Gather ’round, my readers, for a tale of my new favourite restaurant in the city of Halifax. Brooklyn Warehouse (@BrooklynHalifax) is one of those tucked away gems that you might not come across unless you’re attending an event at the Forum or live in the area.
I had heard so many great things about the place from foodies and friends alike that I recommended it to Cokebaby’s brother when he was looking for a new spot to check out for brunch. He and his wife returned with such rave reviews that we had to finally try it out for ourselves.
We loved it.
How can I express my love of Brooklyn Warehouse? Hypothetically, let’s say I’d divorce brownie husband and leave our chocolate chip kids behind if I could marry the menu. (Sorry, Cokebaby.)
First thing’s first. Yes, the Brooklyn Burger is all that: 7 oz. Oulton’s organic N.S. beef, Quebec raw cheddar, Brother’s smoked back-bacon, red pepper mayo, tomato, onion, and pickle, served with oven roasted potato wedges ($12). It’s been named one of the Top Five Burgers In Canada by Chatelaine Magazine in 2009. And was 1st Runner-Up 2009, 2nd Runner-Up 2008 in The Coast’s Best of Food.
Here’s the rub though. If you know me, you know I love a good burger. And, this is one fine burger. But, I’ve got to say, the rest of the menu is pretty spectacular. So, I’m going to say it. If you’re going to Brooklyn Warehouse, the burger isn’t the best thing on the menu. Think about what that means.
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My fave dish so far has to be the rabbit: Braised rabbit’s leg and a loin stuffed with ham hock, served with mushroom smash & roast carrots ($20). I have no idea what the chef does to the smash but it’s sweet and buttery taste bud nirvana.
Cokebaby, on the other hand, swears by the pork chop: Propeller root beer brine, vanilla-whiskey drizzle, bacon-cider risotto, served with roast vegetables ($21). In fact, he ordered the same meal twice in a row. He never does that. In fact, he makes fun of me for being so predictable.
Anything served with risotto is a good bet. The chef here has really perfected the art. Obviously this isn’t a place for vegans although there are a couple items on the menu for that crowd. But, if you’re into local eating, this is definitely one of the spots to go in the city. They even have a specially brewed beer from Propeller Brewing Company called the Brooklyn Dark ($5 for 12 oz. glass, $7 for 18 oz. pint, $ 18 for 64 oz. growler).
The atmosphere is warm but simple, the service always attentive and knowledgeable. There’s a prixx- fixx 3 course menu on Tuesdays and on Wednesday nights they offer $1 BYOB corkage (which is also applicable throughout the week for all Nova Scotian wines).
Even though we were just there on Monday night prior to the Jesse Cook concert, I have serious thoughts about going back tonight for my birthday. That’s crazy talk though, right?
Kimberly Walsh is a social media and online community manager. You can follow her on Twitter @AliasGrace.
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I LUV the Warehouse! My mom and I have gone there so much the owner knows us lol. I live right around the corner on Dublin St so luckily I can go anytime I want. That’s why I love my hood – there’s such great small businesses in the area. The Brooklyn Burger is my favourite thing on the menu and I’m practically a vegetarian lol
Bessy: Thanks for being one of many to recommend the spot. I really want to check out the prixx-fixx and the brunch some time.
Kim: LOL. I’m a “non-practicing” vegetarian myself. Burgers are my weakness but everything on their menu is pretty amazing. Aren’t you lucky to be living nearby?!
The burger is now $16!!!! and It was terrible, I appreciate the local ingredients but I felt like this burger should have come with a flavor coach describing to me what I should be tasting while I was eating it, because all I could taste was the pickles and the cheese.
Confused as to how this burger won any awards. I’m sure that the other items on the menu are amazing, but I was actually really saddened and confused by the whole experience.
Luke: I hope you can put aside your disappointment with the Brooklyn Burger and try their other menu items. Despite the awards, it’s definitely not the best they have to offer IMHO. Every single other thing I’ve had there has been amazing though. I’d definitely recommend the pork chop. Hands down the best thing to come out of that kitchen along with the risotto.
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