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Robin des Bois

195 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11201-6410
Phone: (718) 596-1609
Robin des Bois
Price:
$$
Cross Street:
Between Warren Street and Baltic Street
Directions:
F; G at Bergen St
Best of Citysearch:
Fireside Dining 2007, Outdoor Bar 2004, Outdoor Bar 2004
Hours:
Mon-Thu 4pm-12am, Fri 12pm-1am, Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-12am

Editorial Review for Robin des Bois – by Justin Hartung

In Short
A massive chandelier, fireplace and decade-spanning antiques make for a cozy interior while the plant-strewn, festively decorated backyard more than earns its "Sherwood Forest" nickname. Weekend partyers mix with the nabe's locals and artists, who covet the vintage French movie posters lining the walls. All are drawn by the basic bistro fare--including mussels, steak with potatoes gratin and croque monsieur--and international tangents like couscous with meguez and chili-rubbed pork loin.

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Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Reservations are available for parties of six or more.

What to Drink

There's a good selection of cheap wines by the glass, including a mellow $6 Cotes du Rhones.

Brunch

The popular brunch menu includes eggs baked with gruyere and ham.

The Extras

The antiques and art are available to rent for movie shoots.

User Reviews for Robin des Bois

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/16/2008 Posted by restauranthopper2

I took an out of town guest here for dinner last night and we loved our experience at Robin des Bois. Everyone who worked there was friendly and professional. Attentive but not overbearing and they did not rush us at all even though we had one of the coveted patio tables. Speaking of the patio, it is one of the loveliest spots I have had dinner in a long time. We started our dinner with cocktails, my friend had the beet salad and I had the gazpacho. For our main course she had the salmon and I had the goat cheese & tomato sandwich. We also had some wasabi mashed potatoes which were out of this world (and one of the specials that night)! For dessert we shared the warm chocolate cake which was delicious and very rich- you could taste the cocoa. While this place is cash only, you can't beat the prices! Our total bill was less than $65 for very high quality food and service. I will be back again soon and recommend it to everyone.

Pros: Beautiful patio, incredible food

Cons: cash only

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/21/2008 Posted by brigitteaa

I've been going to - and loving - Robin de Bois for years now. This weekend I had a revelation: the food is actually getting better. I found this unusual - most places that have been around for awhile and have a dedicated following become apathetic, and the quality of the food declines. Not here - just the opposite in fact. I had the sea bass special, with mashed potatoes, after starting with the tuna tartare and the wild mushroom salad. It is particularly amazing when you see the size of the kitchen (tiny!). The decor is fun, the wine is great, the food is fantastic, and the prices are reasonable. I'm so excited that the nice weather is here too to be able to sit outside in their beautiful garden.

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Editor's Review

An Edenic backyard, charmingly ramshackle dining room and bistro classics draw diners to this Smith Street pioneer.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Reservations are available for parties of six or more.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 4pm-12am
  • Fri 12pm-1am
  • Sat 11am-1am
  • Sun 11am-12am

Cuisines

  • Eclectic & International
  • French

Payment Types

  • Cash

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Carry Out
  • Local Favorites
  • Romantic Dining
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Lunch Spot
  • Brunch
  • Fireplace

Recognition for Robin des Bois

2007 Editorial Winner - Fireside Dining
2004 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar
2004 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar

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