Traif
Welcome to Traif, a tapas/small plates restaurant located in Brooklyn, New York. This trendy spot offers a plethora of options for diners, including pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian choices. With a menu boasting dishes like Baby Spinach salad, Spicy bigeye tuna, and Joes Chopped Chicken Livers, Traif provides a unique dining experience.
Customers rave about the flavorful offerings at Traif. Reviews mention highlights like the scallops with English pea-mint risotto, the toasted Parisian gnocchi, and the Rigatoni. The restaurant's commitment to accommodating dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free and pork-free options, has garnered praise from diners.
Whether you're looking for a place to host a group dinner, enjoy a romantic date night, or simply savor delicious small plates, Traif offers a diverse and impressive menu. Don't miss out on their decadent desserts like Mom's Key Lime Pie and Bacon Doughnuts to round out your meal.
Experience the unique flavors and cozy ambiance of Traif for yourself at 229 S 4th St in Brooklyn. With a mix of creative dishes, excellent service, and a chic atmosphere, Traif is a must-visit for food enthusiasts in the area.
Traif Menu
Location
Address: 229 S 4th St Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: (347) 844-9578
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers DeliveryYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- Pescatarian OptionsYes
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayNo
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- TrendyYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good for DinnerYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Full BarYes
- Women-ownedYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Private DiningYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Offers CateringNo
- Not Good For KidsNo
- Wi-FiNo
- Happy HourNo
- Drive-ThruNo
- Dogs Not AllowedNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingNo
Last Reviews
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Author: Sarah P.
Hold onto your pantaloons because here comes a VERY in depth review- Heads up, I wish I would have called and asked before coming- the chefs tasting menu needs a minimum of 2 people. I came to dine alone and was excited to try but was a bit disappointed to find out I wasn't able to participate as a solo diner. That being said, I do completely understand that these are portioned out for 2 people, I just wish the language on the menus read that way or mentioned the minimum. As I was jotting down this note a very kind staff member offered me a mock tail (I'm taking a month off from alcohol). I appreciate the offer and customer service. The mock tail was light, zingy and refreshing. I can tell they have a great mixologist on staff even though it looks like they have select liquor options. Blueberry jalapeño ribs: a MUST get. These are tender, fall off the bone, nice small but hearty portion and is a flavor explosion. The jalapeño and blueberry combination is delightfully delicious, a perfect unexpected pairing. Sweet, savory with a slight kick. Salt and pepper shrimp: I don't know what I was expecting but I wasn't expecting this to eat like a salad out of a bowl.... But I really loved it. Again a play on spicy sweet but had awesome textures from the fried shrimp, the tart, sweet pineapple, snappy crunch from the peas and burst of tomatoes. Double corn truffle cavatelli: love the crunch and burst of corn, the truffle was inviting but not overpowering and this was just creamy enough. A great, balanced dish. The pasta was a great texture. Key lime pie: also a must order, especially during summer. Not heavy. Light crust with delicate toppings of cream and pineapple. Just tart enough to make your tastebuds dance but not get overwhelmed. I will also mention, I found the bar seating very uncomfortable because I kept feeling like I was sitting incorrectly and would fall backwards based on the stability of the chairs. Service was amazing, from the host to my server, bartender and runners, I really felt taken care of. My server offered great opinions and feedback in helping me chose which items to get for my meal. Another nod to my server, they mentioned that the service of 20% was already included. So many places that already include don't give you the heads up, I really appreciated this transparency and left additional as it was much deserved. Excited for my leftovers and to return (with another person) to take advantage of the tasting menu/ other items on this rotating menu. Great job Traif, definitely scored some great points for me toni
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Author: Racquel B.
This meal was SO good. I've always heard of Traif but this was when they were mostly a pork themed resto and me being a vegetarian, well that just wasn't going to work. Fast forward to 2024 and the menu has some veggie offerings so I immediately said yes. I ordered the gnocchi. My friend had the beef pasta? and we shared the cauliflower, and baby gem. I had a mezcal blood orange drink and we shared a bottle of skin contact wine on recommendation from the waiter. The food was incredible. The gnocchi is the best I've had. Fried, savory but with a hint of sweet from laying in a bed of purple yam purée. Followed by the cauliflower dish. The fresh cucumber and tortilla was a wonderful touch. I love the constant plays on savory, fried, sweet. My taste buds were very pleased. Will definitely need to come back soon.
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Author: Luanda S.
After absolutely loving the tasting menu, we decided to come back a second time to try the regular menu. Every single dish was amazing, our favorites include the scallops with English pea-mint risotto and the toasted Parisian gnocchi. The risotto was flavorful and creamy paired perfectly with the scallops. The gnocchi was unlike anything I've ever had, it was crispy on the outside but super soft on the inside, and the flavor was mind blowing; the gnocchi is definitely a must try. The price is around what you would expect to pay from any good restaurant in NYC. Staff was friendly and attentive. We were seated directly across from the bar and chef so it was very cool to see everything being made; very welcoming and fun environment.
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Author: Alex M.
Decided to give Traif a try for a belated Valentine's Day date night with my partner, and we were both thoroughly pleased with the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere! We opted to try the tasting menu (which is an incredible bargain) and added on the wine pairing as well (which really did pair nicely with all of the dishes). While I don't want to spoil the tasting menu for folks (we personally thought it was best left up to a surprise), we can assure you we enjoyed every single dish and bite we had! It turned out to be a lot of food, but we didn't need to be rolled home ha! Essentially it was ~5 courses (with two dishes brought out at a time for each course, and the last being dessert). We also learned that they change up their menu fairly often (seasonally based), so we are excited to go back and try the tasting menu again!