Fusion East: Brooklyn's Premier Caribbean and Soul Food Destination

Fusion East Introduce

Welcome to Fusion East, a cherished gem in the heart of East New York, Brooklyn, where the bold, comforting flavors of Caribbean and Soul Food cuisine come together in a true culinary 'fusion.' This Black-owned restaurant has quickly become a destination for New Yorkers seeking authentic, flavorful meals, an upbeat atmosphere, and a dining experience that feels like a family gathering. Situated conveniently near the Gateway Mall, Fusion East is more than just a place to eat—it is a vibrant local hub that embodies the rich cultural tapestry of the Brooklyn community.

Fusion East distinguishes itself by expertly blending the hearty, soulful comfort of traditional American Soul Food with the spicy, aromatic, and exotic ingredients of the Caribbean islands. The result is a menu full of enticing options that honor both culinary traditions while offering a modern, enjoyable experience. From weeknight dinners to lively weekend brunches, the restaurant provides a welcoming and engaging environment for all its patrons. The dedication to quality, flavorful dishes, and a lively ambiance makes Fusion East a must-visit for anyone in the New York area looking to explore the best of Caribbean and Soul Food fusion.

The atmosphere at Fusion East is a highlight praised by many local diners. It is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a lively energy enhanced by music—often R&B—that sets a perfect mood for social interaction without being overpowering. The venue is family-friendly, welcoming groups, college students, tourists, and is noted as an LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safe space, fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse Brooklyn crowd. The thoughtful inclusion of live music and sports viewing further cements its status as a vibrant community destination. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or planning a special family celebration, Fusion East provides a warm, accommodating, and authentically Brooklyn setting.

Location and Accessibility

Fusion East is strategically located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, making it a highly accessible spot for local residents and visitors alike.

Address: 1179 Elton St, Brooklyn, NY 11239, USA

The restaurant's proximity to the Gateway Mall makes it a convenient stop for a meal after shopping or a central location for local gatherings. For those driving, free street parking is available, which is a notable convenience in the bustling New York landscape. Fusion East has also made significant efforts to be an accessible space for all patrons.

Accessibility Features include:

Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Services Offered

Fusion East offers a wide range of services to accommodate various dining preferences and needs throughout the day, ensuring the Brooklyn community can enjoy their food anytime and anywhere.

Dining Options: Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner with comfortable table service.
Event Planning: Comprehensive Catering services are available, including a dedicated manager to assist with event planning and food selection.
Takeout and Delivery: Patrons can enjoy their favorite meals at home with convenient Takeout and Delivery options, including No-contact delivery.
Beverage Program: A full bar onsite offering Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails (including the well-liked rum punch and strawberry daiquari), Hard liquor, and a Great wine list. Happy hour drinks and Happy hour food are offered Mon-Fri from 4pm-6pm.
Private Events: The venue’s casual and accommodating setup is ideal for family celebrations, birthday parties, and group gatherings.
Food Truck: Fusion East operates a Food Truck, extending their culinary reach for events and catering around the area.
Payment Flexibility: The restaurant accepts multiple payment methods including Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Features and Highlights

Fusion East stands out in the Brooklyn dining scene for a combination of its flavorful menu, lively environment, and commitment to the community.

Authentic Fusion Cuisine: Specializes in a rich 'fusion' of Soul Food and Caribbean culinary delights, providing a unique and satisfying menu that appeals to diverse palates.
Signature Dishes: Highly recommended main courses include the slow-braised Oxtail, the house blend Jerk Chicken, and the hearty Fusion Snapper.
Exceptional Brunch: A popular spot for weekend Brunch, which often includes a $25 pre-fixe option with bottomless mimosas, featuring Caribbean-inspired morning meals like Jamaican Breakfast, Shrimp & Grits, and Southern Style Omelets.
Vibrant Environment: Known for its lively ambiance, clean environment, and friendly crowd, making it a suitable venue for gatherings and social events. The presence of a courteous DJ and R&B music is a patron favorite.
Dessert and Drinks: Praised for its Great cocktails and Great dessert selection, adding a sweet finish to any meal.
Community-Focused: Identifies as Black-owned and actively participates in community initiatives, such as its association as an MWBE vendor.
Specialty Menus: Offers a dedicated Fusion Pasta menu (featuring Creamy Curry Parmesan Penne Pasta), Roti options, and a Veggie Platter for vegetarian and vegan friends.
Welcoming to All: A genuinely diverse and inclusive space that is good for kids, family-friendly, and popular with groups and tourists. High chairs are available for younger guests.
Late-Night Options: Offers Late-night food for those seeking a bite after hours.

Contact Information

For reservations, catering inquiries, or to place an order, you can contact Fusion East directly.

Address: 1179 Elton St, Brooklyn, NY 11239, USA

Phone: (718) 975-5065

Reservations are accepted and recommended, particularly for the highly popular weekend brunch service.

What is Worth Choosing

When visiting Fusion East, the true appeal lies in its menu, which masterfully marries the best of the Caribbean with American Soul Food. The sheer variety of classic dishes, many with a unique 'fusion' twist, offers something for everyone, whether you are a connoisseur of this cuisine or a first-time visitor.

For the ultimate comfort food experience, the slow-braised Oxtail ($26.00) is a consistently praised choice, as is the Southern Fried Chicken ($24.00), served alongside classic Soul Food sides like Mac & Cheese ($10.00) and Collard Greens. The Jerk Chicken ($22.00) is another house favorite, offering a spicy, smoky flavor that is central to Caribbean cooking. Seafood lovers should consider the Jerk Salmon ($25.00) or the whole Fusion Snapper ($25.00), prepared steamed, stewed, or escoveitch style. The Fish & Chips ($18.00) is also a solid choice, often highlighted in customer reviews for being well-seasoned.

Don't overlook the popular appetizers like the Plantain Bites ($14.00) and Codfish Fritters ($10.00) to start your meal. For those looking for something different, the Fusion Pasta—a Creamy Curry Parmesan Penne Pasta ($18.00)—is a unique dish that perfectly encapsulates the restaurant's fusion concept, offering a spicy, creamy taste. The Roti options, such as the Curry Goat Stew Roti ($20.00), provide a classic island experience.

The weekend Brunch is arguably the most recommended time to visit, allowing you to enjoy Caribbean-inspired breakfast items like Jamaican Breakfast or Chicken Waffles ($20.00) in a lively, upbeat setting. The presence of an onsite bar and a great cocktail menu means you can perfectly pair your meal with a refreshing Rum Punch or other signature drink. Ultimately, Fusion East is worth choosing for its authentic culinary experience, its lively and inclusive atmosphere, and its role as a Black-owned community staple in East New York, Brooklyn. It is a genuine taste of two beloved food traditions, delivered with flair and professionalism.

Fusion East Menu

Appetizers
Plantain Bites $14.00
Ackee and salt fish topped on a fried plantain chip.
Shrimp $14.00
Choice of coconut, grilled, jerk, or fried.
Salmon Cakes $14.00
Grilled Alaskan salmon patties.
BBQ Ribs $15.00
Slow cooked tender pork ribs, glazed in house blend sauce.
Fusion Sampler $30.00
Jerk wings, callaloo spring roll, coconut shrimp, codfish fritters.
Chicken Soup $7.00
Codfish Fritters $10.00
Island style seasoned fritters with fritter sauce.
Calamari $16.00
Fried calamari served with sweet chili sauce.
House Salad $12.00
Romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes. Add bacon, shrimp, salmon or chicken for an additional charge.
Chicken Wings BBQ, Honey Garlic, Jerk, Or Fried $12.00
Choice of BBQ, spicy jerk, honey garlic or crispy fried wings.

Fusion Pasta
Creamy Curry Parmesan Penne Pasta $18.00

Entrées
NY Strip $30.00
Mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables.
Jerk Salmon $25.00
Grilled salmon filet in house jerk sauce served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, collard greens.
Fusion Burger $15.00
Ground beef, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, toasted bun, seasoned fries, jerk sauce, or ketchup.
Curry Shrimp $25.00
Shrimp sautéed in spicy Caribbean curry served with white rice and butter garlic sautéed steamed vegetables.
Southern Fried Chicken $24.00
Down home fried chicken served with macaroni and cheese and collard greens.
Oxtail $26.00
Slow braised beef, rice and peas, collard greens.
Fusion Snapper $25.00
Whole red snapper steamed, stewed or escovitch. Served with rice and peas and steamed vegetables.
Boneless Curry Chicken $20.00
Caribbean style curry chicken served with white rice, steamed vegetables.
Grilled Pork $21.00
With candied yams, garlic green beans.
Fish & Chips $18.00
Battered fillet fish, seasoned French fries, homemade coleslaw.
Veggie Platter $25.00
Ackee, plantains, mixed vegetables and rice & peas.
Chicken Waffles $20.00
Homemade battered deep fried chicken, served with buttermilk waffles.
Brown Stew Chicken $20.00
Tender chicken in brown stew, rice and peas, collard greens.
Jerk Chicken $22.00
Spicy leg quarters marinated in our house blend jerk seasoning. Served with rice and peas, collard greens.
Curry Goat $24.00
Tender goat meat stewed in our house blend curry. Served with white rice, steamed vegetables.

Sides
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes $7.00
Pumpkin Mash Potatoes $7.00
Mashed pumpkin and Sautéed veggies.
Mac & Cheese $10.00
White Rice $7.00
Steamed Vegetables $7.00
Sweet Plantains $7.00
Sweet Potato Fries $5.00
Rice & Peas $7.00
Corn Bread $7.00
Candied Yams $7.00

Roti
Curry Goat Stew $20.00
Shrimp $24.00
Choice of coconut, grilled, jerk, or fried.
Curry Boneless Chicken $18.00
Vegetable $19.00

Fusion East Details

From the business
Identifies as Black-owned

Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights
Fast service
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Live music
Serves local specialty
Sports

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Halal food
Happy hour drinks
Happy hour food
Hard liquor
Healthy options
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Table service

Amenities
Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy

Crowd
College students
Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids
High chairs

Parking
Free street parking
Parking

Fusion East Photos

Fusion East Location

Fusion East

New York Kings County Spring Creek Elton Street

1179 Elton St, Brooklyn, NY 11239, USA

Fusion East Reviews

An average rating of ★3.8 from 1193 user reviews.

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Nice little spot in East NY near Gateway Center. Went for brunch on 12/29/24 a Sunday around 2:30. Was not crowded, honestly did not expect it to be. But the ambiance was nice the server and DJ were courteous. Music wasn’t too loud and could vibe out and hear the people you came with speak. Food was definitely good only thing I would say is though it didn’t come out cold but got cold pretty quickly. I had chicken and waffles, my aunt and mother ordered the fish and chips and my sister ordered the chicken soup with the southern fried chicken dish she opted for mashed potatoes instead of Mac and cheese. Food was well cooked except the fried chicken was a tad bit over cooked but had flavor and was edible. The waffles got cold on me. My sisters mashed potatoes got cold as well as she needed to finish the soup, all came out around the same time. She didn’t care the greens that came with the meal, might have been too spicy. My aunt and mother enjoyed the fish and chips, fries were cooked well and everything was seasoned well also. Had the sorrel which was a bit tart and my mom got a rum punch she said was not bad. I’d recommend if you’re in the area.
December 30 · Takiema M
The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. R&B music was playing. The pasta was good just spicy but it is curry. The strawberry daquari was really good
August 23 · Taylor Stevens
Came with a party of 15 people after a baptism in which the restaurant was notified of days prior! ( original reservation was 25). they were NOT prepared for serve 15 guests with an EMPTY restaurant. we were given water and drinks and then had to ask the manager when would we be given the prefixed menu. we then received appetizers after 1 hour . and had to ask for plates. we arrived at 1pm, by 330 the entrees came out. french toast as hard as a rock with one side cooked with batter. burger bread hard as hell, cheese was burnt on the burgers. manager clueless telling me the food is coming. i requested immediate refund.
June 22 · Kathleen Crawford
Tried this carribbean themed restaurant for the first time. Located in the vicinity of the Gateway Mall, it features street parking.The inside setup is nice and very accessible.On this visit, the service staff was attentive and helpful.The one page menu features drink selections on the reverse side.They have a regular menu and a brunch menu at $45.00 that features unlimited mimosas for 1 hour.Sampled the Fusion Sampler that had Jerk wings, callaloo spring roll, coconut shrimp, and codfish fritters. However, they had no collaloo, so the spring rolls were filled with regular Asian spring roll vegetables.The jerk wings were dry rubbed and a tad bit dry, the shrimp allowed for options of jerk, grilled or fried. Tried the fried, but it lacked any cocktail or tartar sauce. The provided sauces were mayo or a curry mayo that didn't taste much like a curry mayo. The cod fritters were good.Not sure why the feature callaloo if they don't have it. Just calling it a vegetable spring roll would work and then it could be filled with the vegetables available for that period.For the entree, had the Oxtail with Slow braised beef, rice & peas, collard greens, and Brown Stew chicken with chicken in brown stew, rice & peas, collard greens. The oxtails did not taste as if the meat were marinated before cooking, it had a very oily mix with the gravy on the plate. The chicken was good, but again to much oil to the gravy ratio.As a island eatery, the addition of a good pepper sauce or hot sauce is needed. The hot sauce offering was bland and tasteless.As for the drink options, the pairing were a bit contrary to the desired taste. Had the Rum Punch that contains Wray & Nephew white rum, Meyers rum and fruit punch. The Meyers rum on its own is over whelming as it is a dark rum with its own distinctive taste.As for non alcoholic drinks, they feature no sugar free options except a in house lemonade.Overall, this is a reasonable price restaurant. It's the details of the menu and drinks that need improvement to make this a much better food establishment.
January 26 · Batman Linton
I was there just this past Saturday and I ordered jerk salmon with collard, green and mashed potatoes. I did not know if a Resturant run out of these things that they allow to give you any vegetables that they want you supposed to let somebody know before you put that on my plate because I could've been allergic to cabbage Mashed potatoes was from the box. The only thing that was good was the lemonade. I'm just being honest.
September 22 · Gwendolyn Dunham