Hoek – Italian
Bathed in a warm, golden glow, Hoek serves as a rustic neighborhood sanctuary where the intoxicating aroma of wood-fired crusts and simmering pomodoro draws guests into its lively embrace. The kitchen hums with the artistry of hand-stretched dough and slow-cooked ragus, delivering plates that balance bold, sun-drenched flavors with the comforting simplicity of traditional Italian soul.
117 Ferris Street, NY 11231 +1-718-855-8111 https://www.hoekbrooklyn.comRating: 4.6/5 (348 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, kosher, halal, gluten-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, clean-eating, high-fiber, gerd, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, renal, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its stunning Red Hook location, diners flock here to catch gorgeous sunsets and skyline views from the peaceful outdoor seating. Guests rave about the generous, shareable plates, highlighting the stracciatella with puffy bread, meatball bruschetta, and fresh ricotta beet salad as standout starters. While pizza opinions vary slightly on texture, reviewers consistently praise the flavorful toppings like Gorgonzola with potatoes or anchovies, and many note the venue is perfect for everything from casual dinners to full-scale weddings thanks to the accommodating staff.
Menu
- Jersey Tomato - $16: Melted garlic (seasonal) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Sicilian Tuna - $19: Red onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Meatball - $16 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Truffle Honey Ricotta - $17: Microgreens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Charred Beets - $19: Sheep’s milk ricotta, arugula Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Radicchio - $18: Endive, citrus, avocado, pistachio Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Little Gem - $17: Sunflower sprouts, squash, walnut Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Porchetta - $28: Provolone, spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Meatball Hoagie - $27 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Prosciutto Cotto - $28: Buffala, arugula, roasted peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fior di Latte - $19: Tomato, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Parma Cotto - $27: Cremini mushrooms, fior di latte, truffle Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Arugula & Prosciutto - $27: Buffala, parmigiano, pomodorini Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Soppressata - $24: Fior di latte, tomato Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Zucchini - $24: Fior di latte, red onion, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Acciughe - $26: Capers, cured black olives, garlic, tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Calabrese Sausage - $25: Fior di latte, tomato Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Gorgonzola Dolce - $26: Potato, pancetta Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Low-Fodmap
- Soppressata - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Sausage - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Prosciutto - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pancetta - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Anchovy - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mushroom - $4.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Buffala Mozzarella - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Lectin-Free
- Fior di Latte - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Lectin-Free
- Vegan Mozzarella - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Gluten Free - $4.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free
- Alt. End - $16: Vodka, prosecco, meyer lemon, lavender
- Bobby Santana - $16: Tequila blanco, lime, agave, cayenne
- Sweetest Condition - $16: Rye, amarena cherries, lemon, honey
- Tommy’s Grace - $16: Gin, acqua frizzante, rosemary simple syrup
Frequently Asked Questions about Hoek
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Mushroom; keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options include Soppressata, Charred Beets, Mushroom, and Pancetta.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers love the stunning Red Hook location for sunsets and skyline views, plus generous plates like stracciatella and meatball bruschetta.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Hoek is a lively, rustic restaurant in Red Hook featuring peaceful outdoor seating with sunset and skyline views.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include stracciatella with puffy bread, meatball bruschetta, ricotta beet salad, and pizzas topped with Gorgonzola, potatoes, or anchovies.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Rated 4.6/5, customers praise the stunning views, outdoor seating, and shareable plates like stracciatella, despite varying opinions on pizza texture.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Hoek is an Italian restaurant that currently maintains an overall rating of 4.6/5 based on its customer feedback.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Keto, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options include Mushroom, Charred Beets, Soppressata, Sicilian Tuna, Pancetta, and Truffle Honey Ricotta.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking scenic sunset views, shareable Italian plates, and extensive dietary options like vegan, keto, and gluten-free would most enjoy Hoek.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Hoek features a moderate ($$) price range for its menu of wood-fired pizzas, shareable starters, and traditional Italian dishes.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners celebrate the stunning Red Hook location for its peaceful outdoor seating, gorgeous sunsets, and skyline views, rating it 4.6/5.