything I ate that night tasted divine! I will definitely be going back. Cute small interior and not crazy loud. Nice atmosphere to go with superb food! They def earned that Michelin star!

    (5)

  • Jocy C.

    Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen is the only Michelin 1 star restaurant in Queens. Glad that I FINALLY made it here. According to the Michelin Guide, Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen is known for a part French Wine Bar, part Spanish Tapas Joint, and part Italian Enoteca. My kind of place... a little bit of everything all rolled into one. Atmosphere wise - this place is incredibly SEXY at night. If you're looking to celebrate a special occasion in Queens... this is the place for it. Here's the rundown: 1) Falaghina - a fantastic white wine that was introduced to bf and I at Convivio - which is now closed. We loved it so much that we ordered an entire box of Falaghina to be shipped to our apartment. Falaghina is best paired with seafood. If you do order this, watch the facial expression on the Sommelier's face. It'll light up... just because there aren't many folks that know about Falaghina. YUM! yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 2) Serrano Ham - Jamondor Serrano Ham (18 months, cured and dried from Spain) - I liked it but didn't love it as much as the Ham that I got from Boqueria. yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… From Boqueria - I got the Jamon Iberico Fermin (Handcut Iberico Ham - aged 36 months). yelp.com/biz/boqueria-ne… yelp.com/biz_photos/qIOA… 3) Bresaola - (Air-dried Filet of Beef from Italy) - pretty good. yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 4) La Tur - (Cheese from Piedmont, Italy) - *ordered off their specials Described as a creamy blend of pasteurized cow, goat and sheep milk. Served with Red Currant Preserve and Arugula. YUM! yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 5) Goat Cheese & Beet Salad - *ordered off their specials The salad has Goat Cheese and Beets... not sure what else I need to say here. yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 6) Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck - with Crispy Yukon Gold Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, and Whole Grain Mustard Sauce yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 7) Filet Mignon - *ordered off their specials - MEDIUM RARE yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… 8) Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta with Blood Orange - YUM! yelp.com/biz_photos/NZR7… Check to see if there is a coupon on Savored (if I remember correctly, it was 30% off in December 2011) - svrd.co/veYpmT If you check their website ( dannybrownwbk.com/index.… ) - they also have pre-fixed 3 course dinner specials on Tuesday and Wednesdays for $28. Conclusion: Overall, food was pretty good, esp. for a Michelin star restaurant in Queens. ENJOY!!

    (4)

  • Sheon B.

    I have been to Danny Brown's several times and have never been disappointed. The last time I went was to celebrate our six year wedding anniversary. Lets start with the service, excellent as usual. Ordered extra bread, which was not a problem and our drinks and needs were quickly attended to. The food is excellent. I started with the Foie Gras special. I love Foie Gras and Danny Brown's does an excellent job with the Foie Gras. I was savory and just melted in your mouth. For dinner the Hanger Steak was also excellent! The frites and the red wine butter was a excellent compliment for the steak. I am not a dessert person but I tried the flour less chocalate cake. OMG that dessert would turn me in to a dessert freak! It was awesome! Can't wait for my next dinner at Danny Brown Wine Bar!

    (5)

  • Dominique M.

    Excellent food with knowledgeable and attentive staff. Not what you would expect in queens at all. Wine flights are absolutely the way to go if you are overwhelmed or can't decide between all of the amazing options on their wine list. All the food was extraordinary. Started off with the large cheese/meat board (nice variety, and went perfectly with my "Euro Flight"), and our entrees were the duck (different, but very good), the pasta with the rabbit and hen of the woods mushrooms (spot on). Only reason I did not give 5 stars was the lamb. It was cooked soud vide to a medium temperature which I found a bit dry. The flavors were excellent on this dish and it was just a matter of personal preference. Desserts were fantastic as well

    (4)

  • Valerie K.

    It's a quaint, cute little place. Wine bars aren't as common in Queens it seems so it was a pleasant find for a night to grab a few drinks outside of the usual "sports bar" scene. The service is great, the ambience well balanced. I'm not sure I would go out of the way to get here, but if you live in the area, it's a nice change of pace outside of Austin Street pubs and bars. Sometimes you just need to take it down a notch, which is what wine bars are great for.

    (4)

  • Pat D.

    We Loved this place. At first we worried because when we arrived in the front of the resturant that open at 5pm we noticed the heavy curtains were drawn on the windows so we couldn't see inside - our only thoughts was "this does not going to end well." When the curtains opened and the door opened to let us inside we were quit surprised how nice the place looked inside. It had a modern look to the interior and the Art work on the walls reflected that feeling. It was if we were dining in Manhattan. The service was great. My friends ordered the Burger with thin crispy fries that they enjoyed - the quality of meat was not cheap. I had the Chicken 'Under A Brick' and it was cooked to perfection, with a great crispy layer of skin and the sides were just enough. The prices were fair and if we are ever in this area again we will surly stop by for a bit.

    (5)

  • Sanford S.

    This place is Michelin rated and while at first it made me think of car tires, I now realize it means bad ass eating. Its not that big of a place and the tables tend to be right on top of each other. Just make sure that you're not talking about anything personal or disgusting unless you want your dining neighbors to hear you. I had the short rib agnolotti, which is a fancy name for short rib ravioli. It was delicious if not a bit small on the portion side. My date had the duck confit and all but had an orgasm at the table. Wish that happens at all my dates, but we'll discuss that later. Desert was the espresso creme brulee and I had coffee...two cups in fact. You'd think I'd have been cranked on caffeine, but somehow my heart didn't explode; my taste buds did. The staff are hipsters and the sommelier was this old lady who for some reason, I wanted to hug all night. Maybe she reminded me of my grandma. She recommended a Cabernet from South Africa. So we tipped a couple back in Mandela's memory. I didn't have to fake sign language though. Bottom line is that this place stands up to any NYC restaurant that I've ever been to. Yes, it's that good. Get in the car, or on the train, or however you get yourselves out of your bubbles and try this place.

    (5)

  • Alan A.

    My Son and Daughter have been taking my wife to Danny Brown's for various birthdays, mothers days etc. After each visit my wife would tell me how good everything was and how I must go there sometime. Last night my wife took me there for the first time and the food and service was every bit as good as she had described in the past. We arrived for our 8PM reservation and were seated promptly. I ordered a European red wine flight which included wines from France , Italy and Spain. They were all quite good. We ordered the grilled calamari with beans and a warm goat cheese and beets salad for appetizers which we both shared. The calamari was so tender it melted in my mouth paired with white beans the taste combo was amazing. The goat cheese salad was also right on point. My wife ordered the beef cheeks with risotto while I ordered the the steak and fries. My steak was cooked perfectly and was very flavorful. The fresh hand cut fries were some of the best I've had in quite some time. I tasted my wife's dish and the risotto and sauce were very good though I did not care for the beef cheeks she loved them. For desert we shared a Crème Brulée and the flowerless chocolate cake. Both were beyond good and a great way to finish our meal. I don't think this will be my last visit to Danny Brown's there are too many other menu choices to explore. To be continued.....

    (5)

  • Thomas D.

    Food: 25 Service: 28 Decor: Appropriate for Queens. Manhattan quality food, Manhattan prices. Noting about this place is cheap, contrary to what Yelp and Zagat says, other than the decor, which is hideous. Considering the street/abandoned road that this place is on, people in Richmond Hill will swear this will be the best meal in your life...it wont be, but still good.

    (4)

  • Bagel B.

    I really wanted to like this place more, esp. since it's local, but relatively mediocre service and tasty, but unsurprising food was all I found. My wife and I called ahead for a reservation - specifying we were celebrating a special night. Unfortunately, we were given the table right by the bathroom in the corner. Ok, someone has to sit there - I guess we can bite the bullet of have everyone else's white wine as my neighbor and greeting people as they exit the restroom. When we ordered, I asked for the duck. "Would you like the one on the menu or the special?" "There are specials?" Whoops. When I ordered dessert, I said I'd like to have Jack on the rocks. "Would you like black label or red label?" "Um...if it's Jack, it only comes in black." Whoops again. The entire meal was also a game of Tetris between a small table and giant plates needing to be constantly rearranged around bread baskets and bread dishes. Why are these tables so small, but plates so large, and yet all the food avante guard-ly plated in the upper left corner? Whoops once again. Am I too harsh? Yes. For a Michelin starred restaurant? Maybe. Will I give it another shot? It's not like there are many other restaurants in the area.

    (3)

  • Camille M.

    My visits to Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen embodied everything a 5 star dining experience should be. The atmosphere can best be defined as intimate, yet chic. They've succeeded in doing the most they could with somewhat limited space. The servers are extremely knowledgeable and well trained. If you were to quiz them on their menu, wine list or specials of the day, I don't doubt that they'd all pass with flying colors. I've tried a variety of appetizers and entrees from their menu: everything ranging from grilled calamari to merguez to skate to their famed duck. Everything was cooked, plated and presented to perfection. Portions aren't of the hearty variety, but that's to be expected when dining at a restaurant of this quality. In that respect, I'd say that the portions are extremely fair. Their wine list is impressive: I've ordered a bottle on every visit, and gone with the recommendations of my servers and have never been disappointed. Dessert too, which I normally try to refrain from ordering, could not be passed up here. Personally, I enjoy their lighter dessert options best. The poached pear with creme fraiche and the panna cotta were a delightful way to end our meals. I normally reserve Danny Brown for more special occasions as opposed to casual nights out. However, their three course pre-fixe offered on Tuesday and Wednesday makes them a considerably better choice for mid-week dining for all those on a budget. If not in the mood for a meal, the wine itself merits a visit, and their Beaujolais in particular is an excellent choice.

    (5)

  • Tasha H.

    Hubby and I dined here to celebrate our first date anniversary six years later (now married w/kiddo) and this restaurant was a great choice. DB was exactly how I imagined it would be. We started with the small board (3 cured cheeses & 3 meats) and it was absolutely delicious along w/the accompanying figs and mustard. For entrees, I had the short rib agnoletti and he had the braised veal. Unfortunately, I didn't realize how bare bones the plate would be as I would have ordered add'l sides. However, the pasta and meat melted in my mouth so no complaints there. His braised veal was cooked perfectly along w/the risotto and it was finished quite promptly ;o) The only reason I'm not giving this place 5 stars is b/c of the dessert. The dark chocolate in their flourless cake was overpowering. I understand dark choco is bitter but this was borderline inedible. Next time I'll just stick to the entrees and sides and skip dessert. It was a bummer that they didn't serve any ice cream/sorbets as well. Overall, this will be our go-to spot when seeking a fine dining experience in Queens. Well done, Danny Brown!

    (4)

  • Jaffrey B.

    Great food, friendly and professional staff, lovely intimate setting. Ingredients are fresh, and you can taste it. The Hanger steak with the red wine shallot butter is scrumptious. Cheese boards are great too. Highly recommended for special occasions. Would give another star but desserts are a let down compared to everything else (They are good though).

    (4)

  • Yulissa V.

    4.5 stars huh...hmm. Yeah service was nice, "let me see if we can accommodate you," *venue practically empty* lmao...please do check. Ambience: nice, nothing fancy, a little tight for my taste. I have this thing where if I can't extend my arms without hitting someone then they're all up in my comfort zone. Yup, I extend my arms here, I'm getting someone in their face, I need space! I suppose I should just get to it, my boyfriend had a steak entree, the fries were everything, absolutely delicious, steak was alright. I had the duck entree, I ate around the duck, still not pleased, I think I will never eat duck again, upsetting. We had a bottle of wine, it was alright, actually it was good. Dessert saved them. I had the creme brûlée, delicious! My boyfriend had the buttermilk vanilla panna cotta which was tasteful as well. Average food in my opinion. A lot of people love this place though, so maybe I came on an off night, maybe it was my off night. But it's never an off night when it comes to food... I don't know, don't see myself back here again.

    (3)

  • Christian P.

    Wish I read some of the reviews about the staff before eating here-RUDE!! Called ahead to make reservations for an early dinner with our toddler. Halfway through the meal the owner's mother tells us our son is too loud (he cried for a few min earlier) and we should take him for a walk. Who the F do you think you are? Ruined our entire dinner, never have we been treated with such disrespect from such a heartless person. If you don't want to be kid friendly-so be it but if you accommodate children have some respect and understanding. Will never go back, and food wasn't great and certainly not worth the cost.

    (1)

  • Brian U.

    Danny Brown's is by far and away the best formal dining experience in the Forest Hills area. We've been here three times and have always had an excellent dinner. Since I'm terrible at remembering exactly what we've had, I'll give a pretty high level review. Their cheese menu is fantastic, their wine selection is full of hit after hit and their specials have always been nothing short of great. We typically are able to make reservations a few days in advance, but that may be because we have this odd habit of eating either really early or really late. We have found the service to be consistently friendly and well-versed in their wine and cheese offerings. We've never felt rushed to turn the table over and love coming here. This place is a gem for Forest Hills.

    (5)

  • Pamela L.

    My roommie and I braved the cold and ventured out to Danny Brown last week, we met up with our friends who recently moved to Forest Hills so it was a convenient walk for them. The place wasn't packed when we arrived and with a reservation I was happy where they seated us -- next to the bar in the middle of the restaurant. The menu is simple yet the dishes sound creative. I know a lot of Yelpers raved about their chicken but I was drawn to the beef cheek. I asked the waitress which is better and she confirmed my choice. We shared a few appetizers at the table, they were good, not great. I was excited for my entree and it did not disappoint. I also tried some cassoulet pork special and short ribs ravioli's, both were excellent. Portion size was perfect for us, although I can see some big guys leaving hungry and craving for more. Service was great, attentive but not overbearing. I'm not sure if I'd come back again since it is a little out of the way from the city, but at least I checked one off my "yelp bucket list".

    (4)

  • Adrienne M.

    We were staying in the neighborhood, so we decided to come check it out. Apparently its the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens. The food was ok but definitely not as good as we expected. I wasn't very hungry, so I had two apps: a cauliflower soup ($9) ( yelp.com/biz_photos/dann… ) and a special poached egg with truffle oil and mushrooms ($12) ( yelp.com/biz_photos/dann… ). The soup was good. It was thick and creamy with a strong but not overwhelming cauliflower flavor. There was a huge portion of it, which was nice, but it was hard to eat all of it because it was so creamy and rich. I requested the egg poached a little well done than normal, and they interpreted this as hard-boiled. This is my fault, I should have explained what I wanted better (an egg with the yolk mostly set) but the egg was not really to my liking. The truffle oil also made the whole thing very oily, and I wasn't a big fan of the greens and mushrooms on the side. The buttery brioche bread the egg was served over was amazing, however. My husband had spaghetti putanesca ($21) ( yelp.com/biz_photos/dann… ). He didn't really care for it. Our server was nice but came across as very inexperienced. Our main dishes (my husband's spaghetti and my egg) took a long time to come out and she told us it was because the kitchen was having trouble preparing my egg. Kind of a weird thing to tell a customer. In retrospect, I should have taken that as an opportunity to clarify how I wanted the egg prepared (although the way she said definitely didn't invite comment - she kind of just said it and walked away). Also, my husband requested his spaghetti without olives. The waitress said it had olives in the sauce that couldn't be removed, but that she could remove olive garnishes. When it came out, it had lots of whole olives on it. I would definitely give this place another shot if we lived in NY. It's affordable and the food wasn't terrible, just not great. It's possible we ordered wrong. But I expected more, given the Michelin star and 4.5 Yelp stars.

    (3)

  • Alice L.

    I really despise having to update a review and give less stars but tonight's Anniversary Dinner left me with no choice. The food is still delicious but the service is atrocious! So why drop it 2 stars? Service. 7:50pm The last 2 of the party arrives (us) and we waited for a menu. We never got one. I tried to wave someone down but there was no one to wave to. We waited 20 minutes and our waitress showed up to take our orders. We ended up just sharing menus, which made the deciding process very tedious. We were not offered bread, meanwhile all the other tables were served bread while waiting. We had a young child at the table who was waiting for bread, it's his favorite part of the meal. 8:25pm Bread came out with our Cheese/Meat plate. Later, before our meals, we were offered bread but it came with no butter or olive oil. The wait staff is NEVER around. We sat by the window and barely saw our waitress. She was cold, but not rude. She did not seem invested in our table. Often times we had to wait and wait and wait to request something. 8:50pm Our meals were great, the Cheese and Meat plate, the croquettes, the Duck, The Hangar steak, the Chicken. All excellent. The hangar steak was very small, nothing like the one we 1st had for our 5 star review. The Pollack... cooked well but the Alffonso Olive sauce was bitter, perhaps it's because I am not a fan of olives. But with all the sauces combined it was decent. 9:30pm Desserts! The Mascarpone Cheesecake was melt in your mouth delicious. The Roasted Pear, Yum. Panna Cotta - bland (Rhubarb was good). This is the point when I decided, I need to re-review Danny Brown. We ordered 3 desserts to share and they delivered them to our table. That was it. No plates. Are we really in a Michelin star restaurant? They really expected 6 adults to reach over one another and hope the dessert makes it to our mouths before it hits the table? We actually gave our server the benefit of the doubt, maybe she had no hands and will come back with plates. Nope. She came by to get water for another table and never came back. Again, we waited and waited and waited. We had 3 people waving their arms trying to get someone's attention. When they came (after wild arm waving) we requested plates and they were like.. "small plates?" Yes. Plates. To eat on. Overall, everyone enjoyed themselves. But we had raved about DB and it was a huge disappointment to us compared to our last anniversary dinner.

    (3)

  • P S.

    We started with the croquettes which was good. The chicken was really good too with crispy skin. The sauce for it was a little too heavy and unfortunately it was drenched all over the potatoes and veggie. My husband was impressed with the steak which he thought was better than the chicken. The espresso creme brulee was pretty standard. We enjoyed our meal, but for all that with no drinks, it was a little over $100 for the meal. Not the best deal and bc of the price, it would not be my go to place even for the slim pickin around the area. Even for a special occasion, I'd think twice bc it's pretty cramped in there. The table is pretty small and two dishes pretty much take up the whole table. Come on, this is queens, hard to justify pricey and cramped.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    I've been to this place many, many times ever since it first opened before their Michelin star fame. They used to be called DB Wine Bar until Daniel Boulud bullied them into not using the DB initials (because there is no one else in this world with those same initials). Since the beginning, I knew this place was something special. Nice ambiance, great, fresh food and a small but fantastic and reasonable wine selections. Over the years, their menu has changed as has their wine list and their reputation, but the quality of their food has remained impeccable. Their chicken under the brick is one of the most juicy chicken dishes you'll ever get at a restaurant (this is coming from a person that never orders chicken at a real restaurant), their steak is simple yet delicious, their cheese and meat boards are well thought out with specials rotated out constantly. This is where I was introduced to a fantastic cheese called, Vendéen Bichonné, a cow's milk cheese from Britanny. Their grilled calamari over white beans & arugula is divine. I can go on and on. I have never had a not fantastic meal here. Outside of Din Tai Fung, this has to be one of the most affordable Michelin star restaurants in the U.S. They have a $28 three-course prix fixe dinners on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. What???? That's just nucking futs! DB, thank you for being in my hood and keeping it real.

    (5)

  • JP J.

    Small, unassuming and utterly surprising - this gem is incredible. The location and exterior view of this place belies the awesomeness inside. Pleasant, energetic staff - simple, minimalistic decor, outstanding and well portioned food - all positives for this great find that will now be a mainstay in the rotation. To be honest, I was a wee bit surprised at the lack of a robust wine list at a place called a wine bar but what was there was solid and affordable - i was just hoping for a wider selection of California favorites. A must visit.

    (4)

  • Lisa F.

    I've been curious about this restaurant for a while but didn't finally go until I found out about a special promo from my credit card for dining at a Michelin starred restaurant. Made reservations on a Thursday night with hubby and 2 friends. The place was fairly filled when we arrived at 7pm. We decided to share the large meat and cheese board. I can't remember what we had but I enjoyed the cured meats & pates more than the cheeses. I think the small board would have been sufficient but it was nice to be able to try a variety of their offerings. After that we shared 2 apps and 2 entrees. The standout to me that night was the Spanish mackerel tartare. It was better than any fish tartare I've ever tasted. Very flavorful and fresh. A little on the oniony side but I really enjoyed it. The other app was grilled squid with white bean salad-- not particularly memorable for me. For mains, we had the pressed chicken. It was a generous portion and the skin was crispy but I thought the meat was a little overcooked and not really tender. The second dish was hangar steak medium rare. The chef knows how to handle a piece of meat. It was cooked to perfection. A very flavorful meaty piece of steak served with crispy fries. Hubby declared it the best steak he had in awhile.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    another knockout dining experience over on Metropolitan, Danny Brown is well-deserving of the praise it has been getting over the years. we started off with a salad that had a shallot/mustard vinaigrette. a little spicy, it certainly livened up the mixed greens (let's be fair, I can't get too excited for salad). as for the main dishes, we each got something we don't usually have at home - grilled Berkshire pork for me, and Caroline got the roasted skate. the pork was excellently grilled, tender and flavorful, and the roasted potatoes it came with were jawesome. portion size was pretty fair, I felt. I sampled a bit of the skate - I'm usually very picky about seafood, but it looked good - and it was actually quite delicious (not too much of that salty oceanic taste)! went well with the corn puree it was served atop. there's always that little extra pocket for dessert, and as such, I decided a slice of marscapone cheesecake was necessary. probably one of the best pieces of cheesecake I've had. it's kinda hard to describe, but other reviewers seem to agree with me on that. the atmosphere is comfortable, inviting, and casual with a twist of upscale. subdued lighting makes it a bit more romantic. I agree with other reviewers - make a reservation, you'll be glad you did (yes, they're on OpenTable). the service is friendly, attentive, and helpful. our waitress was more than happy to ply me with samples of the wines I was deliberating on, and was quite helpful in making the winning decision. pricing is fair for the quality and portion size, I felt. I'm hoping to come back and try their cured meat/cheese platters. hurray Danny Brown!

    (5)

  • Krista M.

    I was happy to get an early reservation on a Tuesday night, we arrived to a fairly empty place and were seated right away. The staff was friendly and attentive. The ambiance is cozy and relaxed. The wine list, while not huge, offers a nice variety and the staff is ready to decant your bottle upon request. Small Plates: Croquettes with roasted red pepper served with a saffron aioli, crispy and so creamy. Just delicious. Sweet Potato Gnudi with spinach and bacon were heavenly and just melted in your mouth. The dish offered a perfect balance of sweet and savory; it was divine. Homemade Grilled Chorizo with Parsnip Puree and Broccoli Rabe, was excellent. The chorizo was smokey that was offset by the puree and the broccoli rabe; it all worked wonderfully together. Bigger Plates: Hanger Steak served with french fries and shallot jam was awesome. The steak was so tender and extremely flavorful, the jam offered a nice level of sweetness and the fries were thin and crispy and addictive. Trophie Pasta with Smoked Tomatoes, Braised Escarole & Ricotta Cheese was good, but my least favorite dish of the night. A fairly light well cooked dish, but the ricotta added a nice creaminess. Confit of Duck with Crispy Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts was melting off the bone, not at all gamy. The crunch of the Brussels sprouts and potatoes added a nice level of texture and worked well with the richness of the duck. By the time our bigger plates were served the place was packed. It so happened that the day we dined was the same day that it was announced that DB kept their Michelin Star and it was clear to see why they did.

    (5)

  • Haze P.

    One word to describe this place.... Amazing!! The boyfriend surprise me with this Michelin rated restaurant in QUEENS for Valentine's weekend. We usually eat dinner pretty late so I was surprise why he made RSVP for 7pm. But given the crowd I saw when we got there I got the point. The place was filled people, if we didn't have RSVP we wouldn't have a chance to eat there like the other people they turned away since no tables were available for hours. The ambiance is pretty romantic and chic, dimmed lights and small candles on the table. It's a little crowded since they place tables a little close together. They have a bar in the middle as well, it's a nice after hour place or for date night dinner like ours. I love how they have wine flights. It was my first time to see some serve wine flight. I think it's perfect for someone like me who's very picky when it comes to wine and don't really want to order a whole glass since I'm not sure if it would compliment the food correctly. It's also great for someone who's still trying to figure out their wine liking. They also have a selection of cheese for appetizers; however, since I'm not a big fan of cheese. I didn't try any of the cheeses. But seems like they have a wide variety of selection for cheese lovers. We started our meal of with their Homemade Ravioli, Grilled Chorizo and Grilled Calamari. The Ravioli was AMAZING. Since I'm not a cheese lover, I usually don't order Ravioli but since this one is with beef briskets. I decided to give it a try, it did not disappoint. They pasta was soft and tender while the inside is filled with flavor. It's definitely a MUST when you're here. the Chorizo (sausage) and calamari were good as well. Fresh and simple. My boyfriend had the Hanger Steak and I have the roasted skate with a side of Brussels sprouts. My boyfriend loved the steak and my skate is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this restaurant!

    (5)

  • Evelyn S.

    This place was recommended by a Queens native. For me, it was quite a trek to Forest Hills on a freezing night... but the atmosphere, food and wine list are just...wonderfully inviting. My friend got the braised short ribs (yum!) and I got the sea trout. Crazy good. Also good was the brussel sprout salad and the linguine with truffles. I could go on and am a bit sad it's so far away. Then again, I'd probably get really fat if it were. Just a really well run and yummy restaurant.

    (4)

  • Su L.

    Food was mediocre but took a star away for the rude service. Went on a Tuesday night with a friend. Halfway through dinner, the server asked if we were done. We said we were still working on it. Another server came by and asked if we were done, in the rudest tone. Confused as to her attitude, we did the "uhh" for a second, had it packed to go and left shortly thereafter. I understand if it's the weekend and they have a wait list going but... actually, even then, it's pretty rude. Would never go again.

    (1)

  • Audrey B.

    Went last night for my inlaws' 40th anniversary, which was noted in the online reservation yet literally not acknowledged in any way, including after telling the maître'd and our waitress. We entered and waited a few minutes before anyone talked to us. We were seated at a cold, drafty table immediately in front of the door upon entering. We had to ask about a coat check (I think this information should be volunteered, as in, what can we do to get you settled in for a great experience?) We asked for bread several times before being told "there is a bread backup" yet when we received the bread it was cold (meaning not fresh out of the oven) and okay. Our waitress lacked any personality, seemed really nervous, and was slow - overall horrible service (we waited at least 30 minutes between appetizers and entrees, and we ordered everything together). I had a glass of prosecco which was nice. My husband had a Sancerre we liked a lot. Two others split a winter white wine flight and they liked it. We are not wine experts but were happy! The list was extensive and included a nice selection by the glass. I ordered the Tuscan bean soup as a starter. The truffled croutons were delicious. The soup itself was strange to me; the beans were hard, almost uncooked. Maybe that's normal but I didn't like it. My husband had the gnocchi and they were incredible - when you hear the world "melt" this is what is being described. Flavor and texture were perfect! Other apps were good but nothing over the top. For entrees, I ordered the chicken under a brick because my husband said the online reviews pushed it. Well, I have to say, it was absolutely nothing special. It was okay but not worth the price - I could've cooked something just as good. Other entrees were much much better. My sister-in-law had two appetizers as her entree and they brought out everything on time as requested. My father-in-law and wanted to change our sides. The waitress said she had to ask if that was okay so she stopped taking our orders and immediately went to the kitchen to ask. She said there would be a $2 substitution fee. Considering we were just asking for something else on the menu, that's ridiculous! But we paid it. Dessert menu was nothing special. Flour less chocolate cake is not impressive - why do people not get that? We went across the street for ice cream instead. So, apparently I ordered wrong, but still the service sucked. For six people with a 20% tip we paid about $450. No clue why this place has a Michelin star. No. Clue. At. All.

    (3)

  • Sharkus N.

    I'm almost hesitant to write this review in fear that it will get too popular! If this place were in Manhattan it would be considered one of the hottest restaurants in the City (and the prices would be double). Queens, long neglected in terms of culinary creativity and elegance, now has it's flagship restaurant. The menu is creative, expansive, yet it doesn't overextend itself. I have tried about six or seven different entrees here and all of them outstanding. The service is fast, elegant, down to earth and inviting. The dinning area is small but cozy and I've never had a problem with street parking.

    (5)

  • Elena Y.

    Great place with excellent food and top service. Espresso came not strong enough. Will definitely dine there again.

    (4)

  • Mike C.

    As consistent as a restaurant can be Danny Brown Wine Bar hits its marks in every way. The prix fixe dinner we had on Wednesday was incredible. With the only exception being the some of the flavorings of the Garganelli could have been a little more muted. (An overpowering smokey flavor.). The Beef Bourguignon was incredibly delicious and juicy and savory all at the same time. The service was consistent, attentive and well-informed on all parts of the menu and appropriate wine choices. All around great experience. It's been about 4 years since my last visit.....way too long.

    (5)

  • Barbara B.

    The best Old Fashioned cocktail I have EVER had anywhere!! (Thank you to the bartender working at 6pm 1/17/15.) Quail small plate absolutely delicious. Wonderful espresso creme brûlée. Attentive, discreet service. I live in Astoria (food heaven), but will definitely be back to Forest Hills. Easy residential street parking.

    (5)

  • Thomas M.

    The only Michelin star rated place in queens? Let's do it Quick fix: The Prix Fixe menu was pretty weak, so I ordered a la carte. The prices were decent. The small plates were tasty, but didn't sound too enticing. Luckily we ordered the grilled calamari which ended up being a homerun dish. The entrees were good, but I felt were not too impressive. The only one that I can go home hollering about was the duck confit. The rest were just "ok". The desserts were good, but I'm spoiled in the dessert arena. After going to Chikalicious dessert bar for once a week for 2 months... Desserts have to be really special to impress me nowadays.. Good try though I'd go back though, the prices were pretty good, and the food felt like it was worth the money. In-depth review Small Plates: Organic Salad: It's organic salad, yay Grilled Calamari: Amazing dish melding the flavors of the white beans with delicately grilled calamari. I felt like there was a light cheese in there too, but just slightly. The arugula completed it with the varying textures. My pops loved the dish, he cleaned his plate every chance. Bigger Plates: Sautéed Pollack: They recommend medium rare, but we had it well done. The fish was still very light and flaky, I could imagine it just as good when medium rare, but well done was spot on. Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck: This was amazing, meat fall off bone amazing, with pockets of sweet duck fat from time to time. It came with these amazing golden beets too. Roasted Berkshire Pork Tenderloin: Not my favorite, but my pops seemed to like it. Desserts: Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta: This was a really tasty dish Mascarapone Walnut Crust Cheesecake: This was tasty as well, the walnut crust was amazing. Dessert wine flight: Amontillado Del Duque 30 Años, Gonzales Byass, Jerez, Spain Madeira Mamsley, Blandy's, Colheita 1994 Noval Black Port, Quinta Do Noval, Portugal, NV 1) I liked the port the most 2) Madeira had a musky oak taste with a sweet caramel finish 3) The Amontillado : Dry, toasted hazlenuts For wine: I had the Falanghina as recommended from fellow yelper.

    (4)

  • Ocan D.

    Close but no cigar. You walk in to the restaurant and get the feel that you are about to experience a gourmet meal only to be disappointed by poor service and terrible food. Tonight I ordered the Bouillabaisse which should always come with a disclosure such as "OK sir, this dish has a unique taste, do you generally enjoy death on a platter?" Nonetheless we were not warned and after receiving the plate of what I honestly believe was spoiled fish and not eating any of it, after ten minutes the waitress came and took the plate away along with my wife's plate and asked "Would you like to see a dessert menu?" Help me understand this one, I ordered a dish, I finish 2% percent of it, wouldn't this prompt the waitress to ask, "was there a problem with this dish" "was everything OK". But my waitress saw the plate barely touched and just took it. I can't be the first person who found the Bouillabaisse inedible and the waitress didn't even ask if I wanted it to go because she must have known that I prefer to keep my liver intact for the next couple of decades. None the less, I will never return to Danny Brown. Do yourselves a favor and either drive to the City or at least Astoria to get a good meal.

    (1)

  • Gabriel V.

    Great place, great food, great wine and great service. Our waitress Christine was wonderful and friendly. I don't really know much about cheese other than the basics but the cheeses here were awesome! The duck was the best duck I've ever had. Girlfriend enjoyed her lamb very much even though she felt it was on the dryer side. The portions are perfect, at least from what we ordered. Everything was great and reservations is a must. We will definitely go back again.

    (5)

  • Larry L.

    This place was everything I had hoped for when I booked it for Mother's Day dinner. There was absolutely no frills or pretentiousness you risk with Michelin starred restaurants and you're paying about half the price given its locations. We went with the recommendations of my fellow Yelpers so we ordered the Grilled Calamari and the Organic Chicken Under a Brick. My parents favor a bolder taste than most modern American cuisines offer and Danny Brown hit the spot. In my mind, the chicken ranks at the top of my favorite chicken dishes along with the Chicken for Two at the NoMad. I imagine cooking a chicken is extremely scientific. The notoriously bland meat can only be brought to life by a few select chefs and the Chicken Under a Brick does just that. Staying on the mathematical theme, I imagine there is a parabolic function that graphs the juiciness to tenderness of the meat and the truly master chefs are the ones that are able to gauge where the vertex is, i.e. maximum juiciness. We also had a bottle of 2006 Portuguese Syrah for around $42. Amazing wine for the price point with a nice peppery hint but a softer palate with a stronger fruitiness which I believe is more typical of South American Syrahs. All in, it was a great experience. My dad was as loud as he typically is when he has a few glasses of wine in him and the waiters did not seem to mind. The whole restaurant was lively and the atmosphere was casual, which is a relief for fine dining.

    (5)

  • Matthew R.

    Went to Danny Brown for our 6 month anniversary on the recommendations of a friend. The food was excellent. We had a sampling of the meats and a cheese, along with the tomato appetizer. For dinner I had the special, braised beef cheeks, and my GF had the duck. The meat platter was excellent, with a array of textures and flavors. The braised beef was succulent, and fell apart (like it should) when my fork hit it. The duck had a hint of curry to it, with the expected orange flavor not with the duck, but in the Quinoa that came with it (nice touch). The only minor issue is that due to the small size of the place, your table can get a bit busy if you order several items, but this is a minor quibble of an excellent dining experience.

    (4)

  • Erika M.

    Honestly probably the best burger I've had in my life, hands down. The fries & goat cheese salad were really good too! Goat cheese salad had such a delicate flavor, I don't normally like beets, but they complimented the salad really well.

    (5)

  • Rolando M.

    This is a nice place to take a girlfriend, the have different flights of raw meats, cheeses and wines. The food is very good, I got the linguini and my GF got the salmon, they were very good

    (5)

  • Daniel R.

    Twenty years as a New Yorker, and I've never been spoken to so rudely on the telephone. I think the hostess on the phone may have been drunk, She barked orders at me and told me NOT to come, though we were running only fifteen minutes late-- because of flat tire! I expect more from a Michelin starred restaurant. I'm ashamed this restaurant bears my first name. I was so looking forward to going, too.

    (1)

  • Nigel N.

    Found this place on yelp, went because of good reviews, the atmosphere is decent for friends and maybe a casual date. The staff is nice. The food is ok and it expensive. Our waitress deducted the main course off the bill because we did not like it. So I would give it a try, because although the food wasn't great, it was a good experience.

    (3)

  • Queenie M.

    Cute place with a nice ambience and good service, but the food wasn't so great. I ordered the goat cheese salad which was essentially a large portion of warm goat cheese with very little salad to counteract the sharpness and richness of the cheese. I also ordered the steak which was terribly underseasoned, I mopped up most of the shallot butter vinagrette to add flavor before I gave up and added salt and pepper just to make it edible. The fries were good. I ordered the panna cotta which was just bland but the blood orange was a nice touch. This place seems overrated in my opinion.

    (2)

  • Olivia M.

    Contemporary European Cuisine...Billed as Part French Wine Bar/Spanish Tapas Joint/Italian Enoteca .(Italian word w/c means wine repository)...My son & daughter took us here for mother's day.....we were greeted with a sultry music ...warm sophisticated surroundings & a white uniformed staff....a welcome change from the usual black garb of most waitstaff.... Danny Brown Wine & Bar is exceptional because it is THE ONLY RESTAURANT in Queens to earn a Michelin star, and a Michelin Star is the Hallmark of Fine Dining., There are approximately 49 restaurants in Manhattan to have the distinction of having 1,2 & 3 Michelin Stars., and being the only one in Queens is an excellent feat!! My daughter certainly aced her choice of a place to celebrate this years mother's day!!! The food was excellent! For starters we ordered a bottle of Beaujolais - to compliment our orders of 1. Grilled Merquez, Red currant, Broccoli Rabe..an excellent dish, cooked to perfection. Love the fusion very delicious. 2.Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck, nicely sitting on a bed of Organic Golden Beets, Frisee & Braised leeks,- Excellent choice, fork tender & mouth watering combination. Cooked to perfection, very crispy skin...great portion!!. 3, Roasted Skate, Glazed Sunchokes, Watercress, Serrano Ham & Clam-Mussel Nage, equally mouth watering..medium cooked......it is to die for. .. 4.For Desserts we had the Riesling Poached Pear w/Spiced Creme Fraiche, 5.Flourless Chocolate Cake w/ peanuts & Cold Creme and Buttermilk Vanilla 6.Panna Cotta, Rhubard Compote.. Enjoyed everything!!! Every recipe is a masterpiece. Love the open kitchen in the back. Rest room was spotless and the service was impeccable....a little pricey but hey.....it's all worth it.

    (5)

  • Kevin L.

    Queen's exulted Michelin starred restaurant! I've been here a total of 2 times - both for special occasions. The decor and atmosphere is superb and classy. Definitely a dress up place where you can enjoy impeccable service from the pleasant and knowledgeable wait staff. I ordered the Cured meats and cheese appetizer to start off both times and some glasses of red/white wines. This is a must for anyone who enjoys "paired" foods - as this cured appetizer plate is assembled and paired brilliantly between the meat, the cheese, and the sauce. For entrees on my two occasions here, my wife and I have had the Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck, Roasted Loin of Veal, and a special one night the seasonal Venison. The entrees are artistically crafted with a touch of love and care you will find in a high end restaurant. My venison was very tender and tasty and did not have any gaminess to it. The loin of veal was terrifically cooked. The duck confit was average in my opinion, but my wife liked it. For desserts, we ordered the Panna cotta and Poached pear. Consistency is a rewarding feeling from dinner start to end, because the desserts were constructed delicately but delivered a resounding taste. At each serving, the wait staff is always ready to answer concerns, questions, and comments but am just far enough away to give you privacy in dining. All in all, the restaurant provides a classy enclave for patrons who want to experience a fantastic eloquent environment coupled with a chef that knows how to deliver some memorable tastes to the mouth buds.

    (4)

  • Jackie B.

    I was intrigued when I heard this is the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens. The interior is very warm and I found myself making mental notes to steal the lighting and color balance for some faraway living room I believe I'm going to have some day. But color schemes don't earn Michelin stars, so let's dive into the food... The meat and cheese board was delicious and you can select your own. Our waitress recommended the chicken under a brick over the steak. I always am skeptical of a standout dish that is so simple but this organic chicken was very nicely cooked, with really concentrated flavors and a thin, crunchy skin. The duck and pasta also got rave reviews. Definitely make a reservation!

    (4)

  • Lisa H.

    I love Danny Wine Bar & Kitchen. This past Saturday was my second time visiting and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. We ordered a bottle of Malborough Sauvignon Blanc to pair our small cheese board and yellowtail carpaccio appetizers.. So perfect. I love the different little complements they provide with the board - mustard seeds, balsamic vinaigrette, fig compote.. So much fun to pair together and give a boost to your palates as you begin your meal! Moving on to the entrees, we ordered three to share between the four of us. We ordered a fish and a protein dish.. The Sautéed Pollack (fingerling potatoes, piquillo peppers, nicoise olives, grilled scallions & tomato vinaigrette) and the Confit of Moulard Duck (organic golden beets, frislee & braised leeks). Both were delicious. The pollack was silky and the skin on that duck.. crispy and divine! For a starch, we ordered the Strozzapreti - cremini mushrooms, lemon, parsley leaves & shaved parmigiano. I am a sucker for mushrooms.. and these cremini mushrooms were so deliciously crunchy. With the cheesy flavors of parmigiano and the hint of sour from the lemon.. We loved this pasta option. As if we weren't stuffed to our limits, we decided to order two desserts to share between the table.. the Vanilla Panna Cotta and the Sweet Crepe. Great light dessert plates that didn't have us rolling each other back home. Overall, we had a great meal and I'm so glad to have chosen this place to celebrate Mother's Day with the boyfriend's mom. Definitely worth the extra penny for a special occasion or date!

    (4)

  • Anna C.

    I have to say hands down the best risotto I have ever had!!! The food here is amazing!!!! quality ingredients, cooked to perfection!! Some dishes I love Appetizer- Beet salad Entree - My 2 faves Risotto (amazing!!!) Burger ***wow the chop meat is so fresh, juicy and cooked perfectly!!

    (5)

  • Kevin A.

    Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen really impressed me! They offer a price fixe menu on certain nights (now a mission of mine to try!), outstanding wine and cheese, and a wonderful menu that will satisfy whatever you are craving that day! Everything from the wine to the food is very rich and the atmosphere is exceptionally intimate and elegant. I can't decide what my favorite part about this place is, because every last detail of it is right on par!

    (5)

  • Cindy C.

    Their service deserves 5 stars! The food however, was good, but nothing special. My 3-star rating is for the food. I didn't come here for the wine, so maybe I didn't get the full experience. Grand cheese and meats plate: Very good. I loved the almonds and the mustard. Pate was delish. The price wasn't bad, the plate is huge! Cauliflower soup: We split two orders, so each person had about a shot of the soup. It was good, but anymore and it would've been too much! It was very rich and creamy. White asparagus appetizer: Good, but nothing amazing. I could make this at home! Carolina shrimp appetizer: It was pretty tasty, the shrimp was cooked perfectly. Scallops: Ok. The scallops were really fresh, but the sides were not browned enough. Roasted lamb: It was a really tiny piece of lamb for $40. It was smaller than the size of an index card... 4x5 inches, maybe even less... and it was not even that good. Hangar steak: Texture was a bit rubbery. Not that bad, but I've had better hangar steaks. Duck confit: Good, but nothing spectacular. Spaghetti: This actually tasted really good. There were olives in the sauce, but they were not too overwhelming. Marscarpone cheesecake: Very good, a very light cheesecake. It was perfect when combined with the walnut crust. Flourless chocolate cake: Very good. Very rich and chocolatey. Poached pear: Good, just like any other poached pear. Sweet crepes: Good, but nothing special. Lemon tart: OMG, it was so sour!!! It was impossible to finish it.

    (3)

  • aaron r.

    Fantastic food, good service and laid back ambience. I got the chicken...I don't think I've had any better. My wife had a pasta dish which she enjoyed as well. The service was very helpful as well. They gave my wife a few tastes of wine to decide which one she wants. All without prompting. A great place to have here in Forest Hills!

    (5)

  • Steph G.

    The gnocchi was AMAZING!! service was fantastic. The salmon with lentils was also Delish! Cheese platters were great too. Highly highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Samantha R.

    This restaurant should make people travel from other parts of the city to come to Queens. While I am not sure it truly michelin star worthy, this gem is definitely worth the trip in to Queens or a must if you live in the Forest Hills/Middle Village area. It's an intimate dining experience with a great wine selection and a burger worth ordering! I have frequented many times and it keeps me coming back every time.

    (4)

  • Cuppy E.

    My fiancé and I decided to try Danny Brown for the second time last night and the food was very good. My fiancé ordered the Roasted Carrot Soup for his appetizer and the Organic Chicken under a brick as his entree. He didn't really care for the soup but he loved the chicken. He cleaned his plate. I ordered the Grilled Calamari for my appetizer and it was delicious. The Calamari was cooked perfectly and it comes with these awesome white beans topped with Arugula. They should seriously consider adding this as an entree on their menu. It's amazing! I didn't want to stop eating it but I had to save room for my main course. I ordered the Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck and it was ok. Last time we were here, they had a delicious duck breast which unfortunately is no longer on the menu. They should put that back on there and remove this one. It was good but I didn't care for the Farro and the sauce that came with the dish. It was a tad too salty. We ordered the Espresso Creme Brûlée for dessert and it was excellent. Overall, Danny Brown Wine Bar and Kitchen is an above average restaurant. Next time I will veer off of the set menu and order one of the specials. I should have ordered the Mascarpone polenta. Hopefully they will have something similar next time we decide to make reservations. The service was pretty good. My only complaint is the fact that they have too many tables. They can stand to remove a table or two. We will return.

    (3)

  • Wendy C.

    I came here for happy hour on a Tuesday and sat at the bar. I was one of the first guests that day so I will excuse the crumbs on the bar stools. What's more important was the food and I was not disappointed. Had the Serrano ham croquettes. There were four in total sitting atop a saffron aioli. Omg! That aioli was delectable. I had to ask for bread to clean my plate. It was such a delicate cream along with the perfectly fried croquettes. Up next was the brandade. It was a potato purée mixed with skate and chorizo. you use the chorizo to scoop up the puree. It was delectable. My only complaint was that the chorizo was not enough for two. There is an extensive wine menu with wines by the glass, half bottles and full bottles. Bartender was very attentive. The place was nicely lit and definitely a destination in Queens.

    (4)

  • Benedetto S.

    Great local restaurant...kinda small but great food. Had the organic chicken was excellent. Will go back.

    (3)

  • Gary Y.

    After reading many reviews and seeing such good reviews i had to check out the place for myself, i went there with high expectations and surely enough i was dissapointed. I ordered the duck entree and the roast pork. Unless the standard in queens is less than par to Manhattan, there is no way i can honestly say this restaurant deserves 4-5 stars, 3 at best.

    (2)

  • J. K.

    I ate here once I thought the food was good. I found out later while I was parking my car that the hostess gave my friends a hard time. They didn't tell me this until after we left because they knew I would have made a big scene. I have never gone back since and won't . Service was not up to par. Too many good restaurants on Metro don't need this place.

    (3)

  • Astrid G.

    Michelin star-worthy dining in the great boro of Queens? You better believe it. I have been here twice and both times, I have been impressed from start to finish. First things first, please make a reservation, especially if you plan on dining here later in the week or on the weekends. Both times I have been here has been mid-week, so a pre-fixe menu ($28) is available. My most recent visit was last night, which was the beginning of Restaurant Week, so there was another pre-fixe menu available for $35. I went with the Restaurant Week pre-fixe. My starter was grilled calamari with white beans, rosemary, and arugula. The calamari was grilled to perfection and served in a small bowl with soft white beans and spicy arugula. Everything about this dish just worked. Delicious. For my main course, I had the sauteed wild merluza. It was served with cipollini onions, pancetta, and saffron-clam orzo. Once again, this combination was so perfect. The merluza was mild and the onions and pancetta were the perfect complement. Lastly, for dessert, I chose the flourless chocolate cake. Sinful, rich, and purely decadent. It was so good, my friends were also helping themselves to it. The service is consistently excellent. They're helpful, friendly, and prompt. The restaurant is very small, dimly lit, and romantic. Obviously, the wine list is quite comprehensive. It's the perfect place to celebrate an anniversary or to bring a date you really want to impress. 5 solid stars.

    (5)

  • Jonathan B.

    Danny Browns Kitchen brings the Manhattan style French Bistro to central Queens. Most of the praise that Danny Browns Kitchen receives is ultimately because this type of restaurant experience (from the quality of the ingredients, to the decor and service) was simply not to be had in Queens. (though LIC and Astoria have now changed this) If you choose to eat at Danny Browns you will not be disappointed by the food, you may dislike elements of it but you will know that it was prepared with care and consideration. With a changing prix fixe menu that is reasonably priced Danny Browns remain central queens top restaurant, (the one to beat) however one has to ask oneself, is this say worth a trip from Manhattan? The answer is no, great food yes, innovative and distinct enough to distinguish itself were it in Manhattan or Brooklyn, no. (it would still however be a good to great place)If you have the chance to eat here do so, but do not feel the pressing need to make the trip out to do so.

    (5)

  • Cynthia C.

    Great Food and Excellent Service!! The Duck Confit is to die for!!! and my friend had the organic chicken-perhaps the juiciest chicken I've ever tasted!!! The servers are well in-tuned with the menu and all suggestions were brilliant. Even great for a drink at the bar and splitting a meat/cheese plate with another-the ambiance is spot on!:)

    (5)

  • Christina N.

    I was looking for a Manhattanesque restaurant without having to travel far and I found it! The decor is nice - dim lights, candles, wine racks lining the wall. Perfect for a date or to catch up with a friend. Appetizer - small cheese board for 2 people, you get to pick 3 cheeses and 3 meats from their list. There was plently for us to share. I loved the pate. I can't remember the names of the cheeses but it was all good. The waitress refilled our bread basket when we were down to two slices without us having to ask for it. Great service all around, didn't have to ask for water refills either. Appetizer - croquettes. Pretty good, not to familiar with croquettes but I'd say these were good. Entree - risotto was amazing!! I also got a side of the rosemary skillet potatoes which were ok. I could have done without them, but to be fair I was prety full already! I had the European winter red flight which is a great way to try 3 different wines at once. Dessert - buttermilk vanilla panna cotta. Delicious! The syrup was sour but balanced well with the sweetness of the panna cotta. Loved this place and I can see myself coming here again.

    (5)

  • Ella T.

    A hidden gem in Queens!! Wine selection is superb. Not pretentious but a sophisticated crowd. No hipster scene here. It is nice to know that there are still some places like this. If you are in this neighborhood, a must visit for some great wine and food... And oh dessert!!!! OMG! I'll be back for sure.

    (5)

  • Victoria M.

    I'll give them one thing, the service is amazing. Everyone is very attentive and friendly. And the atmosphere is very nice. Other than that, my experience here was ehhh. The menu is very limited, too fancy for my taste. Not to mention expensive. I ordered a "rum raisin carrot cake" for $9.50 and it was more like a carrot cake cupcake served on an enormous plate. Overall, this place has some serious potential, but personally, I wouldn't come back here.

    (2)

  • Mabel W.

    This place is awesome. HANDS DOWN, Danny Brown served the best Duck Confit I've ever had. The skin was crisp and the meat was succulent and moist. There was just enough fattinessfor my liking. The service is impeccable, our waitress was very friendly and attentive and the matrie d was great. she noticed i ordered a red wine and she offered to give me a taste of their other red wines (um, yes please) A must go if you are ever in the Queens area.

    (5)

  • Christina T.

    This place is truly excellent. It is a tad sketchy to get to since you're walking at least 15 mins from the train through Queens suburbs and a ghetto area. But all is worth it when you sample their food and drink some vino. We started out with the small board which came with 3 choices of cheese and meat, baby pickles, fig jam and bread. I forget what we ate for entrees but by the end of the night, I was stuffed! Do come here if you're in New York - you'll get excellent service and delicious prepared food.

    (4)

  • Colleen D.

    This place was disappointing. We ate here for our anniversary and had pretty high expectations, given that this place is Queens' only Michelin starred restaurant. The overall feel of the place was fine, but nothing special. We shared a bottle of wine, each ordered an entrée and then we each had a dessert. The good: the Espresso Crème Brulee was really tasty. My husband ordered the hanger steak, which he said was good, but didn't really have any type of a "wow" factor to it. The bad: I ordered the sautéed merluza which came with a saffron clam orzo. The small portion of orzo was fantastic, but I was really disappointed when I ordered the merluza and was told that they were out (odd, since our dinner reservation was at 6 pm, so they had literally just opened for the evening). The waitress told me it would taste exactly the same. If I'm not mistaken, pollock is the fish used most commonly in fishsticks and in deep-fried fast-food fish. It was dry and bland and to be honest, I don't appreciate paying 28 dollars for a piece of pollock. The waitress was pretty pushy about insisting it would taste exactly the same as merluza. In retrospect I should have just switched to something else. Maybe we hit this place on an off night, but I don't plan to return. There are so many better restaurants in Queens that are cheaper, have better food, better service and a nicer overall atmosphere.

    (2)

  • Patty L.

    I rate this place a solid 4 stars. It's a small restaurant, clean, minimal with a modern feel. The open kitchen in the back adds a unique touch. My first time dining at Danny Brown was yesterday. I took my family there for an early Mother's Day dinner. We ordered: Yellowtail Carpaccio: expensive and unimpressive Grilled Calamari: seasoned beautifully and the entire dish was divine Strozzapreti: Light and at first bite, the dish provides a pleasant surprise Creekstone Farms' Grilled Hanger Steak & Crispy Frites: The steak was mediocre at best but the fries were good. The whole family was picking off this dish for the frites. Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck: The only impressive entree. Did the restaurant earn their star from this one dish? Rosemary Skillet Potatoes: Bland and boring. The one thing that really suck out to me was the reservationist. She was extremely helpful when I was trying to make my reservation even calling me to inform me when a better table at a better time became available. This is an employee that cares. I felt that the menu prices were a bit steep for Queens. In the end, I felt like it was a wanna-be city restaurant. Although it came close, it fell just a twinge short.

    (4)

  • John P.

    Best restaurant in Forest Hills, maybe all of Queens. It has the only Michelin star in the borough. The plates are all fresh and unique. I know because I've tried them all!

    (5)

  • Rob A.

    Danny Brown is amazing. Friendly great service, amazing food and try the Mascarpone Cheesecake!!!!!!!! I LOVE this place!

    (5)

  • Stephanie Y.

    I first became interested in going to this restaurant when I heard that it was the only Michelin starred restaurant in Queens. Maybe I hyped myself up too much before going, but Danny Brown's was a bit of a disappointment. Let's start with the pros first. They have a superbly curated selection of wines that wouldn't overwhelm or intimidate even the newest of wine drinkers. The service was consistent and our waitress wasn't shy about making recommendations. The dessert definitely stole the show. We ordered the buttermilk vanilla panna cotta which was light and perfectly complemented by the rhubarb. Now the cons. The bread was as hard as a rock and definitely not deserving of a Michelin starred restaurant. The gnocchi was doused with shaved parmigian that took over the plate. The Organic Chicken, while flavorful, was extremely dry which ruined it for me. Danny Brown's is a decently priced restaurant that feels like it has the potential to be great, but just didn't deliver for me on that particular day.

    (3)

  • Artak H.

    Excellent service! Good food! Pleasant ambiance! What else do you need? Again, excellent service!

    (5)

  • Arnold B.

    Love the cheese boards, salad, wine, and generally the appetizers, but the mains and pretentiousness of the wait-staff always turn me off. Had a burger there the other night for the first time and it was terrible. It was cold and tasteless. I would have told the waitress, but she never bothered to ask me how my meal was. For Queens this place is a gem, even for Manhattan it's pretty good. I'll go back, but with lowered expectations.

    (3)

  • lindsay a.

    Stopped here after a trip to the mall. Sat at the bar (Saturday night, no tables available). Food was delicious. I agree on the reviews that say it's overpriced. My salmon wasn't worth the $33, $25 possibly. Also ordered linguini, brussel sprouts and broc rabe. All tasty as well.

    (4)

  • celine c.

    Maybe it's a good restaurant in the neighborhood,but it's definitely overrated! You could find much better new American gourmet at their price in the city!

    (2)

  • Jay S.

    How is it possible that the Danny Brown restaurant gets a Michelin star? It is among the worst restaurants we have ever eaten in. The food tastes mediocre, the service is bad, and the ambiance is poor. The good reviews must be from his mother, wife, family, and friends. Any objective reviewer could never give this place a good evaluation.

    (1)

  • Christine C.

    Date night at this place was awesome! Really nice vibe and love seeing the kitchen cook! A bit tight especially since we were seated right next to the waiters area but it was fine for dinner. The food was delicious .. Everything we had. And the chef (I think) came to ask around how food was that evening. Really nice place and the wine was delicious and paired perfectly with my meal.

    (4)

  • Deanna D.

    Went here on a Thursday night. The place was lightly busy and the service was excellent. My friend tried the pasta special, which she said was great. I got the Roasted Skate, which was cooked perfectly. It came on top of a quite rich cauliflower purée with hazelnut brown butter and broccoli rabe. This was beyond rich - a touch excessive for such a lovely dish. For dessert, I had the panna cotta, which came with a nicely super tart orange sauce. The panna cotta was definitely over done - and seemed like there was a gelatin or something in it because it was too firm. My friend got the apple tart which she found rather basic and like something her grandma would have made (aka nothing really special). Next time, I'm going to order my meal before ordering my wine because mine didn't go very well with my fish. Live and learn. Overall a nice experience at a lovely restaurant.

    (4)

  • Stanley S.

    Michelin rated restaurant? Yes thats the tire company btw and they apparently make a guide every year on the finest places to eat around the world. Danny Browns is the only michelin rated restaurant in Queens so I decided to take a friend out for dinner to see what the hype was about. Appetizer; calamari (now this isnt the typical fried variety you find at most italian places, they were thin strips of plain calamari in a light sauce served over some lentils. Very, very good, in fact its the best calamari I think ive ever had, it practically melts in your mouth -- a must have if you go here. Entree: I had the pork tenderloin served rare in a sweet marmalade (very juicy/tender), and my friend had the duck confit (which I should have had, it was excellent). Dessert: I normally am not a dessert person, but they had flourless cake (basically chocolate held together in cake form with a lot of eggs. It was so rich and went great with the expresso I had with it. For the amount of food we had the price was excellent about 45 a person altogether given the quality and reputation of the restaurant. Overall a great place for a date night, etc. Make sure you get reservations in advance!

    (5)

  • Publius K.

    Wonderful, a true gem in Queens. Live nearby and have already found far too many occasions to treat ourselves to dinners here. Attentive service, pleasant atmosphere, and fantastic food (the duck confit and steak are both highly recommended)...

    (5)

  • Jenny W.

    This is my second visit, my first being a few years ago. While it was good, it definitely wasn't AMAZING. This time around, it definitely was! Of our four dishes: gnocchi, yellowtail crudo, duck confit and beef cheeks, I would say the stand out stars were the gnocchi and beef cheeks. Both were definitely the highlight of the night as well as I'm sure many meals to come. The sauce, the texture... let me stop since I haven't had lunch and I'm salivating here.

    (5)

  • Sasha H.

    Only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens, this is a fact. Only 10 minutes from my parent's house, another fact. Should have eaten here by now, fact. Finally, an impromptu weeknight in Queens presented itself for us two adventurous eaters to venture into Danny Brown. Was able to make an Opentable reservation at 7 pm for 7:30 pm, which was a pleasant surprise and indicated that we wouldn't be elbow to elbow at the restaurant either, which is a rarity almost anywhere in NYC nowadays. I chalked it up to it being the day before Thanksgiving. They had a terrific prix fixe dinner menu - $28 for three, great courses. A delicious deal is one I cannot refuse. Being that "wine bar" is in the title, I diligently perused the menu and a flight of three 3-oz pours seemed like the best way to try a few wines while keeping my motor skills intact. Three sets of red flights to choose from, I couldn't decide and asked our server for help. As sweet as she was at identifying the wines I liked in each flight, this didn't help my choice much, and I ended up just going with the Fall Flight. She fumbled the names as she put them down, and in the end, I didn't really know exactly which wines I was drinking, but I liked 2/3, which are pretty good stats. There's also a nice meat and cheese menu, which is hard to resist. Unfortunately, they don't allow mixing meats and cheeses for the tasting boards. We had bresaola, chicken liver, and housemade pate with whole grain mustard and cornichons. They were all lovely, the pate especially so. From my prix fixe, I had the carrot soup, merluza, and buttermilk panna cotta. My dinner partner had the pork tenderloin and espresso brulee. I loved the soup, it wasn't too sweet, velvety, and had great flavor. The carraway creme was a nice complement, and argan oil is so healthy, I dig the use of that ingredient! I loved the merluza - it was cooked perfectly and the orzo it came with was so flavorful (I only wish there had been more of it!), with some bite from the pancetta, mmm! And my friend loved his pork tenderloin - I found the sauce a bit too sweet, but that's ok since I wasn't the one eating most of it. The desserts were a bit of a miss. My panna cotta suffered from a gelatin-induced firmness and lacked flavor. The underlying clementine sauce was nice, but couldn't save it. The espresso brulee was also a bit of a letdown. Top was crunchy to be sure, but the custard did not have that glorious eggy/creaminess and was instead translucent, grainy, and sugary. From these desserts, I'd guess that there's no pastry chef in house. Overall, I had a nice time and it's great to have Danny Brown in the neighborhood. But judged against its fellow one-star counterparts, I have a few minor gripes. For one dessert was mediocre. Secondly, given that it is a wine bar, I would expect a bit more knowledge and emphasis on the wines from the staff. Besides having the flights on the menu, it was just an ordinary experience in terms of its wine presentation.

    (4)

  • Gary M.

    Everything I tried here is great, I love this place, a little bit of manhattan right here in queens and I live just a block away, I'm so happy

    (5)

  • Frank F.

    Unbelievably good. You'd never expect to find a place like this on a random streetfront in a normal neighborhood in Queens. It's out of the way, but worth the trip. Find it. Maybe on the way to/from JFK (5 minutes away). Amazing, amazing food. Casual, neighborhood atmosphere. Lots of locals enjoying their FREAKING NEIGHBORHOOD MICHELIN STAR. I want a neighborhood Michelin star where I live. Seriously.

    (5)

  • Arl T.

    I had wanted to visit Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen for some time after reading all the wonderful reviews. I was excited to dine at a Michelin rated restaurant in Queens. Last night my husband, son and friend went to dinner and were underwhelmed. Food: I ordered the risotto which I found to be too salty for my taste. My friend and husband had the steak and fries and my son the burger. My husband said the meat was tender but he had equally good steak for less elsewhere. Ambiance: It felt like a business lunch in Midtown Manhattan. All is all our experience was underwhelming. There are dozens of other restaurants with better ambiance, food and price in NYC.

    (3)

  • Andrew L.

    Rare steak done right. The small plate is worth trying; unique favors. Desserts are okay, but then again I am not a big fan of sweets.

    (4)

  • Liana D.

    it was better one year ago, not anymore. The menu is the same, you need to go over there a couple of times and you don't have anything new to try. Last time we went to eat at this place, the steak was burned (but I didn't complain). Still, we did complain about the French wine which was vinegar. They made such a big deal about it that we ended the discussion by buying the wine and taking it home for cooking. And we are done going there.

    (1)

  • H Z.

    I went here for my sister's birthday with my mom a couple of years ago and boy was i surprised that this place was in Queens. Typically Queens is made up of takeout shacks, pizza and diners. This place could fit in any swanky area of Manhattan. At first when my mother told me that it was a French restaurant, I turned my nose up and laughed. Being French and bias, I was in for a disaster. The setting was dimly light, tables weren't awkwardly set up at all. The food could have been the last thing I ate. This is the perfect place for anniversaries or trying to impress your boyfriend or girlfriend, The charcuterie (however that is spelled) appears to be a little small, but its delightful to have on the side along with the sophisticated meals from the menu. Two words, Absolutely Fabulous!-This is why people should come to Queens.

    (5)

  • Chris B.

    Friendly service when arriving at the restaurant. Space is tight but a cool atmosphere with wine and art on the wall with an open kitchen in the back. Cheese and meat board was amazing. Chicken "under a brick" was moist with crispy skin accompanied by Bok Choy and Potatoes. My wife also enjoyed the short rib Ravioli. The vanilla pannacota was a perfect finish to the meal.

    (4)

  • Samantha D.

    My husband and I went here for date night last night. We got 4 small plates (fluke carpaccio, shrimp, gnocchi and grilled calamari). The small plates were great and the saving-grace of the meal. After that we each got a large plate. I got the duck which was really tough, to the point where I felt that someone needed to know -- maybe it was a bad shipment or something. I have never not finished duck and this one was not finished. My husband had the fluke which he liked and I liked too. The waitress was really nice and comped us the duck, she was attentive and knowledgeable about wine and the menu. After, we had dessert (roast peach and lemon tart). The peach was bland to my taste but my husband liked it and the tart was too sweet to his taste but I thought it was ok -- the crust was the best part. Overall I'm glad we went and tried it but I don't think I would put this place high on my list of places to recommend. The atmosphere was nice and the waitstaff was nice. Basically, I'd go back if a group wanted to go for small plates and apps but I wouldn't have a full meal there again.

    (3)

  • Adam V.

    It's no surprise that I am awarding this restaurant with my most prestigious award: "The Adam Five Star," since they actually did get a Michelin Star. I guess that all I am doing is validating this restaurant's already well deserved accolades and cementing their reputation for excellence. I don't even believe you can enter without a reservation so make sure to call before coming. The restaurant is clean and classy albeit small. It is a very intimate atmosphere which is perfect if you want to impress a date or have a nice anniversary (which me and my girlfriend were celebrating that night). The food was absolutely superb and top notch. My date and I had ordered the Grilled Calamari for the appetizer and we were very impressed at how well it was cooked; the meat was done right as it was tender and succulent rather than rubbery. I had ordered the Organic Chicken Under a Brick and I loved it! My girlfriend got the Duck Confit and she said it was phenomenal and the flavor was to die for. It was well worth the trip and easily one of the best dining experiences of my life.

    (5)

  • Lucie T.

    So this little jewel was in my backyard for many years and it took my friend from Brooklyn to go and get dinner there, I was almost ashamed! Almost :)... We had the three small plates, white shrimp - very good sauce and dish. the sprout salad, the figs were nice surprise, the carrot soup was delish. Main course we shared the porkloin.. almost as good as my moms.. very tender, juicy and amazing sauce on bottom and great veggies. Dessert - flourless chocolate cake.. yumm, banana rum crepe uber yum. yup. in my backyard.. I wrote off my hood for great food.. well until now.

    (4)

  • Jim U.

    The only Michelin starred restaurant in Queens, and I must say that it is worth a look. Though plan accordingly. While scoring a seat during a busy Saturday night service is certainly possible, the commute time from lower Manhattan multiplied by two will make for a very long evening. My journey involved 2 subway trains and a healthy 20 minute walk (each way) through an upscale area of Queens before ultimately arriving. Those driving will have a more timely commute but will have to sacrifice a little on the wine bar portion of the restaurant. So it was Saturday night, and I found myself sitting at the bar as there were no tables available. The service was impeccable at the bar, but that may have been in part due to the owner witnessing me taking photos of my food during the first course. I am normally discreet about such matters, but I was caught as it were. As a result I was in for a few generous wine pours and decidedly excellent and attentive service. Not the worst possible outcome mind you. I began with the garganelli carbonara ($12). This "small plate" dish was rustically presented with a base of garganelli, plenty of melted comte cheese, hunks of serrano ham, a liberal amount of freshly cracked black pepper, and some black truffle essence added for good measure. This was fairly decent comfort food, but it lacked modern refinement. I loved the texture of the noodles though, and I thought all of the elements worked well together. My choice of a Piedmontese red made for a great pairing with this dish. For the main course, I opted for the roasted skate ($24). My large monolith of skate wing was served over celery root puree, braised endive, caper berries, and hazelnut brown butter. What a remarkably delicious and elegant dish! While I plodded through the seafood course at Dovetail a few days before, I took great pleasure in working my way through this plate. The fish was perfectly prepared and boasted sophisticated flavor without being overwhelming in any way. The hazelnut brown butter really brought the entire dish together. I highly recommend this plate. To pair with my main course, my server brought me two half glasses of wine to try not telling me what they were. I ended up preferring the Chardonnay to the Falanghina (which is what I would have ordered), so I went and ordered a glass of that. It was a whimsical way to decide on a wine, and I rather enjoyed it. The server confessed to under-pouring my Chardonnay, so he brought me more at the end of the meal. This was more than generous to say the least. For dessert, I had the Bananas Foster Crepe ($8). This was served as one long crepe liberally inundated with brown butter rum sauce and freshly made whipped cream. It was a return to the rustic and fairly straightforward. It was good, but not extraordinary in any way. I sought help in pairing a dessert wine, and was awarded with a strong choice and yet another generous pour. They really take care of you here. The skate was the clear standout of the evening, but I also enjoyed the healthy wine list which had a number of drinks available by the glass. The price ranges on the alcohol were definitely towards the low end, so you could have a grand time here without breaking the bank. The atmosphere is wonderful too. It is a lovely neighborhood spot with many locals enjoying an evening out with their date or loved ones. And while Carpano was not on the menu, I enjoyed the wall tribute. Great place. Recommend.

    (4)

  • Stephen B.

    Came here on a Sunday night and they didn't have any tables, so we came back and got a table near the kitchen. They seemed to think that was inferior, but it wasn't bad. A whole grain sour dough bread with butter out of the fridge. My girlfriend said her mixed green salad was good, and it was, with baby butter lettuce included I took the red and juicy flight of wine (American) I liked the California Zinfandel, which was the last one. Taste felt like a wave that rolled back on itself, with a hint of vanilla at the end. My girlfriend got the Europe flight, which I didn't like as much. I got the duck confit, she got the organic chicken under a brick. She says that the brick makes it cook more evenly and concentrates the flavor. She thought it was slightly too salty and over cooked, but I thought it was fine. My duck was all I hoped it would be and more. Roasted "yukon golden" potatoes, kale (which they chose the obscure name cavolo nero) and red pears. Heaven. Cori wanted me to eat the skin. Isn't that bad for you? Instead of the rosemary roasted potatoes, Cori got au gratin, which was bangen'. I could eat those as a main dish on another day. We shared a lemon tart with blueberries and decaf coffee. The tart wasn't as tart because the Meyer lemon isn't as tart. Cori felt the crust was too thick. The foodgasm eventually came to a shuddering halt. It was time to go. My girlfriend kept watching the kitchen, I let her face it because I didn't want to get caught up. Danny Brown was in the kitchen, we saw people who knew him go and thank him. I hope some day to be one of those people. $127 for two. I watched them cook for a while, it was awesome.

    (5)

  • Sybil K.

    It's a fancy date-night place :). Ok, there are cons, but not enough cons to warrant anything less than 5 stars. So our waitress was a tiny bit strange and had very specific rules for how we were to order (everything from appetizers to drinks to the entrees had to be ordered all at once...no game-time decisions allowed!). Also, the portions aren't huge. Now for the pros, and there are many pros. The portions aren't huge, for one thing. Yes, I realize I listed that as a maybe-con, but it's a definite-pro, since you're not stuffed to the point where you've forgotten your entire meal because all you can think about is the long swig of Alka-Seltzer you'll be taking when you get home. Put simply, it's excellently executed food from start to finish. I had the skate, which was perfectly flaky and soft, and the boyfriend had steak, which he could not stop raving about. Go here for a special occasion. Invent a special occasion if you have to. Trust me, it's worth it.

    (5)

  • Ron T.

    I don't get it......... I've tried, eaten here a bunch, at least 10 times since they opened. I want to get it.......they are in my hood. I eagerly awaited the opening, oh so long ago. But alas, how this Danny Brown has a Michelin Star, I do not understand. The food is good, but M-Star worthy most certainly not...... By Forest Hills/Queens standards this is the best place in the hood. But they do not compare to any other Michelin rated restaurant I have ever eaten at.

    (3)

  • Michael U.

    Full review in the blog: Walking up to the restaurant just prior to 5:00 we were welcomed in like old friends - first by an elderly woman who would later joke with us for being "too quiet" and next by the man who would turn out to be our waiter for the duration of the visit, a lean fellow with a well manicured beard and voice so soft that I never really caught his name. Competent, helpful, and ever circulating to fill glasses I must say our server's mild demeanor would have been welcomed in almost any other place serving similar quality cuisine but it did present a slight problem in hearing dish descriptions since a rather poorly behaved pair of children one table over spent the evening coloring on themselves and the tablecloth while yelling as their oblivious parents drank cocktails Sitting and chatting while sipping our beverages - water for myself and diet coke for the rest - it quickly became evident that Queens' first Michelin Star has actually become a bit of a destination as both the bar and the dining room would be filled by 5:15. With the bar up front, the open kitchen in back and the 44-seat space largely filled with cream walls, black chairs, and white table cloths the restaurant itself was not really much to behold, but the reason we were there was the food and after making our server aware of our time constraints the first course would arrive quite promptly - a $30 small board of Charcuterie and Cheese featuring Rosette de Lyon, House Made Pâté de Campagne, Pork Rillets, Brillat-Savarin, Bûcheron, and Idiazabal paired with Fig Compote, Whole Grain Mustard, Cornichons, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, plus Baguette & Walnut-Cranberry Raisin Bread. Having never really experienced such a board before my friends were impressed by the pork salami while I was personally wowed by the lovely rosemary and four-spice accents of the rillets. Amongst the cheeses, the buttery triple-créme was the table favorite while I fancied the Bûcheron just as I always have. Still chatting and slowly working on the board, our next round of courses would arrive perhaps fifteen minutes later - not rushed, just right. Orders amongst my pals would include the Serrano Ham Croquettes with Saffron Aïoli and the Wild Mushroom Risotto with Black Trumpet & Chanterelle Mushrooms, Parmigiano Fricco. Offered one of the Croquettes I'll note it was more subtle than my previous experiences with similar tapas dishes - creamy and savory but not overly accented by the ham. Significantly better would be the risotto - toothsome but creamy, the mushrooms plenty earthy with the grated parmesan and cheese tuille adding characteristic savory notes and texture. For my appetizer, the Torchon of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck Foie Gras with Quince and Pomegranate would be the obvious choice - and at $21 quite the portion. A solid terrine, perhaps a bit too chilled and unfortunately served only with room temperature Baguette the texture was spot on - the sort of torchon that was equally good spread on bread of by the forkful with the balsamic tinged quince smear or the sweet pomegranate seeds. For my main course of the evening the choice was made the minute I saw the Hand Made Tagliatelle with Duck Confit, Red Swiss Chard, Toasted Sunchokes & Sage. Rustic in presentation yet refined in flavor the pasta itself was hand torn and perfectly al dente - a bit of resistance to the tooth, no more and no less. Topped with crispy sunchokes and savory sage, bitter chard, and a ragout of confit in a thick gravy hefty garlic and nutmeg the flavor profile was diverse and well conceived - a dish worthy of its persistent status on a menu that changes regularly. For desserts - Rum Raisin Carrot Cake - Cream Cheese Mousse. Hefty with boozy plump raisins and dense with sweet carrots the base of the cake was without a doubt the best carrot cake I've ever had, though admittedly it is not my "go to" dessert. Large in portion and not overloaded with the frosting, a sweet and light smear, my friends were appropriately satisfied. Not wanting to order the same as the others, my dessert would prove the worst of the bunch - a decent Banana's Foster Crêpe with Brown Butter-Rum Sauce & Whipped Cream that suffered from Bananas that were simply not quite ready to be served. Thankfully light on the tail end of a day full of eating I will say the crepe itself was textbook, but the with the bananas still slightly sour I have to imagine this dessert would have been vastly improved with the bananas a day older. The final dessert, ordered by the lady of the table, was Warm Apple Tarte Tatin - Crème Sucrée. With a fluffy pastry shell at the base and buttery cooked apples and cinnamon atop the dish wish simple, straight forward, and tasty. While the restaurant may not be a destination, I'd say it defines "very good cuisine in its category," and apparently Michelin and the locals agree.

    (3)

  • Yan G.

    I wanted to try DB for a couple of years. Finally an opportunity presented itself. We went with our kids. Overall, we enjoyed DB and will be coming back. The vibe was good, the food was solid and often interesting, if not transcendental. The service was overall ok. A word about service that repeats what others said earlier - at that level, when one orders a dish to be shared, it would be expected that it comes to the table already plated on two separate plates. Our kids' dish came as one plate and a waiter brought an empty plate later for us to dole out the food. To keep things in perspective, this was the only notable omission. DB is a good choice for a special occasion meal without having to leave the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Beerinder R.

    Get the large board and order extra mustard and bread in advance. You won't be disappointed. Do consult the staff on wine recommendations and pairings. Entrees are OK but won't knock your socks off.

    (3)

  • Jennifer C.

    This is a great little place for a romantic night out. We loved trying the wine flights and the croquettes were delicious!

    (4)

  • Gisha J.

    My brother and sister treated my Fiance and I to Danny Brown's Wine Bar & Kitchen after we got engaged. The food was exceptional. We went on a Saturday night with reservations. The place was a full house. We had brought my nephew who was 5 months and the staff was very accommodating. The staff was attentive and very knowledgable. We got a bottle of wine and was very surprised how affordable it was. For food, we had a good variety of items from the menu. Appetizer - Large Board of Cured Meats and Cheese. All the meats and cheese were delicious. I was a big fan of the Chicken Liver Mousse. Dinner - We order the Roasted Skate, Confit of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck, and Grilled Hanger Steak & Crispy Frites. My favorite was the duck. It was PERFECTLY cooked. One of the best duck dishes I had. We were also very impressed with the steak. It was cooked exactly how we requested. The skate was also very tasty and light. Side - Sauteed Brussel Sprouts. Delicious! Overall, we had a great experience at Danny Brown's Wine Bar & Kitchen. It was definitely one of the best restaurant's I have been to in Queens. I agree with one of the other reviewer's that if this restaurant was in the City, it would be ridiculously packed and less affordable.

    (5)

  • Jack X.

    I popped into Danny Brown Wine bar tonight at around nine in the evening and on the weekdays they close as ten. They were willing to accommodate me and my friend so it was really nice. We decided to sit at the bar and have some light food, wine and desert. The ambiance is pretty standard; relatively dim lighting with clean facade and wooden floors. The kitchen in the back is open so you can look into it and the wine bar is fully stocked. The company there is a little older than you would expect at a wine bar but there were a few tables of younger guests. The food we decided on was the, Duck Confit' - There was a little shredded duck on this plate with lots of creme fraiche over it. The bed was made of some pasta, I think a thin penne and some peas. I would pass on this if given the choice Grill Calamari - Delicious calamari mixed with white beans that came together quite well. Pretty good appetizer and somethign I would choose again They had a selection of wines which you can try, I will not include a wine list. The desert was the HIGH LIGHT of this experience; we decided on the, Flour-less Chocolate Cake - Pretty good but standard, the additional garnish of the peanut butter chocolate covered nut was a good choice. The Marscapone Cheesecake was AMAZING. In all of New York there are few out there that can rival this cake. The thickness and savory taste of the cheese came together with the lightly candied walnut crust. The first taste is the cheese flavor and texture followed by a subtle sweetness which is complemented and enhanced by the crust. The strawberries on top also added a little bit of tartness which brought out the sweet flavor of the cheesecake and made it complete. Wonderful; a great experience overall.

    (4)

  • Chuck H.

    I'm not sure why the other Michelin-rated Queens restaurants got their stars but this one definitely earned the honor. Fantastic dining experience. The service was on point - I was greeted warmly, seated promptly sans reservation (it was a Friday evening so I know I lucked out), and they stored my coat to save space because the dining room is rather small and cozy. There were so many interesting emnu options to choose from but I'm trying to watch what i eat so I passed on the venison & duck breast and settled for the Skate wing. Settled is not the proper word choice though, because it was a perfectly cooked piece of fish. The seasoning was just right and the risotto was perfectly soft and creamy. I had a cauliflower soup to start which was okay. probably would try something else next time but it was still a nice dish - the raisins at the bottom were a pleasantly tart surprise. Was so full I didn't even have space for dessert but will definitely be coming back. My server Danielle was warm, very knowledgeable & attentive. I will definitely be coming back!

    (5)

  • Michael P.

    This restaurant is excellent. The atmosphere is cozy, and the staff attentive and knowledgeable. The grilled calamari salad was a great surprise with subtle flavors and tender calamari. My two favorite entrees were the Strozzapreti and the Roasted Chicken "Under a Brick". If you are a beat fan, don't miss the side of roasted organic beats. This is worth the trip to Queens, or if you have a trip to JFK, go a bit early and grab a bite here.

    (4)

  • Kevin H.

    Okay, to start off - I must first mention how pleasant and professional the service was here, which is rare for me to emphasize on. The server from the open bar saw that I was looking at the picture of the Falanghina white wine from my fellow Yelpers' reviews on my phone, and right away he brought to the table a glass of the Falanghina for me to taste, and brought two other glasses of red wine upon request and explained thoroughly each type. For me that was what pushed it from 3.5 stars to a 4. We ended up getting the Falanghina white and the Pinot Noir Red, which were both excellent and smooth with the food we ordered! Now lets move on to the food. For appetizers we had the beets salad with goat cheese which was surprisingly refreshing and whetted my appetite, as the sweetness of the beets and the slight bitterness of the walnuts added a subtle flavor to the otherwise more pungent taste of the goat cheese on top. We also ordered the Trophie, which was heavy on the herbal scent, but worked well with the Smoked Tomatoes to give the Escarole an almost a fusion taste. However, the Ricotta cheese felt out of place with the overall combo and could have been better with with a lighter type of cheese or creamy sauce. For Main course, I had the Confit of Duck, which was good but fell short of my expectation considering all the rave around it. Although the meat was tender and fell right off of the bone with the occasional duck fat of the skin to add to the flavor, it was a little heavy on the salt. The crispy yukon gold potato and the brussel sprout were, however, great complimentary sides as they balance out the otherwise more heavy taste of the meat. The girlfriend ordered the Roasted Skate, which was excellent fish protein where you can literally taste the different layers of flavors starting with the cauliflower puree on the outer skin and as you bite into it you get a kick of the hazelnut-ish flavor and then finally the butter itself. Needless to say, the meat was as tender as you get them and juice flowing through your mouth constantly all mixed everything else. We had no more room for dessert by the end of it. All in all, the major set back I would say is that rather expensive menu. For $140 and a 1-star rated Michelin restaurant, I was expecting more of a 5 star Yelp rating type of food, although it was still good. However, the top-notch service was definitely a plus! Would recommend if you are looking for a small cozy place for a nice date.

    (4)

  • Gina H.

    I have been here many times in the past and its not the city but in Forest Hills the bar is low. But things change and the bar has gotten low or at least to comfortable. . Here's the sad story: He ordered the steak and I ordered the chicken. The chicken was fine but I've had better(Fairway roasted organic). The steak was the nightmare. Tough and Inedible. The gentleman proceeded to insinuate we didn't know steak...foolish mortal. The End. Really the end.

    (2)

  • Andrea K.

    The worst place i have ever been too the food was so nasty and they prices were do expensive for such small portions

    (1)

  • Gabriel H.

    Well my wife and I really enjoyed our time here. This is an exceptional place. We will definitely go back again and again.

    (4)

  • Monique R.

    When I heard about Queens' first Michelin star, I bookmarked it and watched it sit on my list of "must-go" places for a good solid year. Seeing all the positive reviews and the constant crowd gathered at Danny Brown piqued my interest enough and I finally got up the nerve to go. I had with me a gentleman who has quite a wealth of knowledge with regards to wine which made my time at Danny Brown nearly effortless. All i had to do was drink when he selected. He selected a Bordeaux. We started with two appetizers. The grilled calamari with white beans as well as the roasted beet salad with warm goat cheese and caramelized onions. While the appetizers look small, they are quite filling. I recommend they be shared. The grilled calamari was supple while the white beans were creamy. The roasted beets were sweet and tender, combined with the warm goat cheese- pure perfection. The entree, for me was not so stellar. Suffice to say, i only ordered a burger at a Michelin star restaurant. There were other things on the menu but they were out of hanger steak and a few other things that seemed to, as the waiter said, "fly off the shelves". In my mind, the burger should have been just as good as everything else. The burger was cooked the way i asked, Medium. It was served on a toasted english muffin. The english muffin was very hard to get through so i used a knife and fork to eat my burger sans bun. The meat was probably a little too lean for my liking as the burger, though cooked perfectly, was dry. The Duck Confit managed to be fall-off-the-bone tender yet had a crispy skin on the exterior. The dish was balanced and definitely something that I would consider for next time, providing they are not sold out. Luckily, the beet salad was of epic proportions and I was quite full from that so the disappointing burger didnt really matter. The staff here are great! Combined with the warn decor and relaxed ambiance, the service here makes for a perfect atmosphere to enjoy a fantastic bottle of wine with a delicious meal and leave out all the pretenses that make fine dining snobby and awkward. For this neighborhood, Danny Brown might be out of the way for people but it really is a diamond in the rough. Would I come again? In the words of Mr. Big from Sex and The City, Abso-F*cking-Lutely! (but i will NOT be ordering the burger)

    (4)

  • Jen V.

    Love this place. They are extremely nice and food is great. Yes it is not perfect but still very good. We been countless of times and each time it is tasty as heck. Go for Prix Fixe on Tues.

    (4)

  • Alimah B.

    The bartender is super friendly and so was the waitress. I sat alone at a table alone and then decided to move to the bar for some chat. I met a few ppl that were very kind and the meats and cheese platter was really gd, as was the wine! I will def go back to try other food on the menu.

    (4)

  • Judy T.

    It's such a gem in Forest Hills, from the outside of the restaurant you'll never know that a Michelin Star restaurant exists on the corner of Metropolitan and 71st Dr. This is my go-to staple for quite some time now, I love going there on weeknights when they offer 3 course (app, entree,& dessert) for under $30 pp. Such a great deal, they also have many seasonal items that can suite anybody's palette.

    (5)

  • J S.

    A Michelin Star? If this place deserves a star, then any dive in NYC deserves at least 2. Is it possible that the stars are given like the Oscar nominations - not really based on merit, but heavily based on connections and media hype? 1 star is solely for decor. Seating it very uncomfortable. The place is horrible crammed. You can sit near the bar and be accosted by drunken conversation, or by the door (especially brutal on cold winter nights) or deep into the narrow restaurant with a view of the toilet room and related aromas. Your choice. Or wait, no, you have absolutely no choice. Db is from the Howard Stern's father school of service : "Shut up. Sit down. You are a moron!" The food is mediocre at best, while the wine list is marginally better, But the worst part, without a shadow of a doubt is the service. It is rude, unhelpful and always attempts at looking down at their customers. Why? Because they managed to fool so many customers into giving away hard -earned cash for a plate of cold cuts and cheese? Or overly dry, salted chicken? Or watery desert? One does not need a culinary education of any kind to serve that. Really, even those of us who can't boil an egg, can easily accomplish such a task. DB mother and the snob-of-a-waitress that managed to marry him were leading by example and the rest of servers just followed the lead. It is shameful, but if customers don't demand respect, db will continue serving overpriced pretentious food with wrong attitude. This is exactly the kind of eatery that often makes it hard to believe all the glowing yelp reviews. Sure, it is located in the middle of nowhere, and it is not in NYC, not even in Astoria, but there is absolutely no reason to suffer db. Good food served with respect and gratitude is only a short drive or train ride away !

    (1)

  • Kevin L.

    3.5 stars.. Solid restaurant with great service and wine list but food seems to be lacking some flair (wow factor). Wanted to try Danny Brown's for a long time and finally went on a Wednesday night. From the outside the restaurant wasn't much but the inside had a very clean and comfortable decor. Hostess was very courteous and friendly asking us where we wanted to be seated since it was pretty empty so we picked an area towards the back. Waiter came by with menus, told us the specials and provided water promptly upon seating. I would give our waiter 5 stars because he was great throughout the night with water, checking up on us without being over bearing and explaining all our wines and food. I ended up ordering from the $28, 3 course, pre-fixe menu since it was such a good deal with things I wanted while my gf ordered off the regular menu. We also ordered 2 flights of wines, (3) 3oz pours for $15 (rarely offered at other restaurants), which were all really good. Onto the food: Tomato Gazpacho - refreshing but slightly too salty, couldnt finish the entire dish Grilled Calamari - perfectly grilled and paired well with arugula and white beans but lacked flavor Sauteed Pollack - once again grilled to perfection but lacked flavor Strozzapreti - pasta was cooked well (al dente) and had great texture but once again lacked flavor Panna Cotta - paired well with the Rhubarb Compote but nothing to 'wow' about All in all, the dinner was enjoyable but maybe we had too high of expectations for the food since it was Michelin rated that we didn't come out fully satisfied. Now that I've tried it, I probably would not be going back since it is quite out of the way. I would recommend you to try it for yourself and judge it on your own, especially on Tuesday's and Wednesday with their $28 pre-fixe special which is a bargain.

    (4)

  • Ida C.

    $26 for a three course dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant? The hell you say! Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, you better believe it baby, this is a true story! It was a crisp fall night, and we decided to walk to Danny's Wine Bar and Bistro from the Forest Hills-71st station. Halloween decorations were out in full force and it was a remarkably unique experience (for us city dwellers) to be strolling through this suburban neighborhood in a "trick or treat" frame of mine on the way to dinner. At a brisk pace, it took about 15 minutes to arrive. Upon entering Danny Brown's I felt amazingly at ease. The dining room is extremely simple with warm lighting, an open kitchen in the back and a charming bar in the front. The crowd is a wonderful blend of every combination imaginable brought together harmoniously by excellent food. As it was a Tuesday evening, we opted for the $26 three course prix fixe. The Michelin nod seems to have boosted popularity as one of the entrees and one of the desserts were already sold out. In both cases, the substitutions were impeccable and represented the best of the restaurant. Clearly, Danny Brown is a classy guy. APPETIZER: My choices were the Roasted Carrot Soup (Caraway Crème Fraîche & Argan) or Mixed Greens, so I chose the soup which was super creamy with a huge portion size. I thought the soup was delicious and I don't even like carrots! It was my first time having argan, and I liked it. I'm not absolutely certain, but I think the soup even had a very slight curry flavor. ENTRÉE: Since the restaurant was out of the Pork Tenderloin, they substituted the Creekstone Farms Black Angus Grilled Hanger Steak & Crispy Frites (Red Wine-Shallot Butter), which is regularly a $25 entree. I believe the other choice was Tagliatelle, which sounded great, but not as great as the steak frites! I was delighted with my decision! That red wine-shallot butter is exquisite! I was trying to soak it up with my steak like lobster with butter. The steak was cooked on the rare side of medium rare, but I really like it. The frites were great as well. DESSERT: The Apple Tart Tartin was finished, so the restaurant substituted the Flourless Chocolate Cake, but I was already emotionally committed to the Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta (Rhubarb Compote) - I love me some panna cotta. This was a little dome with diced rhubarb. The crazy thing was that they made the rhubarb taste exactly like raspberries, only with a completely different texture. My mouth was at once delighted and befuddled! Danny Brown's food was gracefully executed in a gracious and relaxing setting. The service was attentive and pleasant and the food was deceptively simple. All of the food is familiar yet somehow magically exotic. PARTING THOUGHT: I would highly recommend the walk to and from the station if you are traveling by subway and it is not too cold out. It's quite a tranquil stroll in the evening.

    (4)

  • Joseph M.

    Excellent food and service as always. Wife had the Serrano ham croquettes, mushroom risotto and the flourless chocolate cake. I had the brisket ravioli followed by the duck confit (cooked to perfection...moist, tender meat nearly falling off the bone, no knife required! Gorgeous, crispy skin) and the vanilla panna cotta with clementine (normally flavors found in the summer, but was so delicious!) Jayne, our server, was excellent and actually helped me decide by recommending the duck for me. Doug, the maitre d', was accommodating and pleasant. Overall, the finest restaurant in Queens!

    (5)

  • Jackie D.

    Had high expectations. Came with a party of 10, MADE us order off a prefix menu, we could not order off the regular menu due to our large party and they didn't want to slam the kitchen...ok?? I never heard of a restaurant do that but fine.. we had to select off of 3 dishes and 3 apps... we followed their rules but we wanted to order just 1 grande cheese plate for the table and they said no. It was only one dish! and what's the difference between a party of 10 and 5 tables for 2 people? The service was so-so, maybe worth the gratuity but nothing more. Most of my party had the organic chicken dish, a bore. It was just chicken with teriyaki sauce. The calamari salad was a 13 dollar dish worth of beans. Would not go again unless I want to be treated like a kid in kindergarten.

    (1)

  • Meghan M.

    An incredible find in an unexpected neighborhood. The experience at Danny Brown's was awesome from the moment we walked in. We were seated immediately, the environment cozy (snug tables, appropriate lighting) but vibrant (with an open kitchen in the back). Wait staff were great...The owner(?) came by and asked who she had spoken to when my brother-in-law had called to make the reservations. We had water almost instantly upon sitting down. Our main waiter was great...speedy, funny, and had fantastic recommendations. We enjoyed two bottles of wine...One Rose from Spain and then followed it up with a Spanish red. Both were fantastic. The dessert wine flight that we ended with was nice as well (although I could barely finish it if I wanted to walk, and not stumble, out the door). Food-wise, we had a cheese sampler which was off the hook. TheYellowtail/Hamachi carpaccio was excellent as was the steak. I had not one complaint with anything we tried. Yes, Danny Brown's is kind of a pain to get to via public transportation but trust me...Well worth it!

    (5)

  • Steve R.

    Ok dining experience would have been better if the server didn't make is wait 30 minutes in an empty restaurant. Thought about going back but rude service was a good reminder not to.

    (3)

  • Josh H.

    I've had two meals here. One was a 4 star meal. Loved the Chicken Under a Rock. 2nd time, not so much. Both my wife and I thought it was just ok. I will probably go again because the first meal was really great.

    (3)

  • Jen W.

    Danny Brown, I love you! Michelin rated, not sure if I need to say more but... You are my saving grace of Forest Hills. I have mourned and cried over the lack of good, well prepared foods around this neighborhood. Coming from the UWS, I am a spoiled brat of sorts when it comes to restaurants. My foodie addiction has caused me ceaseless sleepless nights. I took my husband and daughter here for dinner the other night and I was not disappointed. We got the homemade gnocchi that my two year old daughter was kind enough to let me try before she devoured it and the brussel sprout salad. The ingredients were fresh and perfectly prepared. The balance of flavors were perfect! We then ordered the roasted skate and a side of roasted organic beets. Again, my daughter left me a forkful of beets at best and the skate was cooked to perfection. This fish was on my husbands top 15 list of good fish. Number one being the Red Snapper at Danielle Bouluds. The dessert was good. Nothing overwhelming but clean and executed well. The service was great and they seemed to be openly nice to my kid. I wouldn't have thought that this place would be kid friendly but I was pleasantly surprised. They were very accommodating. Note: my daughter is generally well behaved in outside settings so I'm not sure if that had anything to do with it. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and this will be one of our main staples for dinner from now. Additional info; the prices (I thought) were reasonable and they had a GREAT wine list.

    (5)

  • Pen O.

    I have been to Danny Brown so many times that I lost count Finally decided to give it a great well deserved review. I live near by and this is the perfect place to enjoy great wine and tapas. Nice, cozy, small place. Great service. Waitress always has a good wine to suggest. Friday and Saturdays can get kind of loud and crazy. More enjoyable on weekdays, still busy, but quieter.

    (5)

  • Richard C.

    Amazing came here with my wife and was blown away. This place def deserves its Michelin award. It is small though but I guess you can call that cozy.

    (5)

  • Elaine M.

    Our first time @ Danny Brown's. We made reservations as advised by fellow Yelpers. Got there @ 7:00pm and was seated promptly. Here's what we had: Red Wine: we each had a glass of red wine. He went with the Cab Sauv while I had the Pinot Noir. Both were good for our wine preferences. Cheese Board Sampler of 3 cheeses. THIS IS A MUST HAVE! To be honest, I do not know the names but we opted for the soft cheeses. The best was the buttery, creamy one (the first named cheese on the list). He had the Duck Confit and I had the Monkfish. For the simplicity of seafood, my Monkfish was delicious. But after tasting his Duck Confit, I must say, his dish was outstanding. Both entrees were delicious in its own way. For dessert: I opted for the Flourless Chocolate cake. It was rich and flavorful. Nicely done. But his Creme Caramel was ridiculously good! So soft and totally yummy. We eneded up swapping desserts--lol. The strong, bold coffee went perfect with the desserts. Service was super attentive and friendly. The ambiance of this place is great for intimate conversations (if you spoke too loud, the table next to you will be part of your conversation). The prices are a bit high for Queens but you're getting quality food and great service.

    (5)

  • Megan H.

    I would like to preface this review by saying my boyfriend and I literally just got home from eating dinner here so the experience is fresh in our minds. I'd give it 3 stars for food but really should be knocked down to a 2.5 for service. We are by no means food snobs. Good food is good food and we appreciate all the hard work that goes into creating not only a quality dish, but a quality dining experience. That being said, don't come to Danny Browns. We had a 6:30 reservation and were running a few minutes late. We called the restaurant to let them know and they assured us it was no problem and thanked us for calling to inform them. Once we arrived, we were escorted to our table and before I even had the chance to take my coat off, the host came over and told us he had another reservation coming in at 830. Now, we have both worked in upscale restaurants and understand it is a business and they want to keep things moving--fine. It was just in poor taste to come over before we had even settled in and tell us that there's essentially a time limit on our dinner. As for the actual meal; good, not great and certainly not Michelin star worthy. We started off with the Serrano ham croquettes and the sweet potato gnudi. Both were decent but left something to be desired and that something was salt. You know it's a bad sign when you have one bite and immediately reach for salt and pepper. The saffron aioli that came with the ham croquettes was the best part. My boyfriend ordered the duck confit which received rave reviews on here. I ordered the butternut squash risotto. The duck was cooked with expertise and style. The pairing of the luscious duck with potatoes and brussels sprouts was a great combination of textures and flavors. The skin was delightfully crispy and the meat tender. However, from a michelin restaurant- more was to be expected. The sauce was dreadfully plain and the potatoes lacked any substantial flavor. As for the butternut squash risotto- way too sweet and nothing to write home about. I also had to add a lot of salt to this dish. The saving grace was the delightful Parmesan crisp garnish. Okay, on to dessert. This was the icing on the un- iced carrot cake. Clearly, We went with the rum raisin carrot cake with cream cheese mousse. Honestly, save your money and hit up a local diner for some carrot cake instead. It was tiny, dry and barely had any cream cheese mousse on it. We wanted to like this place, we really did, but it fell short. Maybe our expectations were too high given the Michelin star rating or maybe they were just having an off night. Give it a try for yourself but as for us- we will not be coming back to Danny browns.

    (3)

  • Col K.

    I really enjoyed my meal here. I'm a tapas girl so when I read the reviews for Danny Brown's, I was eager to try. The small meat and cheese board was great and perfect for 2 people. Overall, it was a really good meal. Our waitress was lovely as well.

    (4)

  • RP B.

    Definitely makes me proud to live in Queens, Oh Danny Brown! Great atmosphere, has a nice conversation buzz. Go on a weekday if you are looking for a quiet dinner because Fridays and Saturdays are booked! I'd advise on calling ahead to RSVP or at least get an idea of how busy they are. My husband and I are working our way down through the menu but we love the following: 1) Brussel Sprout Salad- the figs are amazing and so is the cheese, nice complement 2) Beet Salad- yum! this is my favorite. earthy and sweet. Love the goat cheese. 3) White Beans with Squid- a heartier appetizer, I thought but still delicious. 4) Chicken Under a Brick- a must! We always have difficulty trying two new mains because one of us always has to order this. 5) Any of their fish- perfectly cooked. a nice lighter option if you're not that hungry or are looking for a cleaner taste 6) Try their meat and cheeses!! Grab some foodie friends and go here so you can enjoy it all. My husband liked the Panna Cotta but it just wasn't my thing. The deserts weren't out of this world. I'd say order an app and skip the desert. Great selection of wines too! Service was always stellar.

    (5)

  • Kristina J.

    The food, ambiance and wine selection is fabulous! Can't wait to find a good reason to go back again

    (5)

  • Bartholomew C.

    That it took me 3 years to return to Danny Brown after my first dining experience there should not be interpreted as an indication of a sub-par restaurant but rather a monumental testament to my own stupidity. I could have been enjoying the most amazing dishes all this time but instead I slogged through mediocre restaurant row on nearby Austin street. Danny Brown, simply put, is the best restaurant in Queens.

    (5)

  • Heejoon P.

    Nice atmosphere, good wait staff and great ownership. I would come back.

    (4)

  • Richie S.

    Greattttttt food

    (5)

  • Danielle S.

    Ate at DBWK for my husbands birthday. We shared a small meat and cheese board and while pricey, it was my favorite part of the meal. My husbands hanger steak was melt in your mouth delicious the second favorite of the meal. My pollock was really good but the salad was just okay. The board and steak earned the 5 star review alone. Everything was above average but these two dishes alone will have us coming back for more.

    (5)

  • Christopher L.

    I would love to give this restaurant a 4 or 5 star review but I'm going to try and be realistic about my experience here. After reading all the raving reviews, I decided to make reservations to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday here since she does like wine. This was on a Wednesday night at 8pm dinner for two and when I arrived, the restaurant was busy and my table was ready immediately which was impressive. As we were ushered to our table, I took in how small the restaurant really was which gave it a cozy, welcoming, romantic atmosphere about it. I also noticed how small the tables were too and figured they had to go that route do to the small dining estate available. Our table unfortunately was against the wall in the corner next to the bathroom which I didn't realize until I had to go. I was able to get out of my seat and literally take two step to the bathroom door at the end of dinner. Not much I could do due to a packed restaurant and there was no smell or patrons crowding me while waiting for the restroom. Our server was very friendly, polite and patient as we were trying to figure out what to drink. My girlfriend chose the calamari from the small plate section, chicken under a brick from the big plate section and I selected the duck. For wine we had a bottle of 2010 Belleruche Cotes de Rhone which was a very good red. The calamari was fantastic and unique, never had it with white beans and it worked very well. I absolutely loved the Duck Contif! I was at a loss of words with the flavor and how the meat just came off the bone. There was a bed of beets which tasted like it was pickled balanced out the savory duck. This is a dish that everybody raved about here on Yelp and yes, it's true. The chicken under a brick was a different story. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the skin had such flavor but the meat itself was a bit bland. Yes it's organic but I guess we felt for the price, there wasn't much that impressed us and didn't feel worthy of a michelin star...maybe we were being too critical but it was a good dish all in all. Time for dessert. I had the poached pear and she had the crepe with raspberry. DO TRY the poached pear. She said my eyes rolled behind my head after the first bite. She tried it and was equally impressed! I would suggest you pass on the crepe with raspberry. The crepe I don't believe are freshly made upon order and I could taste that. If it were freshly made, I think I would have liked it. So, I felt that I had a very good experience and it was A-OK (Very Good) in my opinion. I know I'll be back but not a 4 star I'm a fan kind of way. I would suggest that you try it out also as it won't disappoint but certain dishes just won't wow you either. If it's just a couple dining, be ready to learn how to organize and shuffle things around on your table to make space for everything and try not to get the back right table in the front room. One more thing, it's pretty dim in there with just one little tea light on your table.

    (3)

  • Edger E.

    I have been going to Danny Brown since they first opened. (my best friend lives in Forest Hills). I guess they have been rated with one Michelin Star for couple of years. Anyway. I dine here probably more than 50 times trough out the years. They did not even failed ones. Great food and wine menu. Recommended.

    (5)

  • Joan R.

    Oh Danny Brown, your Michelin star is well- deserved. Ever since I became a fan of Top Chef (some years ago), I've watched talented chefs speak in awe of a Michelin star as if it was the holy grail of the culinary world. It's a renowned title/award and I believe you can taste the prestige in the food. My boyfriend brought me here to for our anniversary and I cannot think of a better way to celebrate our time together than with fantastic food. Tip: MAKE A RESERVATION!! When we arrived it seemed like they wouldn't have let us in if we didn't have a reservation. Ambiance: A- It's a pleasant interior; clean and classic looking. The restaurant is very small and cramped; the seating was so close together. I'm lucky I'm petite because I literally had to squeeze in between tables to get out from my seat to the restroom. It's kind of awkward to have your ass in people's faces as they attempt to eat. Service: A+ Friendly, polite, and considerate waitstaff. Our waiter was very knowledgeable abut the food and offered suggestions. We received our food and check in good time and really didn't have to wait to long for anything. Great service!\ Food: A++++++++++ The food was AMAZING. The Grilled Calamari (with white beans, arugula, and rosemary) was the best I've ever had. I was a little skeptical of getting calamari (many past experiences were mediocre or disappointing), however this was superb. The meat was very tender, not rubbery or overly toothsome at all, it was perfect. The char on the grilled calamari enhanced the flavor (it had a fantastic marinade) and gave it a nice smoky depth. The white beans and arugula were great as well and I couldn't hep but munch on them. The duck confit with the moulard duck on top of a bed of organic red beets was phenomenal. It was tender succulent meat with great flavors. Every bite was like a gift to my mouth. The skin was crispy, rich and fatty. The beets were fresh and yummy. The duck confit was an intense foodgasm experience. I ate everything on my plate (which is quite a feat for me) and was tempted to lick it clean. The bf got the organic chicken under a brick. The skin was rich and crisp and the meat was moist and tender. It wasn't as flavorful as the duck, but it was still a great dish. The flour less chocolate cake was a wonderful desert to end a wonderful meal. It was very delicious and it wasn't overly sweet. I definitely want to come back here for another fantastic feast. It's worth the long and bumpy car ride from long island to queens.

    (5)

  • Ivy C.

    Definitely would go again. Made reservations the day before (they were already starting to fill up) and they were able to seat my four friends and I at a nice table. Went on a Tuesday when they had their $28 prix fixe menu. Food was really good (salad was refreshing, entree was REALLY GOOD, dessert was interesting but not my favorite). My friends all loved the food. The restaurant is a wee bit pricey (for me anyway, still in grad school lol), but the $28 prix fixe is a great deal. I'd definitely go back there with my boyfriend for a nice romantic dinner. Fair warning though, it gets loud but I actually prefer that.

    (4)

  • Andrew F.

    really good, but not great for the price.

    (3)

  • Cookie M.

    Tried this local place and was initially excited. I really like the clean open space and lightning, everything was very clean. NICE ROOM. The energy in the place isn't friendly or warm but organized. Service was fine for the most part. I ordered the chicken bc it seems the waiter thought it was the thing they do best. Also ordered the tuscan soup, not my favorite but it was warm and comforting. Chicken entree was "meh", peruvian chicken is so much more flavorful, however it was fine. The real disappointment were the desserts...nothing special. The flourless chocolate cake which I feel is impossible to really mess up on, didn't live up to my expectations. The panna cotta was much better but it is panna cotta after all, not very exciting. We might try them again but it won't be for a while since it was pricey for what it was. Honestly, I pay similar prices in the city at some of my favorite places. I wish this neighborhood didn't have so many average.. ..ok... places and attracted some truly amazing food.

    (2)

  • Jay K.

    RUN don't walk here. Some of the best food I have ever tasted in New York and THE finest in Queens.

    (5)

  • Rajeev C.

    excellent food. friendly, knowledgeable staff. will go again

    (5)

  • Dana P.

    Without its Michelin Star, my expectation would have been lower and this would be a 3 star review (it's actually a 2 1/2 star review- you know). But considering that this is supposed to be one of the top 50 restaurants in NYC (since only 46 have any stars) I was very disappointed. First the good- The cheese and meat plates were very nice. By themselves, probably 4 stars. But when you're essentially plating cold cuts and cutting pieces of cheese you don't deserve the lion's share of the credit. Their liver and pate were above average but the least enjoyable items on the plate. The service was extremely attentive. I actually would have preferred to be left alone a bit more but the service was undeniably excellent. The wine selection is excellent. A lot of newer restaurants are starting to stock only sub $100 bottles which I love because you aren't slobbering over outrageously expensive vintages you'll never buy. We had a ~$50 bottle of Sancerre and it was delicious. The general manager was extremely helpful and nice. And the bad- The app's and entrees were basically inedible. The ham croquettes didn't taste like ham but did taste like something you'd cook yourself from the frozen food section. The risotto was incredibly sweet, not at all enjoyable. The burger was decent but cried out for ketchup, not a good sign. And the french fries were absolutely disgusting, cold and full of oil. Finally, the gnudi was again frozen food quality and the sauce was too rich and boring. We left 1/2 this food on the table even though we were still hungry and went home and ate the rest of the cheese from the platter which we had mistakenly asked them to pack up mid-meal to save room for the rest of the food. Very minor gripe but the takeout container sucked. The meal was pretty expensive, over $200 for 3 people with one bottle of wine. For comparison, my two current favorite nearby restaurants, Traif and Northeast Kingdom, would be closer to $150 for much better food. Oh yeah, and I think Danny's mom served us flat and warm Pellegrino. Don't even ask but it was weird.

    (2)

  • Dee S.

    So nice to have a special occasion restaurant in Forest Hills that lives up to the hype!!! We came for my birthday after I dropped hint after hint to my boyfriend about this place. We shared the sweet potato gnudi, and each ordered an appetizer and a glass of wine. The gnudi was delicious!!! Flavors knocked our socks off, and boy was it tender. I had the chicken cooked under a brick, which was succulent and crispy and served atop a rich bed of escarole and rosemary potatoes in gravy. It was wonderful! My boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed his steak frites- the meat was tender and delicious. Would love to try their desserts and tapas sometime, but we had homemade birthday cake at home so we restrained ourselves. Considering the quality of the food, $85 (after tax, before tip), for an appetizer, 2 entrees, and 2 glasses of wine is a total steal.

    (5)

  • Pat D.

    So ny mom is turning 69, and my niece and her hubby are visiting from Spain. Naturally I want to go somewhere that I love and that I know will impress, even in the middle of the week. So we go to Danny's. It did not disappoint! The small board with imported and lovely cheeses and meats were just enough to taste and not spoil room for dinner. The best was the wine pairings suggested with each course per my request because I wanted to have everyone experience how wonderful that could be. ..and it was delish and perfect, from the pasta with truffle essence,to the lovely dessert wine to finish our meal, compliments of Danny himself. Theres nothing better than beautiful and tasty pairings of wine, food, ambience,and SERVICE when you have to gave a perfect night out. Thank you to Danny, and your whole crew, we will certainly be back a third time!

    (5)

  • The Daily Special s.

    Wife and I along with friends have gone back to Danny Brown's. Great food, great wine, great selection, great service!! The food was delicious and the wine went down smoothly! I highly recommend this place. It remains high on my list for local great eats!

    (5)

  • Jeffrey B.

    Hands down the most enjoyable place to go for dinner. We go when we are in the mood for a casual dinner. We go for birthdays and anniversaries. We go whenever I am in the mood for a great blue cheese stuffed olive for my martini. Reservations are recommended. The one tip I can give is go on weekdays. It is less crowded and quieter. Although I must say that the food is superb all the time. They never slip even when packed. Recommended dishes: Brick chicken, hamburger, brick chicken, skate, home made gnocchi (a special sometimes offered,) brick chicken, flank steak, brick chicken, charcuterie boards, brick chicken. In case you haven't figured it out yet, Danny makes the best chicken I have ever eaten. If you never eat chicken out because you eat it all the time, this is the place to order it, I promise you won't regret it.

    (5)

  • Juan F.

    Gave Danny Brown a second chance for last minute dinner plans. Here's the bottom line. Portions are tiny, everything is WAY overpriced, and the food is just good NOT great. Yelp should give this place 4 dollar signs in terms of price. My entire dessert fit on 1 spoon... for 9 bucks, and it wasn't even good.

    (2)

  • Charles P.

    This is the best restaurant in Queens. If you haven't been here yet, come now!!! Everything on the menu is absolutely delicious, and I mean everything.

    (5)

  • Cindy Z.

    I am so happy that Danny Brown received a Michellin star! Yay for the queens dinning scene. But seriously I am not surprised. I've only gone there for their wine and have gotten some appetizers at the bar. The bartender was very friendly and all of their wines are top notch. The few appetizers i had were delicious and I still can't believe food of such standard exists in queens. Don't get me wrong i LOVE to eat in queens but i haven't seen anything this good in the contemporary european genre. So i am very happy for Danny Brown and Queens and I am looking forward to having a complete meal there.

    (5)

  • Q D.

    This is a very lovely establishment that I've been to twice. The first time was on a Monday or Tuesday night with a group of friends (6 of us). The first thing that struck me when we walked in was the ambience. This place has a simple, warm elegance to it. It's perfect for dates. If you want to put a label on me, I suppose I'm technically a pescetarian, though I eat fish only once in a while, so the only times I've eaten here, their menu didn't offer much variety for me (I didn't want to eat fish on those days). Both times I had the wild mushroom risotto. It's probably the best risotto I've ever had, so creamy and full of flavor and texture from the mushrooms and parmesan garnish. I liked the panna cotta - it's simple and not really sweet, and I liked the tanginess of the orange sauce. It's not a dessert for those with a strong sweet tooth, that's for sure. The second time I've been here was for my birthday. My boyfriend and I skipped dessert and enjoyed instead the small cheese board (we're kind of obsessed with cheese). We probably should have gotten the large board, but oh well. We decided on the Bûcheron, Idiazabal, and good ol' Parmigiano-Reggiano. Man...let's just say we cleaned that board up in no time! Idiazabal was my favorite. The risotto didn't fail again, and I had a happy, quiet birthday in this beautiful, intimate restaurant. Looking at their menu, it seems to have changed with the season/availability of foods, and would love to try some of their newer/updated dishes at some point.

    (4)

  • F. O.

    George was a great bartender, very friendly, knowledgable, and descriptive when describing wines. The ambience was great cozy and sophisticated, no stuffiness detected here. If you're indecisive about wines to sip then definitely go for the great wine flight.

    (4)

  • S L.

    I came here for dinner last night and it was hands down one of the best dining experiences I have ever had! Top notch service, amazing food, extensive wine list, and a warm and intimate ambiance. What more could you ask for? For the starter, I had the yellowtail carpacchio which was omg complete awesomeness! I'm still daydreaming about it. For my entree, I had the special of the day, which was a veal dish. It wasn't just any old regular veal though. It was like the filet mignon of veal, which was absolutely amazing. The veal melted in my mouth. For dessert, we split the banana's foster crepe, which was yummy warm goodness. We also got one of the dessert wine flights to top off the evening. so if you're looking for a fabulous dining experience with great food and service, come to queens and head to danny brown. you won't be disappointed. it's the type of place where you want to go all out because everything is just so damn good!

    (5)

  • Lily B.

    This is a restaurant that others should aspire to. Great food (creative, original, fresh, local) in a warm, comfortable, inviting atmosphere. It's not fancy and doesn't try to be. Just good food that is worth the price and the reservation it will require. This is the place I would take the in-laws, out-of town guests or a good friend for a glass of wine at the bar.

    (5)

  • Michael P.

    Excellent. I had wanted to go for over a year and finally made it! Worth the wait! The Kew Gardens/Forest Hills area is continuing to impress me lately with it's culinary outposts and Danny Brown's is leading the pack. We started with the small board of cheeses and meats for our party of 3.....3 cheeses/3 meats, 2 kinds of baguette, cornichons, fig spread, whole grain mustard.....what a start!!! The Serrano Ham,Bresaola and House made Chicken Liver Pate'.....Manchego, Taleggio and the capper for me.....the Pierre Robert! Oh man I really don't go for bries and soft cheeses but I'm a changed man! Triple Cream shotgun blast to the taste buds! The server had to wrestle the rind away from us!!! JEEBUS!! We did 3 small plates to follow: Salmon Tartare, Sauteed Shrimp and the Risotto Pancake...all SPOT ON. Seriously, the Salmon Tartare was the standout, I could have ate the plate along with it.....amazing. Dessert....we had to at this point.......2 words.....PANNA COTTA. Do it and do it now. Texture and taste to perfection. The wine list was extensive and well thought out......you know what I appreciate? When you ask a server for a wine recommendation and they don't feel they can help you best.....they politely excuse themselves and say, "let me ask someone who can really help here".....perfect answer! I hate it when someone who can't help and knows it.......tries anyway resulting in awkwardness you can taste! Instead, the house mama-san wine guruess (Danny Brown's Mom I think!) comes over and starts doing samples! What a sweetypants! So helpful! The Palmer Vineyards Cabernet-Franc was COSMIC. We'll be back with the quickness Danny Brown. You bet your culinary ass on it!

    (4)

  • Seren C.

    I went here last night for a nice, romantic date. Reservations are a must, as this restaurant is a very popular stop for many bulging wallets in the area. I felt as if I was at a cozy, chic Manhattan restaurant the entire time (and I had to drive all of 3 minutes to get here!!). The decor is fabulous: dim lighting, well appointed and arranged tables and place settings, a nice bar area and an open-style kitchen in the very back (they have nothing to hide, they have an excellent chef on hand). I decided to order small plates instead of 2 dinners. You may look at the menu on their website to see exactly what I am referring to. We had the salmon tartar plate, shrimp plate, "pancake" plate, and calamari plate. A bottle of Pelligrino and 2 glasses of Red Rock merlot for drinks. For dessert, we had the flourless chocolate cake that one of the previous posters had mentioned. It was actually a cupcake (not muffin!) shaped brownie on a huge plate, but it was very tastey anyway. The service and presentation were excellent. They lived up to everything I had expected for the evening and made it a perfect experience. For everything I mentioned above, our bill came out to $86 before tip. I highly recommend Danny Brown to anyone thinking of a romantic date in the Rego Park, Forest Hills area of Queens. ENJOY!!

    (5)

  • Rachel B.

    I tried this place with my husband after receiving a gift certificate for my birthday. The food was great and the ambiance is very nice. It is a more upscale place than most others in the area. It can get very busy so I would suggest a reservation.

    (5)

  • Julie K.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC by far. I've been coming here since it opened and have been here at least 20 times (so I'm really not sure why I haven't reviewed it yet...) and each time the food gets better. The service is wonderful as well, very friendly and not overbearing. Plus the space is nice -- low lit, romantic, with comfortable plush banquets and the chef's grandfather's art on the walls. I came last night with my parents and brother and got to sample some favorites and a few new things too. Here's what we tried: - Soft-shell crayfish appetizer on special: yum yum yum oh man yum! This was served with razor clams (out of the shell) and a butter sauce. Definitely check this out if it's on the menu when you go. - Calamari and white beans: I think this has been on the menu since this place opened and we love it. Calamari is always tender and the beans are yummy. - Mackerel tartare: light and refreshing, love this. - Cod: Very good, there was a sauce on the bottom with capers mixed in and some veg. Nice light dish. - Steak frites (hangar steak): This is what I order every time I come here. One of my favorite dishes ever. (Ask for some saffron aioli to dip your fries in.) - Mascarpone cheesecake: not my favorite cheesecake of all time but pretty good. - Espresso creme brulee: loved this. Good coffee flavor and not too sweet. ++ a bottle of Soave and a glass of armagnac to round out the night. Definitely worth checking this place out if you're in the area and worth the trip out to Forest Hills.

    (5)

  • Julie G.

    Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! You just can't get any better. Reservations a must on Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

    (5)

  • D R.

    One of my top 5 favorite Forest Hills restaurants! My favorite for a nice quiet dinner with the wife. Terrific food, wines, service and atmosphere. This is a restaurant foodies will love, Forest Hills Haute Cuisine indeed ... I like the Wine Flights too! Make a reservation. Leave the kids at home.

    (5)

  • Mel G.

    Dinner was wonderful. We went simple and ordered the salmon and flank steak and they were both great. We also ordered wine flights, which were well selected and priced -- something different and fun. My one con is that we sat next to the LOUDEST young woman who was trying to impress her future in-laws. Because space is at a premium here, she was practically sitting on our laps. It was really hard to concentrate on our conversation, but after the flights we didn't really care much. Definitely going to try the brunch! Oh, make a reservation!

    (4)

  • b j.

    Love this place! Fantastic food, wonderful wines, excellent service. I crave the cheeseboard and soups - they draw me back everytime. If your looking for a place that is detail oriented and is a foodie paradise - a very hard thing to find in Queens where most food is done by rote - this is the place. Regardless of where you sit, the staff is attentive and knowledgable. If the restaraunt is crowed, sit at the bar and eat - very fun. Remember to make reservations - and try the cheeseboard - it's awesome.

    (5)

  • Junk T.

    Let's start with the decor. So nice and so tasteful. It's really cozy feeling with a dark wood bar and enormous wine rack, but at the same time very modern with an open kitchen at the back of the restaurant. Their menu isn't to extensive but that is a great thing in this case. They have a very clear idea of who they are, offering both small plates and full size entrees along with an amazing selections of wines from around the world. I love the steak frites. I know, kind of common, but a truly great dish. They always prepare and display beautifully. The steak is delicious. Also try the cheese boards, that you can pick and choose from along with a great pate. The waiters and waitresses are always very knowledgeable about the menu and wines and extremely attentive. The owners come by the table to check up on you and more often than not bring you a free tasting of one of their favorite wines. The hostess, Audrey, is also an absolute delight. If your in the Forest Hills area and on a date, get off the main strip of Austin street and head down to Metropolitan avenue to check this place out. Believe me when I tell you that it's your loss if you don't. BUT you better have a reservation. I'm not kidding. Especially on the weekend. You won't get in. More places in FH should follow Danny Brown's lead.

    (5)

  • Stephen C.

    First, I had a great time! I was wondering around my neighborhood shopping, I was hungry and couldn't have walked into a better place. So, to the Chef and staff, "thank you." But wait, "why the four stars?" The food, wine and table service was great. I thought the menu was thoughtful in many ways. And for those who love a good glass of wine, this place has one or two you may like. But, I still only gave it "Four Stars." You see, four stars to me is a place I could eat in everyday. Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen is a "you have no excuses to try" kind of place: the price is right, the portions vary so if your hungry you can eat and if your not, you can nibble. They have selection, style and range (you know, the creative range). Really this place has it all and I could do it every day. So enjoy some good food and wine, bring a date or friends because it's definitely a place worth trying.

    (4)

  • Adam S.

    No question, the best restaurant in Forest Hills...maybe even Queens. The menu is innovative, the wine list is superb and the staff is among the friendliest in Forest Hills. The chicken 'under the brick' is the juiciest piece of white meat you'll ever have!! They were recently awarded a Michelin star and rightfully so! You will not be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Nell A.

    My siblings and I took our mami here for her birthday; where do I start: the service - incredible. We were a chatty table and took forever to order and we were never rushed. FInally when we did order our servers were so attentive that before asking they knew we were sharing everything we were going to order and served us with extra plates; took plates as they became empty and were so very patient when we were indecisive on what to order next. Now the food. YUMMY.. we only had appetizers and they were delicious. It was fresh and well cooked. Dessert. It was ALL good - the chocolate cake, Panna Cote, the apple tarte... All heavenly.

    (5)

  • Lani N.

    Danny Brown, an excellent fusion of French, Italian, and American food! We started with some red wine and tray of cheeses & meats. Don't ask me what any of them were because I won't be able to tell you. I can tell you that one tasted like bleu cheese, but only stronger, very intense. It tasted good though with a little fruit spread and bread. My favorites were the brie and goat milk cheese. I highly recommend eating them with a little balsamic vinegar. After the appetizers, we were already full, but the food was so good we made it through to dessert. The entrees were fantastic. Everyone loved their food. A couple ordered steak, one ordered fish, another ordered a burger, and others ordered pork chops. I ordered the handmade pasta with baked tomato sauce and arugula. Absolutely wonderful. The texture and taste... so right! I stole a bunch of fries from my boyfriend because they were delicious, and he didn't mind because his burger was ridiculous. Ridiculous as in huge. I'm not in Forest Hills too often, but I would definitely want to come back for a dinner at Danny Brown.

    (5)

  • Lisa B.

    Everyone has got to eat here. Period. Organic chicken... Period

    (5)

  • purvin l.

    Really nice romantic spot to take your wife or girl friend. I took my wife here for Valentines day. The staff is very good and know their wines really well and have great recommendations for the dish you choose. They have a great cheese/ meat selection as well for starters. For my main course I ordered the steak which was very juicy and grilled perfectly. My wife and I love this place and so will you. Do call in advance and make reservations. This place is a bit small and they do get packed especially on the weekends.

    (5)

  • Elchi A.

    I had reserved a table for my birthday for 6. When we arrived the general manager sat us by the entrance and stood her ground that she tells every phone reservation that her big parties sit by the entrance. I was embarrassed in front of my guests and she was speaking loud meaning that danny brown is well known restaurant and does not care about my likes or dislikes. She could not care less if we stayed or left and we did not feel welcome at all. They lost my business.

    (2)

  • Mike C.

    Charming & cozy neighborhood restaurant, worth a trip from the Austin St./Station Square area to a more low-key block on Metropolitan Ave. Reliable & delicious, with generous portions of American comfort food, and some French favorites. Good wine selection. Ideal for a nice, low-key evening in Forest Hills.

    (4)

  • Erica S.

    Everything was delightful. We had a big party so we had a price-fixe meal but I tried everything and nothing was bad. They didn't complain that we moved around a lot, and helped sing happy birthday. When the restaurant had emptied out and we were the last ones there, Danny came up to say hello. I really great place in a surprising location-- completely worth the trip.

    (5)

  • D W.

    Frustrating experience - A cool, local restraunt with very good food that falls prey to the 'less in more' approach towards their menu. The pretentious thought that the smaller the size of the portions the better the food must be and thus the 'more' it should cost. I'm not a fan of HUGE portions but I'm also very aware of when a place is trying to stretch the customers by serving the fabled 'haute cuisine' style portion - ie: huge plate with some decorative splash's and that embarrasingly small amount of food in the middle that tells me 'we value OUR profit over your dining satisfaction. What set me off? This weekends 'date night' with my wife - A great evenings special of a very small cut of grilled salmon ( from Scotland no less ) on a small bed of lentil for 29$ - A quick WTF laugh between us and we went on with the meal. My wife got the 'small plate' of braised beef ravioli for 15$ which consisted of 4 very small ravioli with shaved parmesean on top. She loved it but again.....a laugh between us covered our growing issue. Then the desert. We decided to share the flowerless chocolate cake with chocolate covered peanuts....out comes a large plate with a very small round cake on one side, a line of something dribbled across the middle and then - ONE small peanut on the other side of the plate. We were so shocked at the presentation I kiddingly pretended to 'beg' the waiter for another small peanut......so we could each have one rather than having to cut the ONE small peanut in half.....( oh yeah,,,,,we did find another even smaller ( tiny ) peanut in the cakes center. The cake was delicious but come on.......how stupid can it get. I GET the concept of fine dining and have eaten at some very fine places. This particular moment 'took the cake' so to speak. We won't be back. Oh yeah,,,,,and the wait-staff? Very good but I had to ask for appetizer- bread before the meal and they were all walking around in jeans like it they were at a bowling alley. McDonalds has their staff in better dress.

    (3)

  • Kimberly S.

    I use to live in Forest Hills and now I live in Kew Gardens and am always looking for great dining options. I cant beleive I never heard about this place until recently. Well I must say I was very disappointed. The food was not bad, but was just mediocre. This place was ok for Queens, but I was looking for that Michellin Star quality. The service was pretty good,. The waitress was very knowledgable. The wine options were solid. That was probably the best part of the meal. They were sold out of the Duck, so we had the pork instead. That was ok. Appetizers just average. Again it wasnt bad, but I was expecting a lot more. I probably will not be back for a while.

    (3)

  • Matthew G.

    Can't say much else than what others have said. Hands down the best restaurant in the area. Pretty much perfect every time. Best hanger steak I've ever had. Excellent quality meats. Grilled calamari appetizer is incredible. Very lucky to have this place in the restaurant desert of Forest Hills.

    (5)

  • Anvy N.

    made reservations for a Sunday brunch .. we actually had 2 different ppl come to our table and I was confused as to who was supposed to take my order as they both came at different times to describe the special and ask what we were interested in .. I think I read a review somewhere here that this happened to another patron and his order never came .. I made sure to let them both know what we had ordered! we had the bread basket which was somewhat tasty but did not taste freshly baked or out of the oven .. will skip that next time .. the macaroni and cheese with truffle oil and serrano ham was delicious, but after a few bites, the truffle essence was strong and overwhelming .. this could be a dish to share but would be too much for me to eat alone.. the salmon eggs benedict was delicious .. no complaints at all .. the potatoes were perfectly crispy and seasoned .. we ordered the croque madame and realized that we were already too full by the mac and cheese and eggs benedict .. the fries were delicious .. perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and also seasoned with the perfect amount of salt .. the sandwich itself was just ok .. the ham wasn't smoky or sweet or anything different than just a thick slice of ham ... the applewood bacon was nothing special whatsoever and completely pales in comparison to the applewood bacon at Foreign Cinema in SF .. next time I'll skip on the bacon and the croque monsieur/madame ..

    (4)

  • P L.

    It feels like a small french bistro. Cool vibe. Loud and crowded but still felt intimate. Food was very good, i wouldnt say best i ever had, but very good. Service was great and attentive. Large wine selections and full bar. Their sommelier was a friendly lady. Not sure if that is her actual title or not, but she knew her wines. Didn't care for the apple tart dessert. Too sour for my taste. The calamari salad was awesome.

    (4)

  • Marina G.

    This is my other favorite restaurant in Forest Hills. Danny Brown's is fab. Their location is a bit off but they're always full. Most recently I came in on a Saturday night and someone didn't show for their reservation so we got their table...so I suggest you make one. We had some wine, the calamari appetizer and the warm goat cheese salad. The we had the steak, the skate and they had a swordfish special. All were tasty but the steak w/fries and skate were better than the swordfish. We had the panna cotta and tarte tatin for dessert with coffee. All the food was excellent. I think this is probably the highest quality food and best tasty in the area...the prices are high for the area as well. The prices match the food and if it were in Manhattan no one would think twice about it...but I'm happy it's in Forest Hills instead. I've been here before and had the cheese board, poached pears and some other dished off the menu which were great too. The place is somewhat small but cute and has an open kitchen so you can have a peek at what goes on. Has a nice long bar as well with many, many wonderful wines. Check it out, you'll come back for more

    (5)

  • Amy H.

    A great find in Forest Hills. Excellent from soup to nuts. Friendly staff, excellent food, and excellent ambience (even if it is a bit cramped). I love watching the staff in the open kitchen. Make sure to make reservations on a Saturday night as it can get crowded fast. I can't wait to come for just some wine and a cheese board.

    (5)

  • E. E.

    Wow is all I have to say. I can't believe I haven't been here sooner. Love the atmosphere, decor, the food; everything is fabulous. The owner, Danny, and his mother are such nice people - and they are adamant about making sure that customers enjoy their food and wine. I remember sharing the cheese board- I've never been a lover of cheese or very adventurous with trying cheeses, but I thoroughly enjoyed the selection. I had one of the steaks - no complaints. It was cooked perfectly and was delicious. As Danny's mother had mentioned, the bottle of wine we chose was even better with our meals than alone - she was absolutely right. The two were perfectly complemented. Also tried the espresso creme brulee - fantastic. Can't wait to come back - but the place fills up quickly, so it's best to make a reservation.

    (5)

  • Lana K.

    It has all really been said already, so I will make it short. Very romantic, very good food, great wine, do the wine flights; they are fun, love the cheese plates!, the rissotto, love the panna cotta, love the wine, love the place. Make a reservation, expect to pay around $100 per couple if you are doing an appetizer and the wine bottle thing, and you should ....

    (5)

  • Judy C.

    I came here last night. This is my second time here and Chef Brown never fails at pleasing me and my family. On Tuesdays there's a pre-fixe 3 course meal for $26. I got the skate on top of buttered broccoli rabe. It was superb! The fish wasn't fishy but buttery and flaky and the rabe was sauteed to perfection and not overdone. Sone rabes that are overdone has that stong pungent taste, but not the ones I had. The kitchen is completely open so you can see the chefs prepare your food. You would think a place like this is not kid friendly, but they're so attentive to all their customers even the little ones. My soon-to-be neice is a picky eater and they cater to her needs all the time. If she wants Play-doh on a plate sprinkled with pepper, the restaurant will get her exactly that. Also, my niece adores talking to the chef even when it is busy, and he never seems to get annoyed or distracted; he's capable of carrying on a long 15 minute conversation (that's how much my niece talks!) while preparing patrons' food and getting it out on time! This place is a hidden jewel in Forest Hills.

    (5)

  • Katy O.

    Yum yum yum!! Love the beet and goat cheese salad, calamari with white beans, cheese tasting tray, wine flights,steak frites, pork loin... Everything we've tried is delicious. We've never had room for dessert. Awesome Napa Valley atmosphere smack in the middle of Queens. Perfect for a special date night!!

    (5)

  • M E.

    Very good food. Good, affordable wine list. The level of service is superb. The staff is attentive, accommodating and friendly. It's not a fake franchise scripted friendly, but genuine. You feel welcome. The portions on the entrees are a little small, so ordering a side dish is recommended if you have a bigger appetite. The tasting boards are a great start to a meal. This is a special jewel in the neighborhood

    (5)

  • Maiko S.

    As the Large Board of cured meats and cheese was placed in front of me at my table I thought I had died and gone to heaven. The platter was almost too pretty to eat. But my appetite got the better of me and before I knew it I was devouring the mouth watering sampler. The Cremeux de Bourgogne (cow's milk) and Bûcheron (goat's milk): both soft and creamy, absolutely delicious. The Valdeon: the semi soft blue cheese from Spain, out of this world. The Serrano ham was perfectly cured and the country style pork pate? A pure delight. All of this with unlimited supply of baguette & walnut-cranberry raisin bread. Our white wine, Sancerre, Domaine Sylvain Bailly, Loire Valley which was recommended to us by our very pleasant waitress was sweet and fruity, a nice match to the bold taste of the cheese and meats. For main I ordered the Tagliatelle Bolognese. The creamy tomato sauce with beef and veal was good but not great. My date's porter house steak (the evening's special): Juicy. Tender. Delicious. Best steak I've had in a long time. For dessert we had the flourless chocolate cake. It wasn't as rich as I had anticipated but it wasn't bad. My friend's espresso creme brulee was better. The restaurant is small and intimate, darkly lit with candles on each table. A great place for date night. A true gem in the heart of Metropolitan Avenue in Forest Hills. A must for anyone living in Queens. Or anywhere else for that matter. The experience is truly worth the trip.

    (5)

  • Mr S.

    Not just great food and a seasonal menu, but the service is outstanding. They really treat their customers like clients.

    (5)

  • p n.

    Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Incredible wine selection. Amazingly delicious food. Warm, inviting environment. I cannot say enough good things about this place, and what a joy to have something so wonderful right here in Queens.

    (5)

  • Lauren L.

    The risotto here is outrageously good. Like insanely good. It gets packed quickly even during the weeknights, but well worth the wait. It's an amazing restaurant in the area, and for all of you who won't venture to the outer boroughs, DB was award a Michelin star. Seriously. Go. There. Now.

    (5)

  • Vincent L.

    Manhattan style bistro in FoHo. very nice place! great food

    (5)

  • Renovation T.

    So good! Expensive, but so good! Brussels sprouts from heaven.

    (5)

  • Jay A.

    Excellent food and service! Reminds me of a Manhattan eatery. We love the calamari and bean appetizer and the pork...OMG!! Like butter. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Love it!

    (5)

  • Oliver M.

    great food and great staff....oddly enough the burger they have is awesome. the grilled calamari and chocolate cake are a must have

    (5)

  • Shelby C.

    Wonderful warm and delicious! Perfect food, service and atmosphere. Had lunch here with friends and it was outstanding. Everything was so fresh with an original twist. Worth a drive. Will be back!

    (5)

  • Vincent C.

    The Sautéed Skate, Grilled Hanger Steak, and a bottle of Rosé at Danny Brown is a good night.

    (4)

  • H N.

    My husband & I love this place- definitely our fav restaurant in forest hills. Too bad it's on Metropolitan and not austin street. Paperdelle is great, and we absolutely love the sauteed shrimp appetizer. They usually also have a great special for the night. The weekend bartender is absolutely fantastic- very knowledgeable about wine and always gives us a great rec. What I love about this place is they will always give you a taste of your wine before pouring a whole glass- even when you order wines by the glass. Great wine flights too. My only gripe is the dessert menu. Desserts are always great (with the exception of that apple pie thing- it's just small pieces of spiced apple), but they tend to have the same old dessert selections year round. They really need to modernize the selection and make it more seasonal. Also, the cheeses on the boards are absolutely delicious, but the meats leave something to be desired. Love the raisin bread and fig spread with the boards! I wish they'd start serving brunch! Overall, highly recommended place. Edit- Our fav weekend bartender is gone! The place isn't the same w/o him unfortunately.

    (4)

  • Jenna R.

    A friend told me this was a great place and if we went to be sure to get a board. We went, we shared a small board: a selection of cheeses and meats with breads and condiments - great! We also had the Serrano ham croquettes, which were so good we ordered a second! The four in our party each had a different entree and dessert and we all had trouble deciding which was best - they were all so good. We found the service excellent, my water glass was filled about each time I took a sip. I'm thrilled that they change up their menu a bit for each season and we all can't wait to go back and see what's offered for summer.

    (5)

  • matthew w.

    This place was great. Chef Danny Brown does a fantastic job of blending a homestyle feel to the food with semi fancy presentation. It came out beautifully prepared. What I like the best about the menu is it's innovative, but not scary. He has a great selection of wines. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly when I asked for a suggestion he put me on the right path. They also have a awesome selection of cheese. I really enjoyed a fresh sheeps milk cheese. All in all it was a great dining experience. The one draw back is it's closed on Monday. I found this out first hand when I tried to go again yesterday.

    (5)

  • elaine l.

    Great restaurant. My friend got there early and was told to sit anywhere to wait for me to arrive. She was seated near the kitchen when I arrived. While the restaurant is smaller, we were very comfortable. We did not hear a lot of kitchen activity and enjoyed our conversation. The food was very good. I had the grilled calamari for appetizer. At first it was a little strange as I did not expect it in a bowl. However it was hearty and good. Then I had the grilled skirt steak with fries. This was also perfect as the meat was cooked just right and had plenty of flavor. Also the fries were very crunchy. The only disappointment of the evening was the dessert. The carrot cake, I was not so fond of. It was a dense and pricey mini muffin with lots of raisins. My friend asked where the cake. She also, and I concur, did not taste the carrot cake. Instead of traditional cream cheese frosting, there was an orange sherbert tasting cream in the middle of the mini muffin. It was a bit odd with the rest. Overall food was very good. The decor and ambiance was great. The staff was top notch. I will definately go again.

    (5)

  • harley q.

    This place is phenomenal. Incredible wine selection, beautiful food, wonderful atmosphere and an attentive staff. Cheese board is a must. The calamari is over the top delicious. Skate was sauteed to perfection and topped with a hazelnut brown butter. The cheesecake.... unreal. Worth a special journey.

    (5)

  • Alexis L.

    I'm giving Danny Brown four stars because it's not just good for Queens or Kew Gardens--it's a legitimately solid restaurant that easily competes with many similarly positioned eateries across the city. I live in Kew Gardens, a place where food goes to die, so I've eaten here a lot. There are any number of highlights: - Serrano croquetttes are savory spheres of deliciousness - The appetizer risotto cake is complex, satisfying, and big enough to be an entree - Strip steak is tender and well-seasoned enough that the husband normally eschews all sauces when he orders it -Spaghetti carbonara is perfectly al dente with succulent flecks of bacon and specks of cracked black pepper In fact, I've had most items on the menu, and the only items that I don't recommend are a couple of the deserts: the apple pie is a deconstructed mess of a disappointment and the chocolate cake with peanuts is just underwhelming. End your meal with espresso creme brulee instead. You'll be very happy you did.

    (4)

  • Alina P.

    been here several times, during different seasonal menu changes and its always been great. chicken under a brick= delicious! Steak is juicy and yummy too! goat cheese salad is to die for! The brasol (sp?) is veryyyy good with their crusty bread. Always love going here.

    (5)

  • Mary H.

    Went to Danny Brown Wine Bar last night for my niece's birthday dinner. The food was fine--had skate whose delicate flavor was overpowered by the excess of roasted (but not roasted enough) tomatoes, but overall, it was enjoyable UNTIL......Mrs. Brown, the owner's mother, whose baleful looks could turn an airplane around in its flight, decided it was time for the five of us to go. She positioned herself two feet from our table, casting a frightening shadow and dispelling our good moods with her stolid, fire-plug refusal to move until we stood up, embarrassed, to leave. I actually saw her raising her eyebrows at a waitress while making the "scram" signal with her thumb. The waitress smirked back at her in reply. I'm in my 60s, I've been to many restaurants, etc. but I have never been subjected to such a rude action. I WILL NEVER GO BACK TO DANNY BROWN WINE BAR UNLESS AND UNTIL THE "ENFORCER" IS KEPT IN THE KITCHEN OR BASEMENT which is probably where she was when the Michelen people came by. I still have chills from her unsmiling countenance, but I am angry as well. FYI, there were no potential customers outside, just at the bar, the place wasn't crowed, and we only stayed 10 minutes after the bill was paid.

    (3)

  • Or N.

    My partner and I had dinner last Friday, January 15, 2010, we had an amazing dinner and great wine. I had the organic chicken, which is cooked under a brick, it is simply delicious. We had a bottle of Crianza from Spain, a mix of tempranillo and grenache, which was awesome. We go to this place regularly, once a month, and it never disappoints. On Friday, there were quite a few gay guys dining out and I would say that this is definitively not just gay friendly but also with gay clientele.

    (5)

  • Matthew S.

    Believe the reviews. This is as good as it gets, not only for Queens but for anywhere in NY. Service is top notch, not pushy, they give you as long as you want. We had the small board of meat and cheese to start as well as the gnocchi. For main courses we had the monkfish, steak, chicken, and pasta. Everything was fantastic, but the chicken was outstanding. Have the meat and cheese board you will not be disappointed! Prices are very reasonable for what you get in terms of food and service. We will certainly be coming back.

    (5)

  • Lindsey R.

    Excellent food and wine (great flights), limited space, hard to get to by public tran. But worth it.

    (4)

  • Sue L.

    Love, love this place. It's the shining star of Metropolitan Ave. If I want to have the Manhattan vibe, service and quality within 10 mins of my house, this is the place to go. I recommend this place to everyone. Every meal and wine we've had here has been excellent. Service never lets down, very attentive, patient and just never lets down. So glad to hear it's serving brunch now, can't wait to try it.

    (5)

  • Bin F.

    Hello Mr. Brown, if your goal was to create a trendy, pretentious eatery straight from SoHo to the humble streets of Forest Hill then you have came close... so read on........ The story begins like this, after having to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune the previous night at Bann Thai(read my review) I decided to cheer up my melancholy gf by taking her to a really nice place for brunch. How about Danny Brown's? Don't they have that amazing highly publicized brunch? Why yes they do, so we decided to make the 20 minute trek. My initial impression upon arrival was wow what a nice little place in the heart of Forest Hill, very cute, it's just adorable. Once inside we were greeted by a server and asked to wait 20 minutes because we did not have reservations. Hold on a minute, did I say reservations and brunch in the same sentence? Yup you heard correctly, truth be told we pointed out to the waiter that there was an empty table and would like to be seated imminently like the superstars that we were. Upon looking at the menu I noticed the brunch prefix, it's spelled out "Brunch Prix Fixe", they must be French lol. Well if they are French then French people sure do drink lots of fluid in the morning. The pre fix consist of 3 drinks (tea, juice and an alcoholic beverage), it's not a choice you actually get all 3 drinks. So after looking ridiculous with 6 glasses of drinks on the small table we both decided to pick the 3 scrambled eggs w/bacon from the Prefix menu. The food is pretty average although my gf's eggs were not cooked the way she requested but I enjoyed what little portion of eggs that I actually received. My problem is the portions are very small, I understand this is not iHop but have you ever wonder how 3 eggs in IHOP can fill up your entire plate while 3 eggs at places like this is pretty much the equivalent of one egg in the supermarket? I would like to know who Danny Brown is getting these eggs from because he is getting ripped off and kindly passing along the extra cost to his patrons. We also realize we were not given the bread until we manually asked for it after finishing our small plates. What wonderful service. If I'm paying a premium for service I'm sure not getting my money's worth here. Ultimately my grievance with Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen is this, they fancy themselves as an outstanding place to go have great tasting brunch at an exceptional value through it's highly promoted brunch Prefix menu. I simply do not see the value in $17.50 for 3 drinks and a small plate of breakfast food. I wasn't born yesterday and I know that canned pineapple juice, green tea, and a small Mimosa did not cost this restaurant any more than $1.50 to make. Although the décor is exceptional and accurately reflects the great American brunch experience the food and service needs improvement. I would recommend this place only if you like hanging out with people who uses the word "fab" like 20 times in a conversation even though they don't have much money. When you're here you can be as pretentious as you want and don't forget to bring your yorkie.

    (3)

  • Jess R.

    Let me preface this with: my husband and I are not picky diners....however, if we are celebrating a special occasion and we are paying top dollar we expect a little more. The older hostess was a bit curt and kind of rushed us to our seats, we were ok with this as long as the food was good, so we let it slide. The waitress was very sweet, no problems there. We ordered a bottle of red wine which came out freezing cold....ok it's wine, not the meal, I guess it's not a big deal....then the food came. Our appetizers really sucked, man! I've had better food at a hole in the wall joint. The carrot soup was like rancid baby food and my husbands calamari had made him sick ( the staff was good about this since we told the waiter after the meal so as to not get anyone else sick....we found out the calamari was shipped frozen....so why serve it?) so they comped us for that. Our entrees were ok....I'm sorry but if we're paying out the ass (pardon my French), this better be better than ok. The bus boys didn't't skip a beat to snatch our dishes away without even asking us why we didn't finish. Luckily our waitress was very attentive and apologetic. We declined dessert and everything else. It was the worst birthday meal ever. We're not rich people, so this hurts in more ways than one. We just wanted to have a nice meal one time out of the year. I really don't understand the Michelin star rating, honestly. I don't usually like to post bad reviews unless I'm really disappointed so, mission accomplished.

    (2)

  • Tommy M.

    Ahhhh finally I don't have to travel all the way to Manhattan to enjoy an amazing meal! It's quite the pleasure to have this place just 15 minutes from my apartment. In the last 2 years i've probably been here approx. ten times and the food never disappoints, top top quality from presentation & taste to it's polite, knowledgeable service. It takes a lot to give a place 5 stars and i was floating back and forth between 4 and 5 buuut I think the $28 3 course prix fixe dinner that they offer Tuesdays and Wednesdays pushed it to 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Lisa B.

    Went last night. I had the beet salad, and the pappardelle. Husband had the bruschetta and hangar steak. We were both very pleased with the food and the ambiance was tres romantique. The service, however, needs a little work. Just because we don't order a bottle wine doesn't give the server the right to neglect us!

    (4)

  • Sarah K.

    Nice restaurant. Made reservations although my friend and I ended up sitting at the bar. They have a nice cheap wine list. And oddly have a very long dessert wine list. I tried risotto ballls, the chicken, risotto and the flourless chocolate cake. I can tell you that the risotto was the best risotto at a restaurant I ever had. Usually they are always overcooked, and this one was perfect. I couldn't believe it. The menu is a bit limited. Do I believe it deserves a 1 Michelin star? Not sure about that, but it is very good. My appetiser was very good as was my cake. Was it worth the cost? Yes. I would go again.

    (4)

  • M G.

    The first time we went to DB, about two years ago, it was quite enjoyable. The food was quite good and the service, while slow, was friendly. The last couple of times we went the service wasn't friendly enough to make up for the lack of competence or competent enough to make up for the brusque attitude. Some of the food was good, and some of it was not. The cod was excellent but the caesar less than mediocre; the gazpacho was good but the wilted arugula & watercress both had too much lemon. It wasn't good enough for the attitude we got from the waitstaff or the prices on the menu.

    (2)

  • Susan L.

    Great manhattan dining in the middle of Forest Hills. My fiancee took me here for my birthday dinner and we both found the food to be really good. We loved the grilled calamari with tuscan beans appetizer. It was one of the best grilled calamari renditions we had. His hanger steak entree was also top notch. I had the Tuesday night prix fix of gazpacho, skate and cheesecake. The gazpacho was unexpectedly creamy and a little oversalted, but still pretty good. The flavors of the skate was light and delicate. My fiancee kept reaching over my dish for the skate, while I kepts reaching over his dish for the steak. The cheesecake however, was just okay. Overall, we had a very nice dinner with a great bottle of Riesling to boot. We will definitely return but on special occasions only. It's still a bit too pricey for Queens.

    (4)

  • NYCYELP R.

    It is a bistro with a nice neighborhood feel but with an expensive menu. We were seated at a table where the air conditioning duct was dripping water every so often. No one got totally soaked, but it's not the kind of atmosphere you want when paying over $30 for an entree. They served a gimlet on the rocks in a highball glass, which would indicate a lack of familiarity with cocktails. On the plus side, they have an interesting wine list that is well-priced. No artisianal draft beers unfortunately, just bottles. The portions of food are nice and the flavors are quite lovely. My table had the chicken under brick, saffron risotto and burger. Apps where the salad, hamachi carpaccio and pea ravioli. Everyone loved their choices. The cheese and charcuterie board was great, especially the pate and pork rillettes. Service was okay. They neglected to bring one of our desserts, but they also didn't include it on the bill. It was about $275 for four people with drinks, 3 apps, 4 mains, 1 dessert, 2 coffees. I think it's special for Queens, but probably not a destination for others. You always need reservations. Always. It is quite noisy, so go with those you know.

    (4)

  • Eddie M.

    the BEST FOOD I HAVE EATEN in along time food great service great I live LI AND WILL BE COMING BACK you put those iron chefs to shame

    (5)

  • Joe C.

    excellent excellent ham and cheese plate! appetizers are yummy and the main dishes are absolutely delish! cute place too, great for dates. and only a 10 minute drive from where i live, you can't go wrong with that! an excellent restaurant right in forest hills!

    (4)

  • Hassa L.

    took mom to celebrate mother's day. made a reservation, was promptly seated. ordered sheep's cheese, grilled calamari & scallops for appetizer, all were amazing. the sourdough bread and butter was also good. entree was chicken, the greens and potatoes were great. my mom thoroughly enjoyed her ny strip, her watercress & potato gratin were to die for. the fries with the hangar was well seasoned and very good. i was driving so i couldn't indulge in wine like i wanted, but i had a prosecco which was refreshing. dessert, i had coffee, poached pear which tasted like a warm apple pie and the cheesecake which was delicious. service was good, friendly but not overwhelming. the crowd was middle aged & elderly a few young thirtysomethings. the atmosphere was warm and inviting. over all this was an amazing dining experience, pricey but worth every penny. it's a nice treat for a special occasion. i love that the kitchen is open and you can view from your table. i will definitely return with girlfriends. every dish was special and unexpected. danny brown's mom went around & greeted patrons, it was a nice treat to talk to her.

    (5)

  • Ali S.

    I can say with all the confidence in the world that I have never been to any place quite like Danny Brown Wine Bar and Kitchen. The dining room is warm and inviting, even if it is a bit cramped. The space isn't the biggest, and tables are in very close proximity to one another. Regardless of that, the dining experience was stupendous. We had the small board with the Serrano Ham, the Bresaola, and the Rosette de Lyon as our meat choices, and we selected the Cremeux de Bourgogne, the Parmigiano-Reggiano, and the Manchego for our cheeses. The Bresaola was my least favorite - it had the slightest hint of flower petals when tasted, but went well with the Cremeux and the raisin-walnut bread. The Manchego was fabulous - hard and nutty, but creamy when chewed, and it provided a nice balance with the salty Serrano. For my main course, I had the Tagliatelle Bolognese. The pasta was perfectly "al dente," but the sauce was a tad, not overly, greasy (hey, what do you expect when you're getting a ragu of pork, veal, pancetta, wine and cream?). This didn't take away anything from the dish, though. My girlfriend had the Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Marscapone Polenta, Braised Mustard Greens & Shallot Marmalade. This dish was GREAT. The tenderloin was just that, tender like you wouldn't believe. The polenta was to die for - I mean it. When reading the menu I was a bit turned off by the "Shallot Marmalade," but it provided a slightly sweet complement to the tenderloin. For wine, we ordered the Orvieto Classico, Salviano by Marchese Incisa della Rocchetta. The wine was light and crisp, and definitely one I'd purchase again. Our waiter was very informative and attentive. There is not any place in Forest Hills, or Queens for that matter, that can compare to Danny Brown. Do yourself the favor and head up to Metro for a great dining experience.

    (5)

  • James C.

    My wife and I have eaten here twice since we moved into the area and it was fantastic both times. Great selection of cheese and wine. Everything was beyond delicious and the service was perfect. We will certainly return!

    (5)

  • Charles K.

    Not only the only Michelin-starred resto in Queens, by far the closet good restaurant to JFK

    (4)

  • Norman G.

    This is a wonderful place. The staff and the food are top notch. On my first visit had the hanger steak and it was terrific. Second time the organic chicken cooked under a brick. Also amazing. Can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    It might be closer to a 2.5 given the hype. I really wanted it to be great. Forest Hills has tons of DELICIOUS eateries, yet few really upscale. I recently moved from the area and thought this place would be perfect for a reunion with one of my girlfriends. While it was a nice venue for the event (especially given it was practically empty at 7:30 on a weeknight), as she warned me when I made the suggestion, the food was good, but not great for the price. We shared the shrimp appetizer, which was good fore sharing, but kind of boring. She had the organic chicken under a brick, which had a really delicious and flavorful, crispy skin. I had the pork tenderloin, which was very tender and tasty, but although everything was beautifully presented and accompanied by interesting sides, it all seemed to lack excitement. It was also kind of lukewarm. The wine list was extensive and I had a great glass of tempranillo. Good, but not great. I'd like to say it was an off night, but there weren't many people there so the food should have been stellar.

    (3)

  • Ashley N.

    This place is AMAZING. It's a cool place to bring friends and family but also a romantic place to go on a date. I was surprised such a classy restaurant was in Queens! I came here with a group of people so I got to try a little of everything. I recommend ordering the large board as an appetizer you WON'T be disappointed. I love spreads and this was just great especially if you have wine! If you're with a smaller group get the smaller board but you can finish it so easily and quickly it's really good. The hanger steak was cooked well and tasted good. I'm a huge steak fan. The salmon was also great as well. I'm not a huge fan of capers but I just didn't eat all of them. I had a few other things that aren't on their menu now. I forgot what they were called but I guess it doesn't matter. Their panna cotta as desert was alright. I actually never had panna cotta so I wasn't sure what it was but it was a good combination with the rhubarb. I would come back again it's so good!!

    (5)

  • Paul G.

    This is one of the only three restaurants I eat at on a regular basis near me. Before I go any further: Reservations, reservations, reservations! I've been turned away at 5:30 before because I didn't have reservations. Ok, now that that is out of the way... This place is Manhattan in Queens! When you enter there is a bar to the left towards the front of the restaurant. Everything else is tables. It is not an expansive menu, and I think that is best. The best restaurants are ones where they DON'T try to do too much, but just do what they do BEST. Danny Brown's does what they do best here, food and wine! The Chicken under a brick is absolutely delicious and almost entirely bone free (just the drumstick bone is in from the wing). It is unbelievably tasty with a nice crunchy and flavorful skin. Another delicious and seemingly healthy plate was the calamari with fava beans. Finally! I can enjoy a delicious non fried calamari with amazing flavor. No dipping sauce necessary! The goat cheese salad was also great, though I won't lie, I'm a huge fan of goat cheese so I may be biased! However, I am not a particularly huge fan of beets but I didn't leave any of those on the plate either! It's pretty hard to go wrong here, so go here and be right!

    (5)

  • Sue. K.

    I really wanted to like this place. The staff are very friendly. First time, I came here, we had the cheese and meat board, it was delicious. It's one of the best if ever had. For the entree we ordered their popular chicken dish and a duck dish. The duck was way better. I went back another time just for the cheese and meat board and beer and sat at the bar. So it's worth trying!

    (3)

  • Alice K.

    SOLID! Finally made it after many years and will be returning soon for the following reasons: - Food was good - Prix fixe menu (Tues & Wed) - Easy to make reservations and they sat us when we got there ... and it's a one Michelin star restaurant? That's almost an impossible combination in NYC. The only hassle is that since it's (looks like) a smaller kitchen, they want you to decide everything for everyone when you order (we had to order for a few stragglers of our party). We wanted to have a quaint dinner with some out-of-town family and decided to eat at Danny Brown. We probably ordered enough food for a party of 7-8 even though we were only a party of 5. ** = favorite of the category; * = would get again; no star = i don't get it APPETIZERS Cured meats tasting plate -- Pate*; Chicken liver mousse*; Jambon de Bayonne* Ravioli (beef)** -- a bit on the salty side but most flavorful Spanish mackerel tartare -- I thought it was ok but husband's favorite Organic red beet salad* Organic mixed greens* (part of prix fixe) Tuscan bean soup (part of prix fixe) BIGGER PLATES Hangar steak** -- OMG! Easily melts in the mouth & full of flavor w/o being overpower by sauce Confit of Moulard Duck* -- I was a little disappointed (since I love confit) but maybe my expectations were set too high... but I definitely had better Organic chicken "under a brick" Merluza (part of prix fixe) Spaghetti "carbonara" (part of prix fixe) DESSERTS Panna cotta (part of prix fixe) -- Rum carrot cake (part of prix fixe)* Coffee -- really??? this was disappointing

    (4)

  • Danielle M.

    Every time I come back here the food gets better and better. We always have the best time. First we start with the cheese and meat platter, with all the different sauces, olives, pickles etc. Definitely one of the best cheese platters I've ever had. After that I usually order two small plates (tapas) and they always have wonderful specials. I make sure I always order one. Some of my favorite dishes are the Hanger steak, the Tartar, and the Goat cheese salad. We usually go with a couple of bottles of the French Rose wine, out of this world. This is by far one of my best restaurants and it's a hidden gem in queens!!

    (5)

  • Simona G.

    YUM! Delicious and stylish. SO stylish. What a good little secret we have here in Forest Hills. It's fabulous, CLEAN as a whistle, and most importantly the staff is polite. The food speaks for itself - everything is prepared to perfection, with love and careful artistry. Will keep coming back here.

    (5)

  • Alexandra B.

    Been exploring the area prepping to purchase a condo in Forrest hills gardens. This restaurant is not only delicious and quaint, they had the nicest staff I've ever encountered. We ordered the "small board" to start. Choice of 3 meats and 3 cheeses, which comes with mustard, fig compote, etc. We had the bucheron (my fav cheese), pork confit, liver pate etc. Amazing! For dinner we both ordered the burger. Excellent, but huge I could not eat half. They serve at a very leisurely pace, which gave us a great opportunity to enjoy the intimate setting and a few bottles of wine the sommelier suggested. Make a reservation a day in advance at the very least, it's hard to get into this small restaurant. Love it!

    (5)

  • zakk G.

    This is.... Queens? The level of food and wine program is easily better than most Brooklyn/NYC Restaurants. Great value too. I went on a Sunday night, and began the meal with a plate of Charcuterie; bressola, Jambon de Bayonne, and Pate de Campagne with relishes... Ohhhh sooo good! Tried their white wine flight($14 only!!), cosisting of Sauvgnon blanc, Viognier and something else. Then more food arrived; The Taglietelle with Rabbit and Morel cream.... To die for! As for the main course, the Duck Confit was moist and crispy, on a bed of potatoes, and a rich wine sauce. everything was executed just perfectly. It's only after I came home that I did more reserach and... Damn, this place has a Michelin star! Well, that explains it, and well deserved too!!! Bravo to Danny Brown&co. Will be back!!!!!

    (5)

  • michael f.

    Went here based on the fantastic reviews and was thrilled to find they were right. Went with a friend who is a bit of a wine snob and even they loved the place. The wine selection is amazing and the food absolutely backs it up. A hidden gem in Queens. You will sit there and wonder why this place is not in Manhattan. He would make a MINT!

    (5)

  • Julie S.

    Nice spot in Forest Hills! Definitely a low key but comfy kind of place - very much part of the neighborhood. Not as trendy as I was expecting - more classic. We had the calamari (with beans, savory and outstanding), the merguez (spicy and also outstanding), and the pork entree (medium rare, perfect, tender). Wine service was perfect, we shared two half bottles and they decanted the second one for us before bringing it to the table. Afterwards tried the cheese plate - nothing special (french bread, fig compote) but very good cheese. Excellent service. Started about 8:30 and stayed til 11:30 - last ones left in the place on a Friday night (guess they are early sleepers in Forest Hills!) Wouldn't go way out of my way to come here again like we did this time, but if I lived there, I would be here ALL the time.

    (4)

  • george k.

    With not a lot of quality selections in the cataglory in Queens, Danny's is a good if not very choice to skip the trip into Manhattan or Brooklyn. We had the brick chicken which was cooked with attention and reminded me of Marylou's on 9th street in the 90s. Give them a try but be prepared to pay.

    (3)

  • Melvin W.

    This is one of the jewels of Metropolitan Avenue. I was referred by a friend who raved about the place and now I shall rave too. It's a cozy little spot, perfect if you want to take a girl that you like on a nice date (if you're iffy about the girl then don't spend your money on her with this restaurant). Dim lights, classy but casual. The board with cheese and meats are almost a meal within itself. After devouring the whole board with 3 other people, we found it hard to finish our entree. My favorite was the grilled pork tenderloin. Not a wine person but their selection seems substantial and people I were with were satisfied. I do suggest making a reservation beforehand just to make things easier.

    (5)

  • Eric R.

    Had a date night out here. Very classy joint with delectable food. Slightly pricey, but worth it.

    (5)

  • Julie F.

    Went for my brother's birthday last night. I was surprised to see it so crowded on a Thursday night. My party had made a reservation and I am not sure we would have been able to be accomodated if we hadn't done so. I liked my food alot. I had the warm goat cheese salad with candy cane beets, it was really delicious, could have used a bit more vinegar. I did think it was completely over priced. $11 dollars for a "salad" the size of a hockey puck. My chicken entree was great. It came with rosemary potatoes but since I am not a huge fan of rosemary so I asked for the gratin potatoes which was very very good, but they charged for the change, which I just have to roll my eyes at. I sampled a few things from my family members and everything was very tasty and delisious. Didn't try desert but wanted to, everything sounded great. Our waitress Emily was nice and attentive no problem with the service her at all. The decor is okay. I did get a prentenious/snobby vibe from the place. I was torn between giving 3 and 4 stars but went with four because the food really was good.

    (4)

  • Christine P.

    Yum! Yum! Yum! So I was jazzed to find out Queens had a Michellin rated rest, and yesterday my friend decided to surprise me and go! I believe Mon-Wed they have a pre-fixe menu for $28. Reservations need to be made. Walked in and the place was nice and on the smaller side. We got seated right away. Now this is where my rating went from a 5 to a 4 star. Our waitress- not exactly the best I or my friend have had. Also is it me but does anyone else think the waiters/waitresses wouldn't be wearing jeans at a Michellin rated rest? Now I'm def not some pompus a$$, and maybe had our waitress been great I wouldn't give a damn about jeans. No, she wasn't horrible but when you hear a place is Michellin rated you expect great service! Well I do! Now on to the best part-the food! My friend ordered red wine and I ordered my chardannay which we both enjoyed. My friend ordered the carbonara (which is on the pre-fix menu) but she ordered just the plate and I ordered the duck. I'M STILL DREAMING OF THAT DUCK! MMMmm... wow now I know why ppl loved it on yelp! The duck was placed ontop of potatoes w/pears and sauteed spinach,w/ a pear infused sauce drizzled on the plate. The duck was soooo tender that you don't even need a knife! Falls off that bone and that skin...O-M-G perfectly crisp! I tasted my friends's carbonara and it was AMAZING also! Seriously prab one of the best sauces I've ever tasted. For dessert we shared the flourless chocolate cake that comes w/cold cream. Very good, but I would like to try something else next time around. So overall, I'm extremely HAPPY that I tried Danny Browns! Like others stated, I too am happy to have a rest like this in the Queens area! Def go and check it out!

    (4)

  • Brian B.

    Great food. Great service. Great ambiance. This is by far the best restaurant in Forest Hills.

    (5)

  • Jon S.

    I stopped in with a friend for a late Sunday dinner. The wine/meat sheets were great, as was the burger and the mushroom risotto. Prices were a little high for the area, but I'm happy to pay for quality food and service, both of which DB has.

    (5)

  • Nina B.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Queens thus far. Ambiance is great for intimate gatherings. Great food. Attentive staff. DO make reservations. The only thing that bugged me was the tight space.

    (4)

  • Tami W.

    Pleasantly surprised on a Saturday night....I enjoyed both the food and the service. The hanger steak was the best I ever had in a while (if not ever...) and the bruchetta trio was very good too. Didn't like the risotto pancake (too bland). Will def. go back for the steak!

    (5)

  • rosanna m.

    I had to take a star away for the weirdness, I was in Forest Hills for a week and I ate here twice. The food is phenomenal. Four stars for that. Now the weirdness: The first visit was with three other friends on a weekday and we had a 7:30 reservation. The place was alive and lovely walking in. We were seated at the end of a line of booths across from the open kitchen. I arrived first and decided to sit in the outermost chair in order to allow the comfortable booth to my friends. Two were meeting me there from the city and one was driving in from Long Island. By 7:30 there were three of us and we ordered some wine. Great wine list. It took a while for the wine but seeing as they were busy, no problem. We were waiting for the fourth person who called to say there was a bit of traffic and would need a few more minutes to go ahead and order appetizers. My friends came straight from work and were starving. We flagged down our waitress and ordered appetizers. The waitress told us the chef would not allow us to order appetizers unless we had the whole order in. ???? This is a restaurant, we came here to eat and you won't take our order?? She said she would go ask for his "permission" and left our table. We were rather annoyed, still hungry but made the decision to wait for our friend to arrive. When the waitress got back, after another MIA, she said she had "permission" to get us some appetizers. We told her we decided to wait and she became very annoyed by rolling her eyes. At that moment, our fourth arrived and we grabbed the waitress and ordered our "entire" meal. Again the food was great, the skate was perfectly cooked as was the salmon and my "burger". I did not get the funky English muffin, though. If you want to make a hip, gourmet burger-stick to the classic and jive up the contorni. You don't mess with the bun or the meat. The other weird thing is that my seat faced a basement door which was clearly a key asset to the night's protocol because it was being open and shut constantly with bartenders and cooks and other staff going up and down, up and down. I was less than 16 inches away and I was trying to have my dinner. It was very loud in the small restaurant already, but the smell of old garbage was wafting into my lungs on a regular basis from the basement throughout the dinner. I did not complain because I wouldn't ruin the dinner for my friends. We paid a hefty 300 dollars for dinner and I left a 20% tip because the food was great and I wanted to eat here again. I did go back with a business associate who is a member of the Italian launched "slow food" movement. I wanted to hear what he had to say and he was surprised that this place was mentioned in Michelin. He assured me that although the food was delicious, he was not impressed with the service or the concern for the patron's comfort while dining. I would love to eat here again but it would be nice if the servers were trained to par the food. I hope the chef is not really the spoiled little baby he makes himself out to be by making everybody order everything at the same time. This is a restaurant-I am here to pay you for your food- you are not doing me any favors.

    (4)

  • Lil S.

    Finally got a chance to eat here last night. The place was small and cozy. Totally did not feel like we were in Queens. The service was great and the food came out pretty fast except towards the end when the place got really crowded. The food was really good. We had the ham croquettes and the roasted beets salad. My husband had the steak and he said it was the best steak he has ever had! I had the pork tenderloin cooked medium and it was good with the sauce. We shared the crepe for dessert which wasnt anything special and Not worth 9 bucks! The pricing for the appe and entree were nt to bad. Will go back there to try the prix fixe! Definitely on of the best restaurants in queens!!!

    (4)

  • Shuk R.

    Made reservations here for a saturday night. Our party of two was seated at a small table, just enough for 2. It's not a large restaurant, but it is interesting as you can see the kitchen. Ordered the Grilled Calamari, Duck, and Chicken. Also tried some of their cured meats, the pate, chicken liver mousse, and serrano ham. The cured meats were interesting to eat, and I figured since I was there might as well try it. The Calamari, duck, and chicken were very good! There was good flavor to the duck and the potatoes underneath it were full of its nice flavors. I was surprised at how moist the chicken was. It was not dry at all and they serve a rather large piece of it. It's called Organic Chicken Under a Brick on the menu and it certainly looked like it got flattened by a brick, but it was so tasty. Overall this is a good place to head to in Queens if you're in the mood for french or tapas style food.

    (5)

  • Jenny L.

    Nice place, good food, even better wine selection. Not many places you can find wine & cheese and charcuterie in Queens. Staff was okay, but not very attentative. The water in our glasses was empty before we finished the entree but it was not refilled, at all. Inexperience maybe? Decor and food would be on par with anything else you'd find in Manhattan - 1 star for the lack of service.

    (3)

  • Livy B.

    A true gem for Forest Hills! Our go-to neighborhood spot for date night: Recommendations: -Cheese/meat boards--who doesn't love those?! -AWESOME wine list. They even have a variety of wine flights to choose from, so that you don't have to choose just one wine! -Moscato s'Asti w/dessert--an absolute must! It's a bit on the pricey side (for 2 ppl splitting an app, and each having a glass of wine and an entree, it's about $40 pp, on avg), but it's nothing short of awesome.

    (5)

  • T T.

    I went there on a recommendation and I have to say it was better than I expected. I had the hanger steak and it was the best hanger steak I've ever eaten. I'm glad to have a wonderful restaurant right in my back yard!

    (5)

  • Roger G.

    I have mixed feelings about this place. Wine selection is quite good and the bar can be a fun place to hang if you don't mind paying more for wine and cocktails than at other fine restaurants on this Metropolitan strip. But don't expect any buy backs...not in this kind of eatery. In fact, I find the place a bit snobbish...and that maybe is the segue to what bothers me about Danny Brown's. I've yet to go there without being asked if I have a reservation...even if the place is empty. And on more than one occassion, upon saying I don't, I've had the hostess look around as if she needs to somehow dig up a space for us when in fact there are plenty of available seats. I could see this happening when its busy, but when there are more than 10 tables open, I find it hard to swallow. More than once I've even said I'll sit at the bar and eat because its such a ridiculous thing to do in a neighborhood restaurtant. Once I even was given a terrible table on the aisle and when I requested another table they rejected us...only to comply with another couple who came in minutes later and made the same request! That's when this place finally started to get to me. As for the food...its really good. And that's something that may not inspire me to return (since there are more than enough choices in NYC), but I would'nt want to be unfair and deny someone else a good dining experience. For me, any of the meat and cheese platters or the appetizers are recommended. I'd say try this place and hope they treat you a little better when seating you.

    (3)

  • Katherine W.

    I had a fantastic dinner here recently. Our waitress was fabulous, really friendly and helpful, but not overbearing. She recommended the croquettes so we started with these, and they were warm, delicious bites! I had the roasted brussels spouts salad which was incredibly balanced and flavorful. I enjoyed the artic char for my entree, I never really eat the fish skin and the waitress noticed and suggested I try it! It was delicious, like a salty potato chip! I finished with the chocolate cake which was delicious although very rich.

    (5)

  • Premie S.

    I only have wonderful things to say about Danny Brown's! My boyfriend and I have been there on several occasions and I spent my last birthday there. We have always had excellent service and equally excellent meals which is complimented by a wonderful cozy atmosphere. The menu is eclectic with options that would suit any palette. We always order a bottle of wine to start and they have an excellent wine list that would suit any wallet size. For appetizers I'd recommend the shrimp with fingerling potatoes, its perfectly seasoned. I've also had an excellent broccoli veloute from their Tuesday night prix fixe (which is a delight in itself). Last time we were there we did a cheese flight which was also very nice and they have a nice selection all accompanied by a wonderful fig compote. My boyfriend always gets the hangar steak, now I am not usually a steak person (something about texture), I mean I'll have a bite or two but its never something that I'd order for myself. Though, I have to say their hangar steak is superb, and complimented with a red wine shallot butter, it literally melts in your mouth. The salmon and skate are also very good. Lastly, the desserts are a delight and a wonderful way to end the meal the rum raisin carrot cake and espresso creme brulee are both excellent. Danny Brown's also offers prix fixe menu on Tuesday nights which includes a 3 course dinner for only $25 a deal that is very appetizing especially in these times.

    (4)

  • Michael L.

    I went here this week for a birthday and had a fantastic time. The neighborhood looks like a wealthy suburb that got surrounded by the growing city. The dining room is simply decorated but classy, and the tables aren't crowded. We looked at the menu (which leaned heavily toward Italian) and asked for a recommendation about wine; a few minutes later the sommelier came over with a few tastes for us (we decided on an Oregon Muller Thurgau for the first course and an Oregon pinot for the remainder--both excellent. As for the food: we started with a yellowfin carpaccio with sicilian pistachio, capers, and grapefruit surrounded by a ring of perfect looking arugula. The fish was fresh, rich, and deliciously accented by the tart/bitter of the capers/grapefruit and the crunch of the pistachios. We followed that with the gnocchi with braised veal; there weren't as many flavors at play here, but what I wouldn't give to get their meat tasting so rich without going over into fatty! Next was homemade tagliatelle with a rabbit and olive sauce. We were pretty speechless by that point, and I'm still without many words now: olives are hard to incorporate in a sauce, but they pulled it off. We didn't go for the cheese plate because we wanted a dessert, and so to compromise we had an endive/watercress salad with blue cheese and walnuts. It was a good salad, but not on the level of the previous courses. To finish we had a lemon tart and a few glasses of dessert wine. The lemon tart was tasty, but again not on the level of the main dishes. The dessert wines were great; I ordered the Sauternes after a few minutes chatting with the sommelier, and then she brought out along with a glass of a sparkling dessert wine for my girlfriend. All in all a great experience, and one I fully recommend.

    (5)

  • Nuch P.

    what a romantic place and the food was great. It has a Manhattan feel considering the area. A solid 5 stars on Tuesday due to the special. The cheeses were amazing and the service was top notch. As far as the regular menu, I think the price is a bit too much for the area but hey.... I enjoyed it.

    (5)

  • Jenine F.

    We enjoyed dinner there recently- I had the carrot soup and the chicken 'under a brick' while enjoying my 2 glasses of Syrah-Mourvedre; my husband ordered the duck pate appetizer and hangar steak. We shared the best apple tart I've ever had for dessert- yummy! The wait staff was on point and Audrey, the manager, recommended this wine selection- she knows her wines. I noticed the joint was jumpin' until about 8:30, though people were still coming in until we left at 9:40. We'll definitely be back for dinner...

    (5)

  • Brian S.

    Great food, great ambiance. Impressive wine list with a sommelier on staff. Chicken under a brick was delicious and the hanger steak was out of this world.

    (5)

  • Jessica G.

    Sometimes when I'm at work, I write reviews on yelp, read other yelp reviews, and judge whether or not the 'review of the day' meets my literary standards. It always does, some really funny stuff on those and it always makes me worry that my review will suck. But if my boss is reading this, please abort, I'd never do that, that would be wrong even though I never take a lunch hour. Ahem. The thing I love about Queen's restaurants' is that they make a hearty effort to please their patrons. They don't rely on a good reputation or if we're talking about any restaurant in Brooklyn, they don't pride themselves about not giving a f**k what anyone thinks b/c they're so grand. If you're looking to celebrate a girl (or bullshit one), this is definitely the place. Note to girls; this place risks you being a starry eyed idiot. Note to self; you were that idiot. Intimate lighting and dark wood throughout (some good feng shui going on here) creates romance (real or imagined, see note on bullshit). The menu presents multiple yummy choices. It paints your pallet wet before you've decided. The bullshitter had a basic salad that was still great; I chose the warm goat cheese salad which was delicious. He had the special of pumpkin ravioli with pomegranates. Pomegranates and pumpkin, luscious. I had the roasted wild red snapper. I highly recommend it. For desert, I had an espresso crème brulee coupled with a frangelica on ice. Seriously decadent. The staff is incredibly sweet. There is a significant wine selection and their menu including bread and cheese and cured meat definitely begs for many return visits. They require reservations and I suggest advising them that you do not want the seat near the bathroom where they actually seat people. Go here for any occasion, either with a man you like or with the girls to forget one. It will not disappoint.

    (5)

  • J K.

    A gem of a restaurant that can proudly boast and live up to its reputation as the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens. Have been here twice and enjoyed each visit. The grilled calamari with white beans and ricotta gnocchi appetizers are delectable and the fish, duck confit and steak entrees are cooked to perfection. The restaurant has a nice relaxed vibe and you can tell it's a great neighborhood spot. Would gladly dine here again.

    (5)

  • Daniel B.

    one of the best food experiences in queens. very intimate and cozy atmosphere. always great service

    (5)

  • Adam M.

    A pleasant atmosphere and very good food make this a noteworthy stop along Metropolitan Ave. We were a little miffed at being shuffled from one table to another after being told that our first table was reserved for an incoming guest, but OK. Appetizer of yellowtail carpaccio was excellent, and perfect for the changing season. My wife's hangar steak was juicy and savory with its wine butter accompaniment, but my pollock was less enjoyable - not bad, just a bit on the bland side. The waitress's wine recommendation was a great match, although they forgot about it, and it arrived to the table late. The service was friendly and knowledgeable, and not overbearing. This will be a good pick for couples or small groups, but not for kids.

    (4)

  • Anthony K.

    On my second visit to Danny Brown's... It's located on what has become a little 'restaurant row' along this short strip of Metropolitan Avenue in Forest Hills. It's a small, clean, but stylishly, modern room with a full wine bar and tables spread through out. Upon entering, your date will probably think "Ooh, this is nice." The room has been bustling, but never too loud that you can't hold a conversation. The servers were courteous and informative. On my visits there, I've ordered the squab entree and the rib eye specials. It was the first time I've ever had squab. It was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. However, I wasn't used to the gamey flavor. It was kinda like a mild beef liver. This was no discredit to the restaurant, just my palate's disliking. However, the rib eye special was a bit disappointing in that only the cut resembling a filet Mignon was served, completely missing that delicious strip of meat that's bathed by the lovely kernel of fat that is the trademark of a good rib eye. Next time, I'll go with the hanger steak that's on the regular menu. My girlfriend ordered the butternut squash risotto, which I had the pleasure of finishing for her, hehe. It was delicious. It might be my favorite dish so far. For starters, the lovely roasted brussels sprouts and fig appetizer comes highly recommended. Also, the ham croquettes, while small (4 to serving) will have you wanting more. Also, the desserts have been stellar. I've sampled the panna cotta, the mascarpone cheese cake, and the apple tart/crisp, all to my mouth's delight. Looking for a classy and lovely dinner? Look no further... Danny Brown's bringing it.

    (4)

  • Corey K.

    My wife took me here for brunch on my birthday (also was Valentines Day). We were promptly seated a few minutes ahead of our reservation. The older woman who sat us came a few minutes later to ask for our drink order and we said we were actually ready to order our meal as well. She took the order, never telling us she was hostess/drink order taker. About 5-10 minutes pass and a waiter shows up at our table for the first time, looking to take our order. We tell him that we already did so with the woman. Another 5-10 minutes pass, and we don't have our drinks yet. I flag down the waiter and let him know. He comes back a minute or two later and apologizes for not being in the loop on our order. It seems that nothing we ordered was being worked on. Our drinks arrive another few minutes later. When the food finally arrives, I have to say it was pretty good. Especially my brioche french toast. When we are clearly done with our meals (empty plates with silverware piled on top) both our waiter and the bus boy passed our table numerous times without clearing a single thing. We literally waited 10 minutes until our table was cleared. I wouldn't appreciate/tolerate this kind of service at a diner and I certainly didn't at what is supposed to be a very nice restaurant. When making the reservation, my wonderful wife prearranged for them to bring me a slice of cake with a candle in honor of my birthday. It never came. My wife complained to the manager about the cake and to her credit, she apologized for forgetting and comped our 2 drinks. This was my first and likely my last experience at DB's. While the food is good, the service was nowhere near acceptable. I don't expect perfection but the comedy of errors was ridiculous. 2 stars for food alone. Had the service been good, I would have given 4 stars.

    (2)

  • Nina L.

    I would actually give this 3.5 stars but I don't know if there's an option to do that here. Overall, this is a great spot for a date night and we had a wonderful time. Went here for their prix fixe meal on a Wednesday. The ambiance is great, it's a nice place without being stuffy. Service was very good. The food was very good overall, but there were some aspects that were disappointing. The gazpacho was too salty, the mixed greens had too much vinaigrette (but it tastes really good at first until it gets to be too much), and the sauce that went with the chicken entree did not go well with it and did not taste good (it tasted like a sort of soy sauce). The greens that came with the chicken seemed old and the potatoes were very mediocre. But the chicken itself was cooked to perfection -- the skin was a beautiful golden color and the meat was juicy. The desserts (cheesecake and dark chocolate cake) were amazing! I'd give this place a try again, if nothing but for the incredibly delicious desserts and the wonderful date environment.

    (4)

  • Vicky J.

    i love this place. the staff is fantastic, the food is so yummy and the wine list and drinks divine. they never rush you here. the only reason i'm not giving it 5 stars is because i was disappointed in my last appetizer and entree. the beans in both dishes were greatly undercooked and the wait staff didn't seem bothered AT ALL.

    (4)

  • Patrick y.

    Food and service were very good, but it's close quarters in there and your in the conversations of the people at the next tables. It is not possible to have a private conversation when the people next to you can hear every word. I feel bad knocking the place because the food was good and the staff was very nice. Although I enjoyed the food I don't think I will go back, I can get more bang for my buck else where. Positive things are a large selection of wine and a bartender who knows what he's doing.

    (3)

  • Phil M.

    This place was extremely accommodating being able to seat around 12 of us on a Saturday night with no reservation mind you, just a last minute phone call to ask if we could come. 5 stars right there!! Danny Browns is a gem right in Forest Hills. It could easily be situated in the middle of Manhattan and it would fit right in. With an extensive wine list and great carving board menu of cured meats and cheeses you will want to try them all and that's perfect when coming with a large group. We basically tried everything as were not disappointed at all. Everything from Chicken Liver Mousse, House Made Pâtés, different kinds of cheeses made special from other countries to Chicken "under a brick". Everything was perfect even the desserts which were outstanding. Just go to the website and check out their menu to see everything and just know its all delicious.

    (5)

  • Kate L.

    Just tried this place recently, and loved it. Classiest place in Forest Hills, and might just be the best restaurant. Cheese plate is to DIE FOR.

    (5)

  • tony s.

    This place is simply awesome. The food is great and the service is excellent. On Tuesday and Wednesday nights you can get a prix fixe three course meal for $28.

    (5)

  • Joseph D.

    The food is excellent, the ambiance is great and did I mention the food was excellent? Definitely a top notch establishment. Not to mention the extremely friendly and attentive staff. Also one of the best hangar steaks i've ever had. I don't think you will be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Mina C.

    YUM! This place is SO good! I love their cheese/charcuterie BOARD! That's right...I said board! It arrives on a cutting board and basically takes up the whole table (and we ordered for 2). I basically ordered this for myself since my husband doesn't really like cheese (but loves meat) but he was raving about how the bread, cheese, charcuterie and especially the whole grain mustard was UH-MAZING! Their fois gras was REALLY disappointing but that doesn't stop me from giving this place 5 stars! The risotto is creamy yet light and deeeelicious! I feel like there was a salmon tartare dish a while back but don't see it on their menu any more. This place is a few blocks up from our apt and is a cute place for date night without having to train it into the city.

    (5)

  • Constance C.

    Euro fusion? 5 stars for a restaurant that does their ceviche well! Expensive, a bit formal.

    (5)

  • Vincent L.

    Hidden away in a quiet and unassuming area of Queens, I would never have known about this place if it wasn't for the fact that it is the only Michelin starred restaurant in Queens. I came here recently on a weeknight for dinner and was not disappointed - it was also surprisingly packed for a weeknight. The first thing you notice when you step in is the warm and cozy ambiance. The decor is simple but the moderate lighting and candles give the place an intimate feel. There is an open view of the kitchen in the back and you can tell that it's very clean which is a big plus. Onto the food: Grilled Hanger Steak in a Red Wine-Shallot Butter Sauce & Crispy Frites ~ 3 1/2 stars This steak was cooked very well making it tender and flavorful. If you've had good hangar steak before, then you will know exactly what to expect. I love butter sauces with steak and this was no exception. You also get a mountain of fries along with the steak but the only thing spectacular about the fries was the portion size. NY Strip Steak "Au Poivre" w/ Potato Gratin & Wilted Watercress ~ 4 stars This dish was absolutely delicious. The kitchen staff at Danny Brown obviously know how to cook steak as this was a perfect medium rare. The sauce was quite good with a hint of liquor in it. But the star of this dish was the potato au gratin. It was cooked perfectly - crispy on the outside and smooth on the inside. The cream and butter was not overwhelming either despite my light palate. I love potatoes and perfectly cooked potatoes make me really happy. The watercress was bitter though. Organic Chicken "Under a Brick" w/ Rosemary Skillet Potatoes & Sautéed Escarole ~ 4 stars This dish stood out to me more than any other. If I only remember one thing from this visit - it will be the chicken. I wasn't expecting anything exciting from chicken - it is just chicken after all. But this chicken was transcendental and cooked to perfection. The meat was incredibly tender and juicy and the skin was perfectly crispy. It even looked beautiful with the dark golden brown skin and the glistening white meat. Sadly, I found the flavor to be somewhat lacking, which was surprising considering that I prefer foods with a very light palate. But the juiciness of the chicken more than made up for it. Later in the evening, I asked our waitress how they cooked the chicken and she cheerily replied that they simply place the chicken in the oven and put a brick on top of it. lol? Tagliatelle w/ Confit of Rabbit, Pancetta, Niçoise Olives & Rosemary ~ 3 stars The flavors were very diverse, not too heavy, and quite refined. But the pasta was overcooked - probably 1-2 min past al dente - and that ruined the dish for me. Pretty disappointing considering how skilled the kitchen was in cooking chicken and steak. I would rate the desserts but I don't feel qualified to do so as I don't have much of a sweet tooth. I would recommend the Panna Cotta with a Muscat wine though. All in all, I would recommend this place to anyone that lives in Queens and enjoys delicious food. I'm not sure if it's worth it if you live outside of Queens but it definitely deserves its Michelin star. I'm hungry now.

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    Amazing! Went here last week on a Wednesday because I heard about the price fixed meal, but when we got there everything else looked so good we deviated from the set menu. I had the duck which was absolutely amazing, the service was very polite and fast. We had a bottle of Cabernet not sure the brand and loved it. Overall a great experience, plan on going again soon. Also a veryyyy good deal for the price, the place should cost twice what it does!

    (5)

  • david r.

    As is the case with other posters, I would give the restaurant 3.5 stars if that were possible. First the pluses. The room itself is very pretty and has a nice vibe. Good crowd and busy bar and of course a large wine selection. I found the service to be attentive. However, when you're charging $25 and up for entrees the food should be superior to what you can find at other good and trendy Queens restaurants. In particular, when you serve Manhattan-style skimpy portions in Queens, the food should knock your socks off. Danny Brown didn't succeed on that front for me and my wife on our first visit. The good: We had white asparagus with crab meat special that was flavorful, with a nice mix of tarragon. Pricey at $18 but at least it was different. The duck, as others have posted, is crispy and tasty; however, you're getting one small leg and that's it. The bad: The sauteed pollack was absolutely tasteless with a thick tomato-paste sauce that did nothing to enhance the fish. My wife and I are fish nuts, from Chinese-style to Greek, and this was truly a disappointment. Perhaps the restaurant just doesn't do fish well. Overall, the experience at Danny Brown provides a nice evening and I'd go again, but at these prices versus quality I won't go running back on a regular basis.

    (3)

  • Mindy B.

    I went tonight for the first time and was very impressed! I shared a cheese tasting plate and was quite pleased with the selections. I was able to identify two out of the three by taste based on the menu description (we let the waitress select for us), so the menu is clearly accurate. The wine was excellent, and I opted for the Spagetti Putanesca, which was very flavorful. I would go back here in a heartbeat, it was excellent!

    (5)

  • David G.

    It was a great place... definitely a nice spot for Queens! We opened up with the grilled calamari. We were expecting fried calamari for some weird reason but it was a very pleasant surprise - it was excellent. Next we split the hanger steak which was another excellent choice. To end the great meal we had desert, I had the banana crepe and my girl had the flour-less chocolate cake. They were both delicious although i was told to try the apple tart, they were unfortunately out... Will be going back for my apple!!!! lol

    (5)

  • Mark L.

    There is no word in the English language that can describe how fantabulous this place is. Every dish we ordered was flawlessly executed. The service was superb with everyone in the staff being extremely pleasant. The food was amazing and flavorful. Our party of 6 people had 6 dishes and one cheese/meats platter and everything was superb. Definitely recommend and will definitely be back

    (5)

  • Gary M.

    Danny Brown's is truly one of the bright spots in FH. It may be the only reason to come here if you live anywhere else. Everything on the menu is spectacular. The only negative is that it's on Metropolitan, so getting here by public transportation isn't the easiest. That being said, it's well worth the trip.

    (5)

  • Rosemary F.

    A true gem in the heart of Joe Six-Pack territory! Me and my bff have been looking for a classy yet not expensive lounge to meet for some snacks & drinks near our neighborhood. We didn't want to sit at a table since we were there mainly for drinks. we were greeted by a friendly staff and asked to be seated at the bar. The bartender, George was lovely and explained the menu and described the appetizers to the T. The ham plate was to die for and the calamari was heaven. our drinks were reasonable and so was the bill. we truly did not feel like we were in Queens. This was on a Tuesday evening, so all the patrons were couples. I cant say if its for a single crowd yet until we return on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday. But it was definitely a great experience for two lovely ladies looking to spice up a Tuesday night.

    (5)

  • Vartges S.

    To start, I cannot complain about the food or the ambience. Both were great. Easy to see why they got the Michelin star. This place would be my local go-to place for finer dining in Forest Hills if it weren't for the service - rude and unfriendly. It detracted from what should have been a great experience. I visited a while ago, so hopefully things have gotten better, and hopefully this was a one-off issue. Otherwise Danny Brown's would've easily been 4 or 5 stars. I will give it another try and hope to revise upward.

    (3)

  • Joseph F.

    Another fantastic evening at danny brown. As usual, the place was bustling on a saturday evening the entire time we were there. There is just such a great casual/yet refined vibe about both the bar and the tables. Their wine selection is great and always changing - we had a Cab from sonoma. Reasonably priced and sommelier did a great job of describing it to us while we contemplating what to order. For food we started with their "drunken cheese" which was delicious, I just wish there was more of it! Loved the compote they served it with. Also had the grilled chorizo - grilling it definitely brings out some other flavors that I was not used to in Chorizo - yum! I had the roasted skate for my entree. Cooked perfectly with a nice crispy skin and flaky inside. Served over their Delicious cauliflower puree and swiss chard. Cooked with alot of butter so its definitely not a light option, but who doesn't love butter? Dining partner had their famous duck confit which is back by popular demand on the menu. For dessert I had the flourless chocolate cake. Anytime, flourless chocolate cake is on a menu, I have a hard time not ordering it. This one did not disappoint. Another great evening on the unassuming metropolitan ave. Can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Michel N.

    Very nice setting/atmosphere in this wine bar. We had dinner at the bar as it was pretty busy. We ordered 5 small plates and 1 side dish to get more choices. The merguez/brocoli rabe dish was very unusual and great, we had 2 servings. We loved the carbonara with the cold weather as well as the potato gratin. The beet salad with goat cheese was average as well as the croquettas. We order the red flight over Europe (3 half glasses) and ended up with 5 as the bar tender thought the Malbec was from Europe! I guess he has not been serving wine for very long. Service was raltively fast. We'll go again for sure BTW, parking can be an issue.

    (4)

  • Micki M.

    Danny Brown's, will you marry me? Start to finish, this place was great. When we called for a reservation, they told us they could only offer us a table by the kitchen. I was expecting a very busy, cramped, hot & uncomfortable area with swinging doors and rushing waiters, but we were willing to give it a shot. What a pleasant surprise - the kitchen was completely open, so you could watch all the action (which I love). Not overwhelmingly noisy at all, and surprisingly open and comfortable - I liked this spot so much that I would even request it on my next visit. The wines were great - I'm not a super picky wine afficionado, I'm more of the "I like it or I don't" type, but I had a flight of white wines and enjoyed them all - even had trouble picking a favorite to have a full glass of. On to the food - had to start with a cheese plate, which was a great compliment with the wine. Our waitress made some great reccommendations, and I only wish I could remember their names! (I'm thinking one was a bucheron?) As an entree, I went with the hangar steak after seeing all the rave Yelp reviews about it, and boy I'm glad I did. Cooked to perfection, great sauce, and the side of fries was a nice added bonus. Also tried a few bites of the carbonera, which was simple and delicious. I've only lived in the area for a couple of months, but this is definitely my new favorite place - I would eat here every day if I could! Or even if you just want some really good wine and a lil nosh - give it a go, you won't be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Peter B.

    Fantastic dinner even though a bit pricey! But what can you expect when the establishment has Michelin star!

    (5)

  • Cj C.

    As good as it gets in Queens, and almost all of the other Boroughs... Fantastic meal from start to finish. Great service as well.

    (5)

  • Su R.

    I was shocked to see I hadn't written a review for Danny Brown's! My husband and I have been going to Danny Brown's since we moved to the area 2.5 years ago and absolutely love it! We love taking out of towners to show them what a unique place it is, especially for Queens. There really is a reason (or several) it is Queens' only Michelin-rated restaurant. The food is amazing. The charcuterie boards are amazing, you can't go wrong with any of the items you pick. The chicken liver mousse is my personal favorite. I can be happy with that and baguette slices for my entire dinner. The serano ham croquettes melt in your mouth and are a must try. The duck confit is my favorite entrée, even though the skirt steak is delicious as well. Because of how much I love the duck, I am sad to say that I haven't tried the chicken under a brick yet, but hopefully next time. Their wine flights are just as good as the food and very reasonably priced. Definitely make a reservation for weekend nights. Once, we were a large group and were running significantly late due to out of town guests delayed on the subway and they worked so well with us to keep our reservation even though it was a busy Friday night. Good service as well and simple, but elegant ambiance. I just heard about their prix fixe menu and can't wait to return for that, I think for a three-course meal at $30, it is a steal for the quality of food!!!

    (4)

  • robyn b.

    Again, an amazing meal. I am adding to my other review b/c we pretty much ate all different food from the menu. Had a reservation for 7, came early, were seated with no problem. Waiter was excellent. Very attentive, I was unsure about what wine to have and was given 2 samples. Food-I decided to get the $28 special menu b/c I planned on getting the pasta anyway. I got the salad for app(large enough for 2 people, light dressing so you could really taste the organic mixed greens, no toppings). For entree I got the pasta, wow, amazing!!! It comes with about a cup of grated cheese on top so if this is not your thing ask them to go light on this. Good portion with lots of pieces of think cut cubes of bacon. For dessert I choose the espresso creme brulee...wow I think this will be my go to dessert from now on...loved it. Really such a good deal for $28. Dinner companion had lots of apps for his meal...started with the special scallop app. came with 3 pieces, in a fennel puree with roasted apples, I tired the fennel puree and wished I could have poured it all over my salad. yum. Small size app for the price but was enjoyed. Then came the 3 cheeses with fig compote and olives. Especially loved the Cremeux de Bourgogne and the Idiazabal. Sides are a great size for $1. Ended with the Hand Made Potato Gnocchi. This portion was 1/3 of the entree size pasta I ordered but was a perfect finish to all the food. Rich veal flavor, lots of greens. Wine-given 2 tastes by waiter, loved one of them (around $10+), do not remember the name, wine list on website isn't up to date. Loved the flights but didn't go that route this time. Also ordered a 1/2 bottle of another which is a great deal. Overall another amazing dining experience, we will be back.

    (5)

  • Andrew L.

    What I love about this place is the very high quality ingredients that they use. They have a simple menu for which you can pair a great wine, which they so happen to have. And if you don't know anything about wine, this really sweet lady will sit down with you and talk about the wine list with you. This is a great place to get high quality food

    (5)

  • Mike D.

    I've recently been enthralled by the idea of brunch, it's become a nice way to spend weekend afternoons and a great excuse to drink when the sun is still high in the sky. So now I take any and every opportunity to eat out for brunch and I couldn't have been happier with going to Danny Brown's. Beautiful and classy, this place resonates with a cozy atmosphere which for the most part is thanks to the warm and friendly staff. The food was done well, soft and tasty scrambled eggs and sweet but not overpoweing banana crepe. Although one item I highly recommend is the assortment of baked bread. There is nothing better than freshly baked bread, but the ones I had here are amazing. I could have literally spent the whole time eating the bread and I would have been very content. My favorite? The carrot cake bread, simply delicious. Other notes: They make strong drinks, I had the Kentucky Tang and it hits like a truck. Also if you're a chocolate lover, try their hot chocolate, its probably one of the better ones I've had.

    (4)

  • Michael C.

    my go-to spot!!! sad i moved but plan to visit everytime im back in town. chicken is soooooo moist.. meat and cheese platter is perfect.

    (5)

  • Peter Y.

    Occasionally I like to run in forest park. It's full of horse shit and you hear stories of people being burned alive there. But two blocks north of the park, in an unassuming corner storefront, is Danny Brown's Wine Bar. Now as a humble Queens resident who could only dream of finding a restaurant nearby with the culinary prowess found in Brooklyn or Manhattan, I couldn't help but do a double take when I discovered a Michelin star joint right in my hood. But could this place hold up to the weight of expectation. Yes! For the most part, anyway. Nothing here is too high brow. This is evidenced in their signature organic chicken under a brick. A simple dish in concept executed perfectly and consistently. Multiple visits have yielded nothing but exquisitely moist, crispy skinned chickens. The rest of the menu is more of the same unassuming but delicious and deceptively simple dishes. Don't go in expecting your mind to be blown and you won't be disappointed though the Fluke Crudo with Bottargo, blood orange and black garlic comes oh so close (to blowing my mind, not to disappointing). And get that marscapone cheesecake for dessert. If you like cheesecake, this well-executed, super rich version won't let you down, except when you realize you're done. Also of note, this place serves wine flights. If you're like me and you hate deciding which wine goes best with your multiple courses, don't choose! Just get the wine flights and there'll be a pairing for you. Watch out, New York! Look which county just became relevant.

    (4)

  • Dorim L.

    It's been so long since I've had a exquisite dinner with spectacular service. I finally made the time to visit this establishment with my friend and I had a blast. We started off with the gnocchi and it was the best thing I've ever tasted. The consistency was so perfect, soft yet not too mushy, and they olives weren't too overpowering. Though I hate peas, I loved it in this dish. For the main entree, I had the lamb bolognese tagliatelle. Boy! I'm not a fan of lamb but I decided to give it a go. The sauce was great but the lamb was a bit gamey. Even though that was the case, I ate the whole dish. The tagliatelle was silky smooth. I tried my friend's duck entree and that was also delicious even though I don't really like duck. I see this pattern where I tried a lot of things I wasn't too keen on but I was satisfied. And the piece de resistance was the butter milk panna cotta with rhubarb compote. THE BEST! The panna cotta had a creamy consistency with a not too sweet taste. Then the compote gave it that bit of tart to awaken my taste buds. OH! And I almost forgot about the wine. We did this 3 wine glass deal where they gave you a selection of 3 white or 3 red wines. My friend went with the red and I went with white. When they served the wines, I tasted each one from right to left. The next wine and the one after that tasted better and better. Lastly, the service was perfection. It's been so long since I've been to a restaurant that times each course perfectly so that there's no waiting period. They were on par! Can't recommend this place enough. And on our way out, we saw someone eating the brick chicken so we are aiming to go next month to try that.

    (5)

  • Ian C.

    I'm not going to bore you with ramblings about the location, or the interior, this is straight up about what makes this place so special. First off, the service is outstanding, never once did we have to look around like lost sheep, everything was presented efficiently and without being intrusive. The other staff were great and friendly too, I had a little adventure while trying to use one of the restrooms, and this became an amusing joke throughout my time in the restaurant. I'm still chuckling! Ok, to the crux of the matter, the food. We started with the meat and cheese platter, the smaller one, everything was absolutely delicious, however the cremeux de Bourgogne cheese literally blew off my socks, this was quite astounding as I wasn't actually wearing any! This cheese is so soft and flavorful, I literally wanted to leave my girlfriend at the restaurant and take it home with me, just to be wrapped in its warm, gooey embrace! Ah, but I'm sure there are laws against such shenanigans! We then shared the duck........sorry, I drifted off into a hazy cocoon of memories, I'm not a duck man usually, but I figured if it's a Michelin star establishment, they gonna cook the duck good! I wasn't disappointed! What's the difference between a duck and a goose? I don't know, but this duck must have been laying golden eggs at some point, it was so rich in flavor and tender. I have only one gripe, and my girlfriend nailed it, the calamari starter was a little underwhelming for us, what calamari we found hiding amongst the beans and greens was good and how grilled calamari should be, but it didn't really represent the name of the dish which is grilled calamari. The flavor was great all round just not really enough of it. Anyways, in conclusion, we both had a really great meal and are already planning on returning soon, looking at you chicken under a brick!!

    (5)

  • Grace C.

    You get what you pay for. Danny Brown's was delicious. We were 5 people. This was what we ordered: Cheese plate - taste of 3 - tried the special cheese of the night, valdean, and bianco sardo. They were terrific. It also came with a serving of quince. Foie Gras - also great. They refilled our bread frequently. Small plates - the croquettes melted in my mouth! The beet salad came with a large piece of cheese and was tasty. Bigger plates: The chicken was my husband's favorite. It was crispy, tender and moist. The steak was my favorite. We ordered it medium and it came out perfect. It was tender and moist. The frites that came with it were amazing! The duck with apricots and mustard green was delicious with two types of sauce. This was more than enough food for the 5 of us - 3 men and 2 women. We were checked on multiple times during our meal by the wait staff. The atmosphere was warm and intimate.

    (5)

  • Jon L.

    I'd give this place 3.5 stars if I could. Overall I had a very nice dinner here and didn't have to fight my way into Manhattan to get it. They get a lot of things right, but after eating here twice for special occasions I'm still not terribly impressed. Two nights after eating here we had dinner at a chain restaurant. It wasn't as elegant, the food wasn't as special (but was equally filling), and the service wasn't quite as refined. But it had a 3 course dinner special for about $13 and my expectations weren't nearly as high as they were for this well reviewed restaurant. My review stars are always relative to price and expectations, which is why the chain got four stars and I can only give 3 (or 3.5) stars here. Cons: I can usually get a good feel for a restaurant by the bread. If a place gets the free stuff right they can usually ace everything else. The bread here was only fair, at best. Generic, not hot, and not all that tasty - not a good start. (Hint to Staff: If you can't make it in house, maybe send someone out to La Boulangerie over near Austin Street). I had the steak frites as my entree. The fries were good but not spectacular, and the steak was cooked properly but wasn't memorable either. There are better options in Manhattan that are either much cheaper or much tastier, and often both. The flowerless chocolate cake I had for dessert was very small - there was more whipped cream than cake. While I loved the idea of a wine flight the actual wines (I had a selection of smooth reds) weren't unique enough to make the concept worthwhile. They might have been OK for sommelier training (they varied just a bit in dryness) but I always though the appeal of a flight was to show off some real variation. Pros: The meat platter we had was excellent. All three choices we had were unique and flavorful. It was the highlight of our dinner. The place is elegant, especially for the neighborhood (although I'm not sure what's up with the shower curtain drapery around the front door). Service was solid although not quite impeccable. Although it was small, the chocolate cake was very tasty. Both Pro and Con: By a good measure, this is probably the best choice for a fancy meal in Forest Hills.

    (3)

  • Cathy H.

    We came here for the pre-fixe dinner on Tuesday night. It is available on Wednesday night as well. We came with our 1 year old son and the restaurant did not have high chairs. Luckily we bought our own. The waiters were all extremely nice about us bringing our son. We got a half bottle of the Gewürztraminer, which was so delicious! It turned out to be two glasses each which was the perfect amount of wine that we wanted. For the pre-fixe, we got the carrot soup and the salad. For the main entree, we got the skate and the paella. For dessert, we got the panna cotta. All the food was very good, especially the skate! It was one of the better fish dishes that I have had in a restaurant recently. We used an opentable coupon with our check. I had heard some restaurants give you a hard time about it but here they gave no trouble at all. The restaurant is a bit far from any subway stations. There is a lot of street parking around.

    (4)

  • Alexandria B.

    I had very high expectations of this place given all the hype. Although the service was defintely 4.5 star service, the food (which is most important to me) was OK. The serrano ham croquettes: definitely get them. So good! Steak: initially my Uncle and Boyfriend had to send them back because they were over cooked (asked for medium rare and initially served well). Pea Ravioli: solid vegetarian choice. The texture within the ravioli was grainy (as to be expected with a veggie filled ravioli), but not enough cheese or something to round out the grainy texture. Duck Live Mouse: Solid - very tasty. There was a thick brown sauce of some sort sitting atop the liver that I wish there was less of. Cheese selection: Believe the rave - solid options and all good. Beet salad: Solid. Lamb: Good, but nothing amazing. Drinks: Bartender knew what he was doing; makes up for the small beer selection. Service: Awesome. When I first walked into the restuarant, not having a hostess stand or something as confusing and the servers let me stand around until the hostess did come by. After my Uncle and Boyfriend sent back their steaks, they were kind enoug to re-do and provide us with free deserts. Once we were seated, all the servers were attentive: you could wave down anyone and they would help. Overall, solid options in Queens for dinner.

    (3)

  • Helen D.

    My boyfriend and I have been looking forward to Danny Brown for several months, and decided to come here for Valentine's Day dinner. Unfortunately the price was jacked up to $80pp (normal prix fixe is $30-40pp). The service was excellent but the food was only ok, and we didn't feel that we got a great value for the price. From what I can discern, the menu offered on Valentine's Day did not have dishes they typically make. We had scallops and foie gras for appetizers, lobster with gnocchi and braised short ribs for entrees, and flourless chocolate cake and vanilla panna cotta for dessert. The best parts of the meal were the melt-in-your-mouth short ribs and delicious, rich chocolate cake. I was very excited for my scallops because I was expecting some plump, juicy ones lining my plate. Instead, there were 3 paper thin pieces of raw... things with a weird, tart sauce. I think the menu should describe this item better so other people don't end up disappointed too. I honestly expected more from a Michelin star dinner, though I would like to come back on a regular day and try the more typical items.

    (3)

  • Michael C.

    I had a chance to try out the only Michelin starred restaurant in Queens as well as the one closest to me. Overall I think it's a great restaurant although being a Michelin rated restaurant definitely set the expectation quite high. I had heard the restaurant is reservation only and I made an early reservation for 5:30 on a Saturday evening on a beautiful evening. When we arrived it was a bit early and seeing how the restaurant was empty decided to walk around and explore the neighborhood before going in. It certainly seems there are many similar more higher scale restaurant on Metropolitan ave in the area. Anyway at first I was a bit skeptical seeing how we were still the only patrons in the restaurants but it soon becomes apparent that most people are just arriving in the 6-8 time frame. The service was definitely very good although toward the end I guess they were much busier and didn't really paid as much attention as they did earlier in the night. They did clean up and actually gave me another glass of champagne when I knocked it over on the floor in my drunken state which was highlight of my night haha. I also noticed I believe the owner stops by quite a number of tables to have a chat with the patrons which does show quite a bit of hospitality. Anyway onto the food. We pretty much got a 3 course meal plus sparking wine and rose wine to celebrate. -Ham croquette - Seeing how a lot of people mentioned this on Yelp definitely thought should give it a try as well. Even though the portion was a bit small the taste was quite exquisite. Its certainly worth a try but I feel for appetizers their cured meat and cold cuts might be a better choice -Pâté de Campagne - Personally my favorite dish of the night, the way the two different types of meat are mixed makes the taste really hard to describe. But it goes so well with bread or just by itself. I personally didn't think it didn't need the mustard and pepper on the side as the meat itself is so flavorful already. -Scallops Gnocchi Special - This was one of the special of the night, although I couldn't remember the exact name of course haha the server recited it quite well however. The scallops were absolutely fresh and huge! Although maybe a bit too raw in the middle the way they cook it but I think the dish overall was pretty good although the beets and carrots on the side were kinda meh... -Flat Iron Steak - Another Yelp favourite and I have to agree. I think Danny does their meat much better than seafood. The steak was so juicy and tender and not a hint of being charred or burnt on the outside when we ordered it medium rare. The frites on the side was quite delicious as well. Certainly my favorite entree of the night -Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta - I think I'm not quite as fond of their desserts compare to the entrees. I wanted to give this a try seeing how the picture shows up in Yelp reviews quite a lot. It tasted a bit like sweeter yogurt or pudding. It's decent although portion wise I thought could be bit more - Espresso Crème Brûlée - A bit too sweet for my taste, but at least the portion was better as the cup is bit deeper than I originally thought. Overall though I thought we probably could have skipped desserts. So for a Michelin rated restaurant I can certainly see why it deserves the recognization for its food. If you do give it a try I would probably hold off on desserts but I definitely would come back again to try more of their meat dishes, while we were leaving I saw other patrons ordered the burger that simply looks mouthwatering. Definitely recommend this place.

    (4)

  • Pierre F.

    I really enjoyed my meal today, food was great, the staff was great. There was an issue with two customers and the manager took care of it perfectly! Last time I was here I said it was good but I wouldn't really be back, a friend gave me a gift certificate so I'm here and I'm glad he did, first time I came it was based on their Michelin Star so expectations were extremely high, little restaurant in Forest Hills getting a Michelin Star, must be unreal. But today I came with a different mind set, the food was amazing! Service was awesome. And I'm looking foward to coming back. Panna was insane! !! Retarded good! I've have it before but theirs is perfectly balance melt in your mouth

    (5)

  • Misa L.

    One of my favorite places to go to in Queens for a little bit of a splurge. Been here twice and haven't had a bad experience yet. Both times we came here, we ordered the meat & cheese board and the wine flights. The wine menu is pretty extensive (as it should..it's a wine bar!) and the sommelier was very helpful and knowledgeable. The food menu is a bit small, but the choices that they have are fantastic. Out of everything I have tried, the only thing I didn't like that much was the rum raisin carrot cake. It wasn't moist enough. Stick with the flourless chocolate cake which was more like chocolate mousse. On Tuesdays & Wednesdays, they have a 3 course pre-fixe for $30 which is a fantastic price for the kind of meal you are getting. Also, not everyone at your table needs to do pre-fixe. Definitely make reservations ahead of time because it gets packed.

    (4)

  • B R.

    I had a wonderful meal. The gnocchis literally melted in my mouth and the espresso creme brûlée was divine. I was in heaven. Great service, too.

    (5)

  • Shanna S.

    The bestie and I wanted to eat at a Michelin star and keep it local. We started with the (inexpensive) wine flight and our server was knowledgable, friendly, and paired us with wine that pleased our palates. We visited during the week and chose the Prix Fix that started with a simple gazpacho or mixed greens. Next time around I would eat less bread and soup to save room for the main. I chose the seafood paella that had a heaping amount of seafood and delicious smokey flavor. The grand finale was a beautifully rich and decadent flourless chocolate cake that I would come back for over and over again. All in all, the reservation was worth it. I'm happy to find a neighborhood eatery that has a complex wine selection, wonderful staff, and classic foods prepared elegantly and thoughtfully.

    (5)

  • Roy P.

    Wine flights are worth the value here and the wine selections are delicious. $14.50 The iron steak was divine and the grilled calamari made me realize that I hate fried calamari, lol. Lastly, the goat cheese and the chorizo were perfection.

    (5)

  • CC M.

    The absolute worst lobster roll I've ever had The bun is terrible and not together so when you bite in the over stuffed lettuce and mayonnaise soaked tiny lobster pieces fall out and you waste your 16$. Never again will I touch anything this place makes.

    (1)

  • Zoe F.

    Wanted to come for a while, and finally came with my best friend. It's a bit out of the way if you want to take public transportation but parking was not hard to find at all, or at least during the time we went. Decor is cute modern and comfortable. Love the open kitchen and service was great. We ordered the meat and cheese, Serrano Ham Croquettes, burger and pasta. My best friend came before and noticed that some of the menu selection have changed and said they use to have the uni pasta, which she loved but they didn't have it anymore. Burger, i thought was delicious. I love how it is served with English muffin instead of the regular burger bun and the patty itself was THIck! The fries that came with it was delicious! Linguine Puttanesca - was pretty good but nothing too crazy about For dessert, we had order the panna cotta, which i thought was good (have had better but still good) and because my best friend made reservations for my birthday, they put a candle on a flourless chocolate cake! I've only had flourless chocolate cake once before, but def a interesting taste, don't think it's my type of dessert.. If i'm around the area, i don't mind coming back for more.

    (4)

  • Shami S.

    So disappointed. This is one of my husband and my favorite restaurants in FH for date night, however tonight, we were both very underwhelmed with the food.. there is something to be said if my husband can make a better steak and I, a better tasting pasta. Clearly an off night for Danny Brown. We usually enjoy our dining experience here. Hopefully its just an off night as we look forward to coming back.

    (3)

  • Rayda F.

    Delicious scents, great service and I love the view of the open kitchen. That staff is moving all the time and they seem super busy. The food here is very good and worth the pricing which is super reasonable. The ambiance is my favorite thing, aside from the food, about coming here. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • NYC C.

    Insanely mediocre. It tries to be a fancy, NYC type restaurant but fails miserable. Sub par food at NYC prices. Lots of other great options in Queens-- this isn't one of them.

    (1)

  • Win C.

    My original dinner plans fell through, but my friends planned a last minute birthday surprise here for me and I was excited to try the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens. Service was top-notched. They had a great wine selection by the bottle and for a very reasonable price. We also had a wine specialist come over to help us choose the perfect bottle. I really enjoyed their Serrano Ham Croquettes starters and the Roasted Skate was absolutely one of the best fish dishes I had in a while. The corn puree and the saffron-tomato vinaigrette were great complements with the skate. However, I did find the Organic Chicken under A Brick and the Confit Of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck to be a bit on the dryer side. Lastly, we all split a Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta and it was amazing! FYI: On yelp, they say Danny Brown is closed at 9:30pm on weekdays, but they stayed open after hours if you're already there so no need to rush through the dinner. Since I had a surprise guest join us for dinner, we spent almost 4 hours at Danny Brown catching up. I had a great time!

    (4)

  • Shakti P.

    First of all, Congrats 'Danny brown wine bar and kitchen" for the Michelin star.I visited this restaurant with my friend on feb 18. we just walked-in and found the place really welcoming. We ordered the 3-course-pre-fixe dinner and a glass of chardonnay each. The overall service was great though the space between tables are really congested. But, the food is really interesting and tasty. Choucroute Garnie and Tuscan bean soup was outstanding and so was mascarpone cheesecake. I would definitely visit again and recommend my friends as well. Things for consideration: #we ordered two glasses of chardonnay and the waiter brought us already poured glasses of wine. It would be more productive in service if the waiter brings a bottle and pour wine in front of the customers. # As we ordered pre-fixe menu, we would definitely want to know the ingredients of the recipes when brought to the table. The fact being the customer though has seen the menu and its description, it would be more informational for the customers for the waiter or runner to describe the ingredients of the recipes. Thank you Danny Brown wine bar and kitchen for the great experience. !!

    (4)

  • Ann C.

    I loved it! I could've spent the entire meal eating just the croquettes and it would've validated its Michelin star. The chicken under a brick is crispy and juicy in all the right places. The steak has these bits of sea salt on it that enhances the flavor of the beef so synergistically that you won't know what hit you. I rarely use words like synergy other than in a mocking way. But I am genuinely impressed. The light and moussey flourless chocolate cake was probably one of the best desserts I've had. It came with creme fraiche floating atop crispy salted nuts. The different flavors and textures on that one dessert plate will come together for the common goal of pleasing your mouth. It was a very satisfying meal..the kind that you feel is actually worthy of its seemingly inflated prices. It's the kind of food that a lot of other restaurants only pretend to cook but still charge the same amount for. Danny Brown is making them look pretty bad right now.

    (5)

  • Saeeun B.

    Loved the open kitchen concept. Dimly lit and very intimate little restaurant. We tried the quail, croquettes, and the gnocchi. The acorn squash gnocchi was especially something to remember. Try out their meat and cheese boards!

    (5)

  • Shelley L.

    This is such a quaint, cute place in Forest Hills. I'm rating it a 4.5. Almost missed it the first time we drove by. We chose Danny Brown's to celebrate our wedding anniversary and they didn't disappoint. The environment is warm and cozy with great service. We ordered the Serrano Ham Croquettes, Grilled Calamari, Spiced Crescent Farms Duck Breast and Zimmerman's Organic Chicken "Under a Brick." All the dishes were hot and fresh, great flavor and you completely forget that you are in Queens. At the end of the meal, we passed on dessert and was surprised with an espresso creme brulee dessert for our anniversary which was delicious!! It was very sweet and thoughtful of them - really added to the experience. It's great to have such a wonderful restaurant in Forest Hills. Highly recommend it for special ocassions.

    (4)

  • Lori L.

    While Queens may not be known best for its fine dining options, Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen is quite the anomaly as the borough's only Michelin-starred restaurant. The restaurant takes its name from the executive chef, whose experiences started in New York, then a myriad of professional kitchens across Europe (L'esguard in Spain, Michel Rostang in Paris, and Osteria Francescana in Italy), and eventually his namesake restaurant in Forest Hills. Since 2006, it's served up a variety of European-inspired plates, a nod to the cuisines that Chef Brown grew familiar with during his years abroad. As many will note, it's difficult to arrive to Danny Brown without a car; it's a substantial walk from the Forest Hills station, so plan accordingly. The interior is smaller than one would first assume, and the pared down decor against pale, modestly-decorated walls bears striking resemblance to a French bistro. Our hostess confirmed our reservation and led us to a table in the foremost dining room, but tables further in will have a clear view of the chefs at work in the open kitchen. A quick skim of the menu, and we were ready to order in a few minutes. I started off with the Serrano Ham Croquettes, which consisted of four croquettes curiously plated in one corner of the square plate. The croquettes were commendably executed; a crisp, well-seasoned exterior was a perfect foil to the piping hot, creamy interior. The pairing with a Saffron Aïoli was a smart choice, pairing a light sweetness and edge to each bite. The bite of the Handmade Potato Gnocchi I had was also exemplary; pillowy, toothsome, and highlighted by the accompanying asparagus and fava beans. To follow, I opted for the pedestrian Organic Chicken. The dish pays homage to the rustic origins of the roast chicken; the half chicken is carefully roasted under a foil-wrapped brick, a technique that simultaneously imparts a crispy skin, but a tender interior. With a side of skillet potatoes dusted with rosemary and sautéed escarole and a final ladle of jus, it becomes a well-balanced, elegant plate. The Confit of Duck is just as good, if not better; the pairing with sliced red pears only brings out the hint of sweetness in the protien. Dinner is not complete without dessert, and the choice of the Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta is a pleasing finish; with a slightly tart Rhubarb Compote, it's a light and seasonally appropriate end to the meal. Danny Brown Wine Bar and Kitchen is, more than anything, a neighborhood spot. It doesn't overpromise on what it says it will deliver: "traditional European cuisines with new cooking ideas in a warm, comfortable atmosphere". For those able to make the journey and wile away several hours, it's a dining experience that's sure to please.

    (4)

  • Andy J.

    Wow. Got it from the Internet. The atmosphere is very good. The dark lights and candles look very nice. Table is a little bit too small. Would come back again!

    (5)

  • Esther E.

    I feel like knowing that Danny Brown has a michelin star colors what I expected of it. If it was just a restaurant without the michelin star, I might have thought it was a decent restaurant. Knowing that it is up to the standard of a michelin star, I expected so much more of its food and even its service. I reserved a table for 13 people which is a lot but the GM was happy to accommodate. We did have to go at 6PM and I had to limit the menu to 3 appetizers and 3 entrees for everyone. We sat by the window and the servers were attentive for the most part. We also brought our own cake and were charged a $45 cake serving fee which was fair. After getting situated, we were given ample bread servings. The waiters were very generous with the bread. The bread was eh..plain and difficult to chew. It was moist though. I ordered a cheese and meat board to share with my boyfriend and he ordered a grilled calamari. The cheeses were eh as well, nothing special. Boyfriend noted the same of the meats. The presentation was beautiful in its simplicity and the board came with a sweet fig compote, honey mustard mix and balsamic. I would say the board is enough to share with maybe 4-5 people though. The grilled calamari was okay as well. The flavor was light but the dish was lacking texture and maybe salt? The shining star is definitely the wine bar aspect of the restaurant. They offer a wide variety of wines but for a wine bar with a michelin star, I would think they could or would speak more about the wine. What about a sommelier? We asked for a recommendation on a white wine and the wine they recommended was wonderful, crisp and a little sweet. For my entree, I had the beet salad appetizer. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors of everything on the plate melded perfectly together. I absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, many others at my table didn't think much of their entrees. My boyfriend mentioned that he came to this restaurant years ago and it was also not memorable. Overall, the food just wasn't worth the price. It's a great place to go on a date especially for the wine but I wouldn't go out of the way for the food here.

    (3)

  • Anis A.

    It is definitely out of the ordinary in the area where it's located. Metropolitan has some great spots to eat at but this place is definitely something else. Their cuisine style is reminiscent of L'Ecole ( French culinary institute restaurant). I ordered the brussel sprouts special salad with a mushroom salad and grilled calamari. The flavors in each of these dishes were exquisite and unique. I found myself enjoying the brussel sprout salad the most, mainly due to the truffle oil it was infused with. My main course was the Salmon, which was quite tasty but I feel the steak may have been a better call. All in all its a great place of you want to spend a little more $ then usual.

    (4)

  • Jacquelene J.

    Hey guys so ... Last night DB's again you don't need too twist my arm too get me to go to my surprise many delicious new additions to the seasonal menu ! As alway service was on par !! I had salmon my friend steak ... Sorry didn't get pics of plates it looked soo succulent I dug in , FYI they now have a stand at Forrest hills tennis club n guess what they serve .... Lobster rolls :) so any event u attend there skip the hotdogs those r for kids n all u skinny minis just eat the lobster I'm sure u won't be disappointed !!! Once again thank u whole DB team is amazing

    (5)

  • Thomas A.

    A 1 Michelin Star rated restaurant in Forest Hills?! Yes my date convinced me to come here because of the rating. The place is pretty obscure, and from the outside, you can't really tell that it was once rated a 1 Michelin Star. The place isn't big. When you walk in you see the bar on the left side with a few tables surrounding the area with an open kitchen in the back so you can the chefs at work. We had no reservations, and we were a walk-in during prime dinner time. Luckily the old lady who was acting as hostess came by and offered us 2 options. We can 1) sit at the bar until a table opened up or 2) take the table in the back next to the kitchen and bathroom. I opted for the table in the back. First of all, they offer a great wine selection. We ordered the 2011 Steele Carneros Pinot Noir. It was delicious. For apps ,we shared the marinated seafood salad. Now, the caveat here is that the place IS a Michelin Star restaurant. What does that usually entail? Quality and not quantity. The Scallops, Shrimp & Squid,Shaved Radicchio, Haricots Verts, Tarragon Pistou & Basil Aïolil packed a flavor punch. It was just plain awesome. For entrees, she had the duck, and I had the off the menu special Filet Mignon. Both were small portions but cooked to perfections and seasoned perfectly. I loved all the foods. For dessert, we shared the flourless chocolate cake. It was okay. Overall, the food was great and the service was greater. It felt like we stayed at the restaurant forever, and the service never poked and prodded or rushed us to leave or place an order. It was great service and great food at its finest.

    (5)

  • Hatsumi T.

    4.5 stars. Go there on Tuesday or Wednesday night. I went there on Friday for celebrating anniversary and we loved there atmosphere and food. So we decided to go back to try their Tuesday and Wednesday Prix Fixe Menu. The way of presentation is sophisticated. This type of food is usually served in Jacket required expensive restaurant, but this place provide this fine food in casual atmosphere. But I recommend not to dress too casual. I feel comfortable in business casual clothes. Again, I recommend you to go there on Tuesday and Wednesday night because they have TUE & WED only three course Prix Fixe Menu for $30. I believe the menu changes monthly. You can check the menu in advance as "special menu additions" on their website. Last night, I tried their Prix Fixe Menu. I found the same or similar menu on the regular menu, so if I order normally, it should have cost $44.50, but that was $30. It was a great deal!! I ordered: 1st Course...Satur Farms' Mixed Greens 2nd Course... Sautéed Skate Dessert...Meyer Lemon Tart with blueberries 1st Couse, Satur Farms' Mixed Greens was made very fresh ingredients and Shallot-Mustard Vinaigrette dressing was very refreshing. 2nd Course, Sautéed Skate came with Speck & Bouillabaisse Sauce. When it was served, this sauce was still bubbling. It was interesting. Also, it came with rice shaped pasta and onions. Also, I found herb like flavor I couldn't get used to in sauce, skate was sautéed perfectly. Top was slightly crispy and the inside was soft. Dessert, Lemon Tart's lemon part was sour and creamy, and the bottom part has mild egg flavor and these sour parts and the bottom part matches. I liked it. I and my boyfriend both surprised how sour it was, but after tasting with the bottom part, we were ready for another bite. My boyfriend is not into sweets, but this sourness seemed attracted him. It was not to Prix Fixe menu, but their Duck is excellent. Also, please try their wine flight. The chef knows very well about wine, so they have a good selection of wine. I will definately come back for my third time eating here.

    (5)

  • Christy L.

    Although the food I tried was very good, something about this restaurant competing in this "level" of dining isn't quite 5 stars, but still a solid choice for a fancier type of night. Excellent choice for a wine bar. This is not Manhattan fine dining, but that doesn't mean you (and by you I mean me) should have shown up in a sweatshirt and leggings... In other words, this is a "nice restaurant", great for an intimate date or special occasion! It's listed as a tapas bar, but it is not imo.... If we rename the tapas as appetizers... Well anyways, let's get on with the food! 1. Ham Croquettes were little tiny mouthfuls of yes and yum. Very appetizing! Loved how many flavors were in such a small little thing. 2. Pate, also delicious and went very well with the red seedy sauce. Although it looks small, it's quite a hearty chunk of meat for $8. 3. Uni linguine in carbonara sauce. $24. This was good, but strange- the uni seemed strange and slimey and kind of fishy tasting thing... But the pasta itself was very delicious, so creamy and unique with scallions cooked in. 4. Duck breast, very good. Not the best duck I've had but still very good. The skin was just mmmm mmm!!! There was a pile of seaweed tasting veggies with mushrooms... And I've gotta say it was very unique and complimenting side to the duck. 5. Espresso creme brûlée, very different, very creamy. Not bad... Thick sugar coating Overall I would say the food here is consistently good across the board and has a flair of uniqueness. They incorporate crazy/unusual tastes and ingredients to familiar dishes and execute it well. There was no warm welcomes here but waiter was very helpful, knowledgable, and attentive. Good service overall. Very well priced wine flights ($16 avg). Heck even the food itself was well priced for what you receive in terms of service, ambiance, and quality.

    (4)

  • Silvia T.

    Excellent wine selection, delicious food that is sure to please, and superb service! Try the large cheese and meat platter (plentiful for four people) and the flourless chocolate cake!

    (5)

  • Phoebe Q.

    This is one of my favorite restaurant in New York. We've been here many times on special occassions. The place was small but cozy and nice. Excellent service, Excellent food and excellent wine. A good place to dine, for special occassions or date with your loved ones.

    (5)

  • Beau V.

    The atmosphere had a nice local, welcoming feeling; though the hostesses didn't dress the part compared to the servers. The area that it's in, you wouldn't expect this from the outside. The food was very good. The portions we perfect, not too filling that you can't have dessert. Presentation was really nice. Service on the other hand was very lacking, our server was Danielle. We waited too long to be acknowledged by the server. Dinner service was good but plates were not cleared as they were finished at all. We were charger for a glass of wine that she forgot to bring and never remembered. Her closing duties came before finishing our service. When she finally did come around she was rushed. Yes I know they closed 30 minutes before that. I expected much more for. $200 dinner for 2.

    (3)

  • Allison S.

    WARNING: It may be in Forest Hills but it's not on Austin Street, that was my first mistake assuming that it was located on Austin Street, this place is located at least another mile down the road. We hopped into a cab but it's walkable in nice weather. Of course we were late but I called the restaurant and they were very accommodating and told us they would hold our reservations since we were very close by car. When we arrived the restaurant was bustling with intimate conversations and laughing groups of people. The demographic are around late 30s to 40s, I felt like a little kid trying to be growth up. But it's ok, no one paid us any mind. Despite that feeling the waitress was very informative and actually seemed a little nervous. But she did a wonderful job. Explaining the dishes and what was popular and good. The food was elegant and well executed. The portions were on the smaller side but honestly it's best because the food is very rich, as is most French food. I had the Red Wine Braised Beef Cheeks served with risotto; the meat was so tender I didn't even need a knife!! The meat just flakes off with a fork. The sauce was rich and flavorful and blended while with the wild mushroom risotto under the beef cheeks. My boyfriend was obsessed with taking the skate because he never had skate but instead opted for the "Brandade" appetizer, which was delicious. Upon presentation, we were looking for the skate but realized after trying the potato puree we realized that the skate was incorporated into the potato, cleaver! The grilled chorizo with the balsamic sauce was yummy, the whole appetizer worked well together. The boyfriend got the Confit duck, since a lot of the reviews raved about it. Again this dish looks small but is very rich that it filled my boyfriend right up, loved the whole grain mustard sauce to give the duck a kick. This is a solid 4.5 eating experience. I just wish it were closer to the train station. If you're looking to spend a little more money and don't want to go to the city, go to Danny Brown. This meal would easily be at least over $250 in the city but $130 with two glasses of wine in Queens. It might seem like a lot but for special occasions we were willing to splurge.

    (5)

  • Karen C.

    Once upon a time a very hungry me joined my family for a dinner at Danny Brown's AKA the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Queens. Then I came back a second time because oh man their food is good. Unfortunately they didn't serve the duck confit the second time around, so I ordered their steak. I mean steak is a big chunk of delicious, juicy meat so how badly could a Michelin-starred restaurant mess it up? I realized the error in my thinking when I was served with a rare steak (Mind you, I ordered it medium-rare because I don't like my steak still mooing when I dig into it.) that was literally inedible. As in, it was so chewy I could not tear it apart with these meat-lovin' canines. I did not send it back because they served it pre-sliced so they would have had to prepare an entirely new plate for me, plus I didn't want to sit there awkwardly waiting for my food as the rest of my family dug into their properly-cooked dinners. Although I don't doubt they would've gladly remade my meal, I'm still a bit displeased that a restaurant held to such high expectations was unable to cook a steak to my desired rarity. For that, Danny Brown, I had to deduct a star. Hopefully the next time will meet expectations.

    (4)

  • Minah S.

    I don't often give 4 stars but this place deserved it (side note: I also learned what a Michelin star was). Small cheeseboard is enough for 4 people unless you're looking to fill your stomachs (Small board: $35 for 5 sauces and 3 meats, 3 cheeses; Large board: $45 for 5 sauces and 5 meats, 5 cheeses). Wait staff was extremely hospitable however, throughout the night, the chef/owner's mother asked me what my name was so that she could remove it on OpenTable (twice, interrupting our conversation), also at one point, when there were just a few tables occupied, she came over and told us we were so "well-behaved." WTH?? Because of this, I could've given 4 stars but I'm only critiquing the food. Look to my photos for pricing, taste and look.

    (5)

  • J. P.

    Would have been 4*; slight downgrade for some wine issues and OK service. Cozy (though a bit tight) interior, especially on a snowy night. We were seated at a table along the front window, which meant repeated cold blasts from the often-opened front door... Food was good to very good, even if nothing really rose to the level of outstanding. The large cured meats & cheese board ($45) had nice variety and was reasonably ample (although if composed a la carte, per the menu there are irritating supplemental charges for condiments, e.g. $1 for cornichons, $1 for mustard, $2 for olives...) We also had the tuna tartare ($16), the roasted beet salad ($13) and the grilled calamari ($13) -- all were very good. For mains, we had the chicken under a brick ($26) - remarkably tender & juicy; the flat iron steak ($32) - a bit tough despite being cooked medium rare; and the linguine sea urchin "carbonara" ($24) - couldn't really taste the "shaved bottarga di tonno", and IMO Esca's spaghetti alla chitarra with uni & crabmeat is a superior version of this dish. For dessert, both the buttermilk vanilla panna cotta ($9) and the flourless chocolate cake ($9.50) were very good. Wines were a mixed bag. Our first bottle, recommended by our waiter (Cabernet Sauvignon, Nadia, Santa Barbara, 2012, $48) didn't go down well - just wasn't a good wine. We worked with the sommelier for our next bottle and narrowed it to two reds; the first was poured for tasting and was not well received, but the second (Tempranillo Viña Alberdi Reserva, Rioja, 2007, $49) was quite good and we were happy with it. Finally, the service: our initial waiter was charming and engaging, but midway through our meal his shift ended and he turned us over to a waitress who was nice but seemed shy and merely workmanlike. Overall we enjoyed our dinner and the restaurant... but I didn't feel the service and all of the food and wine fully matched the prices and ambitions Danny Brown sets for itself.

    (3)

  • Gabriella M.

    Danny Brown is a gem in Forest Hills. I started with a warm goat cheese salad which quickly became a favorite. My guest and I also ordered the Serrano ham croquettes which were delectable, executed to perfection. The atmosphere promises comfort and delectation, the food exquisite and noteworthy.

    (4)

  • Christi G.

    Hands down the best dining experience in Queens. I had the fois gras, duck breast and espresso creme brûlée. Every bite of each course was perfection. Definitely deserves that Michelin rating !!!

    (5)

  • Hal B.

    So, my wife already reviewed this restaurant but I thought it was worth adding my two cents. For the type of food that is being served, the service was quite poor. I would expect someone who was knowledgable about the menu, who wouldn't have to read specials off a pad and who had some engaging personality. I, however, do understand why this is a Michelin-rated restaurant based on what I ordered. The appetizer gnocci may have been the best gnocci I've ever had. Unfortunately, being a loving husband, I swapped with my wife after two bites because she was unhappy with the Tuscan bean soup with truffled croutons. The soup was okay, but I understood why she didn't care for it. For dinner, I had the duck dish that was out-of-this-world. As she noted, we skipped what appeared to be a pedestrian dessert menu for the old-timey ice cream parlor across the street. I am still hesitate to only give four stars but the poor service combined with the restaurant's failure to in any way acknowledge by parents' 40th anniversary costs a star. The menu is also very hit-or-miss as certain dishes (gnocci, duck, burger) were all incredbile while others (Salmon, Chicken-under-brick, Tuscan bean soup were mediocre). I will go back and hope for a different waiter/waitress to give this restaurant a second chance (and to re-order the gnocci).

    (4)

  • Caasi M.

    Loved it. I was in the mood for something new, so my first thought was to head to Manhattan. My bf didn't feel like driving, and he's my driver lol, so I went on a mission to find a nice restaurant in Queens. Happy I did! FYI: The menu linked to Yelp isn't 100% accurate. I wanted to try this place bc of the Yelp pics of the Carbonara pasta and Risotto, but neither of these options were available. I was disappointed but once I order, that quickly went away. ALSO, the bf and I made a 5pm reservation. They open for dinner at 5pm so I can't really comment on how busy it can be or if reservations are definitely needed. Anyway... APP: Hand Made Ricotta Gnocchi....5 stars. Cooked perfectly. Good flavor combo. Nice size portion. Tuna Tartare.....my bf seemed to love this dish. I didn't try it bc I'm allergic to fish. But if tuna is your thing, I'd say go for it. ENTREE: Roasted Loin Of Lamb....5 stars. Lamb was tender. Sauce was reallyyy tasty. Organic Chicken Under A Brick....5 stars. Awesome crust on the chicken that makes me want to learn how to make this at home. Yummy potatoes and vinegary escarole went well with the chicken. DESSERT: Roasted Peach.....2 stars. Good concept. It was peeled perfectly and looked good, but tasted like a regular peach I would buy from a fruit stand. The pistachio sauce it was paired with also didn't wow me. I'd try a different dessert next time. SERVICE: 4 stars....our waitress was okay. She was a little soft spoken, didn't hear the daily special and didn't bother asking her to repeat herself. But, the bus boys kept our water glasses full and cleared our plates almost immediately after we finished eating. Awesome. BILL: $115 for 2 of us. We only drank water. OVERALL: Would def recommend. Great hidden gem in Queens.

    (5)

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