643 Vanderbilt Ave,Brooklyn,New York
4 (1468)
Reviews
Was really excited to try this restaurant I had been to in the past but forgot the experience. The atmosphere was great and similar to a lounge. The food however was not good and expensive for the quantity and quality. The suya tastes good for thinly sliced meat but it does not taste like suya. The quantity is also underwhelming for the price. The service was not great, a lot of the menu items were missing and you had to flag your waiter more often than need be to get what you wanted.
Stopped here yesterday on a whim with my bestfriend yesterday. It was a great day outside and the have a great outdoor space. Our server Barbara was wayyyy beyond amazing, engaging and hilarious. I'll visit again just to see her. But honestly the fooodddd it took a lil bit to come out but it's because EVERYTHING is so fresh! I had the salmon with a parmesan cheese sauce, spinach, jollof and a pitcher of mango mimosa. My best friend had the red snapper, jollof and a side salad that she loved. Can't wait to visit at night! I recommend 10/10! P.S. you get a beautiful view of the Brooklyn Bridge!
This place would've gotten 5 stars had our server been more attentive. Unfortunately she wasn't. I had to get the attention of the host 3 times😳 in order to have our waitress come over initially, then to get our drinks, then to get the check. The 4th and 5th times I asked another server to assist. Pretty sad.🙄 We waited for about 50 minutes to get our food which was horrible😡! Aside from that, both hosts were amazing and the food was delish😋. My only complaint regarding the food is it was a bit on the salty side. A little too heavy on the salt. Otherwise, everything was scrumptious. There was a birthday 🎉 🥳 party happening so the music was booming. The selection was great and the dj was good. The waitress said everything took long because of the party. I say...regardless of a party, youre supposed to have enough manpower to server others in a timely fashion period! Would I go back? Yes. Despite the long wait, I like to give restaurants 2 to 3 trys before I write them off. So the answer is... I would Definitely go back! I'd suggest, don't go on the weekend because you may not get in. Some people were being turned away because there was no more room. That's probably because of the party, but my guess is, wherever the food is amazing, the crowd is overflowing. ❤️
Tonight my husband and I had a date night and decided to visit Amarachi for the first time. For an appetizer, we had fried calamari. Honestly the best we've ever had. Next time no sharing! I'll have my own. We then had the oxtail with mac and cheese and the Suya & Jollof rice with salmon. The food was delicious! Our server was nice and I enjoyed the music and vibes. The cocktails could have been a bit stronger. Still tasty nonetheless. My only critique would be as soon as someone steps inside to acknowledge their presence right away. It matters! That all being said I will for sure return. The oxtail and calamari specifically made a lasting impression.
I loved the food and the service and I look forward to going back again! I had the egusi and pounded yam with a glass of red wine.