The Commodore 366 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211

"I've never before left a negative review online, even after plenty of poor dining experiences. Every restaurant has their off-nights, after all. But at Commodore... they consistently treat customers with apathy and a "we don't need your business" attitude, assuming their locally famed chicken and a good location will keep new customers rolling in, even if they don't return again. The volume of heavily negative reviews due to poor treatment from arrogant bar staff are not unwarranted or coincidental. I'm fine with staff being direct, at times in New York it's almost famed, something staff play up to as part of the dining experience. Not at Commodore - it's just inexplicable, legitimate arrogance. The food, while fine, is absolutely nowhere near good enough to justify the attitude that comes with it. The complacency is remarkable, and eventually I think it will cost them. And when it does, the 'too cool to be here' bartenders will move on elsewhere without a care, and the owners might be left regretting never addressing a single one of the negative reviews you could read (notice no replies to anyone, either positive or negative), or making the slightest attempt to improve. The money must be too good for now to make the effort.. but it never, ever lasts. My advice to others in the neighborhood, or anyone visiting: take your money to any of the other much more deserving local businesses that won't treat you with total contempt. I regret giving this place multiple chances, and more fool me for doing so."

"We came here on a Sunday night around peak dinner time and were able to get a table. It’s self seating and you’ll have to order at the bar but service is quick and the food is even better. The fried chicken plate is a gem. Definitely some of the best fried chicken you can get in NYC. The last time we had it was almost a half a decade ago and it was still as amazing as the first time. Perfectly fried and all meat, barely any bone which was surprising and highly appreciated. The tuna melt was also fantastic, mixed with both red and white onion. The kale Caesar was slightly on the salty side but made a refreshing break between the fried chicken. Fries are fries, portion was huge. We spent about $70 dollars including tip for everything. Great place with even greater food! Would recommend."

"The Commodore is one of my all time favorite places to get brunch in Brooklyn. We’ve been many times and have had several things on the menu. It’s a bit of a no-frills kind of place where the bartender lovingly ignores you, and there is no wait staff. You order at the bar and take a number to your table for the food to be delivered. Despite the divey-atmosphere, their food is unexpectedly good. Their Chicken Biscuit has a honey glaze that’s a perfect complement to the crispy fried chicken. I haven’t had a chicken biscuit that compares, and I now live in Charleston, SC. We’ve also had their nachos, and their kale salad which were really great. I also love their emphasis on frozen beach drinks. I end up drinking at least one Piña Colada every time I visit. Overall, The Commodore is a great place to meet with friends and have a few drinks and some good food. Nice relaxed atmosphere (no brunch lines), killer food, great drinks — You really can’t ask for more in Brooklyn."

"The people were nice and the biscuits with honey were amazing. Bartender was nice too. The only problem is that I came to try their fried chicken and it was too much batter. I will leave a picture if everything that was batter. It was kind of ridiculous. If they could make that chicken with 1/5 of the batter I think it would be much better. It has an alright taste but it just kept breaking and making a mess everywhere. I kind of want to go again but I also don’t want to be disappointed again."

"We went pretty late, but luckily were able to find a booth to sit and eat at. It’s an order at the bar and the server comes to your table type spot. The medium spiced chicken sandwich was really good and filling. The burger was good as well, but their fried chicken is what they’re known for. If you’re thinking about sides, definitely get the Mac and cheese and the sautéed kale was also really tasty."