I have not been inspired to write for some time, as I had not come across food that has wowed me in awhile. However, I think what I was needing was some variety. Something different than what I am used to being served or serving. Thus, during a trip to visit one of my favorite people to eat with in Brooklyn, when asked "what do you want to eat?" I gave thoughtful consideration to what I have been missing in my life. I decided not only have I been missing authentic Italian food but when in New York City...
Frankie's is everything you want in an Italian restaurant. Modestly set on Court St. in Brooklyn, its small and warm entrance stands out among brownstones and storefronts and draws you right in. The interior is cozy and the low lights and rich wood exemplify this, yet with true simplicity. There are a few tables right as you walk in next to a window looking out onto the street. A long bar separates the front from the back of the restaurant where there are just a few more tables. We sat in the front looking out onto the street. The menu is very simple as are the ingredients. To my delight, there are no heavy sauces, overly breaded foods, and the menu states that locally grown foods are used as much as possible. I already love this place.
We start with a cheese board appetizer which allows us to select from a menu of eclectic cheeses. The board comes with small portions and a few bite-size crustinis, which is perfect because it tastefully warms your appetite. For dinner, I ordered one of the house specials: cavatelli with hot sausage and sage butter. I have never had cavatelli and did not know what to expect of a seemingly simple dish. Yet, once I tasted this meal so many fresh flavors harmoniously melted in my mouth. The pasta was homemade and actually melted in your mouth. The butter was very lightly tossed on the pasta and infused with the aroma and taste of fresh sage. The sausage was also light, fresh, and perfectly spiced. This was, by far, the best pasta dish I have ever had. This amazing experience was enhanced with a great bottle of red wine and a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with one of my closest friends. I could not have asked for a more enjoyable evening.
Frankie's is everything you want in an Italian restaurant. Modestly set on Court St. in Brooklyn, its small and warm entrance stands out among brownstones and storefronts and draws you right in. The interior is cozy and the low lights and rich wood exemplify this, yet with true simplicity. There are a few tables right as you walk in next to a window looking out onto the street. A long bar separates the front from the back of the restaurant where there are just a few more tables. We sat in the front looking out onto the street. The menu is very simple as are the ingredients. To my delight, there are no heavy sauces, overly breaded foods, and the menu states that locally grown foods are used as much as possible. I already love this place.
We start with a cheese board appetizer which allows us to select from a menu of eclectic cheeses. The board comes with small portions and a few bite-size crustinis, which is perfect because it tastefully warms your appetite. For dinner, I ordered one of the house specials: cavatelli with hot sausage and sage butter. I have never had cavatelli and did not know what to expect of a seemingly simple dish. Yet, once I tasted this meal so many fresh flavors harmoniously melted in my mouth. The pasta was homemade and actually melted in your mouth. The butter was very lightly tossed on the pasta and infused with the aroma and taste of fresh sage. The sausage was also light, fresh, and perfectly spiced. This was, by far, the best pasta dish I have ever had. This amazing experience was enhanced with a great bottle of red wine and a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with one of my closest friends. I could not have asked for a more enjoyable evening.
