Mango Bay — Restaurant in New York

A Flavor Revolution in Fort Greene and Culinary Brilliance

Brooklyn, say hello to the new champion of flavor town—Mango Bay in Fort Greene is a game changer, finally bringing the bold, vibrant flavors of Modern Afro-Caribbean cuisine to the neighborhood. My wife surprised me with a birthday dinner for my 55th, and from the moment we stepped inside, it was clear we were in for something extraordinary.

The moment you walk in, you’re wrapped in an atmosphere that is both warm and elegantly welcoming. The earthy greens, rattan textures, and golden accents create an inviting space that feels both upscale and deeply connected to Caribbean heritage.

From the first bite, it was evident—Chef London Chase is elevating Caribbean cuisine to a whole new level. His playful approach to flavors and textures made for a palate-exploding experience. • The appetizers set the tone—each bite packed with layered, complex, and perfectly balanced flavors. • The main dishes? Mouthwatering, soul-warming, and deeply satisfying. Every plate showcased the rich traditions of the Caribbean while pushing boundaries with modern twists. • And the drinks—both original and classic, each cocktail was crafted to perfection, whispering a subtle yet persistent “please order another one” with every sip.

After the first bite, my wife and I had already started planning our next reservation. Mango Bay isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an experience, a movement, and a much-needed addition to Brooklyn’s culinary scene.

And of course, the hospitality didn’t stop there. Executive Chef London Chase took the time for a photo op, and when he found out I was celebrating my birthday, he surprised me with an incredible dessert—a true gesture of love and community.

But what truly made the night unforgettable was the exceptional service. A special shoutout to our incredible waiter, Delani, who was welcoming, knowledgeable, patient, and attentive—he truly made my birthday experience a joy! Delani, you’re a star!

If you’re looking for bold flavors, elevated Caribbean cuisine, and an atmosphere that feels like home, Mango Bay is it. Chef London Chase, Delani, and the entire Mango Bay team—we salute you! Brooklyn has been waiting for a...

I was at this restaurant a couple of weeks ago for the first and LAST time. I really did not want to write this review but I’m still fuming about my experience. I’ll start by saying the food is pretty good however it’s not traditional Carribean food. They put caviar and a dollop of some type of soft cheese in the Rasta pasta. That’s not Rasta Pasta. My friends and I tried this place a couple of weeks ago. My friends tried to order the oxtail which they were out of, no problem we ordered other items on the menu. The waiter asked if we had any food allergies or anything that we could not eat and I mentioned avocado. I ordered the snapper which came with some type of salad on top of it. About 3 bites into the salad I realized avocado was mixed into it. I didn’t see any mention of avocado being including in this dish. I pushed the salad aside and ate the fish. When our waiter came to ask about the food I told him there was avocado in the salad and he said “they usually don’t put avocado in the salad”. I didn’t make a big deal of it at the time because I felt fine and I’m not exactly sure if I have an allergy to avocado more than it is a sensitivity where I usually just get an upset stomach after eating avocado. And again it wasn’t a huge amount of avocado that I ingested however it’s the point! The waiter then made a joke stating “well atleast this would be a good last meal” basically joking that if I did die from an allergic reaction to the avocado atleast I had a tasty meal. I was so shocked in that moment that I was speechless. It’s just dawning on me now how insensitive and disgusting that joke was to say to someone. As a restaurant, for one you need to be consistent with ingredients don’t add avocado to a dish one day and then not include it the other. Also the waiter should have informed the chef to not use any avocado in anything if they are prone to adding / excluding ingredients to dishes anytime they see fit. That’s an accident waiting to happen. God forbid someone does have a serious allergy and eats at this restaurant. Very disappointing to have experienced my first time at this restaurant. Hopefully they will do better but I definitely won’t be returning...

We had an incredible experience here at Mango Bay but with some strange inconsistencies that almost made me make this a 4-star review. Starting with the cocktails, Mango Bae and Lychee Mojito were both great, with notes of spices and vanilla and tasty rum, I cannot imagine a better cocktail even though I am not a big cocktail person. For starters we had the goat puff pastry and it is a full 5-star dish, very savory goat meat and amazing airy puff pastry. For the main dishes we had the braised oxtail which for me was the star of the night. I would recommend it to anyone as it is so flavorful and tasty! The gravy pairs exceptionally with the rice coming with the dish and it is a completely perfect dish. We also had the seafood pasta with mussels and clams which was creamy and the shrimps in the pasta were the best I ever had. My only complaint about this dish was nowhere in the menu it was said to be spicy. I have a very low spice tolerance but we ate all of it while burning anyways. For desert we got the citrusy rum cake which was good especially the ice cream scoop and the caramel sauce. It had a good citrusy flavor and chewy texture. I also enjoyed the atmosphere and the beautiful wallpapers and design along with the amazing choice of the utensils. Hats off!

Now here comes the main complaint of the night for me: I am very much against the concept of “included gratuity” for parties of under 4-5. Wether it is a great restaurant like here or a bad one, I would gladly tip the 20% or more myself if I enjoy a dining such as this one, but when it becomes included, while we were a party of 2, it becomes kind of annoying and feels like a ripoff to me. The bartender even gave us a complimentary cocktail (probably because I was gnawing on the oxtail bones so enthusiastically) and it felt so special but this included gratuity was such a big turn-off for me. I tried not to let it ruin the experience for me as this was one of the most satisfying and enjoyable dining experiences I ever had in Brooklyn and in Caribbean cuisine. I hope this gets fixed and I will definitely go back for another...