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BREUKELEN BRASSERIE to soon open at 710 Nostrand (corner of Prospect) - Page 3 — Brooklynian

BREUKELEN BRASSERIE to soon open at 710 Nostrand (corner of Prospect)

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  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    I think a restaurant with plates priced at under $10 is exactly what we need. 
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    I am hearing that he may make his April 1 goal.
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited April 2015
    Q:  Why hasn't this place opened yet?    

    A trusted source informs me that the hold up is reportedly getting the permits in order.    I.E.   BREUKELEN BRASSERIE feels it has a kitchen that is ready, but it either can't get DOH to look at it, or DOH looked at it but does not agree.

    As discussed above, the operators are willing to open before they get their liquor permit.   That's good, because that is still pending also:  https://www.tran.sla.ny.gov/servlet/ApplicationServlet?pageName=com.ibm.nysla.data.publicquery.PublicQuerySuccessfulResultsPage&validated=true&serialNumber=1283346&licenseType=OP

    Hopefully this will get sorted out by May 15th.
  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
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  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    Awning is up!
  • Dawndew
    Dawndew
    they should have steam cleaned the brickwork for this great awning. ouch!
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited April 2015
    From a tenant's perspective, "steam cleaning the exterior of the building is the landlord's responsibility".

    From a landlord's perspective, "we got a tenant at the rent we wanted without having to pay for steam cleaning. Why would we do it?"
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited April 2015
    Here is a shot of each storefront. While I wasn't looking, Exquisite became Basic Needs image
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  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    Rumor has it that, in light of the failure of nearby Two Saints to obtain a dining crowd, Breukelen Brasserie has changed their mind and is waiting until they are able to serve alcohol.

    Lic is still pending: https://www.tran.sla.ny.gov/servlet/ApplicationServlet?pageName=com.ibm.nysla.data.publicquery.PublicQuerySuccessfulResultsPage&validated=true&serialNumber=1283346&licenseType=OP

  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    Did Two Saints really fail to attract a dining crowd? I never thought that they were even TRYING to attract a dining crowd. The cafe never really got off the ground, the service was pretty awful during the day, and the extent of the food options were donuts. Also, they don't have an evening menu or anything....
  • prospectnostrand
    prospectnostrand
    I had no idea Two Saints had any type of food. 

    Sad to hear BK Brasserie is waiting to open. I've been looking forward to it!
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited June 2015
    It is not clear to me how much effort Two Saints has put into the dining aspect of their business. At the start, it seemed as if they wanted to be both a coffeeshop and a bar. Equal ratio of each.

    Now, they seem to be putting very little effort toward the coffee shop crowd, while nearby Lula Bagel seems to continue to do well. Food and coffee are a central parts of Lula's identity.

    The new place (Breukelen) stated that they would have a larger focus on food than alcohol.

    I believe that Nostrand has a number of laptop and tablet people looking for a place to spend time and money. So far, they have not chosen Two Saints. It does not have the tables, outlets, and visibility many coffee shop customers seek.

    I am interested in seeing how B Bra proceeds. I think a coffee place with big tables, food, wifi and alcohol could thrive on Nostrand. I believe there is customer base that is ready. The nearby place on Rogers (Manhattanville) seems to be doing quite well.

  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    I think Breukelen Brasserie will thrive. And since they have a strong small plates dining focus, waiting until they can get the booze and wine flowing along with the food is a good decision, I think. 
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited June 2015
    Their location on Franklin seems to be equal parts food and coffee, with some beer and and wine. They have created a dine in, spend lots of time here, experience.

    ...that experience could give him a leg up on Two Saints. The little bagel place and coffee shop that Mike D runs are mainly take out places.

    My sense is that the local customer bases wants some place big and comfortable where they can enjoy time outside of their cramped apartments, and potentially be seen and approached by someone good looking.

    I think B Bra gets that, whereas Two Saints has created a setting that is too formal, and perhaps too intimidating for such "first contacts" during the day. For example, one can not see into Two Saints from the street. During the day, how is anyone supposed to know whether anyone is good looking in there before they go in?

    Once inside, the layout it is not really condusive to meeting NEW people during the day. ...whereas coffee shops have big tables that facilitate -um- offering and getting assistance using a website from good looking people.
  • epiclylaterd
    epiclylaterd
    I definitely noticed that about the windows. I thought it was an odd choice.
  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    My beef with the windows at Two Saints is that they are never clean. Always streaky! I compare with the exquisite beauty of Colina Cuervo, and their daily window cleaning, and I pick Colina every time for my coffee. Maybe I am weird.
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    edited June 2015
    An inherent part of being weird is being unique. Although I am not aware of their reasons, I see others doing the same thing.

    Hence, you are not weird.
  • maxdef
    maxdef
    True. Black covers on the windows is a bad choice. It's a pity it opens at 4pm now. I loved sitting there in the morning for breakfast (they did have very good croissants) waiting for my laundry. My laudromat is next door.
  • jdkanuck
    jdkanuck
    Brooklyn Brasserie is now open. I went last night for dinner, it was really delicious. Small plate menu all priced under $10. I recommend the escargot, they were fantastic. The owners were really friendly. Great addition to the neighborhood.
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    Alc lic is in place as well: https://www.tran.sla.ny.gov/servlet/ApplicationServlet?pageName=com.ibm.nysla.data.publicquery.PublicQuerySuccessfulResultsPage&validated=true&serialNumber=1283346&licenseType=OP
  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    More details!!!! I'm trapped in Schnectady and unable to come this weekend.

    Who would have thought that Nostrand Ave would offer escargot before any place on Franklin?
  • jdkanuck
    jdkanuck
    Ok, more details. 

    The wine list is all french natural wines which I think means they don't have any additives or added yeast. We tried 2-3 different reds and they were all good. Wines are priced at about 9/glass, but they also have 1/2 liter and liter options for white, rose, and red wine. those are priced at $15 and $30 respectively. They had 3-4 french beers on tap. I heard the owners talking about some happy hour special, but I didn't really catch what the deal was.

    The menu is small and has two sections, salads and tartines. The tartines are like a piece of chewy bread and then it is topped with things like either escargot, or mackerel, avocado and egg, etc...they were good. 

    For salads they had nicoise, salmon, etc.

    It also looks like they have a very serious espresso set up and a little case for pastries. We were there at night and they didn't have any pastries, but I assume during the day this will be stocked up.

    The space is nice and open. Opposed to two saints, their windows are big, clean and bright. A huge bonus.
  • homeowner
    homeowner
    The guy at the bar said coffee and pastries in the am are coming. Just a note, they currently have no credit card system (or at least it wasn't working when I was there) so it is cash only. The waiter failed to tell us that until after we had ordered drinks, so make sure you ask.
  • maxdef
    maxdef
    Just went tonight. Great place. It did not go very smoothly, but it's only their second day, I forgive them.
    Note that they carry 4 beers on tap : Stella cider, 1664 blonde (pilsner), 1664 blanche (white), and a wild goose. The 1664 white ("seize blanche", in french) is definitely my favorite.
    One salade, one tartine, and two beers, for $29.
    The music is really good (I noticed some James Blake tunes)
    I'll go back fore sure.
  • dac545
    dac545
    Wild Goose?  Do you mean Goose Island? 
  • suppleknuckles
    suppleknuckles
    anyone got any pics? or knowledge of when they close? i'd love to swing by after work but i would hate for it to be closed
  • homeowner
    homeowner
    I didn't get their hours, but they were open pretty late on Saturday. We left about 10:45pm and they showed no signs of shutting down any time soon.
  • maxdef
    maxdef
    @dac545 : yes, Goose Island.
  • whynot_31
    whynot_31
    As mentioned above, the owners originally planned to be open from 7AM to 1 AM, 7 days a week.

    Of course, they could reduce those hours if they don't see the demand, and then increase them once they believe the area is ready.
  • crownheightster
    crownheightster
    What a beautiful space. It is already pretty crowded during happy hours. $4 beers, wines and wells, $1 oysters, and salads/french-style bruschettas to start. Entrees and lunch starts in the next two weeks. AMAZING addition to Nostrand. I can't believe we are getting escargot before Franklin Ave.
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