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Pitangabk

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Trendy operation featuring vegetarian/vegan acai bowls, wraps, Brazilian breakfasts & coffee. People often mention bowl, Pitanga, dinner, delicious, breakfast, perfect, bowls, good, service, Brazilian,


Address

207 Starr St, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Website

www.pitangabk.com

Contact

(718) 456-1048

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (383 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: bowl (14) Pitanga (13) dinner (12) delicious (11) breakfast (11) perfect (9) bowls (9) good (8) service (8) Brazilian (8)
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  • 5/5 Naya L. 11 months ago on Google • 287 reviews
    The sandwiches are delicious and very well-seasoned! I had a turmeric shot and a Macha latte, which was also good. If you never had Pão de queijo before, please try it! I want to try the acai bowl next time.

  • 5/5 Elad M. 7 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    I had a fantastic experience at Pitanga! Their vegan Caesar salad and açaí bowl were both delicious and made with fresh ingredients. The atmosphere was cozy, and the staff was friendly and attentive. I appreciate their commitment to offering vegan options. I'll definitely be back for more tasty treats!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Edward T. 5 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    Pitanga recently launched a dinner service, and I stopped in for lunch today to check out their food menu. The space is pleasant enough, and the service, although understaffed, was amicable. I found the food to be underwhelming: $16 for an egg sandwich with no real steps taken to make it special or worth the price. I appreciated that all the ingredients seemed to be very fresh. That said, I could make the same simple sandwich with no seasoning to speak of, just a couple fried eggs, avocado spread, cheese and a slice of tomato, for much, much less than $16 at home and in less than ten minutes. I eat out because I want to experience creativity and passion in food. I can get a boring egg sandwich at the deli for $6. The juice is tasty but again, seems overpriced. The overhead in this location is doubtlessly very expensive, but they need to step up the creativity in order to justify prices that will cover their costs. As it stands now it’s a glorified cafe, and a nice one at that. I don’t feel inspired to come back and have dinner here, hopefully they’re pushing their dinner menu further.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jeanette F. 2 months ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    I love this place. Had no idea about dinner so I’ll have to come check that out. I’m only taking off two stars because of their prices. I know we live in a hard world but the portions and prices don’t match. I used to order only them specifically for breakfast. Their burrito is one of my favorite things ever but I stopped ordered… I hope they lower their prices back down a bit. Every time I go in there and it’s full inside… so don’t really understand everything being over priced now. Anyways, amazing staff, amazing food but I won’t be coming back as much 💔💔💔
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R.U M. 4 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I am the No.1 Fan of brunch pitanga, the best place, but today I went to dinner since they now have dinner hours, I must say that the dinner is as good as the brunch, wow with the food!!.. it is INCREDIBLE . The place is perfect for a date, it is romantic and perfect. The staff is super friendly, the Bartender Frida is super friendly and the owners are very kind to all their customers. I will definitely return as many times as possible. I recommend “The Warning Olives” and Coxinha for starters, and for the main course “Local Chicken” is highly recommended, it is super delicious.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel B. 1 year ago on Google
    New favorite Bushwick breakfast spot. The Brazilian cheese buns are a MUST try. The atmosphere is so nice, but the food is even better. We got the avocado toast, an açaí bowl, and a protein smoothie. Everything seriously exceeded our expectations.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 H C. 5 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    I’m a big fan of their lunches so when I heard they were doing dinner my partner and I went to check it out. We got a tasty cocktail, the chicken plate, the fish special and the cheese bread. Everything was delicious. The ambiance is romantic / classy - a good place to take your parents. The value vs price is skewed a bit to smaller portions than expected, but the service was attentive, friendly and sweet. Can’t wait to go back to try the other items on the menu!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juliette N. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I was happily surprised to learn Pitanga now serves dinner. Since I was a fan of there breakfast, I tried it out. Pitanga's dinner is a great mix of Brazilian favorites and American fare. There are both vegan and meat options to choose from. Each item I tried was super flavourful. I also loved their drinks &dessert.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bella C. 2 years ago on Google
    Sooooo good. So happy to find a spot with pao de queijo. Pitanga bowl, orange juice, and some coffee made the perfect breakfast.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan G. 1 year ago on Google
    In Brooklyn for the weekend with a friend who lived in the neighborhood a couple years ago. This place feels like home. This spot was so cute, food was incredible and the service was friendly and top notch. They had gluten free options like the Banana Bread which was also Vegan. This place is a dream. Hope to be back soon. ❤️✨
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Gustavo A. 5 months ago on Google
    There's an issue in attempting to make things seem like something they are not. Despite serving very good vegetarian/vegan dishes, Pitanga merely aspires to be a Brazilian restaurant. The reality is that it falls far short of that mark. It doesn't capture the sweet and sensual tropical essence that the restaurant's name suggests. For instance, the so-called 'Brazilian breakfast' is a joke. No Brazilian would eat beans, avocado, and pão de queijo on the same plate, and definitely not for breakfast. Speaking of pão de queijo, the most famous Brazilian pastry has been transformed here into a bland, heavy cupcake, lacking personality and technique. There’s a reason pão de queijo should be shaped in smaller bites, but the restaurant seems to ignore that. A better name for what they serve would be ‘cupqueijo’ — It would sound more international without being disrespectful. But sometimes in the food world, 'international' can also mean 'losing your identity,' and that's exactly what's happening here. It's pretty obvious why you won't find Brazilians eating there, even though Bushwick is full of young Brazilian immigrants. Maybe the place is just for 'gringos' who want to pretend they know about different cuisines but are too scared to try the real deal. In that case, Instead of ‘Pitanga’, the anodyne ‘Brazilian Cherry' might be a more fitting name for the restaurant. The orange picante juice and the ambient music, featuring Marisa Monte and Caetano Veloso, are the only reasons for me to come back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Viktorija G. 7 months ago on Google • 36 reviews
    Pitanga NEVER misses. They are easily one of Brooklyn’s top healthy cafes. I’ve dined in and also ordered delivery. Both were flawlessly executed with delicious food. The açaí bowl is the perfect size, perfect temperature and perfect ingredients and toppings. The flavor is exactly what you would want in an açaí bowl. Sweet enough but not overpowering. Their cafe drinks are also delicious and perfectly made. The staff does a great time getting the drinks out quick and efficiently. The smoothie (the berries one) is so delicious and fresh. I feel healthier as I’m drinking it! This spot is 10/10 in every area. I’m excited to be a frequent customer of Pitanga! Ps. Look at hot perfect the delivery is… have you ever received drinks that haven’t leaked at all??? Amazing!!

  • 5/5 Joe P. 4 years ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Already long-established as a standby for hearty and wholesome breakfast and lunch fare, now Pitanga brings the same philosophy into the dinner space. Their comforting classics, updated traditional dishes (the moqueca will not soon leave my mind), and vegan friendliness will leave you feeling both treated and nourished!

  • 5/5 Dana F. 1 month ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Delicious, joyful food and premium coffee! I love every meal I have here.

  • 5/5 Coco F. 7 months ago on Google
    My partner and I live around the corner from Pitanga and we absolutely love it. The food is all very good, but it is really the people who work here and the vibe that make it somewhere I love to go. Really grateful to have this place as a neighborhood spot. Also their pão de queijo is addictive :)

  • 5/5 Alessandra D. 5 months ago on Google
    So happy this place expanded! Came in for brunch with my friend and her daughter. We got lots of things to try. An açaí bowl, a smoothie, green juice, the kale Cesar salad which was bomb with the cashew dressing and the tofu scramble - my only feedback is that the tofu scramble was sweet and it was overwhelming. I’m unsure why someone would put agave in a tofu scramble. Can’t wait to come back here for dinner, the staff all were amazing as well!

  • 5/5 V A. 1 year ago on Google
    Chia porridge a must!! Love the avocado toast and eggs!! Great sandwich and wrap selections as well as bowls. The Pitanga Acai bowl is my favorite and they have loads of smoothies and juices to choose from so something for everyone.

  • 5/5 Jose A. 7 months ago on Google
    Been coming to Pitanga since the near beginning. It’s one of my favorite spots in the world, let alone Brooklyn. I can pick anything from the menu and know with confidence that the quality and care standards are as consistent as they were when they first opened. The service is great. Order at the register and your food is brought to your table. The ambiance is relaxed and casual. You can also bring your laptop to work at select tables. Now, the food: Wow! Simply my favorite pão de queijo ever! Grab the Brazilian breakfast. The açaí bowls are fantastic – the Peruvian is my go-to. Smoothies, too. And the sandwiches and salads… vegan and gluten-free options all around the menu. But try the vegan AND gluten-free banana nut bread: they tend to sell out, and rightfully so. A must-try if you’re in the neighborhood, imo. Consider this an exercise in self-care. Your taste buds and body will thank you afterward.

  • 5/5 Burtland 7 months ago on Google
    From the employees to the actual taste of the menu items, this place is an immaculate gem. I will come here as much as I can. Very authentic Acai as well 🔥🔥🔥❤️‍🔥

  • 5/5 Jordan P. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place sm!!! Best acai bowls, pastries, smoothies, coffee, and they put extra healthy stuff in your bowls that a lot of other places leave out. Super on point with pickup and delivery too. Love pitanga 🫶🫶🫶

  • 5/5 Sofija A. 11 months ago on Google
    Great place to have a healthy breakfast. A little pricey for the portion size.

  • 3/5 Flavia S. 1 year ago on Google
    I had the Classico Açaí bowl and the açaí was really icy and flavorless. I’m from Brazil so I expected a bit more creaminess and flavor to it. Toppings were fresh.

  • 5/5 Vincent 11 months ago on Google
    We spent a week in Brooklyn for our trip to America and went to this place several times for breakfast and some coffee. By far the best healthy breakfast place you can find in the neighbourhood. Very friendly, priced correctly, clean, thought out dishes and bowls, good coffee. Look no further!

  • 5/5 Sarah 1 year ago on Google
    Best açaí bowl I’ve had across the country! They provide tons of toppings while keeping the price reasonable. The base was tasty, and sitting outside the restaurant on a warm fall morning was the perfect way to enjoy.

  • 3/5 Jemila S. 1 year ago on Google
    Maybe it’s because I didn’t get the acai bowl but I feel like this place is overrated. The food was okay but definitely overpriced for the portions. They rushed my drink and I was sucking straight matcha powder through the straw with no sugar (which I asked if there would be sugar and they said yes). Most likely won’t be going back but they were kind enough when I did go.

  • 5/5 Maddy L. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious! Their matcha latte was so tasty and the bowls are super fresh and delicious! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Dalaranche 2 years ago on Google
    This place is amazing! Came in for the first time and had the Avocado Grain-free Breakfast. The plate presentation was immaculate and the food was satisfying and delicious. I also had the GF banana-nut bread which was very tasty as well. I look forward to coming back and trying something new.

  • 3/5 Grace L. 1 year ago on Google
    I really love Pitanga. But this morning I got an açai bowel and it had straight up ice chunks in it. See pic. One of those unfortunate ~ depends on who is working that day ~ sort of inconsistencies. For how much I paid for the bowel this was super disappointing! It was a treat for me that really fell short or what I’d had there before.

  • 5/5 Mikaila L. 2 years ago on Google
    I just recently moved here from Maui, Hawaii and we have our share of açaí bowls. You can find them literally everywhere. I had thought those were the best açaí bowl but I was wrong!!! I had the Peruvian açaí bowl here and was blown away, it’s hands down my favorite açaí bowl to date! The flavor was great, the base was the perfect texture & temperature! I loved everything about it. I’ll definitely be coming back!

  • 5/5 julia d. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing amazing bistro, café. People are just extremely nice. I finally met the owner (: who took care of us. Just good vibes, ahhhmazing acai bowls, quinoa bowls, breakfast hot sandwiches, delicious cheese muffins & more. Thank you 🍃 🍃 🍃

  • 1/5 Laura S. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Food is amazing! We are regulars there. We always come here with our dog (service dog). But today we got kicked out by a manager because of bringing a service animal! She told us that the restaurant might get a fine. I work in hospitality industry myself and I know that a service animal is allowed to accommodate a person who own its. Maybe you should inform yourself better before turning your customers down? It’s 2024. It’s time to make your restaurant pet-friendly!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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