Best Restaurants for People Watching in Gowanus

Last night’s experience was hands down the best food we have ever had. Every single dish was absolutely flawless, and the chefs truly outdid themselves. There wasn’t a single thing we didn’t enjoy—it was perfection from start to finish. The service was equally incredible; attentive, friendly, and made us feel so welcome. The atmosphere was intimate and radiated authentic Italian vibes, creating the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening. We haven’t even had food this good in Italy! The quality, taste, and overall experience far exceeded our expectations, especially for such a great price. We loved it so much that we’ll be purchasing a gift card for our family so they can experience it too. This place is a true gem, and we can’t wait to return. Bravo to the team!

We originally thought we had reservations at our RH where we had eaten before and really enjoyed it. We were disappointed when we discovered the mistake but so pleasantly delighted when we got to The guest house . The food, the staff and the overall audience were all delightful. All five of us agreed that we would definitely go back.

Always good food and good service. Very consistent.

We had a delightful time, and my steak was awesome. Whoever cooked last night did a great job!

Christmas lunch was wonderful. Four courses plus amuse bouche and petit fours good value at 195.00 considering the high standard. Oyster amuse bouche Chilled Maine Lobster citrus dressing Chestnut agnolotti Diver scallops with truffle Toffee pudding with eggnog ice cream Everything was delicious. Meal was well paced. Lovely dining room.