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Graziella's Brooklyn Reviews List

Graziella's Brooklyn

In May of 2004, Vito Randazzo and father-in-law, Louis Devivo, converted an empty garage space into Fort Greene's most authentic Italian restaurant. At Graziella's, we believe in using quality ingredients and serving up great portions. We take our name from Vito's Sicilian mother, and some of her original recipes can even be found on the menu (like her amazing chickpea panelle). Our famous pizzas start with Italian flour and tomatoes, then bake in a 100% wood-burning brick oven. With 11 pizzas to choose from, there's something for everyone, but you won't want to miss our other dishes: the Mediterranean grilled octopus is a menu favorite, as is the eggplant rollatini, and if you want fish it's delivered here daily.

We're a family-owned, family-friendly restaurant, and a great spot for groups or private parties up to 80 people. From May through September, you can even dine on our charming rooftop patio, complete with great views of the city.
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25 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(25 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 25 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(14)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
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Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(17)
  • kid-friendly(14)
  • good for groups(12)
  • fit for foodies(10)
  • great for outdoor dining(7)
  • great for lunch(3)
Graziella's Brooklyn Reviews List
Review 1 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My family loves Graziella's

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great Pizza, tasty pasta dishes and good service round out a pleasant family dining experience. We already like the neighborhood and the restaurant fits right in with a laid back, welcoming vibe."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Afternoon Meal

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food is good. Staff very friendly. Family had a great time."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Graziellas is one of my favorite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Graziellas is one of my favorite restaurants in Fort Greene. Good, classic Italian food in a cozy setting. Friendly and attentive service. The meatballs are amazing and the pastas I tried were all great. Nice place for a family dinner."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2003
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The pizza with arugula & parm

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The pizza with arugula & parm is outstanding."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything a neighborhood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything a neighborhood Italian restaurant should be with food that was much better than what you would expect in such a unpretentious place."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great spot for pre concert food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The staff is so cool, friendly and welcoming! Hostess, bar staff and servers know how to make guests feel like long lost friends. Went for a quick bite with friends before Alicia Keys concert, (at Barclays), arrived 45 minutes late, and still receved generous attention and food suggestions. Try the pizza with clams and the house-special calamari. Will definitely be back!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a pleasure

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"great neighborhood spot with spot on food and great service."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Italian in Brooklyn

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Couldn't have found a better place in the area. Parents came in for the weekend and we ended up there twice for dinner! Owner was behind the bar and was very friendly and helpful. Food was ridiculously good. Definitely recommend the pizza and the chicken parm. Just glad they deliver for next time!!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Salads and appetizers were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Salads and appetizers were delicious. My black bass special was pretty good, but everyone else's dishes were excellent. They brought cannolis at the end, on the house! Will return, and may travel to Fort Green just to do so."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pleasant, tasty, but, as

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pleasant, tasty, but, as of now, still not too crowded. One of the few places in nyc, where u arent an unwilling but active part of the neighboring table's conversations."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Their brick oven pizza is

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Their brick oven pizza is delicious. Remember to have the fig ice cream for dessert!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great place for lunch or dinner

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great place for lunch or dinner with kids. Good value for your money. Delicious food and friendly staff! Definitely our neighbourhood hot-spot!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 13 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

An Italian Gem in Brooklyn

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"From the outside looking in, this restaurant doesn't appeal. So if you are thinking about passing it by, don't.
You'd be making a BIG mistake. The food really shines here. Somebody knows how to cook here, because the food is delicious.
Copious portions too. A very simple italian menu awaits, but they have excellent blackboard specials too. If you just want pizza and a glass of wine, the pizza competes with the best of them. Very reasonable quality wines by the bottle. All in all, a very enjoyable dining experience.
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Dined on 02/07/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always great food and great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"As always great food and great service!"
Dined on 02/05/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Graziella's Brooklyn
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good food and friendly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very good food and friendly wait staff. Good place to go before an event at Barclays."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Graziella's Brooklyn
Based on the average of (10) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Ambiance 
3.4 / 5
(Very Good) 3.4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic