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Traif is a rare treat that reminds you how mundane most other restaurants are. I went there with a friend and we tried a number of small dishes. Each had unbelievable flavor with unexpected combinations. The strawberry cinnamon glazed ribs are unbelievable. As are the thai calamari and duck confit lettuce wraps. Our server recommended a white wine we had never heard of and it was delicious (and not very expensive). I don't often write reviews here, but felt this place warranted a writeup. Seriously, it's one of the most refreshing dining experiences I've had in Williamsburg or Manhattan for that matter.

Got there around 845 on a Friday. It was an hour wait for two so we ate at the bar. Because of the great reviews, I was expecting a lot and it was really good. Everything we had was spectacular. 7.5 and up. I recommend the scallops and bbq rib sliders and for dessert the bacon doughnuts were amazing. Small portions but that's good since you get to try a little bit of everything and don't leave overly full. Strong drinks too. Definitely check this place out. I am going back for sure.

We got a recommendation from a local to try this place and are we glad we did! We went about 8:00 on a Saturday night. There was a wait for a table, so we sat at the bar, which had a lot of available seats. It was Mischief Night, so they had a Fall/Halloween drink menu. I had this crazy thing called Autumn Cabin which had Canton Ginger Liqueur and something chocolatey. The overall effect was delicious. There were 4 of us, so we tried a bunch of things: five-spice chicken wings, strawberry-cinnamon baby back ribs, duck confit lettuce wraps, all delicious! For desserts, we shared the key-lime pie- really good and the bacon doughnuts with dulce de leche and coffee ice cream--I could've had about 50 of those! They also change their menu based on what's in season, so we look forward to going back again.

I am addicted. The food is so amazing, I was dreaming about it for nights after the first time I came here. I would come back for the food alone, even if the decor and service was terrible - but it was not! The hostess was nice and prompt, and we are always greeted right away. The waiter was friendly and helpful (and remembered us after just the second time we came in). We always had water, always were asked if we needed another drink before we were finished with our current one. The setting is intimate, but not overly crowded and the garden is beautiful. But the FOOD is to die for. They change their menu with what is in season, but they do keep some staples. It's served in small plates, so you can share with your company. Every dish I've had here is so mouth watering. Some of my favorites... Short Rib Sliders (the sauce is smokey and amazing) served with sweet potato fries with the best dipping sauce I've ever had. Tuna Tartare - I can't put into words how good these are Lamb and Chorizo meat balls with Asiago Cheese - I'm not even a huge meatball fan and these were sooo good! Duck Confit lettuce wraps - its served with a cucumber salad and a banana sauce which balance out the rich duck soo well. The wine list is great! They offer a lot of options for glass only wine which is a pet peeve of mine. They have Stiegl Lager my boyfriend tried for the first time at Traif and is now obsessed with. The Iced Tea is awesome and tastes like it is made with sage - great non-alcoholic choice! While I've only ever tried their Moito - which was great! light and refreshing- they have a pretty good selection of cocktails. For dessert you HAVE to try the Key Lime Pie. My boyfriends step mother came in here and is very particular about her key lime pie and said it was the best she has ever had. It's served with blueberries and a light homemade whip cream and the crust that is perfect. Our waiter told us that the chef's mother actually makes it herself. All in all - this place deserves all of the amazing reviews. I don't want to eat out anywhere else! I'm looking forward to coming back and trying their brunch.

A friend and I explored Traif last night and had an incredible dining experience. We had a wonderful meal: the cheese plate with meyer lemon marmalade, broccoli rabe with portabello and truffle topped with fried egg, rock shrimp on corn cakes.. and then my personal favorite the ribs. Every dish was thoughtful and impeccably executed. The value is great and the service was friendly, helpful and attentive. The menu changes daily so I look forward to trying new dishes next time. This place is a great addition to Williamsburg's south side.

We sampled and shared a bunch of the smaller plates and one was better than the next. Ironically, my favorite may have been the only non "traif" item, which was the tuna tartare. Everything was delicious though, including the cocktails and the small outside area is landscaped really nicely and feels like a little oasis. Two thumbs up.

I had heard a lot of great things about traif, so i was expecting a good meal in a cute restaurant. Needless to say, I was extremely impressed. The food steals the show. it is truly gourmet and made with extreme care in a honey casual feeling restaurant. It's upscale, but the prices don't reflect this. The strawberry and cinnamon encrusted baby back ribs were amazing, as was the tempura eggplant with tuna tartare, and of course, leave room for the freakin bacon doughnuts. I need to go back, sit in the adorable garden and try the rest of the menu. Traif is a neighborhood place that can compete in the gourmet culinary NYC scene. its a rarity, and a gem i'm happy to have found. Go if you're smart!