Risbo Introduce
Located on a bustling stretch of Flatbush Avenue, **Risbo** is a dynamic culinary destination in the **Prospect Lefferts Gardens** (PLG) neighborhood of Brooklyn, offering New Yorkers a fresh, flavorful take on French and New American dining. Far from a formal, white-tablecloth French establishment, Risbo blends the classic techniques and quality ingredients of French cuisine with a modern, relaxed, and highly accessible Brooklyn atmosphere.
Risbo is truly a multi-faceted venue. It functions as a **French restaurant**, a **New American restaurant**, a **Bar**, and a delightful **Breakfast** and **Brunch** spot. This versatility is reflected in its menu, which features everything from expertly prepared **Rotisserie** meats to creative, globally-inspired dishes like **Shrimp & Grits** and **Ackee & Vegan Saltfish**. Patrons consistently praise the care and quality put into each dish, confirming that the slightly higher price point is well worth the exceptional dining experience.
The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance: it is **casual**, **cozy**, and **trendy**, making it an ideal choice for various occasions—from a relaxing solo meal to a laid-back catch-up with friends, or an intimate date night. With a great focus on high-quality beverages, including a celebrated wine list and excellent coffee, Risbo ensures the perfect accompaniment to every meal.
Location and Accessibility
Risbo is prominently situated at
701 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USA
, placing it in the desirable Prospect Lefferts Gardens area, just east of Prospect Park. This location is easily reached via Brooklyn’s major transportation routes, making it convenient for locals in the surrounding neighborhoods, including Flatbush and Crown Heights.For New York City diners concerned with access, Risbo provides a welcoming environment, featuring **Wheelchair accessible entrance** and **Wheelchair accessible seating**. This commitment to accessibility ensures a comfortable experience for all guests. The restaurant's street location in PLG also benefits from both **Free street parking** and **Paid street parking** options, a notable convenience in a dense urban setting. Public transport options are readily available, connecting the restaurant to the rest of Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Services Offered
Risbo offers a comprehensive suite of dining services tailored to meet the varied needs of its Brooklyn clientele throughout the day:
Dine-in: Full-service dining for all meal periods.
Outdoor Seating: A highly praised **back outdoor space** offering an amazing, welcoming ambiance.
Delivery: Convenient meal delivery to the surrounding area.
Takeout: Quick and easy collection of orders to enjoy at home.
Onsite Services: Features a full **Bar onsite** with counter service for beverages and quick bites.
Catering: Available for off-site events and large group needs.
Extended Dining Hours: Serving **Breakfast**, **Brunch**, **Lunch**, and **Dinner**, with dedicated menus for each.
Payment Flexibility: Accepts **Credit cards**, **Debit cards**, and **NFC mobile payments**.
Features / Highlights
Risbo’s standout features are integral to its reputation as a leading dining choice in Brooklyn:
Exceptional Rotisserie Program: Known for its perfectly prepared meats, the **Rotisserie** selection features **Roasted Chicken (free range)**, **Roasted Pork**, **Roasted Leg of Lamb**, and **Roasted Duck**, providing delicious, savory main courses.
Outstanding Beverage Selection: Boasts a **Great wine list**, specializing in selections that pair perfectly with the French-inspired menu, along with **Great cocktails** and a full selection of **Beer** and **Hard liquor**.
Dedicated Vegan and Healthy Options: Offers a variety of healthy choices, including the
Healthy One (Vegan)
platter,Ackee & Vegan Saltfish
for brunch, and a section of **Vegetables (All Vegan)** likeSautéed Greens
andSpicy Cabbage Salad
.Highly Celebrated Brunch: The weekend **Brunch** menu is a major draw, featuring creative dishes such as **7-Hour Leg of Lamb Hash**, **Chicken & Waffles**, and **Croissant Eggs Benedict**.
Cozy and Welcoming Atmosphere: Described as **Casual**, **Cozy**, and **Trendy**, the ambiance is perfect for both a laid-back meal or a special occasion.
Community and Inclusivity: Recognized as **Family-friendly**, welcoming to **Groups**, and designated as **LGBTQ+ friendly** and a **Transgender safespace**, creating an inclusive environment for all New Yorkers.
Contact Information
To plan your visit, reserve a table, or inquire about their catering services, you can contact Risbo using the details below:
Address: 701 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USA
Phone: (347) 425-9116
Mobile Phone: +1 347-425-9116
What is worth choosing
For a first-time visitor or a Brooklyn resident looking for a truly memorable meal at Risbo, the following choices showcase the restaurant’s best qualities:
The core of Risbo’s savory menu lies in its **Rotisserie** offerings. You absolutely must try the **Roasted Chicken (free range)**. It's a hallmark of their French influence and a testament to their dedication to quality. If you are dining for dinner, pairing the chicken with a side of the **Roasted Daily Market Veggies** and a glass from their extensive **Great wine list** will create a quintessential Risbo experience.
If you are visiting for **Brunch**, the **7-Hour Leg of Lamb Hash** comes highly recommended for its richness and depth of flavor, or for a fusion favorite, the
Chicken & Waffles
is an excellent comfort choice. For those exploring the vegan options, theAckee & Vegan Saltfish
offers an imaginative, satisfying, and flavorful start to your day, proving that French-inspired dining can brilliantly accommodate plant-based diets.For a lighter, yet equally satisfying meal, explore the **Bowls/Platters**. The **Risbo Platter** is a fantastic choice for sampling a variety of their culinary strengths, while the **Kale Salad** is a popular choice for a fresh and robust midday meal. Don't forget to grab a cup of their **Great coffee** or a perfectly made **cocktail**—the bar is often cited as a highlight in customer reviews. Risbo provides an exceptional mix of cozy charm and culinary excellence that makes it a must-visit spot on Flatbush Avenue.
Risbo Menu
Bowls/Platters
- Risbo Platter $23.00
choose one protein: 1/4 chicken, pork, fish (+10), lamb (+4), duck (+12). Served with hummus, spicy cabbage salad, plantain, roasted veggies, whatever rice pilaf, housemade sauce. chicken comes with aioli sauce pork comes with aioli sauce and BBQ sauce lamb comes with harissa sauce and yogurt sauce fish comes with charmoula sauce duck comes with BBQ sauce
- Healthy One(Vegan) $18.00
choice of grain: rice pilaf or quinoa. accompanied by whatever beans, sautéed greens, pickled red onion, spicy cabbage salad, chipotle sauce, tomatillo sauce, toasted pumpkin seeds. Add avocado +3 egg sunny side up + 1.50
- Kale Salad $15.00
roasted sweet potato, goat cheese, pickled cranberries and red onions, dressed in housemade harissa dressing, finished with toasted pumpkin seeds. Additions available
- The Whatever Platter $18.00
1/4 chicken, mashed potatoes, sautéed greens of the day.
- Shepherd's Pie $18.00
(seasonal) a blend of all of our rotisserie proteins cooked in gravy and onions. Topped with a layer of parmesan cheese, creamy mashed potatoes before being perfectly baked and gratinéed with cheddar cheese.
Rotisserie
- Roasted Chicken(free range) $8.75
marinated for 72 hours with sea salt, black peppercorn, fresh parsley, rosemary, thyme, & oregano. Slowly roasted in our rotisserie oven until brown and crispy. (halal)
- Roasted Pork $9.00
marinated for 72 hours with soy sauce (gf), garlic, onion, Szechuan peppercorn and our secret spices.
- Roasted Leg of Lamb $10.00
boneless, marinated for 72 hours in spices.
- Roasted Duck(1/4) $21.00
marinated with garlic, salt and pepper for 72 hours. Roasted slow until brown skin and juicy.
- Roasted Daily Market Fish $24.00
served with charmoula sauce, cilantro, scallion, & olive oil.
Vegetables (All Vegan)
- Sautéed Greens $5.00
seasonal and purchased locally. Changes daily: sea salt, black peppercorn, chives, drizzled with olive oil. *vegan*
- Roasted Plantain $5.00
roasted then topped with pickled red onions, cilantro, chili blend, honey, lemon juice and olive oil.
- Spicy Cabbage Salad $5.00
red cabbage, cranberries, and red onions seasoned with a blend of spices.*vegan*
- 1/2 Avocado $4.00
pickled red onions, cilantro, and olive oil.
- Roasted Daily Market Veggies $5.00
assorted roasted vegetables. changes daily.*vegan*
Brunch
- Ojja Merguez (GF) $22.00
baked eggs in cast iron, spicy confit tomatoes, peppers sauce and merguez (lamb sausage).Served w/pita bread. (omit if GF)
- Chicken & Waffles $22.00
roasted chicken, cheddar & scallion waffle, sunny-side-up egg, smoked honey, spice cabbage salad, fermented chili oil.
- Shrimp & Grits $19.00
four cheese grits, cajun shrimp and spicy pepper tomato sauce.
- Oeuf Brouillé $18.00
Creamy French-style scrambled eggs, crème fraîche, chives, salad, roasted potatoes, toast. + smoked salmon $7
- 7-Hour Leg of Lamb Hash $26.00
slow roasted lamb w/Tunisian spices, roasted potato, sunny-side-up egg, garlic confit, harissa, yogurt sauce and pita bread.
- Croissant Eggs Benedict $24.00
with bacon, smoked salmon, house made hollandaise sauce, fresh salad, and roasted potato.
- Ackee & Vegan Saltfish (VG) $18.00
w/ green banana, cabbage salad. + sunny-side-up egg $3 + avocado $3 + the hot one sauce $1
- Risbo Harvest Salad $15.00
pickled golden raisin, pickle onion, praline cashew, fermented black beans, vinaigrette. + avocado $3 + smoked salmon $7
Risbo Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Assistive hearing loop
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
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Risbo Location
Risbo
701 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USA
Risbo Reviews
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1Amazing French cuisine that’s flavorful and delightful. I had walked by here a couple times and was curious to try it. So happy I did. What a gem. The menu seemed a little expensive, but after eating the food, I can tell the care they put into each dish. The price is worth it, and I will be back. The dining area is also cute and intimate. This is a laid back spot to catch up with friends or bring a date. Give it a try. I doubt you’ll regret it.
June 15 · Elliot KossI live near by and have tried many of the restaurants in the neighborhood. I can say with confidence that Risbo is one of the best places to go for lunch or dinner. The back outdoor space is amazing and the entire establishment feels very welcoming. The drinks and food are top notch! I haven’t had anything i didn’t love. Everything comes together to create a very cool vibe. I’ll be coming back regularly!
July 11 · Catherine GrayReally enjoyed an easy/casual salad bowl at this place after a walk in Prospect park. The food is fresh, the ambiance is very relaxed. The chicken was juicy. Back patio very cute
July 06 · Lena HalabiThe food,drinks and vibes good. I would definitely come back here again.FYI it gets packed fast sooo first come first serve type of vibes.Favorite drink: Ginger Rum drinkMeal: Lamb and chickenSides: mash, plantains, Mac and cheese (vegan)The food doesn’t come out hot it’s the only downfall about the food.
August 23 · t sAmazing spot. Great food. Tables could use a bit of better cleaning. Service bottlenecks at cashier as you order and pay right there. Food and drink runner and busser would be nice touch. That being said, great how casual and affordable it is for area.
May 08 · Jon Borromeo
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