Wild Park Slope — Restaurant in New York

2 1/2 stars

There's always some risk involved when you do absolutely no research beforehand and just pick a place instinctively based on vibes. The vibes WERE good, but...not much else was, unfortunately. I came here last night with my top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality to grab some drinks and bites before the Nets game (which was a special level of atrocious though it did coincidentally feature the NBA debut of Gonzaga's own Drew Timme - congrats!). I always forget how many bar/restaurants are in Park Slope so it took us about 15 minutes to stumble across this one. I liked that it seemed quieter and the lighter colors inside were instinctively appealing. All of that WAS good, for the record.

Our primary purpose was to get drinks, and they were very hit or miss. My first drink was the Trusty Sidekick, featuring bourbon, elderflower liquor and prosecco. Not good. It wasn't mixed at all (we speculated that that might actually have been intentional for optics purposes, but that's ridiculous - no drink should have to be stirred together by the drinker) and I don't think there was any bourbon in it. We side-eyed each other the minute we saw how clear the beverage is, which bourbon certainly isn't. It also had way too much simple syrup and I'm not a 21-year-old sorority initiate. So I'm not sure if this drink just flat out wasn't made properly or if it's badly designed but either way I'd steer clear.

My second drink was way better - it was a Spicy Old Fashioned, which tasted like it might have had a bit of Fireball in it or something to that effect. That could have gone sideways easily but thankfully the bartender was pretty judicious with the pour in that regard at least. Good presentation as well. My chum wasn't crazy about her jalapeno margarita, and it's wild to me how often bars make this mistake of doubling down on the jalapeno - if you are already using jalapeno-infused tequila, there's no need to then also mull actual jalapenos in it. She's usually pretty good with her spice, but even this was over the line and she switched drinks. When both people have to pivot to something else? Not a great sign.

The food was pretty rough as well. It's interesting to me now with the benefit of hindsight to see that this place is much more about the gluten-free cuisine than anything else. I don't know if that specifically ended up being an issue here or not, but what I did have just wasn't good. We ordered a margarita pie, which you can see from the attached looks (and tastes) a lot like an overly cheesed-up Celeste freezer pizza. I had one slice just to get some necessary carbs in but I would never get it again.

Aside from the lackluster items provided, the service was decent. The bartender was attentive and available throughout our experience, and when my chum ordered some drinks off menu, he readily obliged. Very pleasant little bar area there, and comfortable.

This area is positively teeming with high quality shizzle. It's unlikely we're making a...

This place was fantastic! I ordered the food to go but did pick up so answered the questions I could about dining in. That being said omg this place is a blessing for people like me w celiac disease we really do not have that many safe options when its comes to eating out and living in NYC w so many restaurants its frustrating to say the least and I've basically succumbed to the fate of having a reaction due to cross contamination no matter w (St Augustine FL has more safe GF options than we do no exaggeration) so this restaurant is like an oasis in the desert, but if a miracle happened and I woke up without celiac I would absolutely still eat here - coming back very soon for brunch - carbonara was amazing, 1st time having fried calamari and anything remotely close to Italian bread like this in years (diagnosed in my late 20s) it was so good and the pizza is fantastic, that sauce has to be a secret family recipe its too good, I'm so so happy I found this place and will be back very soon. Considering its allergy friendly, gluten free dedicated and then the quantity and quality of the food, you get your money's worth & then some - for example 3× the usual serving size of grilled chicken & pizza toppings. The cheese is addictive lol. Wish I took pics, we ate too fast , will add next weekend when we order brunch :)

The Maine Mussels, SO GOOD!!! 1000% recommend to...

Have you ever been to a place where you feel like you’re exactly where you need to be and your soul feels at home there? Well this spot was it for my brother and I. I’m visiting my brother from Australia and he lived in park slope for 15 years and never discovered it until I came.

First of all, the highlights: they offer a 5 hour happy hour from 2-7pm EVERY DAY!! Yes you read right- 7 days a week! Catch is it’s only at the bar but that’s where all the best moments happen. But where else in New York can you find a happy hour for 5 hours 7 days a week?! I dare you to!!!

My brother and I have been here 3 times now in a span of a week so that’s an indication that we love love this place. Ambiance is great, we have sat at the bar with Al making our drinks twice now and he always makes us feel at home. The conversation is always interesting and he’s also recommended some other spots for us at other locations. Our other server is Monica, she’s also great too. Drinks: we have fallen in love with the cilantro martini. It is downright spectacular. We are now addicted thanks Wild 😆 Food: THE BEST OYSTERS I HAVE EVER HAD and that says a lot because I eat a lot of oysters at a lot of places. I am Polynesian, I’m a seafoodie haha just made that up! But I promise you’ll not be disappointed by trying this place out, you’ll become a regular just...