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Kimoto Rooftop Restaurant & Garden Lounge
Master Critic Review
Kimoto Rooftop Restaurant & Garden Lounge
7.6
Above Downtown Brooklyn’s Sheraton, Kimoto is billed as New York City’s first Asian rooftop beer garden, with Japanese-leaning bar food and cocktails overlooking the borough’s towers. The menu mixes items like kobe-style burgers, spicy fries, and sweets such as egg waffles with a loungey, late-night crowd. It’s more about casual drinks and snacks in the open air than a tightly run restaurant experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kobe Beef & Egg Burger, Spicy French Fries, Egg Waffles
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 6.5
Consistency: 7.2
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Asian-influenced rooftop beer garden with Downtown Brooklyn skyline views.
Who should go: Friends prioritizing cocktails, bar bites, and a rooftop vibe.
When to visit: Warm evenings for outdoor seating and late-night energy.
What to order: Kobe Beef & Egg Burger, spicy fries, and egg waffles for dessert.
Insider tip: Arrive early on weekends to avoid elevator lines and claim one of the perimeter tables.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited in Downtown Brooklyn; aim for nearby garages like the Sheraton’s attached lot or the Livingston/Bridge Street garages.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual; most guests lean nightlife-ready on weekends, but jeans and sneakers are common.
Noise level: Moderate to loud, especially during late-night hours and happy hour; conversations are doable early evening but tougher as the night builds.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes for walk-ins, especially after 8pm when the rooftop fills with drink-led crowds.
Weekday lunch: Generally no wait; the space is far quieter before late afternoon.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Several options like veggie dumplings, fries, and salads, though the menu leans bar-bite heavy.
Vegan options: Limited; expect 1–2 adaptable items, mainly sides or modified salads.
Gluten-free options: A few naturally gluten-free items exist, but cross-contact is likely; check with staff before ordering.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want a casual, open-air hang with drinks and skyline views; less ideal for a quiet, intimate conversation because of nighttime noise levels.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes, as it functions more like a lounge than a formal restaurant, but arrive early on weekends to secure perimeter seating with views.
Is it kid-friendly? Not particularly; the crowd skews adult, especially at night. Daytime or early evening is the only reasonable window for families.
Best For
Better for: Casual rooftop drinks, fun bar bites, and approachable pricing compared to more polished DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights rooftops.
Skip if: You want refined service, quiet dining, or a full dinner-focused experience—choose more structured rooftop restaurants instead.