Bacchus
Brooklyn, NY 11217-1702
Phone: (718) 852-1572
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Between Bond Street and Nevins Street
- Directions:
- F at Jay St or Bergen St
- Best of Citysearch:
- French Food 2005
- Hours:
- Sun-Tue 12pm-10pm, Wed-Sat 11am-12am
Editorial Review for Bacchus – by Dana Bowen
The Scene
Another French bistro is the last thing this neighborhood needed, but that hasn't stopped Smith Street locals from showing up in droves. The railroad dining room, decorated with antique wine presses, distressed mirrors and simple wood tables, attracts a laid-back yet food-serious crowd. If you're feeling social, sit in the clubby bar area, where the gregarious owners chat up regulars; the wood-wrapped back room and leafy, smoke-friendly garden is more relaxing.
The Food
It's surprising just how good familiar French bistro food can be. Rich-stocked French onion soup is chock-full of caramelized onions under a bubbly blanket of cheese. Steak frites--juicy, buttery (sometimes too much so) and nicely charred--arrives with a heap of crispy fries, and homey dishes, like moist roasted rabbit in a mustardy glaze, couldn't be more satisfying. Only a loose creme brulee and uninspired cheese-charcuterie plate can stand improvement.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThere's something for everyone, with more than 30 wines by the glass and more than 200 bottle options.
User Reviews for Bacchus
10/21/2007 Posted by foodiemamma
What makes this a gem is its every day simplicity. Service is so friendly and consistent, as is the food. Wednesday 2 for 1 entrees is an absolute steal! The wait staff is always friendly and offers great wine suggestions. This is our neighborhood standby.
Pros: good wine, solid food, outdoor garden, family friendly, great value, comfortable and relaxed
Cons: cash only (just my opinion)
07/19/2007 Posted by pcsii
I really like Bacchus for what it is, namely a bistro. It's meant for sitting outside and lazily eating some bistro style food. Granted, the menu is a little ambitious in some respects, but if you stick to the basics you won't be disappointed. Don't go here for a quick bite - the service can inconsistent. But if you want to hang out with a nice glass of wine or a good beer and some steak frites in a pleasant garden, I highly recommend.
Pros: great place for a simple, relaxing meal
Cons: service can be slow
