Mandy Oser and Amorette Casaus — the team behindArdesiain Hell’s Kitchen — have opened a restaurant in Brooklyn. It’s an ideal neighborhood spot: over 100 bottles of wine (a selection that favors domestic wines from up-and-coming regions of the U.S.), a sleek space, and simple, satisfying food.
No dish costs more than $18, and the menu’s packed withcomfort foodsthat are perfect for a snow day — braised short ribs with warm polenta, chorizo croquettes, and an ice-cream sandwich made withOddfellowsice cream. Plus: 15 different fancy cheeses, four varieties of oysters, and plenty of charcuterie. As for the lasagna, it’s comprised of house-made pasta and quail that’s pan-seared, deglazed with bourbon, and then braised until super tender. Here’s a look at the space and a few of the other dishes:
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The Camlin, 175 Kent Ave., 718-384-4100
