Esme - Brooklyn

Have been going for the last 7 years. One of the top restaurants in Greenpoint. They upped their game recently. Service is always great.

Esme is definitely sceney. If you want to feel like you’re being seen while eating brunch, this is the spot. Food was okay, I opted in for the burger while my sister went for the huevos rancheros and my cousin went for the smoked salmon. The burger was good and the fries were crisp. My sister enjoyed the huevos and the smoked salmon was also good. The cool thing was that when we asked to have the bread replaced for the smoked salmon (we originally had the hard end of the bread, making it hard to cut through), Esme replaced it without issue. Overall the food was good, but just small. Plan to share French toast or pancakes if you come here for brunch. Service was fire though. We loved our server and he was ready and willing to come with recommendations.

Oct 2023 update: the eggs Benedict were amazing. I didn't love the French toast, but it was still yummy. Jan 2022: Cheeseburger is one of the best in Greenpoint. Definitely will be returning.

My wife and I shared our special day at the restaurant after trying it once before and loving all of the food! They were able to accommodate our party of 10 with ease. The outdoor patio was beautiful and the perfect location for an intimate dinner. The staff were incredible and efficient. They even brought out a round of champagne for us which was very sweet. The food was also stunning. Every single dish was a hit and everyone left full and happy. If you are wondering if Esme is a good option for your next event or date night do not look any further. This is the spot!

Great food! Boring menu. Not sure how this place still exists.