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YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse
- 1385 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Steak house, Kosher restaurant ★4.0 (157)·$100+

1385 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230, USA

4.0
Great atmosphere, amazing service, and tasty food! The waitress handled an allergy concern with care, and everything came out perfect. Highly recommend! - Sam Weisberger
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$100+ per person Reported by 157 people$30–50$50–100$100+

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Introduce

Introduction / Overview

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse has established itself as a premier, upscale dining destination, bringing a touch of Manhattan-style luxury right to the heart of Brooklyn on Coney Island Avenue. The name 'Yakar,' meaning 'precious,' reflects the restaurant's core philosophy: treating every element of the dining experience—from the high-quality ingredients to the attentive service—with meticulous care. It stands out in the New York culinary scene as a top-tier Kosher steakhouse, appealing to locals who appreciate fine dining without having to venture far from their neighborhood.

The focus at YAKAR is, predictably, on exceptional meat. They are renowned for their commitment to using top-quality, USDA Prime beef, a significant portion of which is dry-aged on-site in a custom-built, visible aging room. This dedication to craft ensures that cuts like the Center Cut Ribeye, Premier Filet Mignon, and the formidable Prime Cowboy Steak deliver unmatched flavor and tenderness. The menu, however, extends far beyond the grill, offering an innovative selection of starters and entrées that showcase the kitchen's culinary depth. Patrons can explore unique dishes such as Beef Carpaccio, Crispy Beef, Baby Lamb Riblets, and a selection of gourmet sides like Truffle Fries and Portobello Risotto.

Beyond the food, YAKAR cultivates a sophisticated and comfortable atmosphere—described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale. The commitment to a complete experience is evident in its highlights, which include a highly-praised cocktail program and a curated wine list, proving that high-end Kosher dining can be both traditional in its standards and modern in its execution. The staff is consistently noted for providing friendly and fast service, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable visit, whether for a quiet solo meal or a large group celebration.

Location and Accessibility

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse is conveniently located at 1385 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230, USA. Situated in the vibrant Midwood/Flatbush section of Brooklyn, its location on Coney Island Avenue makes it a highly accessible spot in a neighborhood renowned for its strong community and commercial activity. The area is well-served by public transportation, allowing patrons from across the boroughs to reach the restaurant easily.

The steakhouse is designed with complete accessibility in mind, demonstrating a commitment to welcoming all members of the New York community.

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance: Ensures smooth entry for all guests.
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom: Provides comfort and convenience for all patrons.
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating: Dedicated seating options are available to accommodate guests with mobility needs.
  • Parking: Free street parking is available in the surrounding area, a highly valuable amenity in busy Brooklyn.

Services Offered

YAKAR offers a comprehensive range of services to accommodate diverse dining preferences and schedules, blending a traditional sit-down experience with modern convenience.

  • Dine-in Service: Full table service in a beautifully designed, upscale environment.
  • Reservations: Accepts and recommends dinner reservations, essential for securing seating in this popular spot.
  • Takeout and Curbside Pickup: Convenient options for guests on the go.
  • Delivery & No-Contact Delivery: Partners with popular delivery platforms to bring the YAKAR experience directly to your home or office.
  • Private Dining Room: A separate space available for events, parties, and celebrations, perfect for groups and special occasions.
  • Full-Service Bar: Offers a wide selection of Alcohol, Beer, Hard Liquor, and an excellent Wine list, with a special emphasis on Cocktails.
  • Dining Times: Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert, with seating available throughout service hours.
  • Children's Amenities: High chairs are available and a Kids’ menu is offered, making it family-friendly.

Features / Highlights

YAKAR’s reputation is built on a series of distinguishing features that set it apart in the competitive New York steakhouse market.

  • In-House Dry Aging: A core highlight, featuring a custom aging room for on-site dry aging of Prime beef, guaranteeing superior flavor and texture in their signature cuts.
  • Strict Kosher Standards: Certified Kosher restaurant, providing the highest level of trust and quality assurance for the Kosher-observant community.
  • Exceptional Beverage Program: Praised for its 'Great cocktails' and an impressive 'Great wine list,' offering curated pairings and inventive drinks to complement the heavy mains.
  • Signature Dishes: Standout items include the Premier Filet Mignon, Center Cut Ribeye, the gourmet YAKAR Prime Burger, and unique appetizers like BBQ Beef Tacos and Crispy Beef.
  • Upscale & Romantic Atmosphere: The ambiance is carefully curated to be cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, making it an ideal spot for date nights and sophisticated gatherings.
  • Fast and Friendly Service: Consistently noted in customer reviews for 'Fast service' and 'super friendly' staff who handle concerns, such as allergy requirements, with care.
  • Great Dessert Selection: The desserts, including the famous Chocolate Soufflé and Crème Brulee, are a major highlight, providing a perfect end to the meal.
  • Diverse Menu Offerings: Catering to various tastes with options for Small Plates, Comfort Food, and Late-Night Food, ensuring there's something for every craving.

Contact Information

To make a reservation or inquire about the menu and services, guests can use the following contact details for YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse. Given the restaurant’s popularity and upscale nature, making dinner reservations is highly recommended.

Address: 1385 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230, USA

Phone: (855) 522-2527

Mobile Phone: +1 855-522-2527

What is Worth Choosing

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse is worth choosing because it masterfully bridges the gap between strict Kosher observance and a truly high-end, contemporary steakhouse experience in New York City. For the New York diner, it offers a level of quality and atmosphere that eliminates the need to travel to downtown Manhattan for a luxurious meal. The core attraction is the meat itself; the practice of dry-aging USDA Prime beef in-house is a technique that elevates their steaks—like the Center Cut Ribeye and the Skirt Steak—to a remarkable level of flavor and tenderness, making it a must-try for any steak enthusiast.

Beyond the steaks, the overall experience is what secures its value. The combination of a romantic, upscale environment with 'Great cocktails' and a superb wine list makes it the perfect venue for milestone celebrations, a romantic date, or a significant business dinner. The reviews consistently highlight the ‘absolutely amazing’ experience, particularly praising the friendly and fast service that is attentive to customer needs, including specific allergy concerns.

The diverse menu is another reason to choose YAKAR. While the Platinum and Cowboy steaks are the stars, the inventive appetizers, such as the Crispy Beef and the YAKAR Specialty Pizza, and the 'Great dessert' options like the Warm Chocolate Delight, ensure that every course is an exciting, flavor-filled event. For local New Yorkers seeking uncompromising quality, authenticity (Kosher certification), and a memorable, comfortable dining experience that respects technique and tradition, YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse offers an unbeatable standard.

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Food & drink

  • STARTERS - FRESH

  • CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD

    Romaine hearts, homemade croutons, cashew bits, topped with Caesar dressing. Add Chicken or Beef

  • SIGNATURE BEET SALAD

    Arugula, assorted beets, shallots, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, Jerusalem grape vinaigrette with herb avocado mousse.

  • GREEN SUPREME SALAD

    Arugula, butternut squash, walnuts, oranges pomegranates, red onions, red wine dijon vinaigrette, topped with sweet potato chips.

  • MUSHROOM SALAD

    Baby spinach, assorted mushrooms, red onions, hearts of palm, cherry tomatoes, sliced almonds, dijon balsamic vinaigrette.

  • BEEF CARPACCIO $32.00

    Filet mignon, capers, pickled onions, saffron mayo, truffle oil, balsamic reduction.

  • STEAK TARTARE

    Lean fresh beef, capers, shallots, mustard, topped with avocado and egg yolk.

  • SOUPS

  • YAKAR CHICKEN SOUP

    Pulled chicken, diced vegetables in a rich chicken broth.

  • SOUP DU JOUR

    Chef's daily selection of soup. Inquire with your server.

  • HOT APPETIZERS

  • CRISPY BEEF

    Marinated filet mignon, garlic aioli, zesty chili sauce.

  • CHEF'S CIGAR ROLLS

    Crunchy rolls filled with ground prime rib, with sweet chili and pesto aioli.

  • BBQ BEEF TACOS

    Crispy tacos filled with slow-cooked pulled beef, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

  • BRISKET RISOTTO

    Braised brisket, creamy portobello risotto, crispy onions, rich demi-glaze.

  • PESTO GNOCCHI

    Marinated hanger steak, housemade potato gnocchi, pesto bechamel sauce.

  • BABY LAMB RIBLETS

    Grilled baby lamb, garlic honey glaze, caramelized crunch.

  • STEAK CHUMMUS

    Seared steak strips served atop creamy hummus, finished with olive oil and fresh herbs.

  • CAULIFLOWER FLORETS

    Flash-roasted in a light batter, lemon tahini sauce.

  • SWEETBREADS

    Pan-seared sweetbreads, assorted mushrooms with truffle glaze.

  • CHICKEN LOLLIPOPS

    Served with sweet chili sauce.

  • TONGUE

    Seared beef tongue, grilled apples, red wine reduction.

  • BBQ BABY BACK RIBS

    Tender, slow-smoked ribs glazed with our signature BBQ sauce.

  • YAKAR SPECIALTY PIZZA

    Smoked beef bits, cherry tomatoes, caramelized onions, peppery arugula, balsamic drizzle.

  • SIGNATURE MIAMI RIBS

    Grilled short ribs with balsamic glaze.

  • PASTRAMI CROQUETTES

    Pastrami-mashed potato croquettes, with saffron mayo.

  • TROPICAL CHICKEN POPPERS

    Breaded chicken breast, mango salsa, sweet chili sauce.

  • CLASSIC BOURBON SLIDERS

    Pretzel buns, beef sliders, caramelized onions, bourbon glaze, and chipotle aioli.

  • MAINS - ENTRÉES

  • PAN SEARED HALF CHICKEN

    Juicy chicken with roasted garlic potatoes, chimichurri sauce.

  • YAKAR PRIME BURGER

    Prime beef burger, sunny-side egg, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, and spicy mayo, served with Yakar fries.

  • BABY LAMB CHOPS

    Grilled baby lamb chops, roasted garlic potatoes, sautéed vegetables, chimichurri sauce.

  • CHICKEN MARSALA

    Pan-seared chicken in a creamy marsala mushroom sauce with mashed potatoes and sautéed beans.

  • SCOTTISH SALMON

    Pan-seared Scottish salmon, spiralized vegetables, avocado basil mousse, garlic lemon sauce.

  • PLATINUM STEAK

    11 oz platinum steak served with a side dish of your choice.

  • MAINS - STEAKS

  • PREMIER FILET MIGNON

    11 oz PRIME filet mignon.

  • CENTER CUT RIBEYE

    16 oz PRIME center cut rib-eye steak.

  • SURPRISE STEAK

    11 oz PRIME surprise steak.

  • PRIME COWBOY STEAK

    25 oz PRIME cowboy steak.

  • SKIRT STEAK

    11 oz skirt steak, served with chimichuri sauce.

  • STEAKHOUSE TRIO

    Ribeye served with fries and house salad.

  • SIDE DISHES

  • FRIES
  • TRUFFLE FRIES
  • HOUSE SALAD
  • MASHED POTATOES
  • GRILLED ASPARAGUS
  • PORTOBELLO RISOTTO
  • ROASTED POTATOES
  • MUSHROOM MEDLEY
  • SAUTÉED GREEN BEANS
  • SAUTÉED VEGETABLES
  • DESSERTS

  • CHURROS
  • CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE
  • APPLE CRUMBLE
  • NAPOLEAN
  • WARM CHOCOLATE DELIGHT
  • CINNAMON DELIGHT
  • CRÈME BRULEE
  • FRIED OREOS
  • SORBETTO

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Details

  • Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Checks
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Free street parking

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Photos

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YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Location

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse

1385 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230, USA

YAKAR Kosher Steakhouse Reviews

An average rating of ★4.7 from 444 user reviews.

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