
Relaxed storefront serving lesser known Italian pastas & small plates plus wine & backyard seating.
Hours
| Sunday | 12–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 702 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: (929) 250-2875
Website: http://www.ammazzacaffe.nyc/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: resy.com
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Atmosphere & Service: 10/10
We grabbed a late 10 PM Saturday night Resy and the space still felt welcoming. The bar was spotless, the decor stylish but comfortable, and the service was excellent. Josh was warm, attentive, and service never felt rushed. Presentation on every dish was elegant and thoughtful.
Starters : 9/10
• Sunchoke ($22): Beautiful salt-baked prep with hazelnut pesto, yogurt, and apple. Creative, layered, and earthy.
• Barbabietole ($19): Roasted beets with smoked ricotta and pickled figs. Gorgeous on the plate, subtle on the palate. It was balanced but leaned more refined than bold.
Mains : 8.5/10
• Cavatelli ($30): Crab, corn, Sungold tomato, coral butter. Fresh, seasonal, and well-executed. It was light yet rich, a summer-forward pasta.
• Linguini ($30): Cockle clams with ramp pesto and yuzu kosho. Briny and bright, with a nice pop of citrus. Well-made but didn’t quite deliver a “wow” factor.
Drinks : 8/10
• Hazy Tropics ($17): Tropical, refreshing, and slightly smoky. A solid cocktail.
• Espresso Martini ($17): Smooth and well-balanced. As expected, no complaints.
Value : 8/10
Subtotal: $135
With tax + tip: $179.32. For two people, it’s on the pricier side, but aligned with Williamsburg dining standards.
Overall Impression : 8/10
Ammazza Café delivers excellent service, gorgeous plating, and a stylish, clean setting. The food was thoughtfully prepared, but none of the dishes quite leapt off the table as unforgettable. Still, it left us wanting to return and explore more of the menu. A great dining experience. The experience was elegant, and enjoyable, even if the food didnt completely blow us away.
Would definitely recommend for a bite to eat, and it also seems like a perfect place to swing by for a glass of wine.
The handmade Agnolotti pasta dish was the true standout for me; stuffed with ricotta almond pesto, drizzled with balsamic, and buried under a glorious heap of cheese. Hands down, the best pasta I’ve ever had. Nothing else even comes close. It’s truly unforgettable.
The pork belly skewer with cherry pepper mayo and agro dolce was another hit; crispy, juicy, and packed with sweet heat and richness. The meatballs(best meatballs I ever had btw) were deeply savory and rich, and the beet salad had such a nice contrast, creamy smoked ricotta with a touch of pistachio.
And the desserts? Don’t miss them. The brownie with ice cream was indulgent in the best way, and the cheesecake with yuzu cream was insanely smooth and bright.
The space itself is warm and intimate, perfect for a relaxed dinner, a romantic date, or catching up with friends. On Sundays they have live jazz band, which is such a nice vibe while having dinner. You can tell the team here puts heart into every detail of the experience.
I’m already counting down the days until I can go back. Easily one of Brooklyn’s best, and honestly, one of the best in all of New York.
However, I’m not sold on the skewers as a concept, it’s just one grilled, tiny piece of seafood, I don’t believe there’s really anything special about it. I would have liked more options for the appetizers instead.
The restaurant is quite beautiful, rustic, simple, cozy and elegant, great atmosphere. and we were lucky enough to be there on jazz night.
Loved the service, everyone was nice and professional, they didn’t rush us but they were attentive.
Great experience overall, I’m definitely going back.